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The Center for Active Living Everyone is welcome at The Center for Active Living. We used to be the Senior Center of West Seattle.

We are a vibrant social gathering place for our community where people can find friendship, healthy activities and meaningful engagement as they age. We support the physical, mental and emotional health of our community's seniors through a wide range of fun activities, programs and events. The Senior Center is also a gateway to services that many of us need as we get older including meals, counseling and referrals to other critical social services.

💀 Rainbow Bingo went full Día de los Mu***os last week, and our attendees did NOT disappoint! Between the fabulous costu...
10/22/2026

💀 Rainbow Bingo went full Día de los Mu***os last week, and our attendees did NOT disappoint!

Between the fabulous costumes, the Bingo excitement, our amazing host Sylvia, the raffle and the Jell-O shots, it was one lively night. Swipe through the photos to see some of the looks!

If you have your own photos, post them and tag The Center!

Want to join the next one? A handful of tickets remain for our November event. Grab 'em on our website.

The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is gathering community feedback on proposed parking and other changes to...
10/20/2026

The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) is gathering community feedback on proposed parking and other changes to the West Seattle Junction, and they want to hear from the people who live, work and spend time in the neighborhood. That includes you.

The plan includes safety improvements for the Junction, along with new paid parking on some streets starting in 2027. The proposed parking rates are:

8 – 11 a.m.: $1 per hour
11 a.m. – 5 p.m.: $4 per hour
5 – 8 p.m.: $4 per hour

You can read about the plan details on SDOT’s website: seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-programs/programs/parking-program/community-access-and-parking-program/alaska-junction-and-triangle

SDOT is accepting feedback through a community survey. It’s a chance to tell them what the changes mean for you, whether you drive, take the bus, walk or get dropped off at The Center. The survey is open through October 31.

👉 Take the survey here: tinyurl.com/JunctionSDOTsurvey

You can also leave a voicemail for SDOT at 206-684-7229.

Confused about Medicare and Social Security? You're not alone—and we're here to help!Join David Carvalho, a retired Soci...
10/19/2026

Confused about Medicare and Social Security? You're not alone—and we're here to help!

Join David Carvalho, a retired Social Security Claims Specialist, and Anne-Marie Murray, Independent Insurance Producer, for a can't-miss presentation packed with practical strategies to help you navigate it all with confidence. Stick around afterward for a live Q&A — bring your questions!

Late Wednesday Lecture Series:
Medicare & Social Security Strategies
Wednesday, October 21
4 - 5:30 p.m.

RSVP required at the front desk: 206-932-4044
Free for members, $5 for non-members
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Are you curious about The Center for Active Living but have never stepped inside? Step 1: Take a virtual peek hereStep 2...
10/15/2026

Are you curious about The Center for Active Living but have never stepped inside?

Step 1: Take a virtual peek here

Step 2: Stop by for a tour — we welcome visitors any time

Step 3: Join us for the fun!

Become a Westside Friends volunteer! Our Westside Friends program matches older adults with a Center volunteer for ongoi...
10/14/2026

Become a Westside Friends volunteer!

Our Westside Friends program matches older adults with a Center volunteer for ongoing companionship and practical help.

Volunteers do all sorts of things like... chatting over the phone, visiting someone in their home or helping with tasks like grocery shopping or picking up library books.

We can use a few more volunteers to help us meet the need for this important service.

Interested? Ask how to apply at our front desk.

[Pictured: Katie and her two Westside Friends volunteers, Maria and Melissa.]

NEW at Margie’s Café : Pay and Go Bistro! Too busy to cook? We’ve got dinner covered! Margie’s Café at The Center for Ac...
10/13/2026

NEW at Margie’s Café : Pay and Go Bistro!

Too busy to cook? We’ve got dinner covered!

Margie’s Café at The Center for Active Living now offers grab-and-go meals, just like our popular frozen soups. Pick one up from our refrigerated case, take it home and skip the hassle of cooking.

The menu changes week to week — here's a sampling:
🥪 Whole sandwiches
🍝 Fettuccini with red sauce
🍴 Gluten-free meatloaf with mashed potatoes

Purchase your items for $8 each at the Margie’s counter during café hours. After the café closes, you can pay at our front desk downstairs.

Two great programs you won't want to miss coming up on Wednesday: 🚶 Fall Prevention Interactive WorkshopWednesday, Octob...
10/12/2026

Two great programs you won't want to miss coming up on Wednesday:

🚶 Fall Prevention Interactive Workshop
Wednesday, October 14, 1 - 2:30 p.m.
We are excited to welcome back local physical therapist Julia Badding of Sea Pines Physical Therapy for this popular hands-on workshop. Julia will offer live demonstrations, tips, handouts and a Q&A session about preventing falls and how to fall.

🏡 Housing & Aging Workshop: Navigating Your Next Chapter
Wednesday, October 14, 1 - 3 p.m.
Are you or a loved one considering a move or planning for the future? Join us for an informative workshop designed for adults 55+ and their families. Learn practical downsizing strategies, explore housing and care options, understand essential legal documents and gain valuable tax and financial insights to help you avoid costly mistakes. You’ll receive expert guidance to make informed decisions, plan with confidence and gain peace of mind for the road ahead.

RSVP required at the front desk: 206-932-4044
Free for members, $5 for non-members

A heads up to our members that we will be closed on Monday, October 12, for Indigenous Peoples Day.Have a safe weekend, ...
10/09/2026

A heads up to our members that we will be closed on Monday, October 12, for Indigenous Peoples Day.

Have a safe weekend, and we'll see you on Tuesday!

Field trip share! Members of our Board and DEI Committee recently visited the incredible Northwest African American Muse...
10/07/2026

Field trip share! Members of our Board and DEI Committee recently visited the incredible Northwest African American Museum in South Seattle for a day of learning and exploration.

Want to be part of conversations and experiences like this one? Join our DEI Committee!

The Center is hiring: Executive Assistant We are looking for a highly organized, proactive Executive Assistant to suppor...
10/06/2026

The Center is hiring: Executive Assistant

We are looking for a highly organized, proactive Executive Assistant to support our Executive Director and keep our vital work moving forward.

We're looking for someone with:
✅ 5+ years of administrative or executive assistant experience
✅ Experience supporting senior leadership or a Board of Directors (nonprofit/community experience a plus!)
✅ Strong organizational and time-management skills — able to juggle multiple priorities with ease
✅ Supervisory experience
✅ Comfort with budgets, spreadsheets and financial reports
✅ A calm, flexible, professional presence in a busy environment
✅ A patient, respectful approach to working with older adults, staff, board members and volunteers

Details about the position:
- In-office role in the West Seattle Junction
- $65,000–$85,000/year, DOE
- Full-time, Monday–Friday

If you love bringing order to complexity and want your organizational skills to support meaningful community work, we'd love to hear from you!

👉 Learn more here: wscenter.org/about/jobs

Address

4217 SW Oregon Street
Seattle, WA
98116

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12069324044

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