Class List
Social Services and Support Groups
Holly McNeill, MSW LICSW
932-4044 x 2
The Social Worker at the Senior Center of West Seattle works at the center 20 hours a week. She provides education and training, information and resource referral, and counseling and consultation to older adults and their families. If you or someone you care about is experiencing difficulties – emotional, mental, physical, legal, or financial - she can connect you to helpful programs and services. She is also initiating an outreach program to more isolated and frail older adults in the West Seattle community. Volunteers are being recruited to be matched with these identified older adults. If you are interested in learning more about any of the above information you can call Holly McNeill at 206-932-4044 ext#2
1. POWERFUL TOOLS FOR CAREGIVERS (six weeks) Offered Annually. Emphasizes how important it is for unpaid family caregivers to TAKE CARE OF THEMSELVES, as well as their loved one(s). We explore the stressors in being a caregiver and how to successfully navigate this unpredictable journey.
2. LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS (runs six weeks) Offered Annually. Explores the social/emotional/functional impact on our lives caused by chronic conditions, eg diabetes, arthritis, digestive, neurological, cardiac, respiratory or skeletal disorders, low vision, etc. We can’t cure the condition, but we can learn many effective tools for managing it, and breaking the following vicious cycle: disease process-pain-tension-shortness of breath, fatigue.
3. A MATTER OF BALANCE (runs eight weeks) Offered Annually. Addresses the fear of falling, reduces the risk of falls by encouraging activity and building confidence, teaches exercises that promote better balance, evaluates the safety of your home environment, among other things.
Support Group - Embracing Your Life
Dates: Mondays (May 6 - June 24) (no grp 5/27)
Time: 1pm-2pm
Cost: Suggested donation $5/meeting
Facilitated by Laurie Becharas LMFT and Holly McNeill, LICSW
Info: Are you feeling overwhelmed by changes in your health, relationships, housing, mobility, or income? Looking for ways to make new connections,
communicate, increase self-esteem, manage anxiety, cultivate acceptance? You are not alone. This is an ongoing group for exploring issues of change, loss and
life transitions. Share stories, learn coping strategies, give and receive support. All sharing is confidential.
Hearing Loss Group
Dates: Last Wed of month
Time: 1-2 pm (May 29 and June 26)
The hearing Loss group is facilitated by David Kietzke and Holly McNeill. The group is open to anyone experiencing issues related to hearing loss. We often have presenters on topics such as communication techniques, assistive devices and other topics that the group finds important. We also take “field trips” to community programs and stores that serve people with hearing loss.
Information and referral with basic needs assistance, housing or moving issues, psychosocial or medical concerns, grief support, issues of aging, etc.
Enhance Wellness
FREE
Individual sessions designed to support a healthy lifestyle. Perhaps you need encouragement to increase physical activity, eat more healthily, socialize more, reduce stress? Starting with an initial evaluation, you then set a goal and create an action plan for attaining your goal. In subsequent meetings, we track your process, problem-solve difficulties, and you achieve desired change.
Low Vision Support Group FREE
Dates: Second Wednesdays of every month
Time: 1-2 pm (June 12)
The Low vision group is open to all people who are dealing with issues related to poor vision no matter how early or advanced in the vision loss continuum you find yourself. We offer tips, support, resources and sharing around issues of low vision. We also take "field trips" to various places, including local vision assistance program and stores.
Transitions
Dates: Every Wednesday from 11am - 12 noon.
Drop in. Newcomers always welcome. Donation $1
Info: Facilitated discussion on various topics of interest, be it personal, societal, intellectual, philosophical or emotional. Friendly and supportive. We often have outside speakers present topics of interest.
Hearing Loss Group
Dates: Last Wednesday of the month
Time: 1-2pm (May 29 and June 26)
The hearing Loss group is facilitated by David Kietzkeand Holly McNeill. The group is open to anyone experiencing issues related to hearing loss. We often have presenters on topics such as communication techniques, assistive devices and other topics that the group finds important. We also take “field trips” to community programs and stores that serve people with hearing loss.
Understanding the Property Tax System.
Date: Thursday, May 30 — 12:15
Time: 12:15
• Wondering where your property tax dollars go?
• Seeking answers on your property valuations?
King County provides a number of senior related exemptions for qualified seniors and veterans. King County Assessor Lloyd Hara will address the property assessments process, valuations, senior exemptions, online services and the appeal process. For more information visit www.kingcounty.gov/assessor.
Health and Wellness
Enhance Fitness Exercise Classes
Dates: Mon., Wed. & Fri. (on-going)
Times: 8:00-9:00am and 9:00-10:00 am (2 sessions)
Cost: Free to Group Health members or $30 for 5 weeks
Info: Innovative and fun strength-training classes, using wrist and ankle weights, aerobics, balance and stretching.
