HBCOA 714.374.1524 • SENIOR CENTER IN CENTRAL PARK 714.536.5600 • HOAG HEALTH & WELLNESS PAVILION 714.374.1578 • TRANSPORTATION 714.374.1742
Our Message
HBCOA at the forefront of aging issues
Officially recognized by the City Council of Huntington Beach as representing its local senior citizens, the HBCOA was awarded non-profit status in 1973 and has always been at the forefront of aging issues. During the design stage of the new Senior Center in Central Park, the City Council directed the HBCOA to provide input related to the overall design of the new center.
Message, Information & Updates
We are deeply appreciative of our ability to support the senior center to provide critical services, programs, information, and educational resources that empower Huntington Beach's older adults to live well and age well. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to our HBCOA members, dedicated volunteers, community partners, and generous donors. Your ongoing support is the foundation of everything we achieve. We are equally thankful for the commitment and hard work of our senior center staff.
If you are not yet a member, volunteer, or donor, I invite you to become part of our community.
~ Carolyn Ross
President's Message
What a wonderful community Huntington Beach is!
Imagine my surprise when I was contacted by Fred's Mexican Cafe to let me know they wanted to make a donation to HBCOA. Fred's is celebrating 25 years of serving our community, and to mark this milestone, they're donating to a different local nonprofit each month. The giant check was impressive—both literally and figuratively—but what meant even more was the generosity and community spirit behind it. I was honored to receive this generous gift in the City Council chambers, along with recognition certificates from Supervisor Janet Nguyen, Mayor Casey McKeon, and Senator Tony Strickland. I wish everyone could see all the wonderful things happening in Huntington Beach and the many people and businesses committed to supporting our senior community. I feel incredibly fortunate to witness it firsthand. Lucky me!
Lindsay DuFresne — HBCOA President
Hello Senior Center Members,
August is here, and while it may be the hottest month of the year - and for me growing up, the dreaded reminder that summer break was ending - that’s definitely not the case around here anymore. At the Senior Center in Central Park, August has become one of our most active and energizing months. First, I want to give one more big “Happy Birthday!” to our Senior Center. Our 10‑year anniversary concert in July was a wonderful celebration of how much this community has grown and how many connections have been built over the past decade. This month we’re excited for our 4 annual Grandparents Day, an intergenerational favorite full of crafts, activities, and family fun. It’s a day that truly brings all ages together and highlights the heart of our community. We’re also gearing up for our biggest event of the year - the Active Living Expo on Saturday, September 19 . With new vendors, fresh entertainment, and plenty of familiar favorites, it’s the perfect opportunity to discover resources, connect with programs, and celebrate active aging. Our staff work incredibly hard to make this event shine, and we hope you’ll join us and help make it another great success. And don’t forget - our new summer activity, Chair Volleyball, continues this month! Join us in the Parkview Room on August 19 . It’s free, lighthearted, and a really fun way to get moving while sharing a few laughs. From celebrations to new activities to gearing up for the Expo, August is full of opportunities to stay engaged and connected. Thank you for helping make the Senior Center in Central Park such a vibrant and welcoming place for all.
Scott Getman - Recreation Supervisor