The City of Colorado Springs, in partnership with the YMCA of the Pikes Peak region, has opened a new Senior Center. The opening was marked by a ribbon cutting and open house attended by about 500 residents and community leaders.
The Senior Center is the result of a collaboration in which the City provides the facility and the YMCA manages programming and operations. The new building offers 23,000 square feet of space, which is an increase of nearly 6,000 square feet over the previous center. Features include indoor pickleball courts, expanded classrooms, a technology learning area, dedicated dining space, and outdoor gathering areas.
“This brand-new, 23,000-square-foot Senior Center is more than brick and mortar. it is a promise that Colorado Springs is, and will remain, a city for our seniors,” said Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade. “Our seniors are the backbone of this community. They have raised families, built businesses, served in our military, and poured their hearts into the life of our city in countless ways. This new Senior Center stands as a reflection of our commitment to honor them, support them, and create spaces where they can continue to flourish for years to come.”
“We are thrilled to open our state-of-the-art Senior Center in Colorado Springs, a vibrant space where seniors can Connect, Discover, and Enjoy,” said Tom Lathrop, Operations Director for the YMCA of the Pikes Peak region. “After two years of dedicated effort, this welcoming facility offers triple the parking, wider hallways for easy access, and more activity rooms filled with opportunities for enriching experiences. We invite our community to join us in building lasting connections for years to come.”
Planning for the project took two years before construction began in July 2024. Initial site work started in October 2023. Funding came from several sources: almost $12.4 million from America Rescue Plan Act funds along with contributions from Lyda Hill Philanthropies, Colorado Springs Health Foundation, and federal Community Development Block Grant program support. The total cost is estimated at $15.3 million.
For further details about programming or amenities at the new center: seniorcenter.ppymca.org.
