Telephone Numbers and Contact information
Phone #:(515) 573-3429 Kim Gochee, Director
Phone #:
Phone #:
Phone #:
Phone #:
Fax Number:(515) 573-8677' ;

Web Page:  None Listed
E-mail to:   kgocheesctr@dodgenet.com

Program Details:
Operating Agency: Fort Dodge Area Senior Citizen's Center (Governmental)
Person In Charge: Director:Kim Gochee
Hours: 8am-5pm Monday-Friday
Eligibility: Fort Dodge residents 55 years of age and older
Fees: none
Intake Process: none
Program Licenses:
Staff Qualifications:
Service Area: Fort Dodge area
Handicap Accessibility:

Program/Service Notes:
WHO CAN BE A CENTER USER?: The Fort Dodge Area Senior Citizen's Center focuses on support for the senior population of our community. We are a facility where older persons come together, either individually or in groups, for services and activities which encourage involvement in and with the community, while supporting their independence. PARTICIPANTS MAY INCLUDE... *Fort Dodge Area residents who are 55 years and older. *Seniors who are visiting the local area from other communities or states. *Organizations whose services and activities primarily focus on seniors, will be permitted to use the Center if space and maintenance personnel are available. *At times, the public may be allowed to participate in special programs or workshops which are open to the public. ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS: The Senior Center offers year round information and social activities. The coffee is always on, so stop in and chat anytime! ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES may include oil painting, china painting, crochet & knitting classes, computer class, music and exercise. Any requests for special classes and workshops are welcome. SPECIAL INTEREST CLUBS meeting at the Center regularly are the River Valley Woodcarver's Club, a Needlework group, and a Billiards group. There is no charge for these meetings. INFORMATION/HEALTH ACTIVITIES are provided at no charge. Once a month blood pressure checks, blood sugars & cholesterols, nutritional presentations, older driver information, and volunteer coordination. Free tax preparation and free e-filing of taxes. SOCIAL ACTIVITIES are Bingo, Card Bingo, Scrabble, Bridge, Pinochle, 500 card game, "31" card game, Potlucks, and many other activities throughout the month. REGULAR MEETING LOCATION for community organizations which include; Fort Dodge, Duplicate Bridge Club, Disabled American Veterans, and China Painter's Club contact the Center if your group needs a meeting location. Team Diversity, Board Meetings for Elderbridge. Additional Programs Housed at the Senior Center * Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) volunteers 55 years of age and older. * Foster Grandparents Program

This information was last updated on 01/06/2005

This information is provided as is with no guarantee as to the accuracy of the information. Information is considered to be accurate as of the date of the last update, printed above. Community Action Network   may not be held liable for misuse of this information.