Senior Lifestyles Volume XLI No. 29
May 2016
Get Outdoors! Hip Hikers Page 12
The Grandma Gatewood Experience Ohio’s Legendary Hiker Page 4
Meet the Staff of the Johnson City Senior Center Page 7
Beginning Sign Language Page 4
Boardwalk of Health Page 15
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News
May 2016
JCSC Foundation News Meet the Board! The Foundation Board members are some of the hardest-working people we know – as you see them out in the community or at Center events, please thank them for their contributions to the Johnson City Senior Center: Officers: James R. Hunter, President; Jimmy Pierce, President-Elect; Mark Pollock, Treasurer; Frank Calderala, Secretary; Rebecca Hennessee, Past President Members at Large: Matt S. Mooney, Rebecca Henderson, Frank Hawkins, Peter J. Speropulos, Jr., Charles Hough, Eva Hunter, Janice Shelton, Ken Cohen Board members are volunteers who have a desire to enrich the lives of senior adults in our community. The Board meets monthly at Memorial Park Community Center to plan fundraising events to
Call Jessica Holsclaw for a tour today! 423-772-0161 • Fax: 423-772-3481
146 Buck Creek Road • Roan Mountain, Tennessee 37687 support the many programs and activities offered at the Johnson City Senior Center.
Their support and boundless enthusiasm is
greatly appreciated by the staff and participants of the Center!
Please call 434-5723, 48 hours in advance to reserve a meal or if you need to cancel a meal that you have already signed up for. Sign up sheets are also available outside of the dining room.
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Learning / Pool Schedule
May 2016
Lifelong Learning Pool Schedule Wills/Small Estate (Individual Consultation) Need to make a Will but don’t have funds for legal services? Or do you know someone who has a need w/o funds? Make an appointment to meet one on one with Wesley Wilson. He is a licensed attorney since 1962 and actively engaged in Wills and Small Estates. Call 4346231 to set up an appointment. Johnson City German Club Thursdays, 9:30-11:30a Cost: Free People of all ages and skill-levels are welcome. Attendance is not required. Our goal is to promote the lifelong learning of the 3 C’s (Conversation, Composition, Culture) associated with the German language. Everyone receives free meeting minutes & special reports in German with English translations and full-color pictures. These documents are available via E-mail, a BLOG, and a limited number of complimentary paper copies brought to each meeting. Check us out on Mr. Pollock’s BLOG at http:// herrpollock.livejournal.com and see for yourself. Grandma Gatewood Experience Ohio’s Legendary Hiker Tuesday, May 3, 5p • Cost: $10 Join us for an evening of story telling and dinner. During dinner, guest speaker Johnny Molloy will share facts about the Appalachian Trail. After dinner we will see the documentary Trail Magic: The Grandma Gatewood Story. Emergency Preparedness Monday, May 9, 10:30a Cost: Free
In this program you will learn how to: Be Aware, Plan, Prepare, and Connect with Community. Learn how to prepare for an emergency, organize an emergency kit, make a plan and more. Participants should bring a family member, caregiver, close friend or other person who cares about you. You should bring important information about yourself to complete your emergency plan. This includes personal identification, emergency contacts, medications lists, doctors, insurance information, etc. Door prize give away. Please pre register. Retirement Care Planning Tuesday, May 10, 6:30p Cost: Free This program is for senior adults, baby boomers and their children. Learn how to have productive discussions addressing retirement, one’s quality of life, wishes, organizing financial and legal papers, planning ahead so everyone is on the same page and more. Pre-register. Beginning Sign Language Instructor: Carol Harmon Mondays, May 9, 16, 23, 6-7:30p Cost: $5 a class Signing is a useful skill that can open up for you a new world of relationships and understanding. Learning sign can enable you to communicate using your hands and facial expressions with people ranging in age from babies to adults. Plus, it is a great brain stimulation! The class runs 6 weeks through May and June. Please preregister.
Lap Swim Teens, Adults and Seniors M-F 7-8:30a, 11:30a-1:30p; M-W-F 7-8:45p; Sat 11a-1p Cost: $2 or $30 per month (Free to Silver Sneaker® participants) Need time to swim? Whether your choice is swimming laps, aqua jogging, or just doing your ow thing, we have a time slot to fit your needs. Senior Lap Swim M-F 1:30-3:30p Cost: $2 or $30 per month (Free to Silver Sneaker® participants) Our senior lap times are offered to individuals 55 years of age and older Water Aerobics Teens, Adults and Seniors Instructor: Heidi Perry M-W-F 9-10a Cost: $3 or $25 per month Enjoy a shallow water class which combines cardiovascular work, muscle toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided. A doctor’s clearance is required before participating in the class. Power Walking Adults and Seniors Instructor: Heidi Perry M-W-F 10-11a Cost: $2 or $20 per month This shallow water locomotion class is perfect for those who need a workout but require a low impact program. A doctor’s clearance is advised before participating in the class. All equipment is provided. Evening Aerobics Adults and Seniors Instructor: Heidi Perry T &Th 6-7p Cost: $3 or $25 per month Enjoy a shallow water class which combines cardiovascular work, muscle toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided. A doctor’s clearance is required before participating in the class. Aqua Mix Aerobics Teens, Adults and Seniors Instructor: Kim McLeod T &Th 9-10a; Sat 9:15-10:15a Cost: $3 or $25 per month
Looking for a challenging workout? This class is a mix of shallow end and deep end aerobics. While in the deep end floatation belts are used to keep you afloat while doing exercises. The focus is on toning, cardiovascular strength, endurance and core work. No swimming skills are needed. A doctor’s clearance is required before participating in the class. Cardio Waves Teens, Adults and Seniors Instructor: Kim McLeod M-W-F 6-7p Cost: $3 or $25 per month This is a high intensity water aerobics program geared towards individuals who are looking to push their limits! All equipment is provided. Therapy Pool Schedule: Adult Only Open Therapy Adults & Seniors M-W-F 7-10a; T & Th 7-11a; M-W-F 6-8:45p; Sat 9-11a Cost: $2 or $25 per month (Free to Silver Sneaker® participants) An adult only time for therapy that you can engage in activities of your choice to fit your therapeutic needs. This pool is for low impact swimming. You will not be allowed to jump, splash or make big waves. Silver Sneakers® Splash Seniors Instructor: Heidi Perry T & Th 11:45a-12:45p Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker® participants) A fun low impact program geared toward senior citizens looking to improve the quality of their social life and physical wellbeing. Arthritis Class Adults & Seniors Instructor: Heidi Perry T & Th 11-11:40a Cost: $3 per class (Free to Silver Sneaker® participants) This class will help you getyour gears moving, not grinding in the morning with an expertly tailored workout. Arthritis class is instructed by an American Arthritis Foundation certified instructor. All equipment is provided. A doctor’s note is required but you are welcome to try a class without the note and bring one to the next session.
