As the hub of most nutrition and health promotion activities, Senior Centers provide a vital link for older adults looking to take charge of their health and remain independent and active in the community. Senior centers offer a range of programs including meal service, arts and crafts, continuing education, health promotion and disease prevention services, and transportation opportunities.
September is National Senior Center Month
Celebrated every year in September, National Senior Center Month is a time to shine a light on senior centers, showing the entire nation how vital they are to the health and well-being of a community. Senior centers provide countless hours of support and encouragement to older adults, and have become integral to health care delivery in our communities by offering a place for older adults to discover their unique interests, talents, and aspirations.
Senior centers have evolved since their beginning in the 1940s, through their inclusion in the Older American’s Act in 1973, and up to today. But the mission has remained: to be the local, trusted place in the community that connects people to the programs, services, and opportunities they need to age well.
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Baltimore County
Song Bursts!
Enjoy the company of friends while playing this lyric completer game. Attempt to finish the lyrics to songs from the 1940's, 50's, and 60's! Door prizes and light refreshments available. Must sign up in advance.
Ateaze Senior Center, 7401 Holabird Ave, Baltimore, MD 21222
September 17th l 10:30 AM
A Chance to DanceEmpowering Connections trhough community dance. Dance to oldies like Walk Like an Eqgyptian, Charleston, polka, disco, and more. Enjoy fun games like Hot Spot Dance & Egg Dance - win silly prizes. Refreshments provided.
Jacksonville Senior Center, 3605 Sweet Air Rd, Phoenix, MD 21131September 17th l 12:30 AM
Take Me Out to the Ball Game! Come celebrate by watching your favorite baseball team, the Baltimore O's. Lunch at noon followed by the game at 1:05 PM! Enjoy a jot dog lunch, snacks, drinks, and watching the O's game with friends!
Reisterstown Senior Center, 12035 Reisterstown Rd, Reisterstown, MD 21136September 19th l 12:00 PM
Mental Health 101Learn what Mental Health really means, ways to improve wellbeing and why it is more difficult in the winter for most of us to identify symptoms that prompt talking to a professional.
Parkville Senior Center, 8601 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21234September 23rd l 10:45 AM
Community Safety with Officer GoorevitzJoin Officer as he speaks about community safety and how to ensure personal safety. Hear about trends and what to be on the lookout for in terms of safety and crime prevention.
Parkville Senior Center, 8601 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21234September 25th l 10:00 AM
Be All That You Can Be With David HoovlerLearn how to overcome internal obstacles, find more calm, contentment clear thinking and self confidence...reduce fear/restlessness unhealthy habits and more.
Parkville Senior Center, 8601 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21234September 26th l 10:30 AM
Plant SwapPlant Lover? Bring your plant babies, cuttings, thinned perennials and swap with others! Exchange plants, pots, cuttings, seeds and gardening tips!
Parkville Senior Center, 8601 Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21234September 26th l 10:30 AM
Empowering Economic StabilityEconomic empowerment is the ability to make decisions that involve controlling and allocating financial resources. It is a broad category which includes: having affordable housing and access to reliable transportation.
Overlea Senior Center, 4314 Fullerton Ave, Baltimore, MD 21236September 26th l 10:30 AM
S.L.A.Y (Seniors Loving Their Active Years) Game Day Bring your friends or make new friends pull up a table and play your favorite games. Uno, Dominos, Sorry, Connect Four, Jenga, and a good game of Family Feud with your host Jackie. We'll have loads of fun with light refreshments.
Pikesville Senior Center, 1301 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD 21208September 27th
Dance CelebrationClose out the month with a dance celebration complete with amazing dance tunes, a delicious meal, and door prizes! You've worked hard this Summer! Balence it out and let loose! Advance sign-up is required.
Bykota Senior Center, 611 Central Ave, Towson, MD 21204September 30th l 1:00 PM
For more information on the above activties please call (410) 887-2040 or email agingscw@baltimorecountymd.gov. Click Here for informational flyer.
Carroll County
Fun End of Summer Healthy Meal Planning -Making Smoothies
Westminster Senior Center, 125 Stoner Ave, Westminster, MD 21157September 24th l 1:00 PM l FREE Frederick County
Harford County
Senior Health Fest Join McFaul Senior Center for various fall prevention programs including Matter of Balance, SAIL (Staying Fit and Active for Life), and Geri Fit. Participants will also be able to join other non-evidence-based classes and activities that help with balance, including Tai Chi, QiGong, Yoga, Senior Circuits, Sit & Stretch, and more. Click Here for Senior Health Fest flyer.McFaul Senior Center, 525 W MacPhail Rd, Bel Air, MD 21014September 18th l 9:30 AM l FREEClick Here for a list of more events happening in Harford County during September 2024. Howard County
Howard County Garden Club Flower Shower
Ellicott City 50+ Center, 9411 Frederick Rd, Ellicott City, MD 21042September 13th l 11:00 AM l FREE
MAP Presentation - Get Your Ducks in a RowEast Columbia 50+ Center, 6610 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD 21045September 18th l 11:00 AM l FREEArt and Tea ProgramBain 50+ Center, 5470 Ruth Keeton Way, Columbia, MD 21044September 27th l 11:00 AM l FREEUpper Shore Aging (Caroline, Kent, Talbot)
Powering Connections Vendor Expo
Brookletts Talbot Senior Center, 400 Brookletts Ave Easton MD 21601
September 13th l 10:00 AM l FREE
Bingocize
Amy Lynn Ferris Adult Activity Center, 200 Schauber Rd Chestertown MD 21620
September 17th l 12:30 PM l FREE
Pajama Party and Movie DayFederalsburg Senior Center, 118 N Main St Federalsburg MD 21632September 26th l 1:00 PM l FREE
National Senior Center Month Party and Reminiscence
Amy Lynn Ferris Adult Activity Center, 200 Schauber Rd. Chestertown MD 21620September 26th l 11:00 AM l FREE
Power Connections-Bingo with Denton Nursing and RehabCaroline Senior Center, 403 S 7th St. Suite 127 Denton MD 21629September 27th l 10:00 AM l FREE
Get Connected with a Healthy Lifestyle at a Senior Center
Are you looking for health or fitness classes at an affordable price and convenient location? Maryland's 117 senior centers offer excellent opportunities for exercise programs, health screenings, and wellness seminars. Every month, there are a variety of activities to meet your needs and interests, physical ability, and level of fitness. Free and low-cost health screenings are offered at many senior centers and nutrition sites, flu or pneumonia shots are often given during the fall months, many centers offer daily meal service, and evidence-based disease prevention and health education seminars are offered throughout the year.
Maryland Department of Aging Announces $750,000 in Funding for Senior Centers and Innovative Programming
The Maryland Department of Aging has allocated more than $750,000 in FY25 funds to support innovative programs and critical operating needs for senior centers across the state. Each county receives funding based on the number of Marylanders aged 60 and older who live there, while Caroline, Cecil, Harford, and Worcester counties won additional competitive funds through the FY25 Senior Center Operating Fund (SCOF) for innovative programs that serve historically underserved communities. Click here for a full list of FY25 SCOF awards by county.