Senior Center
Welcome to the Senior Center
The Center provides an exciting social scene for mature adults of all ages and stages. Socialize with old friends, make new ones, and stay physically, intellectually, and socially active at the crossroads of our community.
TO SEE AND REGISTER FOR OUR FALL DAY TRIPS, CLICK ON “EVENTS” IN THE MENU!
Our activity calendar is chock full of cultural and social events. Join discussion groups and sit in on educational seminars. Take off on day trips and enjoy cultural celebrations. Or jump into exercise, dance, and yoga classes. Our members also have access to the Center’s sparkling pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, and a dedicated older-adults lounge.
Transportation to and from the Center is available for seniors and people with disabilities.
Senior Adult Lounge is now OPEN!
Monday–Thursday, 12:30 to 4 PM
Bring your cards, games, MahJong tiles, and friends.
The Senior Adult Lounge is open to senior adult members.
Masks are required at all times and social distant guidelines will be adhered to.
We look forward to seeing you there!
This Week’s Schedule:
For additional Social Services events and other events, view our Main Calendar.
MONDAY
Chair Yoga with Diana (Zoom)
Monday, November 21st, 8:50 – 9:50 AM
NEW ZOOM MEETING ID: 889 4547 4110
Passcode: 1
*A large screen TV will be set up in room 203 to do the class in person.
Zoom or At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Light Cardio and Pilates with Mandi (In Person)
Monday, November 21st, 10 AM
At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Israeli Dance with Ora (In Person)
Monday, November 21st, 11 AM
At the Center: Auditorium
Rock Steading Boxing (Zoom)
Monday, November 21st, 11:15 AM
For Men and Women with Parkinson’s Disease
Zoom Code: 83366006163
Password: 622606
Click here to launch Zoom
Healthy Shopping (In Person)
Monday, November 21st, 11 AM
Learn to shop wisely at the supermarket with Nutritionist, Sandy Stein. Light lunch will be served.
Price: $25. Members: $18
RSVP at the Front Desk with code 11673
Women’s Aqua Aerobics (In Person)
Monday, November 21st, 12 – 12:45 PM
At the Center: Pool
Master Artisans (In Person)
Monday, November 21st, 12:30 – 3:30 PM
At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge
TUESDAY
Chair Movements w/ Rhythm of Breaths with Hava (In Person)
Tuesday, November 22nd, 9 – 10 AM
At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Floor Yoga with Marissa (In Person)
Tuesday, November 22nd, 10:15 – 11 AM
At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Dance with Elena (In Person)
Tuesday, November 22nd, 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Hand Yoga with Jamber (Zoom)
Tuesday, November 22nd, 11:30 – 11:45 AM
Hand Yoga is a 15-min group class that combines proven hand exercises with deep breathing. A quick and easy way to strengthen and stretch your hands. Hand Yoga is great for Arthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Parkinson’s Disease, Carpal Tunnel, Neuropathy, and Thumb pain.
Register here to receive the Zoom link
WEDNESDAY
Tai Chi: Arthritis with Ann (In Person)
Wednesday, November 23rd, 9 – 9:50 AM
At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Light Conditioning with Michael (In Person)
Wednesday, November 23rd, 10 – 10:45 AM
At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Stay Active & Independent for Life with Oreta (In Person)
Wednesday, November 23rd, 11:30 AM –12:30 PM
At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Rock Steading Boxing (In Person)
Wednesday, November 23rd, 11 AM
For men and women with Parkinson’s disease. No prior boxing experience necessary. The focus is on stretching, strength training, reaction time and balance. Please contact Aldo Oranvil at (718) 258-3300 or [email protected] before attending your first class.
At the Center: Room 206
Women’s Aqua Aerobics (In Person Only)
Wednesday, November 23rd, 12 – 12:45 PM
At the Center: Pool
Senior Center Tech Support (In Person Only)
Wednesday, November 23rd, 1 – 2 PM BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Schedule a 15-minute appointment with the Center’s expert IT staff member and have all your questions answered. MUST BRING YOUR LAPTOP, TABLET, OR PHONE. Schedule your appointment with Ashley at (718) 954-3128 or Aimee at (718) 954-3157.
THURSDAY
No classes or programs for the day in celebration of Thanksgiving.
FRIDAY
Light Cardio and Pilates with Mandi (In Person)
Friday, Nov 25th, 9 AM
At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge
Stay Active & Independent for Life with Oreta (In Person)
Friday, November 25th, 10 – 11 AM
At the Center: Senior Adult Lounge
All of our Senior Programming is now available VIRTUALLY in order to accommodate the health and safety needs of our community.
All of our regular programming such as Fitness, Arts, Culinary, Social Events, and more is available on Zoom. We use the same Zoom meeting room for ease of use, so bookmark the page for easy access!
Zoom ID: 621-723-0791
Password: 1
OR
Click here for a direct link.
For Zoom details of hosted programming such as Rock Steady Boxing and Senior Planet Virtual Fitness classes, please view our main event calendar by clicking here or view our Weekly Senior Fitness Schedule below.
Senior Membership
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Join our Senior Center and gain access to so many different activities, events, and resources. Our Senior Membership includes:
•Access to the Senior Adult Lounge where you can socialize with old friends, make new ones, and play cards, Mahjong, backgammon, or chess
•Senior Exercise (2nd floor of Fitness Center)
•Discussion groups, film showings, and seminars on health related topics
•Special member discounts for day trips and overnight excursions
•Birthday parties and holiday celebrations
•Attend classes such as Light Cardio & Pilates, Chair Yoga, Gentle Floor Yoga, Israeli Dance, Beginner’s Dance, Chair Exercises, Conditioning, and Women’s Water Aerobics
Watch for flyers with details and schedule.
MEMBERSHIP FEES
Annual Membership:
Individual: $22/month
Couple: $40/month
Administrative fee for first-time members: $10
• You must be 65 years or older.
• Provide proof of age and a written doctor’s note stating your ability and/or restriction to exercise, swim, travel, and participate in Center activities.
To use the swimming pool, there is a one-time only Building Fund required:
Individual: $600
Couple: $800
Transportation
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As available, the Center’s handicapped accessible mini-bus may pick up older adults to bring them to and from Center programs and their homes. Our route is between Foster Ave and Ave Z, and between McDonald Ave and Ocean Ave.
Please click below to fill out the bus application.
Application & Use of Bus Rules
For schedule information and to make a reservation on a first-come -frst-serve basis, please call in advance: 718-627-4300.
Ari Musoev
Bus Driver
Master Artisans
Our Master Artisans program is focused on being creative, getting hands-on, and learning something new.
We explore different creative outlets such as painting, drawing, baking and more. You do not need to have any previous knowledge or skills for these classes. Classes are structured in order to be engaging and fun for all experience levels.
Social Services Programs: Social Groups
Our Social Services department offers special clubs for Seniors to socialize, spend time together, and create friendships. We are currently running the following social clubs:
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Men’s Club
Garden Club
New Beginnings, for widows
Click here to visit the Social Services: Social Clubs page to learn more!
Event Cancellation Policy
Participants may cancel their registration without penalty up until 7 days prior to the event or trip. Cancellations received less than 7 days before an event or trip will incur a 50% cancellation fee. Cancellations received the day before, the day of, or after an event or trip will not be eligible for a refund or credit.
Contact
For more information, about our Senior Center, contact Ashley Rosen at 718-954-3128
Ashley Rosen
Director of Senior Center / Fitness Center Supervisor
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