Classic Times Newsletter Q3 2017

Quarterly Newsletter of the Lexington County
Recreation & Aging Commission (Council on Aging)
3rd Quarter Classic Times 2017
Long Life & Happiness
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CLASSIC TIMES
From the Director: Lynda Christison
Many, many thanks to Lt. Governor Bryant and the SC Lt. Governor’s
Office on Aging for awarding LCRAC with a Senior Centers
Permanent Improvement Project grant to replace the outdoor
freezer at Tri-City and to construct and new distribution and
freezer facility at Batesburg-Leesville!! This allows us to better
plan for the future and to gradually expand and diversify our
meals programs to better meet the needs of our communities.
Thank you to all of the wonderful volunteers who gave their
time, energy, and sweat to help make the homes of many of our
seniors safer and more comfortable to live in on Christmas in
Lexington County day!!
Every year, every person participating in our programs has to go
through an assessment/reassessment process to verify that he
or she still qualifies for the service(s) and to make sure that their
emergency and other information is up-to-date. Starting in July,
some of the assessments will be done by staff from the Area
Agency on Aging (AAA) and some by LCRAC staff. If you receive
a call from the AAA to set up an appointment for your assessment
and you are unsure about the caller, call us at 803-358-
1185 or the AAA at Central Midlands Council of Governments at
803-376-5390 for verification.
It’s HOT outside!!! Do you have a plan for surviving the heat
and avoiding heat exhaustion or heat stroke? We all prepare
for hurricanes, tornadoes, and snow and ice. Of all the different
weather emergencies we anticipate in South Carolina, heat
waves are the only ones that are guaranteed to occur every
year. Extreme heat and humidity are dangerous for everyone;
but more so for children, older adults, those with chronic medical
conditions, and those on medications that affect the body’s
ability to control its temperature or sweat. Here are some
things to consider:
How will you stay cool? Do you have air conditioning? If
not, where will you go for at least part of the day to be
out of the heat? Malls, libraries, or attending/joining
your local senior center are good options. Do not rely
on a fan as your main cooling source when it’s over 90
degrees outside. Taking a cool shower or bath can help
reduce your body temperature.
How will you adjust your exercise or outdoor activity schedule,
including shopping, so that you are not outside
during the hottest part of the day (between 10 a.m.
and 5 p.m.)? Do not stay or let anyone else, including
pets, stay in a hot car for even a few minutes.
Do you have plenty of water or sports drinks on hand? You
need to drink more water than normal. Start drinking
before you get thirsty. If your doctor limits your fluids
or you are on water pills, ask how much water you
should drink during hot weather. Avoid alcohol or beverages
high in sugar or caffeine.
Do you have meals that you can heat in a microwave or
that do not require cooking?
Do you have loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing to
wear?
Do you have a hot-weather buddy? It is important that
everyone is checked on at least twice a day to make
sure he or she is not dehydrated or showing signs of
heat stress.
Do you have a plan for your pets? They need to be out of
the sun and have lots of water, too.
How will you stay informed so that you know when to implement
you plan? Radio, TV?
Do you know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke
and what to do? Call 911 if heat exhaustion symptoms
(mild headache, lightheadedness, cool/pale skin, nausea,
vomiting, muscle cramps, fatigue, weakness) last
more than an hour. Treat by moving to a cooler place,
drink cold water, and lay down. For heat stroke
(throbbing headache, confusion, seizure, altered/loss
of consciousness, oral temperature of 104 degrees or
more, hot skin, nausea, vomiting) call 911 immediately.
Move to a cooler location, immerse in cool water or
place ice packs on the neck and groin areas.
Please be safe and stay cool this summer!!
Seniors with Lt. Governor Kevin Bryant at
indoor ground breaking for PIP Grant

Project Pantry! As many prepare to gather around the table
with friends and family this holiday season, numerous seniors will be alone
and hungry. The Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission strives to
make this lonely and sad time of year a little brighter for this often overlooked, but
significant group.
During the month of December, LCRAC will kick off Project Pantry with a goal to
provide Christmas food bags to over 800 clients receiving Meals on Wheels
services. The community is invited to support this project by donating items that
will be placed in the bags or by organizing a food drive to collect non-perishable
food items.
