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Why Do We LOVE
White Rose Senior Center?
L - Learning new information and activities.
O - Older fun friends to meet.
V - Volunteering and becoming a viable part of the Center.
E - Enjoying life as YOU grow older!
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SENIOR OF THE MONTH
Ruth Frey
Individuals who eat their lunch inside will be selected at random by the COMPUTER GENERATED WHEEL to be "Senior of the Month". This grants the person selected FIRST for everything, starting at the beginning of the month on February 1st and run through February 29th.
The person will also be highlighted in our newsletter for the following month. A new person will be drawn for March on February 29th at 12:00.
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Bradley Bortner enjoys the socialization and meals with friends at White Rose Senior Center!
How Do I Receive Congregate Lunches at
White Rose Senior Center?
- You must be 60 or older, a York County Resident and able to take care of yourself in order to become a member at White Rose Senior Center.
- Lunches are served Monday through Friday at 11:30.
- You are invited to eat inside and participate in all of the activities or pick your lunch up in the lobby.
- You do need to call (717-843-9704) or come inside the building and touch the computer screen to reserve your lunch 2 days in advance.
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For a complete February Calendar, Menu, and Newsletter in English and Spanish, click HERE to go to our website.
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2/2/24 (12:30) Wooden Heart Painting ($1.00)
2/5/24 (12:00) Yarn Pom Pom Heart
2/7/24 (10:00) Painted Wooden Hearts ($1.00)
2/7/24 (12:00) Valentine's Day Mugs
2/8/24 (12:00) Decorate Foam Hearts
2/9/24 (12:30) Valentine's Day Card Workshop
2/12/24 (12:30) Mardi Gras Mask Workshop
2/15/24 (12:00) Perler Bead Workshop
2/21/24 (10:00) Plastic Canvas Craft
2/21/24 (12:00) Birdseed Feeders
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2/2/24 & 2/16/24 (10:00) Seated Chair Volleyball
2/2/24, 2/9, 2/2/12, 2/16, & 2/26 (9:00) Wii Bowling
2/12/24 THINK FAST Valentine's Battle
2/12/24 (12:00) Virtual Programming
2/14/24 (9:30) Valentine's Find the Guest
2/16/24 (12:00) Boggle
2/22/24 (12:00) Jeopardy
2/23/24 (12:30) Baseball
2/26/24 (12:00) Virtual Programming
2/28/24 (12:00) Do You Want to Be a Millionaire?
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VALENTINE'S DAY ICE CREAM SOCIAL
February 14, 2024 at 12:00 Following Lunch
Please Sign Up To Bring Something!
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YOU GOTTA LOVE BINGO
2/9/24 at 10:150 Bingo by Elite Homecare
2/13/24 Bingo with West Manchester Township (10:30-12:00) at Shiloh Fire Company
2/15/24 Hydration Presentation & Bingo with Homeland at Home at 10:00
2/29/24 starting at 9:30 - $0.50/game; $0.50/card; $2.00 Special Games
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BATTLES BETWEEN THE CENTERS
Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at 12:00
White Rose Senior Center Takes on South Central York County Senior Center
Join in the Fun!
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Join Us Tuesday, February 13, 2024 from 10:00-12:00 with
DJ Chris Wagman and State Representative Carol Hill-Evans
for our MARDI GRAS/ VALENTINE'S DAY DANCE DUO!
THERE WILL BE PRIZES!!!
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DON'T FORGET
YOUR 2024
SECRET PAL
for
VALENTINE'S DAY!
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February 7, 2024
9:30-11:30 BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS
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February 6, 2024 at 10:00
BIRTHDAY BASH & BINGO
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All American Health Care
Monday, February 5, 2024 at 10:00
"FOOD ART" with Erik
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Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 10:00
"Heart Health and Trivia"
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Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 10:00
TABLE EVENT DURING
FRESH EXPRESS
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FEBRUARY 9, 2024
9:00-12:00
Beltone Hearing Screening
Sign Up at Chotz's Desk!
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STRENGTH & BALANCE CHAIR YOGA IS BEING OFFERED at
WHITE ROSE SENIOR CENTER
Stephanie Cucina is leading a new class called STRENGTH & BALANCE CHAIR YOGA on Tuesdays from 12:00-1:00.
Come join in the fun and get healthy at the same time! As a reminder for ALL Exercise Programs, be on time. Do Not enter the room if the class has begun due to safety reasons please!
