City of Clovis in California of Clovis, California

Clovis Senior Services sponsors a wide range of classes, programs and activities to promote healthy and independent living for individuals 50 years and older. No membership fee is required, although classes and sessions have a small activity fee and/or registration fee. Also, participants are asked to complete a confidential registration form with contact information in the case of emergencies.

Join friends, old and new, for lunch at the Clovis Senior Activity Center. Donations are accepted, but if you’re 60 years of age of over, we’re happy to serve you whether or not you choose to donate. Call the Clovis Senior Activity Center by 11:00 am the day before you plan to visit so a meal can be reserved for you.

We also welcome other guests for a small fee to cover the cost of the meal. Arrangements may be made at the center for the delivery of meals for homebound seniors who are unable to visit our site for lunch. The meal program is funded in part through a grant from the Fresno-Madera Area Agency on Aging.

Senior Activity Services programs, which include:

•Leisure activities
•Educational opportunities
•Advocacy services
•Nutritional lunch and Homebound Meals
•Health/wellness/fitness programs
•Information & Assistance
•Transportation
•Volunteer opportunities
•Tax and forms assistance
•Library and computer lab
•Health Insurance Assistance (HIC
•Loan Closet

Social events range from dances and holiday parties to trips and informal gatherings. On more than a few occasions, single seniors have met and developed meaningful relationships with other singles. In fact, the center has been the site of three weddings. Classes vary in intensity, from low-impact to more strenuous and demanding activities.

Among the services available for seniors at the center is information on qualifying and applying for Renters Assistance, which involves financial aid for low-income seniors.

The Clovis Senior Center programs are for senior citizens who are independent and can care for their own personal needs. We are not a daycare facility and there is no medical staff on site. Seniors are welcome to bring an attendant or care giver with them in order to enjoy our services and programs.

In addition to classes, activities and programs, seniors are welcome to drop in for coffee, cards and conversation. Call the center for more information at 559-324-2750.

Services provided :

  • food pantry
  • health education
  • exercise & fitness
  • tax preparation
  • recreation
  • navigating the system
  • advocacy & legal aid
  • meals

Appointments :

You can privately and easily book your appointment online for select services 24/7. For the full set of services, you can call (559) 324-2750 to book your appointment.

Address :

850 4th St,
Clovis, CA 93612.
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Hours Of Operations :

  • Mon: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Tues: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Wed: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Thurs: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Fri: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
  • Sat: Closed
  • Sun: Closed

Help Residents of Counties:

  • Fresno
  • Madera

Appointments

You can privately and easily book your appointment online for select services 24/7.

For the full set of services, you can call (559) 324-2750 to book your appointment. Staff can also answer any questions you may have.

Food Pantry in Near By County

Tips for Visiting a Food Pantry

Show up early.

This is very important. This means you will be first in line and have a chance to get the items that are sought after and in limited quantities such as fresh produce, dairy and frozen food.

You don't usually need to show up hours ahead of time but coming at least an hour before is usually a good idea.

Remember all documentation.

Many food pantries require documentation to prove who you are, and in some cases, where you live.

This is to make sure people are not coming more than they are allowed or using fake names to do so. Call ahead of time to find out what documentation is needed.

It's just your photo ID and a piece of mail that verifies your address.

Use several food banks.

Using more than one food bank (when available) is smart because you may be able to get something at one that you may not get at another.

For instance, one may have a deal with a local gardener that gives them their extras. This may mean this food bank has more produce.

Eligible for other programs?

Ask your Department of Social Services office if you are eligible for other assistance programs to supplement your household’s food supply.

They can easily tell you if you can apply for WIC (Women and Infant Children), USDA Commodities or SNAP(Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits.

Ask about extras.

If you have special needs for infants or special diets, the pantries may be able to assist you.

Many times, they can help with diapers, baby formula, baby food, personal hygiene products, and even special diet items like gluten free or sugar free foods.

Go on different days of the week.

Depending on the food pantry, they may be open only one or two days a week or they may be open all seven days. When you have a choice, going midweek is often best as it is less crowded.

Be polite to workers.

Nearly everyone at a food bank is a volunteer. Be polite to the workers there as they often deal with highly emotional situations.

FAQ(Frequently Asked Questions)

1. What is the difference between a food bank and a food pantry?

Independent community food pantries are self-governing and usually distribute food to their clients on a once-a-month basis. A food bank is the storehouse for millions of pounds of food and other products that go out to the community. A food pantry functions as the arms that reach out to that community directly.

2. What kind of food is at a food pantry?

Specifically, food banks often need items like:

  • Peanut butter
  • Canned soup
  • Canned fruit
  • Canned vegetables
  • Pasta
  • Canned beans
  • Canned stew
  • Canned fish

3. Who can go to food pantry?

At the majority of food pantries, eligibility is based on self-attested need. You do not need to have a referral, and income is not a factor to receive food.

4. What is the difference between a food pantry and a soup kitchen?

A food pantry provides three-day food packages to families that have a place to live, but not enough food. These packages are designed to provide nutritionally balanced meals. Soup kitchens serve individuals in need of a hot meal, the only meal of the day for many of them.

5. How does a food pantry work?

Food Banks acquire large donations of edible but unmarketable food from the food industry and distribute it to organizations that feed hungry people. Then they provide this food to family in a need.