Senior Activities | City of Wooster Ohio

Age 50+ Fitness Center

Open Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

DAILY DROP IN ACTIVITIES

The following activities for people 50+ many of which are free of charge and are held at the Community Center. The regular participants would like to invite anyone interested to join them for these exciting activities. If you would like to get out and meet great people, enjoy an old favorite or learn a new hobby, drop in and check these out!

Upcoming Programs

Ebook Essentials: Connecting with Libby & Hoopla

Tuesdays, January 14, February 11, March 11, April 8, and May 13 at 11:00 – 12:30 PM

Stop by and get one-on-one help connecting free to the eBooks from Libby or Hoopla. In the Senior Lounge at the Wooster Recreation and Community Center located at 241 S. Bever St., Wooster.

Unwind and Color

Mondays, January 27, February 24, March 24, April 28, and at 11:00 – 12:30 PM

Seniors! Spend a relaxing hour coloring. We will provide coloring pages and pencils. In the Senior Lounge at the Wooster Recreation and Community Center located at 241 S. Bever St., Wooster.

Senior Hiking Program

HIKES WILL RESUME April 2025

Adults ages 50 and older join us for hiking at Wooster Memorial Park On Fridays at 1:00pm! Hikes will begin at Wooster Memorial Park (5197 Silver Rd.) at various entrances (see list and map below.)

Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, bring a water bottle and mosquito spray is recommended. The hike begins promptly at 1pm so please plan on being early so that you don't get left behind.

We ask that you pre-register so we know how many people to expect and we do not leave anyone behind. To pre-register up until the day of the walk, ask questions or for more information please call 330-263-5207.

SENIOR STROLL PROGRAM

STROLLS WILL RESUME April 2025

Seniors ages 50 & older, join us for a stroll on the paved path at Kinney Trail. Meet at the parking lot to the right at 2534 Burbank Rd. Please bring a water bottle & wear comfortable shoes. Participation is free, but we ask that you pre-register so we know how many people to expect. Call (330) 263-5207 to register or if you have any questions.

Meals On Wheels

Meals on Wheels delivers nutritious, freshly made meals right to your doorstep. The service is an ideal choice for seniors, people with disabilities, and individuals recently released from the hospital.

Meals on Wheels is located in our building, The Wooster Community Center- 241 S. Bever St. Wooster

How to Get Started

Getting nutritious, delicious Meals on Wheels is easy! Simply contact us at 330-515-5605 or referrals@vantageaging.org to let us know you are interested. Or, fill out this online form.

FAQ's

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What are the hours at the Community Center?

Monday thru Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. We are closed every Saturday, Sunday and major holidays.

What methods of payment do you accept?

Community Center

Cash, Check, Credit Card & Money Order

Directions to the Wooster Community Center.

Located at 241 S Bever St, Wooster, OH 44691.

Do you need to purchase a membership to the Wooster Community Center in order to participate in its activities and events?

There are no memberships to the Wooster Community Center. You pay for what you would like to do. Some activities are free to those who are 50 and older. Please see our brochure for details.

How do I purchase a Fitness Room Membership?

The Fitness Room is for adults 50 and older. Before purchasing a membership, one must sign up for a fitness room orientation. After the orientation, one may purchase a monthly or yearly membership.

Resident - $12 month or $75 year

Non-Resident - $14 month or $85 year

How old do you have to be to participate in the Older Adult activities?

50 and up