Recreation/Leisure, Community & Senior Centers

Results: 50

• Arts and Crafts Instruction (57)
  PL-7400.0500

  Arts and Crafts Instruction

  PL-7400.0500
  
  Programs that provide classes, individual lessons or other opportunities for people who want to learn or perfect their skills and techniques in any of a variety of visual art forms or crafts.
• Boys/Girls Clubs (1)
  PS-9800.1000

  Boys/Girls Clubs

  PS-9800.1000
  
  Programs that provide a wide range of supervised recreational activities and delinquency prevention services for children and youth of all ages and backgrounds, but particularly for disadvantaged youth, through membership in boys and/or girls clubs. Club members are entitled to use recreational facilities and may have access to counseling, tutorial services, employment assistance, gang programs, drug abuse and alcoholism prevention and other activities and services that direct their energies toward positive social goals and facilitate healthy personality development.
• Bus Tours (1)
  PL-7600.9200-100

  Bus Tours

  PL-7600.9200-100
  
  Organizations that provide morning, afternoon, evening or full-day sightseeing excursions which enable visitors to see local places of interest in a city or surrounding areas while riding in a bus. The tour may be narrated by a guide who is knowledgeable in the history, landmarks, culture and natural history of the area and there may be scheduled stops during which passengers can visit local attractions.
• Catholic Community (3)
  YR-1500.1350

  Catholic Community

  YR-1500.1350
  
  Members of the Roman Catholic Church, a Christian denomination whose principal features are a rite centering in the Mass, seven sacraments, veneration of the Virgin Mary and the saints, clerical celibacy, a variety of religious orders, and dogma which includes transubstantiation and papal infallibility.
• Community Relations Services (1)
  TP-6700.1500

  Community Relations Services

  TP-6700.1500
  
  Programs that help nonprofit organizations and other groups plan and implement activities which ensure that the organization is recognized by local leaders, service providers, and others who have influence at the neighborhood/community level; that their products and services are utilized by those who can benefit from them; and that they are included in initiatives and discussions where they can have a positive impact. Included are assistance in the development of outreach programs to encourage utilization of agency resources by community residents who need services, and help in developing mutually beneficial working relationships with other service providers who are active in the community.
• Companionship (1)
  PH-1400

  Companionship

  PH-1400
  
  Programs that provide friendship and shared activities and/or appropriate role models for individuals who suffer from lack of company, loneliness or social isolation; who need emotional support from a "buddy" to cope with a difficult life situation; who need practice conversing in English; or who lack the companionship and guidance of an adult or figure or peer role model.
• Computer Classes for Older Adults (1)
  PL-7400.1500 * YB-8000

  Computer Classes * Older Adults

  PL-7400.1500 * YB-8000
  
  

  Programs that provide instruction for individuals of all age who want to learn or perfect their skills in operating, programming and/or utilizing computers for specific home and business applications including word processing, spreadsheet development, database management, electronic publishing, image processing and Internet access. Included are introductory classes for people unfamiliar with computers and the Internet that help participants develop basic computer literacy skills and courses which focus on the knowledge and skills needed to use particular software applications or accomplish other computer-related tasks.

  Individuals who are age 50, 55, 60, 62 or 65 or older depending on the minimum age for qualifying as an older adult which varies by program.

• Computer Classes for Older Adults / Functional Disabilities (1)
  PL-7400.1500 * YB-8000 * YF-2200

  Computer Classes * Older Adults / Functional Disabilities

  PL-7400.1500 * YB-8000 * YF-2200
  
  

  Programs that provide instruction for individuals of all age who want to learn or perfect their skills in operating, programming and/or utilizing computers for specific home and business applications including word processing, spreadsheet development, database management, electronic publishing, image processing and Internet access. Included are introductory classes for people unfamiliar with computers and the Internet that help participants develop basic computer literacy skills and courses which focus on the knowledge and skills needed to use particular software applications or accomplish other computer-related tasks.

  Individuals who are age 50, 55, 60, 62 or 65 or older depending on the minimum age for qualifying as an older adult which varies by program.

  Physical, mental or developmental disabilities which pose substantial barriers to an individual's ability to maintain independent living and which place the individual at risk of institutionalization without varying degrees of community support or which may leave no other choice than institutionalization.