Upper Body Instruction with Megg Hagele
Dates: Tuesdays
Times: 12:15 - 12:45pm
Cost: FREE
Easy, gentle exercise - good for circulation, gaining strength in hands and arms and breathing correctly.
Footcare
Dates: Mondays (ongoing)
Time: Call 206-932-4044 ext.1 for an appointment
Cost Footcare: $20 member/$22 non-member.
Cancellations must be made by 4pm Friday prior to appointment to avoid being charged.
Tai Chi with Steve Coates
Dates: Mondays
Time: 11:00-11:45 am
Dates: Thursdays
Time: 2:15 pm-3:15 pm
Cost: $10/drop-in, monthly fee of $64 members/$80 non-member for 4 week class
Gentle Yoga, Drop-in with Leo Dunbar
Date & Time: Wednesdays 9:30am-10:30 am
Cost: $5 members, $7 non-members
Info: Chair and standing postures—(no floor-sitting)
Improve breathing, posture, flexibility, balance and peace of mind. Postures can be adapted to your abilities or limitations. Wear loose and comfortable clothing.
Easy Movement with Leo Dunbar
Date: Mondays
(First Monday FREE class of each month is FREE!)
Time: 9:30 to 10:30 am
Cost: $5 mem./$7 non-mem.
Gentle movement works all areas of the body gently, easing stiff muscle and joint pain. Some gentle yoga movement is included. Mostly sitting, and some standing. Please sign up with receptionist - 206-932-4044.
Chair Massage by Erik LaSeur
Dates: Fridays 9:30-11:50am
Time: 15 minute appointments, sign up at front desk
Cost: $7 member/$9 non-member
Dental Hygiene with Jan Loder RDH
Date: Friday, June 28
Time: Starting with appointments at 9:00 am
Healthy Pearls for Seniors is a low cost dental hygiene program to promote healthy teeth and gums. Cleanings along with oral cancer screenings are done here at the
center by appointment. Fee Based. Call Jan Loder direct at 206-448-4023.
Reiki Energy Days
Dates: June 13
Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm (30 minute sessions)
Cost: Members $10, Non-members $14
Reiki is a Japanese technique for promoting healing and relaxation and reducing stress. It works as a support with other medical and therapeutic techniques promoting recovery. Register for appointments (206) 932-4044 x. 1
Free Blood Pressure Readings
Date: Wednesdays - 12:00 to 12:30 pm
NO appointment needed
By Leon Sullivan Health Center
Defensive Driving Workshops
Taught by Rhea Lutton
Dates: Fridays May 24 and 31 / June 21 and 28
Time: 9 am - 1 pm
Cost: $12 to AARP members, $14 for non members
Register: Call 206-932-4044 x1
Art & Languages
Book Reading Group
Dates: Tuesday
Time: 1:00 pm to 2:30pm
Cost: suggested donation $1mem/$2 non-member
Our next book is Your Medical Mind: How to Decide What is Right for You. Making the right medical choices is harder than ever, and this book will help you make the best ones for you or a loved one. Join us for a different way to enjoy and learn from a book. We take turns reading out loud in the group, and when there’s something someone would like to discuss, we stop to talk about it. New readers are always welcome. Questions? Contact Fred Matthews at seafam2010@gmail.com.
West Seattle Quilters
Dates: First and Third Tuesdays
Time: 7:00 pm at the Senior Center
Cost: Retreats are $20 per full day and $10 half day
Regular meetings include special projects such as Block of the Month, Mystery Quilts, or Group Charity Projects. There is always Show & Tell and members share advice on members’ projects. Mini-Retreats are held quarterly at the Senior Center with members bringing machines, projects, irons, etc. Each year, members design and create a Raffle Quilt with proceeds going to the Senior Center.
Current Events
Dates: Tuesdays
Time: 1:00 to 2:30 pm
Current Events will start again with added discussion on Great Decision topics.
Conversational Spanish
Dates: Fridays
Time: 1pm-2pm
Cost: $1 members/$2 non members
Suzanne Duffy-Kane, retired world language educator will facilitate an informal group to speak conversational Spanish. Speakers of Spanish, people who have
studied some Spanish and enthusiastic “Newbies” are invited to attend.
Watercolor painting classes w/Leo Dunbar
Space is limited. Pre-registration required for each series.
Dates: June 3, 10,17 24
Cost: $20 mem./$28 non-members per series
Time: 12:30 to 2:00 pm
Info: No drawing skills? No problem. The paintings are pre-drawn; but if you want to draw your own, paper will be provided. Look for his prints on display around the senior center. For more information, and a complete list of art supplies call 206-932-4044 or call Leo at 206-412-5125, or email Leo at leo-dunbar@hotmail.com
Games and Recreation
Cribbage
Dates: Tuesdays
Time: 12:30pm
Cost: $1 members, $2 non-members
BINGO for $$’s! Every Friday!
Time: 11:00 am
Cost: Buy-ins are only $6 plus additional games.
