On Monday, September 22 at 9:00 a.m., SWIRCA will Move with the Mayor, as Evansville Mayor Stephanie Terry joins the organization to celebrate National Senior Center Month.
The event, titled “Move with the Mayor,” invites community members to begin their week with coffee and conversation with Mayor Terry, followed by a refreshing one-mile walk down Main Street. Participants will gather at SWIRCA, 16 W. Virginia Street, to connect with neighbors, share their voices, and demonstrate their commitment to healthy, engaged living.
“Evansville is stronger when every voice is heard and every resident has a chance to connect,” said Mayor Stephanie Terry. “Move with the Mayor is a celebration of community spirit, and a reminder that active living and meaningful conversation go hand in hand, especially when we’re honoring our older adults, who are vital contributors to the life of our city.”
The event aligns with National Senior Center Month, a time set aside each September to recognize the impactful work of senior centers nationwide. This year’s theme emphasizes programs that empower older adults to age well in mind, body, and spirit, a mission central to the work SWIRCA leads in the Evansville region.
“Research shows older adults who participate in senior center programs can learn to manage and delay the onset of chronic disease and experience measurable improvements in their physical, emotional, and mental well-being,” said Rhonda Zuber, President of SWIRCA & More.“Today’s Senior Centers are not like the ones in the past; they have evolved into vibrant places where individuals 50+ can find fun and engaging activities, make new friends, explore new opportunities, and discover resources so they may remain healthy and independent.”
SWIRCA’s Activity and Wellness Center is the largest senior center in Indiana, providing a robust slate of wellness programs, educational seminars, and social opportunities that promote active aging and build community connections.
