Senior Services

 

Ontario Senior Center

The Ontario Senior Center is now OPEN to the public! Come visit us Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM or call the Senior Hotline at (909) 395-2021 Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM to stay connected.

 

Monday - Friday

8 AM - 8 PM 

225 E. B Street

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Email: SeniorCenter@OntarioCA.gov this email is monitored Monday - Friday from 8 AM - 5 PM.

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About the Ontario Senior Center

The Ontario Senior Center is proud to offer multiple services for our Ontario active adults and a variety of programs, activities and classes that accompany the traditional programs that many in our community have come to depend on. The Code of Conduct is strictly enforced for all activities and programs within the Ontario Senior Center. All participants must complete an emergency card before engaging in any activity or program. Programs are subject to change due to health and safety protocols.

NEW! Senior Living Newsletter

Welcome to our new City of Ontario’s Senior Living Newsletter!

During this unprecedented time, as a city it is our goal to continue to keep everyone informed with the most up-to-date information on what is happening in our city. Enhancing the quality of life and connecting community is an important aspect of the Recreation & Community Services Department, and it is important to know that no one is alone in this. We are all in this together, and we are Ontario Strong!

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Active Seniors On the Go

Health and wellness combining light aerobic exercise, walking, corn hole and lawn bowling that aid in building up core strength and improving balance. Twenty-four week program begins in January for new participants. Available for ages 50 and up.

Day Date Time Location
Wed On-going 10 AM - 11 AM

De Anza Community & Teen Center

1405 S. Fern Ave

Thur On-going 11 AM - 12 PM

Anthony Muñoz Community Center

1240 W. 4th St.

Mon 

Tues

Thurs

On-Going 

4:30 PM -5:30 PM 

9:30a – 10:30a

Ontario Senior Center

225 E. B St

Thur On-going 9 AM - 11 AM

Dorothy A. Quesada Community Center

1010 S. Bon View Ave.

Tue/Thur On-going 10 AM - 11 AM

Westwind Community Center

2455 E. Riverside Dr.

Wed On-going 10 AM - 12 PM 

Veterans Memorial Community Center

1259 E. D Street

 

Adult Protective Services

Department of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) is dedicated to helping seniors. Call the Ontario Senior Center Hotline for an appointment at (909) 395-2021. Available for ages 65 and up.

Adult & Senior Services

A variety of social services are available through the Ontario Senior Center. Please call for referral information or to schedule an in-house appointment. Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board, West End Family Counseling, HICAP and Well-being Checks provide monthly on-site services. Available for ages 65 and up.

Beginner French

An introductory class to learn a new world language! This is
a 10-week class.

Day Dates Time Fee Ages
Thurs 4/4 – 6/6 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM $5 50 +
Bingo

Licensed bingo is offered once a week for a minimum buy-in
of $3. Double action and special cards along with ten regular
games. The Code of Conduct is strictly enforced, and all
participants must have an emergency card on file before
participating. Valid ID is required.

Day Date Time Fee
Thur 3/7 – 5/30 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM 

$3 and Up

 

Book Club

Do you enjoy reading? If so, participate in our monthly book
club and discuss topics that interest you

Day Date Time Fee Age
Mon  2nd & 4th of ea/month 10 AM -10:30 AM  Free 50 years +
Chair Yoga

Build up core strength and improve balance with the aid of a chair while doing a variety of yoga moves. Available for ages 50 and up.

Day Dates Time Fee
Tue 3/5 – 3/26 10 AM - 11 AM  $10
Wed 3/6 – 3/27 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM $10
Wed 4/3 – 4/24 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM $10
Tue 4/2 – 4/30 10 AM – 11 AM $10
Wed 5/1 – 5/29 9:30 AM  – 10:30 AM  $10
Tue 5/7 – 5/28 10 AM - 11 AM  $10

 

Cinema Club

Bi-monthly cinematic experience featuring one English movie and
one Spanish movie.

English

Day Dates Time Fee
Mon 3/18, 4/15, 5/20 1:30p – 3:30p Free

Spanish

Day Dates Time Fee
Mon

 3/4, 4/1, 5/6

1:30p – 3:30p Free
Coloring Club

Embrace your artistic side and join others for a relaxing, socializing
afternoon of coloring.