If you would like to help with Project Pantry, you can donate breakfast bars,
individual packs of raisins, canned chicken and dumplings (20-24 oz. can), peanut
butter crackers, individually packaged instant grits and oatmeal, green beans, corn
or sweet peas. Monetary donations are also welcomed. Please make sure that
all donations made are within the expiration date listed on the item.
Donations must be received by November 3rd to allow time for packing and distributing the bags. Donations
should be dropped off at the Council on Aging Office at 125 Parker Street, Lexington. For additional information,
please call (803) 356-5111 or email dneel@lcrac.com.
Moving for Meals Campaign
Addresses Senior Hunger
Lexington County Recreation and Aging Commission kicked off its
Moving for Meals campaign in July and will conclude this annual
time of giving in October. Each year businesses, individuals,
churches, etc., commit to make a difference for those senior aged
individuals who struggle with insufficient food and nutrition. On
April 22 nd , Tom Church was posthumously recognized for his ongoing
contributions to this campaign to support the Lexington County
Meals on Wheels Program. Mr. Church and his wife, Glinda
gave throughout the year to make a difference for senior individuals,
not only in their community of Gilbert, but throughout the
Lexington County area.
If you would like to make a difference by donating to the Moving
for Meals Campaign and helping to end senior hunger in your
community, please call (803) 356-5111 for details.
.....so no senior goes hungry
Moving for Meals
The Church Family
Platinum Sponsor
Honoring the late Tom Church
Lexington County
Senior
Sports Games
September 18-22, 2017
Join us for a weeklong event of fun,
games, and friendly competition.
Events range from track and field,
shuffle board, basketball, horseshoes,
bocce, billiards, miniature golf and
much more!
Contact us today for registration details,
sponsorship and exhibitor information!
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Discover Learn and Share
Don’t delay, sign up today! For questions on any of
these programs, call Patrick Sippel at (803) 356-
5111. New experiences for older adults offering an
exciting variety of classes, activities, and programs
for exploring new ideas, new skills, and sharing with
friends. Although the program is designed for adults
60 years and over, adults of any age may participate
unless class activity states otherwise.
Zumba Gold with Instructor Janice Shull
Tri-City Leisure Center
Tuesdays Wednesday & Fridays 8am to 9am
Ongoing, 6 week program
Cost $30
Zumba with Ashlyn Oswald
Gilbert-Summit Senior Center
Tuesdays 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Ongoing
Cost: $5 per class
Zumba with Kelly Kemmerlin
Swansea Senior Center
Mondays and Thursdays 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Ongoing
Cost: $5 per class
Chair Yoga with Melissa Crook
Pine Ridge South Congaree Senior Center
Mondays
Ongoing
Cost: $7 per class.
Upper Body Strengthening Class with Instructor
Janice Shull Learn the proper way to work out with
weights and tone muscles…. 2, 3, or 5 lbs weights required.
Tri-City Senior Center
Tuesdays and Fridays at 9am, 6 week program
Ongoing, Cost: $42
Classic Travelers
Come travel with us! Trips are
geared toward seniors but open to
adults of all ages.
For additional information, please call Patrick Sippel
at (803) 356-5111.
Lancaster and Philadelphia, PA
October 1-7, 2017
Sign up today as we get ready to explore the Amish Country
and much more! The trip includes a guided tour of
Lancaster (including the Amish Country), Kitchen Kettle
Village and the musical production “JONAH”. We also will
be exploring a 19 th Century Pennsylvania Dutch Village,
enjoying a show at the American Music Theatre, and exploring
Hershey, PA. Finally, we will climb aboard the
Spirit of Philadelphia to enjoy the sights and enjoy free
time in Philadelphia to explore the Liberty Bell and Independence
Hall.
Total Cost: $669 (double occupancy)
Deposit: $75 due at registration
Biltmore Estate & Asheville, NC
November 14-16, 2017
Enjoy a short getaway to beautiful Ashville, NC nestled
among the Blue Ridge Mountains. We will be visiting the
Biltmore Estate (includes the Biltmore House and Gardens),
the new Antler Village and Winery, a guided tour of
Asheville, and much more!
Total Cost: $315
Deposit: $75 due at registration
SCRPA Beach Retreat
October 16-19, 2017
Get ready for the annual SCRPA Senior Beach Retreat!
Join us as we travel to Myrtle Beach for 3 days of activities,
trips, and fun!
