September 2019

National Senior Center month is celebrated every year in the month of September. This time allows us to acknowledge the many wonderful things that take place at our Senior Centers. The theme for this year is “Senior Centers: The Key to Aging Well”. Aging well means different things to different people. For some, aging well means Growing. They want to understand other cultures, meditate, and develop a more spiritual life or practice gratitude daily through journaling. Others see aging well as having time to devote to Learning, whether it is a new language, tap dancing, or taking up pickleball. Others see their most important work as Connecting to family, old friends, and growing new relationships. And some see Giving back at the senior center and within the community as the thing that fosters purpose and a more meaningful life. But most people want to incorporate a little of all the above while they are on their journey to reach their full potential. Senior Centers hold the key to enhancing all these varied experiences that are fundamental to aging well. (NCOA-2019 National

Senior Center Month Program Guide) Our four Senior Centers offer many opportunities to our members to Grow, Learn, Connect, and Give. The hope is for there to be something for everyone to enjoy and take part in. We are thankful for our partnerships with local businesses and universities. These partnerships allow us to provide educational programs, special events and many exercise groups. The involvement of our Center Directors in both planning, coordinating, and teaching programs is very much appreciated. We thank you for being members of Downtown, Linwood, Northeast and Orchard Park Senior Centers. Your membership gains you access to activities at any of the locations, so go try something new! Make sure to look through this month’s Compass for the many activities that are taking place to celebrate you and the Senior Centers. Special thanks to the staff and volunteers at each of our Centers for all they do to assist the Directors and the Centers with day-to-day activities. Stop by and give a big thanks to the ladies making it all happen; Jennifer, Cherise, Carnesha and Diane.

Compass is published monthly by:Senior Services, Inc. Of Wichta • 200 S. Walnut, Wichita, KS 67213

Senior Services, Inc. Of Wichita is not a government organization. We are a not-for-profit charity which relies on several funding sources, including private donations, to operate our programs and senior centers:

Information/Assistance on Aging Roving Pantry267-0122, ext. 201 267-4378Meals on Wheels All Agency 267-0122 267-0302Senior Employment Program267-1771

Mission:Senior Services, Inc. Of Wichita is dedicated to delivering services that allow older adults the opportunity to lead quality lives while continuing to make positive contributions to the community.

Experience Senior Expo - September 26th from 9am - 3pm Central Plains Area Agency on Aging’s Senior Expo - is coming soon. Grab a friend and plan to spend the day at Senior Expo! There you will find valuable information, access to health screenings, new opportunities including volunteer and travel and local sales that interest adults 55+. Join us at the 34th annual Senior Expo and experience it for yourself on September 26th, 9am-3pm in Wichita, KS. Visit three of Wichita’s fantastic locations: Botanica, The Wichita Gardens; The Advanced Learning Library; and The Wichita Art Museum and experience a fun and educational day at Senior Expo. Entrance to Senior Expo and admission to all three locations is complimentary to anyone age 55 and older and to caregivers of all ages! Visit over 120 local and

national vendors. Enjoy the Casino Nights fashion show, interactive booths, free Park and Ride transportation between all locations and a delicious lunch at each site for $7.00. For more information visit www.cpaaa.org.Highlights of Senior Expo

Health ScreeningsInteractive BoothsMini Live and Learn WorkshopsMusic and DJPhoto Booth and much more...

Fun Activities:• Donuts and Refreshments in the am• “Casino Nights” 2019 Fashion Show at the Lotus Hall at Botanica (1 pm)• Entertaining booths - Photo booth and Family Feud Game Show • Local vendors providing unique gifts and other items for sale • Health screenings and tips

YOU ARE INVITED TO ATTEND: The 51st Annual Meeting- 3:00pm Tuesday, September 17, 2019

• 200 S. Walnut • GUEST SPEAKER: KWCH News Anchor Micheal Schwanke• No charge • open to the public • no RSVP needed• Reception with appetizers & beverages immediately following

Senior Employment is looking for jobseekers age 55 and over for their job fair on Tuesday, September 17th from 9am to 11am at the Downtown Senior Center, located at 200 S. Walnut. All potential job fair attendees must pre-register in advance at the Senior Employment Office at 200 S. Walnut by September 13th, 2019 in order to attend the September job fair. The Senior Employment program offers quality job leads with 35+ years of job placement experience. There’s a weekly job club, along with annual job fairs, interview strategies, volunteer opportunities, computer training and networking opportunities available.

Senior Employment Job Fair September 17, 2019

Walktober is a free, community-wide physical activity initiative, encouraging you to engage in the recommended 30 minutes of activity five or more days a week. Walking is a perfect way to meet that goal!What do you need to do to participate?1. Register at www.hwcwichita.org 2. Record your physical activity on the calendar card that can be downloaded from the website, or on the Active ICT app. Any physical activity counts - walking, swimming, biking, etc. Count in minutes, steps, miles - whatever is most convenient for you.3. Be inspired by the weekly newsletter.4. Report your Walktober participation at the end of the month with the link that will be provided and be entered to win health related incentives.

