Dorothy Visser Senior Center
Discover meals, activities, and wellness programs for San Clemente seniors at Dorothy Visser Senior Center. Open to adults 60+ and local volunteers through Age Well.
- 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente
- Call to Reserve Lunch Café (949) 498-3322
What We Offer
- Meals on Wheels
- Weekday Lunch Café
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Weekly, Month, & One-Time Classes
- Special Events & Entertainment
- Aging Resources & Guidance
Age Well Dorothy Visser
- 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente
- Call to Reserve Lunch Café (949) 498-3322
- Join us on Weekdays, Monday - Friday.
Lunch Café at Age Well Dorothy Visser
Join us for a fresh, nutritious lunch and great company at Age Well Dorothy Visser Senior Center. Age Well’s Lunch Café offers healthy weekday meals in a welcoming space where seniors can connect and enjoy time together.
Locations Include: Florence Sylvester Senior Center, Dorothy Visser Senior Center, San Juan Capistrano Senior Center, The Bell Tower Regional Center, Dana Point Senior Center, Norman P. Murray Senior Center, Sea Country Senior Center, and Susi Q Senior Center.
What to Expect:
- Lunch served weekdays at 11:45 am
- Balanced meals prepared to support senior health
- Fresh, rotating monthly menu
- Welcoming staff and a community-centered atmosphere
- Friendly dining environment with new faces and familiar friends
Preview This Month’s Featured Meals
- Salisbury Beef Steak, garlic mashed potatoes, carrot slaw, wheat roll
- Italian Beef Meatball Sub Sandwich, Tuscan bean soup, applesauce
- Chicken Shawarma, Mediterranean salad, pita bread, orange
- Tuscan Salmon, buttered green beans, whole wheat pasta, orange juice
Events at Dorothy Visser
117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente
From wellness to fun, Dorothy Visser offers a full calendar of daily lunches, movement classes, and social events to keep you active and connected. Join us at Dorothy Visser all month long for nutritious lunches, active mornings, and engaging programs.
Highlights This Month:
- Daily Lunch: Served weekdays at 11:45 AM
- Special Lunches: Music & Lunch Fridays, Monthly Birthday Lunch
- Wellness & Movement: Yoga, Chair Yoga, Strength & Flexibility, Line Dancing, PEP4U, Smoothies with Diane
- Games & Social: Mah Jong, Bingo, Bridge, Hand & Foot, Cards, Mexican Train, Coffee Chat
- Creative & Clubs: Crafts, Fresh Food Mondays, Transitions, Literacy Club, Spanish Club
- Support & Education: HICCAP, Caregiver Support, TOPS, VA Social, MemorialCare, Hoag, Ask a Nurse (English & Spanish), Alzheimer’s Support
- Special Events: New Year’s Closure (Jan 1), Pantry Days, Arm Chair Travel
Dorothy Visser Newsletter: December
Age Well Dorothy Visser Senior Center
- 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente, CA
- Open Monday to Friday • 8:00 am 4:00 pm
- RSVP to lunch, events, or inquire call 949-498-3322
Dorothy Visser Senior Center Newsletter: January 2026
Meet the Social Worker
Join an empowering community session focused on independence, dignity, and access to local support resources. Registration not required.
- Date & Time: Tuesday, January 13, 1:00–2:00 PM
- Location: Dorothy Visser Senior Center
- RSVP: Call 949-498-3322
Confidence in Motion
Expert tips for living safely and independently at home. Learn simple exercises, balance strategies, and ways to reduce fall risk.
- Date: Wednesday, January 14
- Time: Opens at 10:30 AM
- RSVP: Sign up at the front desk (space is limited)
Chat With the Nurse
One-on-one sessions with Hoag Community Nurse Navigators to address health concerns, care planning, and overall wellness. Available in English and Spanish. Participation is free. Appointment required.
- English Appointments: 3rd Wednesday of the month 9:30 - 11:30 am
- Spanish Appointments: 4th Wednesday of the month 9:30 - 11:30 am
- Appointments: Call 949-498-3322
A Taste of Thailand
Experience Thai culture through music, stories, and Thai-inspired flavors. Designed for the 55+ community.
