frequently asked questions

No. The Ludington Senior Center is one of four centers located in Mason County, and county residents or area visitors aged 50 or older are welcome to visit any of them.

The Ludington Senior Center is open Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (except holidays), with occasional after-hours and weekend events. It is closed when Ludington Area Schools closes for inclement weather. (Call the other centers or visit their websites for hours information.)

No. Membership is free, and many programs and services are offered at low or no cost. Stop in to take a tour, register, and get a membership card to use at our check-in kiosk whenever you visit.

A wide variety of programs and activities is offered: fitness, arts and crafts, social gatherings, group games, educational presentations, outings, and more. 

Yes. Low-impact exercise programs designed or modifiable for older adults are offered, such as yoga, chair exercise, Feldenkrais, Matter of Balance, and Enhance Fitness.

If space allows, guests of any age are welcome to accompany you. Call 231-845-6841 before you visit to ensure availability.

Find current and upcoming activities at the Ludington Senior Center on our website on the Home, Calendar, and Special Events pages.

Monthly activities calendars for all Mason County senior centers are published in the county’s Active for Life senior newsletter. Pick up a print publication at any center as well as at various locations throughout the county.

View the Active for Life newsletter online or subscribe to it for email delivery.

Event information is also published on the community page of the Ludington Daily News in the bulletin-board and senior-center sections.

Yes. Join other diners in our café on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:45 a.m. to enjoy a hot, nutritious meal provided by Mason County Senior Meals on Wheels. Donations are accepted but not expected, and no one is ever turned away due to inability to pay. A suggested donation is $5 for those aged 60+ and $6 for those under 60.

Yes. Please call 231-845-6841 no later than 9:00 a.m. the day you would like to have lunch at the center so we can order the right number of meals. See more details and daily menus on our Congregate Meals page. 

Yes. Times and days of the week meals are served vary. Click here for locations, hours of operation, and contact information for each of the other three centers situated in Mason County. Call the center of your choice before you visit to confirm meal availability.

Yes. Home-delivered meals, with specialized menus for common dietary restrictions, are available for eligible Mason County residents aged 60+ who are homebound and unable to prepare meals. For program details visit Mason County Meals on Wheels or call 231-757-4831.

A range of support services is available, including information, service referrals, benefits assistance, support groups, health screenings, legal assistance, tax preparation, and more. Visit our Assistance and Care and Information and Referral pages for details.

Yes. We can connect you with local resources and trained volunteers who can help you understand Medicare, Medicaid, and other benefit programs.

See Transportation Options for Mason County Seniors for a summary of area programs. For more details and eligibility requirements, contact Rides to Wellness  (844-532-7433), HELP Ministry (231-843-6811), or Scottville Area Senior Center (231-757-4705). 

Yes. Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are welcome. They help with activities, office support, meals, and more. For more information, visit our Volunteer page, access the volunteer packet, and call 231-845-6841 or stop by the center and ask to speak with our volunteer coordinator to explore volunteer opportunities.

There are many ways to show your support: participate and encourage attendance, volunteer, donate, or simply tell others about the life-affirming experiences you’ve had at the center.

The formation of a new group called Friends of the Ludington Senior Center is being explored. If you are interested in joining or would like to receive more information as it becomes available, please type FLSC in the subject line and complete and submit the form on our Contact Us page.

Visit the center, call 231-845-6841, or submit a question via our Contact Us page, and our staff will do their best to answer it or to find the answer for you.