Dallas senior center celebrates 105-year-old woman who volunteers every day

Retired teacher stays active and engaged with a 5-day-a-week schedule

A 105th birthday is something to celebrate. And when the birthday girl is still active and healthy, that's Something Good.

Kathryn Lacy Mitchell is a retired Dallas ISD educator, and she's still teaching at the age of 105.

She's showing how programs created especially for older adults help them remain healthy, engaged, and connected to their peers.

The Dallas Park and Recreation Department said Kathryn is at WellMed Senior Activity Center in Oak Cliff five days a week, the oldest participant there.

WellMed said her regular attendance highlights the important role community recreation programs play in enhancing seniors' quality of life.