Outings
May 2016
Travel Corner
Outings Wohlfahrt Theatre-Country Roads Wednesday, June 22 leave MPCC at 9:30a, return approx. 6p Cost: $38 (gratuity not included in price) charter bus All Country Roads lead to Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre for this tribute to Country Music and it’s stars of the past and present. This original revue features our talented cast of singers as well as our incredible live band and will remind you why “you were country, when country wasn’t cool”. Grab your hat, polish your boots and head to Wohlfahrt Haus for some Southern hospitality & charm. Source:Wohlfahrt No refunds, limited seats.
like homemade apple butter and jellies to guests during the event. Source: Greene County Chamber of Commerce.
Dixie Diners Thursday, May 12, 4:30p Join your Dixie Diner friends for dinner at Ruby Tuesdays which is located across the street from ETSU on State of Franklin. Ruby Tuesdays has a salad bar along with a large menu of sandwiches and salads. Please sign up by May 10th. Please note that Dixie Diners will meet for dinner during the spring and summer months.
American Museum of Science and Energy in Oak Ridge Tuesday, June 7 leave MPCC at 8:00a, return approx. 5:00p • Cost: $10 Have you read the book “Girls of Atomic City” or curious about the history that Oak Ridge played in the Manhattan Project and atomic power? Then join us for a trip to this fascinating and very entertaining museum. The museum opened in 1949 in an old wartime cafeteria. It was originally named the American Museum of Atomic Energy. Its guided tours took visitors through the peaceful uses of atomic energy. The present facility, opened in 1975, continues to provide the general public with energy information. Source: AMSE. Lunch on your own afterwards. Sign up and pay by June 2.
Jonesborough Repertory Theatre: Sense and Sensibility Friday, May 20 Leave MPCC at 5:15p, return approx. 9:30 • Cost: $15 Join us for an outing to the Jonesborough Repertory Theatre for a performance of the Jane Austen classic “Sense and Sensibility”. We will have dinner at the Black Olive restaurant at approximately 5:30p, the show starts at 7:00p. Please sign up and pay by May 18. Iris Festival Saturday, May 21 Leave MPCC at 9:15a, return approx. 5p • Cost: $3 Join us for a trip to beautiful Downtown Greenville for the annual Iris Festival. More than 160 crafters and merchants line the streets and fill the parking lots of the festival area, some of which demonstrate arts like wheel-thrown pottery, crocheting and woodworking. Many of the crafters provide samples
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Burl Masts’ Red Barn Music Jam Thursday, May 26 Leave MPCC at 5:30p, return approx. 9:00p • Cost: $2 Join us for an evening of dancing, socializing and some great music. Burl Masts’ Red Barn on Scioto Road in Unicoi hosts a weekly gathering of bluegrass, old time and string band musicians.
Coming Soon!
Hatfield/McCoy Show Wednesday, July 13 Leave MPCC at 9:30a Approximate return is 6p • Cost: $41 Limited seats Register and pay by June 30 It’s Feudin’ Feastin’ Family Fun at The Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show™! Become part of the longest running feud in history and help the Hatfields and McCoys try to settle their differences mountain-style. Source: Hatfield and McCoy Dinner show. This is a Matinee show with Lunch.
The annual New York City trip was moved to October to allow you to explore this fascinating city without interfering with your Thanksgiving plans. Priced at only $599 pp/do, this has become an annual tradition! One of the most memorable tours will be at the 911 Museum at the site of the former World Trade Center buildings. If you’ve already seen New York, you have the option to leave the tour in Manhattan and spend your time at a Broadway play or exploring new parts of the City. Trip cost includes 5 nights lodging, comfortable motor coach transportation, guided tours, and several meals. Sign up soon! We also have travelers looking for single roommates; if you would like to meet a potential roommate, call the Senior Services desk for more information.
