SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — The Saratoga Senior Center’s new space at 290 West Ave in Saratoga Springs was unveiled on Sept. 12 with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Adjacent to the Saratoga Branch of the YMCA, the space covers more than 14,000 square feet, and will allow for increased programming for Seniors in Saratoga County.

The Dake Family and Stewarts Shops made a $3 million charitable gift that will allow the Saratoga Senior Center to co-exist on the Saratoga YMCA campus rent-free for 30 years.

“The seniors in our community are the backbone of what makes Saratoga such a great place to live, raise families and age,” said Lois Celeste, Executive Director. “We offer everything from dinners and trips to art classes, technology assistance, exercise classes, support for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s families, as well as a comfortable community center to socialize, make new friends and stay active. We encourage everyone to come and see what we do, try a new class or take a local or long-distance trip.”

Donations to the Saratoga Senior Center can be made online at saratogaseniorcenter.org/donate or by mailing a check to the center at 290 West Ave. Suite 1, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. For more information about the Saratoga Senior Center or to volunteer visit www.saratogaseniorcenter.org or call (518) 584-1621.

About The Saratoga Senior Center: The Saratoga Senior Center is a non-profit, non-residential community center located in the heart of downtown Saratoga Springs. Adults aged 50 and over can join for only $35 a year and participate in programs, trips & social activities tailored to adults and seniors. Those striving to maintain an independent lifestyle can make new friends, share in a meal, play a game, exercise, take a class or learn a new skill. The social interaction provided at the Center is essential to physical and mental health.
Since 1955 the mission of the Saratoga Senior Center is to empower seniors to achieve and maintain personal independence and individual well-being by providing the program structure and support services necessary for healthy recreation, companionship, social involvement, and problem solving.