*If you need further help finding a resource, please call the PCOA Helpline at 520-790-7262*
PCOA assumes no responsibility by providing this information. This list is a community service and not an endorsement of any organization listed. We update information annually, however information could change over the course of a year. Please verify directly with the resource.
Listings for Activities for Older Adults / Socialization
Armory Park Senior Center
City of Tucson
220 S. 5th Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 791-4865
Email: TPRD-armory@tucsonaz.govhttp://tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Parks-and-Recreation/Recreation-Centers/Armory-Park-Center
description
PCOA and various dedicated community partners provide meals served at lunch sites to older adults 60 and older. In addition to meals, the center may offer recreational, educational, and healthy living programs. You must register in advance to attend. Call the center manager for more information or to register. You may also visit the individual location website for information regarding all services available.
service area
Tucson
business hours
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. & Saturday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Sunday and Holidays
costs
A suggested donation of $2.00-$3.00 is requested for the Community Lunch Program
Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona
5025 E. Washington St., Ste 106
Phoenix, AZ 85034
(602) 508-8024 | (888) 500-9165 Help Line
Fax: (602) 508-8285Email: info@biaaz.org
description
Established in 1983, the Brain Injury Alliance of Arizona (BIAAZ) is the only statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of adults and children with all types of brain injuries through prevention, advocacy, awareness, and education. We also house the Arizona Brain Health Resource Center, a collection of educational, informational, and neuro-specific resources for brain injury survivors, caregivers, family members, and professionals.
business hours
M - F 9:00 AM -5:00 PM
costs
Services are provided at no cost.
Donna Liggins Recreation Center
City of Tucson
2160 N. 6th Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 791-3247
Email: TPRD-DonnaLiggins@tucsonaz.govhttp://tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Parks-and-Recreation/Recreation-Centers/Donna-R.-Liggins-Center
description
The center may offer recreational, educational, and healthy living programs. You must register in advance to attend. Call the center manager for more information or to register. You may also visit the individual location website for information regarding all services available.
service area
Tucson
business hours
M - Th 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Drexel Heights Community Center
City of Tucson
5220 S. San Joaquin Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85746
(520) 883-4228
http://pima.gov/1273/Drexel-Heights-Community-Centerdescription
Drexel Heights Community Center provides games for older adults.
Tuesday and Thursday
10 a.m. to noon
Come join us at the Drexel Heights Community Center for board games, such as Mahjongg, Scrabble, Yahtzee, Rummy Cube, cards, and more.
Enhance Fitness Class
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Age 55+
Cost $32
Registration is now open.
Call for more information. Register on the Pima County Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation website.
Enhance Fitness is an evidence-based program with years of research backing it, which means it is specifically proven to improve strength and balance, increase flexibility, boost activity levels, improve mood, and help prevent falls.
Enhance Fitness is developed specifically for older adults, with exercises focusing on four key areas important to your health and fitness. Stretching and flexibility, low-impact aerobics, strength training, and balance. You can join us no matter what your level of fitness is now, and we offer seated and standing exercise options.
business hours
M - F 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
El Rio Neighborhood Center
City of Tucson
1390 W. Speedway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85745
(520) 791-4873
Email: TPRD-ElRio@tucsonaz.govhttp://tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Parks-and-Recreation/Recreation-Centers/El-Rio-Center
description
The center may offer recreational, educational, and healthy living programs. You must register in advance to attend. Call the center manager for more information or to register. You may also visit the individual location website for information regarding all services available.
business hours
M - Th 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM, F - 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Weekends Closed
costs
Eskaton Telephone Reassurance
(866) 375-2866 | (916) 878-4725
Email: resources@eskaton.orgdescription
Friendship, connection, and joy are all essential elements of Eskaton’ s Telephone Reassurance Program. Every day,
the program brings together older adults and volunteers
of all ages to share experiences, stories, and laughter
through friendly conversation.
Beyond building meaningful connections, program staff provide
the following services to participants:
• Daily cost-free calls, 365 days a year
• Safety and wellness checks
• Access to resources and education
• Referrals to Eskaton’s social worker
• On-call chaplain for spiritual support
• Access to support groups
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers demonstrate the heart of Eskaton as they nurture friendships and encourage well-being. ... volunteer application. Attending Eskaton’s Volunteer Orientation is required before volunteer service begins. ...
business hours
M-F 8-4:30 PST
costs
Free
Fred Archer Center
City of Tucson
1665 S. La Cholla Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85713
(520) 791-4353
Fax: (520) 791-4140Email: TPRD-archer@tucsonaz.gov
http://tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Parks-and-Recreation/Recreation-Centers/Fred-Archer-Center
description
The center may offer recreational, educational, and healthy living programs. You must register in advance to attend. Call the center manager for more information or to register. You may also visit the individual location website for information regarding all services available.
business hours
M - F 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, S 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Freedom Park Center
5000 E. 29th St.
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 791-4969
Email: TPRD-Freedom@tucsonaz.govhttp://tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Parks-and-Recreation/Recreation-Centers/Freedom-Park-Center
description
PCOA and various dedicated community partners provide meals served at lunch sites to older adults 60 and older. In addition to meals, the center may offer recreational, educational, and healthy living programs. You must register in advance to attend. Call the center manager for more information or to register. You may also visit the individual location website for information regarding all services available.
business hours
M - F 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
costs
A suggested donation of $2.00-$3.00 is requested for the Community Lunch Program.
Green Valley Recreation, Inc.
1070 S. Calle De las Casitas
Green Valley, AZ 85614
(520) 625-3440
Fax: (520) 625-2352Email: hotline@gvrec.org
description
Green Valley Recreation, Inc. (GVR) provides activities through its 13 Recreation Centers, 60+ member Clubs, 6 Fitness Centers, 13 pools and spas, a sauna, classes, trips, tours, movies, concerts, plays, Senior Olympics.
service area
Green Valley
business hours
M - F 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Handmaker Adventure Bus
Handmaker Jewish Services for the Aging
Adult Day Program / Adventure Bus
2221 N. Rosemont Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 547-6007 ext: 7063
Email: asalmon@handmaker.orgdescription
Adventure Bus is an outreach program for high functioning people with early to middle stages of memory loss. The program is held semi-weekly with an on-campus cultural program and a bus trip. The program offers socialization, education, stimulating activities, and visits to local places of interest, while caregivers may have respite.
service area
Tucson
business hours
M - F 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
costs
$110 per program day. There are five 8-week sessions a year. The program is held on Tuesdays.