We are honored to invite you to celebrate Ann Bailey's retirement!
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
4:00 - 7:00 PM
Omni Viking Lakes Hotel | Ember & Ice
For the past decade, Ann has led with a strategic mind and a compassionate heart. Under her leadership, DARTS expanded into new counties, deepened community partnerships, and improved the lives of countless older adults and caregivers. Her unwavering commitment to aging well has shaped our organization - and the region - for the better.
Open House Format
Drop in any time between 4:00 and 7:00 PM to enjoy refreshments, share memories,
and celebrate Ann's leadership and legacy.
Special Program & Toasts at 5:30 PM
Join us for a short program and toasts as we reflect on Ann's years of service and
remarkable impact on older adults and caregivers across the region.
In lieu of a personal gift, Ann invites you to honor her legacy with a donation to DARTS. Your tribute gift will help others thrive on their aging journey.
You can give directly using the link below or consider a lasting impact through a legacy gift. Learn more about legacy giving here: https://dartsconnects.org/specialized-donations/
Join us as we celebrate Ann's incredible impact at DARTS and in our communities.
RSVP by June 10, 2025
Donate Now
Aging is a journey we take together.
If you were unable to attend, we invite you to make a gift that empowers older adults to live independently in the homes and communities they love. Your generosity makes a lasting impact, providing caregiver resources, home support, and transportation to help older adults age with dignity. In times of uncertainty, your support ensures these essential services remain available to those who need them most.
Thank you for investing in the well-being of older adults and their caregivers! Gifts like yours further the legacy of Ann's leadership.
Join us for Ann's Retirement
Ann Bailey, President of DARTS
Ann Bailey has been President of DARTS since 2015, following five years of service on DARTS Board of Directors. Her connection to DARTS began when her father's Alzheimer's disease progressed, and she saw firsthand the impact of caregiver support services.
As she prepares to retire after a decade of leadership, Ann remains a dedicated advocate for aging and caregiver services. She serves on the board of the Minnesota Leadership Council on Aging and shares her expertise with groups including Dakota County Disability Advisory Council, University of Minnesota 10,000 Family Studies, and Fairview Ridges Healthy Communities. In 2024, she was honored with the Legacy Award from the Dakota County Regional Chamber in recognition of her impact. And in 2025, she was honored with the Dakota County Public Health Achievement Award in recognition of her contribution of her contribution of bringing people together to create a healthy future for all citizens of Dakota County.
Ann and her husband, Randy, live in Apple Valley and engage in community-building initiatives. In her free time, she enjoys traveling - and two trips per year are states drawn at random - along with cooking and tending to a small garden that provides fresh ingredients.
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