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Downtown Senior Center Make sure to stop by the office for an AT A GLANCE calendar for September. We have so many activities and special events, I don’t want you to miss them. September is a great month - Fall is coming, cooler weather and leaves changing. As always be sure to stop by the office or call 267-0197 to register for events. - Jennifer

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Downtown Senior Center • 200 S Walnut, Wichita, KS 67213 • (316)267-0197Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Director: Jennifer Fox • jenniferf@seniorservicesofwichita.orgRegistration Required for ALL Center Activities • Membership: $25 per year

Ongoing ActivitiesMonday8:00 am Billiards8:00 am Fitness Equipment8:00 am Pickleball 10:00 am Wanda’s Exercise Class: $10/mo10:00 am Prairie Moon Book Club: 1st Mon11:00 am WSU Well Rep Exercise Class Late August/Early September Students Return1:00 pm Grand Slam Bridge1:00 pm Senior Employment Orientation 1:00 pm Pitch1:00 pm Pickleball 6:30 pm KS Ringleaders (3rd Monday)6:30 pm Recovery Group 7:00 pm Monday Night Round Dance7:00 pm Wichita Hi Leaders (2nd & 4th Monday)

Tuesday8:00 am Billiards8:00 am Fitness Equipment9:00 am Senior Employment Job Club10:00 am Self Defense Class11:00 am Balance & Cardio Dance Class11:00 am Dining in Delano(2nd Tuesday) Cheddars,535 Ridge Rd:Sep 1012:30 pm Dominoes: Mexican Train 1:00 pm Mahjong 2:00 pm Bible Study 7:00 pm Sunflower Woodworker Guild (4th Tuesday)

Wednesday8:00 am Billiards8:00 am Fitness Equipment8:00 am Pickleball 9:00 am Advanced Spanish: $5/class10:00 am Wanda’s Exercise Class: $10/mo11:00 am WSU Well Rep Exercise Class

12:30 pm Intermediate Spanish: $5/class12:30 pm Billiards Tournament 1:00 pm Pickleball1:30 pm Senior Legal Advisor: 2nd Wed2:00 pm Wichita Area Senior Author’s Critique Group(4th Wed): Sep 25

Thursday8:00 am Billiards8:00 am Fitness Equipment8am-12pm Pickleball (besides the last Thurs)9:00 am Foster Grandparents - Last Thursday9:30 am Flying Saucers Porcelain Painting Club (1st Thursday) – September 510:00 am Advisory Council (2nd Thurs) - September 122:00 pm Senior Financial Advisor- 3rd Thursday - September 192:00 pm Writing Craft (1st Thurs) Sep 5

Friday8:00 am Billiards8:00 am Fitness Equipment8:00 am Competitive Pickleball 10:00 am Nat’l Active/Retired Federal Employees - 3rd Friday of Even month10:00 am Rock Painting 10:00 am Wanda’s Exercise Class: $10/mo11:00 am WSU Well Rep Exercise Class12:30 pm Party Bridge 1:00 pm S.E.C.A. (1st Friday)- Seniors Exploring the Cultural Arts – September 61:00 pm Pickleball1:30 pm Hand and Foot Cards (2nd, 4th, 5th Friday)

Downtown Senior CenterMonthly Activities

Thursday September 5th, 9:00amFlying Saucers

Friday September 6th, 1:00pm - SECA (Seniors Exploring the Cultural Arts)

Monday September 9th, 10:00amPrairie Moon Book Club: Heartland by Sarah Smarsh

Thursday September 12th, 10:00amAdvisory Council Meeting

Tuesday September 24th, 7:00pmSunflower Woodworking Guild

Wednesday September 25th, 2:00pmWichita Area Senior Author’s Critique Group

Thursday September 26th, 9:00am NO FOSTERGRANDPARENTS MEETING

NO AFTERNOON PICKLEBALL SEPTEMBER 20TH

Future Class: AARP Safe Driver Course: Please call to register there is limited seating Oct. 1st at Noon

Future Class: Diabetes 6-Week class starting Oct. 3rd will be Thursdays at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Future Event: Old Time Folk Sing Along: Oct. 10th at 1:00pm

Future Class: Lunch and Learn: Hearing Loss Oct. 17th at 12:30pm

Future Event: Health Expo: be on the lookout in October

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Downtown Senior Center New/ Special Events

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Heartland 5KRun/Walk

Walk With Us At The Heartland 5K Run/ 1 Mile Walk

Have you signed up to walk/run with us?

The Heartland 5K/1 Mile Walk will be held on Sunday, September

8th on Grandparents Day.

