Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services Incorporated

“The organization is required by its by-laws to have board members who are appointed by local councils on aging. Two councils on aging appoint up to two board members. Both councils on aging are receiving grants and/or contracts for services from the organization.”

“Cfo and executive director perform an in-depth review of form 990 during the preparation process. The board of directors finance and audit committee reviews form 990 before filing. The entire board receives a copy and is given an overview presentation before the form is filed. The finance and audit committee and board reviewers are documented in the board meeting minutes.”

“On an annual basis, key staff and members of the board of directors review the conflict of interest policy and sign off to disclose any conflicts. Throughout the year, board members are required to disclose and abstain when voting on any item that might be impacted by other affiliations or conflicts.”

“Board of directors human resources committee reviews comparable salary data from other asaps and non-profits. The full board votes to approve the executive director's salary as part of the budget process and if/when the committee makes salary recommendations after their review.”

“Board human resources committee reviews comparable salary data from other asaps and non-profits, and the full board votes to approve any salary recommendations made by the committee after their review.”

“Available for public inspection via the public charities division of the massachusetts attorney general's website. Copies of these documents are also available upon request.”

“Somerville-cambridge elder services is a non-profit agency that provides information, services, and advocacy to help older adults live independently in the setting of their choice. Established in 1972 as part of a national movement toward providing community-based services and supports for older adults, our mission is focused on helping people age in place, regardless of income level. We help thousands of older adults, caregivers, and people with disabilities in our service communities, often working with them in their homes to assess needs and coordinate assistance.”

“Other services provided by the organization include case management, information referral, transportation, health screening, friendly visiting, nutrition, chore, protective and homemaker services.”

“Consultants 17,603 617 354 contract labor 31,245 0 0 payroll service charges 30,767 3,710 204 subcontractor services 21,174,474 0 0 total 21,254,089 4,327 558”