The Colley Senior Complex hosted a Christmas breakfast Wednesday for all “family” members and several special guests.

“At the Colley Senior Complex, we are one big happy family,” said Catherine Jordan, Complex director. “And our family extends to all of those who make it possible for us to offer the programs that we offer our ‘family’ members, free of charge. The Christmas breakfast is our way of saying ‘thank you’ to all members of the Colley Senior Complex family.”

Jordan said the Complex staff does a tremendous job planning events, activities and outings for its members.

“We could not do all we do without such a dedicated staff,” she said. “But it takes more than just our staff. The City of Troy employees do the work that we can’t and don’t know how to do. They keep the grounds looking good and do the maintenance work that has to be done to keep the lights on and us warm in the winter and cool in the summer. We appreciate all they do for us. Because of the city’s strong support, we are able to continue to offer our programs at not cost to our members. Many of them are on fixed incomes and it would be difficult for them to pay for the programs we offer.”

Jordan said Mayor Jason A. Reeves is committed to the city’s senior adults and a strong supporter of the Colley Senior Complex.

“Mayor Reeves said, ‘whatever we need,’” Jordan said. “He said our senior adults have given so much to the community and he will make sure they are taken care of. Our mayor said the door of the Colley Senior Complex will always be open.”

The Colley Senior Complex has a wide range of activities and programs for seniors, from art classes to exercise classes from crocheting classes to computer classes.

“We have something for almost every interest,” Jordan said. “And, if someone suggests an activity that we don’t have and, there’s enough interest, we do our best to implement it.”

The Colley Senior Complex is a busy and active place from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. weekdays.

“We average between 30 and 40 seniors participating in the daily activities,” Jordan said. “Some members will come every day. Others will come two times a day and others will come a few times a week. But there is something for everyone at the Colley Senior Complex. If you come only for the fellowship, you have been blessed to be here.”