All programs are offered at Senior Center of the Chathams, 58 Meyersville Road. Participants do not need to be Chatham residents. For more information call 973.635.4565.
NEW! WINTER SUPPORT GROUP – Fridays, Jan. 11 through Feb. 22, 10:30-11:45 a.m. January and February can be challenging months for seniors. The holidays are over and post-holiday blues can set in for many. Bad weather may keep people stuck at home, and feelings of sadness, loneliness and isolation may surface. If you would like to explore these feelings and receive support, fellowship, and compassion from other members of our community, please call the Center to sign up for this 7-week session. Facilitated by Claire Solu-Burd, MSW.
DEMENTIA CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP – Monday, Jan. 14, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Moderated by Phyllis Flemming, former Executive Director of Victorian Garden Adult Day Center and experienced dementia support group leader.
ACRYLIC PAINTING CLASS – Monday, Jan. 14, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Learn how to paint a beautiful red cardinal. All levels of ability welcome, and all necessary supplies provided. Fee: $17.50. Instructor: Annette Lissy. Limited class size. Must sign up.
FICTION BOOK CLUB – Tuesday, Jan. 15, Noon – This month’s selection is MY COUSIN RACHEL by Daphne du Maurier. New members always welcome to join in the discussion.
INTERGENERATIONAL BUDDY PROGRAM – Wednesday, Jan. 16, 3:15-4:15 p.m. The third in the series of once-a-month get-togethers. Older adults are paired with Chatham High School Key Club members to participate in activities of shared interest. Contact the Center to learn more and to sign up. Participants do not need to be Chatham residents.
TECH SUPPORT FOR SENIORS – Thursday, Jan. 17, 3:15 – 4:15 p.m. For assistance with your smartphone, laptop, tablet, etc. Call the Center to schedule a one-on-one appointment with a Chatham High School student volunteer.
FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING – Thursday, Jan. 17 at 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Provided by Right at Home In Home Care & Assistance, Chatham. Walk-ins welcome.
PRESENTATION: CHATHAM BOROUGH DOWNTOWN REVELOPMENT PLAN – Friday, Jan. 18, 12:30 p.m. Speaker: Will Kurzenberger, Topology. A light lunch beginning at noon will precede the program. Please call Center to sign up.
NEW! MEN’S FITNESS CLASS – Wednesdays, Jan. 23 through Feb. 17, 10:15-11:15 a.m. A weekly one-hour class addressing cardio, strength, balance, and flexibility. Instructor: Donna Sue Dowton. Call Center to sign up and for fee information.
NONFICTION BOOK GROUP – Friday, Jan. 25 at 11 a.m. This month’s selection is FACTFULNESS: TEN REASONS WE’RE WRONG ABOUT THE WORLD – AND WHY THINGS ARE BETTER THAN YOU THINK by Hans Rosling, et al. New members always welcome to join the discussion!
