Frequently Asked Questions

1. I am new to the area. What's a good way to get involved at a Multipurpose Center?
   What activities you participate in and how often are up to you! Signing up for monthly day trips, lunch & learn programs or ongoing interest activities are good ways to meet new Seniors like yourself, and wonderful ways to get you started. Call the Centers for specific details and join the fun!



2. I wish to participate in Multipurpose Center activities. Do I need to use the one nearest my house?
   No, Seniors, age 55 and above, are welcome to participate in trips, classes, special events and designated ongoing activities at any of the five Multipurpose Centers. For a map showing the location of each Multipurpose Center available, please refer to our facilities page.



3. Do you have dances at the Multipurpose Centers?
   Most Multipurpose Centers host occasional evening dances. Some of the Centers have Dance Clubs that meet at their facilities regularly. Check with the Center nearest you for a schedule.



4. Do you have pool tables at the Multipurpose Centers?
   Currently the Multipurpose Centers that have pool tables are Windy Hill, West Cobb, East Cobb, and Freeman Poole. They are available for use from 8:30a.m. - 4:30p.m, M-F, unless there is a pre-arranged class or program.



5. How do you decide where to put the Centers and when to enlarge them?
   The Atlanta Regional Commission provides us with demographics based on census information. In addition, we periodically do zip code studies of those who attend the facilities. Land availability is also an important factor. When a facility is consistently filled to capacity we explore funding sources and spend the funds where the need is the greatest.



6. Are the Multipurpose Centers available for rent to non-senior groups?
   The Center's are available for senior groups to use as a meeting space based upon availability of rooms and dates, during regular business hours. The Centers are not available for private parties or non-senior groups. An application for rental or room reservation is to be filled out and returned to the Center, where availability will be checked by the facility coordinator.



7. Do I need the Senior Day Center or another center?
   The Senior Day Center is an Adult Day Care Center. Clients are offered medical monitoring, some nursing care, personal assistance, and participation in recreational programs and interaction with other adults. It allows the caregiver the opportunity to remain employed or to have a respite.
   
   Individuals who would benefit from the Senior Day Center may suffer from physical limitations and/or memory loss. For example, physical limitations can be related to strokes, arthritis, and osteoporosis. Some participants need medical monitoring due to chronic illnesses including diabetes, congestive heart failure, Parkinson’s disease, and depression. Clients may have hearing or visual impairments. Individuals with memory loss may have a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, stroke related dementia, or other types of dementia.



8. Do you provide transportation outside of Cobb County?
   No.



9. Do you provide transportation to the Multipurpose Centers?
   No. The Multipurpose Centers do not meet the qualification criteria of the grant programs, such as transportation.



10. Is there a membership fee required to belong to a Multipurpose Center?
    No. Cobb's Multipurpose Centers do not require Seniors age 55 to pay any membership fees. Many Centers have honor libraries, pool tables and classes available to drop in at no charge. Some other activities, trips or programs are fee based.



11. Can I volunteer with Cobb Senior Services?
    We welcome volunteers at our Multipurpose, as well as our Neighborhood Centers. To explore volunteer opportunities, please contact the Center nearest you. To volunteer for our Meals on Wheels or Computers 4 Seniors programs, please contact our Coordinator of Vounteerism & Advocacy at 770.528.1447
    
12. Where do I apply for Medicaid?
    If you have children you can apply at the Department of Family and Children Services.
    
    If you are an adult under the age of 65 yrs old you must apply with Social Security for Disability.
    
    If you are 65 yrs old, or disabled and Social Security denied your application, then you can apply thru Medicaid for limited coverage.



13. Do I automatically qualify for Medicare when I turn 65 yrs old?
    No, you must call the local Social Security office (1-800-772-1213) to verify if you qualify based on the number of quarters (yrs) you have worked.



14. What do people do at the Neighborhood Centers and do they eat there?
    The Neighborhood Centers provide nutrition, health, counseling and educational programs, as well as shopping and recreational trips. Leisure activities, such as music, arts and crafts, games, special events and daily exercising, are also offered. The centers are opened M-F from 8-4.  We provide a hot nutritious noonday meal to eligible Seniors.



15. Do you offer transportation service to the Neighborhood Centers?
    Transportation Services are provided to those Seniors who have been determined eligible by an assessment as needing the service.



16. Can an assessment for services be completed over the telephone?
    Assessments can only be completed face-to-face with the potential client and the Program Leader. Interviews are usually scheduled between 2:00P.M. and 4:00P.M.