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destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and
methodical physical exercise save it and preserve it.” ~Plato |
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OLDER ADULTS /
SPECIAL POPULATIONS
Golden Opportunities
Upcoming Events |
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Save the Date! Come Travel with Us!
Atlanta Braves
October 1, 2010
Travel with Golden Opportunities to Turner Field and see the Atlanta Braves play the Philadephia Phillies. The trip will include tickets, transportation, and prizes.
$69.00 (G.O. members)
$79.00 (Non-G.O. members)
Wolf Mountain Vineyards
October 14, 2010
Travel with Golden Opportunities on a trip to Wolf Mountain Vineyards and Winery for lunch, wine tasting, tour and shopping in Dahlonega.
$70.00 (G.O. members)
$90.00 (Non-G.O. members)
Times Square Holiday Weekend
November 26-28, 2010
Fly with Golden Opportunities to the “Big Apple.” We will tour lower Manhattan to see
Ground Zero, China Town, The Village, the Financial District, Battery Park, and a view of the Statue of Liberty. We will dine at top Manhattan Restaurants, see a Broadway show, attend
Radio
City
Music Hall ’s Christmas Spectacular, shop on Fifth Avenue, and tour the
Metropolitan
Museum.
$1595.00(G.O. members)
$1645.00 (Non-G.O. members)
- Single Supplement: $450.00
- Insurance: Health/Cancellation $125.00
- Deposit Required:$200.00
- Final Payment Due: October 8, 2010
Please call (478) 757-7817
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Lunch & Laughter
This Dutch treat is the perfect opportunity to meet and greet old friends, and make new acquaintances. Call and let us know you are coming. We hope to see you there.
Quarterly: January, April, July, October. Third Friday of the month.
11:30 a.m.
Restaurant changes quarterly.
October reservations are at Molly's Cafe on October 15th.
Please call 757-7817 to register and to get information on venues.
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The Close Knit Bunch
Join the Close Knit Bunch as they enjoy working on the many service projects they are involved with. Enjoy this time of sharing handwork, chatting, and being involved. Whether you are a novice or a pro-even if you have started projects and never finished them-now is the time to join the Close Knit Bunch!
Each Tuesday at The Wellness Center
2:00 p.m.
Free |
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Go Steppers Exercise Class
This class allows you to work at your own pace to improve flexibility and muscle tone. Improve your mental and physical health with exercise class designed just for seniors!
Join Go Steppers for cardiovascular conditioning, increased strengh, balance and coordination.
Go Steppers: Monday & Thursday 10:00 am
Monthly fee of $18.00.
At The Wellness Center.
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Fall Risk Assessments
Rehabilitation Services of the Medical Center of Central Georgia, in partnership with Golden Opportunities, is now offering monthly EMPOWER SENIORS Fall Risk Screenings at The Wellness Center. If you or a loved one is concerned about falling, you are encouraged to attend this FREE screening to identify your risk for falling and to receive skilled advice on what paths you should take to decrease that risk and increase your independence!
Monthly:
Appointments are scheduled every hour.
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Please call Golden Opportunities (757-7817) to register or for dates
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Monthly Book Club Meeting
Are you an avid booklover?
Come join the book club and enjoy a cup of coffee, regularly scheduled guest speakers and reviews of a variety of literary works from best-selling authors. The group meets on the last Friday of each month at Barnes & Noble. We hope to see you there!
The last Friday of each month
10:30 a.m.
Barnes & Noble
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Art from the Heart
If you have ever wanted to paint but thought you did not have the talent, these decorative painting classes are for you. This four-part skill building and advanced technique series will take you through four levels of the One Stroke painting method developed by Donna Dewberry. One Stroke Certified Instructors, Mary Parks and Shirley Rainwater will teach each class. They have inspired hundreds of people in Central Georgia to let their "creative juices" flow and experience the joy, relaxation, and satisfaction of painting. All supplies are furnished so just bring your smiles with you!
Fee: $35.00 per class |
Cancer WellFit Project
The Cancer WellFit Project is a FREE oncology recovery program that offers cancer patients the opportunity to return to their fullest physical, psychological, and emotional potential. This is a program of specifically prescribed exercise, combined with education and support. Each two-hour session includes exercise followed by education on coping skills, steress management, pain management, complementary/alternative medicine and group support. The 12-week program meets 3 times per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00-11:00 am.
The generous support of Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Tobacco Use Prevention Program, American Cancer Society, MedCen Community Health Foundation, H.E.A.T., Thomas Burke Foundation, Elkin Foundation, Medical Center of Central Georgia Retirees and MCCG Auxilliary make it possible to provide this program at no cost to all Central Georgia citizens diagnosed with cancer.
For more information, please contact
Sandra at The Wellness Center at 757-7847 |
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Camp Fun n' Fit
During the Month of June
Camp Fun n' Fit is a month-long summer camp for children ages 6 - 13. The camp is designed to get children up, out, and active. Children are encouraged to get up from the sofa, computer, and game stations - get out into the sunshine and outdoors and get active by introducing them to a diverse set of activities to help them get moving! Children can attend one week or all four weeks!
Classes include nutrition, fitness, group exercise including yoga, tai chi, dance, basketball, soccer, gymnastics, tae kwon do, and much more.
Field trips and swimming make for a well-rounded program for youth to be healthy, well and fit! Goals of the program include campers' increased knowledge regarding health and fitness, dietary needs and understanding the risks of sedentary lifestyles.
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SilverSneakers®
Class Schedule:
Monday - 11:00 am - MSROM
Monday - 12:00 pm- MSROM
Tuesday - 12:00 pm- SilverSneakers® Yoga
Tuesday - 12:00 pm - SilverSneakers® Splash
Wednesday - 11:00 am- Cardio Curcuit
Wednesday - 12:00 pm - MSROM
Thursday - 12:00 pm - SilverSneakers® Yoga
Friday - 12:00 pm - SilverSneakers® Spash
Friday - 12:00 pm - Cardio Curcuit |
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