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Senior Centers and Senior Community Services in Arcadia
The San Gabriel valley boasts many senior centers, each offering its senior citizens activities such as free educational webinars, virtual exercise classes, and other support services for seniors to live independently at home.
Arcadia Senior Service Center
Arcadia’s Senior Services Center provides resources and assistance to seniors so that they can live independently at home. If you are 50 years of age or older, Arcadia Senior Services will provide these services free of charge. Senior Services also host free virtual presentations with topics such as sleep disorders, protection from fraud and scams, and even easy to more difficult home modifications. Pre-registration is required to join these free webinars (contact info below).
For more info:
- Arcadia Community Center: Senior Services
- 365 Campus Dr. Arcadia, CA 91007
- 626-574-5130
- View Website
Altadena Senior Center
The Altadena Senior Center provides seniors various activities and services that enhance the lives of seniors to thrive independently and promote community involvement in their local community.
Some of these activities include:
- Monday Arts: Seniors are encouraged to develop their skills in art projects. An instructor assists in sharing techniques. Participants must provide their own art supplies.
- Card Games: Seniors can enjoy playing ‘Progressive Rummy’ card games and challenge each other to victory.
- YWCA Nutrition Program/Home Delivered Meal: Qualifying seniors living at home can enjoy a nutritious meal delivered to the steps of their home.
- Quilting Class: Participants can enjoy learning how to make a quilt from a volunteer instructor.
- Arthritis Class: Seniors suffering from Arthritis can participate in a low-impact exercise class that helps strengthen joints, and muscles to increase strength and reduce joint pain.
Due to Covid-19 some of these programs and classes might be temporarily canceled, to learn more about each program please contact the Center.
For more info:
- Altadena Senior Center
- 560 E Mariposa St, Altadena, CA 91001
- 626-798-0505
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Golden Years Adult Day Healthcare
Golden Years provides an array of services that promotes quicker recovery and healing from various health challenges. The center provides nutritional services to those that have dietary health-related restrictions due to diabetes, kidney failure and liver issues.
For more info:
- Golden Years Adult Day Health Care
- 60 East Live Oak Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91006
- 626-447-0202
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Meals on Wheels Arcadia
Meals on Wheels of Arcadia has served its local community with nutritious and healthy food deliveries for over forty years! The Meals on Wheels delivery program delivers food Monday-Friday. Meal features include vegetables, fruits, sandwiches, beverages, dessert, and certain dietary restrictions can be accommodated such as low sodium and sugar. Seniors living at home in Arcadia can benefit from the Meals on Wheels Program for healthier options rather than frozen store-bought meals that have higher sodium and sugar levels.
For more info:
- Meals on Wheels Arcadia
- 376 W. Huntington Dr. Arcadia CA 91007
- 626-447-2193
Dial-A-Ride Service
The City of Arcadia provides Dial-A-Ride-Service to seniors who need assistance with transportation both in the short-term and long-term. To be eligible for the Dial-A-Ride-Service, seniors will need to submit an application with the required documentation. All Arcadia Dial-A-Ride vans feature comfortable seating and are wheelchair accessible. The city vans will be able to provide transportation within the Arcadia city limits.
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Professional Services for Seniors in Arcadia
COVID-19 Vaccination Program
Vaccinate LA County is offering by appointment only vaccines for LA county residents, age 65 and older. Appointments can be made between 8:00 AM-8:30 PM seven days a week through the phone or the internet. Vaccines are limited to see if you are eligible; find out more through the Los Angeles Public Health website.
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Services for Veterans near Arcadia
VA Hospital – San Gabriel Valley Clinic

The Local San Gabriel Valley VA Clinic offers social work, mental health, women’s health, and laboratory service for US Veterans.
For more info:
- VA Hospital – San Gabriel Valley Clinic
- 7 West Foothill Blvd Suite D, San Gabriel, CA, 91006
- 626-863-2300
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Veterans Legal Institute
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Paying for Home Care in Arcadia
The discussion regarding which resources to allocate at which form of care, at which time, and for which people, are some of the post puzzling for many families. Fortunately, there is help available for those wanting financial guidance for these important and high-trust decisions.
True Freedom Homecare Plans

True Freedom is the only nationwide home care plan, where a senior can ensure their in-home care hours can be used even if they move to another city or state.
True Freedom is a unique financial product where you pay a monthly subscription to have access to a large (1,500-10,000) pool of hours of care. Loving Homecare is an approved provider of the care hours with True Freedom.
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Click below to learn more about True Freedom, and others of the most effective ways to afford senior care.
Pathfinder Senior Consultants
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