A community where all older adults live their best lives.
Programs For Older Adults
Whether you need help enrolling in Medicare, handyman work around your house or transportation to a doctor’s appointment, Shepherd’s Charlotte provides a variety of free programs.
Adventures in Learning
Our six-week educational courses cover everything from history to art to wellness.
Volunteer With Us
Explore opportunities to donate your time to Shepherd’s Charlotte.
Events
Shepherd's Center of Charlotte organizes events all year round. See what is coming up.
Make an Impact
Donations to the Shepherd's Center of Charlotte help us serve one of Mecklenburg's most vulnerable populations: older adults.
Our Mission
The Shepherd's Center of Charlotte enriches the lives of older adults by providing a network of support to increase social connection, expand access to critical resources, and combat the negative effects of isolation.
Why We Care
- 71 million Americans will be 65+
by 2030 - 25 million older adults are financially insecure
- 75% of older adults have 2+ chronic health conditions
- Over 1/3 of older adults experience loneliness and isolation
* Source: National Council on Aging
Our Goals
- Enable older adults to be active and enjoy living in their own homes as long as possible
- Encourage learning and fellowship
- Mobilize active older adults as volunteers
Core Values
Community
Together We Thrive We cultivate an environment of togetherness and solidarity for our participants and those who support our mission, promoting the idea that we are stronger and more resilient when we work together.
Compassion
Empathy through Understanding We acknowledge life's challenges and difficult moments with empathy and understanding. We value the inherent worth and dignity of every individual, treating others with respect and consideration.
Inclusion
Open to All We believe that all people should have access to the resources they need to live a fulfilling and meaningful life, and we actively encourage the entire community to participate with us in living out our mission.
Innovation
Adapt to Changing Needs We think outside the box to solve problems facing older adults in our community and adapt to the changing needs of our participants. We strategically incorporate feedback to increase the effectiveness of our programs.
Accountability
Commitment to Serve We are dedicated to delivering impactful programs that uplift and benefit the community through integrity and a servant heart.
46 Years of Service
As a nonprofit interfaith organization, Shepherd's Center of Charlotte originated in 1979 in response to a need to redefine and restructure the way aging is approached. Located in and serving members of Mecklenburg County, Shepherd’s Charlotte continues to offer a variety of core programs ranging from social activities to transportation to Medicare consulting.