• Computer Literacy Training Programs (1)
  PL-7400.1500

  Computer Literacy Training Programs

  PL-7400.1500
  
  Programs that provide instruction for individuals of all ages who want to learn about or perfect their skills in using computers, computer-related hardware and specific home and business applications including word processing, spreadsheet development, presentation development, database management, electronic publishing and image processing. Included are both introductory classes for people unfamiliar with computers and the Internet and more advanced courses, as well as programs that provide instruction in the use of related technology such as smartphones and social media. Instruction may focus on publishing tools such as blogs, video logs (vlogs), photo sharing, podcasting or wikis.
• Concierges (1)
  YO-8200.3000-150

  Concierges

  YO-8200.3000-150
  
  Individuals who arrange special or personal services for guests who are staying in hotels, motels, resorts or other similar establishments. They may take messages; arrange or give advice on transportation, business services or entertainment; arrange for babysitting; make hotel reservations in other cities; and monitor guest requests for housekeeping and maintenance. Also included people with the responsibilities of a concierge who work in apartment or office buildings.
• Congregate Meals/Nutrition Sites for Older Adults (1)
  BD-5000.1500 * YB-8000

  Congregate Meals/Nutrition Sites * Older Adults

  BD-5000.1500 * YB-8000
  
  

  Programs that provide hot meals on a regular basis for people who are elderly, adults with disabilities or other targeted populations who may be at risk for nutritional deficits without assistance and who can profit from an opportunity to socialize with others. Congregate meals are often combined with recreational, educational and social activities.

  Individuals who are age 50, 55, 60, 62 or 65 or older depending on the minimum age for qualifying as an older adult which varies by program.

• Day Camps (2)
  PL-6400.1500-180

  Day Camps

  PL-6400.1500-180
  
  Programs that provide creative recreational experiences in cooperative indoor and/or outdoor group living for children, usually age four to 13, or adults who are transported to the site each morning and who return to their homes at the end of each day. Transportation may be provided by the program or may be the responsibility of the family.
• Developmental Disabilities Activity Centers (2)
  LR-3100.1800-130

  Developmental Disabilities Activity Centers

  LR-3100.1800-130
  
  Community-based day programs that provide social and recreational opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities who generally have acquired most basic self-care skills, have some ability to interact with others, are able to make their needs known and respond to instructions. The programs use social and recreational activities to help participants develop and maintain basic functional skills, though most will remain in the program on a long-term basis rather than transitioning to more independent settings.
• Developmental Disabilities Social/Recreational Programs (1)
  LR-3100.1800-190

  Developmental Disabilities Social/Recreational Programs

  LR-3100.1800-190
  
  Community-based day programs that provide training in community integration and self-advocacy specifically as they relate to recreation and leisure pursuits. Participants are generally adults age 18-22 with developmental disabilities who are still in school and desire an after-school program or are older than age 22 but are not working or are working part-time.
• Ethnic Oriented Multipurpose Centers for Native American Community (2)
  TC-5500.1800 * YH-6000.6000

  Ethnic Oriented Multipurpose Centers * Native American Community

  TC-5500.1800 * YH-6000.6000
  
  

  Multipurpose centers that serve as focal points for specific ethnic groups within the community and which offer, at a single location, a wide variety of services and activities that are structured to meet the social, educational, economic, recreational and other needs of participants in ways that are culturally appropriate.

  Individuals whose ethnic background and ancestry are that of the tribal, aboriginal peoples who originated in what is now the United States. Included are Native Americans who are living on or off reservations in rural and urban areas.

• Faith Based Youth Programs (1)
  PS-9800.1500

  Faith Based Youth Programs

  PS-9800.1500
  
  Programs that provide a variety of recreational and social activities for young people with the objective of strengthening their religious values and meeting their spiritual needs as well as supporting their growth and development as individuals.
• Fitness Equipment and Accessories (1)
  PL-7200.2000

  Fitness Equipment and Accessories

  PL-7200.2000
  
  Programs that provide access to free weight equipment, ankle weights, weight machines, treadmills, exercise bikes, rowing equipment, step machines, weight benches, exercise mats, pedometers, stopwatches and other gear that is used to improve physical fitness.
• General Recreational Activities/Sports (1)
  PL-7000.4360

  General Recreational Activities/Sports

  PL-7000.4360
  
  Programs that offer a range of organized recreational activities, sports and games that people of all ages can learn, become competitive in and enjoy.
• Horticultural Societies (1)
  PS-8200.3000

