The Dennis Center for Active Living (DCAL) in South Dennis, MA, offers a diverse range of programs and services aimed at enhancing the quality of life for residents aged 60 and over, as well as adults with disabilities. These offerings focus on promoting health, social engagement, and overall well-being. (Dennis Center for Active Living: Welcome)

🧘‍♀️ Health & Wellness Programs

• Evergreen Fitness Studios: Equipped with various exercise and rehabilitation equipment, the studios offer monthly orientations by VNA exercise specialists. Membership is $195 annually, with scholarships available for those in need.  (Activities & Fitness Classes | Dennis, MA)

• Fitness & Dance Classes: Participants can engage in classes such as yoga, Zumba Gold, chair Zumba, ballroom dancing, and strength training.  (Activities & Fitness Classes | Dennis, MA)

• Health Services: DCAL provides evidence-based fall prevention programs, memory training, mindfulness sessions, foot care, and hearing clinics.  (About - Dennis Center for Active Living)

🎨 Social & Recreational Activities

• Daily Activities: Regular activities include bridge, mahjong, cribbage, Scrabble, book clubs, and social gatherings like "Tea and Talk."  (Activities & Fitness Classes | Dennis, MA)

• Special Events: DCAL hosts monthly events, field trips, and themed gatherings to foster community engagement.  (About - Dennis Center for Active Living)

• Generations: Music & Movement: This intergenerational program brings together seniors and young children for shared musical experiences, promoting cross-generational connections.  (Dennis Center for Active Living - Cape Cod Children's Place)

🤝 Supportive Services & Outreach

• Golden Age Supportive Day Program: Operating Monday through Wednesday from 9 AM to 3 PM, this program offers a safe and engaging environment for seniors, providing meals, transportation, and activities like arts and crafts, exercise, and music.  (Golden Age Supportive Day Program - Dennis, MA)

• Outreach Services: DCAL assists with SNAP applications, fuel assistance, housing resources, legal aid, and transportation arrangements.  (Outreach Services - Dennis, MA)

• Food Assistance: Services include a mobile food pantry, Meals on Wheels coordination, and an emergency food pantry to support nutritional needs.  (Outreach Services - Dennis, MA)

🧑‍🦳 Caregiver Support

• Caregiver Programs: DCAL offers resources and support for caregivers, including educational seminars and respite care options through programs like the Golden Age Supportive Day Program.  (Golden Age Supportive Day Program - Dennis, MA)

🏛️ Facilities & Amenities

The center boasts a 22,000-square-foot facility featuring a café, salon, thrift shop, commercial kitchen, performance theater, digital learning lab, and outdoor courtyard, all designed to create a welcoming environment for seniors.  (About - Dennis Center for Active Living)

For more information on programs, schedules, or membership, visit the Dennis Center for Active Living website or call (508) 385-5067.