DeKalb for Seniors, Inc.

DeKalb For Seniors, Inc. was incorporated in 2003 to serve as the fundraising arm of the Lou Walker Senior Center.

Mission: To provide support and advice in order to generate the resources necessary to assist the Lou Walker Senior Center in fulfilling its mission for DeKalb County seniors.

We are DeKalb For Seniors, Inc. (DFSI), a volunteer board of directors with the mission of providing support and advice in order to generate the resources necessary to assist the Lou Walker Senior Center in fulfilling its mission for DeKalb seniors. Our goal is to assist the Lou Walker Center in areas of programming and funding for those items not covered by the center's budget and to be an advocate on issues for the seniors and the center.

Our organizational goals:

• To enable seniors to remain in their homes for as long as possible;
• To enhance the dignity, independence and quality of life for seniors;
• To foster interaction among and between seniors and the community.

Our Work

Some of the ways DFSI has supported the center:

• DeKalb Caregivers Resource  Network for those caring for loved ones. This monthly meeting is an opportunity for caregivers to gather in a relaxed and secure environment.
• Sponsoring and maintaining the LWSC Gift Shop
• Purchase of Baby Grand Piano through a grant
• Annual sponsorship of Medicare Open Enrollment expo
• Free COVID-19 and flu shots to members
• Sponsorship of Photography Exhibit
• Sponsorship of annual Volunteer Recognition event
• Transportation for Senior Week at the Capitol and Board of Commissioners meetings
• Along with the LWSC Volunteer Ambassadors, the Board of Directors has contributed countless volunteer hours and saved the Lou Walker Center thousands of dollars
• Serving as an advocate with the county and community on senior citizen issues