Cost: $362 (double occupancy)
The Ark Encounter & Creation Museum
August 20-24, 2018
Join us as we visit the Ark Encounter & Creation Museum,
Bigger than imagination, the life sized Noah’s Ark Experience
will amaze you. We will also visit the Cincinnati Zoo,
Botanical Garnets, Newport Aquarium and more!
Cost: $550 (double occupancy)
Alaskan Land and Cruise Adventure
May 22-June 1, 2018
Call us for details on our Alaskan Adventure! Included in
the trip: Round Trip Airfare, 4 Day/3 Night Tour including
Hotel Accommodations, Wilderness Express Train ride
from Fairbanks to Denali, Denali National History Tour,
Tour of Gold Dredge 8, 8 Day/7 Night Cruise aboard Royal
Caribbean’s “Radiance of the Seas” (Passports Are Required)
Call for price information
More Classic Travelers Trips Coming in 2018!
Call us today to get the most updated information on our
2018 Alaska, Memphis, and Branson trips at
803-356-5111.
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Meet Our Staff…...
Director......................................Lynda Christson
Assistant Director……………………..…...Mary Beth Callais
Meals Coordinator…………………..…........Anne McCartha
Office Coordinator………….…………...…….June Wilbanks
Fundraising Coordinator…………….…………..Donna Neel
Fundraising Coord. Assistant…………….....Jessica Shaw
Program Coordinator…………….………..….Patrick SippeI
Program Coord. Assistant……………..….…..Doris Yancey
I &R Specialist/Volunteer Coord……........Rebecca Dehay
Case Management Coordinator…….Cherlyn Garrett-Kee
Case Manager……………………………..…...…….Julia Allen
Case Manager……………………………………..Judy Bonifas
Senior Center Facilitator…………….....……….Anne Craft
Homecare Coordinator…………………….......Kim Stamm
Homecare Tech…………………………..…....Bonnie Cooper
Homecare Tech…………………………..…….... .Joann Crout
Homecare Tech…………………………….…Kathy Langford
Homecare Tech…………………………....Luciana Skubinski
Medical Escort Driver………….… Phyllis Hesse/Rick Linto
Later Life Advocate………………………..Karen Sundstrom
Receptionist……………..….Rebecca Poole/Minnie Warren
LCRAC Receives $2500 from …….
Meals on Wheels America
to support Clients
and their Pets
Lexington County Recreation and
Aging Commission (LCRAC) is
proud to announce that it has
received a $2500 grant from
Meals on Wheels America to
fund its client and pet support
program. The grant award can be used to provide food, supplies,
and care for area clients with pets-all of which can be
financially and physically burdensome.
In surveys conducted with Lexington County Meals on
Wheels clients, senior participants had identified pet vaccines
as one of their biggest obstacles in caring for their pets.
The grant award will be used to address this need by providing
166 $15 vouchers to clients to purchase their dog or cat’s
core vaccines. LCRAC is working in tandem with Pet Med
mobile to implement this program.
Looking for …..
Meals on Wheels Volunteers
In The Following Areas:
Batesburg-Leesville, Lexington,
Pine Ridge and Tri-City areas.
If interested in volunteering or would like more
info please call Rebecca Dehay at 356-5111.
“A Sincere Note of “Thanks”
I would like to acknowledge all of our Meals On Wheels
and Senior Center Volunteers by respectfully giving thanks
to each of you in this Classic Times issue. As a group, you
make up the “HEART and SOUL” of this program, and
without your continued participation, we could not
accomplish the goals that we do on a yearly basis. This is
definitely a “TEAM” effort, and we are so grateful to have
each and every one of you! We appreciate what you
bring, individually, to the table. “WHO” you are and
“WHAT” you do MATTERS to us and to all of our seniors
who benefit from the help that you give! As each of us
include ourselves in this cause, we are working together
to continue the effort of creating,
strengthening, and growing something that is
empowering, beautiful, memorable, and unstoppable:
a local community who CARES for each other.
“LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR”…that’s what we’re supposed to
do.
On behalf of LCRAC, we thank you today for your
generous contribution of support, and I personally wish to
thank each of you for the work you do and observing what
“GIVING” truly accomplishes within our treasured
community.
