Senior Lifestyles

Senior Lifestyles VOLUME XCIII NO. 93

JANUARY 2022

Center News

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JCSC Center News

January 2022

Attention

Memorial Park Community Center will be closed Saturday, January 1, 2022 Happy New Year!

The center will also be closed on Monday, January 17 for Martin Luther King Day.

Foundation News

The Johnson City Senior Center Foundation wishes you and your family a wonderful New Year.

Their next project is Spring Forward for Seniors which helps our low income seniors by providing food and household supplies to about 200 households. You can help by making a donation, volunteering to help pack bags or help to deliver those bags. You will see the flyer with more information in this newsletter. The Foundation thanks you for your support.

All members who have Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™ or Silver & Fit® through your insurance. Have you updated your paperwork yet? We need new forms for folks that are eligible for these programs. Please see front desk if you have not taken care of this during January 2020. We are now offering all three programs. So our records are accurate, everyone will be required to renew your certification through our center for these programs. Please see front desk for more information. There are brochures explaining the eligible classes for each of these programs at the front desk.

Alert: Many of our members have fragrance sensitivity. Perfumes, aftershaves and other scented beauty products may cause allergic reactions. To be considerate of our members and staff please refrain from using scented products. Thank You!

Congregate Meal Congregate meal is served in the dining room. Reservations must be made.

Reservation sheets for meals are placed outside the dining room doors. Locate your name and place a checkmark in the reserved column for the days that you wish to come to eat. All orders must be placed 48 hours in advance. “No add-ons” will be permitted after the meal order has been sent in to FTHRA. No outside food “to share” will be permitted at this time.

If you ordered a meal, the service time will be 12:00p. Please contact us if you are unable to dine on a day that you have reserved (423-434-5723).

Meals will be served for those who have made reservations between 12:00 and 12:20. At 12:20, meals will be given out to those who have shown up to eat but forgot to reserve.

FTHRA Nutrition Program Monday

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New Year’s Holiday No meals will be served

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Oven Fried Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Mix Vegetables

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Dinner Roll

Martin Luther King Holiday No meals will served

24 Breaded Chicken

Tenders Macaroni & Cheese

Broccoli Dinner Roll

Menu for January

Tuesday

Wednesday

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Salisbury Steak Mashed Potatoes Green Beans Dinner Roll

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Chicken Casserole Carrots Peaches Graham Crackers

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Chili Dog w/ onions Potato Wedges Baked Beans Bun

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Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes Green Peas

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Taco Soup Oatmeal Cookie Brown Rice Saltine Crackers Mandarin Oranges

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Dinner Roll

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Soup Beans w/ onions Macaroni & Cheese

Chicken Fried Steak Mashed Potatoes Broccoli Dinner Roll

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Chicken Pot Pie Brussel Sprouts Applesauce Biscuit

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Fruited Yogurt Polish Sausage & Cornbread Cabbage Stewed Potatoes Carrots Vegetable Beef Soup Rice Krispy Treat Mix Greens Cornbread Baked Apples

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Scrambled Egg Patty Biscuit w/ gravy Sausage Grits Orange Juice

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Chicken & Dumplings Green Beans Carrots

Turnip Greens Cornbread

Graham Crackers Dinner Roll

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Meatballs w/ noodles Brussel Sprouts Mandarin Oranges

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Chili Mac Casserole Spinach Pears Graham Crackers

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BBQ Riblet Sandwich Bun Potato Wedges Corn Chocolate Pudding

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Sloppy Joe Potato Wedges Spinach

Dinner Roll

Dinner Roll

Fruited Yogurt Bun

31 Spaghetti & Meatsauce Texas Toast Italian Mix Vegetables Green Peas

One 2% milk is included with each meal. All servings are 1/2 cup. All entrees are 3 oz. servings or one portion. **Menu may change due to weather and availability.

Congregate Meals will be served from 12:00-12:15 for those who have registered. At 12:15 continuing until 12:25 if there is food available, it will be served to those who did not register but have shown up to eat lunch. Please register in advance to ensure your meal!

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Creative Card Making (Ages 16+) Instructor: Chyrl McLaughlin Cost: $7 Wednesday, January 19 9-10:30a OR 2-3:30p Want to have some fun? Join us as we create homemade greeting cards to share with friends and family.

We will be making a variety of cards including get well, birthday and Valentine’s Day. You will be making 6 cards and will be competing the stamping and embossing yourself.

Don’t delay, seats are limited in number. Two classes offered. Please pre-register and pay in advance to ensure your spot!

Amateur Photography Club (Ages 18+) Cost: Free 2nd Friday of the month 1-3:30p If you are just starting out, or want to brush up on your skills, take field trips and photos then come and join us!

Next Step Photography Club (Ages 18+) Cost: Free 6-8p 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.

Video Series – How to Look at and Understand Great Art (Ages 18+) Cost: Free First Wednesday of Each Month 12:30-2p In these lectures we will be introduced to the components of art – color, line, perspective, and composition as well as point of view, motion, light and texture. We will learn how the artist uses symbolism and communicates a message to the viewer. Many different media will be included and many great works of art featured. The course covers great art from the 13th century to the present.

