WINTER SEASON: January - March 2019

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1 WINTER SEASON: January - March 2019 The Advantage is published quarterly by AgeWell Letter from the Director Volume 11, Issue 1 Wellness Office (231) Inside this Issue Membership Information 2 Members Corner 3 Senior Millage 4 Events 5 Fitness Class Descriptions 6 January Calendar 7 February Calendar 8 March Calendar 9 and handing out new barcoded check-in devices. We want to ensure your information is accurate as well as check to help slowly streamline our process of entering your data. Please be patient with us as we stop you along the way! The new system will have excellent new features that we will roll-out a little bit at a time. As always, we are working hard to bring you quality programming by strengthening our offerings. Thank you for being a valued member! Happy New Year! Sincerely, Kris Collee Executive Director Dear Members: We are SO excited to tell you our big news! We are now accepting both SilverSneakers AND Silver and Fit! Your Wellness Team was hard at work, advocating for the program to come to Tanglewood Park. We could not be more excited to welcome SilverSneakers to our list of opportunities to participate in our programs. SilverSneakers is the nation s leading exercise program designed exclusively for Medicare-eligible adults. SilverSneakers offers physical activity, health education and social events, helping to reduce health care costs driven by the physical and mental effects of aging and physician and hospital visits. Check-in at the Wellness Office to find out how your insurance coverage works with this program and determine your benefit eligibility. AgeWell Services has been working hard behind the scenes on a new participant tracking program to better serve our guests at the Wellness Center. We want to help the transition by checking our processes and procedures. After the New Year, Wellness team members will be stopping all current members to ensure their information is up to date in the new system Update From Wellness: The Wellness office will be implementing a new check-in process in the upcoming new year. Please be aware that our friendly Wellness Team will be stopping you as you come in the building for a time; to ensure we are able to update our new system and also to ensure you are receiving your new barcoded check-in device. Perhaps you could also use this time to be sure you are getting the most out of your membership! If you are an individual who runs by the Wellness desk trying to get to your class on time, please do us a favor (and alleviate the frustration you ll feel when we stop you) and get here a little early as we will be stopping you to check you in and get updated information. We are hopeful that this process will be short-lived and you ll be able to check in with your new membership badge relatively soon. We are asking for some grace during this time as we try to better your entire Wellness experience! Happy New Year and be well!

2 Membership Info / Pricing WINTER SEASON: January 7 - March 29, 2019 *AgeWell Services Wellness Center and Café CLOSED: January 1, 21 & February 18 Benefits General Membership ($9/month or $99/year) Silver & Fit / SilverSneakers Unlimited Fitness Membership ($45/month) Walk-in Visitor ($5 per drop-in fitness class) Fitness Access Library Access Computer Lab Education Opportunities $5 Per Fitness Class Unlimited Fitness Classes 1 Free Class Benefits 1 Art Class Membership ($107/Season) 2 Art Class Membership ($187/Season) Walk-in Visitor ($10 per drop-in art class) 1 Art Class/week for the Season 2 Art Classes/week for the Season 3-Month General Membership (see above) $10 Per Art Class Wellness Office Contact Information Executive Director Mission Services Senior Manager Wellness Program Assistant Kris Collee Angela Weaver Kathie Olsen (231) (231) (231) Mission Services Director Fitness ist Wellness Program Assistant Laura Beechnau Francine Calandro Mary Gherardi (231) (231) (231) Page 2

3 Members Corner AgeWell Wellness Center Success Story Name: Bobby Whitlock AgeWell Member Since: 2017 What classes have you taken at AgeWell? My first class at AgeWell was a Matter of Balance class. I met great seniors using a curriculum that would keep me from falling using materials that were produced by Boston University. I then started a class called Hot Dog Weights produced by the American Arthritis Association The purpose was to strengthen my ankles and legs to maintain my muscles and balance. I also took Hatha Yoga, Tai Chi, Sit & Fit and other classes. What is your greatest success since becoming an AgeWell member? In Chicago they have discovered that socialization will almost stop Alzheimer s Disease. After my wife s death, I needed this place. One of my greatest successes is my new-found self-discovery. Grief groups help, but this is a place I can come every day I wish. Hear it from Bobby: The remarkable assets here are: the amazing people, the instructors, and all of the staff. The staff is kind, caring and competent. I hope I have helped others as much as I have been helped. This is an outstanding group of people who give of themselves for others. This place makes me smile, laugh, and find new purpose for today. Thanks to all! Tanglewood Park 10th Anniversary Open House Thank you to the 18 members who have been here since the beginning! More than 200 people attended the Open House Page 3