Rebecca W. DeHay, LCRAC Volunteer Coordinator
Lynda Christison, Council on Aging Director, stated,
“Research has shown the impact pets have on seniors in addressing
mood and health. We are pleased to receive this
grant which will assist our clients in keeping their furry
companions healthy.”
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BATESBURG-LEESVILLE SENIOR CENTER
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
241 Highland Avenue * Phone: (803) 532-4536 * Director: Kyle Shealy
Arts & Crafts
July – patriotic crafts
August – summer crafts
September – fall crafts
Our craft projects are fun and
easy!
Education
Adult Education Program
Peggy Camp, Lexington County
School District 3
Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
A wide variety of topics geared for
seniors with guest speakers and
community leaders.
Nutrition Matters with Kyle
Third Thursday of each month
Noon
Informal, interactive sessions
geared to understanding health
benefits of good nutritional habits.
Blood Pressure Screening &
Health Information
Tri-County Home Health
Second Wednesday of each month
10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Keep up with your blood pressure
and also benefit from a wide variety
of health related programs.
Exercise with Kay
Mondays and Fridays
11:00 a.m.-Noon
Work with light weights to
strengthen upper and lower body.
Fitness
Seniorcise
Monday-Wednesday-Friday
11:15 a.m.-Noon
Increase flexibility, muscle
strength, and improve overall coordination
through low-impact
exercise. Lots of music, lots of
fun!
Senior Center Walkers
Daily 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Indoor/Outdoor leisurely walks
On-Going Events
Morning Coffee & Breakfast items
Daily, 9:00 a.m.
Tea Party
Monthly, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
A different tea is featured each
month along with pastries and, of
course, crumpets. Bring your tea
cup and join us! Date is posted on
monthly activity calendar.
Noon lunch
Must be 60 or older. Must make a
reservation no later than Noon a
day in advance. Call center for
more information on becoming a
participant!
Happy Birthday Parties
Birthdays are celebrated monthly
with special treats and surprises.
Games
Monday-Friday
11:00 a.m. –Noon
Bingo, puzzles, word scrambles,
shuffleboard, horseshoes, corn
hole, and more available daily.
Special Events
Senior Sports Games
September 18 – 22,2017
Wonderful sporting event for
those 50 and over. It’s a week of
friendly competition that our athletes
truly enjoy and come back
for year after year. Call for more
information and registration deadline.
Join the fun!
4 th of July Celebration
Monday, July 3
11:00 a.m.-Noon
We’ll sing some patriotic tunes
and enjoy ice cold watermelon and
picnic treats.
Labor Day Celebration
Friday, September 1
10:00a.m.-Noon
Trips (center participants only)
July, Columbiana Mall
August, Farms Market
September, Mystery Trip
Indoor Ground Breaking with
Lt Governor Bryant to celebrate
the new freezer
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GILBERT SUMMIT SENIOR CENTER
8:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m.
409 Broad Street * Phone: (803) 892-5745 * Director: Maxine Caughman
Art & Crafts
Painting with Mardon Collins &
Stella Hendrick
Check our calendar for time
Crafts Edna Keenan,
Mardon Collins & Stella Hendrick
July – 4 th of July crafts
August – End of the summer crafts
September – Labor Day crafts
Education
Adult Education Program
We have computers with internet
service available for seniors 60 and
older. Our hours are M-F 7:00 a.m.
to 2:30 p.m.
Blood Pressure Screening &
Health Information
Tri-County Home Health Care with
Jennifer
3 rd Wednesday of each month at
10:30 a.m.
Keep your blood pressure under
control to maintain a healthy body.
Gain information on different
health issues
Hospice of Tri County
4 th Monday of the Month
Nutrition & Health Program by
Janice Harris
10:00 a.m. -10:30 a.m.
Health Trivia with Meredith Golay
Third Tuesday of the month
11:00 a.m.-Noon
Blood Pressure Check by Doris
Hackley
11:00 a.m.to Noon on the 1st Tuesday
of every month
Nutrition Education Programs
3rd Friday of every month
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Seniorcise with Tony Diaz
Wednesday starting at 10:00 a.m.
Exercise increases flexibility & muscle
strength. Come work out with
our low impact weights and dynebands
Music
Jeffrey Long’s music call for date
Karaoke with Maxine
second Friday of the month
ZUMBA
Every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. in our
gym. Call center for details
Multipurpose Building opens at
7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Five days a week for walking and
exercise by DVD. Seniors 60 and
older come enjoy walking indoors.