Video Series - Masterworks of American Art (Ages 18+) Cost: Free Last Wednesday of Each Month 12:30-2p In this video series we will explore the remarkable history of American Art from its origins in the colonial past until shortly before the First World War. Like the early Americans it is forward-looking, innovative and sometimes rebellious.

Arts & Crafts

and materials in for expert advice in an encouraging and relaxed atmosphere. Suitable for any skill level. Feel free to come by and visit during class to see what it is all about and if you would like to sign up. We encourage all former Art students to join us.

Beginning to End….Canvas Creations (Ages 18+) Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $8 Second Tuesday January 11 3-5p No talent required! Join instructor Charline Hughes as she walks you through creating a canvas you will be proud to display in your home. Learn fundamental skills including how to add shadows, depth and dimension.

This is a make and take class. All supplies will be furnished.

Sewing Group - A Community Service Project (Ages 18+) Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: Free Wednesdays 1-3:30p We have a surplus of fabric which has been donated to the center. In an effort to give back to the community, we want to be a blessing to those in need by sewing oversized lap quilts and/or pet beds. Sewing machines will be set up and all supplies will be made available. Items made will be donated to the community.

Intro to Paper Quilling (Ages 18+) Instructor: Pam Lacy Cost: Free Wednesday January 12 1:30-3:30p If you would like to come and see what Paper Quilling is all about here is the opportunity. Pam will show you the basics of Quilling and introduce the materials, techniques and tools that are used. Crafting with paper is a fun, relaxing and creative activity. Suitable for any skill level.

All supplies provided.

Paper Quilling Project (Ages 18+) Instructor: Pam Lacy Cost: $4 Wednesday January 26 1:30-3:30p This month’s class project will be a choice of either a Bird of Paradise or Snowflake. This is a fun and relaxing way to create, with instruction in the use of the tools and materials. Suitable for any skill level. All supplies provided.

There is an example of the project on the bulletin board outside the Craft room.

Pencil Drawing Made Easy (Ages 18+) Cost: Free Tuesdays 1-2:30p Tuesday afternoon drawing offers an encouraging, relaxed atmosphere in which to create and learn. Bring your materials and projects and take advantage of any instruction needed in technique or skill. Materials will be available for anyone who needs them.

Mosaic Class (Ages 18+) Instructor: Melissa Wiley Cost: $45 Wednesday January 12 9-12p Come and explore the creativity of Mosaics. We will be making a 5x5 plaque entitled “Free Style Kaleidoscope” using stained glass, beads and mirror. Cost includes all materials, instruction and use of tools. Please dress appropriately (covered shoes and long pants). Pieces will be grouted for you and available for pickup within a week.

Bring Out the Artist in You (Ages 18+) Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $5 per class Tuesdays 1–3p Are you looking for a place to hone your painting skills. Look no further. ‘Charlie’ will be available to offer guidance and assistance and share her knowledge in Oil, Acrylic and Watercolor technique. Bring your project

Silk Painting for Wearable Art (Ages 18+) Instructor: Sherry Bernheisel Cost: $12 Thursday January 13 10 – 4p Sherry will be teaching Silk Painting on stretchers, producing beautiful and unique results. Your creation will become part of your apparel! The class involves unique and interesting techniques using a variety of fascinating

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tools and materials.

Cost includes all supplies and instruction. An apron is recommended.

Beginning to End…. Family Canvas Creations (Ages 8+) Instructor: Charline Hughes Cost: $10/2 people or $8 single Saturday January 15 10-12p No talent required! Join instructor Charline Hughes as she walks you and a family member through creating a canvas you will be proud to display in your home. Learn fundamental skills including how to add shadows, depth and dimension. This is a make and take class. All supplies will be furnished. This is a great class to do as a family. Child must be in attendance with adult.

Faux Stained Glass (Ages 18+) Instructor: Sherry Bernheisel Cost: $8 Thursday January 20 12-4p Come and enjoy creating a beautiful piece of stained glass the easy way!

Faux Stained Glass looks amazing and just like the real thing and it’s easy to make with Paint and Glue. There will be a choice of designs. All supplies furnished. An apron is recommended.

Collaging With Handmade Paper (Ages 18+) Cost: $6 Monday January 10 1-3:30p Creating with handmade paper is as much fun as making the paper! We will use previously made paper, dried plants, magazine pictures and other bits and pieces of found objects to put together a creative composition on canvas. Examples will be provided or you can use your imagination!

Heart Strings (Ages 50+) Cost: Free Tuesdays 10–12p Bring your instrument and join in this open group, playing a variety of songs including old hymns, bluegrass, country and folk music.

Mountain Dulcimer Lessons, Beginner/Intermediate Level (Ages 18+) Instructor: Willis Jones Cost: $20 for four lessons Wednesday January 5, 12, 19, 26 2-3p Learn to play the old time Mountain Dulcimer with Willis Jones! Please bring an instrument that is ready to play.

This one hour session is for those who are interested in learning, have questions about the dulcimer or are very rusty in their playing technique. There will also be practice time from 3-4p at no additional charge.

