senior center.pdf - The City of Kingsport

The Fun Begins at 50!The Kingsport Senior Center11/27/2007 1

The Kingsport Senior CenterWe would like to invite you to visit The Kingsport Senior Center11/27/2007 2

Our MissionThe Kingsport Senior Center is acommunity resource dedicated toenriching quality of life for areaseniors.11/27/2007 3

We ValueWe value advocacy of seniorissues, we promote stimulatingeducational opportunities, and weencourage communityinvolvement and volunteerism.11/27/2007 4

We offer many types of activities• Exercise programs• Intellectual programs• Social programs• Wellness Programs11/27/2007 5

Exercise ProgramsTai ChiTai Chi classes areoffered at the centeron a weekly basisTai Chi helps relievepain caused fromarthritisTai Chi helpsreduce stress andincrease balancewith gentlemovements andself pacedexerciseRegular exercise reduces the risk of heart disease11/27/2007 6

Exercise ProgramsBelly DancingBelly Dance is a form of exercisethat allows you to have a lowimpact, entire body workoutBelly Dance lessons are offeredweekly at the centerRegular exercise helps keep bones strong11/27/2007 7

Exercise ProgramsYogaYoga improvescirculation, stimulatesthe abdominal organsand promotes ahealthy nervous systemThe art of creating a moreYoga increasesflexibility and agilitydisciplined, stronger mind and bodyExercise is the key to weight management11/27/2007 8

Exercise ProgramsExercise RoomWe offer exerciseequipment that isgeared towardhealthy jointfunction andoverallrehabilitation andwellnessRegular exercise helps prevent injuries11/27/2007 9

Exercise ProgramsPickle BallPickle ball is a fun,challenging sport thatoffers a wonderful fullbody workoutPickle ball is anexcellent exercise forbeginners and expertsRegular exercise helps prevent and manage diabetes11/27/2007 10

We offer dailyexercise classesExercise ProgramsExercise ClassOur exerciseclasses range fromlight movementclasses to heavyaerobics classesRegular exercise will increasethe quality of sleep11/27/2007 11

Exercise ProgramsVarietyVolley BallStrength TrainingShuffle BoardHorseshoesExercise for lifeTable Tennis11/27/2007 12

Exercise ProgramsLine DanceBasketballCloggingBallroomDancePilatesExercise promotes healthy circulation11/27/2007 13

Intellectual ProgramsClay and CeramicsThe Senior Center offers fourkilns, slab roller, an extruderand two pottery wheelsAn instructor is available inthe clay room to assist memberswith any equipment,questions or concernsThe mind is a terrible thing to waste11/27/2007 14

Intellectual ProgramsComputer LabWe offer computerclasses tobeginningand advanced The lab has 13userscomputers withinternet accessWe also offer Ebayclasses andgenealogy classesIntellectual stimulation builds life experiences11/27/2007 15

Intellectual ProgramsMusicWe offer singinggroups andmusicalinstrumentsgroupsKARAKOE ANDSING ALONGS!Spectators arewelcome!Music revitalizes the mind, body and soul11/27/2007 16

Intellectual ProgramsBilliardsMembers of The Kingsport SeniorCenter have access to ourbilliards roomWe have regular billiardstournamentsMembers learning to play billiardsand advanced billiards players arewelcomeIntellectual stimulation keeps the mind young and active11/27/2007 17

Intellectual ProgramsWoodshopAn instructor isavailable to helpmembers withtoolsWe offer tools tobuild almostanythingMembers builddulcimers othermusical instrumentsExercise programs and intellectual programs are a dynamic duo11/27/2007 18

Intellectual ProgramsQuilting * Genealogy Club *Bible Study * Bridge Group *Cooking Class * Camera Club *Basket Weaving * PaintingMake it a point to learn something new each day11/27/2007 19

Social ProgramsDay TripsWe take many day trips atThe Senior Center, wetravel to Barter, WolfhartHaus, shopping, artexhibits, monthly „Out toLunch Bunch‟ trips,festivals and many moreexciting attractions11/27/2007 20

Social ProgramsExtended TripsWe offertransportationto and from allof our eventsfor only $5!We take cruises, travel to Canada, Myrtle Beach and many moreexciting, interesting destinations11/27/2007 21

Social ProgramsDaily ActivitiesThe daily activities offered at TheKingsport Senior Center double associal activities for most of ourmembersMany of our members join asstrangers, then develop strongfriendships along the way11/27/2007 22

Our Members“I am disabled, I donot have anywhereto go to get out ofthe house. If itweren‟t for theSenior Center, Iwould be isolated”- Mary McNabb11/27/2007 24

Our Members“I exercise, shoot pool,and I am a member of thesinging club. I am singleand I love the company. Ilike to have lunch in thecafeteria because I enjoyeating lunch withcompany.”- Blaine Gilliam11/27/2007 25

Our Members“I like to use the weight room, participate in Volley Ball andPickle Ball. The Senior Center keeps us active and gave usa place to go when weretired.”“This is a great placeto meet friends, I havemade many newfriends. I feel theactivity cuts down onhealth problems”- Gary and Dewanna Calhoun11/27/2007 26

Our Members“The Senior Center isa nice place to gather,have companionshipand camaraderie. Imoved to Tennesseeand had no friends, Ijoined the SeniorCenter and had a half adozen friends in a couple of days! I come tothe center a couple of days a week, I am inthe theater group and I play pool.”- Stan Sanders11/27/2007 27

“I like thecamaraderie atthe Center. Theexercise facilityis wonderful. Itis almost likehaving a secondfamily”Our Members- Wayne Peters11/27/2007 28

Our Members“It‟s inexpensive! I‟ve met new friends. The staff is great!”- Frances Moser11/27/2007 29

KATSKingsport Area Transit System (KATS) willtransport seniors that live inside of the citylimits at no cost! The Kingsport Senior Centerwill pay transportation fees to and from thecenter.11/27/2007 30

Yearly Membership Dues• Kingsport residents $15.00• Sullivan County residents $35.00• Outside city and county limits $60.0011/27/2007 31

The Kingsport Senior Center Welcomes YouWe are located in The Renaissance Center onCenter Street.Please call our office with any questions423-392-840011/27/2007 32

Thank you for yourtime!Julie Scott11/27/2007 33