SOMERVELL COUNTY COMMITTEE ON AGING -

Covid-19 Emergency Plan
Effective March 27^th, 2020

As a matter of public safety to assist in curbing the spread of the Covid-19 Virus, effective Thursday, March 19th, Somervell County Senior Center will suspend congregate meals, group activities and classes until further notice. Our MEALS ON WHEELS PROGRAM WILL NOT be discontinued; however, the Center will be closed to the public.

For those who require congregate (in house) meals, while the dining room is closed, SCCOA will continue to offer meals for curbside pickup as a CARRY OUT MEALS ONLY, based on availability. Currently funding is limited for Curb Side Meals, therefore we would appreciate a donation of $4.00 per meal.

If you need a meal, please call 254-897-2139 before 9:30. Meals will be waiting in the front of the building at 12 Noon Monday thru Friday. Please remain in your vehicle and we will give you your meal. Please bring exact change if possible.

Glen Rose is a community and now is the time we all need to work together. If you can afford an additional donation to help continue funding our necessary services, it will be greatly appreciated.

If you need additional help, please do not hesitate to call. We will do what we can within the strict guidelines set forth in this state of emergency. If we are unable to assist you, we will do our best to direct you to the service provider you need.

Somervell County Committee on Aging coordinates services for persons who are 60+ and their spouses, with emphasis on frail, minority and low income citizens from Somervell County.
209 SW Barnard P O Box 1397 Glen Rose TX 76043 US (254) 897-2139

The Center is also a resource for the entire Community, regardless of age, providing services and information on aging, and assisting family and friends who care for older adults. The programs provided give the opportunity for older individuals to maintain independence in their own homes through involvement in Senior Center activities and a variety of services provided by the SCCOA.

Services provided include meals on wheels, transportation services, fresh cooked,hot nutritional meals Monday thru Friday served at noon in our Dining Room. Call before 10 AM to reserve your meal, (Click Here for Pricing). We also offer emergency response service, health screenings, and educational programs.

Activities scheduled at the Center include weekly grocery shopping, Dollar General, Bingo Monday, Wednesday and Friday, “42” daily and tournaments twice a month. Once each month they host Bluegrass, Gospel Music, Birthday Celebration, and a trip to Wal-Mart. Other activities include craft/art classes, exercise room/classes, library, chess, and puzzles, call or click links below for schedules and details.

There are other numerous programs scheduled throughout the year such as Flu Shots, Older Texan Day, Volunteer Appreciation Day, majority of holidays have activities planned. We would love to visit with you and answer any questions you might have.

Click here to download our events calendar

Click here to download our menu

HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS

First Monday 6:00 PM Come join us or some good time old Bluegrass and Gospel Music. Featuring Ceta Moore and friends. Bring an instrument to join in or just sing a song. Also bring you favorite dish to join in the pot luck dinner break at 7 pm.

Third Monday at 6:00 PM Come join Jack Johnson and friends for some good old timey Gospel Music and home cookin’ Guests are welcome to bring instruments or a song to sing and a dish to share.

Fourth Tuesday at 6:30 PM Come join the Somervell Songwriters Group hosted by Jack Johnson. Bring an instrument or an idea for a song to share with the group.