Senior Resource Center
The Haywood County Senior Resource Center (SRC) serves as a central hub for older adults seeking connection, support, and independence. Through social, educational, and wellness programs, the SRC enhances the quality of life for seniors across Haywood County. In addition, regional programs such as the Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) and Senior Companion Program (SCP) extend Mountain Projects’ reach across all seven western counties.
Examples of Special Programs and Trips
Grandfather Mountain
Annual Member Cookout
Dollywood
Fontana Dam Pontoon Boat Guided Tour
Thrifting Shopping Trips
NC Arboretum
Tryon Equestrian Center
Fall Colors on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Shredding Drive-Thru Event
Picnic at Big Creek
Winter Lights at NC Arboretum
Dillsboro Lights & Luminaries
Local Christmas Lights Drive Around
Monthly Aging Matters Discussion
Bingo
Small Town Series Trips
Bascom Center for the Visual Arts
Annual Valentine’s Day luncheon
Tea Party at the SRC
Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge
Cradle of Forestry and Pisgah Fish Camp
Weekly Crochet Group
Trivia
Monthly Technology Classes
Monthly Parkinson’s Support Group
Monthly Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group
Monthly Project Lifesaver
Blood Drives
Asheville Tourists Baseball
Scam Alert Program
Program Location
81 Elmwood Way, Waynesville, NC 28786
Program Contacts
Michelle Claytor
Manager
356-2813
Carol Swallow
Activities Coordinator
356-2817
Mags Adams
Service Options Coordinator
356-2840
John Chicoine
Volunteer Center/SHIIP
356-2833
Mick Trostel
SCP Director
356-2815
Roni Decker
Information Central Coordinator
356-2800
Darlene McElrath
Senior Services Coordinator
356-2838
April Alm
Foster Grandparents Director
356-2834
Vera Whitted
Information Central Coordinator
356-2800
Carla Woody
FGP & SCP Assistant
356-2836
Collaborations, Donors & Funders
The SRC maintains strong partnerships with DSS, United Way, Haywood County Library, AARP, Four Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care, NC Works, and the Area Agency on Aging. These partnerships expand access to services, fund essential programs, and deliver vital education to the community. Notable joint efforts included the Elder Abuse Awareness Walk, hosted on SRC grounds, and a series of educational workshops on health, safety, and financial literacy.
The Senior Resource Center thanks the following supporters for their generosity: Haywood County and the Town of Clyde for operational funding and facility support; Town of Waynesville and Town of Maggie Valley for providing facilities for Congregate Nutrition Programs; Maggie Valley Methodist Church for funding In-Home Services.
Their support helps ensure that seniors in our region have a safe, welcoming place to gather, learn, and thrive.
