Center for Advocacy for the Rights and Interests of the Elderly (CARIE)

CARIE’s Mission, Vision, and Values

 Our Mission

To promote the well-being, rights, and autonomy of older adults through advocacy, education, and action.

Vision

As a leading advocate in aging, CARIE’s work advances the health, safety, and dignity of older adults from all socioeconomic, racial, and cultural backgrounds.

Values

CARIE’s Board and Staff are committed to upholding the following values:

• To act with INTEGRITY
• To advocate for the EMPOWERMENT of the individual
• To work for social JUSTICE
• To support SELF-DETERMINATION
• To treat all individuals with RESPECT, COMPASSION, AND DIGNITY