Senior Empowerment Program

Seniors working out

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Support for aging with dignity

Our Senior Empowerment Centers are deeply rooted in several local communities, providing a warm and caring place for seniors to partake in a wide range of free activities and services, including fun fitness classes like Line Dancing and Chair Yoga, cultural arts and crafts, health promotion workshops, and illness prevention programs.

\Through community connections and engagement, we assist our seniors in building healthy lifestyles, celebrate holidays and milestones together and build meaningful relationships.

Contact a center today to learn more.

Locations

  • ANGELES MESA CDC

    Angeles Mesa Child Development Center

    2519 W. Vernon Avenue
    Los Angeles, CA 90008
    Near Leimert Park

    Ages: 2 years – 5 years

    Program hours: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM

    Call (323) 295-4280
  • Street view of Union Pacific Avenue with traffic lights, a building on the corner labeled 'Union Pacific Empowerment Center' and 'YWCA Greater Los Angeles,' trees lining the sidewalk, and parked cars along the street.

    Union Pacific Child Development Center

    4315 Union Pacific Avenue
    Los Angeles, CA 90023

    Ages: 6 weeks – 5 years

    Program hours: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM

    Call (323) 415-6057
  • walnut park cdc

    Walnut Park Child Development Center

    7515 Pacific Blvd
    Walnut Park, CA 90255

    Ages: 2 years – 5 years

    Program hours: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM

    Call (213) 516-3575

What we provide

Designed to foster a sense of community, reduce isolation, and enrich lives, our Senior Empowerment Centers offer a friendly and welcoming space to celebrate healthy aging.

Daily classes include line dancing, chair yoga, and bailoterapia (therapeutic dance). We offer learning sessions focused on nutritional, financial, and digital literacy, and social circles such as crochet, jigsaw, and Lotería clubs. Seniors can also contribute to their communities with volunteer opportunities that allow them to use their experience and expertise. Reflecting the diverse backgrounds of our participants, all activities are designed to be culturally responsive.

Connect with your community

As you age, maintaining your independence and enhancing your quality of life become critical goals. Our Senior Empowerment Programs provide you with the tools necessary to promote your overall well-being. Forge new friendships as you embark on the next chapter of your life and enjoy continuing education opportunities that keep you engaged in your community.

Activities for Seniors

  • free breakfast program, free lunch program, for kids

    Arts and craft activities

  • Fitness exercises

    Fitness exercises

  • Special interest clubs

    Special interest clubs

  • Social gatherings

    Social gatherings

  • Field trips

    Field trips

  • Nutrition classes

    Nutrition classes

  • Technology classes

    Technology classes

  • Health and wellness programs

    Health and wellness programs

  • Exercise classes

    Exercise classes

  • Volunteer opportunities

    Volunteer opportunities

  • and tons more!

“Food preparation is a life skill and supports math, science, language, social, emotional, and cognitive development, as well as fine motor skills. Ms. Crystal instructed the students on how to prepare their own parfait for them to eat for an afternoon snack. Children of all ages participated and seemed to love cooking.”

— Early Childhood Education and Development Program Teacher

Senior Meal Program

Our Senior Meal Program* is offered at our Walnut Park and Union Pacific locations, with lunch served Monday through Friday at 11:30 AM. Guests enjoy warm, nutritious meals in a welcoming, community dining setting that encourages connection and helps reduce isolation. This program is part of our broader nutrition services, designed to support healthy, balanced eating as you age.

*Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. There is a suggested donation of $3 per meal for seniors 60 years and older, and $7 per meal for those under 60 years of age (it's optional but appreciated).

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Frequently asked questions

  • Yes. Registration is required. Contact us to learn how to register.

  • Seniors 55 years and older are eligible to participate.

  • No. Our senior empowerment program is completely FREE!

  • Yes. Available only at the Walnut Park and Union Pacific locations. Suggested donations apply but are optional.

    • Walnut Park: Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

    • Union Pacific: Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

    • Angeles Mesa: Monday–Friday | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
      All centers are closed on weekends and holidays.

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