admin

Programs designed to enhance healthy lifestyles and promote healthy physical, mental, and social well-being.

Free Dental Cleanings MCC FY 2022

 

Dementia Caregiver Workshop

This Dementia Caregiving workshop is 3- 3-session program for those caring for a person
with dementia or Alzheimer’s. It assists with reducing caregiving stress by providing useful
tools and information.

Dementia Caregiving Workshops January - February 2025 Understanding Mealtime and Difficult Emotions Dementia - Eastside Senior Center Winter 2025

 

Diabetes PATH (Personal Action Toward Health)

Designed to provide skills and tools to help people living with type 2 diabetes and their support system live a healthier life. It is a fun, interactive, six-week workshop led by certified leaders.

Diabetes PATH Workshops Winter 2024-2025

Matter of Balance 

Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restricting their activities. A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.

You will learn to:

  • View falls as controllable
  • Set goals for increasing activity
  • Make changes to reduce fall risks at home
  • Exercise to increase strength and balance

Who should attend?

  • Anyone concerned about falls
  • Anyone interested in improving balance, strength, and flexibility
  • Anyone who has fallen in the past

Cost: $10.00 is requested to cover the cost of the participant manuals but is not required to participate in the class

Matter of Balance Fall Winter 2024-2025 (2)

 

Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program

a low-impact physical activity program proven to reduce pain and stiffness. The routines include gentle range-of-motion exercises that are suitable for every fitness level. See Calendar below.

The Exercise Program will help you:

  •  Keep joints flexible and muscles strong
  • Sleep Better
  •  Increase Energy
  • Improve your overall outlook

 

Silver Sneakers

Get stronger and improve your balance through exercises that strengthen the ankle, knee and hip joints, all in a fun and social setting. This class is designed specifically to help prevent falls.

VAAA Exercise Classes Schedule Winter Classes

 

KISS- Keeping Independent Seniors Safe

The KISS program (Keeping Independent Seniors Safe), is a telephonic reassurance system that keeps seniors and their loved ones worry-free. Participants in the KISS program can call the KISS office or receive a telephone call every Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. to ensure that the participant is alright.  Special arrangements can be made for participants who need weekend coverage. 

Learn more about the KISS program.

 

CHAAT – Chatting Helps Aging Adults Thrive

Loneliness is the perception of feeling alone or isolated. You may know- or be one of the 42.6 million adults who experience these feelings daily. Chatting Helps Aging Adults Thrive (CHAAT)  is aimed at addressing the isolation and loneliness issues among seniors. A no-cost friendly call is placed once a week by a volunteer to check in and chat!  If you or someone you know needs to chat, please call 810-249-0820 or email [email protected]

 

Art Therapy 

Providing counseling that helps seniors self-identify stress, depression, loss, hoarding, and other cognitive and psychological challenges. VAAA has also partnered with the Flint Institute of Arts to provide opportunities for seniors to learn and participate in art-related activities.

 

Oral Health Cleanings

Through a partnership with Mott Community College Dental Hygiene Clinic, oral cleanings are provided to seniors in need.

 

Medical Nutrition Therapy

A physician-referred program that allows a registered Dietitian to provide an individualized nutrition plan and education to those with specific diagnoses.

 

Educational Workshops

Provided by Valley Area Agency on Aging throughout the community, on various topics including Memories Matter, Caring for a Loved One with Dementia, What is Power of Attorney?, Cooking for One, Senior Nutrition, Food Safety at Home, and What is Diabetes?. Check out our virtual group for caregivers on Facebook. 

 

Please see our Calendar for all upcoming classes.

 

*Programs and services are subject to availability and may have eligibility requirements