senior center.pdf - The City of Kingsport
senior center.pdf - The City of Kingsport senior center.pdf - The City of Kingsport
The Fun Begins at 50!The Kingsport Senior Center11/27/2007 1
- Page 2 and 3: The Kingsport Senior CenterWe would
- Page 4 and 5: We ValueWe value advocacy of senior
- Page 6 and 7: Exercise ProgramsTai ChiTai Chi cla
- Page 8 and 9: Exercise ProgramsYogaYoga improvesc
- Page 10 and 11: Exercise ProgramsPickle BallPickle
- Page 12 and 13: Exercise ProgramsVarietyVolley Ball
- Page 14 and 15: Intellectual ProgramsClay and Ceram
- Page 16 and 17: Intellectual ProgramsMusicWe offer
- Page 18 and 19: Intellectual ProgramsWoodshopAn ins
- Page 20 and 21: Social ProgramsDay TripsWe take man
- Page 22 and 23: Social ProgramsDaily ActivitiesThe
- Page 24 and 25: Our Members“I exercise, shoot poo
- Page 26 and 27: Our Members“The Senior Center isa
- Page 28 and 29: Our Members“It‟s inexpensive! I
- Page 30 and 31: Yearly Membership Dues• Kingsport
- Page 32: Thank you for yourtime!Julie Scott1
<strong>The</strong> Fun Begins at 50!<strong>The</strong> <strong>Kingsport</strong> Senior Center11/27/2007 1
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Kingsport</strong> Senior CenterWe would like to invite you to visit <strong>The</strong> <strong>Kingsport</strong> Senior Center11/27/2007 2
Our Mission<strong>The</strong> <strong>Kingsport</strong> Senior Center is acommunity resource dedicated toenriching quality <strong>of</strong> life for area<strong>senior</strong>s.11/27/2007 3
We ValueWe value advocacy <strong>of</strong> <strong>senior</strong>issues, we promote stimulatingeducational opportunities, and weencourage communityinvolvement and volunteerism.11/27/2007 4
We <strong>of</strong>fer many types <strong>of</strong> activities• Exercise programs• Intellectual programs• Social programs• Wellness Programs11/27/2007 5
Exercise ProgramsTai ChiTai Chi classes are<strong>of</strong>fered at the <strong>center</strong>on a weekly basisTai Chi helps relievepain caused fromarthritisTai Chi helpsreduce stress andincrease balancewith gentlemovements andself pacedexerciseRegular exercise reduces the risk <strong>of</strong> heart disease11/27/2007 6
Exercise ProgramsBelly DancingBelly Dance is a form <strong>of</strong> exercisethat allows you to have a lowimpact, entire body workoutBelly Dance lessons are <strong>of</strong>feredweekly at the <strong>center</strong>Regular exercise helps keep bones strong11/27/2007 7
Exercise ProgramsYogaYoga improvescirculation, stimulatesthe abdominal organsand promotes ahealthy nervous system<strong>The</strong> art <strong>of</strong> creating a moreYoga increasesflexibility and agilitydisciplined, stronger mind and bodyExercise is the key to weight management11/27/2007 8
Exercise ProgramsExercise RoomWe <strong>of</strong>fer exerciseequipment that isgeared towardhealthy jointfunction andoverallrehabilitation andwellnessRegular exercise helps prevent injuries11/27/2007 9
Exercise ProgramsPickle BallPickle ball is a fun,challenging sport that<strong>of</strong>fers a wonderful fullbody workoutPickle ball is anexcellent exercise forbeginners and expertsRegular exercise helps prevent and manage diabetes11/27/2007 10
We <strong>of</strong>fer dailyexercise classesExercise ProgramsExercise ClassOur exerciseclasses range fromlight movementclasses to heavyaerobics classesRegular exercise will increasethe quality <strong>of</strong> 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 Ceramics<strong>The</strong> Senior Center <strong>of</strong>fers fourkilns, slab roller, an extruderand two pottery wheelsAn instructor is available inthe clay room to assist memberswith any equipment,questions or concerns<strong>The</strong> mind is a terrible thing to waste11/27/2007 14
Intellectual ProgramsComputer LabWe <strong>of</strong>fer computerclasses tobeginningand advanced <strong>The</strong> lab has 13userscomputers withinternet accessWe also <strong>of</strong>fer Ebayclasses andgenealogy classesIntellectual stimulation builds life experiences11/27/2007 15
Intellectual ProgramsMusicWe <strong>of</strong>fer singinggroups andmusicalinstrumentsgroupsKARAKOE ANDSING ALONGS!Spectators arewelcome!Music revitalizes the mind, body and soul11/27/2007 16
Intellectual ProgramsBilliardsMembers <strong>of</strong> <strong>The</strong> <strong>Kingsport</strong> 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 <strong>of</strong>fer 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 at<strong>The</strong> Senior Center, wetravel to Barter, WolfhartHaus, shopping, artexhibits, monthly „Out toLunch Bunch‟ trips,festivals and many moreexciting attractions11/27/2007 20
Social ProgramsExtended TripsWe <strong>of</strong>fertransportationto and from all<strong>of</strong> our eventsfor only $5!We take cruises, travel to Canada, Myrtle Beach and many moreexciting, interesting destinations11/27/2007 21
Social ProgramsDaily Activities<strong>The</strong> daily activities <strong>of</strong>fered at <strong>The</strong><strong>Kingsport</strong> Senior Center double associal activities for most <strong>of</strong> ourmembersMany <strong>of</strong> 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 <strong>of</strong>the 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 <strong>of</strong> 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. <strong>The</strong> 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“<strong>The</strong> 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 <strong>of</strong> days! I come tothe <strong>center</strong> a couple <strong>of</strong> days a week, I am inthe theater group and I play pool.”- Stan Sanders11/27/2007 27
“I like thecamaraderie atthe Center. <strong>The</strong>exercise facilityis wonderful. Itis almost likehaving a secondfamily”Our Members- Wayne Peters11/27/2007 28
Our Members“It‟s inexpensive! I‟ve met new friends. <strong>The</strong> staff is great!”- Frances Moser11/27/2007 29
KATS<strong>Kingsport</strong> Area Transit System (KATS) willtransport <strong>senior</strong>s that live inside <strong>of</strong> the citylimits at no cost! <strong>The</strong> <strong>Kingsport</strong> Senior Centerwill pay transportation fees to and from the<strong>center</strong>.11/27/2007 30
Yearly Membership Dues• <strong>Kingsport</strong> residents $15.00• Sullivan County residents $35.00• Outside city and county limits $60.0011/27/2007 31
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Kingsport</strong> Senior Center Welcomes YouWe are located in <strong>The</strong> Renaissance Center onCenter Street.Please call our <strong>of</strong>fice with any questions423-392-840011/27/2007 32
Thank you for yourtime!Julie Scott11/27/2007 33