  Horticultural Societies

  PS-8200.3000
  
  Programs that provide organized opportunities for individuals to pursue their interest in ornamental plants, flowers, trees, shrubs, house plants, herbs, garden fruits and vegetables or other species of plants, often through the medium of a club or society that is under the leadership to people who are knowledgeable in the subject. Activities may include field trips which enable participants to view different types of plants; lectures, slide shows or other presentations that provide information about plants, gardening techniques, flower arranging and display, and other aspects of horticulture; and opportunities for members to share their own gardening experiences and/or participate in plant-related competitions. Included are Internet-based virtual clubs, WebRings devoted to the subject and clubs where members meet face-to-face.
• Humanities Clubs/Societies (1)
  PS-8200.3100

  Humanities Clubs/Societies

  PS-8200.3100
  
  Programs that provide organized opportunities for individuals to pursue their interest in literature, history, philosophy, theology, modern and classical languages, archaeology, linguistics or jurisprudence, often through the medium of a club or society which is under the leadership of people who are knowledgeable in the subject. Activities may include lectures, slide shows and other presentations that provide information about specific topics; opportunities for members to share and/or discuss their own work on major issues in the subject area; field trips, where relevant; and other activities that promote the study and appreciation of the humanities among members. Included are Internet-based virtual clubs, WebRings devoted to the subject and clubs where members meet face-to-face.
• Intergenerational Programs (6)
  PS-3300

  Intergenerational Programs

  PS-3300
  
  Programs that increase cooperation, interaction or exchange between people of different generations dispelling stereotypes about old and young, and enabling individuals, families and communities to enjoy and benefit from the richness of an age-integrated society. Intergenerational programs are structured so that both age groups benefit from the interaction, but in many programs, one age group is the provider of service while the other is the recipient. Older people may mentor children or adolescents and serve as role models for young people who are preparing for adulthood, while students who understand the latest technology may teach older adults computer skills in their homes, senior centers or long term care settings. Older adults gain opportunities to develop meaningful contact with younger people and stay in touch with their communities while children and youth develop healthy attitudes about aging, gain an appreciation for rich cultural traditions and histories, and experience the satisfaction of sharing something they know. In many communities, young and old are working together as partners on community projects, and are finding that the collaboration leads to mutual appreciation while their communities reap the benefits of their work.
• Jewish Community (1)
  YR-3500

  Jewish Community

  YR-3500
  
  Followers of the Jewish faith (Judaism), or people who identify themselves as Jewish either through descent or personal decision. Judaism reflects a belief in a single God who created the universe and continues to be involved in its governance. According to traditional Jewish belief, God established a covenant with the Jewish people, and revealed his laws and commandments to them in the form of the Torah. The practice of Judaism is devoted to the study and observance of the laws and commandments, as written in the Torah.
• Leisure Activities/Recreation (1)
  PL

  Leisure Activities/Recreation

  PL
  
  Programs that provide access to a variety of pursuits for people who want to make constructive and satisfying use of their free time. Included are programs that provide facilities, equipment, supplies, coaching and/or instruction that allow individuals to participate in or enjoy the recreational, artistic, cultural or volunteer activities of their choice.
• Library Services (15)
  TJ-4500

  Library Services

  TJ-4500
  
  Libraries and other facilities that offer a range of activities and services which are designed to meet the information and learning needs of patrons and to facilitate their enjoyment of library resources. Included are reference services, programs which introduce and encourage reading, services which enable people who cannot access the facility to utilize library resources and special collections which provide access to a broad spectrum of general and specialized book and nonbook material as well as reading material in alternative formats.
• Native American Community (4)
  YH-6000.6000

  Native American Community

  YH-6000.6000
  
  Individuals whose ethnic background and ancestry are that of the tribal, aboriginal peoples who originated in what is now the United States. Included are Native Americans who are living on or off reservations in rural and urban areas.
• Neighborhood Multipurpose Centers (13)
  TC-5500.6000

  Neighborhood Multipurpose Centers

  TC-5500.6000
  
  Multipurpose centers that offer, at a single location, a wide variety of services and activities that are structured to meet the unique and varied needs of the entire community through different programs for different age and interest groups.
• Older Adult/Aging Issues (1)
  YZ-6100

  Older Adult/Aging Issues

  YZ-6100
  
  Programs that provide information and/or services that deal with the topic of older adults and their interests.
• Parent/Child Activity Groups (1)
  PS-6500

