Canton's Senior Center Still There For The Community

CANTON, CT — One of the biggest threats to the quality of a senior citizen's life is social isolation, which can negatively impact physical and mental health.

Hence, the reason senior centers play such a vital role in the community, with Canton being no different.

And, thanks to some much-needed tender loving care, the Canton Senior Center at 40 Dyer Ave. is not only looking good aesthetically, it working good for the seniors it serves.

Currently, the town is in the middle of a much-needed facelift at the Canton Community Center, which also houses the Canton Senior Center in addition to the Canton Public Library and Canton Parks and Recreation.

Thanks to American Rescue Plan Act dollars, new floors, walls, and furnishings are coming Canton's way for the Canton Senior Center's main room there.

Meanwhile, volunteers with the Avon-Canton Rotary Club have already rolled up their sleeves and gave the walls near the senior room a fresh coat of paint.

“We wanted to make the place feel more like a living room – comfortable and welcoming for relaxed gatherings, conversation, classes, clubs, and more,” said Kara McConville, senior center coordinator, in a statement.

“We’re adding new furnishings like plush wingback chairs, updated computer stations, new tables and chairs, wall art, and other touches to really make it a special place for our seniors. They deserve it.”

While the renovations are going on, senior programs are also going on.

Those include such staples as the "Canton Senior Café," coffee bar, parties and events as well as a litany of activities, classes, games and trips.

When the work is complete, a "grand reopening" will take place to celebrate the senior center enhancements.

For more information on the Canton Senior Center, call 860-693-5811 or click on this link.