Wellness Center for Older Adults

06/19/2026

Do you volunteer with any nonprofit? Or community service? Animal shelter? Child advocate? It can bring out your BEST SELF. Volunteering is a way to give back to the community and that in turn makes you feel better about yourself. The Wellness Center offers a volunteer program called Project Independence and we are in need of more volunteers. The PI volunteers help seniors living in Collin County after they've been released from an inpatient facility, or after a surgery, or even for a day procedure like a cataract surgery. So many of our seniors live isolated and alone and some don't even have a neighbor or friend to call on. If you might be interested, please contact me! It's super rewarding and the clients are SO grateful for the help.
Need more persuasion? Listen to this TED Talk. It says everything that needs to be said about following your passion and volunteering to help others.

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06/09/2026

If you are caregiving to a spouse, parent or a loved one and need some support, give us a call! We offer individual counseling, support groups, and community resources.

05/18/2026

We’re incredibly honored to share that the Wellness Center for Older Adults has been named a finalist in the D CEO 2026 Nonprofit & Corporate Citizenship Awards in the Small Organization of the Year category.

This recognition reflects the heart of our mission: empowering older adults and caregivers to live with dignity, independence, and well-being. Every life touched is made possible by our dedicated team, volunteers, partners, and community supporters.

Thank you for believing in the work we do and in the older adults we serve every day. 💚

05/18/2026

Click here for all you need to know about the new Plano Rides program - and how to sign up!

05/06/2026

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Getting around Plano is now easier for older adults. Beginning today (May 4), Plano Rides, a new on-demand public transportation service for seniors, offers a convenient, affordable travel option for residents ages 65 and older.

This citywide service, with a 1.5-mile buffer beyond Plano’s boundaries, provides curb-to-curb rides when and where they are needed. Whether heading to a doctor’s appointment, the grocery store or visiting friends, riders can book a trip using a mobile app, website or by phone.

Plano Rides is free to try until August 9. Learn more and book your ride at city.ridewithvia.com/plano

04/06/2026

The Wellness Center for Older Adults partners with the Plano West Rotary for many projects. They are a wonderful supporter of our mission and we are happy to help promote this great project they are hosting.

Please consider scheduling an appointment to donate blood on Tuesday, April 14th from 12:00-3:00pm. The Carter Blood Care donation bus will be here in the front parking lot of the Sam Johnson Senior Rec Center located at 401 W. 16th St, Plano 75075.
Scan the QR code below to schedule an appointment. This helps so many in our community are we are grateful for your support!

04/06/2026

To sign up for a seat to this important conversation, click here:
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03/12/2026

This promises to be a fantastic panel discussion with great leaders within our community. We hope you are able to join us at this Plano Chamber of Commerce event.

We’re excited to announce the panel for our 80th Anniversary Leadership Luncheon: Path to Leadership.

This year’s program will feature a panel of long-time Chamber members and Leadership Plano graduates sharing the experiences, lessons, and moments that shaped their leadership journeys and impact on our community.

Panelists:
• Jo Via – Plano Balloon Festival | Leadership Plano Class 6
• Bob Kehr – Kehr Technologies | Leadership Plano Class 36
• Shannah Haley – City of Plano | Leadership Plano Class 32

Moderator:
• Sharon Bradley – Restorative Flo Educational Consulting | Leadership Plano Class 39

Join us as we celebrate 80 years of leadership and hear from leaders who have helped shape Plano’s business community.

April 8, 2026 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at Reflections Venue and Gardens

Register today at https://members.planochamber.org/events/details/80th-anniversary-leadership-luncheon-24787

03/11/2026

We are looking forward to joining the wonderful women of 100 Women of McKinney for their upcoming Spring Social on April 23, and we’d love to see some familiar faces there!

As the Executive Director of The Wellness Center for Older Adults, I’m especially grateful for the support our organization received from 100 Women of McKinney at their last giving event. During the evening, Lee Stark will have the opportunity to share an update on how that generosity is helping us expand programs and support older adults in our community.

If you’ve ever been curious about 100 Women of McKinney or want to learn more about the impact of collective giving, this is a great chance to stop by, connect, and hear what’s ahead for their next giving event.

It’s a free event, and guests are welcome—so bring a friend! I hope you’ll join us for a fun evening of connection and community.

Save the Date, Ladies! April 23, 2026

Join us for our Spring Happy Hour, a fun night to reconnect over light bites and cocktails! We’ll hear an update from The Wellness Center for Older Adults, the winner of our last Giving Event, and share a sneak peek of what’s ahead for 100 Women of McKinney 2026.

✨This event is FREE to attend and everyone is welcome, so bring a friend or two!

📌 Please be on the look for updates and more information every week.

01/26/2026

Due to inclement weather, WCOA will be closed until Wednesday, January 28th.

Thank you for your understanding. Please stay safe out there! ❄️