FIT to Go Travel Club
The travel club will not meet in May, but we encourage you to sign up for the Grandma Gatewood experience on Tuesday, May 3, starting at 5:00 p.m. You can hear her story Grandma Gatewood: Ohio’s Legendary Hiker, as told by Bette Lou Higgins, followed by dinner and local Appalachian Trail lore with Johnny Molloy. The evening will conclude with the presentation of the documentary Trail Magic: The Grandma Gatewood Story (Produced by Eden Valley Enterprises and FilmAffects). Cost is $10 per person; seating is limited. Trail Magic: The Grandma Gatewood Story was made possible, in part, by a grant from the Ohio Historical Society’s History Fund. The History Fund is supported exclusively by voluntary donations of Ohio income tax refunds and designated gifts to the Ohio Historical Society. www.ohiohistory.org/historyfund. The story tells the fascinating journey of Grandma Gatewood, who, at the of 67, was the first woman to hike the complete distance of the Appalachian Trail. This will be an entertaining evening – you don’t want to miss it! The next monthly meeting of the FIT to Go travel club will be Thursday, June 2 at 5:30 p.m. We will offer a cookout in the healing garden to celebrate summer. Pre-registration is required to help us plan the food. Menu will include hamburgers, baked beans, chips and dessert. Cost will be $1.00 per person. Register at the Center by Tuesday, May 31.
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Sports Summer Bowling League Holiday Lanes Leagues start May 2 and May 5 Please contact: Ann Deakins @ 423-213-5861 or Holiday Lanes @ 423-282-6251 for more information.
Senior Basketball Mondays at 10a Meet in the gym for pick-up games and shoot arounds
Senior Billiards Monday - Friday 7a to 8p • Cost: Free Senior men and women are both welcome to play on four new tables. All levels of experience are welcome. Come swim with the senior sharks at the community center. Yearly tournaments held.
Doubles Table Tennis Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9:30a-Noon Cost: Free Senior men’s and women’s doubles table tennis. Keep your brain and body active with table tennis. Yearly tournaments will be held.
Pickleball Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8-11:30a • Cost: Free This activity is a modified form of tennis and we play doubles.
Badminton Wednesdays, 7p Cost: Free Open to all ages!
Senior Legend Golf Group Over the age of 50 and enjoy golf? Tuesdays and Thursdays, Tee times and location varies. Contact Gil & Bobbie Dietz @ 423-926-9824 for more information.
Sports
May 2016
Warm-Up Exercises for Seniors by Susan Brassard, Demand Media A proper warm-up session before exercise reduces the risk of injury. While warm-up exercises are a vital first step in anyone’s exercise program, they are especially important for older adults who may be less active or sedentary. A proper warm-up increases your heart rate and respiration and increases body temperature, which warms the muscles. Regardless of your activity level, it is essential to begin slowly and build up the level of your warm-ups over time. Because stretching cold muscles can cause muscle injury, do not substitute stretching exercises for a genuine warmup, according to the Mayo Clinic. Ask your primary health-care provider for a clean bill of health before beginning any exercise program. Benefits The purpose of a warm-up session is to prepare your body for a more active phase of exercise. As you progress through your warm-up routine, the increased blood flow throughout your body delivers additional oxygen to your muscles, which helps to improve muscle efficiency and reaction time. Performed correctly, a warm-up session also serves to reduce stress and tension in your body and mind, and mentally prepares you for your upcoming exercise session. Examples A brisk walk, jumping jacks or riding a stationary bicycle are suitable warm-up exercises for seniors in good health and physical condition.
If you have a chronic health condition, or are recovering from an illness or medical procedure, a slow, leisurely walk might be a good alternative, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Chair exercises such as head, arm and shoulder rolls are suitable warm-ups for seniors with limited mobility. Whether seated or standing, marching in place with your arms swinging freely in opposition to your raised knee, will help your body to remain in balance. Ankle circles and leg extensions can also be performed from a standing or sitting position.
Healthy Living
May 2016
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Healthy Living Taste the Mediterranean Diet Tuesday May 10 2p-3:30p • Cost: Free Presented by: Chef Mark and Elizabeth Hall, RDN, LDN from Food City. May is National Mediterranean Diet Month! We are going to see Chef Mark prepare a wonderful healthy Mediterranean meal and sample these foods. Ms. Hall will talk about the benefits of this type of diet. Come for an afternoon of culinary delight and information. You must preregister by May 2. Call : 423-434-6237. This event is limited to 30 people. Common Foot Problems Tuesday May 10, 11a-12p • Cost: Free Presented by: Dr. Ryan Chatelain, DPM Many people have foot problems. We will learn about common foot problems and the treatments that are being done for them. Call 423-434-6237 for a reservation. Ever Changing Healthcare and You Tuesday May 31, 1-2p • Cost: Free Presented by; Josh Harrison, Pharm D from Mooney`s Pharmacy. Healthcare is changing so very fast. You may hear the word outcomes spoken at the hospital, pharmacy or physician’s office, what does that mean? Are the changes good for you as a consumer? Bring your questions about the best way to purchase medications and other questions you have for the pharmacist. Refreshments are being provided by Brookdale of Johnson City. For a seat call 423-434-6237
Not all nursing homes are the same. Here at Lakebridge Health Care, we care for each resident with a personal touch, and that makes all the difference. You can relax knowing your loved one is in good hands with us.