This is a fundraiser to support the senior centers and will be a great way to start a new tradition with family, friends and grandchildren.

If you are a member of the centers, you get a lower fee in registering. Remember this is a

GREAT way to support your center. If you are interested,

please talk to Jennifer. There’s still time to sign up!

We will be visiting the Martin & Osa Johnson Safari Museum followed by a

lunch, then head to the Safari Zoological Park. Estimated prices are

$95/members and $105/non-members. Deadline to pay is September 5th. No

deposit, full amount. No refunds, unless your seat is filled by someone

taking your place.

Future Day Trip: Wild & Wilder Safari - October 10

Join us as Dining in Delano is back! Have lunch with us on Tuesday September 10th at 11:00am at Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen located on 535 S Ridge Road, Wichita, KS 67209

Dining In Delano Is Back

Grab a friend and plan to spend the day at Senior Expo! There you will find valuable information, access to health screenings, new opportunities including volunteer and travel and local sales that interest adults 55+. Join us on September 26th, 9am-3pm in Wichita, KS. Visit three of Wichita’s fantasticlocations: Botanica, the Advanced Learning Library and The Wichita Art Museum. Entrance to Senior Expo Admission to all three locations is complimentary to anyone age 55 and older and to caregivers of all ages! Visit over 120 local and national vendors. Enjoy the Casino Nights fashion show, interactive booths, free Park and Ride transportation between all locations and a delicious lunch at each site for $7.00. For more information visit www.cpaaa.org.

Senior Expo: September 269am to 3pm

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Downtown Senior Center Educational OpportunitiesSeptember 2019

Thursday September 5th @ 1:00pm It’s in the Air: Problem with Pollen?

Natural GrocersWave goodbye to your problems with pollen by learning what nutrients and

foods help support a balanced immune response to airborne irritants.

Thursday September 5th @ 2:00pmFocus on Third Anthology

Writer’s Craft

Wednesday September 11th @ 1:00pmImmunizations recommendations for

Diabetics Sam’s Pharmacy West Kellogg

Free Blood Glucose and Hearing Screenings

Wednesday September 11th @ 1:30pmEstate Planning: Wills

Legal Advisor Andrew Rowe, P.A

Thursday September 12th @ 1:00pmCoping with Loss

Serenity Home Health There are many types of loss – come learn about different strategies and techniques to help cope with loss

Thursday September 19th, 2:00pmFinancial Advisor-TBD

Stan Webb

Tuesday September 24th, 1:00pmBINGO

Cancer Gene TestingInformation session to learn about the different types of Genetic Testing for

Cancer.

Thursday September 26th, 9:00am – 3:00pm

Senior Expo 3 Locations with a variety of

information. Pick up a flyer at the center

Tuesday September 17th, 9:00am – 11:00am

Job Fair MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED WITH

SENIOR EMPLOYMENT

Tuesday September 17th, 3:00pm Senior Services of Wichita

Annual MeetingCome meet and mingle with the

staff of Senior Services of Wichita. OPEN TO MEMBERS

Wednesday September 18th, 1:00pm DIY: Tie Dye Party

Bring your own white clothing/fabric items – shirts/socks/bags etc.

We will be tie dying with Sharpie Markers – please wear old clothes or have an apron so we don’t ruin any

clothes with the dying process.

Thursday September 19th, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

BINGO - 4 CENTER EVENT Come try your hand at winning

some great prizes

Friday September 20th, 9:00amCasino Trip to Ponca City Pre-Registration Required

Friday September 20th, 1:00pm – 3:00pm WSU Health Fair

Come help the students practice and prepare for after graduation

FREE SCREENINGS

Senior Center Week: September 16 - September 20

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Linwood Senior Center Our theme for National Senior Center Month is” The Key to Aging Well.” That is our goal at Linwood. We all want to age well, and you can when you look at several categories of your life. Body, mind and spirit are the “keys” and are important in everyone’s’ life. At Linwood we have many exercise classes to promote a healthy body, from Stretching & Dynabands, to Arthritis Exercise, and Line Dancing (you will have so much fun at Line Dance, that you won’t realize you are exercising!) In regard to keeping your mind busy, we have educational classes that teach you many things like how to live well, healthy cooking classes, and memory exercises to help you live your life in wellness. We also have programs and people that promote positive living, from encouragement classes to Bible classes and gratefulness classes. So don’t forget to put the “right keys” in the door for aging well. This month we have some great programs from a seminar called “Coffee & Caregiving” for caregivers in the “thick” of it. We also have 9x13 Day! And we will even celebrate National Cheeseburger Day and celebrate National Senior Center day with a 4-Center Bingo Game with great prizes at the Downtown Senior Ctr! And finally, to top it all off, we have Senior Expo on the 26th! Whew, now to inspire you, the following quotes: “When you are dissatisfied and think you would like to go back to youth, think of ALGEBRA” ~ Will Rogers. And remember this when exercising… “No matter how slow you go, you are still lapping everyone on the couch,..” Grab your keys (& Compass newsletter) to AGE WELL. ~Cherise

