EXERCISE CLASSES, CARDS, MOVIES AND GAMES
BINGO, Hosted by The Friends of Jamestown Seniors Organization
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Upstairs, Senior Center
When: Fridays
Time: 1PM- 3PM
Zumba
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Upstairs, Senior Center
When: Tuesdays (6 week session)
Time: 10 AM-11 AM
Dates: 8/15/23, 8/22/23, 8/29/23, 9/12/23, 9/19/23 & 9/26/23
AND
Dates: 10/10/23, 10/17/23,10/24/23, 10/31/23, 11/7/23 & 11/14/23
Cost: $30 for Residents, $35 for Non-Residents
Instructor: Ellen Cullom
Zumba Gold is a Latin and International rhythms-based fitness program that is easy & fun! It is low-impact and suitable for a wide range of fitness levels. No prior experience needed. All are welcome. Join the party!
Bone Strength & Balance (September Wednesday Session)
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Fort Getty Pavilion
When: Wednesdays in September
Dates: 9/6/23, 9/13/23, 9/20/23 & 9/27/23
Time: 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM
Cost: Residents $20.00 for 4 weeks, Non-Residents $25.00 for 4 weeks
This class offers slow-paced muscle conditioning along with tendon and ligament flexion for improved balance and coordination. Participants will need to be able to get up and down from the ground. Participants should bring their own weights and mats if they have them. Instructor: Patricia Woodward
Bone Strength & Balance (September Friday Session)
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Jamestown Recreation Center (41 Conanicus Ave)
When: Friday Mornings for 5 weeks during September Dates: 9/1/23, 9/8/23, 9/15/23, 9/22/23, 9/29/23
Time: 10:15–11:15 AM
Cost: Residents $25.00 for 5 weeks / Non-Residents $30.00 for 5 weeks
This class offers slow-paced muscle conditioning along with tendon and ligament flexion for improved balance and coordination. Participants will need to be able to get up and down from the ground. Participants should bring their own weights and mats if they have them. Instructor: Patricia Woodward
Bone, Strength and Balance (October Wednesday Session)
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Jamestown Recreation Center (41 Conanicus Ave)
When: Wednesday Mornings for 4 weeks in October Dates: 10/4/23, 10/11/23, 10/18/23 & 10/25/23
Time: 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM
Cost: Residents $20 for 4 weeks, Non-Residents $25 per week
Instructor: Patricia Woodward
Bone, Strength and Balance (October Friday Session)
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Jamestown Recreation Center (41 Conanicus Ave)
When: Friday Mornings for 4 weeks in
Dates: 10/6/23, 10/13/23, 10/20/23, 10/27/23
Time: 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM
Cost: Residents $20, Non-Residents $25.00
Instructor: Patricia Woodward
Bone, Strength and Balance (November
Wednesday Session)
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Jamestown Recreation Center (41 Conanicus Ave)
When: Wednesday Mornings for 5 weeks in Nov.
Dates: 11/1/23, 11/8/23, 11/15/23, 11/22/23 & 11/29/23
Time: 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM
Cost: Residents $25, Non-Residents $30.00
Instructor: Patricia Woodward
Bone, Strength and Balance (November Friday Session)
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Jamestown Recreation Center (41 Conanicus Ave)
When: Friday Mornings for 2 weeks in Nov.
Dates: 11/3/23, 11/17/23 * No class will be held on Friday, Nov. 10th and Friday, Nov. 24th
Time: 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM
Cost: Residents $10, Non-Residents $15.00
Instructor: Patricia Woodward
Aqua Therapeutics at St. Clare’s
Who: Ages 55+
Where: St. Clare’s (located at 309 Spring Street in Newport RI 02840)
When: Monday Mornings for 6 Weeks
Time: 10 AM
Dates: 9/18/23, 9/25/23, 10/2/23, 10/16/23, 10/23/23 & 10/30/23 (*No Class on 10/9/23)
Cost: $80 for resident, $85 for non-resident
Interested in an aquatics class in a heated indoor saltwater pool?! St Clare’s Pool is located in Newport, RI. This aqua class will be led by a certified therapy assistant with individual attention to our Jamestown senior center participants. Participants are in charge of transporting themselves to the facility in Newport. The parking lot at St. Clare’s is available for use. Participants will find the entrance to the parking lot by using the lit entrance off of Dennison Street.