Day Dates Time Fee Ages
Mon 1st & 3rd ea./mo. 12:30 Pm - 1:30 PM  Free 50 +
Computers

Computers

Staff teach practical classes for the beginning level only. Must be able to attend all three classes. Available for ages 50+.

Beginning English

Day Dates Time Fee
Tue

3/12 – 3/26

4/16 – 4/30

5/14 – 5/28

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM $6

Clases De Computacion En Español 

Day Dates Time Fee
Wed

3/13 – 3/27

4/10 – 4/24

5/15 – 5/29

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM $6

Intermediate English

Day Dates Time Fee
Wed

3/13 – 3/27

4/10 – 4/24

5/15 – 5/29

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM $6
Conversational English

An introductory class for practicing English for everyday
conversation.

Day Dates Time Fee Age
Thurs 3/7 – 4/25 11 AM - 12 PM $10 50 +
Conversational Spanish On Zoom

A class for learning to use Spanish in everyday conversations that include books and an audio CD. Available for ages 50 and up.

Level Day Dates Time Fee
Intermediate Wed 3/6 – 5/8 1 PM - 2 PM $10
Advanced Wed 3/6 – 5/8 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM $10
Beginner Fri 3/8 – 5/10 1 PM - 2 PM $10
Beginner II Fri 3/8 – 5/10 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM $10

 

Craft Class

Hands-on activities to promote small motor skills and fun! The
fee includes materials for each two-week class.

Class Day Dates Time Fee
Mrs. Easter Wed 3/6 – 3/27 12:30p – 1:30p $6
Hula Lantern  Wed 4/3 – 4/24 12:30p – 1:30p $6
Vintage Tea Pot Wed 5/1 – 5/22 12:30p – 1:30p $6
Dance it Up!

Dance It Up! is an exercise class that will focus on dancing to different genres and themes every week. This program will help active adults improve their rhythm as well as increase their strength and endurance. Dance It Up! will also be a fun way to make new friends and build confidence.

Day Dates Time Fee
Wed On-Going 10 AM- 10:30 AM Free

 

Department of Aging and Adult Services (D.A.A.S)

The Department of Aging and Adult Services (D.A.A.S) is
dedicated to assisting seniors by providing bus passes and
farmers market vouchers when available

Day Date Time Fee Age
Tue 3/12 10 AM -12 PM Free 65 years +
Tue 4/9 10 AM - 12 PM  Free 65 years +
Tue 5/14 10 AM - 12 PM  Free 65 years +
Excursions

Participants must pre-register online or at the Ontario Senior Center. Trips will be canceled if minimum registration is not met by the trip deadline. 

Ontario Senior Center

225 E. B St.  (909) 395-2021

 

Location Day Date Time Fee Age
The Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden- Bus Trip  Tue 3/19 9 AM - 5 PM $13/$15† 50 years +
Morongo Casino-Bus Trip  Tue 4/16 9 AM - 6 PM $13/$15† 50 years +
Irvine Spectrum-Bus Trip Tue 5/21 9 AM - 5 PM $13/$15† 50 years +

*Non-resident Fee.

 

Participants must pre-register online or at the De Anza Community & Teen Center. Trips will be canceled if minimum registration is not met by the trip deadline. 

De Anza Community & Teen Center

1405 S. Fern Ave  (909) 395-2030

Location Day Date Time Fee Age
Morongo Tue 3/26 9:00a – 6:00p $13/$15† 50 
Irvine Spectrum Center Tue 4/23 10:00a – 5:00p $13/$15† 50 +

*Non-resident Fee.

Participants must pre-register online or at the Dorothy A. Quesada Community Center. Trips will be canceled if minimum registration is not met by the trip deadline

 

Dorothy A. Quesada Community & Teen Center

1405 S. Fern Ave  (909) 395-2030

Location Day Date Time Fee Age
Aquarium of the Pacific 3/16 Sat 9 AM - 2 PM $10 50 +

 

*Non-resident Fee.

