WPSCC_newsletter_September 2017

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WITHIN OUR WORLD

A Monthly Publication by the West Philadelphia Senior Community Center

IT’S NATIONAL SENIOR CENTER MONTH! TABLE OF CONTENTS

National Senior Center Month, which is celebrated every September, FLU SHOTS 2

is a four-week period that is championed by the National Institute of Senior THE ROCKETTES 7
Centers (NISC) as an observance to celebrate how senior centers across the
US promote and support healthy and inspired aging. FRANKLIN INSTITUTE 13
Our beloved West Philadelphia Senior Community Center (WPSCC) is an
exemplary model of what NISC says are the “many ways senior centers lead West Philadelphia
their communities and inspire individuals to master this phase of their life.” Senior Community Center
As a vital community resource for older adults in West Philadelphia, 1016 N. 41st St., Philadelphia, PA 19104
WPSCC has been providing a rich diversity of opportunities for more than 215-386-0379 • westphilaseniorcenter.o1rg
a decade that celebrates the creativity, intellectual curiosity, and vitality of
older adults.
“Members appreciate our many classes and programs that help them stay in
shape, travel and see the world, learn about today’s technology, and come
together to listen, participate and learn about music. They also cherish
opportunities to work with their hands doing watercolor, pottery, quilting,
or sewing,” says Julia Diggs, who coordinates programs and events for
WPSCC.
Currently, more than 4,000 seniors look to WPSCC to enrich their
fitness, health, and well-being. Just in 2017 so far, 214 older adults have
joined WPSCC and every month the number continues to grow by about
20 new members.
Our continually growing enrollment is a strong testament to how the
West Philadelphia community of older adults honors
and cherishes WPSCC’s presence. We can’t think
of a better time than National Senior Center
Month to remember all the compelling
ways that the West Philadelphia Senior
Community Center strengthens, inspires,
and supports older adults.
We thank all of our cherished members for
allowing us the opportunity to continually
enrich their lives.

Advisory Council MONTHLY TIP

Charlotte Goins, President September is Healthy Aging Month!
Bertha Martin-Nagbe, Vice President
Johnnie Young, Treasurer Think it’s too late to “re-invent” yourself? Think again.
Qussie Murphy, Secretary Follow these tips to stay at your peak!
1. Get moving- Exercise regularly to maintain a healthy
The Advisory Council meets monthly with the Center Director
to discuss and recommend programs to benefit the Center. body and brain.
2. Stay social -Take a class, volunteer, play games, see old
Staff Directory
friends, and make new ones.
Rose Richardson, Director ext. 7301 3. Bulk up -Eat beans and other high-fiber foods for
Julia Diggs, Program Manager
ext. 7302 digestive and heart health.
Helen Rayon, Health & Wellness Coordinator ext. 7303 4. Add some spice-Add herbs and spices to your meals if
Samantha Prescott, Center Counselor ext. 7305
Areatha Dorsey, Database Clerk medications dull your taste buds.
ext. 7306 5. Stay balanced -Practice yoga or tai chi to improve
Alfonso Agron, Maintenance Mechanic ext. 7307
Michael Johnson, Maintenance agility and prevent falls.
ext. 7307 6. Don’t forget- To aid your memory, make lists, follow
Patrice Rhodes, Administrative Assistant ext. 7300
routines, slow down, and organize.

Rosalyn Watson, Activities Aide ext. 7325
Robin Mason, Nutrition Coordinator ext. 7319

Dial the extension or dial “0” for a staff member.

Advance Meal Reservation

Eligible persons who wish to participate in the
Congregate Meal Program at the Center must use
the Advance Meal Reservation which is available
on the touch screen. Meals must be reserved one
(1) week in advance, usually by Tuesday 10:00 am
Alternate Meals are available Wednesdays and
Thursdays. Members who have NOT reserved a
meal in advance (at least one week ahead) may leave
their names on the Meal Waiting List for that day.
This list is compiled on a first come, first served
basis. If by 11:40 am meals ARE available, the Meal
Waiting List will be utilized.

The kitchen needs to have a final lunch count no later
than 11:45 am. You must be present to register for
the Meal Waiting List. Whether registered or on the
waiting list, you must be counted before 11:45 am.
Please remember that when you opt for Meal
Waiting, there is no guarantee that there will be
lunch available. Thank You!
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WELCOME You are invited to enjoy light refreshments and get
NEW MEMBERS! acquainted with WPSCC staff, activities, and services.
Join us

Monday, September 25, 2017 • 10:30 - 11:30 am

for New Member Orientation in the Dance/Music Room

MEMBERSHIP COSTS MINIMUM DONATIONS (For those who qualify)

Lunch (Actual cost & other related expenses) $3/meal Lunch $1/meal
Counseling $30/hr Shared Ride $1
Shared Ride (Age 65+, Individual) $26.70 1-Way Program Activities/Counselor $.50–3
Shared Ride (Age 65+, Group) $24.70 1-Way
Activities w/Outside Teacher $35-75/hr We greatly appreciate all contributions since our
Discussion Groups $20/hr Center relies on contributions to help meet costs.

