Empowering Seniors, Enriching Lives - Your support makes a difference!
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Dear Friends,
2024 has been a year of tremendous growth for the Stamford Senior Center (SSC). We are proud to report a 30% increase in the number of seniors we serve. When you walk through our doors on any given morning, the vitality and energy are immediately palpable. In the café, members gather over coffee, exchanging stories and laughter. Just down the hall, you’ll find a lively group enjoying Zumba Gold, dancing to upbeat music, and staying active. Further on, a classroom is filled with eager seniors working to improve their English proficiency—many of whom immigrated to the U.S. later in life. Meanwhile, another group is boarding a bus to take them to NYC, where they will explore the Tiffany Lamp exhibit at the New York Historical Society. The SSC is a place where connections are made and friendships flourish.
As Lisa, one of our members, puts it...
"When I discovered the Stamford Senior Center, my life improved tremendously. The warmth and spirit are infectious, and the activities are incredibly fun. I have made so many friends, and I can talk and laugh with them for hours. Not to mention the strength and better balance I’ve gained through exercise classes and pickleball play. Plus, I’m learning how to play bridge! There’s so much to do at every turn—it’s a true port in the storm."
Our mission at SSC is to empower seniors from all backgrounds to thrive—physically, socially, and emotionally. The benefits of our mission reach beyond the seniors we serve; they ripple through the entire community.
With the rising costs of living, especially food, electricity, and rent, seniors on fixed incomes face mounting challenges. Many struggle just to afford the basics. That’s why our subsidized lunch program, which has seen a 100% increase in participation, is more important than ever. However, federal funding for this vital program has remained stagnant. We cannot sustain this growth without the support of generous donors like you.
We are truly grateful for your continued support and ask you to consider including SSC in your end-of-year giving plans. If it’s been a while since your last visit, we encourage you to stop by and see firsthand how your donations change lives.
On behalf of all the seniors whose lives you’ve enriched, we thank you. Best wishes for a holiday season filled with hope and peace.