Phoenix man got an amazing surprise on Monday to mark his 100th birthday.
Michael Romero, a longtime Pecos Senior Center member, celebrated his 100th birthday with his family and friends joining in the fun! Senior Center staff organized a big event that he could safely watch from his driveway. Surrounded by balloons, Michael watched as friends and family put on a parade to celebrate this milestone day. A total of 20 cars decorated with signs and balloons drove by Michael shouting birthday messages and honking, including two Yellow Cab drivers that faithfully transported Michael and other seniors in the area to the Pecos Senior Center before the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.
City of Phoenix Human Services Department runs 15 senior centers across Phoenix. Senior centers promote healthy aging by giving seniors access to multiple resources available to help them stay active, connected and independent.
​“It is because of residents like Michael that are so invested and active with our centers, that for so many of us, this is more than just a job, it is an extension of our family. We weren't going to miss celebrating this milestone day," said Patricia Contreras, Human Services Program Coordinator.
To learn more about Phoenix's Senior Centers and programs visit, Phoenix.gov/humanservices.
