| Senior Resources | Older Adult Programs and Services | Activity Schedule |
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INTRODUCTION
The City of Westland's Senior Resources Department develops and implements a comprehensive program designed to address the changing needs of older adults in the community. The center has recently expanded the hours of service. In addition to regular business hours, the Friendship Center is open to residents during the evening Monday through Thursday, and also on Saturday morning. Citizens are WELCOME and encouraged to stop and visit the Friendship Center. Staff members are available to give tours to visitors and supply information regarding programs and services. The Center not only provides recreational activities for the older adult but is also a source of information and referral for programs offered through other organizations specializing in older adult services. |
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About The Friendship Center
The 17,000 sq.ft. Friendship Center is one of Michigan's premier facilities, offering the finest in equipment and amenities:
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Vectra universal machines |
NuStep, Rowing, and Elyptical |
Treadmill ,Newstep, and Aerodyne bikes |
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Computer lab with internet access |
Main lobby |
Pool room |
The Friendship center sponsors several events and celebrations for older adults every year.
Click on the calendar below to view the current events for this month: |
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Annual Friendship Center memberships are January 1 thru December 31. Fees are as Follows:
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Westland Resident Membership $12.00 per year |
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Non-Resident Full Membership
$12.00 per year |
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Exercise Room Membership
$25.00 per year |
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Two groups of active members participate in governing the Friendship Center's goals, policies and concerns: the Advisory Council and the Commission on Aging
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Advisory Council:
The Advisory Council is a group of selected individuals representing their various groups within the City and the Friendship Center. The council discusses older adult needs, provides feedback from individual groups, and presents issues to the Commission on Aging. The group meets the fourth Thursday at 10:00 a.m. every other month starting in January. Meetings are heln in the Friendship Center conference room. There will not be a meeting in July. |
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Commission on Aging:
The Commission on Aging is an eleven-person body appointed by the Mayor which advises the department on the needs of older adults. The Commission advises the Senior Resources department in the concerns and needs of older adults. The Commission meets the fourth Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. every other month starting in January. Meetings are held in the Friendship Center conference room. There will not be a meeting in July. |
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Senior Resources