On-Going
Lunch
Daily at Noon
Those 60 years and older can come
join us for a nutritional lunch.
Please call a day ahead to reserve
your spot. 803-892-5745
Happy Birthday Celebration
All Participants are recognized with
cake, ice cream & photo
Daily Games
Monday & Thursdays are bingo day
with prizes. Dominos, card games,
word search, shuffleboard, pool
tournaments, corn hole, butter
bean auction and much more.
Check the monthly activity calendar
for dates and time.
Monthly shopping trips.
This time is set for you to buy groceries,
pick up prescriptions, also
personal shopping like
Hamricks, Belks, Walmart, etc. and
anywhere else you may
recommend
Special Events
Beulah church of Gilbert
2 nd Thursday of every month
For fun, fellowship & lunch
First Baptist church in Lexington
2 nd Tuesday in September
Music & lunch
Western Hoe Down
Gilbert-Summit Gym
August 11 th At 10:00 a.m.
Gilbert-Summit Multipurpose
Building offers an after school program
for Primary School, Elementary
and Middle School students
contact Justin Steele at
803-359-4048
St.Stephen’s Lutheran
working on a house for CICL 2017
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Arts & Crafts
July – Beach Follies
August – Summer Windmills
September – Fall Crafts
Education
MSA Home Health & Hospice w/
Janice Harris
Janice visits the 3 rd Monday of the
month 12:30 p.m.
Janice checks BP and has updates on
Medical Information
Homecare Solutions w/Anita
1 st Monday of Month
Enjoy playing Corn Hole with Anita
Pruitt Hospice w/Lesley
4 th Thursday of the month
Come join us as Lesley shares trending
medical information for seniors and
always loves playing Butterbean Auction
with us.
Nutritional Education
These Nutritional Topics are designed
to help seniors understand the benefits
of Good Nutrition.
1 st Thursday of the Month
Fitness
Seniorcise w/Tony
Tuesday 10:30 a.m.– 11:30 a.m.
Classes open to those 60 or older and
Lexington County Residents; Senior
Center Members first priority: Maximum
participants 24. Suggested donations
$1.00 per class
Seniorcise
Monday & Thursday 10:30 a.m.–
11:30 a.m.
Classes are open to those 60 or older
and Lexington County Residents; Senior
Center Members first priority:
Maximum participants 24. Suggested
donations $1.00 per class
LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER
8:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m.
108 Park Road * Phone: (803) 957-7979 * Director: Annie Mack
Fitness Walking
Monday – Friday
Leisure Center Gym opens at 7:00 am.
Ongoing
Social Hour
Daily 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Come
Enjoy coffee and snacks while catching
up on the latest news.
Lunch
Daily at Noon those 60 and older can
take part in our noontime meal. Must
make a reservation by 11:00 a.m.
a day in advance. For more information
please call the Center.
Wood Carving w/Art
10:30 a.m.– 11:30 a.m.
Monday & Wednesday
Bible Study
12:30 p.m.– 1:00p.m.
Every Wednesday
Piano w/Kathy
Kathy plays the piano with our favorite
tunes three or four times a month.
Birthday Celebrations
Birthdays are recognized each month
with cake and ice cream.
Daily Games
Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 2:30p.m.
Come join our serious card players
(Phase 10, Rummy, Kings in the Corner
etc.). Also Play Dominos, Corn
Hole, Trash Ball, Bingo and many
more games to be enjoyed.
Shopping
We take Monthly Shopping Trips. This
gives our Center members a chance to
purchase groceries, pick up prescriptions
and do a little personal
shopping.
Bowling
Our seniors make a trip to the local
Bowling Alley twice a month. We love
competing with each other to see who
is going to be the top bowler.
Special Events
4 th of July Celebration
Monday, July 3rd
We will be celebrating America’s Independence
Day. We will have singing
and ice cold melon along with seed
spitting fun
Labor Day Fun
Friday, September 1st
We will be outside playing horseshoes,
corn hole, bocce ball and croquet.
To top it all off we will be enjoying
snow cones.
Lexington County Senior Sports
Games
September 18 th – 22 nd
Come join us as we compete for the
ribbons. It doesn’t matter whether it’s
gold, silver or bronze. What matters is
the fun we’re having while we’re playing.
