Patricia Ortiz 25 marzo, 2026 - Courtesy of Enlace Latino NC

The Senior Services Intergenerational Center for Arts and Wellness has been named Community Partner of the Year by the North Carolina Campus Engagement Network, recognizing its groundbreaking collaboration with Wake Forest University that has transformed how students, faculty, and community members learn from and with older adults. “This partnership represents the very best of what […]

A custom-built carport sits outside a charming brick ranch on a quiet Winston-Salem street. Just beyond it, the garage door is rolled up to reveal its conversion into 84-year-old Allen Weaver’s workshop. A space that tells his life story as much as it holds his tools. Shelves line the other walls, filled with carefully labeled bins of wood scraps […]

Since 1962, Senior Services has provided our community with extraordinary care for seniors and their care partners. As Forsyth County’s older adult population grows and needs increase, Senior Services is embarking on an exciting journey to reinforce and sustain its organizational excellence and strong leadership model, in order to extend community reach and enhance the […]

Every year, hundreds of new volunteers take their very first step into service at Senior Services—and almost every one of those steps begins with a simple “hello” from Tyler Smith.  Entering the New Year is more than turning the page on the calendar—it marks a special moment in time that is rich with opportunities for new experiences and fresh starts. The […]

At 101 years old, Evelyn Funches is still sharp, quick-witted, and full of grace. Her daughter Ann, just shy of 79, is her constant companion, advocate, and caregiver. Together, they have built a life rooted in deep love and mutual respect—attending college games, traveling side-by-side, and sharing nearly every moment for decades. Their relationship, however, […]

Milner’s Southern American Restaurant Becomes a Memory Maker for People Living with Dementia

Volunteer Impact Report 2024–2025

The 7 over Seventy Awards honor 7 older adults who have made a significant impact on Forsyth County. Every year, the community is invited to submit nominations for consideration, which go through a thorough review process by the selection committee. Past honorees represent a wonderfully diverse swath of people who share one thing in common—a love for […]