Independence Blue Cross Co-Sponsors Senior Games

Sporting events, activities, health fairs for county residents aged 50+

Independence Blue Cross (IBC) is lending its support to the 2009 Senior Games and more than 2,000 senior citizens ages 50 and older who are out to prove the value of sticking to a healthy lifestyle.

The Senior Games will be held in May and June in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties and will feature a variety of events, including swimming, track events, bocce, basketball, and golf. IBC has been involved with the Senior Games since its inception in Chester County in 1982.

“Not only are the Senior Games fun for participants, but they encourage people of all ages to stay healthy and active and become more health-conscious,” said Dr. Daniel Lyons, Senior Vice President Government Programs. “Our commitment to the community is a strong component of our health care programs.”

Here is a county-by-county schedule for the Games:

Bucks County Senior Games
Date: May 26 – June 5
Location: Delaware Valley College
700 E. Butler Avenue
Doylestown, PA 18901
For more information: 215-348-0510
Bucks County Senior Games registration form

Chester County Senior Games
Date: May 11 – May 28
Location: The School at Church Farm
1001 E. Lincoln Highway
Exton, PA 19341
For more information: 1-610-344-6677
Chester County Senior Games registration form

Delaware County Senior Games
Date: June 15 – June 19
Location: Various locations throughout the county
For more information: 1-610-872-1693
Delaware County Senior Games registration form

Montgomery County Senior Games
Date: May 11 – May 15
Location: Montgomery County Community College
340 DeKalb Pike
Blue Bell, PA 19422
For more information: 215-643-1600 x3443
Montgomery County Senior Games registration form

Philadelphia Senior Games
Date: June 8 – June 12
Location: LaSalle University
1900 W. Olney Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19141
For more information: 215-685-2736
Philadelphia Senior Games registration form

If you would like to participate in this year’s Senior Games, please call the contact number listed above for each county or visit their websites. Let the Games Begin!