Poker
Dates: Wednesdays
Time: 1:00-3:00pm
Cost: donation of $2 (divided with the Center) and a grocery gift certificate for the winner.
Info: Friendly rules and no money bets.
Alki Duplicate Bridge Club
Dates: Mondays (ongoing)
Dates: Wednesdays (ongoing)
Time: 10:30 am to 2:30 pm with a short break for lunch between 12:00 and 12:30. Call Nick Tipton 206-484-3303 for space availability.
Monday Pinochle — no partner needed!
Dates: Mondays (ongoing)
Time: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Cost: $1.50 members/$2.50 non-members
Thursday Pinochle — no partner needed!
Dates: Thursdays (ongoing)
Time: 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Cost: $1.50 members/$2.50 non-members.
Bridge
Dates: Wednesdays (ongoing)
Time: 9:00 a.m.— Noon
Cost: $1 members/$2 non-members
Senior Bowling League
Dates: Mondays (ongoing)
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Place: West Seattle Bowl, 4505 39th SW
MahJong: (beginning)
Dates: Wednesdays
Time: 1:00 pm
Cost: $1 members, $2 non-members
Info: Stretch your brain---learn MahJong: ancient Chinese ‘tiles’ game, not unlike rummy.
Want to Learn Some New Games?
Robert Henson has offered to set up and teach the following games; Canasta, Hand & Foot, UNO, Rook, Spades. When minimum to play is met he will contact you for a “play day”. Contact Robert Henson at 206-604-7600 or cokedrinker2@att.net.
Music & Dancing
Ukulele, Sing-Along
(open to all musicians and singers)
Dates: Mondays (ongoing)
Time: 1:00 pm
Cost: $1 members/ $2 non-members
Northwest Accordion Society
Date: Monday, June 10
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 pm
Invites community and all ages to hear their monthly concerts at Senior Center West Seattle.
Donation: $5 -$10 depends on program
Info: John Giuliani 425-255-2121 or Birgit Ages 206-368-9720
Line Dancing Lessons with Yvonne Martin
Dates: Thursdays (ongoing)
Time: 10:45 am—11:45 am
Cost: $2 members/ $3 non-member
Band Jam
Dates: Mondays (ongoing)
Time: 2:30 - 4:30
All instruments invited.
Group plays old familiar standards. Bring music if you want the musicians to play a special song. Listeners and dancers are welcome to hear the group or “trip the light fantastic” on the dance floor.
Computer Classes
Digital Photography class with Joanne Murray
Learn how to use your digital camera to take better pictures of family or travel photos
Date: Tuesday, June 4 and/or Thursday, June 6
Time: 2-4pm
Cost: Two hour class: $20 members/$40 non-members
Pre-register and more information:
Joanne Murray 206-932-6064
Email: murraysj2@msn.com
Your digital camera can take good pictures, but when you know how to set the menu to the proper settings you will be able to take much better pictures. Joanne Murray, Cr. Photog., FP, digital photography instructor will help you learn what each menu can be set to, for the best results.
Joanne Murray has been teaching photography to professional and amateur photographers and educators for over 40 yrs. with very easy to understand terms so you will understand your camera better. Class size is limited so that you receive individual attention. Bring your camera, instruction book, fresh batteries and memory card to take pictures with each setting and to practice using your camera in the class.
Basic Computer 1 Classes with Burke Dykes
Dates: Tues. & Thurs. May 28 & 30/ June 4 & 6
Time: 9:30 - 11:30am
Cost: $5 members/$10 non-members all 4 classes!
Learn about your Mobile Devices or Apps
Dates: Second Tuesdays, Third Thursdays thru Sept.
June 11, 20; July 9, 18; Aug 13, 15; Sept 10, 19
Time: 9:30 to 11:30 am
Cost: Each date is $10 mem./$15 non-mem.
Legal Assistance
Senior Rights Assistance
Dates: 2nd Tuesdays- June 11
Time: Call the center for other appointments times 932-4044 x1
Info: Medicare Insurance Advisor/Senior Rights with Gary Shinkoskey.
Legal Assistance from Attorneys with Elder Law & Estate Planning Experience
Attorney: John Llewellyn
Dates: Thursdays, June 6 & 20
Time: Appointments start at 10:00 am
Appointments: 206-932-4044 ext. 1
Cost: FREE 20 Minute Consultations
Consultations
Attorney: Nancy Sorensen
Dates: Tuesdays- June 18
Time: Appointments starting at 2:00 pm
Appointments: 206-932-4044 ext. 1
Cost: FREE 20 Minute Consultations
Community/Neighborhood Legal Clinic
Sponsored by Bar Association
Dates: Tuesdays, May 28th
Dates: Tuesdays, June 4th, 11th, 25th
Time: Appointments start at 7:00 pm
Appointments: 206-267-7070
Cost: Free