Guilderland Senior News for Thursday, March 15, 2018
The Guilderland Senior Services is offering the following activities the week of March 19. Call the senior office at (518) 280-7607 with any questions or for information. The location for senior services is 141 Bavarian Way, Altamont, NY 12009. Transportation’s phone number is (518) 356-2920.
— Monday: Scheduled shopping, aerobics at 9 a.m., senior fitness at 10:30 a.m., Tai Chi at 1:15 p.m. Town hall classes are Strong Bones Plus at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.;
— Tuesday: Luncheon of a turkey meatloaf or cold plate at 11:30 a.m., bingo/Rummikub at 12:30 p.m., and town hall class of Strong Bones Plus at 9 a.m.;
— Wednesday: Scheduled shopping, senior strength, and balance at 9 a.m., senior fitness at 10:30 a.m., needlecraft at 1 p.m., and Strong Bones Plus at 10:30 and 1:30 p.m. at Town Hall;
— Thursday: Scheduled shopping, Silver Sneakers at 9 a.m., Silver Sneakers Yoga Stretch at 10 a.m., Mahjong and Pinochle at 12:30 p.m., and Strong Bones Plus at 9 a.m. at Town Hall; and
— Friday: Scheduled shopping, painting at 9:30 a.m., intermediate bridge at 12:30 p.m., and quilting at 1 p.m.
Learn about Medicare
Come to the Guilderland town hall on April 5 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for a Medicare presentation.
Please call the office at 518-280-7607 to register for the presentation by April 4.
Will you soon be 65? Come learn how Medicare works. You will be informed of all the factors that you should consider when making your choices. Are you already in Medicare but still having questions about your coverage options? There are Medicare counselors trained to help you understand your choices and options. Attend a presentation designed to provide you with an understanding of Medicare and the choices available to you.
Having trouble paying your Medicare premium or related medical expenses? Find out if you may qualify for Federal assistance with your medical expenses.
Wellness program
On March 28 at 1 p.m. join us for What’s the Fuss About Fiber? presented by CDPHP. You’ll be amazed at the many health benefits of fiber and how easy it is to choose rich sources of this powerful food component. Different types of fiber will be discussed along with a demonstration to emphasize fiber’s role in the body. Please call before March 23 to register for this 45-minute presentation and 15-minute discussion.
Bridge
A bridge group meets Friday afternoons at 12:30 p.m. here at the senior center. If you are an experienced bridge player the small group welcomes you to play. Feel free to just show up for the program.
Mahjongg and Pinnacle players
Both programs meet Thursday afternoons at 12:30 p.m. At the request of both groups, they are seeking new players and requested that this news reach you! Both groups will teach or refresh game skills!