Golden Age Center
ANNOUNCEMENTS
New University Express classes available now (see below).
EVENTS
- HEAP Outreach (for assistance with energy bills)
- BPO Coffee Concert Series
Alzheimer’s Association of WNY
Social Group Respite Program
NEW: WNY Community Social Respite Programs
Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Emergency Contact Form (for Respite Participants)
Community Support Programs and Adult Day Programs
Yellow Dot Program
Fall University Express classes, lifelong learning for adults age 55+, are now available, and offered at the Golden Age Center. These presentations are brought to you through a collaboration with Erie County Senior Services, Wegmans, Excelsior Orthopedics, Blue Cross Blue Shield of WNY, as well as partnering senior centers. All of these University Express presentations are FREE, but you must register for these classes. Click HERE to view details about the offerings. Join in the fun!
Fall University Express classes, lifelong learning for adults age 55+, are now available, and offered at the Golden Age Center. These presentations are brought to you through a collaboration with Erie County Senior Services, Wegmans, Excelsior Orthopedics, Blue Cross Blue Shield of WNY, as well as partnering senior centers. All of these University Express presentations are FREE, but you must register for these classes. Click HERE to view details about the offerings. Join in the fun!
The Grand Island Golden Age Center provides services to all Grand Island residents, 50 years of age or older, regardless of religious, racial, political or ethnic background. This Town-sponsored facility provides transportation services, special events, educational, recreational & travel opportunities, as well as a congregate site featuring home-cooked meals weekdays. Our mission is to provide safe, nurturing, and enjoyable activities to meet the needs of our senior population.
Transportation is available on a priority basis for all Island residents over 50. Medical appointments will be accommodated with first priority. We also provide transportation for Center activities, which includes participation in the lunch program, trips to the pharmacy, grocery shopping, day trips and more. Please call (716) 773-9682 to make your appointment.
Membership to the Golden Age Center is FREE! For those age 50 and over, fill out the Application Form and drop it off at the Golden Age Center to enjoy the free, varied, and fun programming available for our community to enjoy.
Meals on Wheels is available for those that are 50 years of age or older, who are homebound and frail. Meals on Wheels is delivered Monday through Friday, and costs $5 per day, which includes a hot meal and a cold meal. Please find the Meals on Wheels application in the left-hand column. Call us at (716) 773-9682 with any questions, or to speak with our knowledgeable staff to see if Meals on Wheels is right for your loved one.
Membership is free of charge.
The staff and members of the Golden Age Center welcome you!
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3278 Whitehaven Road
The Center is open 8 am - 4 pm Monday through Friday.