Ongoing Activities

Linwood Senior Center • 1901 S. Kansas, Wichita, KS 67211 • (316)263-3703Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Director: Cherise Langenberg • CheriseL@seniorservicesofwichita.org

Registration Required for ALL Center Activities • Membership: $25 per year

Monday9:00 Stretching9:30 Dynabands10:00 Bible Study (First Monday)10:00 Early AM Bookclub (Second Monday)11:30 Friendship LunchTuesday9am-3pm Michelle’s Foot Care9:00 Brain Games9-11 Pickleball9:30 Fit & Balance10:30 BINGO11:30 Friendship Lunch1:00 Dime Bingo!2:00 Writing Craft (First Tuesday)

Wednesday9:00 Arthritis Exercise11:30 Friendship Lunch1:00 Pinochle with Friends1:00 Beginning Belly DancingThursday9:00 Tai Chi Video9-11 Pickleball10 Self-Defense Class10-12 Scrapbooking (Third Thursday)11:30 Friendship Lunch1:00 Pinochle with Friends1:30 Beginning Line Dance2:30 Advanced Line Dance

Friday9:00 Stronger Seniors10:15 Presentations10:30 (1st Friday) T&S Pressure Check11:30 Friendship Lunch12:00 13 PT Pitch for Fun1:00- 3:00 Dominoes3:00 SECA (First Friday)

Daily/Anytime: WalkingMonthly

10:00 Advisory Council the fourth Wednesday of the

month10:30 Birthday Party the

third Wednesday of the month.

Linwood Senior Center - You’re Cordially InvitedMovie TimeWe will continue to watch the TRAIL OF TEARS DOCUMENTARY & VOICES OF THE LAND on the following days, September 4, & 5 & 11th from 10am to noon. *Please note we will NOT start from the beginning, as we have watched some of the documentary prior*

Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at 11:00am. Meet us at Braums on 444 E Pawnee, bring some $ and we can “CELEBRATE” the CHEESBURGER TOGETHER.

National Cheeseburger Day

On Friday, Sept 13, 12:30 to 2pm We are celebrating the pan! Bring something good to eat (casserole, dessert, salad, etc.) you make in your 9x13 pan! No need to tell us what. But you must RSVP by 9/11.

National 9 x 13 Day (Potluck)

Sponsored by the Sedgwick Co Dept on Aging on September 26, 2019 from 9am – 3pm. There are GREAT RESOURCES for you. It will be at Botanica, the Wichita Art Museum & the Advanced Learning Library. Don’t forget to stop by the Senior Services Booth. Plan on staying all day.

Get Out To Senior Expo

Please Note: Holiday Closing on Monday, September 2nd. Linwood

will be closed in Observance of the Labor Day Holiday.

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Linwood Senior Center Educational OpportunitiesSeptember

All events are on Fridays at 10:15am unless otherwise * noted. Please make

sure your membership is current otherwise there is a $2 fee. Please be

faithful in payment. Call 263-3703 THANK YOU!

Friday, September 6, 2019Immune Support – Go Into the Fall With

ConfidenceAubrey Verecke, National Grocers

**Thursday, September 12, 2019, 9:30 to 11:30am

Care Giving & Coffee Seminar – Find out all the forms and information you need as you provide care for your family and

friends**Special Gift for those who RSVP. Snacks provided

Jennifer Campbell, Via Christi Hope/Ascension Senior Living

Friday, September 13, 2019Durable Power of Attorney

Theresa Hatfield, Sedgwick County Extension Office

**Monday, September 16, from 1-2pmEat Smart Move More Cooking SeriesTopic – Choosing to Move Throughout

the DayShirley Lewis, Sedgwick County

Extension Office

Friday, September 20, 2019Fun Brain Exercises, Games & Riddles

Fun Instigator, Cherise Langenberg

****Monday, September 30, 2019 from 1-2pm

Too Close for Comfort – Living With Your Children, an Honest Discussion

Kara Tipton, Home Instead

Still Seats Available. Headed to Osa Martin Museum in Chanute, Opies Bar & Grill for lunch and the Zoological Park in Caney Ks. Cost is $95 for members, call Cherise for more info!

Save The Date: Wild & Wilder Safari - October 10th

Special Event - Walk With LinwoodWe are having the Heartland 5K/1 Mile on Sunday, September 8. It is a fundraiser to support the senior centers. We want to have a “TEAM” of walkers to represent the LINWOOD SENIOR CENTER. If you are a member of the centers, you get a lower fee in registering. Remember this is a GREAT way to support your center. Those that register from LW will get a special gift from Cherise.Craft Time with Kay & Pat is on hiatus

due to classes happening at the center. They will be back in October.

