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 Department of Public Works and Parks (DPW&P) has announced that the City’s Permanent Winter Parking Ban will go into effect on Thursday, December 1 and remain through Sunday, April 30. The Permanent Winter Parking Ban applies to emergency arteries, WRTA bus routes, and streets that are critical to the flow of traffic. There is no parking on one or both sides of affected street between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. and any time a snow emergency is declared.
Posted: Monday 11/28/22
The City of Worcester will celebrate the final component of the Senior Center’s new fitness operation on Thursday, Nov. 3, at 10:30 a.m. with a ribbon cutting ceremony highlighting Fallon Health’s generous contribution to the project.
Posted: Tuesday 11/01/22
When it is dangerously hot, it is important to stay safe and seek opportunities to stay cool.
Posted: Wednesday 08/03/22
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No. There is no membership required, although registration is encouraged. 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: 508-799-1200.
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 at least 2 days in advance. Donations accepted. See menu in the monthly Senior Scoop. 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 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 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.
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