& Better Classes 50

Chair Yoga and Movement

Ages: 50 years and up

This in-person Chair Yoga class introduces exercises that will help activate your muscles, lungs, heart, and mind. It focuses on your core, arms, legs, shoulders, back, and neck to increase joint mobility and enhance blood circulation. This class aims to promote wellness by stretching, bending and breathing exercises. Come and join us to learn the skills and apply them anywhere you go. No class August 22.

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: Effie Carino

Balance through Tai Chi

Ages: 50 years and up

Learn and practice gentle movements to improve your balance, mental focus, strength, and general health. Each class includes meditation, Qigong, and Tai Chi movement that can be done either seated or standing. Great for those new to Tai Chi and wishing to improve their balance and mobility.

Instructor: Jon Finch

Location: Concord Senior Center

Location: Willow Pass Community Center

R = Concord Resident NR = Non-Resident

Jazz n' Tappin'

Ages: 50 years and up

Join this 50 and Better dance class where you will keep fit, learn basic stretches, jazz steps, and sharpen your memory with tap steps. Attire: Comfortable clothing, jazz and tap shoes.

Location: Baldwin Park Dance Studio

Instructor: Chelsea Davis

Walk with Ease Outdoor

Ages: 50 years and up

Experience the Walk with Ease program, certified by the Arthritis Foundation and doctor recommended. Walk safely and comfortably, while motivating yourself to get into great shape! Improve your flexibility, strength, and stamina while reducing pain. Wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes.

Location: Baldwin Park

Instructor: Meals on Wheels Volunteer

Concord Senior Travel Presentation

Ages: 50 years and up

Location: Both locations listed above

Join Concord's Recreation Services Department for an exciting presentation on Trips & Tours designed specifically for adults 50 and better! Discover new destinations, make new friends, and create unforgettable memories on one of our carefully curated trips. From adventurous hikes to cultural excursions, we offer a variety of experiences to suit every interest. Learn about our upcoming trips, our safety protocols, and our commitment to creating memorable experiences. Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the world with like-minded individuals!

Location: Concord Senior Center

Using a Reverse Mortgage to Improve Your Retirement

Ages: 50 years and up

62 or older? Learn how many financial planners and homeowners use home equity to extend retirement assets. Age in the comfort of your home and eliminate monthly mortgages, credit cards or other debt. Use your extra cash to fund health care, in-home care, and home improvements!

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: Jon Carlson

Welcome To Medicare

Ages: Any age

Turning 65 this year or next? Do you have questions about Medicare? Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) has the answers. This free class will answer questions about Medicare benefits, prescription medication coverage, Medicare Advantage plans (HMO's), Medigap insurance, what you need to enroll, and so much more.

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: John Lee

Concord Senior Center Orientation

Ages: Any age

Is it your first time at the Concord Senior Center? Register for an orientation to learn more about the social, educational, recreational, and health and wellness opportunities we offer to the 50 and better community! Our friendly staff and volunteers will guide you through programs, amenities, and services to help you make the most of your time here. We’re so excited to welcome you to our community!

Location: Concord Senior Center

AARP Driver Safety

Ages: Any age

The AARP Smart Driver course is the nation’s first and largest refresher course designed specifically for older drivers. For over 40 years, millions of people have used these classroom and online courses to update their driving knowledge and skill so they can continue driving safely for as long as possible. When you take the AARP Smart Driver course, you could be eligible for a multi-year discount on your auto insurance, and will keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.

Location: Concord Senior Center

Instructor: AARP

Please pre-register at concordreg.org. The course fee of $20-$25 will be paid on the first day of class to the instructor.

Memory: What, Who, & When?

Ages: 50+ ● Speaker: Craig McIntire-Mann, Speech Pathologist

“Now why did I come in this room?” Sound familiar? Subtle shifts in our memory are a normal part of aging. However, shifts in our cognition (thinking, reasoning, etc.) and more consistent memory deficits may signal a neurological condition such as dementia. Learn more about memory and related resources.

Thursday, May 18, 2023 ● 10-11am ● 121800

Tenant Rights

Ages: 50+ ● Speaker: Karen Hinojosa, Contra Costa Senior Legal Services

Join us to learn more about your rights as a tenant, including reasonable accommodation requests and notice requirements.

Thursday, May 25, 2023 ● 10-11am ● 121801

Medicare 101

Ages: 50+ ● Speaker: Anthem

Get basic Medicare information including if you qualify, how to apply for Medicare or for Medicare insurance plans, the annual enrollment period, open enrollment, special enrollment period, and different kinds of Medicare insurance.

Thursday, June 22, 2023 ● 10-11am ● 121791

Bluebirds, Nest Boxes, and Biodiversity!

Ages: 18+ ● Speaker: Georgette Howington, California Bluebird Recovery Program

The California Bluebird Recovery Program has recorded over 16,000 successful fledges annually since 1996! Find out why the cavity nesting birds use and need nest boxes. Learn what you can do to promote and restore biodiversity in your own backyard.

Thursday, June 29, 2023 ● 10-11am ● 121802

Various speakers present information on a wide variety of topics, provide valuable resources as it pertains to Health & Human Services and to offer educational events for all ages. Sessions will be offered twice a month. Please join us!

Pre-registration required at concordreg.org or call 925-671-3320.

Concord Senior Center

2727 Parkside Circle, Garden Room B

Various Thursdays ● FREE!

Nature, a Spiritual and Wellness Portal

Ages: 50+ ● Speaker: Ted Clement, Executive Director of Save Mount Diablo

You’ll learn cross-cultural examples and scientific studies on how nature can serve as a spiritual and wellness portal, as well simple practices that you can incorporate into your own life. We’ll also be discussing great local natural areas to go to for special experiences in nature.

Thursday, July 20, 2023 ● 10-11am ● 121792

The Four Pillars of the New Retirement

Ages: 50+ ● Speaker: Umberto Leone, CFP ™ , CAP ® , AAMS ™ , Financial Advisor with Edward Jones

We will share insights from the Edward Jones/Age Wave research about how retirement is changing. Attendees will gain knowledge about the four essential pillars (health, family, purpose and finances) that can impact quality of life in retirement.

Thursday, July 27, 2023 ● 10-11am ● 121793

The Natural Wonders of Mount Diablo

Ages: 50+ ● Speaker: Mike Brandy, Vice President of Mount Diablo Interpretive Association

Deepen your appreciation and knowledge of this beautiful mountain in your backyard. Come see some of the flowers, animals, and trees that are special in this 20,000 acre park. Learn how volunteers are preserving this state park through education and direct services.

Thursday, August 24, 2023 ● 10-11am ● 121794

Understanding Debt and Credit-Know Your Legal Rights

Ages: 50+ ● Speaker: Gina Di Giusto, Housing and Economic Rights Advocates

HERA is a statewide, non-profit legal service and advocacy organization dedicated to helping Californians. Join them to better understand your debt and credit. HERA will teach you consumer rights when it comes to collections and credit reporting, as well as how to improve credit.

Thursday, August 31, 2023 ● 10-11am ● 121795