  Parent/Child Activity Groups

  PS-6500
  
  Programs that provide regularly scheduled opportunities for parents to participate in a wide variety of recreational, arts and cultural activities with their youngsters. The experience provides a means for developing close family relationships at a stage in the child's life when quality time with their mother or father is essential for healthy development, and exposure to music, storytelling and similar pastimes can stir a child's imagination and spark their creativity. Other programs may focus on reading, games and early learning activities.
• Physical Activity/Fitness Issues (1)
  YZ-6365

  Physical Activity/Fitness Issues

  YZ-6365
  
  Programs that provide information and/or services that deal with the topic of physical activity/fitness.
• Physical Fitness (44)
  PL-6600

  Physical Fitness

  PL-6600
  
  Programs that provide activities for people who want to improve their strength, flexibility, endurance, muscle tone, reflexes, cardiovascular health and/or other aspects of physical functioning.
• Police/Community Relations Groups (1)
  TD-1600.6550

  Police/Community Relations Groups

  TD-1600.6550
  
  Organizations that work for increased harmony and understanding between individuals involved in law enforcement and the community at large.
• Public Libraries (2)
  TJ-4400.6500

  Public Libraries

  TJ-4400.6500
  
  Libraries supported by public and/or private funds which provide general library services without charge to all residents of a given community, district or region.
• Recreation Centers (47)
  PL-6400.7000-700

  Recreation Centers

  PL-6400.7000-700
  
  Centers, often operated by the local community department of parks and recreation, that offer, at a single location, a variety of recreational facilities such as athletic fields and courts, a gymnasium, a swimming pool and locker facilities. Recreation centers usually offer an organized program of activities for community residents of all ages and provide all necessary equipment.
• Recreational Activities Personnel (3)
  YO-6900.7000

  Recreational Activities Personnel

  YO-6900.7000
  
  Individuals who plan, organize, promote and/or lead any of a wide variety of organized leisure and recreational activities such as arts and crafts, drama, sports, games, dance and music for groups of all ages in parks, playgrounds, community centers and other local settings.
• Recreational Activities/Sports (88)
  PL-7000

  Recreational Activities/Sports

  PL-7000
  
  Programs that provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn, become competitive in and enjoy the organized recreational activity, sport or game of their choice. These programs may be offered by local clubs devoted to a particular activity or sport; may provide individual or team coaching assistance or instruction, access to equipment and facilities, and uniforms, if necessary; and may sponsor or make arrangements for athletes to participate in amateur competitions, usually at the local, regional or state level, and provide officials for games. These events are generally for the enjoyment of the athletes and are not at a high enough competitive level to be considered spectator sports.
• Recreational Facilities (1)
  PL-6400.7000

  Recreational Facilities

  PL-6400.7000
  
  Programs that develop, maintain and make available to the public, acreage and facilities for a broad range of recreational activities, sports and games; and/or urban open spaces where people can gather to eat lunch, socialize and enjoy being outdoors.
• Recreational Therapy (1)
  RP-8000.7400

  Recreational Therapy

  RP-8000.7400
  
  Programs that help individuals with mental, physical or developmental disabilities, substance abuse disorders, chronic health conditions or other problems develop new interests, sharpen their social skills and gain a sense of self-achievement through a structured series of leisure-time activities which may include arts and crafts, dance, drama, music, sports, games, social gatherings and community outings. Therapy goals may differ for different populations, e.g., improved hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills may be desired outcomes for people with physical disabilities.
• Religious Groups/Communities (1)
  YR

  Religious Groups/Communities

  YR
  
  Voluntary organizations whose members adhere to, profess or entertain the same religious creed, persuasion or tenets and usually meet on a regular basis for the purpose of worship, religious instruction and support for the group's ministry. Religious beliefs usually include a system of ethics, a philosophy of life, dogma regarding the nature and role of one or more deities, and a body of doctrine which governs religious observances and practices.
• Retreat Centers (1)
  TC-7000

  Retreat Centers

  TC-7000
  
  Organizations that provide access to facilities in secluded, peaceful surroundings for individuals and organizations that want to sponsor weekday or weekend retreats. Meeting space, sleeping facilities and meals are usually provided. Recreational facilities may also be available.
• Salvationist Community (1)
  YR-1500.8000