Senior Chorale Cost: Free Thursdays 10 – 11:30a 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. The group is open to anyone who is looking for a low stress, less demanding group with which to perform. No audition required.

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Groups & Meetings/Travel/Ongoing Events

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Ongoing Events MONDAY

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7:00 am to 7:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room

7:00am to 7:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room

7:00am to 7:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room

7:00 am to 7:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room

7:00am to 7:00pm Billiards Room Fitness Room

8:00 Fit and Toned 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks 9:00 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 Classic 10:00 Advanced Tai Chi 11:00 Qigong for Health 12:00 Beginner Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention 1:00 Hand & Foot Canasta 1:30 Classic 2:00 Our Holy Bible Study 3:00 Line Dance with Martha

8:30 Chair Yoga 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks 10:00 Senior Basketball 10:00 Circuit 10:00 Heart Strings Jam Session 11:00 Yoga “Just Breathe” 1:00 Bring Out the Artist in You 1:00 Pencil Drawing 1:00 Brain-a-Cise 1:30 Delay the Disease 2:00 Chess Club

8:00 Fit and Toned 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks 9:00 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 Classic 10:00 Advanced Tai Chi 10:00 Bible Study(Last Wednesday of the Month) 11:00 Qigong for Health 12:00 Beginner Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention 1:00 Pinochle 1:00 Sewing Group

8:00 Men’s Bible Study 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Blood Pressure Checks 10:00 Circuit 10:00 German Club 10:00 Senior Basketball 11:00 Yoga “Just Breathe” 1:00 Rook 1:30 Delay the Disease 1:00 Chair Yoga 1:30 Ballroom Dance Practice 5:30 Dandy Line Dancers

8:30 Chair Yoga 8:45 Circuit 9:00 Pickleball 9:00 Doubles Table Tennis 10:00 Lo-Impact 12:30 Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge (will meet First Friday of each month)

Groups & Meetings Coffee and Conversations for GRANDfamilies - Grandparent and Relatives Raising Relative Children 2nd Monday of each month (January 10) 10a Cost: Free Are you raising a grandchild or other relative? Need support, information or resources? Join us to share your experience, receive useful information, learn caregiving/child rearing tips, and gain emotional support during our Coffee & Conversation for GRANDfamilies. Coffee & Light Refreshments will be provided.

Weekly Bible Study Opportunities Our Holy Bible Study Mondays at 2p (Ages 50+) Join us for this open discussion Bible study. Share what you have learned throughout the years.

Thursdays at 8a (Ages 50+) Men’s Bible Study.

Wednesday Bible Study Last Wednesday of each month at 10a, will meet on January 26.

(Ages 50+) As the Page Turns (Book Club) (Ages 50+) Free Books Provided 1st Thursday of month 10a If you like reading a variety of books and meeting new people, come join us. You are not required to join in the discussion or answer questions if you do not wish to. We will be discussing The White Tiger and you will receive a copy of Nothing Gold Can Stay.

Book Selections: We will be discussing The White Tiger

by Aravind Adiga January: Nothing Gold Can Stay by Ron Rash

Travel Corner We trust you had a joyful holiday season. But now it’s January and time to plan your travel for 2022!

Gather up your favorite travel partners and attend the Let’s Go Travel Show On Thursday, January 13, at 10:00 a.m. We’ll have information available on some great trips for next year, both Center trips and ideas from other vendors, entertainment, and opportunity to make your deposits for the motorcoach trips.

Please call and pre-register to help us with planning. The Senior Services desk is 423-434-6237, or you can call the Recreation Services desk at 423-434-5749.

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Special Events

Special Events “Try Us Out” (Ages 50+) Thursday January 6 9-10a Cost: Free Are you new to the center or want to know more about our programs that we offer, then you don’t want to miss our “Try Us Out” session. This will be a session to meet staff, find out what programs we offer, take a tour and ask questions about the center and its programs. You will also be given information about any new programs being offered in the next month. Light refreshments will be served and some free try it out vouchers for certain classes will be given. Please register with the front desk or call 434-6237 to reserve your spot.

“Back on Track, Get on Board” Kick-off event (50+) Tuesday January 11 1:30-2:30p Cost: Free All aboard for this exciting new train themed program running January 12 through March 11, 2022. Fun stops along the way ending in a train excursion in the spring. Meet us at the station (Dining Room) to learn more and get your “Back on Track” ticket. Refreshments will be served. You don’t want to get derailed and miss the opportunity. Please register by calling 423-434-6237 or stop by the front desk to register.

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Hand & Foot Canasta (Ages 50+) Mondays, 1-5p Cost: FREE Come and play this card game. If you don’t know how, no worries, they will teach you how. No food allowed in the Card room only closed beverage containers.

Ready, Set, Serve...Volunteer!

On a mission to engage adults in Active Life through Active Living Volunteer Meeting: Monday, January 3, 10a Learn of upcoming volunteer opportunities Join us as we ring in the Near Year and discuss opportunities for 2022. We will also have a fun activity for all to enjoy!!

Chess Club (18+) Tuesdays, 2-5p Cost: FREE Open to all skill levels. Come join our group. No food allowed in the Card room only closed beverage containers.