Trips
July – Peaches at Watson’s with
homemade ice cream
August – Trip to Columbiana Mall
September – Lexington Museum
See our monthly calendar for exact
dates
(Center Participants Only)
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PELION SENIOR CENTER
8:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m.
210 Pine Street * Phone: (803) 894-4351 * Director: Laura Dowey
Arts & Crafts
Crafts
Cindy Bailey
Third Monday each month,
10:00 a.m.
Education
Nutrition Education
Center Staff
Second Thursday every month
July-Nourish your muscles
August-Nourish your skin
September nourish your joints
Hospice Care of Tri-County
Janice Harris
Second Thursday each month,
noon.
Ruby’s Tips
Second Tuesday each month,
11:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Ways of eating more healthy
Mary Ann’s BP screening
Third Wednesday each month,
11:30 p.m.-noon
Blood Pressure Screening
Nutrition Education
Center Staff
First Thursday each month,
noon
Fitness
Strength Training
Daily, 11:00 a.m.-noon
Work with light weights and Dynabands
to develop strength and
muscle tone.
Seniorcise
Tony Diaz
Thursday, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
For adults 60 and older. Must live
in Lexington County.
Walking
Daily, 9:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
We have a paved lighted walking
track behind the center, each lap is
870 ft. Which means 6 laps
makes a mile. Let’s all get into exercising!
Horseshoes/ Frisbee Golf & Bocci
Monday –Friday,
9:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m.
Grab a partner and go to the beautiful
clearing just behind our center
for some friendly competition. Just
ask a staff member for the horseshoes
or Targets anytime weather
permits. Let’s start practicing; it
soon will be time for the Senior
Sports Games.
Ongoing
Bingo
Shumpert’s IGA
Last Tuesday each month, 9:00a.m.
-11:00a.m.
Refreshments and prizes for our
seniors at Pelion Senior Center.
Cover-all is a Gift Certificate.
Birthday Parties
We recognize all birthdays for that
month with cake and ice cream.
Library
Shirley Sprenne
Last Tuesday of the month
11:30 a.m.
Her staff plans a special program
for our group. .
Lunch Daily
Served daily at noon
Those 60 years and older may join
us for a hot, nutritious meal. Must
make reservation no later than
12:00 noon the previous day.
Puzzles & Games
Join friends to put together a
jigsaw puzzle or for a game of dominoes
in the mornings, or
at 1:00 p.m. in the afternoon for
Canasta or Phase 10, or maybe you
rather play Kornhole, or shoot
pool.
Special events
July-20, Joints
Join in as we have a special guest
speaker Mr.Ben Nyland ’s
August 11, Hoe down at Gilbert.
Grab your cowboy hat and boots.
Dancing, door prizes, fellowship
and lunch.
August 21 Total eclipse party
All trips are for senior center participants
only unless otherwise noted.
Please check our monthly calendar
for dates and time.
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PINE RIDGE—SOUTH CONGAREE SENIOR CENTER
8:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m.
1123 Courtney Drive* Phone: (803) 755-1274 * Director: Beverly Smith
Arts & Crafts
Crafts w/Charlotte
Enjoy making a unique craft each
month
Every 4 th Friday at 8:30 a.m.
Work on Dang-it Doll Program
making dolls for the Soldiers
Leaving from Eagle Aviatio
Education
Hospice Care of Tri- County
With Janice Harris
1 st Thursday, 11:00 a.m.
B/P and Health Talks
Carolina Place Gardens
With Megan Mattox and Brodie Wall
1 st Wednesday, at 10 a.m.
Megan & Brodie update seniors on
Medical Information and plays bingo
with them
Agape Senior Midlands
With David Coffman
2 nd Friday, at 9:30 a.m.
Health Talks and Bing
Tri-County Home Health
With Jennifer Varn
4 th Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.
B/P and Health Talks
Senior Strength Trainers
Monthly Handouts
These Nutritional tips are informative
and useful for a healthier lifestyle
Nutrition Education
Center Staff
Learn how these Nutrition Topics will
help us understand the benefit of
good Nutrition
Fitness
Exercise with Charlotte
Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday
9:30 a.m.
Seniorcise/ Tony
Thursday at 9:45 a.m.
