Stepping On

Stepping On is a fall prevention program aimed at teaching participants ways to reduce their risk of falling. It is an evidence based program, designed for older adults, proven to reduce the risk of falls by about 31%. Spring Programs offered at the Emmitsburg and Urbana Senior Centers.

AARP Smart Driver Course

These classes are being offered in partnership with AARP Frederick Chapter 636, Carroll County Bureau of Aging and Frederick County Senior Services Division.

Ask Nurse Steve

Each month Steve Stoyke, LPN, provides a brief overview and answers your questions about a current health topic. He also conducts free blood pressure screenings. Please refer to the centers' monthly calendar for dates and times.
2019 Ask Nurse Steve Topics

Chat with Joy, Maryland Access Point (MAP)

MAP provides information and assistance to area residents. Each month Joy Rowe visits the centers to talk about a specific program or service.  Please refer to the centers' monthly calendar for dates and times.

Medicare & Medigap Workshops

Space is limited! To register, call 301-600-1605.
Workshops are held at the Senior Services Division, 1440 Taney Ave., Frederick, MD 21702
Wednesday, May 8, 9:30 a.m.
Friday, May 17, 12:20 p.m.
Wednesday, June 5, 9:30 a.m.
Friday, June 21, 12:30 p.m.

Veterans Resource & Recognition Day - Wednesday, July 10

 Veterans Resource & Recognition Day:  Exhibitors will share information about services and benefits for individual of all ages who have served in the armed forces, as well as family, caregivers, and others interested in our veterans. In addition, there will be exhibits, speakers, lunch catered by Palmtree Catering, a message center where participants can create a greeting card for a hospitalized veteran, and other activities.

Groceries for Seniors

The Senior Services Division in cooperation with Seeds of Life, Inc. and the Maryland Food Bank offers a monthly food distribution program for eligible seniors on the first Friday of each month at 1:00 p.m. at the Frederick Senior Center.

Day Trips

Flyer: May 2019 Day Trips
Registration Form: April-June 2019 Day Trips

Flyer: July-September 2019 Day Trips
Registration Form: July-September 2019 Day Trips

Please refer to the Senior Center Guidelines, Policies and Procedures for information about reservations, payments, refunds, and participation guidelines.

All new participants must complete a Participant Registration/Information Form.
You may complete and submit this form online or print a copy of the form to complete by hand

Two ways to register for day trips:
  1. At the Senior Services Division’s eStore 24/7 using a Visa card, MasterCard or Discover card.
  2. In person at one of the Frederick County's senior centers, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. 

Congregate Meals

May Menu
June Menu

The purpose of the daily congregate meal program at each senior center is to provide older adults with the opportunity to enjoy a nutritious meal in the company of others in order to promote good health and continued independence.  Food and Friends YouTube Video

• Adults age 60+ (and younger spouses) may make a contribution up to the full cost of the meal. Individuals under 60 may purchase a meal for $5.
• In addition to nutritious meals, participants have access to nutrition and health education, health screenings, and other educational and social opportunities.
• Reservations are required at least 2 business days in advance at all locations.
• Please contact your local senior center for additional information about menus, meal cost, and programs.
• Participants, family,  and friends may purchase meals at the Senior Services Division's eStore.

FriendShip Café 

The FriendShip Cafe at the Frederick Center offers light fare in a friendly atmosphere for all ages.  The cafe is open to seniors and the public.
Wednesday-Friday, 11:00 a.m.-Noon & 12:30 -1:00 p.m.
The menu includes a variety of sandwiches, a soup of the day and salad options.
Cash, check and credit cards are accepted.

Supper Club

Join the Urbana Center for dinner at a local restaurant the first Tuesday evening of each month. Sign-up is required and space is limited. Individual checks.