OLDER ADULT CENTERS
Our seven older adult centers help older adults stay both mentally and physically active through socialization, education and healthy living. In addition to creative activities where older adults can engage in music, art, or dance, members have the opportunity to learn about and use technology, partake in group recreation trips, or attend exercise classes. Our centers have something for everyone, ensuring that each member gets the most out of his or her experience with JCCGCI.
Each center also provides case assistance, helping older adults gain access to needed services, benefits and entitlements they may otherwise be unable to obtain.
We want to give the elderly of our communities a place to congregate and feel valued. While we believe in assisting with foundational needs, such as food and physical health, we know elderly care goes beyond the basics; it’s about maintaining a fulfilling life.
Here are some highlights of programs offered at our centers:
- Health services including blood pressure screenings, brain/memory exercises, diabetes management programs, flu and pneumonia vaccines, mental health awareness and fall prevention training
- Aerobics and Dance
- State of the art computer labs
- Choral groups and music
- A variety of art classes
- Intergenerational programs with local students who meet and perform for our older adults
- Multicultural events (Russian Woman Day, Chinese New Year, Black History month, Puerto Rican Heritage)
- ESL and conversational English classes
- Monthly trips to Broadway shows, concerts, museums, the circus, the aquarium, casinos, parks or the Philharmonic orchestra
We would like to thank our older adult center funders, NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS), NYS State Office for the Aging (SOFA), NYC Department for the Aging (DFTA), NYC Department of Cultural Affairs and the NYC Council.
For further information about JCCGCI’s Older Adult Centers program and to find out which is the right fit for you or your family, call 718-449-5000 ext 2350 or email SeniorCenters@jccgci.org.
Older Adult Centers
(formerly known as senior centers)
Haber House Older Adult Center
3024 W 24th St, Brooklyn, NY 11224
718-372-5775
M-Th: 8:30-4:30, F: 8:30-2:30
Offers classes like Indian dance and African beading that reflect the diverse interests of a wide array of cultures. Also has food pantry available for older adults and accommodates a large concentration of Holocaust survivor attendees. Hosts a specialty Sunday program with entertainment, food and socialization.
Jay Harama Older Adult Center
2600 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11229
718-891-1110
M-Th: 8-4, F: 8-3
An active, lively older adult center that has frequent dance programs, holiday celebrations and monthly birthday parties. Offers high-skilled art classes like Chinese sketching, needlepoint, quilting or crocheting. This center is equipped with a computer lab and also provides English as a second language (ESL) classes.
Marlboro Older Adult Center
2298 W 8th St, Brooklyn, NY 11223
718-373-6161
M-F: 8-4
Popular with a diverse demographic of attendees. Offers excellent food and a wide range of physical activities, arts and crafts and dancing. Staff and older adults are very friendly and welcoming, and celebrate multiple cultures throughout the year.
Coney Island Seaside Innovative Older Adult Center (Previously Surf Solomon Senior Center)
3001 West 37th street, Brooklyn NY 11224
718-449-6363
M-Th: 8:30-4:30, F: 8:30-4
In addition to its regular healthy aging and educational/recreation programs, this “Innovative Older Adult Center” provides supervised programs in partnership with other local organizations. These include YMCA fitness classes, special health lectures through Brooklyn College, and trips to museums, the NY Aquarium, Broadway shows and more. Head to the Boardwalk and the Coney Island Alliance storefront to see ceramic tile murals created by these older adults!
Midwood Older Adult Center
1625 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11230
718-253-0508
M-F: 8-4
Midwood Older Adult Center has a diverse population with participants of all ages. We offer a range of activities that help our members stay healthy and active. This includes live music, dancing, yoga, monthly trips, discussion groups, technology classes, and karaoke parties. We serve fresh, hot Glatt Kosher lunches every day, and distribute weekend meals on Fridays for members.
Marien-Heim Older Adult Center
870 Ocean Parkway, Brooklyn NY 11230
718-438-7771
M-F: 8-4
Marien-Heim Older Adult Center serves fresh, hot, Glatt Kosher meals every day to our members. We offer monthly trips to Broadway shows, museums, shopping centers, or baseball games. At the center, members can enjoy guest lectures, discussion groups, board games, craft activities, ping pong, live music, dancing, and exercise classes.
Kings Highway Older Adult Center
1879 East 3rd Street, Brooklyn NY 11223
929-628-1007
M-Th: 8:30-4:30, F: 8:30-1:30
Newly opened, the Kings Highway Older Adult Center offers programming to enhance the lives of the older adults we serve. We offer classes in art, textured painting, aerobics, strength training, and jewelry making. We also host a Coffee & Games Club, musical sing-a-longs, and discussions about current events and other topics of interest. Glatt kosher lunch is served daily from 12:30pm – 1:30pm.