What was once a lively gathering place for seniors to enjoy food on the patio, socialize with friends and explore new hobbies is now just a bittersweet memory.
The ongoing closure of the McGovern Park Senior Center has left many seniors feeling emotional and isolated. Only some have been able to go out of their way to commute to other nearby senior centers.
“I haven’t seen some of the seniors from the center since it flooded,” said Minnie Harmon, a McGovern Park regular. “I don’t know where they are, if they’re isolated in their homes or if they’re still living.”…