3rd Tuesday of the month | 10 AM - 12 PM | Free

Provided by the City of Hope

 

Elder abuse treatment and support is available to individuals over the age of 60 and their families who seek assistance to overcome elder abuse. Services are offered free of charge and include crisis intervention, counseling and response, case management, financial counseling, legal services, access to medical care, and personal advocacy. Contact Coordinator, Donna Roque at (626) 993-3000 ext. 3368 for more information.

1st & 4th Monday | 10 AM - 12 PM

HICAP provides free and objective information, and counseling about Medicare. Volunteer counselors can help you understand your specific rights and healthcare options. Call the Senior Center to make an appointment.

2nd Wednesday of each month | 1 - 3 PM 

Book your FREE 15-minute consultation with Sara Polinsky, Elder Law Attorney at the front counter. Contact the Duarte Senior Center to book your appointment.

What does Sara cover?
Estate Planning, Living Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Health Care Directive, Probate, Property Title, Medi-Cal Planning for Long Term Care.

4th  Thursday of each month | 9 - 10 AM | Free

Nonperishable food box available with registration of persons 60 years and older.
For more information contact the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank at (323) 234-3030 ext. 178.

Dates are subject to change when close to a holiday. Please call the Senior Center at (626) 357-3513 for information on dates.

If you are 60+ years of age, we invite you to enjoy a hot and nutritious meal Monday - Friday at the Senior Center. Take this opportunity to socialize and make new friends while enjoying a nutritious meal. Hot meal tickets are given on a first come, first serve basis.

Please check in no later than 11:15 AM. Meal service time is at 11:30 AM.

Meals are a $3 suggested donation.

Chair Volleyball

Wednesdays | 12:30  - 1:30 PM | Free

Get active while having fun. Join us for a friendly game of chair volleyball. Space is limited.

Duarte Drummers

Tuesdays | 9 - 10 AM
This innovative workout class is designed to get your hearts racing, have your work on your mobility and rhythm, all while having fun and getting your boogie on!  All equipment will be provided. Preregistration is required. 

*Latin Dance

Thursdays | 1 - 2 PM
Have fun learning Rumba and Bachata with Chris Chu,  who has taught group classes at Star Studio and private lessons at Lailai studio.

*Line Dance

Thursdays | 12 - 1 PM
This exciting class will teach you basic line dancing steps for: Western Cowboy or Country, Swing, and more.  Enjoy line dancing, improve coordination, and enhance memory at the same time.

Low Impact Aerobics

Wednesday and Friday | 9 - 9:45 AM | $2/week
Fitness Center Members: FREE

Enjoy a combination of low impact, cardio and strength training movements to help get your body moving and heart pumping. The instructor's high energy is sure to motivate you to keep coming back for more!   

Pickleball

Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday | 8 – 10 AM
LOCATION: Duarte Park, 1344 Bloomdale Street
Let’s get active! Come try out a game of pickleball. All levels are welcome.

*Slow Flow Yoga

This class consists of “Hatha” yoga postures; poses and stretches to promote fitness. We will do Pranayama, breathing techniques, Acu-Yoga, healing with your own touch, and relaxation for mental and physical health.  For those of you who think you need to be young, thin, fit, and flexible for yoga ... think again. Come join us in this class for “everyday people.’’ A mix of breathing techniques, stretching, body exercises, and meditation will be used in a fun and relaxing atmosphere.

Table Tennis & Billiard Room

The Senior Center has 2 ping pong tables and a billiard table open during hours of operation, 9 AM - 2 PM.

*Tai Qi/Qi Gong

Strengthen and balance the body while calming the mind. Qi is said to come from the air we breathe and the foods we eat, so participants will be introduced to the concept of Food-BasedHealing and efficient breathing. With regular practice increase energy, immunity and metabolic function.

*Click the "Register for Classes button above to sign up for these classes.

Fish Canyon Falls Trail

(Trail closed until further notice due to fire damage.)

Duarte Bike/Multi-Purpose Trail

The beautiful Duarte Bike/Multi Purpose Trail has both pavement and dirt and is 1.6 miles in length. This is the location of the old Pacific Electric Railway and remnants of that era can be seen in the railroad ties used for fencing and the beautiful arching bridge you’ll see along the way. A good place to start is at Royal Oaks Park 2627 Royal Oaks Drive where there’s plenty of parking. Lots of shade and drinking fountains.

Encanto Nature Walk

Located at 751 Encanto Parkway and starting at the historic old Pacific Electric Railway Puente Largo Bridge, this trail meanders along the top of the river embankment. Continue your walk around Encanto Park's creek trail around the park. Enjoy wildlife and beautiful mountain views.

Coed Softball

Even though Senior Center participants must be 55 years and older, softball enthusiasts age 50 and older are invited to join a Duarte team part of the Inter-City Senior Softball League. There are currently 12 teams comprising of men and women players, some well over 70 years young. Duarte practices begin in March and the season runs April through September. Games are played on Thursday mornings with a 9 AM or 10:30 AM start time. For more information call (626) 357-3513.

Pickleball

Pickleball mixes badminton, ping-pong and tennis played on a small court. Provides fun and physical activity but without the wear-and-tear of other sports.

Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 8 - 10 AM at the Pickleball Courts at Duarte Park 1434 Bloomdale Street.