115 Woodlawn Drive Johnson City, TN 37604 (423) 975-0095
Nurse One on One Would you like a scheduled time to talk with a nurse one on one? If you want to talk about a health issue or get information please schedule an appointment by calling Patty at 423-434-6235. We can sit down together and talk. Coming in June! Taking Control of Your Chronic Disease – Osteoporosis Date: Starting Wednesday June 1, meeting then on Mondays and Wednesdays Time: 11:00a-12:00p • Cost: $8 for the series We want to help you take control of your osteoporosis. The program will kick off with a guest speaker on the first day talking about osteoporosis. The 4 week series will include 30 minutes of education and 30 minutes of exercise during each session. Recipe Corner Spring has arrived with local fresh produce available. This recipe is simple and easy to fix. Sautéed Asparagus, Peppers and Mushrooms This recipe serves 7. Ingredients: 1 ½ Tbsp. olive oil 1 lb. asparagus, trimmed and cut into thirds ½ cup sliced red onion 8 oz. baby Bella mushrooms, sliced 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped 1 clove garlic minced Instructions: 1. Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan or wok on medium high. Add asparagus, onion, mushrooms and red pepper and cook for 1518 minutes, stirring frequently. 2. Add garlic to pan and cook for 1 minute. Stir garlic and vegetables to incorporate. Exchanges: 1 Nonstarchy Vegetable, ½ fat Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time 20 minutes Nutrition Facts: Serving size ½ cup 50 Calories, 3.0 g. fat, 5 grams Carbohydrate, 2 g. Protein, 2 g. Sugars, 1 g. Dietary Fiber, 0 mg Cholesterol, 0 mg Sodium, 270 mg Potassium Recipe from American Diabetes Association
Meet the Staff David Montgomery
Account Clerk for Senior Services David has been responsible for “taking care of business” for 11 years at the Johnson City Senior Center. His job duties include the processing of check requests, payroll, processing invoices, and making daily deposits. He also prepares financial reports for grant funding and the Senior Center Foundation. Outside of his financial responsibilities he registers Silver Sneaker® participants so they can begin to be active. He is a native of Carter County and received his higher education degree from ETSU. He makes his home of 23 years with his wife, Teresa, in Johnson City where he has also been a Pastor for a local church for over 18 years. You may have heard him on the radio as he has done a weekly radio program for over 12 years. David, in his, “spare” time enjoys playing the rhythm guitar and bass guitar. He also enjoys going to car shows, being outdoors, and walking his dog. Anytime you see David and ask him how he is doing, his answer is always the same, “I am blessed”
May Special Events
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10:30 Lifelong Sports Journey-Golf 11:00 One on One Computers/ Amara Carberry 5:00 Grandma Gatewood 6:30 Grief Support Gathering
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10:30 Lifelong Sports Journey -Golf 11:00 Facebook 6:30 Retirement Care Planning
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11:00 Common Foot Problems 11:00 Whimsical Wednesday
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10: 30 Lifelong Sports Journey-Golf 11:00 One on One Computer/Amara Carberry
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11:00 Whimsical Wednesday 12:00 One on One Computers/Betty Hall
11:00 Taking Control of Your Chronic Disease – Arthritis 1:00 The Joy of Charcoal Drawing 1:00 Amateur Photography Club
10:30 Emergency Preparedness 1:00 The Joy of Charcoal Drawing 1:00 Exploring Great Artists 6:00 Beginning Sign Language
12:00 One on One Computers/Betty Hall 1:00 The Joy of Charcoal Drawing 1:00 Exploring Great Artists 2:00 One on One Computers/Betty Hall 6:00 Beginning Sign Language
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12:00 One on one Computers/ Betty Hall 1:00 The Joy of Charcoal Drawing 1:00 Exploring Great Artists 2:00 One on One Computers/ Betty Hall 6:00 Beginning Sign Language
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THURSDAY 8:00 Hike-Tour de Falls 10:00 As the Page Turns 10:30 Lifelong Sports Journey-Golf 1:00 Basic Color Theory 2:00 S.A.L.T. Council 5:30 Beginner Line Dance (Level 2)
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10:00 Writer’s Circle 10:30 Lifelong Sports Journey-Golf 1:00 Basic Color Theory 4:30 Dixie Diners 5:30 Beginner Line Dance (Level 2)
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8:00 Hike @ Blackstack Cliffs 10:30 Lifelong Sports Journey-Golf 12:00 One on one Computers/ Betty Hall 1:00 Basic Color Theory 2:00 One on One Computers/ Betty Hall 5:30 Beginner Line Dance (Level 2)
6:30 Next Step Photography
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11:00 One on One Computer/ Amara Carberry 1:00 Ever Changing Healthcare & You
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9:00 Boardwalk of Health
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11:00 Taking Control of Your Chronic Disease Arthritis
2:00 One on One Computers/Betty Hall
10:30 Lifelong Sports Journey -Golf 11:00 One on One Computers/ Amara Carberry 6:30 Next Step Photography
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8:30 Spring Tune Up
12:30 Fix a Slow Computer 7:00 Friday Night Dance – Electronic Music
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8:30 Spring Tune Up 12:30 7 Critical Things for a New PC 6:30 Johnson City Grand Squares
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8:30 Spring Tune Up 12:30 6 Free Microsoft Security Tools 7:00 Friday Night Dance – Kids Our Age
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8:00 Hike @ Lake Keokee 10:30 Lifelong Sports Journey - Golf 10:00 Writer’s Circle 12:00 One on One Computers/ Betty Hall 1:00 Paper Quilting 2:00 One on One Computers/ Betty Hall 5:30 Beginner Line Dance (Level 2) 5:30 Burl Masts’ Red Barn Music Jam
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6:30 Johnson City Grand Squares
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Can I change my Medicare Advantage plan? The Medicare Annual Election Period may be over, but you could be eligible for a special enrollment period. Humana can help. To learn more, call one of our licensed sales agents today for information about plans available in Johnson City. You may still have the opportunity to choose or change your Medicare plan if you: � � � � �
Are approaching age 65 Have just moved into a different service area Receive Medicaid assistance Are losing your retiree health coverage Qualify for extra help with the cost of your prescription medicines
Knowing if you qualify for a Medicare Special Enrollment Period can seem confusing. Humana’s local licensed sales agents are happy to talk with you on the phone or in the comfort and privacy of your own home. They’ll listen to what you want from your health plan and help you choose a Humana plan that’s right for you. It’s that simple!
