Serving 50+ Adults Summer 2016 Enriching lives with learning opportunities ≈ Providing services that support well-being and independence ≈ Building Community INDEX (SS = supplement) Adult Day Service…..SS4 Special Events… Supportive Services Art Classes……..…….…8 BTSS offers a variety of supportive services Aquatics Classes........3-4 Especially for you! to assist seniors in the community. See the Billiards ………….....…….9 Preregistration required. Blood Pressure..........SS3 yellow pages of the newsletter for more Book Groups..................9 details. Services include: Bridge …………………....9 Blast from the Past Comedy Show BTSS Eligibility.…….…..2 (SEV17-B1603) Meals on Wheels Cancellations ……………2 Don’t miss this hilarious performance by 25 Medical and Errand Transportation Cardio Classes….......….5 Medicare/Prescription Counseling Cards/Games.............9-10 year veteran stand-up comedian, Billy Ray Loan Closet Caregiver ……………..SS1 Bauer. Leaves you laughing with his off the Clubs ……..…...............8-9 wall impressions. Sponsored by Oakmont. Adult Day Service Computers ......................9 Res $3/Non-Res $5 Minor Home Repair Program Day Trips…..….....…13-15 Caregiver Support Donations………….….....2 Friday, June 3 4:30 – 5:30 PM Enrichment …….....….8-11 Fitness ..........................3-8 Friendship Club……. SS4 Speed Dating Grocery Shop .............SS2 (Men: SEV17-B1604a) (Women:SEV17-B1604b) Home Repair………....SS3 Innovative, fun event to meet a variety of new Ice Cream Social ….….11 Lapidary ..........................8 people! Enjoy nonalcoholic bubbly & light Loan Closet …………SS2 refreshments and enjoy the comfortable September 1 - 2, 2016 (XDAY01-C1601) Meals on Wheels …...SS2 ambience. Sponsored by Same Address. Medicare…….....1, SS1&3 Enjoy an overnight stay in quaint Stratford and Mind & Body ……………7 Preregistration required. BT residents only. Movies…….……............10 Fee: $10 see “Macbeth” and “A Little Night Music.” Trip Music ………..……........10 Thursday, June 9 5:00 - 7:30 PM includes Archives tour, one breakfast & picnic Personal Fitness ………6 lunch, two dinners, hotel accommodations at Reassurance………...SS2 Arden Park Hotel and a luxury motor coach. Seated Exercise…...……6 Special Events ………..11 Ice Cream Social Flyer available at Center. (SEV10-C1601) Speed Dating …….…1,11 Please register early for this is a high demand Sponsors ……......12 & 16 Foot tapping music by Tom Bircler & Jimmy trip. See Page 15 for more details. Stratford Trip ………….15 Kohan and delicious fun! Complimentary BT Strength Exercise……6-7 Residents only. Sponsored by Samaritas. Travel insurance is highly recommended for Transportation…....…SS2 Unique Topic...…….10-11 Tuesday, July 12 1 – 2:30 PM private purchase or through our Trip Leader, Volunteering.................12 Sue Goldstein at (248) 865-0005. Bloomfield Township Senior Services Christine’s Comments… 4315 Andover Road (South off Long Lake or West off Telegraph) Enrichment Programs are growing! Phone: (248) 723-3500 Fax: (248) 723-3519 I am happy to introduce Jean Campbell as our newest Christine Tvaroha, Director Senior Center*: Monday - Thursday 7 AM – 8 PM team member. She is our Recreation Coordinator and Friday 7 AM – 6 PM this summer you will see the fruits of her Saturdays 8 AM – 2 PM determination and creativity. We have new special Adult Day Service/Friendship Club: Mon-Fri 9 AM–4 PM events like Speed Dating, an exotic petting zoo and a www.bloomfieldtwp.org/seniors Comedy Club. Jean has increased Unique Topics BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP BOARD with content on genealogy, brain connectivity, historic Bloomfield Township Main Phone: 248-433-7700 presidential elections, College for Creative Studies, Leo C. Savoie, Supervisor Janet Roncelli, Clerk Dan Devine, Treasurer lost car companies of Detroit, Motown, the real David Buckley, Trustee Neal J. Barnett, Trustee Downton Abbey, and even the history of Better Made Corinne Khederian, Trustee Brian E. Kepes, Trustee Chips. Pages 8-11 are packed with wonderful BTSS ADVISORY COUNCIL opportunities to learn and be entertained at the center. Steve Eskoff, Chairman Enjoy! John & Janice Bellefleur, Maxine Davison, Don Foehr, Marie Gemmel, Victor & Suzanne Goldstein Elizabeth Mahoney, Tom & Ginnie Richard Wishing you peace and good health, BTSS will be closed on: Christine Tvaroha Saturday, May 28 & Monday, May 30 [email protected] (248) 723-3500 Saturday, July 2 & Monday, July 4 Eligibility: Adults 50 years and older* *BT Residents – all programs open for participation; completion of profile required Subscribe to our * Non- Residents – many programs open for participation E-Newsletter for additional fee, completion of profile required. Visit the Township website at Sponsors for BTSS events are not necessarily endorsed by