Focus: HOPE

Focus: HOPE now offering FREE monthly food distribution on the second Thursday of every month,11-11:30am, in the Senior Center parking lot.

This program is for seniors 60+. For additional information, Focus: HOPE can be reached at 313-494-4600.

Dementia Friendly Movie - at Emagine Theater in Saline

Tickets for Dementia Friendly Screening events are just $5.00 each. Free snacks. To reserve your tickets email dementiafriendlysaline@gmail.com. Movies are shown on the second Wednesdays of the month.

Washtenaw Support Network for Caregivers

Washtenaw Support Network for Caregivers is a new program to support informal/family caregivers of older adults (age 60+; the caregiver can be an adult of any age). They offer a variety of services, all at no cost to the caregivers.

Program offerings can be found here http://michmed.org/washtenawcaregivers

Questions can be directed to washtenawcaregivers@umich.edu or 998-9352

AAA-IB - New skills-building platform offered for family caregivers

The Area Agency on Aging 1-B is offering Trualta, a free online platform designed to help family caregivers navigate challenges, find local resources, and connect with others.

Trualta’s learning modules, on subjects ranging from handling a loved one’s resistance to taking medications to managing pressure wounds, to taking care of oneself, can be read, listened to or watched. There are resources, articles, checklists, videos, quizzes, and webinars to choose from. There is a chat function so caregivers can learn from each other and support groups that welcome participation.

To use Trualta, the family caregiver and/or the older adult (60+) must live in one of the six counties served by AAA 1-B (Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, and Washtenaw).

To sign up, visit aaa1b.trualta.com. You’ll be asked to answer a few eligibility questions and to create a login to enter the platform.

For additional information, call 833-262-2200 or email trualta@aaa1b.org.

Snack & Learn - How to Advocate for me

Thursday, Jan 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm -

Snacks & Refreshments Provided

Snack & Learn Series - Presented by LifeChoices, Nicole Boyer

Thursday, Feb 29, 11am-12:00pm - Snack & Learn: Unlocking Mental Agility

Thursday, Mar 28, 11am-12:00pm - Snack & Learn - Navigating Tomorrow: Fearless

New Advancements in Alzheimer's Treatment

Thursday, Jan 11, 11:30am-12:30pm

There has been a lot in the news recently about new treatment advances. In this program we will discuss FDA-approved treatments for Alzheimer’s disease; the impact of anti-amyloid treatments on the brain, their potential benefits and side effects; and the pathways to access treatment.

Telephones for Hearing Loss - Presented by OEI

Thursday, Jan 11, 1:00-2:00pm

Ideal for people with hearing loss. This program is available at no cost to the user for people with hearing loss under Title IV of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). In order to receive a CapTel IP-based telephone at no charge, applicants must submit a simple form signed by a professional who is qualified to evaluate hearing loss.

The Love, Lure, and Lore of The Laundry Line

Tuesday, Jan 30, 10:00am-12:00pm

The laundry line? What's there to talk about? Anne will take you on a nostalgic trip back in time to the days when everyone hung their wash on the line to dry – when they went online without the internet! There will be memories to share, links between the clothesline and social/cultural issues, history, feminism, psychology, sociology, and ecology. You will hear why "solar drying" – that wonderful free sun – is once again the way to go in today's eco-conscious world. There will be personal stories, delightful slides to see, along with a peek at Anne's vast collection of laundry memorabilia. We may end up with a laundry list of things to think about, but she won't leave us hanging while airing her thoughts. She will pin things down for us, and try to remove any hang-ups we may have about using the clothesline. So, come join us and let's hang out together!

AARP Ride@50+ Transportation Programming

Thursday, Feb 15, 11:00am-12:00pm

AARP Ride@50+ Transportation Programming in Washtenaw County

Looking to stop driving as much, or even all together? The Ride@50+ Program is an easy-to-use, end-to-end trip planner with local transportation options all in one place. The program can help you find and book transportation providers that will take you to your appointments, work, shopping and more – all without driving! Learn more about the Ride@50+ Program and discover how to help make getting from point A to point B simple, affordable, and efficient.

Interested in learning to quilt?

We are looking at offering a class to learn basic quilting. If you're interested, please email seniors@pittsfield-mi.gov. We'll let you know if we get enough interest to move forward with a class.

Introduction to Spanish - Beginner - $63NR/$57R

Fridays, Jan 12 - Feb 16, 11:15am - 12:15pm

In this Spanish class we will focus on learning vocabulary and simple daily phrases in the present tense. Emphasis on conversational Spanish. All students are responsible for bringing their own supplies and text. Textbook - "Ven Conmigo" Holt Spanish 1. 

Introduction to Spanish - Continuing - $63NR/$57R

Fridays, Jan 12 - Feb 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

This Spanish class is a continuation of the class that began in September or if you have previous experience. We will continue to focus on learning vocabulary and simple daily phrases in the present tense. Emphasis on conversational Spanish. All students are responsible for bringing their own supplies and text. Textbook - "Ven Conmigo" Holt Spanish 1. 

Intro to Ballroom Dancing (Jan - Feb) - $63NR/$57R

Fridays, Jan 5 - Feb 9, 12:30 - 1:30pm

Would you like to move across the dance floor with ease and grace? Do you need to spruce up your dance moves for an approaching wedding? Ballroom dancing is fun to learn and great exercise for the body and the mind.

