Business Spotlight: The Payson Senior Center

The Payson Senior Center has been serving Rim Country’s older adults since 1985, but many residents don’t know the full scope of what happens inside those doors every day.

Beyond the well-known Meals on Wheels program (140+ meals delivered daily), the Senior Center offers congregate lunches where seniors gather for a hot meal and social time. Health and wellness programs including exercise classes and health screenings. Social activities and educational programs. Resource referrals for transportation, housing, and healthcare. Volunteer opportunities for community members of all ages.

“People think of us as a place for lunch,” says the Center’s team. “But we’re really a community hub. We’re connecting seniors with resources, keeping them engaged, and often we’re the safety net that keeps someone living independently.”

The Senior Center is located at 514 W. Main Street in Payson and is open Monday through Friday. Congregate lunch is served daily at noon — all adults 60+ are welcome. No reservation needed, no income requirements. Just show up.

To learn more about programs, volunteer opportunities, or to refer a senior who might need services, call (928) 474-4874.