Baker Senior Center offers three pillars of wellness

Dr. Jaclynn Faffer President/ CEO

Baker Senior Center Naples (BSCN) is the only comprehensive senior center in the United States. It is also one of 111 senior centers to receive national accreditation from the National Council on Aging. Because of the wide range of programs and services offered, we have begun to develop a paradigm within which to frame what we do. At the end of the day, it is all about “wellness.”

The following are the three pillars of wellness programs and services at BSCN.

No. 1: The Senior Center

Located on our first floor, the Senior Center is where we offer more than 40 diverse programs a week featuring opportunities for physical activity, social engagement and cultural enrichment.

With our many physical fitness and balance enhancing programs we encourage and assist our members so that they can become stronger, healthier and remain independent. Our programs that focus on creativity, intellectual stimulation and social interaction enable our members to stay connected, learn new skills towards the goal of living more active and fulfilling lives.

No. 2: Brookdale Cognitive Health Center

Often emotional wellness becomes a struggle when a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Our 4-hour evidence-based dementia respite groups provide opportunities for individuals in the mid to moderate stages of cognitive decline to be fully engaged in theme-based activities that encourage communication, light physical activity, creativity and engagement. Our caregiver support programs are a vital component for emotional wellness. It is here that we provide guidance, resources and a sense of community for those caring for loved ones.

No. 3: Clinical Services

Geriatric case management is a cornerstone of personalized support, ensuring that seniors receive coordinated and comprehensive assistance, with the goal

being that they can remain in their own homes, aging safely and with dignity. Our licensed clinical social workers provide individual and group counseling, strengthening the emotional wellness of older adults who are struggling with life-cycle issues, such as loss and grief, relationship concerns, and mild anxiety and depression.

For more information about how Baker Senior Center Naples can help you along your journey, please visit our website, BakerSeniorCenterNaples.org or call us at 239-325-4444.