Please see the Registration Desk for information regarding the fee schedule for the variety of activities,
classes, and other services the Center offers.

MEMBERSHIP NEWS 3

Basic Membership is FREE! FREE! FREE!

Members age 50-59 enjoy these great benefits
once a Center Registration Form is completed:
• Participate in WPSCC events, services, lunch,

classes, and workshops. Some fees may apply.
• You may dine in WPSCC’s dining room for

the actual cost of the meal and other related
expenses for $3.
• Receive a monthly newsletter.
Plus Members age 60 and older enjoy these great
benefits once a Center Registration Form
is completed:
• Become eligible to participate in WPSCC
events, services, lunch, classes, and workshops.
Some fees may apply. There is a suggested
donation for all programs and services.
• Become eligible to dine in WPSCC’s dining
room at no charge. There is a suggested
donation for $1.
• Receive a monthly newsletter.

We ask that you consider becoming a
WPSCC Booster Cardholder.

W.O.W. WITHIN OUR WORLD Diabetic Forum Flu Shots
CThenuterrsdStaaygse • 10:30–11:30 am Rite Aid Pharmacy
HEALTH & WELLNESS Organic Food Truck Thursday, September 14
Monday, September 11 & 25 10–11 am
HEALTH EVENTS 10 am–12 pm Choose My Plate
BTC/PCA
The Budget Grocer Tuesday, September 19
Friday, September 8 • 10:30 am 10:30 am

Art Studio

Nutrition Education w/Lynn
Mondays • 10:00 am–12 pm

Center Stage

FITNESS CLASSES

Creative Movement w/Sheila Zagar Tai Chi w/Bob Walovitz

Suggested minimum donation $1; Ages 50-59 $3 Suggested minimum donation $1; Ages 50-59 $3

Tuesday • 10:45–11:30 am Thursday • 11 am–12 pm

Atrium Center Stage
This class teaches easy skills for walking, balancing, and aligning the body. Tai Chi is designed to allow participants to get in touch with internal
Exercises can be done while sitting or lying down. energy while moving and listening to calming, soothing music.

Enhance Fitness w/Eric Ramos, Certified Personal Trainer Chair Yoga

Suggested minimum donation $1; Ages 50-59 $3 Cost $2; Ages 50-59 $3

Monday • 9:30–10:30 am Tuesday • 10 am Center Stage
Wednesday • 1:00–2:00 pm Saturday • 10 am Dance/Music Room

Atrium Line Dancing w/Kathleen Gambrell

Muscle Toning Cost $1; Age 50-59 $3
Saturday • 11:00 am–12 pm
Monday & Thursday • 1–3 pm
Dance/Music Room
This program will help you learn more about fitness at your own pace. Center Stage
It will focus on stretching, flexibility, balance, low-impact aerobics, and Beginners and experienced dancers are welcome! Learn the hottest moves
strength training exercises. and get energized. Discover how easy and fun it is to learn the dances.

Morning Stretch Line Dancing the Evening Away w/Kathleen Gambrell*
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
10:30 am–10:45 am Cost $3; Age 50-59 $5

Check board for location Wednesday • 5:30–7 pm
Complete your morning stretches via tape recording.
Center Stage
Fitness Center Orientation* Come have fun after-hours Line Dancing the night away!
*Dancers younger than age 50 must be accompanied by a 50+ dancer.
Cost $3
Diabetes Forum w/Helen Rayon
Monday, Wednesday & Friday • 9:00 am–12 pm
Suggested minimum donation $1; Ages 50-59 $3
Learn how to use various equipment and set up your own exercise log.
*Required for all new participants in the Fitness Center Thursday • 10:30–11:30 am

Open Fitness Center* Center Stage
Additional information about diabetes management and lifestyle choices
Cost $3 Members or see Front Desk for Silver & Fit or Silver Sneakers for the senior population.

Monday–Friday • 9 am–3:30 pm Walk This Way w/Helen Rayon
Saturday • 10 am–12 pm Monday–Friday • 8:30 am–3:30 pm

*When the instructor is not available, you must have prior approval to Rain or shine, come walk the entirety of the center as many times as you
exercise independently. can. Everyone can benefit!

