Who We Are
The Center for Creative Living (CCL) has been supporting active seniors aged 55 and older in the Lawton/Fort Sill area since 1981. As a nonprofit organization, CCL provides a dedicated space for seniors to meet their social, physical, and intellectual needs. Dr. Charles E. Andrus conceived the idea for CCL, sharing it with Dr. Charles E. Green, Dr. Royce Means, and Mrs. Lois Ann Smith, who later became the center's secretary.
Today, CCL fosters a warm, friendly atmosphere where seniors can exercise, attend arts and crafts classes, play games, read, solve puzzles, participate in workshops, and more.
We also offer opportunities for trips, fundraisers, guest speakers, and access to various resources to promote an active and healthy lifestyle.
CCL serves lunch every weekday to those who can visit the center to eat or take meals to go. Donations are always appreciated.
Missions
The mission of the CCL is to enhance the quality of life for senior citizens by providing social support networks and means to prevent social isolation. The CCL provides a variety of programs, services, and activities that enhance the physical, mental, and intellectual wellness of those who use it. The CCL serves all senior citizens, regardless of race, gender, or income.
Goals
CCL's ongoing goals are to attract new participants while maintaining quality services for local seniors, and create a safe, welcoming an environment to reduce social isolation. As a non-profit we always strive to be good stewards of our funds.
Specific goals include upgrading the kitchen with stainless steel sinks, stoves, and countertops to DHS suggestions, improving bathrooms with additional accessible stalls and handrails; expanding meal service from three to five days a week; and adding new classes for our community to join.