Community Education: Be Well

Memory Minders
Memory Minders, a program for people 50+ with mild memory  loss. Memory Minders is held on Mondays and Fridays 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.  You can join the program at any time.  You will need to be pre-screened for eligibility.  Participation includes activities such as walking, nutrition, training, group and one-on-one games, field trips, movies and much more designed to enhance their quality of life and maintain your memory longer.  Caregivers will receive a much needed 4-hour break.  If you would like to participate or volunteer please call 433-1886.

Daytime Yoga
Learn how to enhance your mental awareness and just have a better overall sense of well-being with instructor Liz Cousins.  This relaxed, open class offered twice a week on an ongoing basis is for all levels; come as often as you like and work at your own pace.  Wear comfortable clothing and bring a Yoga mat.   Still aren't sure? You're welcome to observe a class first.  (Please note no discounts available on this class.)
Ongoing Mon., 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. & Wed.; 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Cost per class:  $4 member, $7 non-member payable to instructor at class

Hatha Yoga
Hatha yoga will increase your energy, help you reduce stress, improve your concentration and help you gain muscle strength and increased flexibility.  It's a great way to balance your body and your mind.   Feel free to join in at any class, drop ins are welcome.  If you are dropping in, call ahead to make sure class is on.  Dress comfortably and bring a rubber-backed rug or exercise mat. Everyone is welcome.
6 weeks - Next session dates TBD.

Tap Dancing
This fun-filled morning class will keep you dancing all week.  What a wonderful way to stay in shape!  Colleen Gaskill will introduce you to the basic steps that build on each other week-by-week.  Open to anyone; you can tap at your own pace. 

Total Body Bootcamp
This is the women's workout that is all-inclusive! You will love this new version that will combine cardiovascular and strength training. Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers.  Bring a floor mat and a set of light handweights (1, 2 or 3 lbs.). Registrations taken directly through Bodyshaping by Sandy.  This class may be covered by your medical insurance plan; to find out or to register, call 568-0246.
8 weeks Tues. & Thurs., beginning Sept. 21; 5:30-6:25 p.m.
Cost:  $60 for 1 class per week OR $99 for 2 classes a week.

Pilates I
Bodyshaping by Sandy brings us this unique program that strengthens and tones, improves balance, posture, flexibility and core strength uniting body and mind into a more streamline shape.  Wear comfortable clothing and bring a Yoga mat. Registrations taken directly through Bodyshaping by Sandy.  This class may be covered by your medical insurance plan; to find out or to register, call 568-0246.
8 weeks beginning, Tues., June 15; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Cost:  $50 member

Zumba
This dynamic  workout is designed to be fun and easy to follow.  The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat.  Registrations taken directly through Bodyshaping by Sandy.  This class may be covered by your medical insurance plan; to find out or to register, call 568-0246.
8 weeks Tuesday & Thursday, beginning Sept. 21; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Member price $60.00 for 1 class a week or $99 for 2 classes a week.

Fall free health seminars:
"Whole Grains - The Whole Truth" Monday, Sept. 13 at 10:00 am
"Stress FUNdamentals" Monday, Nov. 8 at 10:00 am

These programs are brought to you by BlueCross BlueShield of WNY. Please sign up at front desk, or call 433-1886.

Senior Blue
Lockport's Blue Cross and Blue Shield representative Michelle Farina will be at The Centre on Tuesday, Sept. 7, 14, 28 Oct. 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 10:00 a.m. until noon to answer any of your Medicare questions. Presentations start at 10:00am sharp.

Independent Health
Lockport's Independent Health representative Kathy McFee will be at The Centre on Wednesday, Sept. 8 from 10:00 -2:00 p.m. to answer any of your Medicare questions on a "drop in" basis.

Univera Healthcare
Lockport's Univera Healthcare representative Maria Schenk will be at The Centre on Thursday, Sept. 9, Tuesday, Oct. 12 and Thursday, Oct. 21 at 10:00 a.m. to answer any of your Medicare questions.

MVP Health Care
The Dale Association welcomes new sponsor MVP Health Care to our Centre. Join MVP representative Wednesday, Oct. 13 and Friday, Oct. 29 from 2:00-4:00 pm to learn about options for your health insurance.

Flu Clinic: Thursday, Nov. 4; 9:00 am - Noon

Health Forum: Thursday, Dec. 2 at 9:30 am

Blood Pressure Screening
A nurse will be at the Centre to give you a free blood pressure screening on the following dates:

• Monday, Sept. 13 from 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, Sept. 15 from 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
• Monday, Oct. 4 from 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, Oct. 20 from 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Caregiver Support (overview)
30% of health care is currently being delivered by informal caregivers at home: husbands, wives, sons, daughters. Caregivers have many demands on their time and energy. The Dale Association recognizes the challenges and joys associated with care giving. We are here to help with a variety of support services.

Caregivers Support Group
This group meets the last Tuesday of each month ( Sept. 28 & Oct. 26) from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Centre lounge. Facilitator Laurie Johnston-Stickney, licensed master of social work. Free and ongoing. To register please call the front desk: 433-1886. One-on-one counseling is also available for caregivers, by calling 433-1886 to schedule a complimentary appointment with Mrs. Stickney.

Alzheimer's Association presents an ongoing free educational series for adults of all ages, the 2nd Tuesday of each month, (Sept. 14 & Oct. 12) from 11:00 am-12:00 noon. Facilitator Jennifer McCabe will be available for care consultations from 9:00 - 10:30 am and again from 1:00 - 3:00p.m. those Tuesdays. For more information, please call the front desk at 433-1886.

Information and Assistance
The Niagara County Office for the Aging's Information and Assistance staff are available to assist area residents who are 60 years of age or older with questions on any issue of concern to older adults, such as recreation, financial benefits and help with energy bills.  They will be at the Centre on the 3rd Tuesday of each month (Sept. 21 and Oct. 19) from 10:00 a.m.-12 noon.  Home visits can be arranged for the home bound, by calling the Niagara County Office for the Aging at 438-4020. 

HIICAP
The Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance Program (HIICAP) counselors are available at The Dale Association on the second Thursday of each month  (Sept. 9 and Oct. 14) from 10 a.m. - 12 noon.  They can answer your questions regarding Medicare, Medigap, HMO's, prescription drug programs, and Medicaid, as well as long term care insurance. HIICAP continues to be a free service that is unbiased and confidential. 

Visually & Hearing Impaired Programs
The Visual and Hearing Impaired Program is a multi-faceted program sponsored through the support of The Niagara County Office for the Aging and assistance of the Lockport Lions Club.  The purpose of the Program is to enrich the lives of persons who are visually and/or hearing impaired through: educational seminars; vision and hearing screenings; community linkage and referral; assisted devices information and other support. Call Nancy Smith, program coordinator at The Dale Association at 433-4441 for further information.

Upcoming Programs
Free Dale Days at the Town of Lockport: Community Health Fair. Monday, Oct. 18 from 12:30-3:00 pm.