Tai Chi Beginner Yang Style - $67.50NR/$63R

Mondays, Jan 8 - Mar 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

This class is for people who are new to Tai Chi, people who have previous experience and need a refresher course, and people interested in an introduction to Yang Family Style. Students will do Tai Chi movement warm up exercises and work on "First Loop" or about the first twenty movements of the Yang Family Style 108 Long Form. No Class 1/15, 2/19 & 2/26.

Rock Painting - $7NR/$5R

Wednesday, Jan 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Have you found those cute painted rocks around town? Want to learn how to paint these? Discover fun and easy ways to paint rocks. The fee includes all the specialized paints, tools, ideas and instruction. Two rock maximum per participant.

Create a 3D Landscape using Mixed Media - $35NR/$30R

Wednesday, Feb 21 & 28, 10:00 - 11:30m

Start with a blank plank canvas and your imagination. Paint your own landscape and finish with natural sticks & painted rocks to create your own 3D landscape art. Materials included. This class is two days.

Book Club

Wednesday, Jan 10, 10:30 - 11:30am

No Book Club in December. Group resumes Jan 10th with a special, get to know you session. Bring a dish to share.

Living Solo Social Hour

First Mondays in Jan - Mar, 12:30 - 1:30pm

January meeting is scheduled Jan 8th due to holiday closure.

This time is for our seniors who are living solo and would like to meet up for a social hour. Talk about your interests, hobbies, etc. and get to know others who are also living solo. This is not intended to be a support group or for married individuals.

Flower Arrangers - $10/class

Thursdays, Jan 11 - Mar 28, 9:30 - 11:00am (no classes in Feb)

$20 for first session, $10 for each additional session. Class requires commitment and communication with lead regarding attendance for flower orders. All new participants must sign up by Tuesday for the Thursday session.

Investment Workshops - Presented by Edward Jones - FREE

Wednesdays, 3:30 - 4:30pm

• Jan 17 - What Happens After the Paychecks Stop? A Retirement Income Primer
• Feb 21 - The Four Pillars of the New Retirement Seminar
• March 20 - Health Care and Your Retirement Seminar

WCC - Drawing & Painting our Favorite Things - FREE (65+)

Thursdays, Jan 18 - Mar 21, 1:00 - 3:00pm

This class will focus on what makes us happy. Brown paper packages tied up with strings? Whisker on kittens? Sentimental knick knack? Photos of loved ones?

This is open to those who wish to draw and/or paint with watercolor, and even play with mixed media. We'll begin with simple items, and as always I'll do demos and share my 'tricks' on making it easier. Mandalas are a fun way to repeat images of what we love. We will also look at examples of art that inspire happiness and ideas from the book "HAPPINESS 25 ways to live joyfully through art."

Basic drawing supplies are fine. Basic watercolor set is fine for those who prefer painting.

WCC - Finding Flexibility - Feldenkrais - FREE (65+)

Tuesdays, Jan 16 - Feb 6, 1:00 - 2:00pm

This series will take place sitting in a chair. Re-discover flexibility in your spine, hips, shoulders and feet using gentle but effective movements from the Feldenkrais Method. Leave class each week feeling refreshed and renewed. Possible outcomes include better balance and gait and improved overall mobility. Feldenkrais classes emphasize improved body awareness within the context of functional movement patterns to create lasting change. You can feel better in your body!

The instructor has been a Feldenkrais practitioner for 15 years and has taught to a wide variety of students.

WCC - Tai Chi 24 Form - FREE (65+)

Tuesdays, Jan 16 - Mar 19, 2:30 - 3:30pm

Yang-Style Tai Chi 24 form is the most popular and widely practiced form of Tai Chi. Its movements are larger, gentle, slow and evenly-paced. Regular practice of Yang-Style Tai Chi improves general health for the practitioner as the exercise keeps the joints flexible and the bones and muscles strong.Improved balance is another benefit of Tai Chi.

WCC - Tai Chi Beginner Yang Style Mondays - FREE (65+)

Mondays, Jan 8 - Mar 18, 2:45 - 3:45pm

WCC - Tai Chi Beginner Yang Style Wednesdays - FREE (65+)

Wednesdays, Jan 10 - Mar 20, 10:00 - 11:00am

This class is for people who are new to Tai Chi, people who have previous experience and need a refresher course, and people interested in an introduction to Yang Family Style. Students will do Tai Chi movement warm up exercises and work on "First Loop" or about the first twenty movements of the Yang Family Style 108 Long Form.

Most people repeat the beginning class before moving on to the continuing class. No classes 1/15, 2/19 & 2/26.

WCC - Tai Chi Continuing Yang Style - FREE (65+)

Mondays, Jan 8 - Mar 18, 1:30 - 2:30pm

This class requires knowledge of the First Loop of the Yang Family Style 108 Long Form.

The beginning class or teachers' permission are prerequisites for participation in this class. No classes 1/15, 2/19 & 2/26.

Online Pittsfield Township Farmers Market

Place your order Saturday-Monday, and then pick up your items on Thursdays, 2:00-5:00pm @ 6201 W. Michigan Avenue, Ann Arbor, 48108 (Platt & Michigan Avenue) throughout the year.

Online Ordering: pittsfieldtownship.localfoodmarketplace.com