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1. How do I join the Hoover Senior Center?

To join the Hoover Senior Center, you will need to join in person at the Hoover Senior Center on 400 Municipal Drive Hoover, AL 35216.  Membership is available to those 55 and up. We accept registration between 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM Monday through Friday.  You would need to be prepared to show your identification, proof of residency and pay your membership fee (cash or check only).  

2. Do I have to be a resident of Hoover to become a member of the Hoover Senior Center?

No, non-residents may purchase non-resident membership for an annual fee of $25 that allows you to participate in the programs and activities offered at this facility only. The Hoover Recreation Center is not included with this membership.

3. Where can I find your monthly activities calendar?

Our monthly activities calendar can be found in our monthly newsletter, which can be downloaded here: http://hooveralabama.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6388/Hoover-Senior-Center-newsletter  If you would like to be added to our monthly newsletter email list send an email to: hooverseniorcenter@hooveralabama.gov with "newsletter" in the subject line.

4. Do you provide transportation services to your facility?

Yes, we do. Transportation to the facility is provided through a grant program funded by Jefferson County. To be eligible you must live in the Jefferson County portion of Hoover or the Hoover Senior Center must be the closest facility to your residence. A form must be filled out and approved through the Office of Senior Citizens Services of Jefferson County. This process may take 4 to 6 weeks or longer. You will be at the center for approximately 4 hours each day you choose to attend.

5. Do you serve meals at your facility and if so, who is eligible?

Yes, daily meals are provided through a grant program funded by Jefferson County. To be eligible for the meal program you must be at least 60 years of age and a resident of Jefferson County. Donations for meals are accepted. There are a limited number of meals available each day. A form must be filled out in order to participate in the program.

6. How do I enroll in classes?

Many of our classes operate on a first come first serve basis and you would not need to enroll and would only require you to check in at the Welcome Desk upon entry to the Center. 

For classes and events that do require your enrollment, they will be identified as such in the description portion of our newsletter or flyer. To actually pre-register, you may do so via in person, via phone call and/ or email if no registration fee is required. For programs requesting additional fees, our staff and/or volunteers at our Welcome Desk will either accept payment or give you specifics.  Correct change if paying in cash is always appreciated.       

7. How do I get evaluated to be able to participate in classes?

To get evaluated to participate in the advanced active classes, you would need to arrive early to class, introduce yourself to the instructor and explain your current level of fitness. (If needed, you may want to  your doctor to give you fitness restrictions so that you could self-monitor doing only what your doctor releases you to do.)  

8. Do you have any volunteer opportunities?

Yes, for a listing of opportunities click here.

9. If I am a member, am I allowed to bring a guest(s) with me to the facility or any of the functions?

Yes, you are allowed one free guest pass each year with your membership to participate in activities at the facility. The guest must be at least 55 years of age and must fill out a guest pass at the welcome desk. There are exceptions when it comes to certain functions. Please call 205-739-6700 for further information.

10. Are you open on weekends?

No, our hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM-4:00 PM except on Holidays. Please see a listing of the Holidays on the main page.

11. Is the facility available to rent?

No, we do not rent our facility for outside functions, However, there are other facilities available through the Parks and Recreation Department. For a list of facilities, click here.