Call today to learn more about your options:
1-888-530-2645 (TTY: 711) Call a licensed sales agent 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., Monday – Friday Español? 1-844-681-0981
Humana is a Medicare Advantage organization with a Medicare contract. Enrollment in a Humana plan depends on contract renewal. For accommodation of persons with special needs at sales meetings call 1-888-530-2645 (TTY: 711), 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., Monday – Friday. This information is available for free in other languages. Please contact a licensed Humana sales agent at 1-888-530-2645 (TTY: 711). Esta información está disponible gratuitamente en otros idiomas. Póngase en contacto con un agente de ventas certificado de Humana al 1-844-681-0981 (TTY: 711). Y0040_GHHJ4H6ENTE16 Approved
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Ongoing Events
May 2016
Ongoing Events MONDAY
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7:00am to 8:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Pickleball 8:30 Toning 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 9:30 Love Handles 9:30 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 SilverSneakers® Classic 10:00 Senior Basketball 11:00 Tai Chi for Arthritis 12:00 Qigong 12:30 Open Art Studio 1:00 High Flyers Bowling @ Holiday Lanes 1:00 Musical Voices 1:00 Hand & Foot 2:00 Challenge Square Dance 2:30 Spanish Tutoring 3:30 Line Dance w/ Martha 5:30 Dandy Line Dancers 6:00 Ladies Monday Night Bridge Club
7:00am to 8:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 10:00 Open Computer Lab 12:30 Pencil Drawing Made Easy 1:00 Needle and Fiber Arts 1:00 SilverSneakers® Yoga 1:00 Golden Rollers Bowling @ Holiday Lanes 3:00 Conversational Spanish 5:30 Scrabble Group 5:30 NuLine Dance by TJ 6:00 Mexican Train Dominoes
7:00am to 8:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 7:30 Fasting Blood Sugars 8:00 Pickleball 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 8:30 Toning 9:30 Love Handles 9:30 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 Silver Sneakers® Classic 10:00 Bible Study 11:00 Tai Chi for Arthritis 12:00 Qigong 12:30 Acrylics 12:30 Coloring Club 1:00 Pinochle 5:15 Ballroom Dance 6:00 Senior Hatha Yoga 6:30 Advanced Square Dance 7:00 Badminton
7:00am to 8:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Men’s Bible Study 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 8:30 SilverSneakers® Yoga 9:00 Open Computer Lab (beginning 4/21) 9:30 German Conversation 10:00 Senior Chorale 1:00 Rook 1:00Ballroom Dancing 1:00 Golden Strikers Bowling @ Holiday Lanes 4:00 Brain-a-cise
7:00am to 8:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:00 Pickleball 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 9:00 Party Contract Bridge 9:30 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 Silver Sneakers® Circuit 12:30 Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge 1:00 Mahjong 1:00 Open Craft Time
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7:00am to 8:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room 8:30 Blood Pressure Checks 1:00 Line Dance by TJ, Intermediate Level
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Computers / Volunteers
Computers Fix a Slow Computer Instructor: Jim Pohle Friday, May 6 12:30-2p Cost: $10 pre-register Is your computer running slower than it did during the beginning? Learn a few simple things to help refresh it. 7 Critical Things for a New PC Instructor: Jim Pohle Friday, May 13 12:30-2p Cost: $10 pre-register Every new PC needs to be setup correctly. This lesson covers the 7 “critical” things you need to help keep your computer running smooth and correctly. 6 Free MS Security Tools Instructor: Jim Pohle Friday, May 20 12:30-2p Cost: $10 pre-register Microsoft provides various programs to help protect your computer. Find out what 6 of these free programs are and how to use them. Open Computer Lab Tuesdays: 10-12p Thursdays: 9-11a (Special note – The computer lab will only be available from 11-12:00p on Tuesday, May 11 and will not be available on May 12) Computer Instruction Betty Hall – One-on-one M-W-Thurs. May 16-26, 12p Cost: $15 Computer and mobile device
help. Please bring laptop or Device. Please Pre-register and pre-pay. Betty Hall will not be available for sessions from May 1-15
Betty Hall – One-on-One M-W-Th May 16-26, 2p Cost: $15 Computer and mobile device help. Please bring laptop or Device. Please Pre-register and pre-pay. Betty Hall will not be available for sessions from May 1-15 Facebook Instructor: Amara Carberry Cost: $10 Limit 4 people pre-register Tuesday, May 10, 11a-1p Concentrate on the basics such as; searching for and friending people, adding profile picture and how to comment on and like posts. Must already have FB account and have basic knowledge. One on One Instructor: Amara Carberry Cost: $15 preregister Tuesdays, May 3, 17, 24, 31 11a-12:30p
Please contact 434-6237 to schedule personal assistance/instruction on the computer. Please contact the desk 434-6237 if you are interested in teaching classes
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Volunteers Ready, Set, Serve Volunteer!
On a mission to engage adults in Active Life through Active Living Monthly Volunteer Meeting Monday May 2, 10a Arts & Crafts Rooms • • • •
Light refreshments will be served. See what’s upcoming for the Volunteers, several new opportunities. A fun activity for all to enjoy! Guest Speaker: Tammara Henebry, Amedisys Hospice Care
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Dance & Special Events
May 2016
Dance & Special Events Grandparents Corner Beginner Line Dance Class - Level 2 Instructor: Martha Davenport Cost: $24 Thursdays, May 5-May 26 5:30-7p Must pre-register by May 3. This class is for anyone who has completed the Absolute Beginner line dance class and for anyone who knows some of the basics of line dancing and wants to refresh their skills/knowledge. Completion of this dance class series will provide the dancer with the ability to continue dancing in other classes/levels of line dance. The Beginner Line Dance class will be taught by Martha Davenport. If anyone has any questions about the class, contact Martha at drmd72@hotmail.com
6:30-8:30p Cost $6 New members welcome.
