The City of Aiken Senior Commission works from a primary mission statement provided by Aiken City Council and a visioning statement developed by the commission:

Mission: The mission of the City of Aiken Senior Commission is to make recommendations to the Aiken City Council, and to facilitate implementation of improvements, to advance the well-being of seniors (those over 50 years of age) in Aiken.

Vision: Aiken is recognized as a leader in the State for providing an attractive and accommodating community for all stages of seniors.

The seven commissioners appointed by council represent Aiken County Government; Aiken Area Council on Aging; Education Community; Lower Savannah Council of Governments: Medical Community and Two At -large appointments representing the Citizens of Aiken.