Seniors and Adults with Disabilities

The City provides programming that support independence, safety, health, and active living for seniors. We work with community partners to deliver services that include care management, jobs, training, volunteering, recreation and transportation assistance.

Programs

Transportation Services & Resources

Oakland Paratransit for the Elderly & Disabled (OPED) assists adults with disabilities and seniors with supplemental transportation services.

Get Information and Assistance for Services

Information and Assistance (I&A) Specialists are available at the Senior Centers to connect and refer older adults to resources like housing, food programs, utility assistance, etc.

Case Management Programs for Seniors

Multipurpose Senior Services Program (MSSP) helps frail seniors. The program helps them stay safe and independent in their own homes.

Find Work for Seniors Through the ASSETS Program

The ASSETS Program helps low-income adults age 55 and older find work.

Volunteer for the Foster Grandparent Program

Since 1965, Foster Grandparent volunteers have shared their wisdom and experience with children.

Volunteer for the Senior Companion Program

Since 1974, Senior Companions have provided assistance to adults with physical, emotional or mental health limitations, most of whom are elderly.

Mayor's Commission on Aging

Aging and Adult Services collaboratively with the Mayor's Commission on Aging to address issues that matter to older adults, persons with disabilities and family caregivers.

Stretch & Flex on KTOP- TV10

Stay active while at home with Stretch & Flex with Tricia. This class focuses on exercises to strengthen the body and support better movement function and balance. Stretching and centering breathwork practice is also included to find strength and balance in the mind. This class is suitable for all bodies and abilities.

This class is also offered in-person at the North Oakland and Downtown Oakland Senior Centers and is free to the membership. Become a member today for $12/year!

KTOP Schedule

Senior Centers

All Senior Centers are open for programming Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm.

Downtown Oakland Senior Center (DOSC)
200 Grand Ave
Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 238-3284
DOSC@oaklandca.gov

East Oakland Senior Center (EOSC)
9255 Edes Street
Oakland, CA 94603
(510) 615-5731
EOSC@oaklandca.gov

North Oakland Senior Center (NOSC)
5714 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way
Oakland, CA 94609
(510) 597-5085
NOSC@oaklandca.gov

West Oakland Senior Center (WOSC)
1724 Adeline St
Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 238-7016
WOSC@oaklandca.gov

Membership

Membership is $12 a year - Such a Deal!

If you are 55+, drop-in to your local Senior Center between 9a-2:30p to complete a membership form and provide your membership fee of $12/year. If you would like a tour of the Center or a personalized introduction, call your local Senior Center to set up an appointment. After providing payment, you will receive your key tag and access to MyActiveCenter (MAC), an optional online portal to register for classes. Payment options include: check, money order or cash, we are unable to take cards at this time. Please note, due to Center size, if you are interested in joining the Downtown Oakland Senior Center, appointments are required.

Your Membership Matters! By joining or renewing your membership, you make our programs possible.

Become an Advisory Council Member

We are looking for people to share their innovative ideas and skills in finance, event planning, health care, and more, with the senior community.

Would you like to have a voice to advise about center programming;
Can you attend the monthly Council meetings; and
Are able to volunteer at least ten (10) hours per month.

Consider joining your local Senior Center's Advisory Council.

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