Grief Support GroupChaplain Greg Schmidt from Heart and Soul Hospice. If you have lost a friend or loved one, this may be a helpful group for you. Chaplain Greg Schmidt leads the group. September 16, from 2-3pm. Call 263-3703 to confirm.

Linwood SECASENIORS EXPLORING THE CULTURALARTS will meet on Friday, September 6 at 3pm. Meet new friends, have fun!

On Friday, September 27th at 1:45pm.Transportation provided for the first 12 people to sign up 263-3703! Party happenings are BINGO, Music Food & Fun ~Oktoberfest Style~

Sedgwick Plaza Spotlighting Linwood Senior Center This Month

Join our fireside chat with Brandon Johnson, City Council Rep for District One, from 2 - 4pm on September 23, 2019.

Fireside Chat With Brandon Johnson, City Council Rep

At the Downtown Senior Center; Thursday, September, 19 from 2-4pm. Win prizes, have snacks to celebrate National Senior Center Month!

Four Center Bing-O!

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Linwood Senior CenterLate Morning Bookclub (Note Time Change): September 9 at 10amWe will be discussing the book “I Married Adventure” by Osa Martin (this is a great read for those going on the Wild & Wilder Trip in October).KICK OFF PARTY for the BIG READ is September 28 from 2 - 4pm at the Advanced Learning Library. We will be participating in the Big Read in October by discussing the book “Lab Girl” by Hope Jahren. We have a few copies we can pass around to the book club members, or you may be able to get a copy at the KICK OFF PARTY! Discussion will be on October 14, at 10am at Linwood. JOIN US.

Linda BennettHenry BlaséBonnie BrownJames BrownFrances CamposMaudyne ClineJerry Cochran Bonnie CreekmoreRobert DelkConnie FletcherDeborah GattenbySara HittleGayle HodgesLola JacksonJon JenkinsJames KerschenMarilyn Loux-Brumley

Janet LivelyMargaret MarshallRobert McAuleyPamela MingauwMilea MolinaJoan MorrisonPhyllis NeiceJan NomerDale RauschDon RoeRita RoetsC.J. SaboeCarol SawyerWill ShoresJanice TindallRuthie Van DykeTravene Ware

Writing Craft: September 10, 2-4pmProgram: WC 9 Focus On Third AnthologyExercise Words: gondola – monkey – sun – man - watchPrompt: Finish the thought: There was a strange wailing sound coming from the next room.Sept - 25 – DSC Critique Group 4th Wed from 2-4pm at Downtown Sr Ctr **This is a great class to help you in the process of writing. Get feedback and instruction. Please call Starla Criser, our author at 393-8195 for moreinformation. *If you want to submit writing for the 3rd Anthology, by the 15th of September, there are some guidelines, please call 263-3703 for more information.

Come into Linwood daily & find our hidden “Key” (to aging well)

AND THEN REGISTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A NEW COMFORTER & BEDSHEET SET THAT OUR “Angel” Benefactor purchased for us. NOTE: DRAWING WILL OCCUR ON Friday, September 27 at 1:30pm. Also, if you can find and circle how many times the word “Linwood” appears in the September Compass, & bring in your newsletter for review, we will give you 20 extra chances to put your name in the drawing jar!

There will be no Bible Study Class due to Holiday.

DO YOU LIKE COMPUTERS & TAXES? IF so, AARP TAX AIDE is looking for VOLUNTEERS! We are looking for compassionate and friendly people to join our tax preparation this tax season. You can make a big difference in someone’s life. We’ll show you how! Find out more at the Tax-Aide New Volunteer Orientation, September 24 from 10am to noon. Third floor Conference Room of the Ronald ReaganBuilding 271 W. 3rd St., Wichita For more info, send an e-mail to kstaxhelp@gmail.com

AARP Tax Aide

Drawing & Watercolor ClassesTuesdays, September 17 and the 24th from 3 - 4:30pm. Joan Morrison will be leading the class. Call for more info.

