DeKalb, County, Georgia – The Lou Walker Senior Center has been recognized as a Nationally Accredited Senior Center of Excellence by the National Council on Aging’s National Institute of Senior Centers. Only 200 centers nationwide have earned the accreditation. While the Lou Walker Senior Center is the only one in DeKalb to earn the recognition, the county says it plans to work towards accreditation for all of DeKalb’s senior centers.
Goode Van Slyke Architecture designed the Senior Center, which opened in 2005. Its goal was to become a world-class center where people are valued, respected, and helped to age well. The Lithonia, Georgia facility features learning areas, a pool, computer lab, kitchen and a hair salon featuring a barbershop and spa. The center offers dozens of classes including fitness, technology, martial arts, self defense, dance, music, art, drama, public speaking, photography and more.
Any citizen of DeKalb County who is aged 55 and over, and non-residents who participate in Silver Sneakers programs, are eligible to participate.
Goode Van Slyke is an innovative, versatile architectural firm best known for its work on the new Mercedes Benz Stadium, including the offices of the Atlanta Falcons. Its portfolio includes mixed-use and multifamily residential communities ranging from luxury to affordable, senior and student housing; office buildings; educational, healthcare and government facilities; performing arts centers, museums and cultural centers; broadcasting studios; aviation facilities; and master plans for large-scale developments and redevelopments. Founded in 1996, GVSA celebrates its 25th anniversary this summer. For more information, visit www.GVSA.com.