Community Services

  1. Small Changes for a Better You!

    Small Changes for a Better You is a simple program designed to be easily doable for EVERYONE. The goal is that participants will go into spring a little bit healthier and happier. Read on...

  2. AARP Tax-Aide Program changes related to Covid-19

    It is uncertain whether the AARP Tax-Aide Program will be able to operate in the City of Westlake this tax season due to Covid-19. Any resident interested in being notified about the program's status should call Community Services at 440-899-3544. Read on...

  3. Westlake Senior Transportation Team recognized for ‘steadfast, reliable’ service

    Westlake Mayor Dennis M. Clough recognized the Senior and Community Services Department’s Senior Transportation Team recently for continuing to provide "steadfast, reliable" service throughout the Covid-19 situation. Read on...

  4. Staff distributes hot meals to seniors

    Staff at the Senior and Community Services Center distributed free hot meals to Westlake seniors on Tuesday, Sept. 1. The event was part of an area-wide effort initiated by the Western Reserve Area Agency on Aging. Read on...
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Interactive Emails



While most residents are staying put, the Community Services Department is focused on helping everyone experience the world from the safety and comfort of their home through its interactive emails, sent out twice weekly to those who subscribe. Each email includes links to virtual tours and activities, inspirational messages, pictures from past events, important information for seniors, etc. One recent email included, among other things, a virtual Hawaiian vacation and pictures of the new Community Services Center, which is still under construction. Anyone interested in becoming a subscriber can do so on the Community Services webpage, calling 440-899-3544 or sending an email to clindgren@cityofwestlake.org.

Note: The department also offers a phone outreach program and has plans to expand its virtual programming in the near future. If you would like to participate in the department's programming, reach out using the contact information listed above.
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Serving Westlake Residents of All Ages

The  Community Services Department offers programs and activities to enrich the lives of the 50-plus population at Westlake Center and provides a system of social services for Westlake residents of all ages. A variety of social, educational and recreational activities are offered as well as health screenings and other wellness programs.


The social service staff of the department serves as a resource for information, emergency food for qualified Westlake residents, discount program applications and offers a daily safety phone check and transportation for older and disabled adults.

Featured Event: 2020 Chili Cook-Off Highlights

IMG_8387The 2020 Annual Chili Cook-Off was a huge hit as usual! All proceeds will benefit programming for the Westlake Department for Senior and Community Services. 

Congratulations are in order for The Normandy Senior Living for taking First Prize in both the judges’ vote and the attendees’ vote. Matt Orear, food service director at The Normandy, said the secret to his chili’s sweet yet spicy flavor was chocolate and cinnamon. 


Second Place honors went to Sunrise Senior Living and Third Place went to the Community Services Center.


Once again, the judge’s table consisted of Mayor Dennis Clough, Police Chief Kevin Bielozer, Assistant Fire Chief Mike Freeman, Economic Development Manager Michelle Boczek and Ward 1 Councilperson Lynda Appel.