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Northeast Senior Center

Ongoing Activities

Northeast Senior Center • 2121 E. 21st St, Wichita, KS 67214 • (316)269-4444Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Director: Carnesha Tucker • CarneshaT@seniorservicesofwichita.orgRegistration Required for ALL Center Activities • Membership: $25 per year

Monday9:30 WSU Exercise10:30 Advisory Council (Every 2nd Monday)11:30 API - Friendship Meals2:30 Computer Class

Tuesday9:30 Keep It Moving (Exercise)10:30 Bingo11:30 API - Friendship Meals12:00 Conversation Spanish

Wednesday9:30 WSU Exercise 10:30 Computer Class

11:30 API - Friendship Meals1:00 Line Dance (2nd & 4th Wednesday)

Thursday10:00 Quilters’ Treasures10:30 Jewelry Class11:30 API - Friendship Meals12:00 Bible Study1:00 Card Games (Bid Whist & Spades)

Friday9:30 WSU Exercise11:30 API - Friendship Meals1:00 Bridge

Hello Everyone…Happy National Senior Center Month & Grandparents Day (September 8th)!!! National Senior Center Month is celebrated every year in September. This is an opportunity to showcase our centers and all the great programs, activities, and services that we offer. It is also a great time to promote a positive image of aging, and show how important the senior centers are in the community. The 2019 theme is: “Senior Centers: The Key to Aging Well!” The National Council on Aging shares this can be done through Growing, Learning, Connecting and Giving. This month we have a lot of great social activities planned; which fits The Key to Aging Well perfectly. I think one key to aging well is Socialization. Did you know that ongoing social interaction helps keep seniors mentally, physically, and emotionally fit? It reduces stress, increases lifespan, and reduces the risk of depression caused by isolation and loneliness. Being social also reduces levels of anxiety, and it helps seniors maintain their self-esteem and sense of worth. Source: (www.actsretirement.org). The social activities that are going on this month are: Heartland Games – Heartland 5K Run/Walk (Sept. 8th), 4 Center Bingo (Sept. 19th), Casino Trip (Sept. 20th), and Senior Expo (Sept. 26th)…Hope to see you out being social this month…as always, Be Encouraged!!! Carnesha Tucker, Center Director

Northeast Senior CenterMonthly Events

No SEPTEMBER Advisory Council

Foot Care by Michelle SteinkeFirst Wednesday of each month by appointment. Michelle does nail trimming, corns, calluses, and foot massages. Please call 946-0722 (Leave a message)

Finding Comfort Support GroupThis group will meet every 3rd Wednesday each month at 10:30am. This group will be encouraged by a bereavement Social Worker, courtesy of Harry Hynes Hospice.

Second Tuesday of each month at 11:15am. Courtesy of Heart & Soul Hospice

Blood Pressure Checks

Please Note: Holiday Closing on Monday, September 2nd. The Northeast Senior Center will

be closed in Observance of the Labor Day Holiday.

Food For ThoughtYour energy is contagious. Either you

affect people or you infect people.

“Heartland 5K Run/Walk” Sunday, September 8th 1 mile Family Fun Walk at 8:30am/5K at 9am. This is a fundraiser event all ages are welcome.

Heartland Games 5K Run/1 Mile Walk: Sunday, September 8

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Northeast Senior Center Educational OpportunitiesOctober

Thursday, October 3rd @ 11:45am2019 Medicare Updates

CPAAA

Friday, October 4th @ 11:45amPain Awareness & Management

Angels Care Home Health

Thursday, October 17th @ 11:45amDepression & Mental Health for the

HolidaysMindy Harris – Lakepoint

Friday, October 18th @ 11:45amSuperfoods: Extraordinary CranberrySara Keraly – Natural Grocers (West)

SeptemberThursday, September 5th @ 11:45Superfoods: Cruciferous Cuisine

Sara Keraly – Natural Grocers (West)

Friday, September 6th @ 11:45amAlzheimer’s & Dementia

Angels Care Home Health

Thursday, September 12th @ 11:45amThe Talk of a Lifetime & How Do You

Want To Be RememberedKaren Johnson – Downing & Lahey

Friday, September 13th @ 11:45amSavvy Saving Seniors: Steps to

Avoiding Scams: A chat about scams and protecting

your identityCPAAA

Thursday, September 19th @ 11:45amPain Management & Symptom Control

Serenity Hospice Care

Friday, September 20th @ 11:45amSuperfoods: Apple Cider VinegarAubrey Vereecke – Natural Grocers

(East)

Thursday, September 26th @ 11:45amSuperfoods: Eggs – Beyond BreakfastSara Keraly – Natural Grocers (West)

Friday, September 27th @ 11:45amFall Prevention

Mindy Harris – Lakepoint

Thursday, September 26th from 9am-3pm. Locations: Botanica, Wichita Public Library and The Wichita Art Museum

Upcoming Events4 Center Bingo: September 19Thursday, September 19th from 2pm-4pm. Location: Downtown Senior Center (200 S. Walnut). No cost to play. Please RSVP at your center.

4 Center Casino Trip To Osage Casino in Ponca City: Friday, September 20The bus will leave from Walmart (Kellogg and Dugan Rd) at 9amYou must pay in advance to attend.

Senior Expo: September 26

Friday, September 27th, at 11:45amThis is a celebration for July -September birthdays. All members are welcome to attend.

