Fall 2019 Parks and Recreation Activities Brochure

CLASSES AND DISCUSSIONS A variety of classes and discussions are held in the Shakopee Community Center, unless noted.

TIME TO MOVE – SENIOR REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST You are invited to Benedictine Living Community of Shakopee opening summer 2020. Make this MOVE your last with our continuum of care and options. This will be an information session on the new senior living community. Also, if you are not familiar with the Shakopee Community Center, tours will be offered after the information session. See if you qualify for the Silver Fit program. A light healthy snack and beverages will be provided.

MEET THE MAYOR Take time to meet with Mayor Bill Mars to learn and discuss city items you are interested or curious about. Light snacks will be provided.

Day Dates

Time

Cost

Code

Fri

Sept. 13 9-10 a.m.

Free

CD 913

Registration deadline: Monday, Sept. 9

THINKING ABOUT SELLING YOUR HOME? Learn all about the “ins and outs” of trying to sell your home as a senior in today’s landscape. Senior Real Estate Specialist Al Tachovsky will share the facts and the myths, including a discussion on the so-called “guaranteed offer.”

Day Dates

Time

Cost

Code

Wed Sept. 4

9-10 a.m.

Free

CD 904

Registration deadline: Friday, Aug. 30

Day Dates

Time

Cost

Code

FIT & FABULOUS What if you could change everything? This class is to help you live a healthier and happier life. Whether you want to lose weight, support your immune system, improve your mood or just get healthier, this information can help.

Thurs Sept. 19 1-2 p.m.

Free

CD 919

Registration deadline: Monday, Sept. 16

HELP AT YOUR DOOR Learn how Help at Your Door can make your life easier by helping clients remain active, healthy, and independent. We make this possible for aging Minnesotans by providing a holistic approach that includes access to healthy meals, in- home support and transportation. We offer several options for seniors and people with disabilities including grocery delivery, help with housework (handyman, cleaning, etc.) and a personal ride service. Help at Your Door is a Minnesota Department of Health Services authorized provider and accepts a variety of waivers and SNAP vouchers. MATTER OF BALANCE Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. This award-winning program is designed to reduce the fear of falling, stop the fear of falling cycle and improve activity levels among community- dwelling older adults. This eight-session class emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls, including view falls as controllable, set goals for increasing activity, make changes to reduce fall risks at home and exercise to increase strength and balance. Day Dates Time Cost Code Thurs Oct. 3 12:30-1:30 p.m. Free CD 1003 Registration deadline: Monday, Sept. 30

ACTIVE OLDER ADULTS

Day Dates

Time

Cost

Code

Mon Sept. 9

CD 909

1-2 p.m.

Free

Tues Oct. 8

CD 1008

Registration deadline: Friday prior to each event

WHAT AM I GOING TO DOWITH ALL MY STUFF? Gentle Transitions has been moving thousands of Twin Cities seniors for the past 29 years. Senior Move Specialist and Sorter Jill Freeman will provide tips to help people considering an upcoming move or decluttering for the future. From downsizing, sorting and getting rid of the excess, to packing, unpacking and resettling, you will gain valuable knowledge and a multitude of resources to help you get through the process “gently."

Day

Dates

Time

Cost

Code

Thurs Sept. 12 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Free

CD 912

Registration deadline: Monday, Sept. 9

LUNCH & LEARNWITH POLICE Come enjoy C.O.P.S. - Conversations on Police Subjects. Lunch sponsored by TimWhitcomb, Farmers Insurance, Shakopee. Shakopee High School Resource Officer Community Center, 1255 Fuller St. S. Day Dates Time Cost Code Tues Sept. 17 12:30-1:30 p.m. Free CD 917 Registration deadline: Tuesday, Sept. 10

Day

Dates

Time

Cost

Register

$5 (includes healthy snacks and Matter of Balance reference book)

Call Sharon Bauer at 952- 233-440 or email sharon.bauer@ bhshealth.org

Mon & Wed

Sept. 23- Oct. 16 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Registration deadline: Monday, Sept. 16

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Shakopee Parks & Recreation Department Activities Brochure Spring-Summer 2019