BUS TRIPS

 

Four Winds Casino (Senior Day)

Wed. Oct. 23rd 10:00 to 3:00

 

Receive $10 food voucher and $15 in slot play. All for  $18.  Wednesday is Senior day - buy one buffet get one free and you can still use your food voucher for other foods.   Must have a valid I.D and payment must be paid in cash.  Please note that reservation must be received by Oct 16th.  Please call 469-4556 for reservations.

 

Traverse City—Overnight Get Away

October 21st - 22nd

 

Featuring:  Polish Arts Center, The Music House Museum, Cherry Pie Company, Cheese Lady and

The Village at Grand Traverse Common.  All of the above plus Deluxe Motor Coach Bus, Hotel Accommodations at The Cherry Tree Resort,  includes breakfast, 1 lunch  and Music Hall Museum entry fee all for  $195 double occupancy, $180 triple, $170 Quad.  Single occupancy is $250. There will be a luncheon for those going on Oct 14 at 12 noon.  It is important that you attend as you will receive your itinerary and final information.

 

.ACTIVITIES

Bingo

 

Lifecare with lunch— Fri., Oct. 11th @11 a.m..

Oak Woods Manor with lunch -  Fri. Oct. 25th @  11.

Call for reservations at 469-4556

 

Crafts 

Tuesday at 12:00

 

Come join Melanie Lynch and her class for a fun time.  If you would like to join the fun, please call the center at 469-4556 to assure that there are supplies for all attendees.

 

Cribbage

Tues. & Thurs. at 1:30

 

Come join Charlie Simmons and a group that plays cribbage every Tuesday and Thursday.

 

Euchre

Wednesday at 1:00

There is a group that is playing Euchre on Wednesdays at 1:00. If you would like to join them, please call 469-4556 for information.

 

Exercise Class

Monday, Wednesday & Friday

At 9:00 & 10:00

The Exercise class will have 2 sessions every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:00  and 10:00 . 

Tai Chi

Thursdays at 1:30

Tai Chi is the slow moving, centuries-old, martial art.  Tai Chi can help obtain balance (both physical and mental) keep the body supple, improve physical and emotional well being, increase energy and endurance; and provide a sense of serenity.  Health benefits may include reduction in stress, lower blood pressure; relief from arthritic pain and, according to the CDC, help in the prevention of falls.  There is no competition - you proceed at your own pace.  Wear loose fitting clothing - be comfortable.  Punch cards available—6 sessions for $48, 8 sessions for $60 or drop in fee of $10.  Janet Snelgrove, Facilitator.  Call 269 982-7282.

 

Quilting Bee

Thursdays  1:00 -  3:00

 

It’s a good time to come and join Donna Gothe and the quilting  group.  If you are interested, please call 469-4556 for details.

 

 

Knitting and Crocheting

Fridays at 1:00

 

You can learn to knit, crochet or tat, increase your skills, have problems solved, share patterns or just socialize with other knitters and crotchetiers.  This group is led by an expert, Ron Ahrens, and meets Fridays from 1:00 to 2:30.

 

Elder Abuse

Monday, October 21 11:00 – 12:00

Presented by

Becky Brisboe-Gleissner

 

Becky is the Adult Services Manager, Berrien County Department of Health and Human Services

Elder abuse perpetrators are often trusted family, friends, or caregivers and can occur in any setting.  Approximately 1 in 10 Americans age 60 and above has experienced some form of elder abuse and only about 1 in 14 cases are reported.  Adult Protective Services cannot force you out of your home but they can help offer services and support.  You can call 855-444-3911, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation.  Come join Becky for information, facts and find out what you can do to protect yourself or a loved one from Elder Abuse.  Call 469-4556 to register for this event.