July - September Birthday Celebration: September 27

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Orchard Park Senior CenterGreetings Everyone!!! September is National Senior Center Month, the theme for 2019 is Senior Centers: The Key to Aging Well! I would like to share some information about Aging Well. Coping with change is difficult, no matter how old you are. The particular challenge for older adults is the sheer number of changes and transitions that start to occur—including children moving away, the loss of parents, friends, and other loved ones, changes to or the end of your career, declining health and even loss of independence. It’s natural to feel those losses. But if the sense of loss is balanced with positive ingredients, you have a formula for staying healthy as you age. Healthy aging means continually reinventing yourself as you pass through landmark ages such as 60, 70, 80 and beyond. It means finding new things you enjoy, learning to adapt to change, staying physically and socially active, and feeling connected to your community and loved ones. Unfortunately, for many of us, aging brings anxiety and fear. How will I take care of myself late in life? What if I lose my spouse? What is going to happen to my mind? However, many of these fears often stem from popular misconceptions about aging. The truth is that you are stronger and more resilient than you may realize. These tips can help you maintain your physical and emotional health, whatever your age or circumstances. Myths about healthy aging:

• Aging means declining health and/or disability. Fact: There are some diseases that become more common as we age. However, getting older does not automatically mean poor health.

Ongoing Activities

Orchard Park Senior Center • 4808 W. 9th, Wichita, KS 67212 • (316)942-2293Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Director: Diane Nutt • DianeN@seniorservicesofwichita.org

Registration Required for ALL Center Activities • Membership: $25 per year

Mondays:8 & 9 am Co-ed Low Impact Aerobics9:15 am T.O.P.S. (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly)9:00 am Pickleball (Monday Mornings Suspended until September 9)10:00 am Wii Bowling10:30 am WSU Well Rep Exercise Class12:00 pm Open Pool Tables 12:30 pm Mexican Train Dominoes

Tuesdays:8:15 am Ease into Fitness9:00 am Moving and Grooving 10:00 am Wii Bowling12:00 pm Duplicate Bridge 12:00 pm Open Pool Tables

Wednesdays:8 & 9 am Co-ed Low Impact Aerobics10:30 am Computer Lab10:30 am Bingo for Groceries

12:00 pm Open Pool Tables 12:30 pm Party Contract Bridge

Thursdays:8:15 am Ease into Fitness9:00 am Crocheting with June9:00 am Moving & Grooving Senior Aerobics10:00 am Canasta11:00 am Spades 12:00 pm Open Pool Tables12:30 pm Spades 212:30 pm Mexican Train Dominoes1:00 pm Pickleball 2:00 pm Drawing Class

Fridays:8 & 9 am Co-ed Low Impact Aerobics10:00 am Wii Bowling10:30 am WSU Well Rep Exercise Class12:00 pm Open Pool Tables12:30 pm Painting Class

Orchard Park Monthly Activities

Monday – September 16, 11:15 a.m.

Tuesday, September 10, 11:30 a.m.Town & Country, 4702 W Kellogg Drive

Tuesday, September 24, 9:00 a.m.Huddle House, 1735 W 21st St N

First Wednesday of the month – September 4, 8:30 – 10:15 a.m. Courtesy of Sandpiper Bay Healthcare & Rehabilitation

Blood Pressure ChecksAdvisory Council Meeting

Friday, September 27, 11:15 a.m. Birthday Celebration

Lunch Out

Breakfast Out

On Wednesday, September 21. Please call 946-0722 for appointment. Michelle does nail trimming, corns, calluses and foot massages.

Foot Care By Michelle Steinke

Please Note Center Hours & Holiday ClosingThe Senior Center is open Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. We are not open on weekends and holidays.

Orchard Park Senior Center will be closed Monday, September 2, in observance of Labor Day.

For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com Senior Services Inc. of Wichita, Wichita, KS E 4C 02-0994

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Orchard Park Senior Center

SeptemberSeptember 6 @ 11:15 a.m.

Weatherization Program – What is it and How Do you Qualify

Erynne Farney – SCKEDD

September 9 @ 11:15 a.m.CPAAA and Other Resources in the

CommunityCPAAA

September 13 @ 11:15 a.m.Ten Mistakes to Avoid in Funeral Planning & A Talk of A Lifetime

Karen Johnston – Downing & Lahey

September 16 @ 11:15 a.m.Cognitive Decline

Natalie Merten – Life Care of Wichita

September 20 @ 11:15 a.m.Bone Health

Sara Keraly – Natural Grocers

September 23 @ 11:15 a.m.How to Manage Your Meds Easily

Mary Beth Steiner – Golden Plains Pharmacy

September 27 @ 11:15 a.m.Answering the Call

Kara Tipton – Home Instead Senior Care

September 30 @ 11:15 a.m.Alzheimer’s & Dementia

Angels Care Home Health

Educational Opportunities

OctoberOctober 4 @ 11:15 a.m.

