Vu Lan Festival in Atlanta 2025 – A Vietnamese Filial Piety Celebration at First Senior Center.
WHAT: First Senior Center of Georgia (FSCofGA) will hold a special ceremony in celebration of the Vu Lan Festival, a deeply meaningful event rooted in Vietnamese tradition. The ceremony will emphasize the importance of Hiếu (filial piety) and intergenerational connections. FSCofGA’s 26,000 square-foot facility will be decorated to reflect Vietnamese culture and the spirit behind […]
First Senior Center of Georgia Honored by Congressman Hank Johnson at Annual H.O.P.E. Awards
From staff reports – Gwinnett Daily Post U.S. Rep. Hank Johnson (D-Decatur) was on hand on Saturday, Aug. 16 to honor First Senior Center of Georgia and several other charitable organizations at the Helping Other People Elevate (H.O.P.E.) Awards, part of the annual Week of H.O.P.E. Von Tran, founder and CEO of First Senior Center, […]
First Senior Center of Georgia Honored with H.O.P.E. Award
U.S. Rep. Hank Johnson (D-Decatur) was on hand on Saturday, Aug. 16 to honor First Senior Center of Georgia and several other charitable organizations at the Helping Other People Elevate (H.O.P.E.) Awards, part of the annual Week of H.O.P.E. Von Tran, founder and CEO of First Senior Center, said the ceremony at the Lou Walker […]
Youth Patriots Association & First Senior Center Of Georgia: Supporting Vietnamese Seniors in Atlanta
The First Senior Center of Georgia, a vital resource for Vietnamese seniors in Atlanta, experienced a heartwarming day of connection and support last Wednesday, thanks to the dedicated volunteers from the Youth Patriots Association (YPA). This event highlighted the importance of intergenerational programs and community engagement for the elderly in Georgia. The Youth Patriots Association […]
First Senior Center of Georgia Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Celebration for Renovations at Food Bank Facility
On Friday, July 18, at 11:30 a.m., First Senior Center of Georgia (FSCofGA) will host a dynamic ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the addition of three new doors to their food bank facility in Norcross. The celebration will feature remarks from Gwinnet County District Five Commissioner Carden Kirkland, and Colliers Facility Solutions Senior Property Manager Dori Bellina. The three doors, generously donated and […]
First Senior Center of Georgia Celebrates Eight Years of Serving Atlanta’s Vietnamese Senior Community and Receives Honors from State and Local Officials
On Thursday, June 19, 2025, First Senior Center of Georgia (FSCofGA) celebrated eight years of serving the Vietnamese senior community in Atlanta. The all-day celebration, entitled “First Senior Center: 8 Years of Passionate Dedication, Loving the Golden Years,” featured joyful performances, food, contests, and much more. FSCofGA staff, volunteers, and longtime members were recognized at […]
Ms. Von Tran, Director of First Senior Center of Georgia, to be Featured on WSB-TV’s “Georgia Game Changers”
NORCROSS, GA – June 24, 2025 – Ms. Von Tran, Director of First Senior Center and First Senior Center of Georgia, has been selected to appear on Channel 2 WSB-TV’s prestigious program, “Georgia Game Changers.” The episode is scheduled to air on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. “Georgia Game Changers” is a special […]
First Senior Center Commemorates Memorial Day with Multi-National Veterans
Veterans of diverse nationalities, particularly American and South Vietnamese soldiers, gathered under one roof to honor the lives lost in the Vietnam War. For many of them, this was not only a day to reflect on the past, but also a rare opportunity to be recognized for their sacrifices—some for the first time in decades. […]
FSCofGA to Host Memorial Day Commemoration Honoring Vietnam War Veterans in Norcross
First Senior Center of Georgia (FSCofGA) will host a Memorial Day event in Norcross honoring Vietnam War veterans, uniting communities and distributing mobility aids to support senior independence. Vietnamese and American veterans reunite in Atlanta to mark the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War and receive mobility support through community partnerships PRESS RELEASE NORCROSS, Ga. […]
Vietnam War Veterans and Community Leaders Honored at FSCofGA’s Fall of Saigon Commemoration in Norcross
First Senior Center of Georgia (FSCofGA) will host a Memorial Day event in Norcross honoring Vietnam War veterans, bringing together Vietnamese and American communities to commemorate 50 years since the war’s end. NORCROSS, Ga. – On Friday, May 23, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., First Senior Center of Georgia (FSCofGA) will host a Memorial Day Commemoration […]