Quality of Life
Fairview Red Wing Health Services
Auxiliary 385-3302____Home Care & Hospice 385-3410____Seminary Home 385-3434
Seminary Plaza 385-3400____Lifeline 612-728-2468____Meals on Wheels 385- 3423
Lifeline (toll free) 866-827-5039
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Gentle Yoga for Seniors
Start anytime!
Every Tuesday: 9:30 - 10:45 am or
Every Thursday: 1 -2:15 pm
Instructor: Michelle Hoffman
Cost for 6 sessions:
$45 individuals or $80 couples
Learn gentle yoga postures, breathing techniques and guided relaxation exercises to increase flexibility and strength, increase balance, improve posture, increase energy level and reduce the negative effects of stress. You do not have to be on the floor to participate in yoga. If finances are a concern, please talk to Michelle about special arrangements to pay. Please call the Senior Center at 267.3599 to register.
Massages
Sessions available on Tuesday and Thursday
Massage Therapist: Allison Wesch
Cost: $40 one hour/ $30 half hour
Call the Senior Center at 267.3599 to schedule an appointment for your massage session.
Benefits:
Promotes well nourished vibrant and healthy skin
Improves circulation of blood and lymph
Relaxes muscles and improves joint flexibility
Improves immune system function and more!
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A.O.A.
AOA (active Older Adults) Forever Fit
Time 8:45 to 9:30 a. Mondays and Wednesdays
Twenty sessions
Cost: YMCA members $16
Non-YMCA members $30
We're back at the Senior Center on the 4th floor. AOA is great for any Active Older Adult who is interested in getting fit or staying healthy. The class will include low impact aerobics, strength training and stretching.
Walk Your Cares Away!
No matter what the weather is like, the Senior Center is always warm and dry. The floors are carpeted (easy on joints.) Receive a coupon for a free cookie for every 5 miles you walk. We're open Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 4 pm and Friday until noon.
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Investment Sharing
Wednesday, March 10th at 1:30 pm
Facilitated by George Grotkin Join us for a discussion of investment tips and strategies in today's uncertain economy. Everyone welcome!
Cookie Jar Gift Shop
Gifts and accessories lovingly handmade by members of Red Wing Area Seniors, Inc. In
addition to having a great cup of coffee and a warm chewy cookie at the Senior Center, you can also purchase wonderful hand-crafted items in the Cookie Jar Gift Shop. More than 30 crafters, artists, seamstresses and wood workers have brought in their items to sell on consignment. You'll find kitchen towels, beaded jewelry, children's sweaters, quilted runners, appliqued tote bags, wood carvings, fleece blankets and much more. Merchandice changes often as new items are brought in so be sure to stop in whenever you are at the Senior Center.
The Toy Lending Library at Colvill Family Center has toys for preschool children that may be taken home for two weeks. Parents whose children are in the Colvill programs and staff members are frequent users, but now you can,too. If you have young grandchildren coming to your home, here’s a place to find special playthings for them to
use during their visit.
The Toy Lending Library is currently open on Thursday mornings at 8:15-8:45 and from 10:45-
11:15 in the lobby of Colvill Family Center. To volunteer or for more information, please contact Lois Burnes or Sarah Swangsfu, AmeriCorps members at 388-8000.
Grieving: Hope in Understanding
March 2 – April 13, 2010 - 5:30-7 pm
Fairview Red Wing Medical Center
The Fairview Red Wing Grief Support Group is for adults experiencing loss through death. This can be a recent loss or a death that has occurred in the past. There is
no charge for this group, but you do need to register and make a commitment to
attend all or most of the sessions. The 7-week series includes such topics as:
sharing your story; understanding grief; identifying feelings; taking care of yourself; building support and coping with holidays. For more information and to register, call
or contact: Chaplain Karen Hanson, Fairview Red Wing 651-267-5386 - khanso12redwing.fairview.org
Coffee & Good Company
When someone we love dies, it often helps to spend time with others who are dealing with similar issues and feelings. Join us twice a month at one of these locations to share stories, experiences and strategies for coping with loss and the changes it brings to your life. These are drop-in gatherings, no registration required.
RED WING: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 10 am 3rd Floor Classroom, PCC Bldg, 1407 W. 4th Street
CANNON FALLS: 2nd & 4th Mondays, 10:30 am First Congregational Church, 220 W. Main Street
LAKE CITY: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 10:30 am First Lutheran Church, 100 Peace Ridge (off Hwy 63)
Call 651-385-3345 for more information.
Book House Calls
Red Wing Public Library is collaborating with Faith In Action to provide the Book House Calls Program. This free book delivery program is intended to assist any person who has temporary or permanent limited access to the library. If you would like more information about applying for this free program, call the Red Wing Public Library at 651-385-3673 Monday through Friday 10:00am–5:00 pm.