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Buena Park Senior "Activity" Center
8150 Knott Avenue
Buena Park 90620-3159
(in the Walter D. Ehlers Community Recreation Center)
(714) 236-3870
Senior "Activity" Center website www.bplegacy.org
The Buena Park Senior Center is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Evening hours vary. The mission of the Buena Park Senior Center is to provide the mature adult population in the community with a diverse offering of recreational, educational, social and human service programs in environments which promote a spirit of dignity and limitless potential for later life enrichment. Our goals are to enhance quality of life, nurture talents and skills, foster social interaction, and support independence and self-determination.
The Senior Center newsletter,"The Key", is published monthly and is available for pickup at the Senior Center. Or click to download a copy here.
Click the link below for more information:
Helpful Information and Resources for Seniors
CLASSES
A variety of classes are available to meet different interests. Some classes require nominal fees.
Offerings include:
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Ballroom Dance
Books Come Alive
Ceramics (Painting)
Crafts
Exercise
Ballance and Mobility |
Line Dance
Oil Painting
Spanish
Quilting
Tai Chi Chih
Basic Computer |
SERVICES
These services are offered periodically.
Offerings include:
- Alzheimer's Support Groups (ADRDA)
- Blood Pressure Screenings
- Food Distribution
- Legal Aid Meals on Wheels
- Medicare Counseling (HICAP)
- Medical Transportation
- Nutrition Program (TLC)
- Outreach
- Adult Public Health Nursing Services (APHNS)
- Senior Day Care Program
- Tax Assistance
- Senior Van Services
BINGO
Games are held Monday and Tuesday afternoons from 1:00 to 3:00pm. The cost is $0.25 per card with grocery items for prizes.
DANCE
“Swing Into The Night” For some of the best “Big Band” music around each Saturday evening from 7 to 10pm at the Senior Center. A $6.00 admission charge entitles you to dance to music, enjoy refreshments and even be eligible for door prizes.
GIFT SHOP
The "Senior Sampler" Gift Shop is open year round, Monday through Friday from 10am to 2pm. The public is welcome to purchase handmade items. For more information call (714) 236-3875 or (714) 236-3870.
OUTREACH
An Outreach Worker will acquaint you with the many services at the Senior Center and connect you with county wide programs. Call for an appointment.
MEALS ON WHEELS
Meals on Wheels of Buena Park will deliver meals to your home Monday through Friday for a nominal fee if you are homebound and unable to prepare your own meals. Volunteer drivers are always needed for this program.
MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION
If you are need of transportation to medical appointments, call (714) 236-3874 for registration and information. Must be over 55 and a Buena Park resident. One dollar fee each way.
SENIOR DAY CARE PROGRAM
The Senior Day Care is designed for frail seniors over 60 years of age who are in need of supervision and care during the day while their caregiver(s) work or take time for themselves. The program is offered 9am to 3pm, Monday through Friday. The fee is a $15 donation per day. Call (714) 826-3163 for more information.
SHUFFLEBOARD
Five shuffleboard courts are available for play at the Senior Center. The Shuffleboard Club enjoys competition with other senior centers, mobile home parks, etc. League play is on Tuesdays 9am - 11:30am with practice on Thursdays 9am to 11:30am. New members are always welcome.
Community SeniorServ (Nutrition Program)
The Community SeniorServ Nutrition Program is more than just a meal. It gives seniors the opportunity to enjoy a hot, well-balanced, nutritious meal in the company of other seniors. Stop by any morning, Monday through Friday and enjoy an interesting speaker, entertainment, or maybe a special party. Lunch is served at 11:45am for a $2.50 donation. For more information call (714) 826-1930.
TRAVEL
A wide variety of travel opportunities are available with the "Happy Wanderers." Trips range from day trips to longer excursions. Sign-up on Tuesday mornings at the Senior Center. Call (714) 236-3870 for additional information.
VOLUNTEERS
The Buena Park Senior Center has a strong and vital volunteer program. Application and Job Descriptions available at the front desk. Interested and qualified volunteers may register with the R.S.V.P. program of the Volunteer Center of Greater Orange County.
Need more Information?
Persons looking for more information on Senior Food Distribution, Medical Transportation, Affordable Housing, Assisted living facilities and much more - follow this link to the Orange County Office on Aging: www.officeonaging.ocgov.com.