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April 2017
LIVING WELL NEWSLETTERLifespan at the Westside
Family YMCA920 Elmgrove Road
Rochester, NY 14624Office (585) 341-3075
Living Well Center Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm
Contact Information:
Tracy LaFountain, Program Coordinator
Julie Battaglia,Assistant Program [email protected]
Kris Santillo,Program Director
Julie Montgomery,AOA Coordinator
Room Key:(L) – Lounge
(C) – Conference Rm.(K) - Kitchen
Thank You Volunteers!
We are so fortunate to have such a wonderful group of dedicated, caring, and
hard working volunteers! Whether they are at the front desk scanning, helping in the
garden, managing activities or making coffee, we would be lost without their help.
If you see any of our volunteers, please be sure to say thank you!
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday3
Blood Pressure Check8:00 – 11:00am
GVPT Presentation“Your Core”10:00 – 11:00am
Brain Teasers1:00 – 2:00pm
4Tips w/ a Trainer: “Mindful Eating” 10:00 – 11:00am
Powerful Tools for Caregiving (3 of 6)12:30 – 2:30pm
5Card Games 9:15am
Meditation w/ Julie M.10:00 – 10:30am
Wellness Wednesday12:30pm
6Police Academy Series
Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast 9:30am
Reiki10:00am – 12:00pm
Adult Coloring1:00 – 2:00pm
7Mah Jongg 9:15am
News & Views10:00 – 11:00am
Dominoes 12:00pm
Healthy Lifestyles Lunch & Learn $3pp12:00 – 1:00pm
10Smart Phone Class $1pp11:00am – 12:00pm
Beg. Crochet w/ Pamela 1:30pm
11Essential Oils: Natural Wellness10:00 – 11:00am
Powerful Tools for Caregiving (4 of 6)12:30 – 2:30pm
Parkinson’s Support Group1:00 – 2:30pm
12Card Games 9:15am
Scrabble10:00 – 11:00am
Eldersource11:00am – 1:00pm
Wellness Wednesday12:30pm
13Police Academy Series
Meditation w/ Julie M.10:00 – 10:30am
Easter Egg Coloring12:00 – 1:00pm
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MVP Living Well Center Closed!
17April Birthday Social10:00am
AARP Safe Driver’s Class12:00 – 3:00pm
18Book Club11:00am – 12:00pm
Powerful Tools for Caregiving (5 of 6)12:30 – 2:30pm
19Card Games 9:15am
Coffee w/ Julie10:00 – 11:00am
Wellness Wednesday12:30pm
20Police Academy Series
New Member Coffee Hr.11:00am
AARP Safe Driver’s Class 12:00 – 3:00pm
Computer Instruction1 – 2pm or 2 – 3pm
21Mah Jongg 9:15am
Intergenerational Garden Group Mtg.10:00 – 10:30am
Dominoes 12:00pm
Smart Phone Class$1pp12:30 – 1:30pm
24 Walgreens Health Presentation10:00 – 11:00am
Beg. Crochet w/ Pamela 1:30pm
25Card Making Session I10:00 – 11:30am $3pp
Powerful Tools for Caregiving (6 of 6)12:30 – 2:30pm
26Card Games 9:15am
Scrabble 10:00am
Eldersource11:00am -1:00pm
Wellness Wednesday12:30pm
27Police Academy Series
10 Min. Massage w/ Jenn9:30 – 11:30am
Card Making Session II1:00 – 3:00pm $3pp
28Mah Jongg 9:15am
Community Awareness w/ Deputy Resch10:00 – 11:00am
Dominoes 12:00pm
Blood Pressure Checks Reiki
April 2017
Reminder: All programs require registration. Register in the AOA Program Book located in the MVP Living Well Center during the day or at the Membership desk during the evenings and weekends.
Monday, April 38:00 – 11:00am (L)
Brunch & Learn - GVPT Presents: “Core”Presenter: Michael Dix, DPTMonday, April 310:00 – 11:00am (C)Your core is a complex series of muscles, extending far beyond your abs, including everything besides your arms and legs. It is incorporated in almost every movement of the human body. Come join GVPT and learn what you can do to keep your core muscle strong.
Brain FitnessMonday, April 31:00 – 2:00pm (C)Join us for some fun “exercises” for your mind, your memory and your brain health.
Tips with a Trainer“Mindful Eating”Tuesday, April 410:00am (C)Join Personal Trainer Jen Zipkin, as we learn how to develop awareness surrounding our food choices. Little changes can add up to better overall nutrition and less calories consumed. We will practice some easy to learn techniques as part of the presentation.
Card Games Wednesdays; April 5, 12, 19 & 269:15am (L)
Meditation with Julie MontgomeryWednesday, April 510:00 – 10:30am (C)Take some time to destress, relax and unwind. Join Julie for a relaxing half hour of “me” time.
Wellness WednesdaysWednesdays; April 5, 12, 19 & 2612:30pm (L)Various health and wellness topics will be discussed each Wednesday.Beginner Crochet with Pamela Langdon
Thursday, April 610:00am – 12:00pm (Lifespan Office)Please join Sandra Fischer-Kierecki, RN, MS, CNM for a complimentary 15 minute Reiki treatment. Registration is required.
Adult Coloring GroupThursday, April 61:00pm (C)Come join us for the latest stress-reducing craze! We supply coloring pencils as well as the beautiful Mandala designs. Discover the soothing effects of coloring while creating serene masterpieces.
