Overseen by the Department of Community Development, the "Eastgate Senior Center 2.0" project involves relocating senior programming from the Glenwood Community Center back to a dedicated, expanded venue at Eastgate Town Center. This project re-establishes a primary home for local seniors while allowing the Glenwood site to revert to a general-purpose community center for youth and residents of all ages.
New Chattanooga Senior Center
Project Highlights
- Expanded Footprint: A 17,000-square-foot facility providing a significant 10,000-square-foot increase in space over its previous venue.
- Upgraded Wellness Areas: Purpose-built areas tailored for fitness, health, and physical activity.
- Dedicated Art Classrooms: Creative spaces designed specifically for arts, crafts, and enrichment programming.
- Enhanced Virtual Capabilities: Modern tech integration and virtual programming tools aimed at reducing social isolation among seniors.
- Community Re-activation: Allows the Glenwood Community Center to return to offering open, general-purpose neighborhood programming.
Project Timeline
The Eastgate Senior Center 2.0 project is currently progressing through its operational transition and facility setup phase.
- Relocation Strategy: Senior programming is being transitioned from Glenwood back to Eastgate Town Center.
- Transportation Access: To ensure seamless access during transitions, the Department of Community Development established shuttle connectivity from local centers (including Carver) to support participant access.
- Site Preparation: Customizing the 17,000 sq. ft. space to house art classrooms, technology infrastructure, and wellness centers.
Project Budget
The budget allocation and funding summary for the facility upgrade is as follows:
- Initial Allocation / Facility Upgrade Budget: $145,000
- Managing Department: City of Chattanooga Department of Community Development