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If you are interested in the most current information, joining the Center or registering for a class, please go to amherstcenterforseniorservices.com
Membership
Your membership entitles you to classes, clubs, events, programs and use of our 53,000 square foot facility. Our facility includes an art gallery, the Audubon Cafe, a billiard room, a card room, a gift shop, a library and weight room.
- Town of Amherst residents 55 and older-$30 individual lifetime fee
- Town of Amherst resident couple or household 55 and older-$50 lifetime fee
- Non-Residents-$30 annually
- Non-Resident couple or household 55 and older-$50 annually
- Non-Resident lifetime membership-$100 individual lifetime fee
- Non-Residents lifetime couple membership-$150 lifetime fee
To join the Center online: Go to AmherstCenterforSeniorServices.com/membership-plans.
To join the Center in-person: Stop at the Center Reception Desk and we'll provide you with an application to complete.
Payments can be made by cash, check or credit card. After joining, you will be given an opportunity to sign up for a tour .
Classes
We have over 80 classes offered several times a year. Classes cover many topics: Academic Studies, The Arts, Cards, Dance, Home Arts, Music, Physical Fitness, Yoga, Technology, and many more. We even offer evening classes. Please see Class Catalog for more information. If you need further class information, please contact Cindy Weiss at 636-3055, ext. 3109.
Clubs
There are over 40 member only clubs within the Center. Each Club is led by a fellow member. To join a club, you can either attend a meeting or call the Club Leader. Please see Clubs.
Events
You are never to old (or too young) to take part in activities that can enrich your physical, mental and emotional well-being. The Center offers over 50 special events during any one month at the Center. Please see Network Newsletter for details.
Strict Non Discrimination Policy
At the Amherst Center for Senior Services, we value all members, employees and volunteers as unique individuals, and we welcome the variety of experiences they bring to our organization. As such, we have a strict non-discrimination policy. We believe everyone should be treated equally regardless of race, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, national origin, native language, political beliefs, veteran status, religion, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by law. If you feel that you have been discriminated against, please contact either Brian Bray, Director, or Melissa Abel, Deputy Director, as soon as possible. Every complaint will be appropriately investigated and remain confidential.
The Town of Amherst Center for Senior Services is a human service agency serving the community’s older residents and their families. The Department’s mission is to foster the physical and mental well-being of senior citizens by providing educational and recreational activities, nutritional, health-related, social and support services, and opportunities for volunteerism. The Department is an advocate for senior citizens and seeks to promote and sustain independence or optimal level of well-being.
Senior Services
370 John James Audubon Pkwy
Amherst,
NY
14228
(716)
636-3050
8:30 AM - 4:15 PM (Mon, Wed, Fri)
8:30 AM - 7:30 PM (Tues, Thurs)
Amherst Center For Senior Services
Sponsors
Class Catalog
Nutrition Lunch Program
Clubs at the Senior Center
Social Work Services
Amherst Meals On Wheels
Amherst Generations Foundation
Amherst Senior Transportation Services (ASTS)
Amherst Center for Senior Services
Abel, Melissa
Director
636-3050 ext.
3111
Barillari, Troy
Maintenance
636-3050 ext.
3134
Brackenridge, Susan
Nutrition Site Coordinator
636-3050 ext.
3131
Cassiol, Matthew
Maintenance Supervisor
636-3050 ext.
3135
Jacobs, Tammy
Program Coordinator - Membership
636-3050 ext.
3172
Kelly, Laurie
Senior Clerk Typist
636-3050 ext.
3116
Kwarta, Jodi Lee
Director of Volunteers
636-3050 ext.
3126
Lazarz, Jennifer
Program Leader
636-3050 ext.
3112
LeClair, Nancy
Administration
636-3050 ext.
3173
Muck, Donna
Kitchen
636-3050 ext.
3133
Overton, Sandra
Administration
636-3050 ext.
3120
Papst, Christine
Administration
636-3050 ext.
3114
Sullivan, Jamie
Kitchen
636-3050 ext.
3133
Umphreyville, Amanda
Reception Desk
636-3050 ext.
3051
Weiss, Cynthia
Program Leader- Classes
636-3050 ext.
3109
White, Barbara
Volunteers
636-3050 ext.
3136
Yensan, Christina
Public Relations Coordinator
636-3050 ext.
3122
Zarcone, Elizabeth
Kitchen
636-3050 ext.
3133
Senior Outreach (SOS)
Domres, Linda
Clerk - PT
636-3050
Jones, John
Social Caseworker
636-3050 ext.
3129
Lisiecki, Karen
Project Coordinator
636-3070 ext.
3156
Macadlo, Pamela
Case Manager
636-3070 ext.
3157
Miranda, Lucille
Case Manager
636-3070 ext.
3159
Tomar, Vijaya
Social Case Worker
636-3065 ext.
3165
April Newsletter
April is Financial Literacy Month sponsored by our friends at Elderwood!
Click to view documentPosted on Mar 20, 2023 by the Center for Senior Services.
Senior Services March Network
March is Nutrition Month
Click to view documentPosted on Feb 14, 2023 by the Center for Senior Services.
Amherst Center for Senior Services Club List 2023
The Amherst Center for Senior Services has a Club for everyone!
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