Crow River Senior Center

The Crow River Senior Center is a community of fantastic people from Albertville, Hanover, St. Michael, and surrounding communities. Their mission is to enrich lives by providing programs, services, social activities, and a welcoming gathering place for adults over 50.

Do you have to be a resident of St. Michael to participate in the Center’s programs?

No, the Center is open to anyone and is a joint program of the Cities of St. Michael, Albertville, and Hanover, and Senior Community Services. We focus on serving the communities and surrounding areas of these three cities.

Is there a charge to belong to the Center?

There are no center membership fees, though select services, special events or trips may have a cost to participate. Donations to the Center are always welcome to help support low and no cost programming and activities.

What types of programs are offered at the Center? 

Center programming includes a variety of fitness classes, games, artistic and crafting activities, book clubs, discussion groups, health and wellness services, legal services, safe driving courses, technology support and coaching, and more. View the current activity and event calendar and newsletter on the Center’s website to see all currently scheduled activities.

The Center also depends on volunteers to assist with a variety of tasks. Email information@crowriverseniorcenter.com or call 763-497-8900 to learn about current opportunities.

Is there a senior dining program in St. Michael?

Lunches are served at the Center Tuesday through Thursday each week at noon. The cost is $5.00 per meal and reservations for the upcoming week must be made by Friday at 2 p.m. Cancellations must be made at least one day prior to the meal by calling the Center at 763-497-8900. View the current activity and event calendar and newsletter on the Center’s website for the monthly menu.

Is there a Meals on Wheels program?

The Meals on Wheels program is available for individuals who would like a hot, fresh, home-delivered meal. The program is coordinated by CROSS Services in Rogers. Call 763-425-1050, extension 103 to learn more and sign up.

Are health and wellness services offered in St. Michael?

A variety of fitness classes are hosted at the Center each month. Also, each month, Affinity Hearing schedules appointments for free hearing screenings and Wright County Public Health schedules appointments for foot care ($20). View the current activity and event calendar and newsletter on the Center’s website for available dates and scheduling information.

Does the Wellness on Wheels (WOW) van visit St. Michael?

The WOW program is offered by Wright County Public Health. Visit the website or call 763-335-0280 for more information about services offered, event sites, and scheduling.

Are 55+ driving classes offered?
Each month at the Center, the Minnesota Highway Safety and Research Center hosts a 4-hour refresher course for the 55+ Driver Discount Program. There is a fee for the course. Registration is required via mnsafetycenter.org or by calling 1-888-234-1294. 

Is AARP Tax Aide available in St. Michael?
Help with income tax is available at the Center from February through April. Beginning in January, view the current activity and event calendar and newsletter on the Center’s website for available dates and scheduling information.

Are trips offered through the Center?
Yes, a variety of day trips are scheduled throughout the year. Trips generally have a cost associated with them. View the current activity and event calendar and newsletter on the Center’s website for upcoming trips and registration information.

Are there support groups offered in the area?

The Center hosts two support groups each month, one for Caregiver Support and another specifically for those impacted by Parkinson’s Disease. The Center also regularly hosts a Memory Café for those affected by any form of memory loss or dementia. There is no cost to attend. View the current activity and event calendar and newsletter on the Center’s website for upcoming dates and registration information.

Is there a senior transportation service?

The following transportation options for older adults are available in and around Wright County:

Great River Faith In Action
763-263-4277

Medical Assistance (MA) Transportation
1-866-467-1724

Trailblazer Transit
Buffalo Office
763-682-1600 or 1-844-743-3828

Glencoe Office
320-864-1000 or 1-888-743-3828

Wright County Community Action – Senior Assisted Transportation

Dispatch 320-963 – 6500 ext. 241
Program Manager 320-963 – 6500 ext. 274

Community partners that share our mission:

Central Minnesota Council on Aging (CMCOA)
1-800-333-2433

Family Youth Community Connections (FYCC)
763-496-6820

Senior Community Services
952-541-1019

Senior LinkAge Line
1-800-333-2433

Buffalo Senior Center
Open Monday – Friday

206 Central Ave
Buffalo, MN 55313
763-682-6036

Monticello Senior Center
Open Monday – Friday
505 Walnut Street, Suite 3
Monticello, MN 55362
763-295-2000

Hanover Golden Age Club
Meets the first Tuesday of each month at 12:00 pm at Hanover City Hall. To learn more, contact Donna Grabbert at 763-267-7986.