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Activities and Services for Greater Concord's Older Adults

This list is continually updated; to suggest an addition, please contact the Centennial Senior Center:
P: 603.228.6630, F: 603.226.7574, E: info@centennialseniorcenter.org

211 NH
2-1-1 is an easy to remember telephone number that connects callers, at no cost, to information about critical health and human services available in their community. Phone contact: dial "211"
www.211nh.org

AARP - NH Information Center
Resources for seniors (50+) and volunteer opportunities with AARP.
118 N. Main Street, Concord
224-6095 or aarpconcord@comcast.net
http://www.aarp.org/states/nh/
 
Always an Adventure
Outdoor adventure activities for adults -- including kayaking, hiking, biking, international adventures, and ongoing programs and special activities.
715-2723/848-0345
www.nhalwaysanadventure.com

The Audi - Concord City Auditorium
"The Audi" is the Arts Park of the City of Concord, and hosts over 100 events attended by over 75,000 people each season.  It is owned and operated by the City.
228-2793
www.theaudi.org
 
Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services
Social and long-term supports to adults age 60 and older.
129 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH
800-351-1888
http://www.dhhs.nh.gov/DHHS/BEAS/default.htm

CATCH Neighborhood Housing
Strengthens communities by creating opportunities for permanently affordable, quality housing for people otherwise not served.
79 South State Street, Concord, NH
603-225-8835
www.catchhousing.org
 
Centennial Senior Center
Mission is to promote a community where all seniors are engaged and supported, and have access to diverse opportunities to enhance their overall wellness.  CSC is working collaboratively to create a livable community and develop a multigenerational community center in partnership with the City of Concord and area organizations. 
Physical Address: West Street Ward House, 41 West Street, Concord, NH
603-228-6630
www.centennialseniorcenter.org

Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc.
Commodity Food Program/Community Dining/Concord Area Transit/Educational Seminars/Electric Assistance Program/Exercise Programs/Fuel Assistance/The Fix-It Program/Meals on Wheels/Neighbor Helping Neighbor/NH Mediation Program/Elderly Housing/Senior Community Service Employment Program/Senior Companion Program/Senior Transportation/Wellness Programs
2 Industrial Park Drive, Concord, NH
225-3295
www.bm-cap.org

Community Bridges-Elder Services
Consumer directed personal care services for seniors is a non-medical, hands-on service which may include assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, housekeeping, laundry, transportation, companionship and much, much more.
525 Clinton Street, Bow, NH 03304
226-3212 x 377
www.communitybridgesnh.org

Community Education - Concord School District
Classes on variety of subjects for community members of all ages.
Concord High School
170 Warren Street, Concord, NH
225-0804
www.classesforlife.com

Community Services Council of New Hampshire
Community Care Choices nonmedical In-home personal care, and Beacon Landing adult day program designed specifically for people with memory impairment.
79 Sheep Davis Road, Concord, NH
225-9694
www.cscnh.org

Concord Hospital - Center for Health Promotion
Fitness and wellness programs.
279 Pleasant Street,Concord, NH
230-7300
http://www.concordhospital.org/services/chp.php

Concord Hospital - Volunteer Services Program
Adult volunteer program/Senior Wellness Team
250 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH
227-7000, ext. 3660
http://www.concordhospital.org/patients/services/volunteer.php

Concord Housing Authority
Affordable housing for low-income seniors in Concord and Penacook.
15 Pitman Street, Concord, NH
224-4059
www.concordha.org

Concord Family YMCA
Wellness/fitness programs and volunteer opportunities.
15 N. State Street, Concord, NH
228-9622
http://www.concordymca.org

Concord Public Library
Free access to books, CDs, DVDs, large-print books, programs, and on-line resources (including downloadable audio books) for Concord residents.
45 Green Street, Concord, NH
225-8590
www.onconcord.com/library

Concord Recreation Department Senior Program
Sunset Club, exercise classes, wellness programs, social activities, arts and crafts, etc. 48 Airport Road, Concord, NH
225-8690
www.onconcord.com/recreation/concordv2.asp?siteindx=r10,05,85

Concord Regional Visiting Nurse Association
Home health, hospice, personal home services, senior health clinics, flu clinics.
30 Pillsbury Street, Concord, NH
224-4093 or 800-924-8620
www.crvna.org

Fountain of Youth AquaXercise

Water exercise classes at The Holiday Inn (2 classes per day-- 4 days/week)
219-2872 or lamaroclan@verizon.net
www.thefountainofyouth.vpweb.com

Friends of Forgotten Children
Food pantry, community meals and clothing services to low-income seniors of all ages in Concord and surrounding communities.
224 Bog Road, Concord, NH
753-4801
http://friendsofforgottenchildren.com

