For many seniors, the notion of sitting at home in sedentary lifestyles is less than appealing. Consequently, many seniors resort to bingo nights, church activities, or senior clubs. Senior clubs are organizations set up by seniors to provide activities, networking, and other senior-based activities. There may also be meetings. In Atlanta--one America's thriving cities--and the surrounding area, there are diverse group of senior clubs organized by both seniors and senior organizations.
The Seniors Golfers Association of Atlanta is committed--according to its mission statement--to "good golf and fine fellowship." Each month, the group sends out a monthly newsletter to its more than 240 members. The association is currently in its 54th year of existence. Members must be at least 55 years old and membership dues are $25 per year. The club has an "emeritus" membership group that consists of members age 75 or older who have been members for a minimum of five years. The club sponsors an annual tournament with multiple dates in September and October, though the club meets regularly for golfing activity. Banquets and board meetings round out the list of activities throughout the year.
Seniors Golfers Association of Atlanta
Claude Rhen-President
1899 Trumbull Drive
Atlanta, Georgia 30338
770-394-9776
sgaofatlanta.org
The Best Friend Club for Seniors is located just 40 minutes outside of Atlanta. The group meets the second Thursday of every month at the Gwinnett Senior Center. Additionally, the club functions under the auspices of the Gwinnet Senior Center, which it operates under Gwinnett County. Among the activities of the Best Friends Club are arts and crafts, table games, and frequent day trips. There is no membership fee for seniors although some day trips may require small fees. Plus, the club works to provide critical support services to seniors such as meals, home safety services, and health screenings.
Gwinnett Senior Center
P.O. Box 1680
Lawrenceville, Georgia 30046
770-822-8775
fogcss.com
The Parc Communities Club for Seniors emanated from the Park Communities at Buckhead assisted-living center. The center was featured in Forbes October 2009 article chronicling the center's commitment to providing a dream life for its seniors. This dream life is further enhanced by clubs such as the Parc Communities Club which has two directors on staff to manage the club. The directors assist in organizing musical events, art shows, daily trips, and exercise activities for its members. Other activities include bridge and poker nights, movie nights, casino nights, and ice cream socials. Members must be residents of the center.
Parc Communities Club
650 Phipps Blvd.
Atlanta, Georgia 30326
404-442-2701
parccommunities.com
