| Senior Resources | Older Adult Programs and Services | Activity Schedule |
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INTRODUCTION
The City of Westland's Senior Resources Department develops and implements a comprehensive program designed to address the changing needs of older adults in the community. The center has recently expanded the hours of service. In addition to regular business hours, the Friendship Center is open to residents during the evening Monday through Thursday, and also on Saturday morning. Citizens are WELCOME and encouraged to stop and visit the Friendship Center. Staff members are available to give tours to visitors and supply information regarding programs and services. The Center not only provides recreational activities for the older adult but is also a source of information and referral for programs offered through other organizations specializing in older adult services. |
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About The Friendship Center
The 17,000 sq.ft. Friendship Center is one of Michigan's premier facilities, offering the finest in equipment and amenities:
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Vectra universal machines |
NuStep and aerodyne bikes |
Treadmill and elliptical trainers |
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Computer lab with internet access |
Small conference room |
Pool room |
The Friendship center sponsors several events and celebrations for older adults every year.
Click on the calendar below to view the current events for this month: |
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Annual Friendship Center memberships are January 1 thru December 31. Fees are as Follows:
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Westland Resident Membership $8.00 |
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Non-Resident Full Membership
$22.50 |
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Exercise Room Membership
$25 Resident $40 Non-Resident |
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Two groups of active members participate in governing the Friendship Center's goals, policies and concerns: the Advisory Council and the Commission on Aging
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Advisory Council:
The Advisory Council is a group of selected individuals representing their various groups within the City and the Friendship Center. The council discusses older adult needs, provides feedback from individual groups, and presents issues to the Commission on Aging. The group meets the first Friday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in the Friendship Center conference room. |
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Commission on Aging:
The Commission on Aging is an eleven-person body appointed by the Mayor which advises the department on the needs of older adults. The Commission advises the Senior Resources department in the concerns and needs of older adults. The Commission meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in the Friendship Center conference room. |
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Senior Resources