  Salvationist Community

  YR-1500.8000
  
  Soldiers or officers in the Salvation Army, an evangelical and philanthropic movement that was organized in the 19th century along military lines and emphasizes the saving of the soul.
• Senior Centers (159)
  TC-5500.8000

  Senior Centers

  TC-5500.8000
  
  Multipurpose centers that serve as focal points for older adults in the community and which offer, at a single location, a wide variety of services and activities that are needed by and of interest to this population.
• Senior Companion Program (36)
  ND-9200.8000-800

  Senior Companion Program

  ND-9200.8000-800
  
  Programs that provide part-time opportunities for low-income individuals age 60 and older to serve one-on-one with frail elderly and other homebound persons who have difficulty completing everyday tasks. They assist with grocery shopping, bill paying, and transportation to medical appointments, and alert doctors and family members to potential problems. Senior Companions also provide short periods of relief to primary caregivers. Senior companions receive a modest tax-free stipend for their work as well as reimbursement for transportation, annual physical examinations, meals, and accident and liability insurance during service. Local nonprofit organizations and public agencies receive grants to sponsor and operate Senior Companion projects. The Senior Companion Program is part of Senior Corps, a network of programs administered by the Corporation for National and Community Service.
• Service Clubs (1)
  TD-1400.8000

  Service Clubs

  TD-1400.8000
  
  Organizations whose members are business and professional men and/or women, housewives, students, military dependents or other individuals who have a common interest in improving the life of the community, which raise funds through events such as barbecues, theater parties, art shows or telethons to finance any of a wide variety of community service projects that have been selected by the membership. Most service clubs are chapters of national or international organizations.
• Sightseeing/Guided Tours (1)
  PL-7600

  Sightseeing/Guided Tours

  PL-7600
  
  Organizations that provide morning, afternoon, evening or full-day excursions which enable visitors to see local places of interest in a city or surrounding areas, usually under the auspices of a guide who is knowledgeable in the history, landmarks, culture and natural history of the area. Also included are local places of interest such as historic homes and neighborhoods, public buildings, theater complexes, race track stable areas and other points of interest that are open to the public on a regular or special open-house basis and which may provide guided tours.
• Social Clubs/Events (1)
  PS-8000

  Social Clubs/Events

  PS-8000
  
  Programs that provide organized opportunities for individuals of all ages to meet and socialize with their peers through dances, parties, picnics, barbecues and other companionable activities. Included are men's clubs; women's clubs; singles clubs; clubs for individuals who have a common ethnic background, religion or country of origin; and similar groups whose primary purpose in gathering is to pass the time in an enjoyable manner.
• Special Interest Clubs (16)
  PS-8200

  Special Interest Clubs

  PS-8200
  
  Programs that provide organized opportunities for individuals of all ages to pursue hobbies or other specific interests in cooperation with others who have the same interest, often through the medium of a club or society which is under the leadership of people who are knowledgeable or skilled in the area.
• Specialized Information and Referral for Older Adults (1)
  TJ-3000.8000 * YB-8000

  Specialized Information and Referral * Older Adults

  TJ-3000.8000 * YB-8000
  
  

  Programs that maintain information about community resources that are appropriate for a specific target group or human services sector (for example, youth programs or addiction services) and which link individuals who are in need of specialized services with appropriate resources and/or which provide information about community agencies and organizations that offer specialized services.

  Individuals who are age 50, 55, 60, 62 or 65 or older depending on the minimum age for qualifying as an older adult which varies by program.

• Travel Packages (1)
  PL-8700.8550

  Travel Packages

  PL-8700.8550
  
  Programs that offer tours to a wide variety of destinations that include air fare, accommodations, meals, ground transportation, tour guides and other expenses that are arranged by a tour operator and sold to vacationers by a travel agency as a package. Other services such as a rental car, activities or outings during the trip may also be available. Some travel packages are geared to families with children, people with disabilities and others who may have special interests or needs.
• Youth Centers (1)
  TC-5500.9800

  Youth Centers

  TC-5500.9800
  
  Multipurpose centers that serve as a focal point for youth in the community and which offer, at a single location, a wide variety of services and activities that are needed by and of interest to this population.
• Youth Community Service Programs (1)
  PS-9800.9800

  Youth Community Service Programs

  PS-9800.9800
  
  Programs that provide opportunities for students and/or school-age children and youth to make a contribution to their local community through volunteer service projects or other forms of assistance. The purpose of the program is to develop leadership skills and good citizenship practices in youngsters who are interested in service to others.