Class List
Social Services and Support Groups
Class Offerings and other services from our social worker, D’vorah Kost, LICSW
First, please know that my situation, over the next couple of months, entails assisting my father, along with Hospice, in his unpredictable journey of passing on. I may have to miss a scheduled day or class. I ask your understanding and flexibility, in advance, for any class that may get cancelled at the last minute. Thank you. I do intend to be available Mon, Tues, Wed., for private appointments to offer support and counseling, help you access resources, assist with issues of aging or engage in any of the programs mentioned below. To schedule an appt, call 932-4044, ext 2.
My hours are Mon and Wed 9am-5pm, Tues 12pm-5pm. My office is on the lower level, off the far corner of the Alhadeff Room.
Information and referral with basic needs assistance, housing or moving issues, psychosocial or medical concerns, grief support, issues of aging, etc.
Enhance Wellness is a program designed to support your goals for healthy living. You receive an initial evaluation, then set goals in the areas of physical or social activity, managing a chronic condition, balance, strength, memory, weight or stress etc. We then meet weekly, monthly or quarterly (your choice) to follow through on action plans, encourage and track your success. This process is ideal for those who say, “I know what I should do, I just don’t do it.” FREE
“Program Encouraging Active Rewarding Lives for Seniors” (PEARLS) is designed to help older adults recover from minor depression, which is characterized by at least 2 weeks of feeling sad, tired, irritable; having little motivation, changes in sleep or appetite, having trouble concentrating, and no longer enjoying activities that once were pleasurable. PEARLS consists of eight confidential sessions over the course of 3 months, in which one learns and practices problem-solving skills, and increases pleasurable and physical activity. FREE.
Living Well with Chronic Conditions
FREE
Date: Every Tuesday, Sept 28th through Nov 2nd
Time: 1-3:30 pm.
This six-week course aims to build participants’ confidence in managing their health, reduce symptoms, and keep active. It will provide you with the tools you need to successfully manage a chronic health problem, be it diabetes, Parkinson’s, stroke, arthritis, fibromyalgia, pain, obesity, or anything that routinely interferes with satisfying living. Topics include nutrition, physical activity, improving communication with care providers and family, stress and mood management, decreasing pain and fatigue. YOU MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE, AS SPACE IS LIMITED.
Low Vision Group
FREE
Dates: Second Wednesdays, 1-2 pm.
Info: Tips, support, resources and participant sharing. Sept 8th---“The 4 Most Common Causes of Age-Related Vision Loss, and current treatment options”
Oct 13th---Vision Loss, a Family Affair: exploring the emotional side with another
Diabetes Support Group
FREE
Dates & Time: Third Wed 2-3:30 pm, 90 minutes for a 3-month Education series:
Sept 15th-Control your lifestyle to manage your diabetes
Oct 20th -Diabetes and Healthy Eating
Nov 17th -Monitoring your Blood Glucose
Guest presenter is a registered diabetes educator.
Transitions
open to newcomers
Dates: drop-in, Every Wednesday
Time: 11am-Noon
Info: Socialize, discuss contemporary issues, concerns both personal and otherwise, with occasional speakers. Donation--$1
Brain Gain/Memory Enhancement
Dates: 2ND and 4TH Mon, Sept 13th, 27th, Oct 11th, 25th.
Time: 10:30-11:30 am
Info: Practice mental and physical exercises that activate different areas of your brain, grow new neural endings and pathways. Make friends. Have fun. Donation $1
Caregiver Support Group
FREE
Dates: 2nd and 4th Monday, Sept 13th, 27th, Oct 11th, 25th.
Time: 1-2 pm
Info: Are you caring for a loved one with dementia or other chronic illness or disability, in or outside your home? Please join us to share the challenges of this important job, and get help with practical matters and resources.
FYI—Next “Matter of Balance” Class begins, Tuesday afternoons, 1-3 pm, November 9th through Dec 28th.
Health and Wellness
Community Acupuncture
with licensed acupuncturists
Dates: Thursdays
Time: 1:00 to 4:00 pm with appt.
Cost: $15 to $35 per treatment $2 discount for Senior Center members
For appointments call: Linda Minato, L.ac. 206-767-3298 or Nancy Ishii, L.ac. 206-890-0758
All ages welcome, treatments are in lounge-like chairs in a quiet, soothing space.
Enhance Fitness Exercise Classes
Dates: Mon., Wed. & Fri. (on-going)
Times: 8:00-9:00am and 9:00-10:00 am (2 sessions)
Cost: Free to Group Health members or $30 for 5 wks
Info: Innovative and fun strength-training classes, using wrist and ankle weights, aerobics, balance, and stretching. Requires a form signed by your Dr. before participating.
CPR Classes
Cost: $50 for members, $55 for non-members and free to senior center volunteers.
Sign up with Scott Holloway 206 734-7484
Chair Massage by Terry Mac
Dates: Tuesdays
Time: - appointments start at 11:00 am
Cost: $5 member/$7 non-member.
