The mission of the Wilmington Senior Center is to provide life-sustaining and life-enriching services, opportunities and partnerships that have a positive impact on the physical, mental and social well-being of older adults, and that contribute to future generations.
Wilmington Senior Center provides programs that respond to critical community needs and help seniors experience healthy and independent aging, manage chronic disease effectively and reduce the economic insecurity that plagues one in three older adults. Our activities include health & wellness classes, arts and cultural programs and outside excursions.
Welcome To Wilmington Senior Center!
Formal Statement from the Board of Directors
Wilmington Senior Center
The Board of Directors of the Wilmington Senior Center wishes to address our community, members, donors, partners, and the public regarding recent challenges the organization has encountered.
Following a thorough review of operations and performance, the Board has made the difficult decision to terminate the employment of the former Executive Director, effective January 21, 2026. This action was taken to safeguard the long-term stability and mission of the organization.
We acknowledge that these events have created uncertainty and disruption, and we take full responsibility for our oversight role. The Board is deeply committed to transparency and accountability as we move forward.
The Wilmington Senior Center remains vitally important to the seniors of Wilmington and surrounding areas. For many years, it has provided essential programs, services, support, and fellowship that enrich lives and foster community. We are resolute in our dedication to continuing and strengthening this work.
Our vision is clear: to restore the organization to full financial health, reinstate operational stability, and ensure it thrives as a trusted resource for generations to come.
A key step in this recovery is securing new, capable leadership. We are actively seeking a qualified Executive Director who can lead fundraising efforts, rebuild operational strength, and repair and renew relationships with our generous donors, supporters, and community partners. Strong leadership will be essential to guiding us through this transition and realizing our shared goals.
We sincerely thank our members, staff, volunteers, and supporters for their patience, loyalty, and continued belief in our mission during this challenging time. Your involvement and encouragement mean everything as we work diligently to emerge stronger.
For any questions or to offer support, please contact Lorraine Bartola, Chair of the Personnel Committee.
The Executive Committee
Board of Directors
Wilmington Senior Center
The WSC Story
The Wilmington Senior Center (WSC) was officially established on July 6, 1956 as the first senior center in Delaware. WSC has a 64-year history serving the City of Wilmington, offering activities and services to the 50+ community. The vision of our founders was fulfilled as hundreds of active seniors were attracted to the center for trips, teas, classes, counseling and card parties. It was during the first 10 years of agency life that we became a full member agency of the United Fund, now the United Way of Delaware.
Today the WSC is thriving, offering even more activities and classes. Our Grandparent and Care Giver Resource Center provides one-to-one assistance, referrals and advocacy. The WSC has been able to remain a thriving part of the City of Wilmington due to the generous support of members and the local community. Thank you to the community, businesses, corporations, foundations and others who have been an integral part of making the Wilmington Senior Center a vital community resource!
Membership Benefits
Lunch
Membership includes freshly prepared, budget friendly, nutritious lunches.
Education
We offer classes and resources on a range of topics exclusively for members.
Fitness
A variety of exercise classes are available, including Jazzercise, Yoga and Pilates.
Memberships are available to anyone 50+ and are not limited to Wilmington or Delaware residents. We welcome members from all around the area. Only $25 per year, or $500 lifetime.
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The Wilmington Senior Center does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.
Click here to see our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
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