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Heather Cintron leads Zumba Gold on Wednesdays from
10:30-11:15.
As a reminder for ALL Exercise Programs, be on time. Do Not enter the room if the class has begun due to safety reasons please!
(Don't forget to wear sneakers and comfortable clothing!)
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Stephanie Cucina offers Chair Yoga on FRIDAYS at 12:00.
Wear comfortable clothes and get a workout!
The participants LOVE Stephanie and her classes...Come join in the fun!
As a reminder for ALL Exercise Programs, be on time. Do Not enter the room if the class has begun due to safety reasons and courtesy to others since it is a quiet program.
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FOOD PROGRAMS THAT ARE OFFERED AT
WHITE ROSE SENIOR CENTER!
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York County Food Bank brings the
Commodity Supplemental Food Box with Cheese on
Thursday, FEBRUARY 1, 2024
This continues throughout the month until all of the 170 boxes are gone!!!
The York County Food Bank has a new warehouse located at 15 Marianne Drive, York, PA 17406.
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Central PA Food Bank Fresh Express is usually available the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month.
Fresh Express (the 2nd Thursday at 10:00)
- Thursday, FEBRUARY 8, 2024 at 10:00.
- Thursday, FEBRUARY 22, 2024 at 10:00.
You need to be 60 or over and/or a Resident of Broad Park Manor. The service begins at 10:00.
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York Fresh Food Farm Available Every Thursday at White Rose Senior Center!
Growing Time is in full bloom with the York Fresh Food Farms Mobile Produce Market! Come check out and see all of the delicious fruits and vegetables that are at White Rose Senior Center every Thursday from 12:00-2:00. They accept cash and EBT cards, weather permitting. NOTE: On cold days, they may be INSIDE OUR BUILDING in the lobby area.
They offer the online Farm Share Boxes that are delivered free of charge if you can't make make Thursdays in-person at White Rose Senior Center.
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Click HERE for the February 2024 Menu
The Nutrition Group prepares the food and brings it to all of the York County Senior Centers.
The menu is subject to change.
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YORK COUNTY SENIOR CENTER
VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
During the Pandemic, many senior centers, churches, businesses, and organizations turned to Virtual Programming as a means to stay connected. White Rose Senior Center and Windy Hill on the Campus remain committed to offering people programs at home so if you can't make it to the Center one day, you can "tune in" on your cell phone, computer or tablet and enjoy activities and time together with your friends while sitting on your own comfy couch!
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In case of inclement weather, the Center may be closed. if we are closed, we will have it aired on wgal8 tv (channel 3 for most people) or ABC27 snow Watch (channel 6 for most people) by 7:00 am. We will also post it to our Facebook Page. If we are open, please use your own discretion as to whether you want to come to the center or not. we appreciate when you are here; however, your safety is our number one concern.
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CHECK OUT THE S.T.A.R.S. PROGRAM
FOR FEBRUARY 2024
“Senior Time Activities for Residents of Springettsbury”
Springettsbury Township and White Rose Senior Center are proud to bring you a variety of classes to adults 50 and over.
“S.T.A.R.S.” stands for “Senior Time Activities for Residents of Springettsbury”, although any person, 50 and over, are welcome to attend. The Winter 2024 classes are as follows:
You may register for the classes at www.springettsbury.com, stopping into the Springettsbury Township office at (temporary address) 3501 N. Sherman St. Ext., York, PA 17406 or mailing a check to them.
Registrations will begin on December 5th. You may want to call Springettsbury Township at 717.757.3521.
- NOTE: The NEW SPRINGERTTSBURY TOWNSHIP BUILDING IS OPEN!!!
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STARS Program Class: Heart Plaque Welcome love on February 14th by crafting a heart plaque to hang on your door. Judy Enders has antique valentines to share with you. If you may desire to put a personal picture on your heart, feel free to bring it along. Many embellishments will be available to make your project unique!
Supplies: Scissors and glue/mod podge. All other supplies will be provided by the instructor.
Instructor: Judy Enders
Date: February 6, 2024
Day: Tuesday
Time: 2:00 – 4:00pm
Location: White Rose Senior Center
27 S. Broad St., York, PA 17403
Cost: R-$10 NR-$15 Payable to Springettsbury Township Prior To Class
Maximum for Class: 8 Participants
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STARS Program Class: Folded Fabric Easter Eggs
Since we enjoyed the Folded Fabric Christmas Ornaments so much, Becky Hickey decided to show us how to make a Fabric Folded Easter Egg. The egg will be 4” x 6”. You will choose pre-cut fabrics to create a beautiful egg to display during Easter.