Pinochle (Ages 50+) Wednesdays, 1-5p Cost: FREE A trick taking card game for four. No food allowed in the Card room only closed beverage containers.

Rook (Ages 50+) Thursdays, 1-5p Cost: FREE Rook is a challenging trick taking game played with a special deck of cards and a special group of people. Please join us! No food allowed in the Card room only closed beverage containers.

Ace of Clubs Duplicate Bridge (Ages 50+) Will meet First Friday of each month, 12:30-4:30p If you enjoy playing bridge, but haven’t tried duplicate bridge. Join the fun! No food allowed in the Card room only closed beverage containers.

Dance Line Dance with Martha (Upper Beginner/Intermediate Level) (Ages12+) Mondays 3 – 4:30 p Instructor: Martha Davenport Cost: $6 or (Discount for SilverSneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® if eligible) For those wanting to brush up their line dance steps or learn new line dances. You will be having so much fun, you won’t even realize that you are exercising! Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Dandy Line Dancers (Ages 12+) (Advanced Line Dancing) Thursdays, 5:30-7p Instructor: Martha Davenport Cost: FREE For more information, contact Martha drmd72@hotmail.com This is a volunteer group, which not only practices during this time frame; they also perform in the community. For the experienced line dancer. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Ballroom Dance Practice Thursdays 1:30p Cost: Free Come and enjoy an afternoon of ballroom dancing.

Johnson City Grand Squares (All Ages Welcome) Second and Fourth Fridays 5:30-7:30p Cost: $6 New members welcome.

Absolute Beginner Line Dance (Level 1) Instructor: Sue Ayers Cost: $30 (Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants discount $20) 6-week series on Wednesdays, beginning January 19 – February 23, 4-5p Perfect for anyone who has never line danced before. Enjoy learning the basic steps set to a variety of music types. Comfortable clothing and shoes are recommended (no thongtype sandals please). Great exercise for your body and brain and lots of fun! Please Preregister.

Absolute Beginner Line Dance (Level 2) Instructor: Sue Ayers Cost: $30 (SilverSneakers, Renew Active, Silver and Fit discount $20) 6-week series on Wednesdays, beginning January 19 – February 23, 5:30-6:30p Designed as a follow-up to the Absolute Beginner Level 1 class. We’ll add more steps to broaden your line dance knowledge. Line dance is a fun way to enjoy music while giving your body and brain a great workout. Please Pre-register Cupids Ball Friday, February 11 6-9p Cost: $3.00 per person, Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants Jerry Pierce and the Nightlife Band Dance sponsored by Tetrick Funeral & Cremation Services

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10:00 Volunteer Meeting

12:30 Video - How to Look at Great Art 2:00 Dulcimer

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10:00 Coffee & Conversations for Grandfamilies

1:30 Back on Track, Get on Board Kickoff

1:00 Wits Workout Brain Fitness

3:00 Canvas Creations

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9:00 Mosaic Class 1:30 Intro to Paper Quilling 2:00 Dulcimer

MPCC Closed in recognition of MLK Day

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10:00 Silk Painting for Wearable Art

10:00 World’s Greatest Geological Wonders Video Series

10:00 Family Canvas Creations

9:00 “Try Us Out” 10:00 As the Page Turns

10:00 Let’s Go Travel Show 1:00 Hiking Celebration

1:00 Amateur Photography Club

1:00 Thyroid Issues

1:00 Collaging with Handmade Paper

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6:00 Next Step Photography

9:00 Creative Card Making

12:00 Faux Stained Glass

10:30 World’s Greatest Geological Wonders Video Series

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2:00 Dulcimer

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4:00 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 1 (Session 1) 5:30 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 2 (Session 1)

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1:00 Invisible Danger of Radon

8:00 Fasting Blood Sugar Screening

11:00 Air Fryer Cooking 12:30 Video - American Art 1:30 Paper Quilling Project 2:00 Dulcimer 4:00 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 1 (Session 2) 5:30 Absolute Beginner Line Dance Level 2 (Session 2)

2:00 Creative Card Making

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10:30 World’s Greatest Geological Wonders Video Series

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Fitness

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Fitness Fit & Toned (Ages 18+) Monday and Wednesday, 8a Cost: $2 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg One hour class that includes cardio endurance, strength, flexibility and balance challenges.

Classic (Ages 50+) Monday, Wednesday, 10a Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living.

Classic (Ages 50+) Monday, 1:30p Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg Increase muscular strength, range of movement and practice activities for daily living.

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Advanced – Classes will not start until January 10 (Ages 18+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 10a Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants).

Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence, low-impact Tai Chi form modified for seniors. This is an advanced Tai Chi class for those already experienced in Tai Chi. Qigong (Ages 18+ Classes will not start until January 10) Mondays and Wednesdays, 11a Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants).

Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Qigong is a part of traditional Chinese medicine that includes easy to learn, gentle, flowing movements that stimulate the meridian system of the body and promote relation and mindfulness. Class work also includes warmups, gentle stretching of all the major joints, and breath work. Evidence-based studies show

that Qigong practice can improve a wide variety of chronic health conditions including heart disease, diabetes, MS, and Parkinson’s disease, while reducing stress and promoting emotional health and mental function. With adaptations this class is appropriate for everyone regardless of physical limitations and can be done seated in a chair.

