SENIOR CENTER The Chanhassen Senior Center is a community engagement facility that offers programs, trips, meals, activities, education, and wellness services for patrons 55 and older. The Senior Center is staffed by one full-time coordinator. 7700 MARKET BOULEVARD NO ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE VOLUNTEERS The Senior Center relies on over 100 volunteers to maintain quality programming. Volunteer coordinators run weekly and monthly groups. Volunteer leaders and commissioners devote time to special events. Local government and non-profit agencies provide free, valuable information and resources during educational outreach and individual meetings with patrons.
BY THE NUMBERS
» 11,072 cumulative participants in 2023 » 6,450 meals delivered to homebound patrons » 795 miles traveled on 15 andventure trips. » 3,482 taking part in trips, parties, classes & programs
» Over 9,000 cups of coffee served » Over 2,680 phone calls fielded
Memorials, sponsorship, & scholarship donations
GRANTS & DONATIONS: $1,732 Total Program Revenue: $52,917
Program & registration fees, room use & supply fees, memorials, sponsorship, scholarship donations, & partnership reimbursement
TOTAL PROGRAM EXPENSES: $41,395 Total Program
Including wages
Operating Expenses: $139,743
TIMELY HELP HIGHLIGHTS Helping patrons with timely resources was a top priority in 2023 as patrons sought out tech help, tax assistance, foot care, and aging in place resources. » Senior Community Services (SCS) provided technology help and workshops on digital safety, streaming services, and managing devices. SCS volunteers gave 25 hours of free individual tech assistance for 47 clients and educational classes drew in 86 attendees . » AARP Volunteers prepared and filed income taxes at no cost for 47 clients . » Age-Well Specialist Pat Lauria presented an in-depth, two-part workshop on aging well in place, financial stability, legal help, right-sizing, and available resources. 78 people were in attendance. » 2023 Medicare changes created an increased need for Foot Care. Partnering with local nurses, we provided 225 low cost, individual foot care sessions marking a 68% increase in services from 2022.
GRANTS & DONATIONS
» Created in 2021, The Martha Walker Memorial Fund provides scholarships for patrons deterred from enjoying fee-based programs and trips due to financial strains. In 2023, $377 in donations allowed 24 patrons to receive partial or full scholarships to participate in programs, classes, and adventure trips. » Local senior housing sites and businesses provide resources and snacks for various programs and events. Annual sponsorship donations totaled $1,355 in addition to supply costs from The Chanhassen Lions Club, Nicolet Bank, and The American Legion Post 580 allowing for free and low-cost programs for all participants.
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