4 SENIOR MILLAGE Lunch & Learns 12:00-1:30 pm Fitness Programs MCC Lakeshore Fitness Center Jan 11 - Flexibility & Mobility Feb 8 - Balance Clinic Mar 8 - Nutrition 101 Intro To Fitness Classes Starting March 8, join us every Friday at Holton Library. Each 4 week session will introduce new fitness classes Zumba, Strength Training, Stretch & More. Orchard View Community Education Jan 16 - YMCA Healthier You Feb 20 - Alzheimer s Association Mar 20 - DaySpring Activity RPNIA Rebecca Lenoir Center Jan 23 - Tri-County Protection Team Presentation Feb 27 - Senior Resources Presentation Mar 27 - Phone, Mail & E-scams Presentation Enhanced Fitness Join us at Orchard View Community Education on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:30-10:30 am. This class is an evidence-based group exercise program, which helps older adults at all levels of fitness become more active, energized and empowered to sustain independent lives. White Lake Community Center Jan 21 - Home Repair Scams Presentation Feb 18 - In-Home Care & Senior Residences Mar 18 - Diabetes & Exercise Presentation Events Consumer Awareness Presentations at Tanglewood Park January 10 Phone, Mail & E-scams, 1:00-2:30 pm February 8 In-Home Care & Senior Residences, 10:00-11:30 am March 8 Investment Fraud, 10:00-11:30 am Pickleball Join us every Thursday, at Orchard View Community Education, from 4:30-6:00 pm for pickleball. There are 3 courts available, with one designated for beginners just learning how to play. Senior Friendship Dance Day Friday, February 15 from 2:00-5:00 pm at MCC Lakeshore Fitness Center. Wear something red to share the love of music of dance. Music, a dance instructor and refreshments will be provided. Page 4

5 SPECIAL EVENTS & ACTIVITIES Advance Directives The Charted Healthcare Planning Coalition recommends that adults over the age of 18 have an Advance Directive in place. This allows an individual's designated healthcare proxy to make medical decisions on their behalf if they are no longer able to make their wishes known. Call the Wellness Office at (231) to schedule your 1-hour appointment. FREE Legal Services Free legal advice available from Attorney Michael Herring of Michigan Attorneys Practicing Law for the Elderly (MAPLE). Contact the Wellness Office to schedule your 30 minute appointment: (231) FREE Blood Pressure Checks Did you know AgeWell Services offers FREE blood pressure checks every Monday? Stop by the Game between 9:30 a.m.-noon. FREE and open to the public. No appointment necessary. Group These FREE sessions will be with Sheri Goik- Kurn, Masters of Science on Thursdays, from October 4 - December 20. Possible topics include: Creating Healthy Boundaries, Understanding Feelings and Defenses, Co- Dependency, How old tapes and self-talk affect our attitudes, Tossing out that old baggage & Serentity-Courage to Change. Foot Care by Lynda Take care of your feet with Lynda, licensed cosmetologist for only $15! Appointment includes: foot soak, nail trim, massage, lotion and polish. The $15 fee is to be paid to Lynda on the day of service. Call the Wellness Office at (231) to schedule your 20 minute appointment. BINGO Join us once per month for BINGO at Tanglewood Park! 25 cents per card. Jan. 8, Feb. 5, & Mar. 5. Prizes awarded for each game. Page 5