The Friends Program
Foster Grandparents Program/Interfaith Caregivers Program/Junior Senior Friends
249 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH
228-1193
www.friendsprogram.org

The Friends Program Merrimack County RSVP

Connection to volunteer opportunities in Merrimack County for people 55 years of age and older.
84 South Main Street, Concord, NH
224-3452
www.friendsprogram.org

Granite State Independent Living
Supporting individuals with disabilities and those who are aging to live independently in their community through a variety of programs and resources.
21 Chenell Drive, Concord, NH
Ph: 228-9680; TTY: 1-888-396-3459
Website: www.gsil.org

Learning Institute at New England College (LINEC)
Non-credit college-level courses to retired adults offered at NEC
428-2000
www.nec.edu/academics/learning-institute-at-nec

Merrimack County Committee on Aging
Merrimack County advocacy group comprised of older adults, service providers and other members of the public that meets to discuss legislation and other issues that affect seniors (3rd Tuesday of every month@ 10:30 am @ Horseshoe Pond Place)
John Sokul - jhsokul@comcast.net
Grace Walker - 226-7289

Merrimack County ServiceLink Resource Center
Information and referral services for seniors, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
2 Industrial Park Drive, Concord, NH
228-6625
www.servicelink.org

NH Bar Association - Pro Bono Program
Free legal assistance for individuals who are 60 or older and who are low-income
2 Pillsbury Street - Suite 300, Concord, NH
224-5387

New Hampshire Legal Assistance
Free legal services to seniors age 60 and over 48 S.
Main Street, Concord, NH
644-5393
www.nhla.org

New Hampshire State Library - Talking Books Program
Lends a wide variety of recorded books and magazines for New Hampshire residents who are physically unable to see, handle or process printed material comfortably. Also available is the equipment to play these books and magazines, as well as special videos.
117 Pleasant Street, Concord,  NH
271-3429 or 800-491-4200
http://www.nh.gov/nhsl/talking_books/index.html

Northeast Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services
Resources for services specific to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community and for information about hearing loss. Also home to NH TEDP which assists individuals who experience difficulties using regular phones be able to obtain phones that can accommodate their needs.
57 Regional Drive, Concord, NH
224-1850 (phone); 224-0691 (TTY); 856-0242 (Fax)
www.ndhhs.org

Osher Life-Long Learning Institute (OLLI)
OLLI is a membership organization that creates and provides intellectually stimulating classes and activities for NH residents 50 and above. Members plan the curriculum (two 8-week sessions annually) and social/brainstorming events in an atmosphere focused on "learning for the Fun of It!"

OLLI at Granite State College, 8 Old Suncook Rd., Concord, NH 03301
513-1377
www.granite.edu/academics/noncredit-and-training/osher-lifelong-learning-institute

Penacook Community Center, Inc.
Opportunities for seniors to socialize and participate in healthy living activities: inside walking group, exercise classes, gentle yoga, shuffleboard, bingo/cribbage games, card parties, group outings, Monday lunches, Red Hatter Chapter.
76 Community Drive, Penacook, NH
753-9700

Racquet Club of Concord
Health and fitness classes for older adults
10 Garvins Falls Road, Concord, NH
224-7787
http://www.rccofconcord.com/seniorfitnessprograms.html

Red River Theatres
Concord's downtown theater -- showing the best current independent and foreign films, classics, documentaries and cult favorites. Matinee showing (with discount tickets) every Tuesday at 2 pm.
11 S. Main Street, Suite L1-1, Concord, NH
224-4600
www.redrivertheatres.org

Riverbend Community Health, Inc.
Elders Program provides services to older adults (60+) who experience emotional difficulties
30 Borough Rd., Suite 2, Penacook, NH
226-7575
www.riverbendcmhc.org/programs/elderservices.php

Site Services for Independent Living
Free programs to help adults age 55 or older with functional vision problems maintain their independence at home and in the community
800/581-6881
www.ed.state.nh.us/education/doe/organization/adultlearning/vr/SSIL.htm

SmartCare - Lutheran Social Services

In-home, non-medical, consumer directed personal care for seniors
261 Sheep Davis Rd., Concord,NH
224-3010
www.lssne.org

TLC Medical Day Care for Adults, Inc.
Adult day care with medical monitoring and medication administration
211 Loudon Rd., Concord,NH
224-8171

United Way of Merrimack County
Connection to volunteer opportunities in Merrimack County for community members of all ages.
46 S. Main Street, Concord, NH
224-2595
www.unitedwymc.orghttp://www.volunteersolutions.org/uwmc/volunteer/

This list is informational only. The Centennial Senior Center is not endorsing any particular program or service.