January Programs Announced: Oswego Senior Center

From Oswego Senior Center:

Coin Collecting

Tuesday, January 7, 11AM-12PM

Do you have a coin collection? Do you have an interest in coin collection? Come and share your interest with others at the Oswego Senior Center, 156 E. Washington St. as we discuss coins, collections, history, and market trends. Join the Coin Collecting group any first Tuesday of each month.

Project Linus Blankets

January 7, 10 -11:30 am

Join other seniors at the Oswego Senior Center located at 156 E. Washington St., for this worth-while activity to hand tie fleece blankets for critically ill children. Join us anytime the first Tuesday of each month.

Dementia Education & Discussion Series:

“Music Therapy”

Wednesday, January 8, 1:30 - 3pm

Music used as a sensory and intellectual stimulation can help maintain a person's quality of life or even improve it. Music therapy can be especially beneficial for older persons with dementia who may be unable to communicate in another way. Come join us at the Oswego Senior Center located at 156 E. Washington St. for a fun spirited, interactive program. Presented by Peace Hospice. RSVP 630-554-5602.

Heart & Bones Fitness Class

Participants may join this engaging, fun fitness class any time for cardio, resistance and strength training. Balance, coordination, flexibility, agility and energy may be improved! All exercises can be modified to accommodate injuries or specific needs. Wear comfortable clothes and gym shoes. Join us any day at Oswego Senior Center, 156 E. Washington St: Monday 10am, Tuesday 10am, Wednesday 10am, Thursday 10:45am and Friday 11:15am. Instructors: Gabriel Davila, ACE Certified Trainer - Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Beth Peshia, OSC Health & Wellness Coordinator – Wednesday and Friday.

Ceramics

Tuesday & Thursday: 9am-1pm

The Oswego Senior Center Ceramics program has many pieces to work on, a large selection of greenware and our own kiln. Suggested donation is $1 per class plus cost of piece. Call 630-554-5602 for information. Oswego Senior Center is located at 156 E. Washington St.

Dementia Support Group

Friday, January 3, 1:30 - 3pm

The group will provide support and guidance from others that may be in a similar situation of caring for a loved one who has dementia. Please join us at Oswego Senior Center, 156 E. Washington St., to discuss anything that may be on your mind, learn ideas for success from others and give ideas that may help others. Understand that you are not alone when caring for someone with dementia. Join us anytime. The dementia support group will be meeting the first Friday of each month.

Free Memory Screens

Memory loss can take many different forms: from simply misplacing your belongings to forgetting to complete critical independent living activities, such as eating and paying bills. And while it is a common concern for many older adults, memory loss is NOT considered to be a part of normal aging.

There are many known causes, ranging from Alzheimer’s to depression or vitamin and nutrition deficiencies. So if you or your loved one is having memory concerns, please make an appointment for a free memory screening at the Oswego senior Center, 156 E. Washington St. It only takes 15 minutes and can indicate if you might benefit from a more comprehensive evaluation. This evaluation is not intended to diagnose illness and should not be used in place of physician consultation. Please call 630-554-5602 to set an appointment with Kathy Perez, MSW, LSW.

Yellowstone and The Wild West

July 17 - 23, 2020

Join the Oswego Senior Center travelers for a 7 Day / 6 Night Tour through Salt Lake City, Yellowstone National Park, Jackson, Wyoming, Grand Teton National Park, and Park City, Utah. The trip includes a guided tour of Salt Lake City, a Wildlife Safari in Yellowstone, a visit to Old Faithful Geyser, the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center, and then on to Jackson, Wyoming for a scenic Jenny Lake cruise in Grand Teton National Park, followed by a hearty supper with old western entertainment at the Bar J Chuckwagon in Jackson. Price includes roundtrip airfare from O’Hare, 6 nights of hotel accommodations, 6 breakfasts and 3 dinners. Booking discount is available: $3,095 a person Double Occupancy, $4,170 Single. Registration & $300 deposit (per person) must be made prior to 1/31/2020. Call 630-554-5602 for more information.

OSWEGO SENIOR CENTER CONGREGATE MEAL PROGRAM

The Oswego Senior Center, 156 E. Washington, offers congregate lunch to seniors (age 60 plus) Monday and Thursday each week at noon. Reservations are required by 10am the business day prior to lunch. Suggested $5 donation.

Monday, January 6: Grilled Salmon, Roast Potatoes, Broccoli and White Chocolate/Blondie Brownie

Thursday, January 9: Chicken Noodle Soup, Green Salad, Rolls and Apple Cobbler

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