How to Find a Senior Center

A senior center is a location where seniors can gather for classes and companionship. Each community usually has a senior center run either by a private nonprofit corporation or a civic organization. Here are a few ideas of how to find a senior center to enjoy.

Instructions

1. Contact your local government's department for the aging and ask if they know of a senior center. The department of aging is known by different names in each state, but can easily be found on your local government's webpage or by contacting your Governor's office.

2. Visit your local chapter of the Jewish Community Center. Don't let the name fool you; all people are welcome. The Jewish Community center not only has a senior center, but also has a variety of other amenities for seniors such as swimming, classes and exercise.

3. Find your local Meals on Wheels representative (either in the phone book or on the Internet) and ask their advice on where to find a senior center.

4. Know what you want out of a senior center. There are many senior centers in the community that are run either privately or publicly. Many communities have senior activities and outings. If you know what activities you want, you will be able to ask the right questions when contacting the different organizations.

5. Ask friends where the seniors in their life go. You can find out many things by word of mouth.

6. Locate a local church. Many churches have clubs and activities for seniors. Churches and other para-church organizations have other opportunities for seniors to get involved in helping the community. Soup kitchens, Meals on Wheels and other charitable organizations need seniors with time available to volunteer during the day.