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.

    Smith Acres Terrarium Workshop

    February 21st at 9:30am

     

    We will be planting in a “fishbowl” shaped container. Folks can chose from a selection of little plants that we will bring along. We will have plants available for high and low light growing conditions. After planting, we will “decorate” with either some moss or colorful gravel. We will also talk about the care
    of terrariums, watering & fertilization. All supplies will be included, but if the participant has any special little treasures that they would like to incorporate into their terrarium to make it special, they should bring it along.

    Registration begins Feb 1st. $15.00 per person. Space is limited.

    Mindfulness and Meditation Series

    Every Thursday from 2:00-3:00pm

    4-week session beginning February 16th

     

    Would you like to experience more peace and calm, even if everything around you seems chaotic and busy? Would you like to feel rested and enjoy better sleep? Join Lisa Bragaw, PharmD from Zen & Now Wellness Center to learn some simple techniques to quiet the mind, feel more awake, alert, focused and more productive with less effort. Each session, Lisa will lead a guided meditation and teach some very easy to implement mindfulness tools and strategies you can use anytime to bring more ease into your life.

    $25.00 Per Person, 4 Weeks. Registration begins Feb 1st. Register by Feb 13.

    Chess Lessons Via Zoom

    FREE ON-LINE LESSONS

    Contact jasonlu05j@gmail.com or visit chessforseniors.org

    Registration is now open.

    February Health & Wellness Services

    VNASC Nurse Managed Foot Clinic:

    Thursday, February 9th from 12:15-3:45pm

    Routine foot care provided for a fee – $10pp.
    Appointment required. Payment due at time of service.
    No diabetics please.

     

    Manicure:

    Tuesday, February 14th & 28th at 8:15am

    Sponsored by Pretty Nails and Spa. 15 minute appointments
    $5pp – Cut, file, shape, and polish.
    Register with the Senior Center

     

    Massage Therapy:

    Wednesday, February 8th & 22nd from 1:00-4:00pm

    Thursday, February 16th from 9:00am-12:00pm

    You can reserve a 25 minute appointment for $30 or a 55 minute appointment for $60.
    Register with the Senior Center. Payment is due at time of reservation.

     

    Blood Pressure Check:

    Every Friday at 12:30pm

    Walk-in. No need to register

    New Service: Haircuts!

    4th Thursday of the month from 9:30am-1:00pm

    Beginning February 23rd

     

    Haircuts by appointment. Every 20 minutes.

    Cost is $15 per person (Tips appreciated)

    Call the Senior Center for an appointment.