TRIPS &TOURS 2023

FOR AGES 50+

Day Trips & Tours

We define trips and tours that don’t require overnight stays as day trips. All day trips will feature roundtrip transportation from the Concord Senior Center. Payment must be made in full at the time of registration.

Extended Travel

Any trip or tour that requires an overnight stay is considered extended travel. Trip booklets for an extended travel program, with registration details and full itineraries for each destination included, may be picked up at any of the Community Centers.

How To Participate

Read the description of the travel program. Determine if the mobility rating is appropriate for your physical fitness level and health. Register for a program online, in-person or over-the-phone with our registration staff at any of the Community Centers.

Transportation

Roundtrip transportation from the Concord Senior Center will be provided either on a commercial motor coach or in a passenger van.

Travel Safely

To maintain a safe travel environment, the City will follow the latest health guidelines and protocols set by the local and state public health departments. Contact the Program Coordinator for further clarification.

Extended Trips

Searching for your next adventure? Enjoy the freedom of travel without the stress of planning with our hassle-free extended travel packages. Explore “Nova Scotia & the Canadian Maritimes” or “Cherry Blossom Time in our Nation’s Capital” or the “Jewels of the Rhine.”

Learn more about our extended travel opportunities by visiting the Concord Senior Center today!

Sold Out & Waitlist

If a trip is sold out, a waitlist will be formed. If there’s a cancellation, registration staff will contact persons on the waitlist registration staff will contact persons on the waitlist on a first-come, first served basis.

Trip Minimums

Travel programs may need to be cancelled in advance if trip minimums are not met in advance. Help us spread the word about upcoming trips to avoid potential cancellations.

Cancellations & Refunds

As a result of passenger minimums and prepaid deposits, refunds will not be permitted within 30 days of a trip. Refunds and withdrawals will be subject to a $5 cancellation fee. Trips are rain or shine.

Mobility Levels

It’s important to note that each person’s mobility can vary widely, and these ratings are intended to provide a general guideline for mobility levels of day trips.

Mobility Levels For Day Trips

Level 1: Easy

This rating is suitable for seniors who have limited mobility, use a wheelchair, or use a walker. Walkable destinations in this category include places that have flat terrain, easy-to-navigate paths, and minimal obstacles.

Level 2: Moderate

This rating is suitable for seniors who are mobile but may need occasional rest breaks. Walkable destinations in this category include places with some inclines or stairs but still offer easy-to-navigate paths and seating areas.

Level 3: Strenuous

This rating is suitable for seniors who are active and enjoy a good workout. Walkable destinations in this category include places with steep inclines, uneven terrain, and long distances.

Protecting Yourself Against Financial Fraud

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Medicare Simplified

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Free Cellular Service

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Ages: 18+ ● Speaker: Ali Stoddard, Green Alley CBD

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Phone Apps 101

Ages: 50+ ● Speaker: One Medical

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

● 10-11a.m. ● 122062

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Concord Senior Center

2727 Parkside Circle, Garden Room B

Various Thursdays ● FREE!

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Ages: 50+ ● Speaker: One Medical

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Ages: 50+ ● Speaker: One Medical and a Medicare

Specialist

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