Programs

Programs – The Senior Center plans events on a monthly basis. Below is a listing for what generally occurs. For more details on events not listed below, check the Calendar Section and/or the News Section.

Fitness – Participants can trial any class without obligation. Please notify the Senior Center office if you are trialing a class.

All participants are encouraged to participate at their level of fitness/comfort. Any physical concerns are to be addressed to your personal physician. Questions about modifying the routines are to be directed to your instructor. All instructors are CPR certified and qualified in the class they are teaching.

Classes are Session Based: These classes will have a specific start and end date. Class sessions typically run for 3 months.

Music Classes – Ukulele and Guitar lessons. Explore your creative side and challenge yourself mentally by learning to play an instrument. Beginner level is offered as well as more advanced classes. Loaner instrument is available if needed.

Education/Enrichment Classes – Learn new skills in the areas of the arts, technology, health and more. Through education develop and help maintain your mental abilities as well as enhance your self-esteem and creative needs. Explore and develop your interests.

Cards/GamesA variety of choices for group play and individual play. Promotes mental stimulation and provides for socialization. They stimulate memory, attention skills and have great social interaction which works on many parts of the brain. Our games programs include a variety of levels from basic to more challenging options.

Social Scene – The Senior Center plans, often with meals, events that are offered to provide socialization and entertainment. Any excuse for a party is considered whether it be to celebrate a national holiday or just to have some fun.

Health Services – These services are provided to help older adults age at home and stay as well as possible. Everyone is encouraged to take advantage of the programs.

Nutrition Services – The Senior Nutrition Program, administered by TVCCA, offers nutritious meals on Tuesday and Thursday at 11:45am. You must register for a lunch at least 24 hours in advance.

    “Thoughtful Tuesday”

    Tuesday, June 13th at 10:15am

     

    Monthly Mindfulness Coaching. Would you like to experience more peace and
    calm, even when everything around you seems chaotic and busy? Would you
    like to feel rested and enjoy better sleep? Would you like to experience more
    joy? Join Wellness Coach and Pharmacist Lisa Bragaw from Zen & Now
    Wellness Center the 2nd Tues of each month.

    Please register with the Senior Center for each month. $10pp each month.

    Registration begins Jun 1st.
    Register by Jun 9th.

    Grandparent Support Group

    Wednesday, Sept 6th at 10am

     

    Are you a grandparent or relative helping to raise your grandchild(ren)? Are you looking for others to connect with who are are also helping raise their grandchild(ren)?

    Join us the first Wednesday of each month. Registration is now open.

    Drumming with Doug

    Tuesday, June 6th from 3:00-4:00pm

     

    Play a drum! Create easy rhythms! Connect with others! No experience necessary. Some drums available for use. Experience a fun, therapeutic drum program for all abilities that energizes you while relieving depression, stress and tension.

    Join Percussionist Doug Sabino the first Tue of each month for a fun, hand drumming program. No fee required. Space is limited.

    Registration is now open.

    Grief Support Group

    Tuesday, June 6th at 10:30am 

     

    The loss of a spouse or partner is often one of the hardest losses we will encounter. Our lives turn upside down. You ask yourself, “How will I survive and feel all alone?” You are not alone. This group will offer a safe and private space for you to learn from others and understand that there are others sharing this similar experience. The group is peer to peer support with a trained peer facilitator from the Brian Dagle Foundation.

    This group meets the first Tue of each month at the Senior Center.

    Please register with the Senior Center.

    AARP Mature Driver Safety Class

    Wednesday, June 7th from 12:30-4:30pm

     

    The AARP Smart Driver course is the nation’s first refresher course specifically
    designed for drivers age 50 and older. In many states, drivers may benefit from a discount on their auto insurance premium upon completing the course. Contact your insurance company to find out. And you will learn something new along the way. In fact, an evaluation of the course found that 97% of participants changed at least one driving habit as a result of what they learned.

     

    $20 for AARP member $25 for non-AARP member

    Register with the Senior Center office. Payment due upon registration.