SISC Support Groups Date: 1/22/2009 Time: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Location: South Iredell Senior Center (View Map)
Description: *Stroke Survivor Support Group meets the 1st Thursday of each month from 1-3 p.m. The group reaches out to individuals in the community and supports them in coming to terms with how their life has changed and issues they face in every day life.
*Diabetes Support Group meets on the 4th Monday at 12 noon.
*Dementia Support Group meets on the 2nd Wednesday at 2 p.m. and is designed for caregivers of individuals with dementia. Daycare provided upon prior request and arrangement. These support groups are open to the community. This group is supported by the Western Carolina Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.
*Prostate Cancer Support Group meets the last Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m., everyone -male, female, friends, family, etc. are welcome to attend. Refreshment provided by Summit Plc. and pizza provided quarterly by Vocelli Pizza.
*Parkinson Support Group meets the 3rd Tuesday at 2 p.m. lead by Lake Norman Inspirations. Please call the Senior Center prior to attending to check for cancelations and closings.
For more information contact: Tina Czarnecki sisc@alltel.net 704-662-3337
SISC Water Exercise Date: 1/22/2009 Time: 8:00 am to 2:00 pm Location: South Iredell Senior Center (View Map)
Description: SISC water aerobics, back, arthritis workouts, and water walking exercise classes are taught by certified instructors through Iredell County YMCA. Classes are open to all seniors age 60 or better with priority given to Iredell County residents. Information on guidelines and fees are available upon request. It is recommended that new participants observe their class of choice before registering. Private lessons are available for the disabled, visually or physically impaired.
Please call the Senior Center for a class schedule and fees.
For more information contact: Tina Czarnecki sisc@alltel.net 704-662-3337
SISC Chair ExerciseDate: 1/22/2009 Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am Location: South Iredell Senior Center (View Map)
Description: Statistics show that as we age we loose muscle mass and bone density. The only thing we can do to slow this normal aging process is to exercise. Join in the fitness! Build muscle, strengthen bones, and reach out for good health every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. in a Sit & Fit Chair Exercise workout at the South Iredell Senior Center. The class is free and open for any senior adult interested. Participants should wear something comfortable that gives with their movement and bring hand weights, or water bottles to gain more from the workout.
For more information contact: Tina Czarnecki sisc@alltel.net 704-662-3337
SISC Bible StudyDate: 1/22/2009 Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Location: South Iredell Senior Center (View Map)
Description: Every Thursday at 10 a.m. a wonderful group meets at the Senior Center for Bible Study. The group is lead by Lora Lee Holshouser. Newcomers are welcome. Please join us.
For more information contact: Tina Czarnecki sisc@alltel.net 704-662-3337