The Center Charlottesville, VA
  • English Country Dance

    English Country Dance

    Tuesday, January 21, 2025 | 1:00pm-2:00pm

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  • Book Swap

    Book Swap

    Wednesday, January 22, 2025 | 9:00am-4:00pm

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  • Beginning Conversational Spanish

    Beginning Conversational Spanish

    Wednesday, January 22, 2025 | 2:30pm-4:00pm

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  • Stroke Support Group

    Stroke Support Group

    Wednesday, January 22, 2025 | 5:30pm-6:30pm

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  • Cooking Healthy Soups and Stews

    Cooking Healthy Soups and Stews

    Thursday, January 23, 2025 | 10:00am-11:00am

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come + discover the power of healthy aging

Unexpected health benefits abound at The Center! Did you know that live music can be a pain reliever? Or that viewing visual artwork can have an anti-inflammatory effect? Volunteering can lower your blood pressure. Good nutrition or learning a new language can reduce your risk for dementia. Programs at The Center address every dimension of wellness so you can live more years in good health! Check out the full calendar here and subscribe to our weekly e-news to get the latest information delivered right to your inbox.

In Case of Inclement Weather
In Case of Inclement Weather

When snow and ice are in the forecast, we are very mindful of our members', visitors', and staff's safety. Should The Center choose to close or delay opening due to inclement weather, there will be an orange bar at the top of this webpage to alert you. You may also check local closure listings on NBC29 and CBS19.

Get a Preview of a Healthier You!
Get a Preview of a Healthier You!

More years in good health sounds great, but how do you know if The Center is right for you? We offer multiple opportunities each month for new and prospective members to get the full scoop on what The Center offers and how it can improve your wellbeing. Click here to learn more about our free orientations.

News from The Center
News from The Center

Learn more about what's happening at The Center by reading our January/February 2025 newsletter here. Want to advertise with us? Learn more here.

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Thank You To Our Generous Partners!

Investing in the health of older adults benefits our community in myriad ways. Thank you to all of the partners who help us meet our goals.

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Don't Outlive Your Health

Americans are living longer but spending less time in good health, resulting in a healthspan-lifespan gap. The work of The Center is providing and supporting choices that influence healthspan and promote well-being in older age.

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Dementia Friendly

The Center is committed to being understanding and respectful of people living with dementia or cognitive impairment so that they can safely continue to engage in the community. Our goal is to provide supportive options that foster quality of life for the thousands of Central Virginians living with these conditions.