Senior Services
The mission of the Haywood County Senior Resource Center is to equip and empower older adults in Haywood County to live in their own homes as long as they wish. We help them do so safely by maximizing community resources and building collaborations.
Senior Resource Center
The Mountain Projects Senior Resource Center hosts and conducts a broad range of programs, activities and services from its well-equipped facility in Waynesville.
Center Activities
Annual Member Cookout
Dollywood
Small Town Series Trips
Thrifting Shopping Trips
NC Arboretum
Tryon Equestrian Center
Fall Colors on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Asheville Tourist Baseball Games
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
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
Mags Adams
Service Options Coordinator
356-2840
John Chicoine
Volunteer Center/SHIIP
356-2833
Roni Decker
Information Central Coordinator
356-2800
Darlene McElrath
Senior Services Coordinator
356-2838
Vera Whitted
Information Central Coordinator
356-2800
Carla Woody
FGP & SCP Assistant
356-2836
Congregate Nutrition
The Congregate Nutrition Program is available in three locations in Haywood County. This program provides a nutritionally balanced meal, crafts, health promotion, seminars, field trips, bingo, and a time to socialize. The Congregate Nutrition Program is available free of charge to anyone age 60 or over. Anyone 55 or older is welcome to participate, for a nominal fee.
Program Locations
Canton Nutrition Program
High Street Baptist Church
73 High Street, Canton, NC 28716
Maggie Valley Nutrition Program
Maggie Community Services Building
3987 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC 28751
Waynesville Nutrition Program
Old National Guard Armory
44 Boundary Street, Waynesville, NC 28786
Foster Grandparents
- Are 55 years of age or older
- Must meet income guidelines established by the federal government
- Care about children and want to help them with their growth and development
- Must be physically and mentally able to serve
- Can serve between 5-40 hours a week
- Receive a tax free hourly stipend
- Mileage reimbursement
- Annual physical examination
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Pre-service and monthly training sessions
- Secondary insurance coverage while volunteering
- Recognition for volunteering
- Provide a positive impact on a child’s life
Program Locations
81 Elmwood Way, Waynesville, NC 28786
Program Contacts
Phone: 828-356-2800
In-Home Services
Helping seniors live safely and independently in their own homes for as long as possible. Trained staff provide light housekeeping, meal preparation, and personal support so older adults can age with dignity.
Program Locations
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Volunteer Center
Connecting willing hands with meaningful opportunities. From delivering meals to helping with events, our Volunteer Center makes it easy for community members of all ages to give back and make a difference.
Senior Companions
Seniors helping seniors—companions provide friendship, transportation, and a helping hand to older adults who need support with daily living. The result: stronger relationships, greater independence, and healthier aging.