The Thompson Center on Lourdes is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the mental, physical and emotional well-being of older adults in the community. Our center focuses on fighting the effects of loneliness, isolation and depression in seniors by offering opportunities for exercise, classes and more.
Our History
In March 2016, we moved when the senior center in downtown Appleton closed. Many seniors wondered and worried where they would go. We decided to continue on with the mission. Almost immediately, we formed an independent, non-denominational, free-standing corporation, staffed with one full-time position and supported by many volunteers. The new Thompson Center on Lourdes opened the Monday after the old downtown center closed.
Our Facility
Thompson Center on Lourdes used to be located in downtown Appleton. The center is now on the grounds of St. Bernadette Parish. The center includes a gym, recreation room, and dinning hall.
Our Staff
| Elizabeth Neuman | Executive Director | liz@thetcol.org |
| Jen Anger | Operations Manager | jen@thetcol.org |
| Rosemarie Dick | Asst. Operations Manager | rosemarie@thetcol.org |
| Sarah Mankee | Administrative Assistant | sarah@thetcol.org |
| Mary Cooke | Administrative Support | mary@thetcol.org |
| Marilyn Peterson | Civic League President | petersonmarilynj@thetcol.org |
Board of Directors
| Elizabeth Neuman – Executive Director |
| Ray Zuelke – President |
| Greg Bell – Vice President |
| Mary Beth Nienhaus |
| Marilyn Peterson |
| Aoibh Greene |
| Penny Paris |
| Jack Meyer |
| Karen Harkness |
| Colny Gretzinger |
| Peter Harbach |
Volunteer
Print and fill out the form below to volunteer at our center! Once your application is finished, print it and then bring it in or mail it to us. If you have any questions contact the center.
Contact
If you have any questions or want to register for classes please call us at:
(920)939-3088 or email us at: info@thetcol.org
Hours
Monday – Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Saturday and Sunday – Closed
Closing Policy
When Appleton Area School District closes due to weather, The Thompson Center on Lourdes will also close. When AASD has a two-hour delay, The Thompson Center on Lourdes will also open two hours later.
