Social Events & Activities

The Abbott Park Satellite Senior Center is operated by Community Mental Health Council’s Senior Connections Program. The Center serves seniors ages 55+ who reside within the 6th, 9th, and 34th wards, including the Washington Heights and Roseland communities. It participates in the City of Chicago's Golden Diners Program for seniors as a way to get a meal and enjoy the company of friends--lunch is served on weekdays from 11:30-12:30pm for a suggested $2 donation. Additionally, the Center offers programming including fitness activities (dance and yoga), bingo and card games, arts and crafts, and computer classes. A fee is associated with fitness activities for those between ages 55-59, and to enroll in computer classes. Once a week, a pharmacist, nurse, and social worker are available to meet with visitors. Please call for most up-to-date programming and pricing.    

Affinity Community Services is a social justice organization that works with and on behalf of Black LGBTQ communities, queer youth, and allies to identify emergent needs, create safe spaces, develop leaders, and bridge communities through collective analysis and action for social justice, freedom, and human rights.

 The Auburn Gresham Senior Satellite Center serves seniors who reside within the 17th, 18th, 19th, and 21st wards. The Center is part of the City of Chicago's Golden Diners Program, which provides seniors with a hot meal and opportunity to socialize--lunch is served on weekdays from 11:30-12:30pm for a suggested $2 donation. The Center also offers daily activities for seniors, including exercise and dance classes, and games. A fee may be associated with some fitness activities, so please call for most up-to-date schedule and pricing.

Casa Central has been providing'compassionate and trustworthy care to Latino and other older adults for more than 40 years. Casa Central provides in-home and center-based programs respond to each participant's individualized needs, and support older adults in achieving the highest possible quality of life through bilingual and culturally responsive services. Check out their website for their senior services.

The Adult Wellness Center provides supervised, structured activities including:

• Daily breakfast, lunch and a snack
  
• Arts and crafts
  
• Aerobics, Arthritis, and balance exercise programs
  
• Billiards, dominoes, and other table games
  
• Bingo and “Lotería”
  
• Birthday celebrations
  
• Cultural exchange
  
• Dance club
  
• Field trips
  
• Health workshops
• Knitting classes
  
• Meditation and devotionals
  
• Music performance/choir
  
• Theater club
  

Center on Halsted provides an array of programs and services for LGBTQ community members over the age of 55 through its Senior Program. Each week, more than 150 seniors participate in senior programs to attend workshops, take classes, share a meal or make new friends. Lunch is offered for $1.50 on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Additionally, free social events, counseling, social isolation relief, and job development classes are available. 

The Chatham Satellite Senior Center serves seniors who reside within the 4th, 5th, and 6th wards. The Center participates in the City of Chicago's Golden Diners Program, which provides seniors ages 60 and up with a hot meal and opportunities to socialize--lunch is offered on weekdays for a suggested $2 donation. Exercise and dance classes are offered daily, and a nurse and social worker are available on Wednesdays. Additionally, the Center offers free social activities such as bingo, bridge, arts and crafts, and karaoke. Please call for most up-to-date schedule and pricing. 

Chicago Hyde Park Village's mission is to help its members to remain in their homes and engaged in the community as they grow older, through education, volunteerism, and referrals. Membership benefits include: Concierge Services, Health and Wellness, Social and Cultural Opportunities, Transportation, etc.

The Center is operated by Ada S. Niles Senior Center under the auspices of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago. The Center serves seniors who reside within the 3rd, 16th and 20th wards. It also offers a Golden Diners Program for seniors as a way to get a healthy meal each day and enjoy the company of friends

The mission of Little Brothers – Friends of the Elderly is to advocate for elders who are isolated and at risk by developing long-term companionship to provide greater well-being and stability, promote independent living and instill a sense of belonging. The organization works with elders experiencing isolation, and provides social activities to relieve loneliness. There are no fees or income requirements to access services, but seniors must be at least 70 years old. A preliminary interview is required to assess which programs would be appropriate for the elder, based on needs and interests. Check the website for more information on the variety of social events and classes offered. 