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention New Beginner Class starting January 10 (Ages 18+) Mondays and Wednesdays, 12p Cost: $5 per class (50% discount for Silver Sneakers®, Renew Active™, and Silver & Fit® eligible participants).

Instructor: Tonya Van Hook Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence, low-impact Tai Chi form modified for seniors It has been shown to reduce pain and stiffness associated with arthritis while improving strength, range of motion, and balance thereby reducing the risk of falling. Classwork includes gentle stretching, breath work, focus on body alignment, and slow, controlled movement. With adjustments the exercises are appropriate for individuals of all physical conditions and can be done seated in a chair.

Circuit (Ages 50+) Tuesday and Thursday, 10a Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg 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.

Circuit (Ages 50+) Friday, 8:45a Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® 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.

Chair Yoga (Ages 50+) Thursday, 1p Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg Move your whole body through a complete se-

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ries of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement.

Chair Yoga (Ages 50+) Tuesday and Friday, 8:30a Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg Move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses.

Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement.

Lo-Impact (Ages 50+) Friday, 10a Cost: $3 (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Instructor: Leslie Ann Ellingburg This class is designed to increase cardiovascular endurance. This is a lo-impact (one foot remains on the floor at all time, no jumping) floor aerobic based class participant should possess consistent skills in agility, coordination and balance.

Yoga “Just Breathe” Tuesday & Thursday 11a-12:30p (Ages 18+) Cost: $5/class Instructor: Dixie Neth Join us for a breath of fresh air as we explore the world of yoga postures, breathing practices, and relaxation techniques. This class requires movement to the floor and back up without assistance. Focus is on precise alignment of spine, breath work, and emphasizing body awareness and mental clarity as we stretch and strengthen our mind and bodies.

Bring your own mat, yoga blanket, blocks, and yoga straps.

Group Exercise Guidelines Preregistration recommended for the above classes. Class size limited to 15 participants except for Chair Yoga which is limited to 10.

Fitness Room Monday through Friday 7a – 7p Saturday 9a-3p No preregistration required to use fitness room Cost: Daily and Monthly fee options (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants)

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Aquatics Lap Pool Schedule: Lap Swim (Teens, Adults and Seniors) Monday through Friday 7-8:45a and 11a4p Wednesday 6-7p Saturday 10:30a-12:30p Cost: $2 per session or $30 per month (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® participants) Need time to swim? We offer several different time options. Whether your choice is swimming laps, aqua jogging or just doing your own thing we have a time to fit your needs.

Open Swim Saturday 12:45p-3:30p Cost: $2 (12 and under), $3 (13 and older) Recreation swim is perfect for bringing the kids to play. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by someone at least 16 years of age or older. Any child 6 or younger must be within arm’s length of an adult, 16 years or older at all times. Also, any child who requires flotation devices of any kind must be within arm’s reach of an adult at all times.

Teaching Pool Schedule: Mommy and Me : Monday-Friday 12-1p Cost: $1 (Ages 4 and under) Enjoy Mommy and Me swim time with your children! All guardians have to be in the pool with their child.

Home School Swim Tuesday/Thursday 2-4p Cost: $2 (12 and under), $3 (13 and older) Enjoy fun swim time in the pool! Parents are welcome to join. 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult 16 years or older.

Therapy Pool Schedule:

Aquatics Adult Only Open Therapy (Adults & Seniors) Monday/Wednesday/Friday 7a-7:30p Tuesday/Thursday 7-11a; 1-4p; 6-7:30p Saturday 9a-3:30p Cost: $2 per visit or $25 per month (Free to Silver Sneaker®, Silver & Fit® and Renew Active® 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.

Water Aerobics Schedule: Morning Water Aerobics (Lap Pool) Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9-10a Cost: $4 per visit or $40 per month Instructor: Heidi Perry Start your day with a shallow water class which combines cardiovascular strength and conditioning, muscle strength and toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided.

Cardio Waves (Lap Pool) Monday 6-7p Cost: $4 per visit Instructor: Kim McLeod This is a high-intensity water aerobics program is geared towards individuals who are looking to push their limits! All equipment is provided.

Evening Water Aerobics (Lap Pool) Tuesday/Thursday 6-7p Cost: $4 per visit or $30 per month Get in shape, this shallow water class which combines cardiovascular strength and conditioning, muscle strength and toning, balance and core work in a fun environment. No swimming skills are needed and all equipment is provided.

Aquamix Days: Tuesday/Thursday 9:15-10:15a Cost: $4 per visit Instructor: Kim McLeod Looking for a challenging workout? Get in over your head with us for some intense

January 2022 water aerobics. The focus is on toning, cardiovascular strength, endurance and core work. No swimming skills are needed. All equipment is provided.

