We are a family of active seniors who share a passion for living life to the fullest by learning new skills and forging meaningful relationships along the way.
We offer consistent, varied programming, activities, meals, and resources to seniors 60 years+ in Orleans Parish.
PROGRAMS
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Getting older doesn't mean you have to stay home, alone. At Kinship, 90% of the fun is making new friends & trying new activities. If you want to stay strong and healthy, join us for daily movement & meditation exercises, Tuesday Music & Movement class, or our Share & Support Circle. For seniors in Orleans Parish, ask about our daily hot meals through Meals on Wheels.
Every Tuesday, Kinship hosts pianist and music instructor Nancy Healan in leading our seniors through music and movement from cultures around the world. From Latin rhythms to traditional Southern folk music, seniors can explore music through group singing, dance, and playing instruments! Our seniors are often joined by professional musicians in this joyful class!
MUSIC & MOVEMENT
FIELD TRIPS
Ready to go on an adventure? Kinship members visit places like Longue Vue House & Gardens, the New Orleans Museum of Art and Morning Call coffee as well as weekly trips to Walmart, Dollar Tree or Rouses. We also take our members to special luncheons around town and various New Orleans Council on Aging events. We've even gone to Baton Rouge to advocate for senior-funding!
The GHP is an award-winning senior program that incorporates drama therapy with acting on stage. Seniors work as a team to write their own plays, spend several months rehearsing, then perform the original plays at nursing homes & community centers around town.
It’s fun, thrilling, and accessible for anyone willing to try!
GOLDEN HEART PLAYERS THEATER
Learn more about the Golden Heart Players
GROUPS: LANGUAGES, GAMES, CRAFTS & MORE!
Would you like to learn a new language, create stories, or complete your first knitting project? How about learning how to enhance your health and wellness while building community? Our group classes make every beginner feel welcome and every expert a possible teacher. Many of our activities are created and taught by seniors, too!
covid-19 safety
The safety of our community remains our highest priority. We encourage full vaccination against COVID-19, including boosters. Masking is no longer required to enter, but is highly encouraged to protect the most vulnerable among us. N95 & KN95 masks have been shown to provide great protection against SARS-CoV-2. If you are concerned about being around others who are not masked, we suggest wearing an N95 or KN95 mask to protect yourself and others.
ACCESSIBILITY Accommodations
Kinship rents space from an ADA-exempt facility. We use a mobile ramp to accommodate persons who use wheelchairs. Please call ahead with questions or concerns.
schedule a visit
If you're interested in becoming a member, please call ahead and schedule a visit! We're happy to answer all the questions you may have! We will show you around & introduce you to Kinship members. We welcome you to sit in on an activity, so be sure to check our monthly events calendar!
The best times to schedule a visit are Monday through Friday from 9:00am to11:00am.
CONTACT
Get in touch with Kinship Senior Center to learn more about our work and how you can get involved.