- Time: 1:00–2:00 PM
- Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
- Sponsored by: FirstLight Home Care
- RSVP: Call 949-669-7320
Join us all month long
Monthly Highlights at Dorothy Visser Senior Center
Age Well Meals on Wheels
Healthy, ready-to-eat meals delivered Monday through Friday.
Age Well Meals on Wheels provides nutritious, ready-to-eat meals for older adults who are homebound or unable to prepare meals on their own. Each weekday delivery includes meals designed by a registered dietitian, along with a friendly wellness check from a volunteer.
Meals are prepared to support daily health, independence, and peace of mind for seniors across our community.
What You’ll Receive Each Weekday
- Ready-to-eat breakfast for the next morning
- Hot, balanced lunch with protein and vegetables
- Chilled or frozen dinner to heat when convenient
- Nutritious meals planned by an Age Well nutritionist
- Prepared in advance for easy, at-home meals
- Delivered Monday through Friday by friendly volunteers
A Look at This Month’s Menu
Breakfast
A ready-to-eat start to the day
• Oatmeal with almonds and raisins
• Cereal with milk
• English muffin with spread
Lunch
A hot, balanced midday meal
• Salisbury steak with gravy
• Chicken Parmesan
• Swedish meatballs over noodles
Dinner
A meal to enjoy later
• Chicken chimichurri over brown rice
• Beef burgundy over noodles
• Meatloaf with mushroom gravy
Do You or a Loved One Need Meals on Wheels?
If you or someone you know is 60 or older and homebound, you may qualify for daily home-delivered meals. To learn more and apply, visit our Meals on Wheels page
Volunteer at Dorothy Visser
Our volunteers are at the core of Age Well Senior Services, and we are incredibly grateful to be part of such a generous, dedicated, thoughtful community.
To meet the growing need of homebound seniors, we are extending our meal services from 3 days to 5. We need your help to deliver meals to Irvine seniors will otherwise go without food. Fill out the application below.
Sign up to volunteer with our various programs below. Deliver Meals on Wheels, serve lunch or help organize community initiatives at Dorothy Visser Senior Center.
Programs you can be part of
- Deliver Meals on Wheels
- Become a Friendly Visitor
- Join the Hand N' Hand Program
- Serve Lunch Café
- Senior Center Support
- Special Events
- Admin Office Work
Where:
- 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente, CA
- Open Monday to Friday • 8:00 am 4:00 pm
- RSVP to inquire call 949-498-3322
Your Contribution Stay Local
Support for Age Well’s Dorothy Visser Senior Center stays in the San Clemente community. Contributions help provide daily meals, wellness programs, activities, and supportive services for older adults in South Orange County, ensuring help is available close to home.
Support Local Seniors Today
Age Well depends on the dedication of community members like you to help older adults live with dignity, connection, and care. With funding challenges growing, your support means more than ever.
Want to make a difference? Every hour or dollar goes a long way.
- Volunteer to deliver meals or assist at your local senior center
- Make a one-time or monthly gift to support vital services
- Follow us and share our mission with your community
Holiday Giving Campaign: Change a Life This December
Your support makes an immediate impact. Every gift helps provide nourishing meals, meaningful connections, and extra holiday cheer for seniors right here in our community. This season, join us in making a difference, one meal, one card, one visit at a time.
- Adopt a Senior for Christmas: $25 provides a holiday meal and a personal note
- Donate to Meals: Support daily lunches and home-delivered meals for local seniors
- Sponsor a Holiday Event: Help fund celebrations, music, and activities that bring people together
- Volunteer: Deliver meals, host activities, or lend a hand at your nearest center
Age Well Named Nonprofit of the Year 2024 by CalNonprofits
Age Well is proud to announce it has been selected as a 2024 California Nonprofit of the Year by Assemblymember Diane Dixon for the 72nd Assembly District. This recognition, awarded by CalNonprofits, highlights our unwavering commitment to serving the senior community in Orange County. We are honored to be among over a hundred exceptional nonprofits recognized by state legislators for our significant impact, innovation, and dedication to our mission.
