The San Antonio Department of Human Services is extending hours of operation at 10 comprehensive senior centers starting Jan. 9 to offer recreation and health and wellness activities to members and older adults age 60 years and older.
A news release said new hours of operation will be Mon.-Thu. from 7 a.m.-8 p.m., and Friday from 7 a.m.-4 p.m. The extended hours will be offered at the following DHS-managed comprehensive senior centers:
- Alicia Treviño Lopez, 8353 Culebra Road
- Bob Ross, 2219 Babcock Road
- District 2, 1751 S. W.W. White Road
- District 5, 2701 S. Presa St.
- Doris Griffin, 6157 N. Loop 410 W.
- Northeast, 4135 Thousand Oaks Drive
- South Side Lions, 3303 Pecan Valley Drive
- Walker Ranch, 835 W. Rhapsody Drive
- West End Park, 1226 N.W. 18th St.
- Willie Cortez, 5512 S.W. Military Drive
Human Services Director Melody Woosley said in a statement that given the vital role that older adults play both in their own families and in the community, the city’s comprehensive senior centers support continued active involvement of this large segment of the population.
“Our sincere hope is that the extended hours will allow the centers to serve as a neighborhood hub for older adults to make friends, pursue hobbies, and maintain their health. I encourage all adults 60 years and over to visit a senior center and take advantage of the tremendous services and resources offered to them,” Woosley said.
The city said daytime programs and activities at the comprehensive senior centers include a daily nutritious meal in a congregate setting, social services, arts and crafts, exercise classes, library, recreation and dance, computer classes, basic health screenings, work search programs, and field trips. All programs and activities are free.
To be eligible to attend a senior center and participate in programs and services, individuals must be a resident of Bexar County and be 60 years of age or older. For more information, call 210-207-7172.