Zumba Basics w/Janet Ford

Cost $3; Ages 50-59 $5

Tuesdays • 3–4 pm; Fridays • 11 am–12 pm (FREE)

Center Stage
Come out and join us for a fun exercise and get that body moving!

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ARTS & CRAFTS

CRAFTS Canvas Artwork w/Alice Stewart

Basic Crocheting w/Margaret Fitzpatrick Suggested minimum donation $1; Ages 50-59 $3

Suggested minimum donation $1; Ages 50-59 $3 Tuesday • 10-11:30 am

MClaosnsrdooamy &1 Friday • 10–11:30 am Classroom 1
Learn to make beautiful pieces with plastic canvas and yarn. Materials
Receive basic instruction on crocheting. Requires Yarn & hook. Materials included if fundraising for Center or volunteer project.
not included.
Hands in Clay w/Anne Koszalka
Advanced Crocheting w/Margaret Fitzpatrick
Cost $5; Ages 50-59 $7
Suggested minimum donation $1; Ages 50-59 $3
Tuesday • 10 am & 12:30–2 pm
CMlaosnsrdooamy &1 Friday • 12:30–1:30 pm
Pottery Room
Members learn to read and crochet from patterns. Requires Yarn & A pottery course with individual instruction. Firings included.
hook. Materials not included.
Quilting
Basic Sewing w/Loretta Brown Cost $4; Ages 50-59 $6
CTulaesssrdoaomy •11:30–3 pm Suggested minimum donation $2; Ages 50-59 $3

Learn to utilize basic tools & techniques for sewing and how to make Thursday • 9–11 am
items or garments using simple patterns.
Classroom 1
Advanced Techniques for Sewing w/Loretta Brown Members learn to design and create remarkable quilts with their hands.
Materials not included.
Cost $4; Ages 50-59 $6
Basic Watercolor w/Anne Koszalka
CWlaesdsrnoeosmd1ay • 1:30–3 pm
Cost $3; Ages 50-59 $5
Learn to make alterations to your garments or fully create a new garment.
Tuesday • 10–11:30 am
Whatchamacallit Class
Pottery Room
Suggested minimum donation $1; Ages 50-59 $3 Learn the basics of watercolor painting. Materials included.

CMlaosnsrdooamys2• 10:30–11:30 am Color Your Mind
Wednesday • 11–11:30 am
Join us to share new ideas and learn new skills and techniques.
Conference Room
EDUCATIONAL CLASSES Members work with adult coloring books for fun, relaxation,
and concentration.
iPad Class
Wednesdays • 1–2 pm Piano Lessons w/Dena Underwood
Monday • 12:30–1:30 pm
Center Stage
Dance/Music Room
Current Events Cost $60/6 weeks
Friday • 9:15–10:15 am Study the essential elements of music in this 6-week workshop!

Dining Room Bible Study Donation appreciated
Discuss articles from the newspaper or brought in by members. Friday • 11–11:30 am

Hour of Power (Devotion) w/Volunteers Center Stage
Monday–Friday • 10–10:30 am Study the bible with your friends at the WPSCC!

Check board for location Music for Mind & Spirit Donation appreciated
Begin your day with praise and worship. Thursday • 1–2 pm

Sharing & Caring Dance/Music Room
Wednesday • 9:15–10 am Discussion and demonstration of music, focusing on old-time gospel
throughout the years and form across the country!
Dining Room
Breakfast Talk: Chatting about life, experiences, advice, the Center, etc.

Social Dance Instruction w/Otis Givens
Tuesday & Friday • 1–3 pm

Center Stage Cost $3; Ages 50-59 $5

Saturday • 10 am–12 pm

Center Stage Cost $5; Ages 50-59 $7
Learn how to Cha-cha, Bop, and more! Or come refresh your skills!

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W.O.W. WITHIN OUR WORLD Basic Computer
Wednesday • 12:30–2:30 pm
COMPUTER CLASSES
Computer lab
Touchscreen 101 w/Volunteer Get a more robust perspective on the basics of using the computer.
Monday • 12:30–1 pm; Friday • 10–10:30 am Based on registration

Atrium Excel Computer
Having trouble signing in for classes or reserving your lunch? Wednesdays • 10 am–12 pm
Receive an overview of the system.
Computer lab
Computer Instruction w/Ivy Dixon Suggested Donation $1
Saturday • 10 am–12 pm

Computer Lab
Popular class on a Saturday morning. Check for space availability.