Arthritis Days: Tuesday/Thursday 11-11:40a Cost: $4 per visit or $30 per month Instructor: Heidi Perry Have a form of arthritis? This is an activity that can help manage the symptoms of arthritis. This class helps get you moving with a low impact exercise. It is held in our therapy pool which is equipped with a handicap lift.

Splash Tuesday/Thursday 11:45a-12:45p Cost: $3 per visit Instructor: Heidi Perry A fun program geared towards senior citizens looking to improve the quality of their social life and physical well-being.

All pools are closed on Tuesday and Thursday from 4-6p for cleaning and maintenance

Private Swim Lessons Days and Times: Will be scheduled with instructor Cost: 5-30 Minute Lessons $100 5-45 Minute Lessons $150 5- 1 Hour Lessons $175 Instructor: Heidi Perry

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Skilled Nursing

We orient our skilled nursing services around the provision of specialized care for recovery after hospitalization. Our dedicated team helps residents and family members feel at home while receiving individually-focused healthcare.

Rehabilitation and Outpatient Therapy Services

Whether you need Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy, our therapists are committed to returning residents to the highest possible level of function, independence, and quality of life. Whether recovering from a hip replacement surgery, a stroke, a fall, or any other health condition, residents can benefit from our rehabilitation services.

Health & Wellness

Our energetic staff also focuses on socialization as a vital aspect of creating a home-like environment. We supplement wellness by delivering opportunities for residents to maintain a fulfilled and pleasurable stay. Community involvement ranges from exercise classes, beauty shop visits, and pet therapy, to holiday events, community involvement, and religious services.

Call Today! 423-542-5061

1666 Hillview Drive | Elizabethton, TN 37643 | hillviewhealthcenter.com

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Healthy Living Ask Our Nurse If you have health concerns or questions, our nurse, Jeanne Clarke, RN is happy to provide information, support or resources. Her hours are Monday – Thursday, 9am-2 pm.

Stop by the nurse’s station across from the Dining Room or call 423-434-6235 for an appointment.

Free Blood Pressure Checks Monday – Thursday, 9a-2p Stop by the nurse’s station for a free blood pressure check.

No appointment required.

Wits Workout ~Brain Fitness (Ages 50+) Monday, January 10, 1-2p Cost: FREE Speaker: Elizabeth Renfro, MS, UT Extension Give your brain the workout it needs to stay sharp in this fun, interactive program. Brain teasers and games that get you thinking plus helpful info based on current research. We’ll meet the second Monday each month with a different theme and activities. Coming together and learning new things is good for your brain. Please call 423-434-6237 to pre-register.

Thyroid Issues – What You Need to Know (Ages 18+) Thursday, January 13, 1-2p Cost: FREE Speaker: Paul C Lange, MD This small gland can have a big impact on your health. Gain a better understanding of your thyroid plus symptoms, testing and treatments for various thyroid disorders. Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237.

Invisible Danger of Radon Monday, January 24, 1-2p Cost: FREE Speaker: Lexi Brown, TN Dept. of Environment & Conservation January is Radon Awareness month and our area is prone to high levels of radon. Get the facts about this cancer causing gas that all homeowners should test for but many aren’t aware about. What are the risks of high radon levels? The good news is that testing is free and the problem can be fixed. Win-

January 2022 ter is the best time to test when radon levels are highest. Find out how to get your free testing kit and how to address the problem if high radon is found. Please pre-register by calling 423-434-6237.

Diabetes Screening ~ Free Fasting Blood Sugar Check (Ages 18+) Tuesday, January 25, 8-10a Cost: FREE Stop by the nurse’s station for a free blood sugar check (done by fingerstick). For best results, do not eat or drink anything except water 8-12 hours prior to testing. No appointment required.

Air Fryer Cooking Wednesday, January 26, 11a-12p Cost: FREE Speaker: Elizabeth Renfro, MS, UT Extension New to air frying? Elizabeth will share everything you need to know – how it works, the best foods to cook in an air fryer, how to clean it and helpful tips. Delicious and healthy recipes and samples also provided. Please call 423-434-6237 to pre-register.

Get Back on Track with Your Health Monday, January 31, 10-10:45a Cost: FREE Speaker: Jeanne Clarke, RN Has taking care of yourself gotten derailed? Are you struggling with motivation to improve your lifestyle habits? First of all, be kind to yourself. You can make small, incremental changes to get back on track.

From eating habits and moving more, to preventative health screenings and better coping strategies, let’s discuss simple ways to take action toward improving our health. Please call 423-434-6237 to pre-register.

Cooking Healthy for 1 or 2 Monday, January 31, 11a-12p Cost: FREE Speaker: Emily Bradburn, UT Extension Don’t give up on preparing healthy meals just because you are only cooking for yourself. Get recipes and new ideas for healthy, delicious meals that are quick, easy and budget friendly. Please call 423-434-6237 to pre-register.

January 2022

Community Center Recreation Programs

Congratulations to all those who completed Step into Fall and participated in the Turkey Strut! Over the course of six weeks this group walked over 1.44 million miles and everyone saw an improvement of their one mile time.