www.bloomfieldtwp.org/seniors BTSS or Bloomfield Township. and click on the Mailing List tab at the top of the page. Registration / Cancellation / Refund Policies - Registration only for confirmed BT profiles now through 5/16; nonresidents begin 5/17. Thank You for Your Donations*… Lillian & Robert Hoy, - Non- residents pay additional $10 per session or trip, Lucille Swanson, Elizabeth Moshier, Josefine Wagner, Letha unless otherwise noted. Kuesel, Padmanabham Cherukuri, St. Hugo of the Hills - Checks with insufficient funds will incur $30 fee. Church, Charles Pokriefka, Nikolai Rachmaninoff, Jocelyn - Full payment required with registration. Pinard, Edward Nol, Arden Licht, Maurice Tyler,Blomfield - Prorating of class fees subject to instructor approval. Republican Women’s Club, Bloomfield Historical Society, Liz - Emergency Card must be presented at trip check-in. Palmieri, Marilyn Jane Foundation - Trips depart promptly at posted time; return times are approximate. Thank You for Your Donation* to the Tree of Life - If you use a wheelchair or need a special project… accommodation for a trip, please indicate at time of BTSS Paper Dolls registration. You must have a registered companion. - Classes/Programs: no refund within 2 business days * CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS AND GIFTS - An individual may deduct under of start. No refund once class has begun. Internal Revenue Code Sec. 170 (subject to maximum deduction of 50% of a taxpayer’s Cancellation fee: 50% of cost if less than $10; $5 if contribution base) any charitable contribution which is made within the taxable year, to a cost $10 or more. state, federal or local government units, or any political subdivision thereof, only if the contribution of gift is made exclusively for public purpose. - Trips: nonrefundable within 3 business days. Cancellation fee $5 + costs incurred (i.e. prepaid 2 tickets). Aquatics: Warm Water Fitness * Non-residents pay additional $10 fee per session. Showers required prior to pool use. Bring water bottle, lock & towel. Water shoes are recommended. Knowing and understanding there are certain risks involved in your voluntary decision to participate in these activities, we recommend that you consult your doctor before starting any exercise program. Warming up and cooling down are a vital part of a safe and effective exercise class. Please arrive on time to participate in the warm-up for each class and remain through completion of the cool down stretch. Certified Lifeguards are needed. Aqua Interval Karen Ockner Job description and employment application available: Challenge your cardiovascular system performing various http://www.bloomfieldtwp.org/Government/ moves in sequence, followed by a recovery period. EmploymentOpportunities.htm Strength & core work included. Work at your own level. Monday 5:45 - 6:45 PM Aqua Cardio Core Lisa Chavis Jun 6 – Jun 27 (FIT134-B1602) 4 classes/$32* Focuses on high level cardio conditioning paired with Jul 11 – Jul 25 (FIT134-C1601) 3 classes/$24* strength, movement, and balance that challenges the Aug 1 – Aug 22 (FIT134-C1602) 4 classes/$32* body’s core muscles. Improve your overall functional strength, balance, and coordination. Aqua Power Aerobics Annie Chi Thursday 9:30 – 10:30 AM Fun, fast-paced water aerobics emphasizing strength and Jun 2 – Jul 7 (FIT118-B1602) 6 classes/$42* endurance by using a variety of equipment. Advanced level Jul 14 – Aug 25 (FIT118-C1601) 7 classes/$49* class that will challenge and motivate you. Tuesday 6 – 7 PM Aqua Cardio Party Maggie Barclay May 31 – June 28 (FIT27b-B1605) 5 classes/$40* 30-40 minutes of a variety of cardio, including aerobics, Jul 5 – Jul 26 (FIT27b-C1601) 4 classes/$32* HIIT, circuit, boxing, and dance including Aqua Zumba®! Aug 2 – Aug 23 (FIT27b-C1603) 4 classes/$32* 20 – 30 minutes of core training with noodles, buoys and Thursday 6 – 7 PM other equipment, along with training vertically for “dry hair Jun 2 – Jun 30 (FIT27b-B1606) 5 classes/$40* abs”! Jul 7 – Jul 28 (FIT27b-C1602) 4 classes/$32* Thursday 8 - 9 AM Aug 4 – Aug 25 (FIT27b-C1604) 4 classes/$32* Jun 2 – Jul 14 (FIT131-B1602) 7 classes/$42* Jul 21 – Aug 25 (FIT131-C1601) 6 classes/$36* Aqua Resistance Training (Intermediate) Ernie Thomas Water workouts offer something land-based workouts Aqua Endurance, Core & Balance Stan Witkowski can’t - built in resistance! Movement in the water creates Endurance training plus dynamic core and balance resistance which has a positive effect on cardiovascular conditioning, with some muscle work. Challenging low fitness and muscle toning. The intensity of resistance you impact but high intensity workout, to increase heart rate. experience is determined by you in the water. Tuesday 9:30 – 10:30 AM Tuesday 8 – 9 AM May 31 –Jul 12 (FIT133-B1602) 7 classes/$42*