Friendship Center will host the Heart of Community event, introducing the Carpinteria Healthy Aging Hub, 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23 at the Lynda Fairly Carpinteria Arts Center, 865 Linden Ave.

The Healthy Aging Hub is a new Friendship Center satellite location designed to support older adults living with dementia. The center is set to open in March.

Attendees at the free family-friendly event will learn about the activities and services the Friendship Center’s Carpinteria Healthy Aging Hub will offer Carpinteria community members.

The hub will provide enriching programs, personalized care, and social engagement for individuals living with dementia, helping them maintain their well-being and enjoy fulfilling days in a safe, welcoming environment.

The Heart of Community will feature food, drinks, music, and local art. Those attending can meet the Friendship Center team, ask questions, and learn about services including daytime care, meals, and social connections for older adults living with dementia.

For more about the Heart of Community Event, visit fcsb.org or contact us at events@friendshipcentersb.org or call 805-969-0859.

Friendship Center is a nonprofit dedicated to enriching the lives of seniors in Santa Barbara and beyond through social, cognitive, and physical activities. Since 1976, it has provided a safe space for seniors, including those living with dementia, to connect, grow and thrive.

This project is supported by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $32,962,453 with 75 percent funded by ACL/HHS and $8,333,333 amount with 25 percent funded by non-government source(s).