Senior centers empower older adults to age well
Philadelphia’s senior centers deliver vital connections that support healthy aging with diverse programs that offer a vibrant, action-packed combination of fitness, learning and socialization.
Philadelphia’s network of 28 PCA-funded senior centers and satellite meal sites offer a community nexus where older adults find information and activities to support health and wellness as they age. These healthy offerings include:
- Nutritious meals served in a communal setting each weekday.
- Exercise classes and onsite fitness equipment.
- Nutrition presentations and cooking demonstrations.
- Health screenings and wellness classes.
- Socialization, support groups and counseling.
Evidence-based health and wellness workshops empower older adults to achieve their maximum levels of health by offering information, education, screenings and self-management skills. Topics include chronic disease management, chronic pain management, diabetes management, falls prevention, balance and strength.
More than 20,000 active, older Philadelphians find opportunities for growth and engagement at Philadelphia’s senior community centers each year. Older adults who seek connections are offered fun activities, along with providing practical tools and resources to help them stay healthy and independent.
National Senior Center Month in September emphasizes the tremendous potential that senior centers deliver in their communities, including programming that empowers older adults to holistically age well and strengthen the mind, body, spirit and community connections.
To learn more about Philadelphia’s senior community centers, call the PCA Helpline at 215-765-9040 or visit pcaCares.org/SeniorCenters. To view a map of senior centers in Philadelphia, see pages 8-9 of September 2024 Milestones newspaper.
