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03/21/10 Accreditation Celebration: The Historic Triangle Senior Center has been accredited by the National Institute of Senior Centers. HTSC is now the third senior center to be accredited in Virginia (Charlottesville and Arlington have accredited centers). There will be a celebration on April 22, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at the new luxury senior living facility Verena at the Reserve. The public is invited. Go to www.verenaatthereserve.com for directions. RSVP 757-259-4181.
11/06/09 Senior Health Fair
The Annual Senior Health Fair will be held on Friday, November 6, 2009 8:30 am - noon at the James City /Williamsburg Community Center at 5301 Longhill Road. Free health screenings include vision, cholesterol, blood pressure, posture, and depression. Flu and tetanus shots will be offered. Information on adult day care, hospice, nutrition, social services, safety, home health care, medical equipment, massage therapy, social and recreational opportunities, pet therapy, and more. Call the Historic Triangle Senior Center at (757) 259-4181 for more information.
-New Programs at the Senior Center
--Tai Chi: An ancient martial arts form, Tai Chi is great at improving balance and helping to prevent falls.
--The Days of Our Lives: Discussion group in which participants share memories about a particular era or topic like the 1950s, summertime, etc. Meets 1st Thursday at 1:00 p.m.
--Popcorn and a Movie: Enjoy classic movies like Casablanca and On the Waterfront and free popcorn. 4th Thursday of the month at 1:00 p.m.
--Wii Exercise: This popular video games allows you to get the benefits of exercise without the strain on your muscles. Great for people with arthritis.
--Creative Arts: 1/2 Price Scholarships available for Art Programs at James City/Williamsburg Community Center, Quarterpath Recreation Center, This Century Art Gallery, Paint on Pottery Too, and keyboard classes at Parker Piano Outlet.
--JOY (Just Older Youth) Singers: This choral group practices weekly and performs at various locations around town throughout the year.
--Readers Theater: The parts in a short play are divided among performers who read from the script. Emphasis is on reading with an expressive voice and gestures. No memorization is required.
- There is a new group spreading Joy around town!
The Senior Center 'Joy Singers' (Just Older Youth) is led by Chuck McHose, Program Director at the Historic Triangle Senior Center. The group has performed at eight residential communities in the Williamsburg area and at two Senior Center Socials.
Currently, there are twelve performers in the 'Joy Singers.' The members enjoy music, fellowship, and service together.
We'd love for the group to expand! Anyone who loves to sing old favorites is encouraged to join. Singing with others is a great way to stay young at heart.
Please call the Senior Center at (757) 259-4187 for rehearsal times and a performance schedule.
-Lucky Lottery Winners: On New Year's Eve at 5:00 p.m., 3 lucky winners won a total of $5,00 in cash prizes: 1st Prize of $2,500 went to Matthew Efland; 2nd prize of $1,500 went to Louise Imfeld; 3rd prize of $1,000 went to Chuck Hartman. Congratulations to our winners! The profit on the lottery will support the programs of the Senior Center.
-Recently Married Couple Met at the Senior Center!
When a friend told Herm Hess that the Senior Center was a great place to meet people, he didn't know it would change his life. He and Kay nash met at the Senior Center and were recently married at Legacy Hall. Herm and Kay appreciate the well wishes of their friends and family, but they prefer not to receive gifts. They say their lives are overflowing with blessings. If you ever wish to honor anyone in your life, Kay and Herm hope you will consider making a donation to the Senior Center where they met! Kay and Herm, we wish you the best!
- RIDES Survey Results
The Historic Triangle Senior Center recently conducted a survey of clients who use RIDES. Of the 93 clients who completed the survey, 83% reported that their health had improved as a result of using the RIDES service. 89% said their independence had improved, and 78% said their overall sense of well being and outlook on life had improved. 100% of clients rated the program as "good to excellent" in meeting their needs.
-RIDES receives grant from Riverside Health Systems Foundation
The RIDES program has received a $10,000 award from the Riverside Health Systems Foundation. The funds are for the purchase of a new wheelchair accesible van. The Senior Center is grateful to the Foundation for supporting this important community program. Since November of 2005, RIDES has provided over 17,000 rides to residents of Williamsburg, James City County, and the Bruton District of York.
- Two New Staff Members
Charles McHose, a retired minister, is our new Program Director. He holds a Master of Divinity from Lancaster Theological Seminary. He has over thirty years of experience in the pastoral field. As the Associate Minister of Programs and Education at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Christiansburg, VA., he directed the senior fellowship choir for eighteen years. We welcome Chuck to our team!
Magdalene Staples is our new Director of Operations. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, an AAS in Education Technology, and is certified in business management. She is proficient in Microsoft Office and worked for the Virginia Employment Commission for the last three years. She will be teaching our computer classes as well as managing day to day operations. We welcome Magdalene to our team!
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