Uptown Shepherd's Center

The Uptown Shepherd's Center is a senior activity center open to those 60 years and older.  Various activities, classes, exercise, hot lunch and transportation to and from the Center are available.  This gives the clients an outlet for socialization, mental and physical stimulation and provides an enabling perspective to deal with aging and maintaining independence.

Service learners may participate in any of our activities at the center, assist with classes (computer, sewing, French or Spanish, Wii bowling), teach computer skills, assist staff in serving and preparing lunch, host special events at the Center, converse with and listen to seniors, play games with seniors, and assist with fundraisers.  Students will gain an appreciation for senior interests and capabilities, new insights regarding challenges seniors face in our society, the realization that age doesn't define a person, and an exposure to gerontology as a career.

Location

Carrollton Methodist Church 
921 S. Carrollton Avenue

Transportation

5 minute drive from Loyola
10 minute bike ride from Loyola.  Click here for bike directions.
15 minutes via public transit
20 minute walk from Loyola

Take the St. Charles streetcar outbound (toward Tulane, not downtown).  Exit at Carrollton & Freret.

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Days and times

The center is open from 9:00 am - 2:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

Preservice requirements

Interested students will be interviewed. An open and caring attitude is also required.

Contact

Sylvia Warren, jwarren115@aol.com, 504.314.0300