Uniquely Us


As the branches on a tree are unique, so too are we. 

Do not lump us into a graying mass but see us as the unique individuals we are,

 

with our own set of talents and experiences.

 

The success of  Shepherd's Center is based upon valuing what each of us brings to the table.

Welcome to the Shepherd's Center

We are a nonprofit ministry established to meet the mental, physical and spiritual needs of aging adults.  We are open to anyone 55 and older, of all faiths, or having no religion, in our quest for bringing fellowship to others. 

Shepherd's Center of Topeka is sponsored by 28 congregations and 11community partners.  Each sponsor is committed to our mission and enables us to carry out our work by donating time, talent, money, or food -- and by promoting us in the community.  We are considered an extension of each sponsoring church's "outreach ministry" and an extension of "services provided to the elderly" for our sponsoring community partners. We believe that our programs, classes and fieldtrips bring joy to the lives of participants. Opportunities to volunteer provide a sense of purpose.

Shepherd's Center of Topeka is located at 3033 SW MacVicar Avenue (66611) which is south of the intersection of 29th & MacVicar at the corner of 30th & MacVicar.  We are hosted by the First Baptist Church with an office entrance at the southeast door; and an "Adventure's in Learning" entrance through the double doors on the west side adjacent to the large parking lot. 

Executive Director Debra Stufflebean may be reached at 785-267-0248 or by email: shepherdstopeka@yahoo.com .

ANNOUNCEMENTS


SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT - Due to a forecast of snow for Feb 5, we will be closed.  The programs intended for Feb 5 will be added to the end of the Winter Session and be on March 5th. 

FREE TAI CHI classes offered by the Arthritis Foundation coming to Shepherd's Center - Fridays in Feb, Mar & April!

Winter Adventure's in Learning Session will be February 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2010.  Next newsletter will be mailed March 3, 2009.  

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