"The Lowell Center strives to enhance the quality of life for adults, age 50 and older, and promote positive attitudes toward aging." We are accredited by the Wisconsin Association of Senior Centers. We provide Arts & Crafts, Fine Arts & Culture, Recreation & Social Activities, Cards & Games, Health & Fitness, and Personal Enrichment & Support Services. What can you tell me about the Lowell Center
? The Lowell Center is a Senior Center, designed specifically for those aged 50 or older. The Center offers social, recreational, educational and health promotion programs.
2. Is there an age requirement to participate in Lowell Center activities? The Lowell Center’s programs and activities are open to those aged 50 or older. On occasion, some events, trips, etc. are open to the public without an age restriction and would be specifically advertised that way.
3. What are the Lowell Center’s hours? The Lowell Center is open from 8:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and from 12:45 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
4. What are the Centralia Center’s hours? The Centralia Center’s doors open at 7 a.m. and close at 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Centralia Center is a city owned building and is open to the public.
5. Are there places to walk for exercise in the Centralia Center? In the Centralia Center there is a blue cushioned walking path, designed to be easier on the joints. Approximately 13 laps around the path equals one mile. For a longer trek, walkers may choose to extend their path into the mall, which is attached to the Centralia Center.
6. When did the Lowell Center move to the Centralia Center building? In December 2003. Prior to this location, we were housed in the old Lowell School.
7. What is the Senior Resource Center? The Senior Resource Center consists of three agencies -- The Lowell Center, the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin, and Park Place Adult Day Services. Each agency is designed to provide services for the senior population and often serve the same or similar clients.
8. Are tours of the building provided? Yes, tours are provided upon request.
9. Is membership in the Association required to participate in Lowell Center activities? No. Membership is not required to participate in programs.
10. What is the structure of the Lowell Center and how are you funded? The Lowell Senior Center is a department of the City of Wisconsin Rapids. The City provides funding for the building, staff salaries, training, administrative supplies, and postage.
11. How can I find out what’s going on at the Lowell Center? The Lowell Center publishes a monthly newsletter called the “Lowell Life.”
The newsletter highlights our programs and events, along with providing a
monthly program calendar. An article highlighting center activities and events appears in the Senior
Living Section of the Daily Tribune the first Saturday of each month. The Daily Tribune, and Public Access Channel 3 advertise our daily
programs. Other options include:
o Calling 715-421-1051 to ask for the day’s program schedule. o Stopping into the center and picking up a newsletter. o Checking out the program calendar posted on the bulletin board
o Stopping by to inquire at the Volunteer Reception desk. The Lowell Center’s information can also be accessed by going to the City of
Wisconsin Rapids website at: http://www.wirapids.org/ (under the
“Government” tab, select “Lowell Senior Center.”
12. Can I have the newsletter mailed to me and what is the cost? Yes, simply provide a mailing address and a newsletter subscription fee. The
cost is $12.00, but is subject to change as postage rates increase.
13. How long is the newsletter subscription good for? The newsletter subscription is good for one year from the date purchased.
14. What types of activities does the Lowell Center offer? a. Social, recreational and educational programs, including, but not limited to:
Book Club, Card Workshop, Computer Tutoring, Dominoes, Golden Brushes
Art Class, Mah-jongg, Made-By-Hand, Silver Belles & Beaus Chorus,
Senior Sing Along, Billiards, Bingo, Bunco, Wii Bowling League, a Writing
Class and more! b. Health programs such as: The Arthritis Exercise, Senior Exercise, Blood Pressure Screening, Tai Chi, Resistance Chairs, Wii Bowling League, Line Dance, and
Foot Clinic. c. Card Games: Hand ‘n Foot, Sheepshead, 500, Bridge, Mixed Cards and
Cribbage. d. Special Events and Activities: Dances, Sunday Openings, Volunteer Recognition, Game Day, AARP Tax Aide Program, and
more! e. Volunteer Opportunities: There are many volunteer opportunities at the
Lowell Center. If you are interested in volunteer opportunities, please call
715-422-2783. Or for a complete listing, visit the Volunteer Solutions Website at http://www.volunteerinnerwisc.org, and go to “Agencies” and choose
“Lowell Center.”
f. Trips: The Lowell Center offers monthly bus trips. If you are interested,
please call 715-421-1051 for more information.
15. What is the Lowell Center’s cancellation policy on trips? If you cancel within 45 days or less of the trip date AND we (or you) fill your vacancy, 100% of your payment will be refunded. If we (or you) cannot fill your vacancy, you will not be refunded. If you cancel more than 45 days in advance of the trip date AND we (or you) fill your vacancy, 100% of your payment will be refunded. If we (or you) cannot fill your vacancy, you will not be refunded.
16. How can I sign up for Computer lessons? Computer tutoring is provided by Lowell Center volunteers on an appointment basis and classroom atmosphere. Please call 715-421-1051 to set up an appointment.
17. What is the Lowell Center Book Club? The Book Club meets once a month, except during the summer. The group discussion leader decides the book title, and copies are obtained and checked out by the Lowell Center to interested parties. At a monthly meeting, the group discussion leader assists the group in reviewing and interpreting the book. There is no cost to participate in the book club.
18. When is Bingo offered? Cash Bingo is offered twice monthly, on the first and third Thursday of each month and occasionally during Sunday openings as advertised.
19. What does it cost to play Cash Bingo? The cost is $1.00 per card, with a 2-card limit per person.
20. Who can I call if I have any questions about the Lowell Center? Call the Volunteer Reception Desk at 715-421-1051. The volunteer will answer any questions or direct you to someone who can assist you further.