Mah Jongg Fridays; April 7, 21 & 28(No class on 4/14)9:15am (C)
News & ViewsFriday, April 710:00am (L)Come join us as we discuss the weekly news.
Living Healthy Lifestyles Lunch & Learn $3ppFriday, April 712:00 – 1:00pm (C)Join Tracy for an informative discussion on brain health. Learn ways to reduce risks that may be related to brain health and quick tips to help improve your memory.
Smart Phone Beginner Class $1ppMonday, April 1011:00am – 12:00pm (C)Are you the new owner of a “smart phone”? Here’s your chance to learn how to take pictures, set up your contacts, apply apps and more! Class size set for 6 participants.
Meditation with Julie Montgomery
Mondays; April 10 & 241:30pm (L)Come and join in on the fun and “knot” with us. Are you a true beginner or just forgotten what you learned from your grandmother? Start with some basic knots and learn to read a pattern so you can make all those creative items you have seen for the holidays. You are asked to bring a “F” or “G” hook.
Essential Oils for Natural WellnessTuesday, April 1110:00 – 11:00am (C)Instructors: Bonnie O’Neill, RN and Sandra Vatter, RNEssential oils are useful for many common ailments and support the body to attain greater health and comfort. They provide the healing properties of plants to help the body heal itself.
Parkinson’s Support & Information GroupTuesday, April 111:00 – 2:30pm (C)We will be hosting the support and educational group here at our Center, which is open to the community.
Scrabble “Drop In”Wednesday, April 1210:00am (L)We have had expressed interest from members for a “drop in” scrabble program. Get together with your friends and enjoy a nice game of scrabble. Note: 2 boards will be available or you may bring your own.
Eldersource Case ManagementWednesdays; April 12 & 2611:00am – 1:00pm (Lifespan Office)Betsy, our Eldersource Case Manager is available to assist with matters that concern you: your one-stop resource for information, guidance, & support. No appointment needed, however we do ask that you sign up in our AOA Program Book.Book Club: Paula Blackburn, Gates Library
Thursday, April 1310:00 – 10:30am (C)Take some time to destress, relax and unwind. Join Julie for a relaxing half hour of “me” time.
Easter Egg Coloring $2ppThursday, April 1312:00 – 1:00pm (K)At the request of our members, we will be coloring Easter eggs. Come and enjoy a familiar pastime. All supplies will be provided.
April Birthday CelebrationMonday, April 1710:00am (L)Attention all members who have birthdays in April. Join us as we celebrate YOU! Registration is required.
AARP Safe Driver’s CourseMonday, April 17 and Thursday, April 20*Must attend both classes12:00 – 3:00pm (L)Cost: $20 – AARP Member $25 – Non-Member *No cash Checks made payable to: AARPThis is a refresher course presented by AARP.The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road. Additionally, you’ll learn:
Important facts about the effects of medication on driving.
How to reduce driver distractions. How to maintain the proper following
distance behind another car. Proper use of safety belts, air bags, anti-
lock brakes and new technology found in cars today.
Techniques for handling left turns, right-of-way, and roundabouts.
Age-related physical changes and how to adjust your driving to compensate.
Walgreens Pharmacist Presents:
Tuesday, April 1811:00am (C)Looking to join our book club? Books will be available on hand to borrow. Please stop by the Lifespan office to pick up your book.
Coffee w/ Julie B.Wednesday, April 1910:00am (L)See what’s new at the MVP Living Well Center. Share your thoughts, concerns or ideas.
New Member Coffee HourThursday, April 2011:00am (L)Are you new to the Y? If you have questions, join Julie Montgomery, Tracy and Jackie to get your answers!
Computer InstructionThursday, April 201:00 – 2:00pm or 2:00 – 3:00pm (K)Bring your questions as well as your laptop, tablet or IPad. Staff will be on hand to answer questions you may have. Limited number of computers will also be available to borrow.
Intergenerational Garden Group MeetingFriday, April 2110:00am (L)We are looking for a group of volunteers to share their time with school age children with various programs related to our garden. If you are interested, please join us.
Smart Phone Beginner ClassFriday, April 2112:30 – 1:30pm (L)Are you the new owner of a “smart phone”? Here’s your chance to learn how to take pictures, set up your contacts, apply apps and more! Class size set for 6 participants.
“Medication Compliance”Monday, April 2410:00am (L)Come join Laura as she discusses the importance of medication compliance.
Card Making Classes $3pp Session I: Tuesday, April 25 10:00 – 11:00am or Session II: Thursday, April 27 1:00 – 3:00pm (C) Let’s get together for a quick “make & take”. You will be able to make 4 cards, using simple paper crafting techniques. All supplies will be provided. Class size is restricted to 10 per session. NOTE: Please sign up for only one session per month so that we may accommodate more members who are interested in this particular class.
Scrabble “Drop In”Wednesday, April 2610:00am (L)We have had expressed interest from members for a “drop in” scrabble program. Get together with your friends and enjoy a nice game of scrabble. Note: 2 boards will be available or you may bring your own.
Complimentary 10 Minute Massage w/ JenThursday, April 279:30 – 11:30am (L)Here is your chance to relax and unwind! Sign up for an appointment time.
Community Awareness w/ Deputy Joe Resch Friday, April 28 10:00am (L) Deputy Resch of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department will visit with helpful hints on how to stay safe.
