Our Mission

The Mission of The Department of Elder and Human Services assist in the well-being of Canton’s older population and residents of any age who are in need of social services due to economic hardship, health issues, family circumstances, or personal loss. We recognize the innate worth of every person in our community and strive to respect their dignity.

We seek to maintain and enhance the quality of life of our older citizens by providing opportunities for social interaction, physical activity, intellectual stimulation, community service, and health clinics.

We try to offer effective, quality services that respond to community needs, promote continuous improvement of staff skills and performance, encourage an environment of trust and honesty, and provide services that are accessible and equitable.