Programs - Older Adults
– Wichita Falls Transit System (City Bus) –
The Wichita Falls Transit System, Falls Ride, provides public transportation for the City of Wichita Falls and its residents. To track your route download the app: Android/Iphone Click here for the route schedules Click here for the fares Hours of Operation Mon-Fri 6:30 am – 6:00 pm Sat: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Sunday: ClosedROUTE…
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ROUTE DEVIATION PROGRAM, SHEPPARD EXPRESS, STUDENT TRANSIT PROGRAM
50+ Zone
The 50+ Zone is an active adult center operated and programmed by the Wichita Falls Parks & Recreation Department for the use and enjoyment of people 50 & over. The Zone is located on the 2nd floor of the W. F. Recreation Center on the corner of 10th & Indiana. Being able to join the…
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Senior & AdultPrice:
First time visitors are welcome to tour and use the facility, one time at
no charge.
$30 per year membership.Services:
Workout Rooms
Pool Tables
Movies on the Big Screen
BINGO
Karaoke
Dancing
Fitness Classes
Cards & Dominos
Texas Hold’em
Painting
Stained Glass
Computer Classes
Monthly Special Events
Poker & Bridge
Table Tennis, and more.
Abilene Regional Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse, Inc. (ARCADA)
ARCADA serves Wichita County with outreach, screenings, assessments and referrals (OSAR) via the Helen Farabee Clinic Pyramid Center. They provide assistance with chemical dependency issues for individuals and their families, especially those who do not have insurance or a way to pay for treatment. OSAR Services are offered free of charge to individual seeking treatment…
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Screenings
Assessment
Crisis Intervention
Motivational Counseling
Referral Services
Interim Services
Follow-upsActive Older Adult Classes at YMCA
The Wichita Falls YMCA offers six different wellness classes with the active older adult in mind, including SilverSneakers. STRETCH : A relaxing stretch class targeting all major muscle groups. WATER AEROBICS (DOWNTOWN Y INDOOR POOL) : A warm-water class covering the basic principles of exercise, body posture and joint protection. The class will work on…
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Senior- More Info
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Adult Art Classes & Workshops
The Art Council offers adult art classes throughout the year, usually in single-session format. Most classes are multi-level, suitable for beginners through intermediate / advanced. They partner with a number of local art teachers who each provide a unique perspective on the process of creating art. Please call or visit the website to see current…
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AdultAdult Social Dance
Come an learn a variety of dances to include the waltz, two-step, and jitterbug. Workshops differ from month to month so call or visit the website for more details.
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Senior & AdultPrice:
$35/moAdvocacy Down Syndrome Support Group
The Advocacy Down Syndrome Support Group meets monthly at The Rehab Center (North Texas Rehabilitation Center). Last Tuesday of Every Month 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. The support group does not meet in December.
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After Hours Transit (Night Crawler) Program
The After Hours (Night Crawler) is a work to home or home to work service. It will not deviate to take passengers anywhere else other than to work or home. Passengers MUST call ahead to schedule their trip by 3 pm each day. It is a $3.00 charge each trip. Passengers may have to wait…
Al-Anon for Families of Alcoholics
Al-Anon is a fellowship of people who have been affected by the alcohol abuse of a loved one. They meet regularly in small groups to absorb the strength and hope of others who have lived with alcoholism. They learn from the experience of others who have lived in similar situations. Groups meeting in Texas District…
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24/7 Toll Free Meeting Line