RAICES, the Spanish Speaking Elderly Council, is a social service agency based in New York City that has been providing culturally and linguistically competent services to the Latino, African-American, and low-income aging community since 1978. Their mission is to improve the quality of life for these communities through advocacy and the direct provision of targeted services, with a particular focus on the needs of older adults.
Led by Executive Director Lisette Sosa-Dickson, LCSW, RAICES is committed to applying innovative and evidence-based approaches to their services, ensuring that their participants receive the best possible care. With a strong emphasis on cultural and linguistic competence, RAICES continues to be a leading expert on the aging agenda, creating strategic transitions and partnerships to address the evolving needs of their community.
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