Looking for Something to do with your grandchildren?
Line Dance by TJ, Intermediate Level Saturdays, 1-2:30pm Cost: $5 Ages 18+ Welcome!
Challenge Square Dance Mondays, 2p Cost: $6 Join Don Williamson for this challenging square dance class. Geared toward seniors, but all ages welcome
Dandy Line Dancers (Advanced) Instructor: Martha Davenport Monday 5:30p Group performs in the community
Princess Ball Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Pre-Registration Required) Date: May 14 Ages: All Cost: $5/child & $2/adult Put on your prettiest princess dress and enjoy a day where fairy tales come to life! Watch the Disney movie, Brave, and enjoy light refreshments. Special guests will be on hand to do makeup and hair for all our fairy princesses! This event is for mothers, grandmothers, or guardians to enjoy a day with their daughters and spoil them like the little princesses that they are! Tickets can be purchased at the center in advance to avoid waiting in line starting April 1st.
Advanced Square Dance Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30p Cost: $6 Don Williamson will be instructing this square dance class. Some experience recommended for this class. Geared toward seniors, but all ages welcome.
NuLine Dance by TJ Tuesdays, 5:30pm Cost: $5 Ages 18+ Welcome! Line Dance with Martha (Intermediate Beginner) Instructor: Martha Davenport Mondays, 3:30p Cost: $6 or Silver Sneaker Discount
Ballroom Dance Wednesdays, 5:15p Cost: FREE Bring a partner or come alone. Men needed to join group Ballroom Dance Practice Thursdays, 1p Cost: Free Come and enjoy an afternoon of dancing.
Johnson City Grand Squares Second and Fourth Fridays
Friday Night Dance
Come dance the night away from 7:00-10:00p. Bring a snack to share during the break. Price is $5 if registered and paid by noon on the day of the dance or $7 at the door. (SilverSneakers® discount applies for those eligible). For special dances, the ticket price is slightly higher and will be advertised as such. May 6 - Electronic Music
May 20 - Kids Our Age
Family Campout Location: Memorial Park Community Center (Pre-Registration Required) Date: May 20 Ages: All
Cost: $15/family Spend time with your family enjoying a night camping outdoors at Memorial Park Community Center! Games and family entertainment will be provided. Dinner included. Activities will include tent decorating, family flag designing, s’mores, and lots of family fun. This is a great way to celebrate the beginning of summer and create a family tradition and memory that will last a lifetime. Tents will not be provided. Pre-registration is required beginning April 18th. Mother’s Day Tea Location: Memorial Park Community Center Date: May 7 Ages: All Cost: $5/person Treat your mother/grandmother with something different this year for Mother’s day by spending quality time with her enjoying sweet treats, a craft, and tea.
Hip Hikers Tour de Falls Thursday, May 5, 8a Cost: Free Intermediate level (Carpool) Meet at Center Bring your own lunch Reservation Deadline: May 5
Blackstack Cliffs Thursday, May 19, 8a Cost: Free Challenging level
(Carpool) Meet at Center Bring your own lunch Reservation Deadline: May 19
Lake Keokee Thursday, May 26, 8a Cost: Free Challenging level (Carpool) Meet at Center Bring your own lunch Reservation Deadline: May 26
May 2016
Arts
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Arts/Crafts/Performing Arts Amateur Photography Club Cost: Free • First Monday of month 1-3p If you’re just starting out, or want to brush up on your skills, take field trips and photos then come and join us! Photo themes: May-Eye of the Beholder, Water, Water Everywhere, Get Some Perspective, JuneNatures Shadows, Tombstones and Churches, JulyPhotographer’s Choice. Next Step Photography Club Cost: Free • Third Tuesday of month at 6:30p If you have a Basic technical knowledge of your camera, a desire to learn and experience more, understand some of the creative control functions like aperture, shutter speed, composition, use of the manual settings on your camera and ready to delve deeper in to image creation and gain a broader knowledge of photography, then Next Step Photography is for you. Heart Strings Heart Strings will be taking a break for a while. Please see Chyrl McLaughlin. Senior Chorale Cost: Free • Thursdays 10a Join this lively group who loves to sing a variety of songs including show tunes and popular songs. This group is led by Cherry Smith and accompanied on piano by Barbara Knisely. The group is open to anyone who is looking for a low stress, less demanding group with which to perform. No audition required.
Needle and Fiber Arts Cost: Free • Tuesdays 1-4p A gathering of folks who are interested in the fiber arts. Bring your project to work on and share ideas and skills. Join this group to share and learn and enjoy the company of others while you work. Please clean up when you are finished and don’t store items at the Center. Acrylics Class Cost: $10 • Wednesdays 12:30pm Join “Art” Holsclaw to paint and share. Designed for beginners or experienced painters. Registration deadline is Monday before each class. Musical Voices Cost: Free • Mondays 1:00pm Join this welcoming group if you desire to sing gospel music and share the joy of music with local nursing homes.
