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.

    AARP Mature Driver Safety Class

    Wednesday, October 5th from 9:15-11:15am

     

    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.

    Cookie Decorating Class

    Tuesday, November 1st from 1:00-4:00pm

     

    Learn how to decorate cookies with royal icing. With fun fall cookie shapes and icing colors.

    Cost is $15 per person, Registration begins Oct 3rd, Register by Oct 21st. Space is limited.

    Pumpkin Carving

    Friday, October 28th from 9:30-11:30am

     

    Come carve a pumpkin with us. $5 per person. Registration begins Oct 3rd. Register by Oct 21st.

    Equine Experience at High Hopes

    Friday, October 21st from 12:15-2:00pm

     

    Meet & Greet with the horses, tour the farm and see all the horses out in their paddocks, do some grooming in the barn (hands-on horse time), and enjoy the beautiful farm.

    Cost is $20 Per Person, Registration begins Oct 3rd, Register by Oct 14th. Space is limited.

    Medicare: Know Before You Buy or Renew

    Tuesday, October 11th from 10:00-11:30am

     

    Know the Top 10 questions you should ask your agent before you buy or renew your Medicare Plan for next year. With licensed agent, George Peacock of Peacock Financial LLC.

    Free. Registration begins Oct 3rd. Register by Oct 7th.