Davidson County Senior Centers receive National Accreditation

Davidson County, NC – The Davidson County Senior Centers in Lexington and Thomasville were awarded accreditation from the National Institute of Senior Centers (NISC) on July 17. Led by Davidson County Department of Senior Services, both centers are also accredited “Centers of Excellence” by the NC Division of Aging and Adult Services.

The accreditation process is a quality assurance program that examines nine different standards and requires community involvement in the self-assessment process. The Davidson County Senior Centers in Lexington and Thomasville join the prestigious list of approximately 151 senior centers nationwide and only seven statewide who meet the qualifications developed by NISC. These standards serve as a guide for all senior centers to improve their operations today as well as position themselves for the future.  

“Achieving national accreditation is certainly an honor, but the process presents an opportunity for our senior centers to be reviewed by peers, community partners, volunteers and stakeholders. The process holds our staff to a higher set of standards challenging us to provide the highest quality programs and services for our county’s older adults,” states Senior Center Manager Christie Smith.

Davidson County Senior Centers are open to county residents 55 and older and offer a variety of ongoing activities and special events. The centers served 2,200 participants in the 2022-2023 fiscal year through social, health and wellness and recreational activities. 

Senior Services will receive a formal recognition for this accomplishment at a future meeting of the Davidson County Board of Commissioners. 

If you would like more information on the programs and services provided by either senior center, please call 336.242.2290. Both centers are open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and walk-in tours are always welcome.