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History The Educational Organization For United Latin Americans (EOFULA) was founded to assist the Hispanic community of Washington, D.C. in overcoming cultural, economic, social and language barriers. Since 1969, EOFULA has been providing a variety of services. In 1974, EOFULA established a center for the Hispanic elderly, and other senior citizens in the community. Because of the demand for our services, a satellite was established at 1918 18th Street, N.W. This satellite is named in honor of Carlos Rosario, one of the founders of EOFULA. Any District of Columbia resident age 60 and above may participate. Services are offered free of charge. Services The EOFULA Spanish Senior Center provides services to over 300 senior citizens annually. Services provided include: daily nutritious lunch in a congenial atmosphere transportation to and from the center and to special activities educational lectures counseling case management group/individual therapy housing and employment assistance English classes health education and screening podiatry recreational activities including arts and crafts, shopping and field trips friendly visits telephone reassurance escorting to needed services crisis intervention Spanish/English translation and interpretation intergenerational programs [[image]] Part of the Senior Service Network Supported by the D.C. Office on Aging Member Agency of the United Black Fund Contributions are tax deductible [[image]] Funding EOFULA is a non-profit organization. Major funding comes from the Office on Aging and the United Black Fund. In addition many individuals and private organizations assist with matching funds and inkind in the form of time, clothing, food and/or household goods, all of which are greatly needed and appreciated. Voluntary contributions are encouraged. Testimonials from participants: "I like going to the center for the friendships, the trips, the joy, and the staff is always there to assist us." "I feel good here. We have many things to make us happy and most importantly, we have each other, like brothers and sisters." "There I can find the help that I need and everyone speaks my language."
