Our History
The Frenchtown Senior Center was located initially at 2775 Nadeau Road. It was incorporated on October 3, 1977. In February 1979, the new Frenchtown Senior Center located at 2786 Vivian Road opened its door in the Frenchtown Township Recreation Center. The Center is fully equipped and designed with many indoor activities. With 1671 members, the Center welcomes anyone 55 years & older as members and associate members. To achieve its purpose, the Center is organized to create effective relationships among participants, staff, governing bodies, and the community. In 2018, the Center began operating under the assumed name of Frenchtown Center for Active Adults. In cooperation with and support of the Board of Directors, the Staff felt the name change better-reflected individuals using the Center.
As part of our mission in 1998, the Center started Monroe County’s first Adult Day Care program to provide Caregiver respite and a safe, welcoming environment for those with cognitive impairments. In 2008, the Recreation Center was expanded, and the Adult Service program moved into a larger, more private, and secure location. With over 1,630 sq. ft, the program can comfortably accommodate 21 clients and staff. With the continued support of the State of Michigan’s Area Agency 1B, the United of Monroe/Lenawee Counties, the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation, Michigan Health Endowment Fund, the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation, and managed by The Philanthropic Initiative the program is entering its 27th year. Read more about the Dementia Adult Day Service program by clicking here.
An additional milestone was achieved in January 2018 when the Center started its kitchen operation. Before this time, kitchen services were provided by the Living Independent for Everyone (LIFE) agency. With the support of the Monroe County Commission on Aging, funds were secured for equipment and staff. The kitchen staff of three prepares home-style meals and serves an average of 42 individuals per day who are 60 or better.
Our mission
The purpose of the Frenchtown Senior Center is to host and plan programs that encourage the older adult to socialize and participate in activities designed to assist them to live more independent and interdependent lives.
As part of our mission in 1998, the Center started Monroe County’s first Adult Day Care program to provide Caregiver respite and a safe, welcoming environment for those with cognitive impairments. In 2008, the Recreation Center was expanded, and the Adult Service program moved into a larger, more private, and secure location. With over 1,630 sq. ft, the program can comfortably accommodate 21 clients and staff. With the continued support of the State of Michigan’s Area Agency 1B, the United of Monroe/Lenawee Counties, the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation, Michigan Health Endowment Fund, the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation, and managed by The Philanthropic Initiative the program is entering its 27th year. Read more about the Dementia Adult Day Service program by clicking here.
An additional milestone was achieved in January 2018 when the Center started its kitchen operation. Before this time, kitchen services were provided by the Living Independent for Everyone (LIFE) agency. With the support of the Monroe County Commission on Aging, funds were secured for equipment and staff. The kitchen staff of three prepares home-style meals and serves an average of 42 individuals per day who are 60 or better.
Our mission
The purpose of the Frenchtown Senior Center is to host and plan programs that encourage the older adult to socialize and participate in activities designed to assist them to live more independent and interdependent lives.
Facts
Residents Served
We were excited and proud of the fact we served more individuals and provided more hours of service than we anticipated for 2024. We served 1,340 individuals and provided over 63,000 hours of service in 2024 to those 60 years of age and better who were residents of Monroe County. Of course, we did serve younger individuals and out of County individuals since our goal is to provide a welcoming place that benefits the welfare of all citizens in the community. One of our primary objectives is to offer activities and events which promote a positive socialization experience. We do this on many different levels; from our daily activities, exercise opportunities, cultural events the Tuesday $1.00 fun meal and our special events.
We were excited and proud of the fact we served more individuals and provided more hours of service than we anticipated for 2024. We served 1,340 individuals and provided over 63,000 hours of service in 2024 to those 60 years of age and better who were residents of Monroe County. Of course, we did serve younger individuals and out of County individuals since our goal is to provide a welcoming place that benefits the welfare of all citizens in the community. One of our primary objectives is to offer activities and events which promote a positive socialization experience. We do this on many different levels; from our daily activities, exercise opportunities, cultural events the Tuesday $1.00 fun meal and our special events.
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Age of the population served
27% are ages 60 to 69 40.2% are ages 70 to 79 15.8% are ages 80 to 85 11.5% are over 85 |
Gender of the population served
73.3% Female 26.7% Male |
Conveniently located
As the occupant of the Frenchtown Charter Township Recreation Building if you are heading north on Vivian Rd. We are just past the Township Hall. We are only seven (7) minutes north of Downtown Monroe.
As the occupant of the Frenchtown Charter Township Recreation Building if you are heading north on Vivian Rd. We are just past the Township Hall. We are only seven (7) minutes north of Downtown Monroe.
Amenities
In addition to the lovely facility we occupy, you have access to a multitude of outdoor offerings; a beautiful bocce ball court, combination tennis and pickleball courts, a walking trail, a pavilion, and an outside sitting area.
In addition to the lovely facility we occupy, you have access to a multitude of outdoor offerings; a beautiful bocce ball court, combination tennis and pickleball courts, a walking trail, a pavilion, and an outside sitting area.