FY26 Proposed Budget

 Community Engagement: With a focus on supporting community groups, cultural centers, equity-based initiatives, and fostering a sense of inclusivity and community for all, we organized 37 classes and/or activities.  Lifelong Learning: This category encompasses vocational/occupational training, sharing personal passions, volunteering, learning new skills, and teaching others. A total of 89 classes and/or activities were offered under this domain.  Additionally, we hosted approximately 37 offsite classes, 23 virtual classes, 29 culturally responsive classes, and 12 classes specifically addressing climate action. Our community services extend beyond the Senior Center itself, reaching out to the surrounding community. In fiscal year 2024, we discontinued our partnerships with the Visiting Nurses Association, Horizons – Meals on Wheels Inc., due to changes in their funding structure and ability to serve the community or offsite locations. We continued our collaboration with TRAIL of Johnson County, providing crucial services for seniors with our in house agency agreement. Notably, our Honoring Your Wishes program facilitated consultations for advanced care planning, while the AARP tax aide served the community through in person appointments. Furthermore, our Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) counselors catered to community members through a combination of virtual, hybrid, and in-person interactions, including in-person consultations, home visits, Zoom meetings, telephone conversations, and various other engagement methods.  The Friends of Senior Center Endowment generously contributed $51,368 during fiscal year 2024, enabling us to sustain and enhance our services.  In support of TRAIL of Johnson County, the Senior Center provided 25 hours per week of operational space throughout fiscal year 2024.  The creation of the Give Back Garden exemplified our commitment to combating social isolation and fostering connections among older adults. This initiative not only facilitated skill development but also yielded over approximately 150 pounds of fresh organic produce or more, which was distributed free of charge to the Simple and Free Pantry at the Senior Center, benefitting both older adults and community members. These achievements and initiatives highlight the Senior Center's dedication to serving older adult residents by promoting wellness, fostering social connections, engaging with the wider community, and facilitating lifelong learning. We remain steadfast in our commitment to providing valuable services and programs to older adults and the community at large.

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