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES Wii Bowling
Tuesdays & Thursdays • 12–2 pm
Lunch
Audio/Visual Room
Suggested minimum donation $1; Ages 50-59 $3 This Game is instrumental in hand/eye coordination while providing a
physical workout.
Monday–Friday • 11:30 am–12:30 pm
Movie Time
Dining Room Wednesdays & Fridays • 12–2 pm
Enjoy a nutritious meal in a cafeteria-style setting.
Audio/Visual Room
Bingo Cost $1 Enjoy a movie at your leisure.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday • 12:45–2 pm
Scrabble
Dining Room Monday–Friday • 8:30 am–3:30 pm
Have fun socializing and playing bingo for groceries and gifts.
Atrium
Billiards
Monday–Friday • 8:30 am–3:30 pm Pinochle
Saturday • 10 am–12 pm Monday–Friday • 8:30 am–3:30 pm
Saturday • 10 am–12 pm
Game Room
Available for all skill levels! Drop in to spend time with friends or meet Game Room
new acquaintances. Learn and/or enjoy a Game of Pinochle.

Checkers Pinochle for Beginners
Monday–Friday • 8:30 am–3:30 pm Monday • 10 am

Atrium Check board for location
A board Game for two competing players. Who can capture more of their Learn to play pinochle from some of WPSCC’s best players!
opponent’s checkers?
Coffee Time
Dominoes
Monday–Friday • 8:30 am–3:30 pm Cost varies according to items offered

Atrium Monday–Friday • 9–10:30 am
A Game of hand/eye coordination in matching. Lots of fun!
Dining Room
Ping Pong Enjoy a light breakfast with bagels, toast, tea, and coffee. Special danish
Monday–Friday • 8:30 am–3:30 pm occasionally available.

Check board for location Trivia Fun
Table tennis anyone? Have fun and exercise too! Monday, Wednesday, Friday • 11 am
Tuesday, Thursday • 12:30 pm

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September 2017

TAKE A TRIP WITH YOUR FRIENDS AT WPSCC!

COLUMBUS FLEA MARKET

September 2 • Departing 8:00a.m. Returning 5:00p.m.
Cost: $25.00 members $30.00 non-members
$10.00 non-refundable deposit, Final payment August 18th

CASINO TRIP – SANDS, BETHLEHEM, PA

Monday, September 11 • Bus Departs 8:45 am
Cost: $35

Lunch Bunch goes to APPLEBEE’S

Thursday, September 14 • Departure: 11 am - Return 2 pm
Cost: Individual Pay
Join us at a different Philadelphia restaurant every month!

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1 FRIDAY 6 WEDNESDAY

8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes 8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes | Computer Games
Computer Games | Ping Pong Ping Pong | Scrabble | Walk This Way
Scrabble | Walk This Way 9:00 am Coffee Time | Fitness Center Orientation
9:00 am Coffee Time | Fitness Center Orientation Open Fitness Center
Open Fitness Center 9:15 am Sharing & Caring
9:15 am Current Events 10:00 am Devotion | Excel Computer | Advisory Council
10:00 am Basic Crocheting | Devotion | Vendor Day 10:30 am Silver Sneakers | Morning Stretch
10:30 am Silver Sneakers | Morning Stretch 11:00 am Trivia Fun
11:00 am Bible Study | Trivia Fun | Zumba 11:30 am Lunch
11:30 pm Lunch 12:00 pm Movie Time
12:00 pm Movie Time 12:30 pm Pinochle | Basic Computer
12:30 pm Advanced Crocheting | Pinochle 1:00 pm Enhance Fitness | iPad Class
12:45 pm Bingo 1:30 pm Advanced Sewing
1:00 pm Social Dance Instruction 5:30 pm Evening Line Dancing

Lunch Menu—Lemon Butter Fish/Brussel Sprouts/Mushroom Lunch Menu
Rice Pilaf/Pumpernickel Bread/Diced Peaches HOT–Orange & Honey Glazed Turkey/Green Beans/Sweet
Potatoes w/Pecans/Marble Rye Bread/Pineapple
2 SATURDAY
COLD–Health Salad/Hardboiled egg/Cheese/Macaroni Salad/
CENTER CLOSED Crackers/Ranch Dressing

