This senior center renovation will make you wish you were over 50 years old! If your impression of a senior community center is a place where tired looking older people sit around playing cards, it’s outdated. Today’s active adults are driving municipalities to offer a wide range of dynamic programs, outings, classes and activities.
“Social support and feeling connected improves overall physical and mental health”
According to the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, there is significant medical evidence that social support and feeling connected improves overall physical and mental health while being isolated has a negative effect on health and can increase depressive symptoms.
After Quorum’s design for the Farmer Branch Community Recreation Center renovation in 2021 resulted in increased membership and design awards, the City approached Quorum for another community center renovation. This time, the City wished to give their tired looking senior center a dramatic “glow up,” transforming it into their new Active Adult Center to attract community members age 50 plus.
A Fresh New Look
Quorum reimagined the 22,000 square foot “Branch Connection” with an elegant design that appeals to a wider audience and an open layout that allows more natural light to infiltrate throughout the spaces. Additionally, it provides greater flexibility for diverse programming and fosters a stronger sense of connection between people, ideas and the environment.
Now, the City of Farmers Branch is excited to share their completely transformed facility with the community.
Members can look forward to the following enhancements:
An expanded entryway and a spacious lounge area with fireplace
A larger, state-of-the-art fitness center with new equipment
A yoga studio
A dance room
A billiards and game room
An arts and crafts room
A music room
A charming coffee/cocktail bar lounge
A dedicated theater room
A beautifully updated ballroom
Renovated office suites, conference space, restrooms
Modernized storage areas
Contemporary furniture throughout
Cutting-edge audio-visual equipment
With programs and classes for every interest, The Branch Connection offers members a diverse array of engaging activities:
Educational classes
Computer classes
Arts and crafts
Fitness programs
Day trips
Social events, dances and mixers
Wellness initiatives
Movie nights and live acoustic performances
Dance and Zumba classes
Yoga and Tai Chi classes
Book club and photo club
Games – poker, bridge, Mah-jongg, Bingo
Table tennis and billiards
Quilting classes
Special interest classes
Guest speakers
The Branch Connection is more than just a senior facility – it's a vibrant community gathering space for adults interested in staying active and fit, learning new skills, and making connections.