Friday Night Dances

The Senior Center is hosting bi-monthly dances on Friday nights. No need to sign up, just pay at the door! 

Dates:  Friday, May 20th

Time: 6:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m.  Cost: $5.00

Cup of Water and Coffee available

 **Music provided by Jim Hendrich! 

Overcoming the Common Myths of Hospice Care & Shopping For a Funeral Home: Tips for Saving Money

Come join us at the Swartz Creek Senior Center for a special Double Feature Lunch and Learn with Grace Hospice! The Rev. Steve Gonzales will present the workshop Shopping for a Funeral Home and their Branch RN/Administrator will present the workshop Overcoming Myths of Hospice. Call (810-635-4122) or sign up at the center in person by May 13th, 2022. Seating is limited so make sure to claim your spot soon!

Date:  Tuesday, May 17th

Time: 12:00 Noon.

RSVP by Monday, May 13th

OVERCOMING COMMON HOSPICE MYTHS  Presenter will discuss and educate regarding common myths about hospice in our society. The discussion will include the benefits of hospice and the barriers created by mis-perceptions which lead to many people not receiving the care they are entitled and eligible to receive.

SHOPPING FOR A FUNERAL HOME: TIPS FOR SAVING MONEY  We don't like to think about it. But eventually we’ll need to make funeral home arrangements either for our loved one or ourselves. Come to this workshop and discover your Federal Trade Commission Rights and how to save money when making final arrangements with a funeral home. Important information for veterans will be discussed. Each participant will receive the state of Michigan's Funeral Facts booklet. 

Our Luncheon is Back!  We welcome you to eat in or take out this year. You can pre-pay for your meal ahead of time for a discount or pay at the door. PUBLIC WELCOME!

Date:  Thursday, May 19th

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Pre-Pay: $7.00 (By May 16th)

Pay at the Door: $8.00

Menu:

-Coney Dog or Sloppy Joe

-Chips/Pickle

-Water Bottle

-Dessert

This program emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls. 

You will learn to:

• View falls as controllable
• Set goals for increasing activity
• Make changes to reduce fall risks at home
• Exercise to increase strength and balance

Who should attend?

• Anyone concerned about falls
• Anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength
• anyone who has fallen in the past
• anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns

Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.

Dates: 

• Friday, May 20th
• Friday, May 27th
• Friday, June 3rd
• Friday, June 10th
• Friday, June 17th
• Friday June 24th
• Friday, July 8th

*No class Friday, July 1st

Time: 2:00 p.m.-3:00p.m.

Cost: FREE

To sign up for the class please call 810-635-4122

Space is limited.

***Paid for with Aging and Adult Services Agency & Valley Area Agency on Aging. If you would like additional information please contact Abbie Mars at the Valley Area Agency on Aging at 810-239-7671, Ext 213.

Join Dr. Rick Bastarache, MSPT, DPT as he discusses Hip & Knee Pain and answers questions you may have!

When: Wednesday, May 25th, 12:00 Noon

RSVP By: Friday, May 20th @ 810-635-4122