The city of Scottsdale provides social services to senior adults and their families. Masters Level Social Workers are available by appointment Monday - Friday, from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. to provide support, education and resources free of charge.

A variety of social services are available to meet the needs of those requesting services or information. Among the services that are offered are case management, information and referral, and home visit assessments. Benefits consultation, home delivered meals and other services are provided by brokerage agencies offering services at our centers.

The need to reconnect and/or re-create is perhaps the most essential need in order to enhance and improve the quality of life for the older adult population in our community. The main goal of Granite Reef Senior Center and Via Linda Senior Center is to provide the avenues of connection. Through our many services, groups and activities, we strive to be the all-inclusive conduit for the senior adults in our community.

Social Workers are also available to make home visits upon request. To make an appointment to see a social worker, contact the Granite Reef Senior Center at 480-312-1700 (south of Indian Bend Road) or the Via Linda Senior Center at 480-312-5810 (north of Indian Bend Road.)

Educational Presentations

Monthly educational presentations are offered at both Granite Reef and Via Linda Senior Centers to keep the community informed about services in the City of Scottsdale. Each month there is a new topic presented by different departments. Presentations are free to the public and do not require preregistration. Upcoming presentation topics include:

PresentationPresented byLocationDateTime
Avoiding FraudGlobal Credit UnionVia LindaTuesday, Oct 810 a.m.
Downsizing TipsMcDowell TuscanyVia LindaWednesday, Oct 1610 a.m.
Fall Prevention TipsAndara by CongirVia LindaThursday, Oct 2411 a.m.
Smart AgingMcDowell TuscanyVia LindaThursday, Nov 2112:30 p.m.

Support Groups

A wide variety of support groups are offered at both the Granite Reef and Via Linda Senior Centers. The groups, which are free of charge, are designed to meet the evolving needs of Scottsdale's aging population. Support groups are facilitated by non-profit organizations, social workers, volunteers and industry professionals. Support groups include:

Support GroupLocationDayTime
Grief and Loss Support GroupGRSCFirst and Third Monday1 p.m.
Alzheimer's Support GroupGRSCFirst Monday1:30 p.m.
Mended Hearts Support GroupVLSCSecond Tuesday6 p.m.
Duet Caregiver's Support GroupVLSCFirst and Third Thursday9:30 a.m.
Tremble Clefs (Parkinson's Support Group)GRSCEvery Thursday3 p.m.
Multiple Sclerosis Support GroupVLSCSecond Tuesday4:30 p.m.
Low Vision Support GroupVLSCSecond Wednesday10 a.m.

Mindful Art

Come enjoy an engaging, creative session for you and your family member. Designed for those experiencing dementia, Alzheimer's or low vision. We will sing, tell stories, and create art together on seasonal themes. You'll go home with an original piece of artwork, and materials to support you as a caregiver.
Via Linda Senior Center Room#7 at 10 a.m., Every Tuesday

Free Tax Preparation

Master of Coin (VITA)

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance professionals will be assisting citizens with tax preparation on Thursday, February 3 through Friday, April 11, 2024, No appointments necessary. Bring: Photo ID, Social Security card for self, spouse & dependents, all income information, last year's return, and anything else to complete the return. For additional questions about the service, VITA nonprofit Masters of Coin website has answers.

Schedule your 2024 Tax Appointment starting on Tuesday January 18, 2025.

  • Master of Coin - Via Linda Senior Center - 480-312-5810
  • AARP - Granite Reef Senior Center - 480-312-1700

AARP Driver Safety Course

Driver Safety course is open to anyone & could get a discount on car insurance. AARP members $20.00 & Non-Members $25.00. Payment will be collected by AARP on the class date. Cash or check only. Please call the front desk of the location you would like to attend the course.

Granite Reef Senior Center- 1st Monday of each month 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Via Linda Senior Center- 2nd Thursday of each month 12:30 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.

image of mcdowell village senior living logo

Welcome to McDowell Village, conveniently located in South Scottsdale, adjacent to the Granite Reef Senior Center. Here, local seniors have access to high-quality Independent Living and Assisted Living services. In fact, because of our trained staff and customized care, McDowell Village was recently ranked “Best Independent Living” and “Best Assisted Living” by U.S. News and World Report.

Visit Us!
Was this page helpful?
Tell us how we can be more helpful.