About the Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization (LARSO)
Our Mission and Vision
Our Vision We reimagine aging so that our older adults realize how important they are to the vitality of our communities.
Our Mission is to promote positive living in Los Alamos County for older adults.
Our Values
Community
Helping older adults remain independent by working with families, volunteers, funders, and other community partners.
Compassion
Demonstrating a passionate and empathetic commitment to the quality of life of older adults and their caregivers
Inclusion
Embracing the diversity of those we work with and those we serve through the lens of equity.
Innovation
Using imagination and creativity to design and deliver affordable quality services
Stewardship
Maximizing the efficient use of funds and time entrusted to us while maintaining high ethical standards.
Volunteerism
Engaging volunteers in vital and meaningful roles
Our Center
The Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization (LARSO) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that creates opportunities for healthy aging through social engagement, physical well-being, civic involvement, creativity, and lifelong learning. Since opening in 1998, the Betty Ehart and White Rock Senior Activity Centers have worked to provide numerous services, including day out/daycare, transportation, community meals, home-delivered meals, activities, and entertainment, and a safe place to be in the community with others.