Senior Health & Wellness

About

A focus on lifelong health and well being is very important for older adults and the Department of Senior Resources agrees.  Many programs, services, and events are offered year round to help assist older adults to live long and healthy lives.

Current Schedule

View our most up to date activity and event information at the City's new Recreation Portal!

You can also download a monthly schedule of the Friendship Center (PDF).

Blood Pressure & Diabetes Screening

These services are done on Tuesdays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm by Madonna Nursing Students September through April. An excellent way to keep track of blood sugar levels, and keep a blood pressure record. Knowing there is a problem is half the battle - so keep on top of these important readings!

Flu Shots

There is minimally one flu-shot clinic offered through the Friendship Center each year, in October or November. Participants are covered under traditional Medicare, and some with an Medicare Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) are also included. Flu shots are given by appointment only.  Call for more information.

Health Screenings

There is usually one formal health screening per year, however, many screenings are also available through the National Senior Health and Resource Day event in September.

Exercise Programs

The exercise classes offered at the center are very diverse:

  • Annual 5K Walk
  • Cardio Drumming
  • Chair Yoga
  • Chair Zumba
  • Line Dancing
  • Low Impact Cardio
  • Pickleball
  • Pilates
  • Spinning (Instructor led indoor cycling to music)
  • Strength Training
  • Yoga
  • Zumba
Cardio Drum Exercise Inside

Fitness Center and Outdoor Exercise Area

The Friendship center has a state of the art fitness center available for it members.  It also boasts a large outdoor area for exercise or an opportunity just to spend some time outdoors.

Visit the Friendship Center.

National Senior Health & Resource Day

This program combines a morning of screenings and information regarding various products offered through several vendors in the area, with a fun walk or similar activity. The Center offers a nutritious luncheon to end the day.