4 MONDAY 7 THURSDAY

CENTER CLOSED 8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes | Computer
Games | Ping Pong | Scrabble | Walk This Way
5 TUESDAY 9:00 am Coffee Time | Open Fitness Center | Quilting
9:15 am Memory Retention
8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes 10:00 am Devotion
Computer Games | Ping Pong 10:30 am Morning Stretch | Diabetic Forum
Scrabble | Walk This Way WPSCC Choir
9:00 am Coffee Time | Open Fitness Center 11:00 am Tai Chi
10:00 am Devotion 11:30 am Lunch
Canvas Art | Basic Watercolor | Chair Yoga 12:30 pm Wii Bowling | Trivia Fun
10:30 am Morning Stretch 1:00 pm Line Dancing | Music for Mind & Spirit
10:45 am Creative Movement
11:30 am Lunch Lunch Menu
12:00 pm Wii Bowling HOT–Stuffed Cabbage Bowl/Sweet & Sour Sauce/Mixed
12:30 pm Pinochle | Hands In Clay | Trivia Fun Vegetables/Rye Bread/Apple
1:00 pm Social Dance Instruction | Financial Workshop
1:30 pm Basic Sewing COLD–Sliced Chicken Reuben on Rye Bread/Cole Slaw/3
3:00 pm Zumba Bean Salad/Fresh Apple/Dressing

Please reserve next weeks’ meals!

Lunch Menu—Italian Hoagie Salad/Red Bliss Potato Salad/Wheat
Bread/Italian Dressing/Chicken Noodle Soup/Oatmeal Cookie

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8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes 8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes
Computer Games | Ping Pong Computer Games | Ping Pong
Scrabble | Walk This Way Scrabble | Walk This Way
9:00 am Coffee Time | Fitness Center Orientation 9:00 am Coffee Time | Open Fitness Center
Open Fitness Center 10:00 am Devotion | Canvas Art | Basic Watercolor
9:15 am Current Events Chair Yoga
10:00 am Basic Crocheting | Devotion | Vendor Day 10:30 am Morning Stretch
10:30 am Silver Sneakers | Morning Stretch | Spanish Class 10:45 am Creative Movement
11:00 am Bible Study | Trivia Fun 11:30 am Lunch
Zumba 12:00 pm Wii Bowling
11:30 pm Lunch 12:30 pm Pinochle | Hands In Clay | Trivia Fun
12:00 pm Movie Time The Next Chapter
12:30 pm Advanced Crocheting | Pinochle | Sunshine Club 1:00 pm Social Dance Instruction
12:45 pm Bingo 1:30 pm Basic Sewing
3:00 pm Zumba
Lunch Menu—Crab Cake/Macaroni & Chese/Zucchini
& Stewed Tomatoes/Fresh Spinach Salad/Raspberry Please reserve next weeks’ meals!
Vinaigrette/Applesauce
Lunch Menu—Manicotti/Meatballs w/Tomato Sauce &
9 SATURDAY Cheese/Broccolli & Carrots/Diced Pears/Unsweetened Cherry
Applesauce
10:00 am Billiards | Computer Class | Fitness Center
Pinochle | Social Dance | Chair Yoga 13 WEDNESDAY
11:00 am Muscle Toning with Eric
8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes | Ping Pong
11 MONDAY Computer Games | Scrabble | Walk This Way
9:00 am Coffee Time | Fitness Center Orientation
8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes Open Fitness Center
Computer Games | Ping Pong 9:15 am Sharing & Caring
Scrabble | Walk This Way | Casino Trip 10:00 am Devotion | Excel Computer | Veteran’s Club
9:00 am Coffee Time | Fitness Center Orientation 10:30 am Silver Sneakers | Morning Stretch
Open Fitness Center 11:00 am Trivia Fun
9:30 am Enhanced Fitness 11:30 am Lunch
10:00 am Basic Crocheting | Devotion | 12:00 pm Movie Time
Pinochle for Beginners | UNI Nutrition Education 12:15 pm Program Planning Meeting
10:30 am Morning Stretch | Whatchamacallit Class 12:30pm Pinochle|BasicComputer |FranklinInstitute
11:00 am Trivia Fun | Produce Truck American Sign Language
11:30 am Lunch 12:45 pm Bingo
12:30 pm Advance Crocheting | Piano Lessons | Pinochle 1:00 pm Enhance Fitness | iPad Class
American Sign Language 1:30 pm Advanced Sewing
12:45 pm Bingo 5:30 pm Evening Line Dancing
1:00 pm Line Dancing | Cyber Cafe | Beginner Computer
Lunch Menu
Please reserve next weeks’ meals! HOT–Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Breast/Pineapple/Peppers/
Onions/Rice Medley/Wheat Bread/Fresh Orange
Lunch Menu—Grilled Chicken/Cauliflower Cheese Bake/
Sugar Snap Peas & Red Peppers/Sweet Corn/Wheat Roll/Lite COLD–Three Cheese Sandwich on 7 Grain Bread/Cucumber
Blueberry Cake Salad/Carrot Raisin Salad/Lettuce/Tomato/Mayo/Fresh Orange

