Seniors
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Senior Services provides year-round opportunities for participation in recreational, social and educational activities, classes and programs. Over 5,000 adults over the age of 55 participate in social, recreational, and educational programs provided by the Town each year. A number of low-cost and free programs and services are provided, which include drop-in social programs.
GOALS Provide a variety of activities and experiences that facilitate lifelong learning, foster human development, promote health and wellness and offer positive recreational and social experiences including classes, workshops and ongoing club programs. Manage the operation of the Senior Center. Distribute the Silver Streak on a bi-monthly basis. Offer Senior Sneaker trips and tours. Implement special events. Coordinate co-sponsored programs with community organizations and neighboring cities to maximize available resources. Provide information and referral services for vital local services of interest to seniors. Offer low-cost and free programs and services including drop-in social programs. Manage the program revenues and expenditures within the established cost recovery plan.
HIGHLIGHTS Recommended 2014/15 program costs are slightly increased as the Senior Center at the Veterans Memorial Building continues to provide opportunities to expand and enhance programs and activities for seniors. Demand associated with the Senior Sneaker Program and Senior Sneaker trips continues to be high. Costs for Contract Classes are increased due to popularity of the Senior Sneaker Program, increased number of trips, and fuel surcharges. The Town will continue to expand its partnerships to offer low cost programs to seniors. Temporary salaries include funding for part-time, temporary staff to assist with program services. Materials and Supplies include $19,750 for event supplies and marketing materials for Lend a Hand, holiday luncheon, softball, bocce ball, Senior Sneakers, silver screen and volunteer recognition; $18,000 postage for Silver Streak, $30,000 for production and print of the Silver Streak. Contracted Services include $41,300 for transportation costs, $2,000 for entertainment and $67,608 for instructor fees. Program Activities include $60,000 for admission charges associated with Senior Sneaker trips. 114
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