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​​YOUR BEST YEARS START HERE​

​​​​​The Human Services Department (HSD) Senior Programs operates 

15 senior centers throughout the City of Phoenix for adults ages 18 and older. 

​Each center is dedicated to providing participants with a variety of leisure and recreational 

activities in a safe and supportive environment.​​​​​​​​​​


  


​Programs and Activities: 

  • Recreation​ and Games

  • Social Activities

  • Fitness Programs

  • Fine Arts Programs

  • Day Trips

  • Volunteer Opportunities

  • Health Presentations

  • Special Events

  • Tax Assistance

  • Arts and Crafts

  • Casework Assistance / Referrals



​Transportation Program

The City of Phoenix provides affordable transportation for eligible residents who wish to travel from their home to the nearest senior center within Phoenix city limits. 

  • Participants must be 60 years or older or have a disability to qualify

  • Only active paid members may use the Senior Center Shuttle Program

  • Participants schedule service with an approved taxi provider

  • Participants receive a fare card and must present the fare card to get a ride

  • There is a $1 fee per ride, $2 fee for round trip

  • Participants must cancel prescheduled trips in advance

  • Replacement cards are subject to a $5 replacement fee and may take up to two weeks to receive

Other Alternative Transportation Programs


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Daily Meals 

Enjoy a healthy affordable meal at daily at one of our senior center's dining halls.

  • Monday-Friday

  • Lunch (Contact your senior center calendar for times)

  • Please make reservation 3 days in advance.  ​

  • Meal Cost

    • Members Suggested Contribution: $2.50​

    • ​Guests/Non-member: $5

There is no charge for meals for individuals age 60 years or older or disabled adults. We encourage contributions to help fund and maintain the meal program.  ​

Senior Center​ Menu​


Hours: 

Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Closed on all observed city holidays.

FIND YOUR  SENIOR CENTER TODAY!​

​Senior Center Locations
​Senior Centers Handbook​
Community Resources

​Membership/Registration:

  • Must be 18 years and older

  • Independent with self-care 

  • Personal care attendants are welcome to accompany members to assist them during their visits

  • Annual Membership

    • ​$20 for Phoenix residents

    • $40 for non-residents

  • Some activities and field trips may have additional fees

To register, or for more information on how to join, call 

(602) 262-7379 or visit: phoenix.gov/HumanServices

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Phoenix is a Dementia Friendly City!

Phoenix is the largest city in the nation designated as a Dementia Friendly City! That means the city is dedicated to fostering environments and services to empower those living with dementia to thrive and remain part of the community.

The City of Phoenix senior centers facilitate in-person and virtual Memory Cafés that encourage support and social engage​ment through activities and speakers. 

Memory Cafés​ are a supportive and safe place for individuals and their caregivers to connect with each other and their community.


Click the blue button below to learn more.​

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​Home Delivered Meals

The home delivered meal program is a referral-based program, which prepares and delivers nutritionally-balanced meals ​​to homebound Phoenix residents age 60 years or older or disabled adults. 

To qualify for this program, residents must contact the Area Agency on Aging's Senior Helpline for enrollment.​

Home​ Delivered Meal Menu​


​​Screened Presenter Program

The City of Phoenix is currently accepting applications for those who wish to provide presentations or activities at our senior centers.

Screened Presenter Application & Information


Contact the Human Services Department

200 W. Washington Street, 18th Floor
Phoenix, Arizona 85003
(602) 262-7379 or 7-1-1
phoenix.gov/humanservices​