Senior Centers offers a variety of programs - educational to recreational, arts and crafts to dance, and even computer labs! Individual facilities' sites provide more in-depth information about the many programs offered by the Senior Centers.
Senior Centers offers Evidence-Based programs that are designed to encourage people to take more control of their health. We offer a Stanford University program entitled, "Chronic Disease Self Management" and a falls prevention program entitled" A Matter of Balance". There is a small registration fee of $5.00; classes meet once a week for six weeks for the Chronic Disease (CDSMP) and one a week for eight weeks for the Matter of Balance (MOB) program.
A schedule of upcoming classes is available on this site.
Blood pressure checks are done in all three sites at least weekly. Check with the individual site for more details.
Exercise facilities are offered at all locations, some more structured than others. Check with the individual site to determine what facility would be best for you.
Both the Senior Life & Wellness Club and the VSP Club offer computer classes. Check with the individual site for more details.
Group Dining is offered five days per week, excluding holidays, at the Pacolet and Senior Life & Wellness Club; and three days per week at the VSP Club.
We partner with a variety of professional organizations to provide quality health and nutrition programs. Check the Monthly Calendar for specific program details.
Ever thought about sharing your knowledge with a child? If so, you can become a Child Mentor at the VSP Club in Chesnee.
Senior Centers offers transportation through Spartanburg Regional Hospital System to and from Pacolet and Senior Life and Wellness Club. A small donation is requested weekly to help offset the cost of operations. To request an interview to see if you qualify give the Center where you wish to attend a call..
"Growing old is not more than a bad habit which a busy man has no time to form," Andre Maurois in The Art of Living.