Last Tuesday, the Shissler Recreation Center in Fishtown hosted the Golden Life Senior Fair. The event aimed to connect local senior citizens with a variety of non-profits and City service providers who offer an extensive range of quality of life and health services. Attendees were able to get their flu shot from Rite Aid, their blood pressure checked by medical professionals, and several other services.

When asked why he was attending the fair Paul Morawski told The Spirit, “This is my first time attending this fair, and I’m excited to see what services there are for me.”

Karen Rouse was there from St. Anne’s Senior Community Center to tell attendees what services they offer Philadelphia seniors. Those services include everything from free meals to training on how to use an iPad. City Council President Darrell Clarke, who lives in the area, was also there talking with attendees about services his office provides.

Katherine Jones was there with two of her friends to explore various services. When asked what she was looking forward to this holiday season she told The Spirit,  “I’m excited that my great granddaughter will be born around the holidays.”