Awards were given to those who had accumulated the most steps, fastest time, most walking groups attended, and most improved. The top three steppers were: Elizabeth McConnell with 522,028 steps, Mary Stauss with 422,522, and Earlene Kun with 422,308. The top three fastest walkers were: Karen Cutshall at 13:45, Jimmy Boyd at 13:50, Sally Dana at 16:37. Most improved was Glenn Davis, and Jimmy Boyd attended the most walking groups. Be on the lookout for the next step challenge sometime in 2022!

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Lifestyle Sports Pickleball (Ages 18+) Gym 1 – Mon, Wed, and Fri 9a-12p Gym 2 – Mon through Fri 9a-12p Outdoor courts are available Cost: FREE Join in on the fun! This activity is a modified version of tennis. We play doubles.

No registration required, no time limit or number of players Senior Billiards (Ages 18+) Monday-Friday 7a-7p Saturday 9a-4p Cost: FREE No registration required, No time limit or number of players No food allowed in the billiards room only closed beverage containers Doubles Table Tennis (Ages 50+) Each Mon, Wed, and Fri 9a-11a Cost: FREE Senior men and women’s doubles table tennis is a great way to keep your brain and body active. No food allowed only closed beverage containers Senior Basketball (Ages 50+) Gym 1 – Tues and Thurs 10a -12p Cost: Free Meet in the gym for pick-up games and shoot a-rounds.

Pictured are some of the participants and Fitness & Wellness Coordinator, Leslie Ann Ellingburg

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Start

Senior Lifestyles

on the Right Foot!

Are you or a loved one....

• Experiencing difficulty getting around the house?

• Holding on to furniture when walking?

• Having an increased fear of falling?

• Finding increased difficulty getting up from furniture?

• Find yourself sitting more and moving around less?

If you or a family member answered “Yes” to any of these questions, I can help. By working with you in your home, I will customize an activity and exercise program to your needs. I can help you improve your mobility while helping to reduce your risk of a fall. In home assistance can make aging in place much safer for most seniors while maintaining independence at home.

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Johnson City Senior Center Foundation

510 Bert St., Johnson City, TN 37601 Nonprofit 501(c)(3) Website: www.JCSCFoundation.org Email: jcfoundation0@gmail.com

Donation drive to benefit 200 senior adults in need.

Pantry staples / Paper goods / Laundry items / Personal hygiene products

How can YOU help? Complete the form below: Please select: Gold Sponsor - $1,000

Silver Sponsor - $600

Bronze Sponsor - $300

Individual Sponsor - $75

Volunteer for delivery or packing – 423-434-6226

Other $

In Kind Contribution Deadline: February 25, 2022

Box Delivery Date: March 30, 2022

Organization:

Contact:

Billing Address:

City:

Phone:

State:

Zip:

Cell:

Name as you would like on listed on promotional materials: Authorized Signature:

Date:

Your signature will confirm your commitment to participate in the 2022 Spring Forward for Seniors Campaign. Complete form and return to: email: rhennessee@hntaxbook.com, mail to: 2022 Spring Forward for Seniors, 510 Bert St., Johnson City, TN 37601 or drop off: Senior Services desk, Memorial Park Community Center, 510 Bert St. Your sponsorship may be tax deductible. Consult your tax advisor.

Deadline for sponsorship recognition: March 16, 2022 Sponsorship benefits: $1,000 – Name recognition on container card, all media distribution, social media posts, Senior Lifestyles Newsletter (17,000 distribution) and email data base (7,000) distribution. $600 – Name recognition on container cards, all media distribution, social media posts, Senior Lifestyles Newsletter (17, 000 distribution). $500 – Name recognition on container card, all media distribution and social media posts. $300 – Name recognition on containers card and social media posts. $75 – Name recognition on container card.

Questions: Call: 423-434-6237

Proposed Food List Fruit Cups Oatmeal Milk Sugar Cereal Peanut Butter Saltine Crackers Bread Corn Muffin mix Rice

Canned Goods: Corn Green Beans Pinto Beans Tuna Chicken Beef Stew Chicken Noodle Soup Mayonnaise Macaroni

Toilet Paper Paper Towels Aluminum Foil Laundry Detergent Dish Detergent Soap Facial Tissue

Community Center Senior Events

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A Night Under the Stars Daddy Daughter Dance

February 5, 2022 6 - 8 p.m.

Tickets: $10/person (a $5 late fee applies after Jan. 28).

Available online at www.myjcparks.org or in person at MPCC.

Tickets go on Sale January 3!

Please wear your fanciest attire!

A Red Carpet Event Memorial Park Community Center - 510 Bert Street For more information, call: 423-434-5749

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January 2022

BACK ON TRACK GET ON BOARD!

BACK ON TRACK GET ON BOARD!

ACTIVE LIFE

ACTIVE LIFE

ACTIVE LIFE FOR FOR ACTIVE LIVING

ACTIVE LIFE FOR FOR ACTIVE LIVING

ACTIVE LIVING

ACTIVE LIVING

MEMORIAL PARK COMMUNITY CENTER 510 BERT ST.

MEMORIAL PARK COMMUNITY CENTER 510 BERT ST.

GET ON BOARD!

KICK OFF!

JANUARY 12 - MARCH 11, 2022

JANUARY 11, 2022

AGES: 50+

1:30 P.M.

