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TeleCare Volunteers Enhance Senior Community Engagement at Sensational Seniors Event, Concept art for illustrative purpose - Monok
Senior Centers and Community Programs
Sharon Wallace / 8 min
11 March 2025

TeleCare’s mission in action: supporting seniors at the Sensational Seniors Event

TeleCare, a service run by Assistance League Diablo Valley, has been providing weekly reassurance calls to the elderly and the homebound for more than 50 years, helping to build meaningful relationships. For elderly folks, these calls act as a link to friendship, providing solace and a much-needed sense of community. By means of this program, […]
Dallas's The Point Enriches Lives Through Multifaceted Programs and Community Engagement, Concept art for illustrative purpose - Monok

Dallas’ The Point enriches lives through multifaceted programs and community engagement

Nestled in the heart of Dallas, The Point & Pavilion at CC Young serves as a gathering place for seniors seeking enrichment, social interaction, and wellness opportunities. This innovative facility houses an array of amenities designed to cater to diverse interests and needs. From its state-of-the-art, fitness center to the serene Benton Meditation Chapel, The […]
Senior Centers and Community Programs
Khloe Harris / 6 min
19 February 2025
5-Star Dining and Fellowship at Huron County Senior Center, Concept art for illustrative purpose, tags: center meals - Monok

Huron County Senior Center serves meals and builds community for local seniors

The Huron County Senior Center offers more than just hot meals—it serves as a welcoming space for seniors to connect, share stories, and take part in engaging activities. Since Thumb Food Services Inc. took over meal services last fall, the center has seen a noticeable improvement in both food quality and attendance. With a dedicated […]
Senior Centers and Community Programs
Michael Pollard / 6 min
10 February 2025
EASTERSEALS PARTICIPANTS BRING JOY AND SUPPORT TO CHEER CENTER SENIORS, Concept art for illustrative purpose, tags: seniors - Monok

Building connections: Easterseals volunteers support CHEER Center seniors

In Sussex County, Delaware, the CHEER Center offers seniors vital services, including meals and recreational activities. A remarkable partnership between CHEER and Easterseals Pre-Vocational Services is helping both the senior community and adults with disabilities. Through volunteer efforts, Easterseals participants not only provide support to the center but also gain valuable skills and experience to […]
Senior Centers and Community Programs
Michael Pollard / 7 min
4 February 2025
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Pets and community: enriching seniors’ lives

Seniors’ lives are being significantly improved by community-driven programs that offer them necessary services, build relationships, and enhance general well-being. Individuals, groups, and local volunteer initiatives are taking action to guarantee that senior citizens continue to play a vital role in their communities. These programs not only cater to the physical health of seniors but […]
Senior Centers and Community Programs
Sharon Wallace / 6 min
31 January 2025
Senior Community Center Breaks Ground on New Facility in Owensboro, Concept art for illustrative purpose, tags: daviess county fiscal court - Monok

Daviess County Fiscal Court commits an additional $500,000 to the Senior Community Center

The Daviess County Fiscal Court has announced a new financial commitment to the Senior Community Center of Owensboro-Daviess County, pledging an additional $500,000 in matching funds to support the facility’s construction. This pledge follows the county’s previous $2 million commitment, further demonstrating the government’s dedication to providing a modern and fully equipped senior center for […]
Senior Centers and Community Programs
Michael Pollard / 6 min
29 January 2025
40 Million Grant Aims to Support Senior Housing Communities with Community Service Coordinators, Concept art for illustrative purpose, tags: funding - Monok

Federal policies making strides in senior housing and service integration

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced major funding efforts to make housing more affordable for seniors and improve access to supportive services. This includes a huge $40 million boost for service programs and nearly $97 million in grants to build new homes through the Section 202 Supportive Housing for the […]
Senior Centers and Community Programs
Khloe Harris / 6 min
24 January 2025
Seniors Join Forces to Combat Aging Homelessness, Concept art for illustrative purpose - Monok

Seniors join forces to combat aging homelessness: A growing movement for change

Aging homelessness is an escalating crisis that affects a rising number of older adults, many of whom face health issues, isolation, and limited financial resources. In response, senior citizens themselves are stepping up to address this issue, with initiatives aimed at providing assistance, creating awareness, and improving living conditions for their peers experiencing homelessness. The […]
Senior Centers and Community Programs
Michael Pollard / 6 min
23 January 2025

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