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Department of Elder Affairs

The Department of Elder Affairs/Council on Aging (COA) works to improve and enhance the quality of life for elder residents in Springfield. It advocates, plans, develops, coordinates and provides social services as well as information and referral services for Springfield's elder citizens.

 

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Spring Into Wellness

"Flyer for the 2nd Annual Spring Into Wellness Community Health Fair on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center in Springfield, MA. Event runs from 10:00am to 2:00pm and features healthcare professionals, wellness experts, and community resources. Lunch sponsored by the SHINE Program, available from 12:30pm to 1:30pm. Contact 413‑787‑6785 for more information.

Microsoft Excel Workshop

Computer Skill For Beginners: A Step by Step Learning Guide

Flyer promoting a beginner‑level computer skills class offered by the City of Springfield Department of Elder Affairs. The flyer announces that the course begins Tuesday, May 19, 2026, and takes place every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. It is titled “Computer Skills for Beginners” and presented by instructor Diomaris Gomez in Computer Room 109. The flyer explains that the course teaches essential computer skills such as operating a computer, navigating the desktop, using a mouse and keyboard, working with basic programs, organizing files, using the taskbar, searching for files, and safely browsing the internet. It emphasizes step‑by‑step learning to help beginners build confidence. Registration information instructs participants to stop by the welcome desk or call 413‑787‑6785 for more details.

Father's Day Mocktail

PDF header page for a Father’s Day Mocktail event from the City of Springfield Department of Elder Affairs, featuring the department’s mission statement encouraging older adults to live well through supportive programs and services. The page includes stylized text emphasizing the organization’s commitment to aging well.

Cord Cutting; Take Control of Your TV. & AI (Artificial Intelligence) Discover, Learn, Get Ahead

Flyer from the City of Springfield Department of Elder Affairs featuring the department’s mission statement about helping older adults create their own handbook for aging well through supportive services and programs. The flyer is open to the public and promotes two senior programs led by instructor Frank, presented together on one page. Although the flyer highlights multiple offerings, the visible portion focuses on the department’s branding, mission, and public invitation.

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

Flyer for the Springfield “Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group,” featuring meeting dates in April and May 2026 at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center in Springfield, MA. The flyer lists services such as financial resources, mental health support, school IEP guidance, and legal rights assistance, with registration contact information and illustrations of adults interacting with children

Poetry Open Mic

Flyer for a Poetry Open Mic event at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center in Springfield, MA, scheduled for Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. The flyer invites community members to share original poetry or read favorite poems and highlights that registration is required due to limited space. Contact information and the Department of Elder Affairs branding are included

Ms. Senior Mass Pageant Club

Flyer for a Variety Showcase by the Ms. Massachusetts Senior America Pageant Club on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center, featuring singers, dancing, and comedy, with registration information included.

Relax and Renew

"Flyer for a guided meditation session titled Relax and Renew with Renhie, offered by the City of Springfield Department of Elder Affairs. The flyer promotes a 30‑minute meditation program on Thursday, May 21, 2026 from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center, located at 1476 Roosevelt Ave, Springfield, MA. It highlights the department’s mission to support aging well through services and programs. Registration is required, with sign‑ups available at the Welcome Center or by calling 413‑787‑6785.

Monthly Paint and Sip

Flyer promoting a Monthly Paint and Sip event at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. The flyer describes a creative guided painting session with mocktails held every fourth Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., starting May 22. It highlights that supplies are provided, space is limited, and registration is required in person or by calling the center. The design features decorative text, floral‑style accents, and branding from the City of Springfield Department of Elder Affairs.

Chair Volleyball

Document outlining the core rules for Senior Chair Volleyball, including seating requirements, use of a lightweight beach ball, guidelines on hits per side, no‑spiking rules, serving instructions, court boundaries, and scoring methods. The file provides safety‑focused adaptations for older adult participants and explains common variations used in recreational leagues.

Yoga New Day & Time!

Flyer promoting Chair Yoga at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center, 1476 Roosevelt Avenue in Springfield, MA. The flyer announces a new day and time, beginning February 3, 2026, with classes every Tuesday from 2 PM to 3 PM. It highlights that all abilities are welcome, space is limited, and registration is required by visiting the Welcome Center or calling 413‑787‑6785. The program is supported by the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)

Housing Help Hub

Flyer from the Springfield Department of Elder Affairs Outreach Division promoting the Housing Help Hub program. The event takes place every second Friday of the month, with the June 12, 2026 session scheduled from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM. The flyer lists services offered, including help completing housing applications, searching for available housing online, gathering verifications, and making calls to check application status. It notes that registration is required and provides contact information for Nikki Brookens at 413‑787‑6124

Care, Share and Connect

Informational flyer from the City of Springfield Department of Elder Affairs promoting a Volunteer Orientation for new and current volunteers on May 1, 2026 at 10:00 AM. The flyer includes illustrated diverse community members holding heart icons, details about supporting the Raymond Jordan Senior Center, and a prominent call‑to‑action button reading Become a Volunteer Today.