Spots are limited to 8 max in this class.
Bridge (for experienced players)
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Senior Center
When: Tuesdays from 1:00PM – 3:30PM
Dates: ONGOING
Cost: No Cost
Please call Molly Rose at 423-9804 to register as volunteer facilitators to connect with players each week to ensure full tables of play.
Chair Yoga
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Senior Center, upstairs
When: Mondays starting October 16th (8-week session)
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:15PM
Dates: 10/16/23, 10/23/23, 10/30/23, 11/6/23, 11/13/23 ,11/20/23, 11/27/23 &, 12 4/23
Cost: Resident $30.00 for 8 weeks / Non-resident $35.00 for 8 weeks
Have you been interested in doing yoga but felt restricted or uneasy about getting down to the floor? Have you simply wanted to just have better flexibility and strength of movement? Whether you are at your desk or table, or confined to a wheelchair, yoga practiced in a chair can bring you the same benefits as floor practice. In this very relaxed and enjoyable program, you will gain flexibility, muscle strength, and peace of mind. Learn ways to move as well as breath techniques for your daily living. Come and have fun! Please wear comfortable clothing which allows you freedom of movement.
Instructor: Linda M. Morse
Heart-Wise Walking
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Meets at Senior Center, 6 West St.
When: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:00AM – 9:30AM (approx.)
Dates: ONGOING
Cost: FREE
There’s nothing better than starting the day off with a brisk walk and conversation! The group walks for approximately ½ hour. *Call Ellie Chase at 423-1617 to confirm location.
Mah Jongg (for experienced players)
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Senior Center
When: Fridays, 9:30AM – 12:00PM
Dates: ONGOING
Cost: No Cost
Do you enjoy strategic games to keep the brain buzzing? This game originated in China and is played with domino-like tiles. New game sets, cards and pushers are available for players. Meets weekly.
Tai Chi for Arthritis
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Program will meet upstairs at the Senior Center during the Fall/Winter
When: Mondays at 9:00AM
Dates: ONGOING
Cost: No Cost
Start the week off right and treat your body with the gift of Tai Chi. This program is based on a medically proven form of gentle movement designed by specialists to relieve pain, help prevent falls and improve overall health and wellness.
East Coast Swing Dance Lessons
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Program will be held at the Recreation
Center (41 Conanicus Ave.)
When: Fridays, 1:00PM – 2:00 PM
Dates: 4 week program: 9/8/23, 9/15/23, 9/22/23 and 9/29/23
Cost: $50 per participant
Instructor: Steve Westerman
East Coast Swing was first developed by Arthur Murray Dance Studios in the 1940’s based on lindy pop.East Coast Swing is danced typically with fast swing music, including; lindy hop, rock and roll and boogie-woogie. East Coast Swing music is typically characterized by big band, fast blues, or rock and roll. Additionally, today’s modern American Rhythm style of East Coast Swing is often danced to upbeat, energetic pop music. East Coast Swing music tends to be much faster and livelier than its counterpart, West Coast Swing.
Movies
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: The Jamestown Senior Center, Upstairs
When: Thursdays at 1:30 PM
Dates: 9/21/2023, 10/5/23, 11/9/23 and 12/7/23
Cost: Free
9/21/2023 : A Man Called Otto.
Other movies TBD
Movie screenings will be shown on a large screen by a collaboration between the Jamestown Senior Center and the Jamestown Philomenian Library. Please feel free to bring snacks to enjoy during the show.