Join the fun by exercising with
dynabands and weights
Blood Pressure Check
1 st Thursday at 11:00 a.m. with Janice
4th Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. with Jennifer
On-Going
Sing-a-long
Every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.
Bible Study
Every Tuesday at 11 a.m.
with Pastors from the Local Area
Churches
Shopping
Shop at new Store around the area
and local malls
South Congaree Pine Ridge Library
3 rd Friday each Month
Enjoy Watching a movie and eating
popcorn and a drink
Social Hour
Mon- Fri 8:30 a.m.- 9:30 a.m.
Come share the latest News and enjoy
coffee and sweets
Birthday Celebration
Every 4th Monday
Celebrate with cake and ice cream
Noon Lunch
Cost: Donation for those 60 years and
older. Reservation must be made no
later than 11 a.m. at least one day in
advance. Call Center for more information.
Fun & Games
Bingo, Horseshoes, Dominoes, Shuffleboard,
Pool, Ping Pong and other
games
Special Events
Stars & Stripes Forever
Friday, July 1
Be sure to wear your, red, white and
blueto show you are Proud to be an
American
Beginning of the School Party with
Adopted Grands
September TBA
Labor Day Celebration
Thursday, September 1
We’ll celebrate Labor Day and the end
of the Summer with ice cream.
Grandparents Day
Friday, September 9
Let’s share pictures of those grandchildren
and cute stories.
Trips
Stars & Stripes Forever
Monday, July 3
Be sure to wear your red, white and
blueTo show you are Proud to be an
American
Labor Day Celebration
Friday, September 1
We’ll celebrated Labor Day and the
end of Summer with Ice
Grandparents Day
Friday, September 8
Cute stories and pictures and history
of Grandparents Day
Senior Sports Games
Monday, September 18-22
A weeklong sports event to be held
throughout Lexington County.
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SWANSEA SENIOR CENTER
8:30 a.m.—2:30 p.m.
197 N. Lawrence Ave.* Phone:(803) 568-4545 * Director: Jessie Mae Green
Arts & Craft
July-Wooden Craft
August-Plastic Canvas Craft
September-Fall Craft
Seasonal Crafts - We will be working
on a variety of crafts
Education
Nutrition Education
Instructor Bill Nyland
MSA Hospice
Educational topics will be discussed
By Janice Harris
Topics:
July-UV Safety Month
August-Cataract Awareness Month
June-Stroke Awareness Month
3 rd Wednesday of every month at
11:00 a.m.
Fitness
Blood Pressure Screening With
MSA Home Health, Jennifer Varn
Keep up with your blood pressure
and also benefit From a wide variety
of health related programs.
Topics:
July-Keeping Cool In The Summer
August-Stress Test
September-Sleep Disorders
3 rd Thursday of the month
All about safety an your well being.
Hospice Care
Educational Topics with
Carol Tindal
Pathway Hospice
Alisha Knight does BP checks
first Wednesday of the month
Blood Pressure Check for seniors
Exercise with Jennifer from
Tri-County
BP Check and Line dance classes
once a month
Seniorcise with Tony Diaz
Monday at 10:30 a.m.
Improve muscle tone and flexibility
with low impact exercise using
hand weights and dyna-bands
Walking
Indoors walking in our newly
remolded gym next door daily
from 8am-1pm
On Going
Fun and Games
Daily Games of dominoes
Every Monday bingo with prizes
Twice a month come join us for a
fun game of bingo on Thursday. Its
good clean fun like you have never
had before. Seniors bring a prize to
be able to play.
Bowling - We look forward to
bowling at least once a month.
Shopping
The seniors are taken out to
Hamricks on special discount days.
Lunch
Monday-Friday at 12:00 noon
Senior’s 60 and older can join the
lunch bunch at the senior center.
You must make a reservation no
later than 10:00 a.m. the day before.
For Information calls the senior
center director at
(803) 568-4545.
Social Hour
8: 30 a.m.- 9:30 a.m.
Morning discussions, over coffee
and snacks.
Visit a Friend
monthly trips to local nursing
homes, or homes of friends no
longer able to attend the center.
Special Events
Western Hoe Down
This will be at Gilbert-Summit
Senior Center Food and dancing in
a wonderful country atmosphere.
