Amy Vogel Waters, Director
The key to healthy aging is staying active in mind and body. Our cutting-edge senior center provides countless opportunities for seniors to take "new directions" to maintain their health. Located at 128 Providence St., the Senior Center is a bright and welcoming place for all seniors, their families and caregivers, elder service providers and the community at large.
The Senior Center has received a lot of attention and external funding in recent years focusing on modernization and making its operations more sustainable. Managed by the Department of Public Facilities, the following work has been underway:
In the coming months, additional work will be done, making the building more usable and sustainable:
FitLot Ribbon Cutting
Outdoor FitLot in Use
Fitness Center Ribbon Cutting
Introducing Worcester Senior Center Stay Connected; a series of fabulous videos to connect Worcester seniors with programming including exercise, instructional videos, educational materials, resources and assistance and so much more!
The Worcester Arts Council (WAC) is now accepting grant applications for its FY25 funding cycle. The deadline to apply is October 16, 2024.
Posted: Wednesday 09/04/24
Due to a high heat index Thursday and Friday, the City of Worcester is activating several cooling centers for residents.
Posted: Thursday 08/01/24
Due to a high heat index Monday through Wednesday, the City of Worcester is activating several cooling centers for residents.
Posted: Monday 07/15/24
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No. There is no membership required, although free registration is encouraged and is necessary for use of the Fitness Center. Membership in the Friends of Worcester's Senior Center, Inc. will provide you with certain benefits such as receiving the monthly newsletter by mail. Call the Friends at: 508-799-1232 x48020.
The Worcester Consumer Rights Program is located within Worcester City Hall, in Room 101. You may directly connect with the program by visiting our office with your questions or by calling us on 508-799 8486. You may also visit us on the web and access an intake/ complaint form through the following link:
Alternatively, you may contact the Attorney General’s Office on 617-727 8400 or access the same complaint form through their website.
We will immediately contact you once your complaint form is received and advise you on the process and details of your specific complaint.
No. While most programs are targeted towards older adults, younger people often receive services for caregivers or participate in inter-generational programs.
Yes. You may make a reservation for lunch by calling 508-799-8070 between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. at least 2 days in advance. Donations accepted. See menu in the monthly Senior Scoop Newsletter. You may also pay for breakfast, lunch, and/or snacks from Bobby M's Diner open every morning through early afternoon.
The Worcester Senior Center is open to the public Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The Worcester Consumer Rights Program works in cooperation with Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office and it helps with various kinds of consumer complaints and grievances against any business. This is accomplished through mediation effort and outcome. The program The program engages the consumer and business in a productive dialogue and propose ideas and solutions to facilitate amicable resolution to a disagreement.
The Senior Center is located on Vernon Hill with plenty of free parking at 128 Providence Street. WRTA bus #1 and #11 stop at the Senior Center; WRTA also provides curb-to-curb ADA transportation. For information on bus routes, ADA transportation and travel training, please call the WRTA at 508-453-3462. For assistance with your application for ADA transportation or to find out about free/reduced fares to and from the Worcester Senior Center, call 508-799-1232.
The Age Friendly Worcester Initiative is a group of community stakeholders from diverse backgrounds working together to make Worcester a vibrant, livable place for everyone, regardless of age or ability.
Elder Affairs
Worcester Senior Center
128 Providence Street
Worcester, MA 01604
Phone: 508-799-1232
Fax: 508-799-1743
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Office Hours:
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.