Footcare
Dates: Mondays (ongoing)
Time: Call 206-932-4044 ext.1 for an appointment
Cost: $20 member/$22 non member. Cancellations must be made by 4pm Friday prior to appointment to avoid being charged.
GentleYoga, drop-in
Dates: Wednesdays
Time: 9:15am-10:30 am
Cost: $5 members, $7 non-members
Info: Chair and standing postures—(no floor-sitting)
Improve breathing, posture, flexibility, balance and peace of mind. Postures can be adapted to your abilities or limitations. Wear loose and comfortable clothing.
Tai Chi with Steve Coates
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Time: 10:30 am
Cost: $10/drop-in, monthly fee of $64 members/$80 non-member for 4 week class.
Pranic Healing
Dates: 2nd Mondays, Sept 13th & October 11th
Time: 7:00 pm
Info: Local pranic energy healers offer a free clinic of a simple self-healing system
Blood Pressure Readings
Date: Tuesdays in September by Life Care Center
Date: Tuesdays in October by Dr. Catherine Orsi
Time: from 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm
Interested in Easy Pilates? Register with receptionist (932-4044 x1) and indicate your interest. You will be notified with date and time.
Art and Writing
Hardanger—Scandinavian Embroidery
Dates: Tuesdays
Times: 10 am
Interested? Stop in on Tuesdays.
Hardanger—Scandinavian Embroidery
Dates: Tuesdays
Times: 10 am
Interested? Stop in on Tuesdays.
Book Discussion Group – 4th Wednesday
Date: July 28th and August 25th
Time: 1pm—2:30pm
Donation: $1 mem./$2 non-mem. Proceeds benefit Senior Center West Seattle
Help us pick non-fiction books for the next year that have created a transformation in your outlook on life and your way of looking at the world. The first two books are Soul of a Citizen by Paul Loeb and Lies My Teacher Told Me by Richard Loevern. Facilitated by Terry Holm
Games and Recreation
Want to play Scrabble? Call Marge Hansen 935-8621.
Cribbage call Frankie Cline 935-3118
“Coffee time with Vets”
Dates: Tuesday September 7th and October 5th
Time: 11:00 am
FREE Coffee with Vets has a benefactor – A Navy Pilot has offered to pay for the coffee hour for ALL VETS that attend the monthly gathering. Mention you’re a vet to our Café hostess.
BINGO for $$’s! Every Friday!
Time: 11:00 am
Cost: Buy-ins are only $6 plus additional games.
Current Events
Dates: Tuesdays
Time: 12:30 pm
Info: Join a group of Informative men and women who meet informally to discuss current issues as reported in the newspapers, on TV and computer etc.
Poker
Dates: Monday afternoons (ongoing)
Time: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Cost: Donation of $2 (divided with the Center)
and a grocery gift certificate for the winner.
Info: There are friendly rules and no money bets.
Alki Duplicate Bridge Club
Dates: Mondays (ongoing)
Time: 10:30 am to 2:30 pm with a short break for lunch between 12:00 and 12:30. Call Nick Tipton 206-484-3303 for space availability.
Monday Pinochle — no partner needed!
Dates: Mondays (ongoing)
Time: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Cost: $1 members/$2 non-members
Thursday Pinochle — no partner needed!
Dates: Thursdays (ongoing)
Time: 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Cost: $1 members/$2 non-members with help
provided by other players.
Bridge
Dates: Wednesdays (ongoing)
Time: 9:00 a.m.— Noon
Cost: $1 members/$2 non-members
Senior Bowling League
Dates: Mondays & Fridays (ongoing)
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Place: West Seattle Bowl, 4505 39th SW
Genealogy (offsite)
Dates: Fridays October 1 through December 3
Time: 9:30 am-11:30 pm
Cost: $52.20
Instructor: Little
Learn research methods, sources of information, publications terminology, and practical guidelines for compiling your family history and genealogy.
Call 206-764-5339 and sign up with South Seattle Community College.
History Class (here at the center)
Dates: Fridays, October 1 through December 10
Cost: $52.20
Time:10am - noon
Instructor: Lockerbie
Developing Nations since 1945: Revolution of Rising Expectations.
Call 206-764-5339 and sign up with South Seattle Community College.
Music & Dancing
Lauren Petrie Dance Time
Dates: 1st Wednesdays of the month
September 1st Theme: Favorite Sports
Sponsored by: Jane Conrad & Allan Mendelssohn
October 6th Theme: Harvest Moon
Sponsored by: Terry Holm
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30 pm
Place: SCWS Hatten Hall
$5-$7 donation, BYOB & snacks,
Reservations Requested 932-4044
(plan a party– tables reserved for large groups)
Ukulele, Sing-Along & Band Jam
(open to all musicians)
Dates: Mondays (ongoing)
Time: 1:00 pm
Cost: donations appreciated
Ukulele—Wiki wiki
Dates: Sept 5 – Ballard Senior Center
Dates: October3 - West Seattle Senior Center
Time: 1:30pm - 4pm
Northwest Accordion Society
Dates: Sept13th and Oct 11th
Time: 7:00 pm
Line Dancing Lessons with
Alice Crawford & friends
Dates: Thursdays (ongoing)
Time: 10:30 am—11:30 am
Cost: $2 members/
$3 non-member
“Spirit of Salsa” Salsa lessons for exercise
Dates: Tues, Sept 7, 14, 21, 28 Oct 5, 12, 19, 26
Time: 10am—10:45am
Cost: Each 4 week series - $20 or $10 drop in fee.
