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Senior Citizen Center & Senior Program
The Deaf Action Center welcomes citizens 55 and older to the Senior Citizens Program.
The focus of the program is to enable individuals to continue being an integral part of their community, while keeping their dignity and sense of well-being. The goal of Deaf Action Senior Center is to enrich the lives of senior adults.
The Deaf Action Senior Citizens Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed on holidays).
Meal Services
Well-balanced, nutritious lunches are provided through funds of the Title III Program. Menus are planned by a certified nutritionist to insure all meals meet one third of the nutritional requirements, and are both appealing and attractive to senior adults. The meal program offers an opportunity for seniors to share a meal and fellowship with others. (Donations are encouraged.)
Activities, Trips & Special Events
Deaf Action Seniors participate in a variety of activities, trips and special events, creatively designed to meet the ever-changing needs and interests of a growing and active adult population. Activities may include dominoes, bingo, cards, arts and crafts, board and computer games, fellowship, movies with popcorn, picnics, field trips and celebrations for special occasions and holidays. Other planned activities keep our senior adults active. Seminars are scheduled to provide information on topics that are important to today's senior adults. Scheduled speakers visit our center on a regular basis, offering valuable information on health screenings, counseling, diabetic testing, nutrition, education, referral services and more.
Information, Referral & Assistance
Deaf Action Senior Center, through its information and referral services, is equipped to inform senior adults and their family members about various agencies, support groups, medical facilities and many other community resources that are available.
Transportation
Deaf Action Senior Center provides transportation services for seniors who want to participate in the Senior Citizens Program, as well as for activities and for lunch. Seniors must call a day ahead to schedule a ride on the bus. Transportation is provided weekly to the local grocery store and pharmacy. (Contributions are accepted and appreciated for this service.)
Volunteer Information
Volunteer opportunities are available to anyone who can share time, talent and skills on a daily or weekly basis. Volunteers are needed in all programs. Our continuing goal is to recruit volunteers to help in the following areas:
- Classes/Program Activities
- Teaching/Instructors
- Van Drivers
- Office/Clerical
- Phone Assistance
- Newsletter/Desktop Publishing
- Welcoming Friend
Site Council
Responsibilities of the Site Council: To enhance and enrich the quality of life for Senior Citizens who participate in the Deaf Action Senior Citizens Program. The Site Council shall advise and assist staff to help promote health, well-being and independence through recreation, creative activity, support services and all matters relating to the delivery of nutrition and supporting social service.
Our staff is eager to serve our senior citizens by listening to their concerns, encouraging positive thinking and promoting self-esteem. By interacting in all activities, we focus on the needs of the entire group, as well as the needs of each of our seniors.
The Deaf Action Senior Citizens Program relies on a wide variety of support from both the public and private sector. These include:
- Texas Department on Aging
- Dallas Area Agency on Aging
- Department of Assistive & Rehabilitative Services
- The generosity of people like you!
For more information on Deaf Action Senior Citizens Program, email:
seniors@deafactioncentertexas.org
or call
Deaf Action Center at 214.521.0407
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