Mather's More than a Cafe offers fitness classes, art classes, live music, lectures, and a place to grab coffee and a meal. Most programming has a fee, though some activites are available free of charge. Programming is available to those ages 50+, and registration both in-person and by phone is encouraged. An up-to-date program brochure is available online for each season, which includes pricing information per activity. A fitness center membership is available for $85 per year.

Mz. Georgia’s Plaze is all about senior fitness, wellness, social interaction, line dancing and fun. A schedule of dance and fitness classes is available online, and pricing for most classes is $5 for seniors 55+.

The Pilsen Satellite Senior Center provides senior ages 55+ with the opportunity to be creative, to learn new skills and to stay active. It also participates in the City of Chicago's Golden Diners Program, which provides seniors ages 60+ with hot meals and the opportunity to socialize--lunch is provided on weekdays for a suggested $2 donation. Additionally, the organization offers exercise, yoga, and meditation classes on various days of the week. For those ages 65+, there is assistance in enrolling for public assistance, and health insurance counseling is available to people of all ages. Call to set up an appointment and screening for eligibility. Independent living options can be found here: Casa Maravilla.

The Kroc Community Center provides various senior fitness classes, social activities, special events, field trips, and services to enrich the quality of life for older adults. Each activity is designed to keep people involved on a daily basis as they live social and healthy lives in the Center. Reduced Senior (62+) membership rates start at $20 a month.

The Department’s Senior Services Area Agency on Aging administers a variety programs designed to address the diverse needs and interests of older Chicagoans, from those who are healthy and active, to those who are frail and homebound. The Southeast (Atlas) Center is one of six Regional Senior Centers that act as community focal points for information and assessment, and provide senior services in health, education and recreation. The Center serves seniors ages 60+, who can receive a free membership that will give them access to social clubs and activities.

A schedule of clubs is available at the site. The Center also participates in the City of Chicago's Golden Diners Program, which provides seniors ages 60+ with lunch and an opportunity to socialize everyday (Monday-Sunday, 11:30am-12:30pm), for a suggested $2.11 donation. Free fresh produce is available through Greater Chicago Food Depository on Wednesdays from 1-3pm.

In addition, the Center hosts a stress management support group for those who have problems dealing with the stress of life in all its forms.

Also, check out 79th St. Seniors, which is also located here!

 The Southwest Senior Center acts as community focal point for information and assessment, and provide senior services in health and fitness, education and recreation. It is geographically located to serve the following Chicago wards: 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th and 23rd wards. There are approximately 150 senior citizen groups and clubs that participate in programs at the Southwest Senior Center. The Center serves seniors ages 60+, who can receive a free membership that will give them access to social clubs and activities. It also participates in the City of Chicago's Golden Diners Program, which provides seniors ages 60+ with lunch and an opporutunity to socialize everyday (Monday-Sunday, 11:30am-12:30pm), for a suggested $2 donation. 

Margaret's Village's Vincennes Senior Center offers social and recreational activities, educational opportunities, and nutritious meals to over 100 seniors. The Senior Center was established to help the older residents of the Englewood community remain independent and avoid social isolation.

Under the name Encore Illinois, the Encore Choir Chicago team provides choral singing opportunities for older adults (55+) in the Chicago area under the direction of a professional artist. Singing with Encore in Chicago is fun, challenging, and rewarding. Encore Illinois currently runs seven choir locations, spanning from Chicago to the suburbs. 

To find more information about opportunities and associate fees, visit http://encoreillinois.org/product-category/registration/

MOREways, part of Mather Lifeways, is designed to create a welcoming, one-of-a-kind community for older adults. Telephone Topics is a series of fun and informational presentations that you simply call into from the comfort of your home.

Register for programs at (888) 600-2560 or teltopics@matherlifeways.com. Listen to archived Telephone Topics on their website.

The Chicago Park Distirct offers numerous fitness and social activities for adults ages 60 and up. These programs are held at many locations and are typically free of charge. To look up the location and activites nearest you, check out their website.