Community Center

Our Programs and Services

Transportation:
Two 12-passenger vans (one wheel chair accessible) are used to give rides to seniors and disabled residents of Castleton and surrounding towns. Over 5,000 rides are provided annually. The van operates 8 hours each day, 5 days a week with 24-hour notice to schedule a ride.

Nutrition:
Senior lunches are provided in a group social setting 3 days a week in the dining room at the Community Center. Over 2,400 meals are served annually. The Center also serves as a distribution point for over 4,000 home delivered "meals on wheels" annually.

Health and Fitness:
Our Wellness Program provides a wide variety of programs and activities for seniors. A walking trail was completed in the fall of 2005 offering area residents a 1/3 mile paved surface suitable for wheel chairs that provides an outdoor exercise option for seniors with limited physical mobility.

Wellness classes include Zumba, “Bone Builders”, an osteoporosis prevention class and Movement Medley, a combination of Tai Chi, Yoga and basic strength training, "Healthier Living Workshop" a chronic disease self-management program, and "A Matter of Balance", a falls prevention program.

Social and Recreational Activities:
Regularly scheduled groups include: Writing For Pleasure, dominoes, bingo, and knitters network. A weekly coffee hour provides a relaxed social hour for residents each Friday morning. A monthly pot luck supper brings over 50 members of the community together for an evening of socializing and entertainment.

Education:
In addition to programs on nutrition and other health related topics, we schedule educational programs in a wide range of topics including personal safety issues, legislative concerns and the arts. Introductory computer and internet classes are offered regularly.

Youth Program:
CCS runs a summer day camp program for children 6-11 years of age. Activities include a nutritious breakfast and lunch, swimming at the CSC pool, reading groups, gardening, crafts, games and educational field trips. Full scholarships are available for income eligible children for the four week program. The SCAMP program provides a stimulating summer program that nurtures a child’s physical, social and intellectual development.