HEALTH CLINICS, WORKSHOPS & S.H.I.P
LIHEAP (Low-Income Heating Assistance) Programs
Who: Anyone (*eligibility is based on household income)
Where: Upstairs at Jamestown Senior Center
*exception of November 16th’s program which will be downstairs at the senior center*
• When: Thursday, September 28,2023 (introduction and sign-up) upstairs at senior center
• Thursday, October 26th from 1-3 PM (signup), upstairs at center
• Thursday November 16th, 2023 from 10 AM-3 PM (downstairs for sign-ups)
• Thursday, December 14th, 2023 from 10 AM-3 PM (upstairs for sign-ups)
Cost: FREE
Come and learn about LIHEAP (Heating Assistance) and other valuable programs that could help you save money and energy! This program will have on-site LIHEAP enrollment assistance available. For more information, call East Bay Community Action at (401) 437-5102 or call the Jamestown Senior Center at (401) 423-9804
Audiology Hearing Screenings with Atlantic Audiology
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Jamestown Town Hall, Conference Room
When: Friday ,November 3rd 2023
Time: 9:00-12:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Appointment is required.
Aging Gracefully and Gratefully
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Jamestown Senior Center, downstairs
When: 4 week program 9/8/23, 9/15/23, 9/22/23 & 9/29/23
Time: 1:30 PM-2:30 PM
Cost: $40
Instructor Diane Westerman, MA
Discussion Topics Include; Major Life Changes, Life Lessons, Self Care, Life Purpose, Ageism, & Reflection.
“Managing and Living with Chronic Pain”
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Upstairs at Jamestown Senior Center
When: Beginning September 20th 2023 for 6 weeks
Dates: 9/20/23, 9/27/23, 10/4/23, 10/11/23, 10/18/23 and 10/25/23
Time: 1:00-3:30 PM
Cost: FREE
This six-week program will teach you a variety of techniques that will help you better manage your chronic pain. Learn proven techniques that will help you ease chronic pain, be more active, improve your sleep, eat healthier, manage your medications, improve communications, and use problem solving skills for more confident decisions.
A Matter of Balance
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Upstairs at Jamestown Senior Center
When: Beginning Wednesday November 8,2023
Time: 1:00 PM- 3:00 PM
Dates: 11/8/23, 11/16/23, 11/22/23, 11/29/23, 12/6/23, 12/13/23, 12/20/23 & 12/27/23
Time: 1:00-3:30 PM
Cost: FREE
A Matter of Balance” is an award-winning program designed to reduce the fear of falling, increase confidence and improve activity levels among older adults. The program includes eight two-hour classes presented to a small group of 8-12 participants led by trained coaches. The program enables participants to reduce the fear of falling by learning to view falls as controllable, setting goals for increasing activity levels, making small changes to reduce fall risks at home, and exercise to increase strength and balance. The curriculum includes group discussions, mutual problem solving, role-play activities, exercise training, assertiveness training, and a few homework assignments. Participants learn about the importance of exercise in preventing falls and practice exercises to improve strength, coordination, and balance.
S.H.I.P. COUNSELING (Medicare Counseling)
A counselor is available to offer information in-person at the Senior Center (6 West Street), over the phone or via email.
Call our new S.H.I.P. counselor, Katie Jones directly to schedule an appointment.
Contact Number: 401-644-3317
Appointments are scheduled for the Third Friday of each Month
Upcoming Dates for S.H.I.P Counseling: 9/15/23, 10/20/23 , 11/17/23 & 12/15/23
WELLNESS CLINICS w/ RN Lisa Stedman from South County Health
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Senior Center
When: First Tuesday of each month
Times: Appointments are scheduled between 10:00 AM and Noon.
Monthly Dates: 9/5/23 ,10/3/23,11/7/23 & 12/5/2023
Cost: Blood pressure and consults, no charge. It’s a great opportunity to ask a nurse about your health status, medications, etc. *Call Molly at 423-9804 to make an appointment.
Tina The RI Foot Nurse ( certified foot nurse)
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Senior Center, upstairs
When: Thursday, Oct 26th
Time: Appointments will be scheduled between the hours of 9 AM- Noon
Cost: $45
Routine foot and nail care that includes;
• Nail clipping
• Reduction of thickened hard nails
• Callus and corn reduction
• Foot and skin assessment
• Light massage to lower legs and feet
• Foot care education/materials.