Hearing Loss and the Connection to Dementia

Hearing Life

October 7 @ 11:15 a.m.Medicare and Open Enrollment

CPAAA

October 11 @ 11:15 a.m.Cardiac Issues

Sondee McVey – Amedisys Hospice

October 14 @ 11:15 a.m.Massage Therapy & Demonstration

Bohemia Healing Spa

October 18 @ 11:15 a.m.Too Close for Comfort

Kara Tipton – Home Instead Senior Care

October 21 @ 11:15 a.m.How to Manage Your Blood Pressure

Phoenix Hospice

October 25 @ 11:15 a.m.Mental Health & Depression

Lakepoint

October 28 @ 11:15 a.m.Pain Awareness & Management

Angels Care Home Health

Special Events

Sunday, September 8th 8:30 a.m. 1 mile Family Fun Walk, 9:00 a.m. 5K Run/Walk, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pancake Feed, all starting at the Downtown Senior Center.

Heartland 5K Run/Walk

September 16th thru the 19th, pick up a copy of the newsletter puzzle “The Key to Aging Well” do the puzzle, and come by the office and spin the wheel for a prize.

September 19th Bingo with snacks and prizes, and visit vendors, Downtown Senior Center, 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Please RSVP at your center for this event.

September 20th Casino Trip (Osage Casino, Ponca City, Oklahoma)

September 26th, Senior Expo, 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Visit 3 locations, Wichita Public Library, Botanica, and Wichita Art Museum

National Senior Center Month:(come & enjoy the celebrations)

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Orchard Park Senior CenterDirector’s Notes (Continued)

• Memory loss is an inevitable part of aging. Fact: As you age, you may eventually notice you don’t remember things as easily as in the past, or memories may start to take a little longer to retrieve. However, significant memory loss is not an inevitable result of aging.• You can’t teach an old dog new tricksFact: One of the more damaging myths of aging is that after a certain age, you just won’t be able to try anything new or contribute to things anymore. The opposite is true. Middle aged and older adults are just as capable of learning new things and thriving in new environments, plus they have the wisdom that comes with life experience.

Aging well tip 1: Learn to cope with change. As you age, there will be periods of joy and stress. It’s important to build your resilience and find healthy ways to cope with challenges.

• Focus on the things you’re grateful for. Acknowledge and express your feelings. Accept the things you can’t change. Look for the silver lining. Take daily action to deal with life’s challenges. Stay healthy through humor, laughter and play.

Tip 2: Find meaning and joy. A key ingredient in the recipe for healthy aging is the continuing ability to find meaning and joy in life. Later life can be a time of exciting new adventures if you let it.

• Pick up a long-neglected hobby. Learn something new. Get involved in your community. Travel somewhere new. Spend time in nature. Enjoy the arts. Write your memoirs

Tip 3: Stay connected. It is important to find ways to reach out and connect to others, regardless of whether or not you live with a spouse or partner. Along with regular exercise, staying social can have the most impact of your health as you age.

• Connect regularly with friends and family. Make an effort to make new friends. Spend time with at least one person every day. Volunteer. Find support groups in times of change

Happy Birthday!Alligier, Sandra 9/2Ellenz, Rodney 9/9Forbes, Dan 9/10Ford, Anita 9/19Hall, Donna 9/22Hay, Cathryn 9/1Isaacs, Shar 9/13Johnson, Jerie 9/20Jones, Keith 9/18Loehr, Karen 9/18Love, Sandy 9/19McNeill, Peggy 9/10Olmsted, Thomas 9/25Osborne, Paula 9/4Robson, Marvin 9/4Strait, Bobby 9/18White, Thomas 9/15Wilson, James 9/13

Tip 4: Keep your mind sharp. There are many good reasons for keeping your brain as active as your body. Exercising, keeping your brain active and maintaining creativity can actually help to prevent cognitive decline and memory problems.

• Try variations on what you know• Work something new in each day• Take on a completely new subject

(Information taken from www.webmd.com/healthy-aging) So, if you are currently attending the senior center, you have made steps towards aging well. Keep up the good work, and utilize the tips! Invite friends to join you. You are Well on Your Way to Aging Well!! Please join us for some fun activities in September to celebrate National Senior Center Month!! Diane Nutt, Center Director

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Mark Your Calendars - Heartland 5K Run/ 1 Mile Walk

Sunday, September 8th, 2019

Heartland 5K

The 1 mile family fun walk will begin at 8:30 am, followed by the start of the 5K at 9:00 am. Go at your own pace and enjoy some pancakes

after the event. The event is open to all ages so sign up now!

Register online at runsignup.com/Race/KS/Wichita/Heartland5KCost starts at $20 but don’t forget your center discount.

For more information, contact Karen Dao atkarend@seniorservicesofwichita.org or call 316.267.0302 x 223

Run/Walk