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Being a senior in Prince George's County is better than ever. Offering a wide range of programs, facilities and services, the Department of Parks and Recreation is dedicated to meeting the social, intellectual and recreational needs of residents who are 60 years old & better.

M-NCPPC offers six friendly, inviting senior activity centers just for people ages 60 and over. These senior activity centers offer special events, trips, classes, health programs, information and referrals. Provided by the Prince George’s County Department of Family Services, Area Office on Aging, transportation and hot lunches are also available at these sites. If you are a resident of Prince George’s or Montgomery Counties, membership cards for admission to these senior activity centers are free and allow you to participate in the programs of interest to you.

Learn more about our senior activity centers:

Senior ID Card


The Senior Activity Center participant eligibility requirements are as follows:
  • Minimum age: 60
  • M-NCPPC SMARTlink Senior ID: M-NCPPC Senior ID cards are FREE for Prince George’s and Montgomery County residents. Non-residents can join for a nominal fee. To obtain your card, bring proof of residency and age to any M-NCPPC community center or senior activity center in Prince George’s County during operating hours.
  • Ability to participate in recreational activities with minimal personal assistance.
  • Ability to take care of personal needs (i.e. hygiene, eating, mobility, medication, etc.)

Not quite 60?  For a small annual fee, you can get a Pre-Senior ID (ages 50 - 59) which allows you access to community centers and senior activity centers.  Contact any of the senior activity centers for more information or bring proof residency and age to any center and sign up for the Pre-Senior ID!

Sports, Health and Wellness Opportunities

Did you know seniors ages 60 & better who are residents of Prince George’s or Montgomery Counties can work out at any M-NCPPC community center fitness room for FREE with an M-NCPPC Community Center/Fitness ID Card? Just bring verification of residency and age to the center to obtain your FREE senior membership card. Fitness room amenities vary by site and allow you to work out at times and locations that is convenient for you.

Senior Days at the Prince George's Sports & Learning Complex offer FREE use of the facility's pool, fitness center and indoor walking track on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 9 am to 12 noon. Make a pledge to stay healthy and active and take advantage of this FREE workout opportunity!

Reduced rates are available for seniors 60 & better at Enterprise Golf Course , Paint Branch Golf Course and Henson Creek Golf Course . Many aquatic, exercise and fitness classes are also available throughout the county. Please refer to the “Your Guide to Parks and Recreation” quarterly publication for a list of classes, or browse class listings in SMARTlink.

Hoop It Up Basketball for Seniors

Designed for seniors, 60 & better, this NEW basketball program includes half court 3 on 3 scrimmages, shooting for time, free-throw shooting, and so much more.  Calling all seniors men who want to keep playing the sport they love! 
Tuesdays, Jan. 8 - March 26, 2013
2 pm - 3:30 pm
Free
John E. Howard Senior Activity Center
4400 Shell Street
Capital Heights, MD  20743
Call 301-735-2400 to register or for more information.

Arts Opportunities

seniors at the movies Arts opportunities abound in Prince George’s County. Check out the many offerings at community centers, Montpelier Arts Center , the Prince George's Publick Playhouse , and Harmony Hall Regional Center . Just for seniors 60 & better, the Platinum Movie Series is a FREE program at the Publick Playhouse. Take a look at the schedule and join other seniors for a fun day at the movies!





Questions about senior programs or services? Call the Help Desk at 301-699-CALL (2255), or contact the Senior Services Coordinator at seniors@pgparks.com .
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