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14 THURSDAY 18 MONDAY

8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes | Computer 8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes | Computer Games
Games | Ping Pong | Scrabble | Walk This Way Ping Pong | Scrabble | Walk This Way
9:00 am Coffee Time | Open Fitness Center | Quilting 9:00 am Coffee Time | Fitness Center Orientation
9:15 am Memory Retention Open Fitness Center
10:00 am Devotion | Flu Shots 9:30 am Enhance Fitness
10:30 am Morning Stretch | Diabetic Forum | WPSCC Choir 10:00 am Basic Crocheting | Devotion
11:00 am Tai Chi Pinochle for Beginners | UNI Nutrition Education
11:30 am Lunch | Lunch Bunch 10:30 am Morning Stretch | Whatchamacallit Class
12:30 pm Wii Bowling | Trivia Fun 11:00 am Trivia Fun
1:00 pm Line Dancing | Music for Mind & Spirit 11:30 am Lunch
12:30 pm Advance Crocheting | Piano Lessons | Pinochle
Please reserve next weeks’ meals! American SIgn Language
12:45 pm Bingo
Lunch Menu 1:00 pm Line Dancing | Beginner Computer
HOT– Cheese Burger/Scalloped Tomato & Green Beans/Cole
Slaw/Hamburger Roll/Mixed Fruit Please reserve next weeks’ meals!

COLD–Chicken Salad Platter/Marinated Carrot Salad/Tropical Lunch— Egg Roll/Marinated Cucumbers & Red Peppers/7 Grain
Fruit Mix/Soft Mini Bagel Bread/Fresh Apple

15 FRIDAY 19 TUESDAY

8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes 8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes
Computer Games | Ping Pong Computer Games | Ping Pong
Scrabble | Walk This Way Scrabble | Walk This Way
9:00 am Coffee Time | Fitness Center Orientation 9:00 am Coffee Time | Open Fitness Center
Open Fitness Center Traveling Nailery
9:15 am Current Events 10:00 am Devotion | Canvas Art | Basic Watercolor
10:00 am Basic Crocheting | Devotion | Spanish Class Chair Yoga
10:30 am Silver Sneakers | Morning Stretch 10:30 am Morning Stretch
11:00 am Bible Study | Trivia Fun | Zumba Choose My Plate (BTC/PCA)
11:30 pm Lunch 10:45 am Creative Movement
12:00 pm Movie Time 11:30 am Lunch
12:30 pm Advanced Crocheting | Pinochle 12:00 pm Wii Bowling
1:00 pm Social Dance Instruction 12:30 pm Pinochle | Hands In Clay | Trivia Fun
The Next Chapter
Lunch Menu—Sliced Roast Beef/Onion Gravy/Glazed Sweet 1:00 pm Social Dance Instruction
Potatoes/Broccoli Florettes/Fresh Tossed Salad/Dressing/ 1:30 pm Basic Sewing
Lemon Squares/Milk 3:00 pm Zumba

16 SATURDAY Please reserve next weeks’ meals!

10:00 am Billiards | Computer Class Lunch Menu—Turkey Ham & Cheese/Lettuce/Tomato/Mayo/7
Fitness Center | Pinochle Grain Bread/Cole Slaw/Tomato Soup/Mixed Fruit
Social Dance | Chair Yoga
English as a Second Language
11:00 am Muscle Toning with Eric

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8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes | Computer Games 8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes
Ping Pong | Scrabble | Walk This Way Computer Games | Ping Pong
9:00 am Coffee Time | Fitness Center Orientation Scrabble | Walk This Way
Open Fitness Center 9:00 am Coffee Time | Fitness Center Orientation
9:15 am Sharing & Caring Open Fitness Center
10:00 am Devotion | Excel Computer | Rap Session 9:15 am Current Events
10:30 am Silver Sneakers | Morning Stretch 10:00 am Basic Crocheting | Devotion
11:00 am Trivia Fun | Town Meeting Spanish Class
11:30 am Lunch 10:30 am Silver Sneakers | Morning Stretch
12:00 pm Movie Time 11:00 am Bible Study | Trivia Fun
12:30 pm Pinochle | Basic Computer Zumba
American Sign Language 11:30 am Lunch
12:45 pm Bingo 12:00 pm Movie Time
1:00 pm Enhance Fitness | iPad Class | Sewing Class 12:30 pm Advanced Crocheting | Pinochle
1:30 pm Advanced Sewing 12:45 pm September Birthday Party
5:30 pm Evening Line Dancing 1:00 pm Social Dance Instruction
Lunch Menu
HOT–Baked Ziti / Green & Wax Beans/Tossed Salad/Italian Lunch Menu—Vegetable Deluxe Omelet/Brandied Peaches/
Dressing/Mandarin Oranges English Muffin/Applesauce
COLD–Tuna Salad Nicoise/Vegetable Pasta Salad/Olive Oil
Dressing/Mandarin Oranges/Wheat Roll 23 SATURDAY

