Every September the National Council on Aging celebrates National Senior Center Month by shining a light on senior centers and showing the nation how vital they are to the health and well-being of a community.

In King County, senior centers support a growing population of older adults by providing essential services such as food and nutrition, cultural and social activities, information and assistance, education opportunities, celebratory events, health and wellness programs, and connection for isolated seniors. The Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy (VSHSL) funds senior centers to serve as recognized resource centers on aging services and to provide support, outreach, connection, and opportunities for social engagement. The renewed VSHSL will reinforce senior services that made a difference during the COVID-19 pandemic, such as support with technology to connect virtually, and meal delivery, and will strengthen and sustain senior center programming to provide social connection.

Please join the Department of Community and Human Services and King County Executive Dow Constantine in celebrating National Senior Center Month by visiting the senior center in your community. View the official proclamation here.