Supplies: Scissors. All other supplies will be provided by the instructor.
Instructor: Becky Hickey
Date: February 20. 2024
Day: Tuesday
Time: 2:00 – 4:00pm
Location: White Rose Senior Center
27 S. Broad St., York, PA 17403
Cost: R-$10 NR-$15 Payable to Springettsbury
Township Prior to Class
Maximum for Class: 10 Participants
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STARS Program Class: Yellow Bird Pincushion Mary Jane Miller will show you how to make this wool pincushion using a small amount of simple hand sewing and then embellishing with a few easy embroidery stitches.
Supplies: Students should bring fabric scissors, straight pins and sewing needles. Everything else will be provided.
Instructor: Mary Jane Miller
Date: February 27, 2024
Day: Tuesday
Time: 2:00 – 4:00pm
Location: White Rose Senior Center
27 S. Broad St., York, PA 17403
Cost: R-$10 NR-$15 Payable to Springettsbury
Township Prior to Class
Maximum for Class: 8 participants
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES
YOU MADE NEED
This section is for Information that may be helpful for you, your family or a friend.
The staff at White Rose Senior Center works with a variety of community leaders who share fliers about many topics.
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WINTER WEATHER WHEELCHAIR TIPS
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The United Spinal Association has Winter Weather Wheelchair Tips from improving wheelchair traction to keeping your wheelchair controller dry to taking extra precautions like "buddying up and traveling the same path.
To read the complete Winter Weather Wheelchair Tips, click HERE.
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You First Personal Care Home
337 Frederick Street
Hanover, PA 17317
ARE ACCEPTING NEW RESIDENTS & STAFF
Please call 717.508.7370
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KEEP UP TO SPEED WITH RABBITTRANSIT
To read about the latest news from Rabbittransit, featuring their Annual Report for FY 2022-2023, the Increasded Service Frequency to York Fixed Route 1E, Gettysburg Winter/Spring Schedule, and How to Sign Up for Rider Alerts, click HERE.
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YORK FRESH FOOD FARMS ARE HIRING, ALWAYS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS, AND WANT YOU TO READ THEIR
2023 YEAR END REPORT
Click HERE.
For the Application for Hire, click HERE.
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York County Area Agency on Aging
* The Winter/Spring 2024 New Horizons Newsletter
Click HERE to read all about AARP Tax Assistance, Cold Weather Safety for Older Adults,, Understanding Fixed Route Bus Service, and much more.
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Food Assistance Resources (Special Edition: COVID-19 Response - Updated 1/2023)
This document lists great resources such as: Food Pantries, SNAP Benefits with the NEW SNAP Online Purchasing Pilot Program, the Drive-Thru and Walk-Up Emergency Food Distribution Locations, as well as Mobile Pantry Locations, Programs for Kids and Programs for Seniors. Click HERE for that flier.
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The York County Hispanic Coalition Scholarship Applications are available for Hispanic students who want to further their education upon graduation from high school. The scholarship monies can be used for a college, university, or technical school. | |
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State Representative Carol Hill-Evans Office Staff is Available to Help You
State Representative Carol Hill-Evans' office staff can assist you with:
- Free Notary Service (call ahead to ensure Notary is in)
- LIHEAP and LIHWAP Application Assistance
- Property Tax and Rent Rebate Filing
- Drivers License and Vehicle Registration Renewal and Updated Services...
- And More!.
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For the latest E-Newsletter from State Representative Carol Hill-Evans click HERE
* Senior Valentine's Dance at White Rose Senior Center
* Tax Season Begins Today
* Shredding Event - Saturday, April 13th (10-1)
* Property Tax/Rent Rebate Assistance
Contact Information:
- RepHillEvans@PAHouse.net
- (717)848-9595
- 53 E. North St., Suite 3, York, PA 17401
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Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill is the Majority Caucus Chair Serving York County
To read the latest E-news from Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill, click HERE.
New Podcast Episode: Talking Financial Literacy
* New Podcast Episode: Talking Financial Literacy
• Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program Now Serves More People
• Homewood at Plum Creek Gets Renovations
• Healthy Rainy Day Fund Cushions Against Hard Times and More.
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