Participants must pre-register online or at the Westwind Community Center. Trips will be canceled if minimum registration is not met by the trip deadline

 

Westwind Community Center

2455 E. Riverside Dr.  (909) 395-2506

 

Location Day Date Time Fee Age
Santa Ana Zoo Wed 3/13 9 AM - 5 PM  $13/$15 50 +
Dodger Game  Wed 4/17 9 AM - 4 PM  $13/$15 50 +
Heritage Museum of Orange County  Sun  5/5 9 AM - 3 PM  $13/$15 50 +

*Non-resident Fee.


 

Express Yourself through Painting

Get in touch with your inner child and bring out the artistic and
creative side of you.

Day Dates Time Fee Ages
T/TH On-Going 4 PM - 6 PM  Free 50 +
Friday Night Dance

Ballroom-style dancing meets Latino flare on a beautiful wood floor featuring live music. Adding a Latino night for Spanish music only. Each participant must have an emergency card on file. Dances are offered on three Friday nights each month. Available for ages 50 and up.

Day Dates Time Fee
Fri

 3/1, 4/5, 5/3

3/8, 4/12, 5/10

3/22, 4/26, 5/24

6 PM - 9 PM $4

 

Game Room

Open daily, and equipped with 4 regulation-sized pool tables, 2 game tables, a TV, a dartboard, and plenty of action.

Day Date Time Fee Age
Mon - Fri  On-Going 8 AM - 8 PM Free 50+

 

H.I.C.A.P. MEDICAL & MEDICARE Q&A

Visit with a representative from H.I.C.A.P. (Health Insurance
Counseling and Advocacy Program) regarding the upcoming
open enrollment period. Pre-registration required.

Inland Counties Legal Services

 

Provides legal help for Estate Planning, Public Benefits, and
more. Every first Monday of the month except for legal holidays.
Please call (909) 476-9252 for an appointment.

 

Day Date Time
Mon 1st ea./mo. 11:30a – 12:30p

 

Jewelry Club

Learn how to create rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces while
socializing with new and familiar friends.

Day Dates Time Fee Age
M/W 3/4 – 3/27 4 PM - 6 PM  $6 50 +
M/W 4/1 – 4/29 4 PM - 6 PM  $6 50 +
M/W 5/6 – 5/29 4 PM - 6 PM  $6 50 +
Knitting & Crocheting Club

Three hours each Friday morning, bring your own materials. Available for ages 50 and up.

Day Dates Time Fee
Fri On-Going  8:30 AM - 11:30 AM Free

 

Line Dancing

Learn the basics of line dancing in a fun and social fitness
environment. Line dancing is a perfect exercise for improving
coordination, and balance and increasing cardiovascular health.

Level Day Dates Time Fee
Advanced Line Dance Tue

3/5 – 3/26

4/2 – 4/23

5/7 – 5/28

4 PM - 4;50 PM  $10
Beginning Line Dance  Tue

3/5 – 3/26

4/2 – 4/23

5/7 – 5/28

5 PM - 5:50 PM  $10
Lite Moves

Co-ed FUN five days a week, with stretching, bending, and small movement activities. Available for ages 50 and up.

Day Dates Time Fee
Mon - Fri On-Going 9 AM - 9:30 AM Free

 

Math Class

Students receive refresher information for basic-level math. Must
be able to attend all four classes.

Day Dates Time Fee
Fri

English & Spanish:

1/5 – 1/26

2/2 – 2/23

1:30p – 2:30p $6
Medical & Medicare Q&A

Visit with a representative from HI-CAP (Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program) regarding the upcoming open enrollment period.

Pre-registration is encouraged. Please call the Ontario Senior Hotline at (909) 395-2021.

Day

Dates Time Age

Thur

1st and 3rd  every month 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM 50+
Nutrition

Serving a nutritious meal Monday through Friday. No meals can be removed from the site.

Day Date Time Fee Age
Mon - Fri On-Going 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Free 60+

 

Paint and Sip

A fun way to learn about expressing artistic perceptions.
Participants can paint, listen to music, enjoy a snack and
a non-alcoholic beverage.

Day Date Time Fee Age
Mon

1/22

2/26

5 PM - 7 PM  $6 50 years +
P.A.L.S (Phone Assurance Line)

Register and one of the volunteers will give your loved ones a call for companionship, give referrals, and provide much needed social interaction.

Day Dates Time Fee Age
Mon - Fri On Going 3 PM - 5 PM Free 50+

 

Photography Club

Bring your own camera Single Lens Reflex (SLR) recommended. Available for ages 50 and up.