Writer’s Circle Cost: Free • Second & Fourth Thursdays 10a Join this group to share ideas for writing better stories and share your own writings for discussion with the group. Open Craft Time Cost: Free • Fridays 1p – 4p Take advantage of our beautiful creative space! Bring a project and work in the company of other crafters. Just clean up when you are finished and please don’t store items at the Center. Coloring Club Cost: Free • Every Wednesday 12:30pm – 2p Join in on the new trend in Adult Coloring! Bring your colored pencils, crayons, markers (or use ours) and relax and color in the company of friends and new friends. Coloring sheets will be provided or you can bring your own. Pencil Drawing Made Easy Instructor- Ann Whitson • Cost: Free Tuesdays 1– 2:30p Ongoing class in pencil drawing welcomes new members. We work on basic drawing skills and techniques, such as line, shape, shading and perspective, in a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere. Mountain Dulcimer Lessons – Beginner Instructor: Willis Jones Cost: $12 for eight sessions Tuesdays April 26-June 14, 12:30-1p Thinking about learning to play the mountain dulcimer, no have no knowledge about it? These lessons are for you. Please register at front desk Mountain Dulcimer Lessons – Beyond the Basics Instructor: Willis Jones Cost: $35 for eight sessions Tuesdays April 26-June 14, 1-2:30p Learn to play the old time mountain Dulcimer with Willis Jones! Please register at front desk Art History & Appreciation – Exploring Great Artists Instructor- Ann Whitson • Cost: Free Mondays May 9, 16, 23 1-2:30p In this class we will be viewing videos of great artists, their work and lives. How their work is a result of personal struggles, the times they live in and the social climate. Will be very interesting!
Basic Color Theory Instructor: Ann Whitson Cost: $5 for the series Thursdays May 5, 12 & 19 1-3p We will be exploring the wonderful world of color in Art. This class is a very basic workshop in color, beginning with primary colors, which are the root of every other hue imaginable. We will begin with color wheels, progressing to a simple painting. The Joy of Charcoal Drawing Instructor: Ed Puhr • Cost: $10 for 4 classes Mondays May 2, 9, 16 & 23 1-3p For beginners, intermediates, and others, the focus of the class will be drawing in charcoal. Students will explore the many wonderful ways charcoal’s fluidity creates dramatic art forms. The dynamic of shading and using the appropriate erasers will be emphasized in mastering the technique. Individual attention will be given for problem solving. Students will receive a clear and understandable teaching approach that will lead to mastery, and learn how to connect charcoal sketching to acrylic and oil painting. Tools Needed: Soft& Medium Charcoal Sticks, #2 Pencil, a 9” x 12’ newspaper pad, a small chamois, gum and kneaded erasers, a pocket knife, one piece of sandpaper & fixative. Shady Oaks Garden Club Flower Show Friday and Saturday, May 20 1-5p and May 21, 9-2p • Cost: Free Shady Oaks Garden Club is presenting a Standard Flower Show at the Memorial Park Community Center which will showcase the activities available at the center. The show is open to the public on Friday, May 20 from 1:00-5:00 and also on Saturday, May 21 from 9:00-2:00. There will be twenty-four floral designs including table designs. Members will also be providing educational displays about different aspects of gardening. A large horticulture display of cut flowers and growing plants ranging from roses to unusual cacti will be included in the show. Girls, Inc will be displaying their designs in a special youth section of the show. Members of the community who attended the Floral Plaque Workshop held in April have been invited to exhibit their work. There will also be an information/hospitality desk at the show which will provide a directory for the show as well membership information. The show is free and handicap accessible. Paper Quilting Instructor: Patrice Wells Cost: $3 • Thursday, May 26 1-3p Join Patrice and learn the art of paper quilting. You will create a quilt pattern sampler which will be suitable for framing. Materials needed: scrapbook type paper in your choice of patterns.
Games
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Games Hand and Foot Canasta Mondays • 1p If you don’t know how to play, they can teach you! Ladies Monday Night Bridge Club Mondays • 6p Scrabble Group Tuesdays • 5:30p The scrabble group is always looking for new members! Mexican Train Dominoes Tuesdays • 6p Join us every Tuesday afternoon at 6pm for an exciting fun-filled time with some marvelous BFFs. Pinochle Wednesdays • 1p A trick-taking card game for 4.
Whimsical Wednesdays Whimsical Wednesdays Select Wednesdays 11a- Noon • Cost: FREE Join us for a staff led mystery program. The only information that you get is who is teaching the program and a tickler (clue) to peak your curiosity. Are you in?
Rook Thursdays • 1p Rook is a challenging trick taking game played with a special deck of cards. Brain-A-Cise Thursdays • 4-5p Join us for an hour of stimulating activities to get those brain cells moving. Party Contract Bridge Fridays • 9a Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge Fridays • 12:30p If you enjoy playing bridge, but haven’t tried duplicating bridge, come join the fun! Mahjong Fridays • 1p Mahjong is a Chinese game game of skill, strategy and chance. May 11– Deb Fogle: Your clue to her class is: “It comes in quarters, halves and wholes” May 18 – Chyrl McLaughlin: The tickler this class is: “For every minute spent _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _, an hour is earned”. Ben Franklin said this. Do your research to fill in the blank and join her to be challenged
Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City Missing Puzzle Piece On April 15, the halls of Dominion Senior Living were filled with joy and laughter in anticipation of a special occasion. Born on April 15, 1918, Aggie Shatley celebrated her 98th birthday with friends and family at the community. Don’t let her age fool you. This mother of three is full of energy and always up for a good morning workout. When she has spare time, you can always find her visiting with friends or jotting away in a crossword puzzle. We have truly been blessed to have been able to share this special day with Aggie.
