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There's always something going on, either in our facility or out on the town!

The Senior Services staff work hard to make sure our patrons stay active and informed. Stay current by attending our classes and seminars. Have some fun with games and crafts. Or just sit back and enjoy the company of others. There's plenty going on...

  • Social events – theme parties – functions:
    Special luncheons, entertainment, dancing, and social events are held monthly to give people the opportunity to network and enjoy the camaraderie of others.
  • Crafts/Social Time: 
    Crafts such as knitting, crocheting, and various crafts are done while talking over a cup of coffee and snacks.  Volunteers teach various skills and one can have company while working their favorite past time.
  • Computer Classes and Free Computer Time:
    Computer classes are offered free of charge and cover the basics through intermediate topics. Class size is 8.  Free computer time is available in the lab so one may connect with family and friends and “surf the web” for educational information. 
  • Card Games, Bingo, and Word Games, Puzzles:
    Various games offer fun, stimulating, brain exercising opportunities, not to mention the opportunity to get together with friends. They are an excellent way to network and meet new people and reacquaint with old ones.
  • Clinics:
    Clinics include blood pressure screenings, foot clinics, diabetic shoe clinics, and various health screenings.  Health professionals from area agencies come to provide care, services, and educational information. 
  • Senior Fitness:
    Exercise is provided on site by CMC’s trained professionals. Pre-registration is required.
  • Craft Classes:
    Various craft classes are taught which include ceramics, pastels, and others depending on availability of instructors.
  • Singing Group:
    A choral group meets to practice and performs at various community places such as nursing homes and holiday functions.
  • Line Dancing:
    Advanced Line Dancing and Beginning Line Dancing is offered twice a week for those interested in learning the skill and getting some great exercise.  This dance class offers the individual the chance to dance in a well choreographed group to a variety of different line-dancing speeds.
  • Wii:
    Computer, video and software games are not for young people anymore!  Wii bowling leagues are offered to be able to cheer on team players and to get moving.  Players are able to learn how to bowl, compete in league bowling, or play a simple friendly game. It’s interactive, fun, and it’s learning a new skill.
  • Counseling:
    A social worker who specializes in geriatrics is available to discuss issues that are the challenges of life.  Loss and grief, support groups, and coping issues are some of the issues discussed.
  • Pocketbook Therapy:
    This program offers help in accessing benefits or services that may help stretch one’s pocketbook.  There is no monetary exchange but referrals or information that may lead one to free services or programs for which the individual may qualify. By appointment 624-6535.
  • Trips:
    Trips (both day and overnight) are offered and details are posted at the Center.  Day trips include such activities such as foliage rides, dinner and show trips, New England beach tours, ocean excursions, to name a few. Leave the driving, parking and arrangements to us and join friends for a carefree day.  Advanced registration and deposit is required for trips.
  • Presentations/Seminars:
    Information on many topics such as legal information, health issues, fuel assistance, volunteer opportunities, politics, advocacy and more can be obtained. Depending on the presenter and/or the topic registration is requested.
  • Meals:
    St. Joseph Community Services provides the noon meal as community dining.  The agency also provides meals on wheels to those who are homebound from the Center. The meal is nutritionally complete and will cater to special dietary needs.   
  • Drop In Time:
    Dropping in to see friendly faces and join in the laughter is important to stay connected to the community.  Share news, discuss events, and keep abreast of so much educational information.
last changed 9/1/2011