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Activities:
The Senior Center is open Tuesday and Thursday 12:00 noon until 4:00 p.m.
Activities include cards, lunch, puzzles, and games.
Nutrition Services:
Nutritious noon meals are served on Tuesday and Thursday. Meals on
Wheels are also available for those who cannot travel to the Center for
the noon meal.
Reservations for meals are requested one day in advance, please call
284-6501. A $3.25 per person donation is suggested for individuals
over age 60, $5.00 for persons under age 60.
Fundraising Activities:
Craft sales, Bake sales, Rummage sales, Raffles, and Pancake Breakfasts are
frequently scheduled. Special Stuffed Baked Potatoes with all the
trimmings are served during the Fall Potato Festival and a Chili Feed is
prepared for the annual Christmas Walk.
Wellness Services:
Blood pressure checks and an EyeCare Clinic are held the first Tuesday
of every month. Flu shots
are scheduled every autumn and are given by the Gallatin County Health
Department. Costs for flu shots may be billed to Medicare or
Medicaid. A limited supply of medical equipment such as walkers,
wheel chairs, shower benches, crutches, etc are available to seniors only
on a free basis.
Membership:
Membership
is open to people of all races, creeds, and cultures, age 50 and
older. To become a member, pick up a registration form at the front
desk, fill it out and pay the annual fee of $10.00 per year. The fee
supports the operating budget, is voluntary and activities are open to
members and non-members alike. Members may receive reduced rates for
costly programs as they are added to the activity calendar.
Funds:
The Manhattan Senior Center receives financial support from grants, membership dues, and city and county funds.
Building Rental:
The Manhattan Senior Center offers the building for rent to private parties,
meetings, anniversaries, family or group functions. Call 284-6501
for more information and to schedule reservations.
Links to Computer Sites For Seniors