Honoring God Through Service to Seniors • Assisted Living & Memory Care • All-Inclusive Monthly Rates • Caring compassionate 24/7 nurses and caregivers • Complete array of in-house services and amenities
Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City
2412 Knob Creek Rd. • Johnson City • (423) 930-9001 www.DominionJohnsonCity.com
May 2016
Fitness Focus
Fitness FOCUS Toning Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30a • Cost: $2 Instructor: Sue Pentz One hour full-body toning with light cardio. Love Handles Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30a • Cost: Free Instructor: Sue Pentz Thirty minute class focusing on the core muscles. Silver Sneakers® Classic Mondays and Wednesdays, 10a Cost: $3 (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Deb Fogle Increase muscular strength, range of movement and activities for daily living. Silver Sneakers® Circuit Fridays, 10a • Cost: $3 (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Deb Fogle This class is designed to increase cardiovascular endurance and improve strength. This is a low impact class which offers upper body strengthening. Participant should possess consistent skills in agility, coordination and balance. Tai Chi for Arthritis Mondays and Wednesdays, 11a • Cost: $3 Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Low-impact Tai Chi modified for seniors. Easy on the joints, recommended by the Arthritis Foundation and CDC for arthritis relief and fall prevention, Stretching, body alignment and slow, controlled, mindful movement. Improve your body and your mind. Qigong Mondays and Wednesdays, Noon • Cost: $3 Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Moving meditation: Gentle movements that stimulate the meridian system of the body. Class includes warmups, stretching, breath work and learning one of the most popular Qigong forms for health and relaxation. Benefits all chronic conditions. Leave feeling energized and relaxed. NEW PROGRAM! Lifelong Sports Journey - Golf Tuesday and Thursdays, 10:30-11:30a • Cost: $25 - 8 sessions in May • Instructor: Chad Lassiter Are you interested in learning a new sport? We will be offering you the opportunity to learn to a new sport; tennis, golf, table tennis and pickleball during this lifelong sports journey. Tennis will be offered in April and golf will be offered in May. The other two sports will occur later in the year. These classes will teach you the basics of a new sport. Bring your own racket or we will have a racket you can use. Please preregister and pay by Monday, May 2.
Silver Sneakers® Yoga Tuesdays, 1p, Thursdays, 8:30a Cost: $2 (Free for Silver Sneakers® eligible participants) Instructor: Judy Jackson Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Senior Hatha Yoga Wednesdays, 6p • Cost: $5 Instructor: Darlene Hatley Beginner to Intermediate. Learning the most basic Yoga moves with Flow and Hold Yoga moves. Keep It Moving A supervised exercise program for individuals who have finished Cardiac Rehab, Physical Therapy or been told by your physician that you need to exercise but don’t know how. This program serves as the next step in your progression in establishing a safe, independent exercise program. This program requires a referral from a medical professional. This is an ideal program for the individual who is facing total joint replacement both before surgery and after finishing post-surgical physical therapy. Please contact Deb Fogle at 434-6231 for more information. Brain-a-Cise Thursdays, 4-5p • Cost: Free It is just as important to exercise your brain as you exercise your body. Join this group to be challenged each week with a different activity including trivia, puzzles, word searches, etc. Keep your brain active and challenged. Spring Tune Up Fridays, May 6, 13, 20, 27 at 8:30a • Cost: $2 Instructor: Deb Fogle Get a spring in your step and improve your cardiovascular and muscular strength with this tune up class. Boardwalk of Health May 25, 9a-12:00p • Cost: Free Breakfast will be served from 7:30-8:30a Join us as we celebrate National Senior Health and Fitness Day! The morning will be filled with different activities as you take part in Educational Corner, Nutrition Lane, Active Alley, and Brain Boulevard. You don’t want to miss this event. Please pre-register by May 20. Coming Soon! Tai Chi and Qigong Demonstration Friday - May 13, 11a Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Come to this free demonstration and education session to learn more and try some basic moves of Tai Chi and Qigong.
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Fitness Tidbits! No Pain, Big Gains: Introduction to Qigong and Tai Chi ‘Qi’ means energy and ‘Gong’ means work. Qigong is a system of ancient Chinese selfhealing exercises that combine proper body alignment and slow, controlled movement that is coordinated with breath and mental focus. Tai Chi is the most familiar form of Qigong. The aim is to enhance relaxation and mental clarity, stimulate acupuncture points, and build and balance energy. With regular practice, this mind-body exercise improves physical and mental health and enhances personal development. Benefits of Qigong and Tai Chi: • Low impact, easy on joints • Can be adjusted to accommodate different fitness levels and health issues • No equipment or experience needed • Easy for beginners, challenging for advanced students • Social interaction
Tai Chi and Qigong Demonstration Coming in June Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Come to this free demonstration and education session to learn more and try some basic moves of Tai Chi and Qigong. Learn more about the new classes being offered in Tai Chi and Qigong starting in July.
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Groups and Meetings
May 2016
If your address changes, please call us and let us know! Johnson City Senior Center at Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert Street • Johnson City, Tennessee 37601 (423) 434-6237 Hours of Operation: Senior Service Reception Desk: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Memorial Park Community Center: Monday-Friday 7am-9pm Saturday 9am-5pm
Groups and Meetings As the Page Turns (Book Club): Free-Books Provided First Thursday of month 10a If you like reading a variety of books and meeting new people then come join us. You are not required to join in the discussion or answer questions if you do not wish to. Book Selections: May - March by Geraldine Brooks June- Room by Emma Donoghue
Weekly Bible Study Opportunities Wednesdays at 10a For each month an area clergyman leads a four week Bible study. Thursdays at 8:00am Men’s Bible Study. Breakfast by donation
Washington County S.A.L.T. Council First Thursday of each month 2p • April 5, 2p Speaker: Kim Sell, R.N. from the ETSU College of Nursing Topic: Fall Prevention
Seniors and Law Enforcement Together is an organization of senior adults, law enforcement and community groups working together to address concerns, safety issues and solutions within our community. Everyone welcome!
Writer’s Circle Cost: Free Second and Fourth Thursdays, 10a Join this group to share ideas for writing better stories and share your own writings for discussion within the group.
Grief Support Gathering Cost: Free First Tuesday of the month, 6:30p Sponsored by Morris Baker Funeral Home.