Glastonbury Senior Center Earns Another Accreditation

GLASTONBURY, CT — The Glastonbury Senior Center has earned its re-accreditation from the National Institute of Senior Centers and the National Council on Aging for the 2024 through 2029 term.

The process was completed last month.

It is now is the fourth consecutive term that Glastonbury has achieved the designation.

Through the program, the NISC and NCOA recognize senior centers nationwide that demonstrate leadership, community collaboration, and success across nine operational standards ranging from facility amenities to program planning and administration.

The re-accreditation report acknowledged the Glastonbury Senior Center over several areas:

• Outstanding leadership and commitment to quality programs and services
• Age-friendly community designation and the Town's commitment to working with residents of all ages and abilities
• Wide range of programming, including the Friendship Circle for Early Dementia seniors, Parkinson Mobility Exercise program, newly restructured Self-Select Food Pantry, Monthly Veterans Coffee Hour, extensive Outreach to underserved seniors, and a sound transportation program (Dial-A-Ride)
• Town staff members who are enthusiastic, creative, and engaged with their work with older adults, as well as enthusiastic Commission on Aging members
• A strong volunteer program with ongoing efforts to increase participation