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CITY OF HURST

GENERAL FUND COMMUNITY SERVICES 0778 SENIOR SERVICES

MISSION STATEMENT

The Senior Services Division mission is to provide responsive service and effect programs to
ensure Hurst remains a vibrant community.

DIVISION DESCRIPTION

The Senior Services Division is responsible for the planning, promotion, implementation, and
evaluation of a wide variety of senior programs, activities, events and services held at the Hurst
Senior Activities Center.

PRIOR YEAR RESULTS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

 Provided a place for 1,900 members that reflects the experience and skills of senior
citizens, responds to their diverse needs and interests, enhances their dignity, supports
their independence and encourages their involvement in the community.
 Offered on average 211 classes and programs a month including health and fitness
programs, dances, movie programs, special events for the holidays and educational
programs.
 Served a monthly hearty breakfast and a weekly luncheon with a choice of food
selections.
 Continued to add special interest programs including Ageless Grace, Monthly Book
Club, Karaoke and Music, Tai Chi, and multiple types of Yoga.
 Members enjoyed many types of art classes and games including Empty Bowls 2019,
Woodcarving, Mah Jongg, Chair Volleyball, Samba Canasta and Texas Hold ‘Em.

FUTURE INITIATIVES

 Continue to expand the variety of programs to support social interaction, lifelong learning
and leisure interests.
 Continue enhancement of existing programs to meet the Good to Great initiative.

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