6 FITNESS CLASS DESCRIPTIONS Beginner Level Classes Seated Hatha Yoga 1: In this class you will be guided through a safe and gentle series of exercises to improve relaxation, flexibility, strength, range of motion, mental focus and breathing. Modifications for those with special needs will be offered. This entire class is done in a chair and there is no floor work. Hot Dog Weights: Do you have lower extremity joint pain & stiffness due to osteoarthritis? Using half lb. to 10 lb. weights, we will build up your leg strength, improve your balance & increase your self confidence while managing your arthritis. Seated Cardio Class & Strength: This class starts with a stretch, continue into drumming and shakers moving the body and having fun. This is a seated class, moving the body and just plain fun. This is great for people with walkers, canes or wheelchairs. All are welcome. Stretch N More: In this class you will learn a combination of health tips (arthritis and other), relaxation techniques and a majority of stretching exercises. You will work at your own pace to increase flexibility and reduce levels of pain and stiffness. This class can be done sitting in a chair or standing. *This class is endorsed by the Arthritis Foundation. Easy Level Classes: Early Bird Stretch with Ball: In this class you will revitalize your body by stretching all your major muscle groups. This class will help keep your back healthy with some stretches on the stability ball. This class gets on the floor, but you may stay seated. Heavy Hands Cardio Plus: In this 30-minute class you will use light hand weights at all times (optional) while wearing a pedometer and recording each week on how many steps you can get in 25 minutes while doing cardio moves at your own pace. Seated Zumba with Golden Beat and Balance: This class combines Latin rhythms with easy-to-follow moves to create an enjoyable cardiovascular and mind workout to improve coordination, balance and memory. No dance skills needed. Seated Zumba Toning: Zumba class from your chair. Burn calories and exercise muscles using toning sticks. Enjoy exercise done to Latin music. Moderate Level Classes: s Alive Combo: In this class you will enjoy drums, cardio, and hand weights to help keep your strong. It is three classes in one: Silver Fun & Fit, Zumba Gold, and s. *This class is endorsed by Silver & Fit. Enhanced Fitness: Combines 4 classes in 1 Strength Training, Flexibility, Aerobic Exercise, and Balance. Hatha Yoga 2: In this class you will work on relaxation, strength, balance and flexibility techniques with emphasis on proper body alignment and improved breathing. You should have prior yoga experience or be comfortable standing, sitting and getting up and down from the floor. Line Dancing 1: In this class you will have moderate movements to keep your heart healthy and burn calories. Senior Shape Up: In this class you will work on strengthening your muscles and enjoy some aerobic walking and dancing. Silver FUN & Fit: In this class you will enjoy a variety of fun, low impact aerobics, light weights, tubes, and Zumba. Zumba Gold: This class combines Latin rhythms with easy-to-follow moves to create an enjoyable cardiovascular workout. No dance skills needed. Challenging Level Classes: Cardio Circuit: In this 40 minute class you will do kickboxing steps, ab work, drums alive, and working with weights and bars. Cardio Dance & More: In this non-stop class you will enjoy cardio, weights for shoulders and an ab workout with a cool down at the end. Dumbbells & Weights: In this class you will challenge both muscular strength and muscular endurance by incorporating dumbbells (hand weights) and weights (with a bar) designed to work the major muscle groups. Hatha Yoga 3: In this class you will improve your flexibility, strength, balance, while learning additional poses and stretches. Line Dancing 2: For the crowd who has done more than a year of dancing and like it faster with new moves. Get heart rates to target and burn calories. Zumba: This class combines Latin rhythms with easy-to-follow moves to create an enjoyable cardiovascular workout. This class burns about 800 calories per hour while engaging the core, upper and lower body. (Music is loud!) Zumba with Zumba Toning: This 60-minute class combines Latin rhythms with easy-to-follow moves to create an enjoyable cardiovascular workout. Burn extra calories and exercise muscles using toning sticks. This class burns about 800 calories per hour while engaging the core, upper and lower body. Page 6

7 January 2019 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY :00 Hatha Yoga :00 Silver FUN & Fit :00 Silver FUN & Fit /10 Min Abs /Circuit CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY 9:00 Hatha Yoga 2 /10 Min Abs /Circuit 9:00 Hatha Yoga 2 /10 Min Abs /Circuit :00 Hatha Yoga 2 30 /10 Min Abs 10:00 Silver FUN & Fit /Circuit 31 Color Code Calendar Key Art Classes Cafe Events Fitness Classes Wellness Activities Page 7

8 February 2019 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Color Code 1 2 Calendar Key Art Classes Cafe Events Fitness Classes Wellness Activities 2:00 Happy Hour :00 Hatha Yoga :00 Silver FUN & Fit /10 Min Abs /Circuit :00 Hatha Yoga /10 Min Abs 10:00 Silver FUN & Fit /Circuit :00 Hatha Yoga CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY /10 Min Abs /Circuit :00 Hatha Yoga :00 Silver FUN & Fit /10 Min Abs /Circuit Page 8

9 March 2019 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Color Code 1 2 Calendar Key Art Classes Cafe Events Fitness Classes Wellness Activities 2:00 Happy Hour :00 Hatha Yoga :00 Silver FUN & Fit /10 Min Abs /Circuit :00 Hatha Yoga /10 Min Abs 10:00 Silver FUN & Fit /Circuit :00 Hatha Yoga :00 Silver FUN & Fit /10 Min Abs /Circuit 24 / 31 10:00 Silver FUN & Fit :00 Hatha Yoga /10 Min Abs /Circuit Page 9

10 AgeWell Services of West Michigan 560 Seminole Rd. Muskegon, MI Current Resident Or PLEASE HELP US KEEP YOUR RECORD UP TO DATE! Is your name and mailing address correct? Please contact Kathie Olsen in our Wellness Office with any changes: Phone: (231) Save the Date Heels for Meals Saturday, April 13, :00-11:00 pm Bella Maria s Event Center AgeWell Services of West Michigan s 6th Annual Fundraiser to raise money for meal programs: Meals on Wheels and Lunch & Activity Centers. For more information please call Heather Delimata, Development st at