21 THURSDAY CENTER CLOSED

8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes | Computer 25 MONDAY
Games | Ping Pong | Scrabble | Walk This Way
9:00 am Coffee Time | Open Fitness Center | Quilting 8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes | Ping Pong
9:15 am Memory Retention Computer Games | Scrabble | Walk This Way
10:00 am Devotion 9:00 am Coffee Time | Fitness Center Orientation
10:30 am Morning Stretch | Diabetic Forum Open Fitness Center
WPSCC Choir 9:30 am Enhanced Fitness
11:00 am Tai Chi 10:00 am Basic Crocheting | Devotion
11:30 am Lunch Pinochle for Beginners
12:30 pm Wii Bowling | Trivia Fun UNI Nutrition Education
1:00 pm Line Dancing | Music for Mind & Spirit 10:30 am Morning Stretch | Whatchamacallit Class
NewMemberOrientation
Lunch Menu 11:00 am Trivia Fun | Produce Truck
HOT–Herb Roasted Turkey/Carmalized Onions & Carrots/ 11:30 am Lunch
Mashed Cauliflower & Potato/Sugar Snap Peas/Marble Rye 12:30 pm American Sign Language | Pinochle
Bread/Chocolate Pudding Advance Crocheting | Piano Lessons
12:45 pm Bingo
COLD–Cranberry Almond Chicken Spinach Salad/Marinated 1:00 pm Line Dancing | Beginner Computer
Cauliflower & Broccoli Salad/Chocolate Pudding/Wheat
Roll/Balsamic Dressing Please reserve next weeks’ meals!

Lunch Menu—Seafood Salad/Lettuce/Tomato/Cheese/
Carrot Raisin Salad/Whole Wheat Pita

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8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes | Computer Games 8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes | Computer Games
Ping Pong | Scrabble | Walk This Way Ping Pong | Scrabble | Walk This Way
9:00 am Coffee Time | Open Fitness Center 9:00 am Coffee Time | Open Fitness Center | Quilting
10:00 am Devotion | Canvas Art | Chair Yoga 9:15 am Memory Retention
10:30 am Morning Stretch 10:00 am Devotion
10:45 am Creative Movement 10:30 am Diabetic Forum | Morning Stretch
11:30 am Lunch 11:00 am Tai Chi
12:00 pm Wii Bowling 11:30 am Lunch
12:30 pm Pinochle | Trivia Fun 12:30 pm Wii Bowling | Trivia Fun
The Next Chapter 1:00 pm Line Dancing | Music for Mind & Spirit
1:00 pm Social Dance Instruction
1:30 pm Basic Sewing Lunch Menu
3:0 0 pm Zumba HOT–Traditional Meatloaf/Seasoned Potato Cubes/Peas &
Carrots/7 Grain Bread/Lite Vanilla Cake
Please reserve next weeks’ meals !
COLD–Sonoma Chicken Salad/German Potato Salad/Wheat
Lunch Menu—Sliced Roast Beef w/Honey Bourbon Sauce/ Bread/Vinaigrette Dressing/Vanilla Cake
Sweet Potato Cubes/Green Beans w/Almonds/Wheat Bread/
Tropical Fruit Mix 29 FRIDAY

27 WEDNESDAY 8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes
Computer Games | Ping Pong
8:30 am Billiards | Checkers | Dominoes | Computer Games Scrabble | Walk This Way
Ping Pong | Scrabble | Walk This Way 9:00 am Coffee Time | Fitness Center Orientation
9:00 am Coffee Time | Fitness Center Orientation Open Fitness Center
Open Fitness Center 9:15 am Current Events
9:15 am Sharing & Caring 10:00 am Basic Crocheting | Devotion
10:00 am Devotion | Excel Computer 10:30 am Silver Sneakers | Morning Stretch
Franklin Institute Trip 11:00 am Bible Study | Trivia Fun
10:30 am Silver Sneakers | Morning Stretch Zumba
11:00 am Trivia Fun 11:30 pm Lunch
11:30 am Lunch 12:00 pm Movie Time
12:00 pm Movie Time 12:30 pm Advanced Crocheting | Pinochle
12:30 pm Pinochle|BasicComputer|CaregiverSupportGroup 1:00 pm Social Dance Instruction
American Sign Language
12:45 pm Bingo Lunch Menu—Lemon Butter Fish/Brussel Sprouts/Mushroom
1:00 pm Enhance Fitness | iPad Class Rice Pilaf/Pumpernickel Bread/Diced Peaches
1:30 pm Advanced Sewing
5:30 pm Evening Line Dancing 30 SATURDAY