Healthy Happy Hoops (Monday's)

Flyer advertising Healthy Happy Hoops at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center. The flyer states that participants must bring their own hula hoop and that the class meets on Mondays from 9:00 to 9:45 AM. It encourages those interested in hula hooping for fun and fitness to register at the Welcome Center or by calling 413‑787‑6785. Limited space is available.

Shine - Important Message

Clubhouse Golf

Flyer for the City of Springfield Department of Elder Affairs promoting Clubhouse Indoor Golf, an indoor golf simulator program. The flyer features a large golf ball graphic at the top and an illustrated golf course scene at the bottom. Text announces weekly program times: Tuesdays from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm, Wednesdays from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm, and Thursdays from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Additional text encourages participants to register at the Welcome Center. Decorative elements include golf flags, hills, trees, and a green and cream color palette

Move & Groove with Tracey Thomas

Flyer from the City of Springfield Department of Elder Affairs promoting the Move & Groove Chair Exercise Class held on Mondays at 10:00 AM at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center, 1476 Roosevelt Avenue in Springfield, MA. The flyer includes musical note graphics and illustrations of people exercising. It highlights that the class encourages movement to music and invites participants to register by visiting the Welcome Center or calling 413‑787‑6785. A note at the bottom states that the program is sponsored by the Springfield Department of Elder Affairs and the Council on Aging.

Coffee Hour

Flyer with a retro-style design promoting a Coffee Hour event. The top reads ‘City of Springfield ~ Department of Elder Affairs.’ A large marquee-style sign in the center displays the words ‘Join Us For Coffee Hour.’ To the right of the sign is a cartoon-style walking coffee cup with a smiling face and a straw. A large arrow graphic on the left shows the time ‘10:00–11:00 AM.’ The word ‘FREE’ appears in angled text. The bottom banner lists the location: Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center. A dark brown box at the bottom states that the event is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The background features diagonal rainbow‑colored stripes and decorative stars.

Go Fresh Mobile Market

Flyer announcing the Go Fresh Mobile Farmer’s Market at the Raymond A. Jordan Center, 1476 Roosevelt Ave. The market runs every Wednesday from 12–1 pm during the 2024–2025 winter season. It offers affordable fresh fruits and vegetables and accepts SNAP, HIP, WIC, credit/debit, and farmers market coupons. Supported by regional health and community organizations and operated by WellSpring Harvest Cooperative.

Walk & Strength Class

Flyer for a Walk & Strength program offered by the City of Springfield Department of Elder Affairs. The flyer announces classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:00 PM at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center, located at 1476 Roosevelt Avenue in Springfield, MA. It promotes 30 minutes of seated and standing stretching and strengthening exercises using resistance bands. The background includes images of purple hand weights, a textured exercise ball, and athletic shoes. Contact information is provided for the center’s welcome desk.

Devotional Moments

Flyer advertising Devotional Moments, a prayer and meditation group held on Mondays at 10:30 AM at the Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center at 1476 Roosevelt Avenue in Springfield, MA. The flyer features soft pastel floral illustrations in the background and states that all are welcome. It notes that the group is led by an individual named Geraldine Gladden and includes a brief statement from the Department of Elder Affairs.

Pickle Ball

How to Protect Seniors from AI Scams and Fraud (Artificial intelligence)

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Springfield Department of Elder Affairs link to Facebook page

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https://www.facebook.com/elderaffairsspringfield/?ref=bookmarks

S.H.I.N.E. Needs Volunteers

 BILINGUAL SPANISH COUNSELORS

Flyer seeking bilingual Spanish volunteers for the SHINE Program. The flyer provides a contact number for the SHINE office (413‑750‑2893) and outlines the volunteer commitment: completing the state training course, attending monthly meetings, helping clients for five hours a week, and completing program paperwork. Listed qualifications include having reliable transportation, basic computer knowledge, and availability during the day.

SCSEP Program

Flyer from the Springfield Department of Elder Affairs promoting the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP). It explains that experienced workers age 55 and older can receive paid training while searching for employment. The flyer lists sample training sites such as cafeteria roles, clerical duties, food service, and health service reception. Eligibility requirements include being 55 or older, unemployed, a resident of Hampden or Hampshire County, meeting income limits, being legally authorized to work in the United States, and passing a CORI check. It states that applications are now being accepted and provides a contact number, 413‑787‑6785. It notes that SCSEP is funded by the U.S. Department of Labor and is an equal opportunity program with auxiliary aides available upon request.

Department of Elder Affairs for the City of Springfield, Mass.

Raymond A. Jordan Senior Center

1476 Roosevelt Avenue.
Springfield, MA 01109
Telephone: 413-787-6785

 

 

Page last updated:  Monday, January 6, 2025 08:58 am