The Senior Center  is supported by the City of Orange Cove and funded for the meals program by Fresno – Madera Area Agency on Aging.

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Services Provided/Activities:

  • Hot lunch is served Monday through Friday at 11:30am. A $2.00 donation is asked.  Meals must be reserved a day in advance before 11:30am at 626-5109.
  • Senior frozen meals can also be delivered once a week for 7 days, including breakfast and lunch. Senior member must meet eligibility requirement for home delivery.
  • Exercise classes available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 10:30am.
  • Bingo is played Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30a.m.  to 11:15a.m.
  • Tables games are available every day for seniors to enjoy including puzzles, books, a pool table, and more.
  • Health screening and information is provided to senior members.  The nurses visit the center once a month and check. Blood pressure and do important health presentations.

Fees: There are no membership fees to join. There is only a $2.00 donation asked for the hot meals reserved each day.The suggested contribution is $2.00, but if you’re 60 years of age or over, we’re happy to serve you whether or not you choose to donate. All donations are voluntary and confidential. We also invite homebound seniors to contact us to apply for home-delivered meals. The meal program is funded in part through a grant from the Fresno-Madera Area Agency on Aging.

Qualifications: Any senior 60 years or older qualify.  A member’s spouse may become a member as long as one spouse meets the age requirement.

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Senior Center Department

The Senior Center promotes well ness and social activity for seniors through programs such as: crafts, games, dancing, dinner events, lunches, computer education, tax and benefits counseling.

Goals

  • Develop recreational activities, which will provide opportunities for socialization, entertainment, and a sense of belonging.
  • Facilitate independent living through supportive servicesand counseling.
  • Provide opportunities for meaningful volunteer work and community service.
  • Promote the physical and emotional well-being of the elderly.
  • Provide and interpret facts about aging, and the lives of older people in the community.

Contact: Sheri Hendrix
Location: 699 6th Street
Orange Cove, CA 93646
Phone: (559) 626-5109
Hours: 8:30a.m. – 1:30p.m.