Dateline July-September 2017 | Page 7

Regularly Scheduled Activities Wellness New! Alzheimer’s Caregiver Parkinson’s Care Partner Support Group Support Group with Respite Care If you are caring for or living with someone who has Alzheimer’s you won’t want to miss this opportunity for education and support. Now respite care for your loved one with Alzheimer’s is available at Gladstone so you can attend the support group with out worry. Respite Care is provided by the staff at ComForCare Home Care and the support group facilitator is a licensed social worker. 2nd Thurs 1:00–2:30 pm Note: Call 651-748-7250 to reserve respite care. This group is designed to offer education and support for those who care for people with Parkinson’s Disease. The facilitator is from Park Nicollet Clinic. Foot Care Clinic Tops Weight Loss Group New members are always welcome to join this weekly weight loss group. Join in the fun and learn to shed those stubborn pounds. Mon 2:00–3:00 pm Arts and Crafts Social and Recreational Painting Pals Dominoes NEW! Adult Coloring B-I-N-G-O/ “Golden Oldies” Social Games Come join the “Painting Pals!” Bring your own painting materials to this activity. All mediums welcome. Tues 9:00 am–noon Bring your own crayons, colored pencils or markers. We have some printed sheets to get you started or bring your adult coloring book. Thurs 10:00 am–noon Knitting/Crocheting Group Stitch away - knit, crochet, embroidery, cross stitch... The coffee’s on and the conversation is lively. Bring your own supplies. Wed 9:00–11:30 am Strategy sometimes, luck maybe, fun always! June 13, 27, July 11, 25, Aug 8, 22 Resume every Tues in September. Join in the laughter, fun and prizes! Bingo: Mon/Thurs 10:00–noon Golden Oldies: 1st Thurs 12:30–2:30 pm New! Enjoy a catered lunch before Golden Oldies for just $5. Reservations required 1 week before A comprehensive assessment and treatments are given by a Neighbor to Neighbor Foundation staff nurse. The initial visit is $32 and subsequent visits $25 . Bring a foot soak tub and two clean hand towels. 2nd Wed, by appointment only, call 651-748-7250 Card Games: Hand and Foot Mon 11 am–2 pm, July and Aug Resume Thurs in September ‘500’ Mon/Wed, 12:30–3:00 pm NEW! Pinochle and Cribbage Begins Sept. 8th Pinochle 10:00 am–noon* Cribbage 1:00–3:00 pm* * Day is set but times can change based on participants. Woodcarving, Wood Burning This lively group meets weekly to work on woodcarving/wood burning projects. All levels welcome. Your fellow carvers are always happy to share techniques, tools and encouragement. Tues 1:00–3:00 pm District 622 Community Education • Gladstone 55+ Center • www.isd622.org/seniors • 651-748-7250 7