The Friday Five

Welcome to the Friday Five

Your October calendars are here!

October is here, which means spooky season has officially arrived is there anything scarier than finding out you missed something fun at your senior center? The October calendars are packed with opportunities to stay healthy, celebrate, learn something new, enjoy a good meal, and spend time with friends.  Take a look at what’s coming up and make sure you don’t get haunted by the fear of missing out!

Good Health is Always in Season

October is a great time to check in on your health! Several SCS Senior Centers have health-focused events coming up this month:

• Chester: Vaccine Clinic - October 6, 11 am - 1 pm
• Friendship Circle: Health Fair - October 13, 10 am - 1 pm
• Schoolhouse: Vaccine Clinic - October 15, 10 am - 2 pm
• Good Neighbor: Vaccine Clinic - October 15, 11 am - 1 pm

Flu, COVID, pneumonia, RSV, and other vaccines will be available at the appropriate clinics.

Good Neighbor is Celebrates Big!

Good Neighbor Senior Center had plenty to celebrate in September, including a very special milestone: Mrs. Arnel Walton celebrated her 103rd birthday! After enjoying the birthday festivities, Mrs. Walton showed everyone that 103 is no reason to sit still, hitting the dance floor with fellow members Dorothy Jackson and Rose Rush. Talk about celebrating in style!

Grab a Seat: Friendship Circle's October Lunch and Learns

There’s always something interesting on the menu at Friendship Circle! This month’s Lunch & Learn series covers Medicare, wigs, a personal story from Traci, and Breast Cancer Awareness. All programs include a FREE with advance RSVP. Be sure to reserve your spot at least one day ahead!

Schoolhouse Has a Full Plate!

Who doesn’t love a good spaghetti dinner? Join Schoolhouse Center on Thursday, October 15, from 4 - 6 p.m. for spaghetti and meatballs, salad, bread, dessert, and beverages. All for just $20 per person. Sign up by Tuesday, October 13, at the front desk or by calling 610-237-8100. Bring your appetite!

Chester's Women in Healthcare Presentation is Next Week

Chester Senior Center is highlighting women making a difference in healthcare with its Women in Healthcare Presentation on Thursday, October 8, at 11 am. Plan to attend this valuable presentation next week!

Renew your membership today!

Our 2026 Membership Drive continues, and it's always a great time to renew or become a member of an SCS Senior Center and/or our Aging at Home Program!

When you join Senior Community Services, you help support the programs, activities, and welcoming spaces that bring older adults together across Delaware County. Membership helps sustain health and wellness opportunities, educational programming, social events, and meaningful community connections at our centers every day.

A membership also makes a thoughtful gift for a friend, neighbor, or loved one, because community is something worth sharing.

Support Senior Community Services

Your gift to Senior Community Services (SCS) helps promote good health, independence, and a better quality of life for older adults across Delaware County. Please consider making an easy, safe, and secure online donation to help us continue delivering meals, strengthening senior centers, and supporting older adults in our community.

The official registration and financial information for Senior Community Services, Inc. may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling, toll-free, within Pennsylvania 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.