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Elderhouse Inc

EIN 06-0963343 · Norwalk, CT

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong93 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

ELDERHOUSE PROMOTES THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF AGING ADULTS THROUGH A HOLISTIC MEDICAL MODEL ADULT DAY PROGRAM LED BY A PASSIONATE TEAM OF THERAPEUTIC RECREATION PROFESSIONALS, HEALTH AIDES, AND NURSES SPECIALLY TRAINED TO SUPPORT THE UNIQUE NEEDS OF EACH INDIVIDUAL. AT THE CENTER, WE FOSTER AN ENVIRONMENT OF INCLUSIVITY AND ENRICHMENT THROUGH ACTIVITIES CENTERED ON CELEBRATING PERSONAL SUCCESSES. WE ENSURE SAFETY THROUGH PERSONAL ATTENTION AND DEPENDABLE DOOR-TO-DOOR TRANSPORTATION. WE BUILD TRUST WITH FAMILIES, OFFERING CAREGIVERS RESPITE FROM CAREGIVING DUTIES AND PEACE OF MIND KNOWING THEIR LOVED ONES ARE IN OUR CARE.

Income
$1.6 million
Spending
$1.3 million
Spent on programs
85%
Reserves
11.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 56%
Employees
16
Volunteers
40
Highest pay
$142,506, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 80% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 11.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 1% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 17% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 13% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    85% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 8 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 65% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    15 of 15 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (4)
  1. $817,406 spent. ADULT DAY SERVICES: ELDERHOUSE ADULT DAY CENTER IS A STATE CERTIFIED MEDICAL AND SOCIAL MODEL ADULT DAY CENTER. OUR FOCUS IS TO PROVIDE CARE FOR OLDER ADULTS WITH COGNITIVE AND OR MEDICAL CONDITIONS THAT REQUIRE SUPERVISION AND PERSONAL CARE. OLDER ADULTS ARE PROVIDED DOOR-TO-DOOR TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM ELDERHOUSE WHERE THEY BENEFIT FROM: DAILY MEDICAL MONITORING BY A REGISTERED NURSE; PERSONAL CARE BY CERTIFIED HEALTH AIDES; THERAPEUTIC RECREATION, MUSICAL PROGRAMS, AND MEMORY ENHANCEMENT ACTIVITIES; AS WELL AS SOCIAL AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT. IN TURN, FAMILY CAREGIVERS BENEFIT FROM HOURS OF RELIABLE RESPITE, CAREGIVER COUNSELING AND GROUP SUPPORT. THE COMBINATION OF A HIGHLY EFFECTIVE CARE ENVIRONMENT FOR OLDER ADULTS AND RESPITE FOR CAREGIVERS, LEADS TO A HIGHER QUALITY OF LIFE FOR BOTH. THE CARE AT ELDERHOUSE ACHIEVES 3 MAJOR OBJECTIVES:(1) SUPPORT OLDER ADULTS TO REMAIN IN THEIR OWN HOMES,(2) TO REDUCE THE RATE OF EMERGENCY ROOM VISITS AND HOSPITAL READMISSIONS, AND(3) TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE OUR ADULTS THROUGH SOCIAL CONNECTION.
  2. $260,046 spent. ADULT FAMILY LIVING SERVICES: ELDERHOUSE HAS PROVIDED SUPPORT TO CAREGIVERS FOR MORE THAN 40 YEARS. WE RECOGNIZE THAT LOVING CARE STARTS IN THE HOME AND IS ESSENTIAL TO THE WELL-BEING OF OLDER SENIORS. TO SERVE THE GROWING NUMBER OF INDIVIDUALS TAKING ON THE ROLE OF CAREGIVING IN THEIR OWN HOME, ELDERHOUSE IS AN ACCREDITED PROVIDER OF ADULT FAMILY LIVING SERVICES. CAREGIVERS RECEIVE PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT ON MANAGING DAILY TASKS AND A MONTHLY TAX-FREE STIPEND. THIS MONTHLY PAYMENT COMPENSATES FAMILY MEMBERS FOR THE CARE AND ASSISTANCE THEY PROVIDE TO THEIR LOVED ONES. THIS PROGRAM IS FOR MEDICAID ELIGIBLE CLIENTS.CAREGIVER SUPPORT: SUPPORT GROUPS, INDIVIDUAL SUPPORTIVE COUNSELING AND INFORMATION AND REFERRAL TO ASSIST CAREGIVERS. AVAILABLE FREE TO ALL.
  3. $12,884 spent. ADULT DAY AT HOME: HOME DELIVERED MEALS AND SUPPORTFIRST BEGAN DURING THE PANDEMIC BUT REMAINS AVAILABLE TO THOSE UNABLE TO ATTEND IN PERSON DAYCARE. MEAL DELIVERY COMBINED WITH DAILY PHONE CONTACT OFFERS ISOLATED QUALIFIED OLDER ADULTS, TWO NUTRITIONALLY BALANCED MEALS PLUS A WELLNESS CALL EACH DAY. THE MEALS MEET ALL USDA GUIDELINES, ACCOMMODATE DIETARY RESTRICTIONS AND ARE DELIVERED FREE OF COST. THIS PROGRAM CONTINUES TODAY ACHIEVING SUCCESS IN FOSTERING BETTER HEALTH OUTCOMES AND REDUCING STRESS FOR CAREGIVERS.
  4. OUR AFFORDABLE SERVICES EXTEND BEYOND OUR ADULT DAY CENTER. FAMILIES BENEFIT FROM OUR NUMEROUS SUPPORT SOLUTIONS INCLUDING CAREGIVER COUNSELING, MEAL DELIVERY, AND CAREGIVER GUIDANCE AND COMPENSATION THROUGH CONNECTICUT'S ADULT FAMILY LIVING PROGRAM. SINCE 1977 ELDERHOUSE, AN ACCREDITED NON-PROFIT AGENCY LOCATED IN THE HEART OF FAIRFIELD COUNTY, HAS REMAINED PROUDLY COMMITTED TO IMPROVING THE LIVES OF OUR AGING COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND THEIR CAREGIVERS.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since August 1977.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.

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