$15/PERSON

FREE!

RULES EVENT RUNS FROM JAN. 12 - MAR. 11.

LEARN ALL ABOUT THIS EXCITING PROGRAM

STOP AT EACH LOCATION (YOUR CHOICE OF CLASS OR ACTIVITY).

STOPS: LIFELONG LEARNING, EXERCISE, HEALTHY LIVING, ARTS/CRAFTS AND LIFELONG SPORTS.

TO KEEP YOU HEALTHY AND ENGAGED!

GET A TICKET PUNCH FOR EACH STOP YOU MAKE. MAKE ALL 6 STOPS FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A FREE TRAIN EXCURSION! MAKING 5 - 6 STOPS EARNS YOU A 10% DISCOUNT ON YOUR TICKET PRICE. LEARN ALL ABOUT THE PROGRAM AT THE FREE KICK OFF EVENT JAN. 11 AT 1:30 P.M.

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January 12 - March 11, 2022 Memorial Park Community Center 510 Bert St.

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Lifelong Exercise Learning

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Arts / Crafts

Lifelong Train Sports Activities

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RULES: Event runs from January 12 through March 11, 2022.

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Making 5-6 stops gets you a 10% discount on your excursion..

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FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 423-434-6237

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 423-434-6237

Hiking & Walking/Lifelong Learning

January 2022

Lifelong Learning The World’s Greatest Geological Wonders- DVD Video Lecture Series Fridays at 10:30-11:30a in January and February, Beginning January 14 (7 week series) Cost: Free Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon, Mount Fuji, the Galapagos Islands. These natural wonders are on everyone’s list of must-see attractions that are both spectacular and geologically fascinating. But what about Ha Long Bay, the Columbia Glacier, Erta Ale lava lake, and the Great Blue Hole? They also belong on the list, along with more than 200 other sites, both famous and obscure, that are well worth a visit to see breathtaking vistas combined with the grandeur of geological forces in action. Please Pre-register.

Brain-a-Cise (Ages 50+) Tuesdays, 1-2p Cost: Free Bring your thinking caps and trivia knowledge and compete against other teams of adults in fun and challenging rounds of trivia. Come exercise your mind while making new friends!

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limitations for this free service. For appointments, please call the 423-434-6237 starting January 10, 2022.

You must bring your Social Security card and the Social Security cards of all dependents on the return, photo identification for all individuals, and all tax documents such as W-2s, 1099-Rs, SSA-1099s, 1099-Bs, 1099-INTs and 1099-DIVs, as well as your filed 2020 tax return. If you received advanced child tax credits, the IRS will send a letter 6419 which you will need to bring with you. If you purchased health insurance through the Marketplace, you must also bring your form 1095-A, which you will receive from the federal government.

Until you have received all needed forms, the volunteers will be unable to complete your returns. This is an appointment only service, we will not be able to accept walk-ins.

Hiking 101*

(2-4 miles, easy to moderate trails, low to short elevation gain)

Johnson City German Club (Ages 18+) Thursdays, 10-11:30a Cost: Free Lifelong Learning of German Language, Culture, History. Membership is FREE. Attendance is NOT required. Simultaneous ZOOM is used. SHARING and “Show-and-Tell” are encouraged and always welcome. Weekly BLOG reports are posted at https://herrpollock.livejournal.com. For more information, contact Mark Pollock, EMAIL markpollock1944@icloud.com.

Coming in February!

Naturally Yours: Stories Behind our Tennessee State Symbols Tuesday, February 8 10:30-11:45a Instructor: Connie Deegan, Program Coordinator/Nature Cost: Free Our state symbols are a rallying point. They speak of a state’s cultural or commercial heritage and its natural beauty. Please enjoy as Tennessee’s more nature based symbols are explored: state wildflower, reptile, insect, etc., and the stories behind how they were chosen. Please Pre-register.

FREE TAX ASSISTANCE Volunteers working through AARP-VITA will prepare your Federal taxes for free beginning Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at the Memorial Park Community Center. Acceptance of tax documents will be by appointment only between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. each Tuesday and Friday until April 8. Due to the ongoing Covid pandemic, tax preparers and taxpayers will wear masks.

Taxpayers will have an initial intake interview with a tax counselor. Then the taxpayer will be asked to leave while the return is being completed.

Approximately an hour later, the taxpayer will return to review their return with the tax counselor, receive their completed tax return and their tax documents.

If the return is for a married couple, both spouses must be present for both appointments.

All volunteers are trained using IRS and AARP-VITA standards and must pass an IRS test. They can prepare all individual and joint tax returns, with a few exceptions for certain complicated returns. There are no age or income

Hip Hikers*

(3-10 miles, moderate to difficult trails, heavier, longer elevation gain)

Walkers & Talkers* (1-3 miles, mostly flat, guided)

End of the Year Celebration (All Hiking groups) (Ages 50+) Cost: Free Thursday, January 13, 1p We will be having our end of the year Celebration! Come and see some pictures and enjoy a snack. Make sure to Register . See all our friends and enjoy some stories. It was a short but fun year!

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