Join Julie Fontanez to learn beginning salsa steps with no partners for cardio exercise, dance practice, create endorphins to start your day.
Register – 206- 932-4044
Computer Classes
Computer Lab Updates
Our computer lab is finally fully up and running with our Windows 7 computers running the complete Microsoft Office 2007 suite, and laser printers for both black & white and color. All computers have been setup with both graphics (photo) and audio (sound) editing software.
Greeting Cards Class taught by Laura Neville
Date: Wednesday Sept 15th and Friday Sept 17th
Time: 9:30-11:30
Cost: $15 members $20 non members
Info: Must pre register. Need Intermediate computer skills.
Open Lab
Dates: Mondays (ongoing)
Time: 9:00 am— 11:00 am
Cost: FREE!
Info: The Computer Center is open every Monday morning to give you an opportunity to ask questions of our “Computer Gurus.” We’re here to help you with just about any question you may have on how to do tasks on the computer.
Basic Computer Class with Vince Ferriols
Dates: September 21, 23, 28 & 30
October 19, 21, 26 & 28
Times: 9:30am—11:30am
Cost per series: $10 members/$15 non members
Prepayment required.
Social Media with John Goodwin
How to access & setup an account with security options for My space, YouTube, Facebook & Twitter
Dates: Fridays, September 24th & October 1st
Time: 9:30 to 11:30am
Cost: $15 members $20 non members. Prepayment required.
Request other computer classes and when there is four or more you will be notified of the date.
Legal Assistance
Legal Assistance from Attorneys with Elder Law & Estate Planning Experience
Attorney: John Llewellyn
Dates: Thursdays, Sept. 2nd & 16th, Oct. 7th & 21st
Time: Appointments start at 10:00 am
Cost: FREE 20 Minute Consultations
Attorney: Nancy Sorensen
Dates: Tuesdays, September 14th and October 12th
Time: Appointments start at 2:00 pm
Appointments: 206-932-4044 ext. 1
Cost: FREE 20 Minute Consultations
Senior Rights Assistance
Dates: Tuesdays September 14th & October 12th
Time: Call for appointments 932-4044 x1
Info: Senior Rights with Medicare questions - Call the Center for appointments with Gary Shinkoskey.
Community Legal Clinic
Dates: Tuesdays, September 7, 14 & 28
Dates: Tuesdays, October 5, 12, & 26
Time: Appointments start at 7:00 pm
Appointments: 206-267-7070
Cost: Free
Self Defense Class
FREE
Dates: Wednesday September 29
Time: 1pm to 3 pm
Class is offered by Fight the Fear Campaign with training in basic self defense skills, working with padded sticks to practice defending against and using a cane for protection. Build your skills and confidence as a deterrent to violence.
Please register 206-932-4044 x1
Sound Steps
Sound Steps Spring Training for Walkers
Free
You still have time to join us for ‘spring training’ to prepare for Sound Steps’ spring walking events! Get in the best walking shape of your life as you work toward a 3.1 mile, 6.2 mile or 13.1 mile Half Marathon walk goal. Weekly Saturday morning training walks take place at Jefferson Community Center. Call Mari at 206-684-4664 for an information packet.
Lincoln Park Sound Steps
Free
Mondays 10-11:15 a.m.
Lincoln Park
Walk through the woods or along the beach. Meet at the south end of North parking lot.
Delridge Sound Steps
Free
Mondays 8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Delridge CC
A neighborhood walk open to all levels.
Sound Steps Hikes
Enjoy the great outdoors! Join us the first Monday of every month. Beginners welcome—you can walk as far as feels comfortable. Pick-up at 8:45 a.m. from SE Seattle Senior Center at 4655 S Holly St, or 9 a.m. from Jefferson Community Center. To register for hikes, call Mari at 206-684-4664. Bring a lunch; dessert provided.
Lincoln Park Sound Steps
Free
Mondays
10-11:15 am
Lincoln Park
Walk through the woods or along the beach. Meet at the south end of North parking lot.
Delridge Sound Steps
Free
Mondays 8:30 – 9:30 am
Delridge Community Ctr
A neighborhood walk open to all levels.
White Center Sound Steps
Free
Mondays 10:00 – 10:30 am
Walk laps inside a gym at your own pace.
9045 16th Ave SW
Southcenter Mallwalk
Fridays 8:30am-11:15am
Reserve transportation from West Seattle by Wednesday 206 684-4664
Sound Striders - faster, longer fitness walks
Free
Thursdays 8am for coffee, walk leaves at 8:30 am
Call Mari to know which neighborhood will be featured in September and October. 206-684-4664