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Seniors
The Austin Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of programs and services for people 50 years of age and older. Activities include traveling, pursuing old hobbies and learning new ones, socializing with friends, meeting new people, increasing knowledge, becoming and staying physically fit, supplementing income, contributing to the community and much more!
Activity Centers
Traditional recreation activities are offered specifically for seniors at our three senior activity centers listed below. Additionally, the 20 recreation centers and the Dougherty Arts Center offer many programs that are offered for all adults, including seniors.
Conley-Guerrero Senior Activity Center 808 Nile Street, TX 78702
Senior Activity Center – Lamar 2874 Shoal Crest Ave., TX 78705
Ph:512-474-5921 Fax: 512-708-1753
South Austin Senior Activity Center 3911 Manchaca Road., TX 78704
Ph:512-448-0787 Fax: 512-448-9641
Arts and History
The Old Bakery and Emporium operates as a consignment store spotlighting handcrafted gifts and fine art by local artisans 50 years and older with a visitor information center for tourist looking for fun attractions around Austin. In addition to shop, the Old Bakery and Emporium houses a rotating art gallery and history center depicting Austin’s change from a rustic frontier village into a modern, bustling and influential state capital.
Services
Congregate Meal Program The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department welcomes Meals on Wheels and More as our partner for the delivery of congregate meals to recreation and senior activity centers through out Austin. The congregate meals program is open to anyone 60 years of age or older. In addition to lunch, participants share social and recreational activities and receive additional benefits such as nutrition education, health and welfare counseling and information and referral services. The program operates at 6 Parks and Recreation facilities. Download info
Senior Transportation As part of the Austin Parks and Recreation Department's Senior Support Services, Senior Transportation offers several services for older adults in the greater Austin area. By calling 974-1464, we can get you out and about with our services. Our goal is to provide a special system of transportation to enhance quality of life and promote independence for persons 60 years of age or older. Download info
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Contact Info
Phone: 512-974-3903
Fax: 512-978-7663
Physical Address
Senior Programs Administrative Offices
2209 Rosewood Ave
Austin, TX
78702
Mailing Address:
Senior Programs Administrative Offices
2209 Rosewood Ave
Austin, TX
78702
