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SR CENTER ACTIVITIES
AUGUST 2016
ACTIVITIES AT OUR FREEPORT LOCATION
Call 815-235-9777, ext. 221 for more information or to register for the following activities:
EXERCISE CLASS
Join us Wednesday mornings, at 9:30 for forty-five minutes of fun and exercise. No experience is necessary and all fitness levels are welcome. The class, taught by Dr. Julie Smith will incorporate stretching, strength- ening and aerobic skills. Dr. Smith has a bachelor’s degree in physical edu- cation with an emphasis in dance and is a doctor of chiropractic medicine and board-certified naturopath. The fee for the class is $5.00 and will be collected at the start of each session.
COLORING FUN
Come to the Senior Resource Center for a relaxing social time and to col- or. This group will be meeting Thursdays, August 11 and 25 at 9:30am. Bring your color books, crayons, markers or color pencils if you have them. Supplies and refreshments are provided. Registration is preferred, but walk-ins welcome.
CRIBBAGE CLASSES
Come to learn about Cribbage and to have fun Thursdays, August 11, 18
and 25 from 10:00 am to noon at the SRC. For more information call Highland Community College 815-235-6121. The Classes will be taught by Bud Weiner, a retired NIU professor. You will need to sign up for this class through Highland Community College.
FREE HEARING SCREENINGS
The Lions Club Mobile Hearing Services Unit, in conjunction with the Se- nior Resource Center is sponsoring a Free Hearing Screening on Tues., Aug 16, 12:00pm to 5:00pm at the Senior Resource Center parking lot, 206 E. Stephenson St. Children ages 10-17 are also welcome but a signed parental consent is required. The screening only takes a few minutes and is completely painless. If a hearing problem is detected, those individuals will be referred to a hearing professional for further testing and treat- ment. Appointments are not required.
BINGO ANYONE?
Come and join us for an afternoon of Bingo, Wednesday, August 17,
1:30pm to 2:30pm. Donations accepted for this activity being held at the Freeport Senior Resource Center. Refreshments will be served
MEDICARE BASICS CLASS
If you are turning 65, have questions or need a refresher about Medicare, this class is for you. There will be 2 classes held on Tues., Aug 23 at 10:00am and 2:00pm. This class is taught by Ralph Norman who is a Chartered Advisor for Senior Living. He also has 40 years of experience in insurance and financial services. He will present the basics of Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Supplements and prescription drug plans. Bring your tough Medicare questions. Additional Appointments will be offered. Everyone is welcome to attend.
AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS
The next AARP Safe Driving Classes will be held Tuesday, Aug.9 from
10:00am - 6:00pm and a 2-day class Wed. and Thurs., Aug. 17 and 18 from 10:00am to 2:00pm. These courses will provide a review of driving skills and techniques, as well as strategies and tips to help you adjust to normal age-related physical changes that may affect your driving ability. By taking these classes, you may receive a discount on your auto insur- ance. Cost is $15 if you are an AARP member and $20 if non-member. Bring a sack lunch for the all-day class. The classes will be held at Schwarz Chapel, 608 S. Park Blvd., Freeport. Call the Senior Resource Center to register at 815-235-9777 OR if you have questions call 815-232-3042.
*Illinois has mandated an insurance- premium discount for partici- pants age 55 or older, in a driver safety program.
GOLDEN MEALS GROCERY BINGO EnjoyBingofollowedbylunchTuesday, August30at9:30amatthe
NICAA Golden Meals site in the Crum & Forster Building, 524 W. Stephen- son, Lower Level. Enter at the rear of the building. Bring a non-perish- able food item for donation to the food pantry and join in the fun. If you would like to stay for lunch, please call the Golden Meals site one day pri- or at 815-232-8896. Sponsored by Oakley Courts, the Senior Resource Cen- ter and NICAA Golden Meals Program.
CARDS & TABLE GAMES
All held at the Golden Meals Center, 524 W. Stephenson St. Come join
the fun.
Monday– 12:45-2:45pm – Cards or table games Wednesday – 8:45-11am – Hand & Foot Thursday – 12:45- 2:45pm – Cribbage (will teach)
TABLE TENNIS
Table tennis is held at St. John’s UCC Church, 1010 S. Park Blvd, Freeport on Tuesday’s from 9am – 10am
TOURS
We have an American Classic Tours Book for 2016 available at the Senior Resource Center. Stop in and pick one up to plan your tours for the year.
SR CENTER ACTIVITIES
AUGUST 2016
ACTIVITIES AT OUR HANOVER LOCATION
Call 815-777-1316 for more information or to register for the following ac- tivities:
FOOT CARE CLINIC
On Thurs., August 9 the mobile foot care clinic will be in Hanover. Please call 815-777-1316 ext.248 to register. Medicare is accepted. Cost is $45 if you are not on Medicare. There is a limited number of appoint- ments available.
FREE HEARING SCREENINGS
The Lions Club Mobile Hearing Services Unit, in conjunction with the Se- nior Resource Center is sponsoring a Free Hearing Screening on Wed., Aug 17, 1:30pm to 5:00pm at the Jo Daviess Senior Resource Center, 500 Fillmore St. Hanover. Children ages 10-17 are also welcome but a signed parental consent is required. The screening only takes a few min- utes and is completely painless. If a hearing problem is detected, those individuals will be referred to a hearing professional for further testing and treatment. Appointments are not required.
From Friends and Family
In Loving Memory of:
Isabelle Graham and Virginia Knutti
Thank you for your continuous support of the
Senior Resource Center
Jerry and Ruth Armstrong Floyd and Barb Baker Ty and Gail Cocagne
Richard and Connie Cornelius
Dianne Dixon Joseph Graham
Larry and Char Knutti Wayne McCarthy
John and Sue McCarthy Rae Lyn Randecker Jeffrey Richardson