Senior Times Central

09/12/2026

Something to add to your calendar.

🌻 SENIOR DAY AT THE FARMERS MARKET! 🌻

Join us next Wednesday, September 16 from 9AM–1PM at Festival Market Square for a morning made for our senior community! 💙

🎶 Live music
🥕 Fresh produce & local vendors
🤝 Senior community resources
🚗 Validated parking for ages 55+
💳 SNAP, Senior Project Fresh & Double Up Food Bucks accepted!
🥕 Double Up Food Bucks: SNAP shoppers can receive up to a $50 match on eligible fresh fruits & vegetables!

The first 20 shoppers will receive a FREE BCFM tote bag! 🛍

📅 Wednesday, September 16
⏰ 9AM-1PM
📍 Festival Market Square

09/11/2026

Fun in Marshall.

We hope you can join us next week! We have several activities for you to enjoy.

Here are just a few you can check out:

-Make new connections at Social Lunch, Monday-Friday at 12:00 pm

-Join in on the fun and games with Yahtzee on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:00 am

-Join us for our Patriotic Party on Friday September 18 at 4:00 pm

Our hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday- Friday

09/11/2026

Another caregiver tool.

A comprehensive 324-page guide to Caregiver and Veteran Directed Care functional assessments, medical documentation, appeals, and caregiver planning.

09/09/2026

New day and time! The SHARE Center serves roughly 200 veterans each year and we are so excited to announce a new and improved support group for them and others who are experiencing PTSD. Leading these groups will be experienced Veteran Navigator and Peer Support Specialist, Ron Henson and VA Vocational and Rehabilitation Specialist, Dwayne Kelly. We could not ask for better facilitators. Please help us spread the word.

09/09/2026

Another way to support our community.

In recognition of 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, Milestone Senior Services and our AmeriCorps Seniors Programs are organizing a care-package fundraiser in collaboration with Loaves & Fishes to support individuals and families in our community. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a positive difference while honoring the legacy of September 11 through service to others.

We are collecting the following items for donations:
-Toiletries & Personal Care Items
-Toothbrush & Toothpaste
-Soap, Shampoo & lotions
-Feminine Hygiene Products
-Other personal care essentials

The donation drive is running from September 7th-18th during business hours at Milestone Senior Services - 918 Jasper St, Kalamazoo, MI 49001.

09/09/2026

Millage programs available in Calhoun County.

💬 Adult Day Care isn’t just for seniors—it’s for the whole family.
Thanks to the Senior Millage, places like Marian E. Burch Adult Day Care provide medical support, activities, and friendships for seniors with physical or mental challenges. Meanwhile, caregivers get peace of mind and time to recharge.
📞 Learn more at 269-962-1750 or visit ccmcf.com

For more information about other services the Senior Millage funds, go to calhouncountymi.gov/seniors

09/09/2026

Fun coming in Marshall.

09/03/2026

Dancing!

Connect, Dance & Donate 🎶💃🕺
Are you 45+ and looking for a fun way to connect with others in the community?
Join us for Connect, Dance & Donate at Trinity Neighborhood Center!
📍 Location: 10 W. Bidwell Street, Battle Creek, MI 49015
🎵 Enjoy great music, dancing, or simply relax and listen to your favorite tunes.
🥤 Snacks and refreshments will be provided.
🤝 Meet new friends and build community while supporting a great cause!
Admission: Please bring a monetary donation or 2 Non-Perishable food items from the list below:
🥫 Canned Meat-any kind
🧀 Mac & Cheese
🍚 Rice
🍜 Noodles
🧂 Condiments
🥣 Oatmeal
🥞 Pancake Mix

Please check expiration dates before donating.
Your donations will help support neighbors in our community while you enjoy an afternoon of music, fellowship, and fun.
For more information, visit www.tcdibc.org or call 269-962-4900.
We can't wait to see you there—come connect, dance, and donate!