• Assist with Physician referrals
*Appointment required*
Hand Massages
Who: Adults Ages 55+
Where: Senior Center, downstairs
When: Fridays
Time: Appointments made between 9:30 AM- 11:30 AM
Cost: $12, by appointment
Instructor: Edwina Coherty
Having your hands massaged not only feels good, but can help ease muscle tension and may even reduce pain.
The Point Agency, On-Site
Who: Adults Ages 62+ and disabled
Where: Senior Center, downstairs
When: Wednesdays
Dates: September 20th 2023,October 18th, 2023, November 15th ,2023 & December 20th 2023
Cost: Free
*appointments required
Facilitator: Maria Sol Cuesta
Maria will assist with eligibility, application, referrals and resources for seniors and disabled. This includes assistance with; SNAP benefits, Health Insurance, Medicare Counseling, Pharmaceutical Assistance, Heating assistance at at-home care.
SENIOR TRIPS
Vietnam Moving Wall at Rocky Point and lunch at Iggy’s
Who: Adults 55+
When: Friday, September 8th, 2023
Time: Depart from the Senior Center at 11:00 AM
Cost: Transportation $2, cost of lunch is on your own.
We will enjoy lunch at Iggy’s and then head to the moving wall to pay respects and listen to the reading of the 209 names of Rhode Islanders who gave their lives in Vietnam.
Saturday Newport Farmers Market Bus Trip
Who: Adults 55+
Where: Newport Farmers’ Market
When: Saturday, Sept 23th, 2023
Time: Bus will Depart from Pemberton Apartments at 9:15 AM and will then stop at the
Senior Center at 9:25 AM
Participants will have plenty of time to look around the Saturday market to shop.
Cost: Free
Wrights Dairy Farm & Bakery Trip
Who: Adults 55+
When: Tuesday, Sept 26th, 2023
Time: Depart from the Senior Center at 12 PM
Cost: Trip cost $2, cost of lunch is on your own.
We will enjoy lunch at a 1 PM reservation at Beef Barn in North Smithfield (cost of lunch is on your own) and will then head to Wrights Farm for bakery shopping and to watch their cows be milked at 3 PM. Bring your own cooler bag so you are able to bring home fresh whipped cream, treats or milk!
Lunch Trip to Gregg’s Restaurant
Who: Adults 55+
Where: Gregg’s Restaurant, North Kingstown
When: Wednesday, October 4th, 2023
Time: Depart from the Senior Center at 11:30 AM
Cost: Transportation $2, cost of lunch is on your own.
Lunch Trip to Twin Oaks Restaurant
Who: Adults 55+
Where: Lunch Trip to Twin Oaks, Cranston
When: Tuesday, November 14th, 2023
Time: Depart from the Senior Center at 11:30 AM
Cost: Transportation $2, cost of lunch is on your own.
SHOPPING TRIPS TO WALMART SUPERCENTER IN NORTH KINGSTOWN
Who: Adults 55+
Where: Seniors will be picked up from their home and dropped back off at their home
When: Tuesday, September 12th 2023, Tuesday October 10th 2023 & Tuesday, November 14th 2023 and Tuesday, December 12th, 2023
Time: Participants will be picked up beginning at 9 AM
Shoppers will be allotted an hour and thirty minutes to show at the Walmart Supercenter in North Kingstown. The Supercenter includes everything from household necessities, electronics to groceries. Reservations will be made up to 1 full business day in advance. Maximum limit is three reusable shopping bags per-person. Bags will be carried off the bus to each passenger’s front door. Drivers are not permitted to enter a participant’s residences. Space on the bus is limited to 12 passengers. Please call Eileen Donnelly at 401-423-2658 to make a reservation to shop.
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TO REGISTER
All programs are subject to change. Please pre-register for programs as it ensures programs take place. To register for programs or if you have any questions regarding programs, please call Molly Rose, Senior Services Director at 401-423-9804. Additional Department program information and resources are available at www.jamestownri.gov/towndepartments/senior-services
