Senior Centers are an excellent way to break social isolation by engaging seniors with their community, in a safe and enriching environment. Last updated March Available Services for Seniors. Trained Care Managers are available to answer questions, provide a thorough assessment of needs, and make appropriate recommendations for suitable services.
Eliminating Senior Hunger. Congregate Hot Meal Sites. These sites provide a daily meal, a wide variety of activities and programs, and most importantly an opportunity for older adults to interact and socialize with their peers in a safe and supportive environment. Lotus Rides. I heard about all the good things that the Council on Aging was doing, and I was anxious to participate. I come five days a week. I enjoy the meals; the staff is friendly and caring. Every one is a blessing to me as a senior.
I go everywhere telling the story of the COA. People always ask me: Karen, now that you are retired, what do you do? Karen Crockett β The Lotus Center. My mother was a member of the Council on Aging and received Meals on Wheels.
Our family has been involved with the Council on Aging for many years and it has provided us support. They provide educational programs and make sure the staff gives us fun activities as well.
They even provide medical equipment like walkers, canes and wheelchairs. We are so grateful to have a center that I can attend daily. That I find enjoyable. The workers are dedicated and hard-working. They help me in so many ways. After my husband passed I was home alone, all day, and my children insisted that I attend a senior center.