Lunch Menu 10:00 am Billiards | Computer Class
HOT–BBQ Pulled Chicken/Brown Rice/Spinach Salad/Dressing/ Fitness Center | Pinochle | Chair Yoga
Fresh Pear v 11:00 am Muscle Toning with Eric

COLD–Turkey & Cheese Sandwich/Wheat Roll/Carrot Raisin
Salad/Lettuce/Tomato/Mustard/Pineapple

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September 2017

is coming to

SCIENCE WITH THE FRANKLIN INSTITUTE

Every Wednesday from October 4 — November 15 • 12:30 – 1:30 pm

Learn what climate change means for you, and what you can do about it. free trip to The Franklin Institute
Science Museum. Fun, hands-on experiments, plants you can take home, and more!
Wednesday September 13 – An Introductory Workshop 12:30 pm
Wednesday, September 20 – Sign-up, Questions & Answers
Wednesday, September 27 – A visit to The Franklin Institute w/Lunch 10 am – 1 pm
Wednesday, October 4 – Classes begin 12:30 pm
To register for the class and/or trip, please visit our touch screen in the Atrium.
Please note: The bus has limited seating.

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W.O.W. WITHIN OUR WORLD

SENDING WELL WISHES

Seifullah Abdul-Salaam Peggy Butler
Cynthia Faire Dolores Richardson-Bey
Willia Seabrook Alma Scott
Alice Scott Gloria Fleming
Johnnie Arnold Laura Ellison
Sarah Ancrum Rosa Gregory
Eva Talbot

If you know of any of our members who are ill or are in SPECIAL MEETINGS
need of some Well Wishes, please let the Center counselor
know. We need to keep in touch with everyone. Program Planning Committee
Wednesday, September 13 • 12:15 pm
WPSCC is in search of volunteers to be part of the Sunshine Club.
Responsibilities include contacting and mailing cards to our ill Pottery Room
and shut-in members. Sunshine Club meeting is scheduled for the The Program Planning Committee meets once a
2nd Friday of each month in the Dance/Music Room (rear) from month to assist in the planning and evaluating of
12:30–1:30 pm Center programs and activities.

TO ALL OF OUR MEMBERS Town Meeting
BORN IN SEPTEMBER! Wednesday, September 20 • 11–11:30 am

Everyone is invited for a birthday celebration Dining Room
in the Dining Room on September 22! Open discussion between staff and Center members

Dazzling Red Hatters Meeting
Friday, September 22 • 10 am

Music/Dance
Meet with the Red Hat members in our monthly
meeting

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September 2017

In-Home Support
Program

What does the program offer?

The In-Home Support Program (IHSP) provides
NO COST support services through local senior
centers to individuals 60 and older. Services help
prevent or postpone further decline and promote
independence and help the individual gain control.
Individuals receive services delivered in the home,
as well as counseling and assistance with accessing
benefits and entitlements.

What services can IHSP provide?

• Home-delivered meals, transportation, and
senior companionship for as long as these
services are needed.

• Help with household tasks (cleaning, shopping,
meal preparation) for up to 6 months.

• Personal care (bathing, dressing, toileting)
for up to 4 weeks if criteria is met.

One-time or occasional assistance with:

• Heavy cleaning
• Extermination
• Home repairs
• Counseling and assistance with accessing

benefits and entitlements

Who is eligible?

Individuals who are age 60 and older who are
temporarily homebound (unable to safely leave
home without personal assistance or supervision)
due to mental or physical illness, disability, frailty, or
extreme weather conditions.

Eligibility is not based on individual or
household income.

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W.O.W. – Within Our World

published by the West Philadelphia Senior Community Center

West Philadelphia Senior Community Center
1016 N. 41st St., Philadelphia, PA 19104

To see all of the W.O.W. that happens at our center, go to www.westphilaseniorcenter.org.

SuppIonr-Ht oPmroegram

welcomes our new intern—
Naimah Wright-Jones

Naimah is a senior at West Chester University. She will be
graduating in May with a Bachelors in Social Work. Her title is
Outreach Specialist Intern.
She will reach out to various physician offices, churches, hospital
and community events etc. for outreach opportunities to
introduce the In-Home Support Program.
Naimah will schedule and coordinate outreaches with various
professionals to ensure community involvement.
Please join us in welcoming Naimah!