I went to the Carson City Senior Center on Friday, December 21, 2018. I went to inquire about Meals…read moreon Wheels service. I was in the area so I thought I would stop by. I was most impressed. There was sufficient parking nearby and the parking lot was well maintained. There is also a bus stop right there for Carson City JAC (Jump Around Carson bus service). The building was bright, clean, and full of lively, happy people, mostly senior citizens from the area. The receptionist was most helpful. You could tell she was the type who took her job seriously. She couldn't reach the person I needed to speak to, so she tried another person who might help me. No luck. I said I was in no rush and didn't mind waiting. I also mentioned I had no appointment, so I said I could make one or come back at another time, as I didn't want to be a burden. As I sat down to wait in the comfortable sitting area with couches, plush chairs, a coffee table, and a large window view of the front, I could see a long line of senior citizen queueing up in the cafeteria, waiting for the free lunch to start (it is free if you are age 60+ I believe, otherwise it costs around $6, but don't quote me on this). The room was decorated with many holiday decorations and a Christmas tree. I believe there is also free wifi, but, again, don't quote me on this. I enjoyed waiting, as the atmosphere was positive. Eventually, the receptionist reached the person, after trying a whole bunch of times in between, and I was told I could go into the back office to see the person. As I was walking through the dining room to get there, there was a flood from the kitchen/pantry that spilled into the hallway. The worker cleaning it up told me to go through the large meeting room next to it to avoid the water. As I went in there, another employee said no I had to go back through the hallway (she wasn't aware of the flood). I said I was told to go through here because of the flood. The employee checked with the other employee and agreed. Anyway, after this short diversion, I reached the person in charge of Meals on Wheels. After explaining my situation, she informed me that I was not eligible, since I was too young. She wanted to help me, but her hands were tied, as these were the governments regulations. I thanked her politely and left. As I walked out, I looked through the myriad of pamphlets on the wall about programs and services available to the public. The flood had been cleaned up, and as I passed through the dining hall, the line had ended and most people were happily eating and conversing at the communal tables. I could not help but be happy, even though what I requested was denied, due to the helpfulness of everyone involved and the cheerful atmosphere. This place is a like a safe harbor in a storm!

I dropped in for a day pass today and it was very nice. There's a bunch of machines upstairs and a…read moretrack 10 times around is a mile. It was a cold day and I didn't want to run in the wind and rain so it was nice to give this place a try. Front desk was helpful let me take a tour before paying for my visit.

Since my last review of the Douglas County Community & Senior Center, Gayle and I have moved to…read moreGenoa, purchased a gym membership, and have hired a trainer. If you see a gray and reasonably fit man with University of Iowa or Texas A&M-themed gym clothes, that's me. But you definitely won't see us on a pickleball court, which isn't the type of strength, endurance, and cardio exercise that we need. We really really like this gym and don't mind the relatively long but frequent Genoa commutes. You'll also find me here in its time as a volunteer election worker. And there's so much more going on here.

I went here Tuesday, May 7, 2019. I am familiar with the Carson City Senior Center and wanted to…read morecheck this one out to see how it compared. Parking is more difficult at this location as there is not a lot of it, and some spots are farther away. It is also in the same plaza as the Lake Tahoe Historical Society (museum and store) and Tahoe Art League Art Center, so when they are open, parking will be tighter. It is in an older building, which is not as big. I think it is in an old, small school building, judging by the small winding hall leading to the restrooms and activity center. It kind of felt claustrophobic, like a dark dungeon in some parts, or like I was in a time warp and it was the 1950's. There are not as many seniors here as Carson City's. In Carson City, the line of seniors for lunch is insanely long, whereas here you just sit down and they bring it to you and there were not a lot of people, maybe 15 or 20. Lunch seems plainer, and there is a $3 suggested donation for seniors 60 and over and their spouses and dependents of any age, but this is not required (vs. $2.25 for Carson City). Guest accompanied by a senior pay $5. Coffee costs $0.50. The lunch when I came was: tuna salad on a bed of lettuce navy bean soup wheat roll pineapple junks milk I didn't have any, but it seems like standard hospital food or maybe food you would see at a soup kitchen, or the kind of food served when I was in school in the 80's. This isn't fine dining, but at $3, you can't expect that much. I looked in the food storage room, and there were a lot of gigantic canned goods (see my pic). There are activities here in the cafeteria room, such as bridge, bingo, and dancing. There is also a smaller activity room down the hall. Apparently there is also a library and computer room, but I was not aware of this when I went. They also have services here similar to Carson City, such as AARP tax services and lawyers available. I think proceeds here go to Meals on Wheels. There was no sitting area like in Carson City, just the cafeteria. Also, unlike Carson City, there was no gift shop or thrift store here. The employee who greeted me was super friendly. She told the administrator, who was walking by, I was interested in a tour, but she kind of blew past me. That is fine, as I like to explore myself and take lots of pictures. All in all, I felt welcome. It was a let down when I was used to the modern, spacious senior center in Carson City, but South Lake Tahoe is smaller, so I can understand that.

I finally quit resisting going there. Easy parking. It's a…read moreclean facility. It's right next to a nice park, too. The staff is friendly and helpful. My main reason for checking this place out is that I like to play cards. Well, no problem! Not only were there lots of people playing Minnesota and Bridge, I was welcomed to sit at a table and get my first lesson on the game called Minnesota. Check the schedule for other card games, too. The Center has a room for arts and crafts. It also has a library room with lots of books, movies, and puzzles on the shelves. There are various other group activities on the schedule, too. I cannot review the $2 lunches they serve there, because I haven't tried them. Quite a few people do eat there, and it's a good service for seniors who don't want to shop and cook. Where else can you get a $2 lunch? Bottom Line: I plan to return to play cards and do a few jigsaw puzzles.

The people who provide services are amazing! The services they offer are plenty…read more My mother loves the sit and fit, I do too.

I have been attending Ukelele Class every Tuesday morning. The instructor is Bernard, who is very…read moretalented, entertaining and helpful. He makes you want to learn more difficult songs and chords. I am learning songs that I thought I could never play. Thank you Bernard.

I had my baby shower here last year and the facility was very clean, there were bathrooms, tables…read moreincluded in my rental. Just what we needed, plenty of space. Kitchen was great to have for our food vendor too! Definitely recommend.

Great Sr Lunch program food is great. I need to know what's going on for next week though.read more

Meals on wheels is a program many Seniors have benefited from. Add to that the warm and cordial…read morestaff and that adds up to a wonderful place Seniors may visit.

Best lunch in calaveras county ! $ 10.00 for a full entree soup and salad bar. They have a great…read morechef there

Warm and inviting atmosphere. Many activities, good food! Exercise opportunities, and social…read moreopportunities.

4/13/2026: Filing IRS Tax Return at Placerville's Senior Center is a financial relief knowing I…read morewill never be forced paying $400.00 PLUS at HR BLOCK! Mark and his Tax Accountants are fabulously AWESOME. Thank you so very much for saving me a ton o' moola!

Went here to have my Trust updated. It was a loong wait for the appointment but was treated well…read moreand the review was thorough. They will make the changes for me but will take a month as they are super busy. The center offers free lunch (they prefer sign up before) but they were willing to serve me as a walk in. I just had coffee. There was a yoga class going on. Am going to check out the pottery/ceramics class. Ladies restroom was clean.