Lexington County Senior Sports
Games
September 18-23, 2017
Fun at the
Senior
Appreciation
Day Picnic
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Arts & Crafts
1 st Thursday monthly 10:00 a.m. -11:30 a.m.
4 th Thursday monthly 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Education
Nutrition Education
Instructor: Claire Lawson/ Monthly
Check calendar for day/time
TONY’S TIPS AND BP’S
1 st Friday monthly 10:15 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
Programs by Pharmacist
1 st Tuesday 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. monthly
Walgreens/Yvette VanSeter
2 nd Tuesday 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. monthly
Medicine Mart/Stephanie White and USC students
Blood Pressure Screening
Tri-County Home Health/Jennifer Varn
3 RD Thursday/Monthly 10:00.a.m.-11:00 a.m.
JoAnn Holman, CNA check calendar for date/
time
Walgreens/Yvette VanSeter
1 st Tuesday/Monthly 10:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Nutrition Tip withTony Diaz
1 st Friday Monthly
Live and Learn
Tri-County Hospice/Janice Harris
3 rd Monday each month 10:15 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
Homestead Hospice/Margo Wingard
3 rd Tuesday each month 10:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Colonial Gardens/Marsha Clayman
Sharp Fit Brain
Tuesday, August 22 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Attorney General’s Office/Anna Rushton &
LCRAC/Karen Sundstrom
Scams & Fraud Alerts
Wednesday, July 26 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m/.
Fitness
Seniorcise with Janice Shull, Tony Diaz
Mon, Wed, Fri 11:00 a.m.-11:55 a.m.
An exercise class for Lexington County resident
seniors, age 60 and over, only. Must be preregistered
with a current health history and
doctor approval on file. Class limited to 75
participants.
TRI - CITY SENIOR CENTER
9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
485 Brooks Avenue * Phone: (803) 939-9311 * Director: Peggy Scott
Walking
Walking available on track daily.
Senior Strength Training with Tony Diaz.
Call Tony for information
M-F, 2:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
ON GOING
Birthday Celebrations
Special Treats for your special day
Check monthly calendar for date/time
Games
Bingo w/Bernice
July 11, 8/1, 9/25 check calendar for time
Games Galore
Yahtzee, Uno, Clue, Spill & Spell
July 13 and August 10 check calendar for time
Boggle Challenge w/Bernice & Linda
July 18 and August 16 check calendar for time
Jeopardy w/ Becca Laird
July 27 and August 7 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Wheel of Fortune w/ Linda
July 25 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Mind Games w/ Bernice
August 28 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Cards
Hand & Foot Tuesday’s 1:00.p.m.-3:00.p.m.
Canasta Wednesday’s 1:00.p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Senior Skits
Monthly TBA
State Fair
Fill in forms August 22 and 23
Turn in Items September25 and 26
Bible Study
Mary Ellen Peters/10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Wednesday’s
Will be temporarily cancelled due to possible
surgery & rehab
Book Clubs
Book Nook with Alice Asbill
3 rd Thursday 10:45 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
Friday Afternoon Book Review/Peggy Scott
3 rd Friday monthly 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Musical Programs
Dewey Riggs/Elvis is Alive
10:00am-10:45am August 18
Tri-City Ramblers w/Dewey
10:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
July 19, August 30, September 27
Carol Fleeger Piano & Singalongs
Check calendar for date/time
Shopping
Check calendar for dates/times
Andrea Perry with Educational Programs
Total Solar Eclipse August 21
noon– 12:45 p.m.
Micah Caskey visits
September 15
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m
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Senior Games Practice
Check calendar for date/time
Intergenerational Program
Bake Sale for Pak Kids
July 19 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Tara’s Project
July 21 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Seniors Meet the 5 th and 6 th Graders
July 28 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Candy Bingo w/3 rd Graders
August 9 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m
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Special Events
Jackson’s Southern Buffet
July 21 , 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Solar Eclipse Dog Fest
August 21, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Viewing Total Eclipse
August 21 , 1:36 p.m.
Surprise Day
September 8, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Patriots Day
September 11 , 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Visit local Fire/Police Depts
****Must be a senior center member in order
to participate in these Activities, Special
Events and Seniorcise****
REMINDERS
PAK Program starts at Tri-City
June 5 thru August 16
Local Senior Sport Games
September 18-22
CLOSINGS
July 4, 2017 Celebrate USA
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