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One of the local churches has a midweek day meeting where lunch is provided and there's some kind of entertainment. All faiths are welcomed.
I found a therapist. She had a 2 hour session every Thursday afternoon. Mom wasn't interested in any suggestions....just wanted to talk.
Is your Aunt just looking to talk while someone listens? day care programs might work for her if she really wants to share with others her age...otherwise, perhaps like my mom..she want someone to listen while she vents?
If this is a possibility, check with the more upscale communities in the area. In mine, these are the ones that provide better opportunities for their residents.
I went to a few American Assn. of University Women meetings on international affairs. The conversations were extremely stimulating; most members were very conversant on the specific topic of the meeting. Unfortunately, there's only level of meeting that might be open to women w/o a degree.
The Jane Austen Society is also an interesting, and active group, if your aunt happens to be interested in Austen's literature. But beware of the post meeting food - it's all sugars and sweets, enough to create a sugar spike.
One of the meeting sites was a local Jesuit facility - beautifully decorated with a very unique atmosphere, some of which was Spartan and some of which was sumptuous (the art tiles in one of the rooms).
Given that the holidays are approaching, there may also be some opportunities with charities. I don't know if the Marine Corps Toys for Tots packaging and distribution functions are entirely handled by service members, but if they can use volunteers, wrapping presents for children and interacting with others might be a good activity.
Some food pantries might need help sorting food for distribution.
Churches are another option, especially ones which have outreach programs.