Day Date Time Fee
Mon

3/11, 3/25,
4/8, 4/22, 5/13

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Free

 

Quarterly Birthday Celebration

For birthdays in October, November, or December register by
Wednesday, September 27th for games, gifts, and more! In-person
or by phone.

Day Date Time Fee
Wed 5/8 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM  Free
Sewing Club

Three hours each Tuesday, bring your own materials. Open to ages 50+

Day Dates Time Fee
Tue On-Going 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM Free

 

Silver S.T.A.R.S Transportation

The City of Ontario offers free transportation to and from the Ontario Senior Center for Ontario residents. This service is available Monday- Friday from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. All pick-up and drop-off times are pre-scheduled. For our Ontario active adults 62 years and up. For more information and to schedule an appointment, please call (909)-395-2886

Smartphone Class

An introduction 3-week class to features on both Android and
iPhones. Dates and times vary. Taught in both English and
Spanish

Ages 50 +

Class Day Dates Times Age
Iphone English  Mon

3/4 – 3/18

4/1 – 4/15

5/6 – 5/20 

8:30a – 9:30a 50 years +
Android English  Mon

3/4 – 3/18

4/1 – 4/15

5/6 – 5/20

10:00a – 11:00a 50 years +
Iphone Spanish Fri

3/8 – 3/22

4/5 – 4/19

5/10 – 5/24

8:30a – 9:30a 50 years +
Android Spanish Fri

3/8 – 3/22

4/5 – 4/19

5/10 – 5/24

10:00a – 11:00a 50 years +

 

Social Hour

Spend the afternoon hanging out and making new friends.
A sweet treat will be provided

Day Dates Time Fee Ages
Wed 2nd & 4th ea./mo. 4 PM - 5 PM Free 50 +
Special Afternoon Activities

Active adults are welcome to celebrate special activities throughout
the month. Each event is different, unique, and fun!

Activity Dates Time Fee
Women's History Month Mon 3/11 2 PM - 4 PM  Free
Earth Day & National
Picnic Day
Mon 4/22 2 PM - 4 PM  Free
Cinco de Mayo Fri 5/3 2 PM - 4 PM  Free
Mental Health Awareness Mon 5/20 2 PM - 4 PM  Free
Tai Chi

Tai Chi involves a series of slow gentle movements,
physical postures, a meditative state of mind, and
controlled breathing.

Day Date Time Fee
Mon On-Going 10 AM - 10:30 AM Free
Walking Club

Co-ed walkers meet most Tuesday mornings. Participants will be earning incentives for completing circuits of 5-mile increments. Available for ages 50 and up.

Day Dates Time Fee
Tue On-going 10 AM - 11 AM Free

 

West End Coloring Group

The West End Family Counseling Services provides a
therapeutic coloring group to assist with overall mental health
and wellness.

Day Dates Time Fee Ages
Thurs 2nd & 4th ea./mo. 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Free 50 +
Who Am I? Discover My Ancestry

Begin your journey into the past and discover new information
about your ancestors.

Day Dates Time Fee
Tues 3/5, 4/2, 5/7  5 PM -6 PM $5
Wii Fit Club

Virtual game enjoyment includes small movement skills with
eye/hand coordination and tracking. Stay fit while having fun.

Day Date Time Fee
Wed On-going 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM Free

 

Yoga

A healthy alternative for physical fitness, balance, and core strength. Includes stretching exercises. All participants are asked to wear loose-fitting clothing and bring a mat. Available in person and on Zoom. Available for ages 50 and up.

Day Dates Time Fee Instructor
Mon 3/4 – 3/25 10 AM – 11 AM $10 Rhonda Quinn
Wed 3/6 – 3/27 11 AM – 12 PM $10 Rhonda Quinn
Wed 4/3 – 4/24 11 AM – 12 PM $10 Rhonda Quinn
Mon 4/1 – 4/29 10 AM – 11 AM $10 Rhonda Quinn
Wed 5/1 – 5/29 11 AM – 12 PM $10 Rhonda Quinn
Mon 5/6 – 5/20 10 AM – 11 AM $10 Rhonda Quinn

 

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