Senior Centers, Inc. (SCI), located in Downtown Toledo, supports older members of our community by providing programs and services that enhance their dignity, support their independence, and encourage their involvement in the community. While the COVID-19 pandemic has required us to become creative with our offerings that focus on physical, social, educational, emotional, and recreational […]
Some people love the beauty and serenity of winter while others simply tolerate it until spring returns once more. Whatever your feelings about winter, the change of weather means it’s time to prepare your home — or the home of a senior loved one — for the cooler days ahead. Here is a list of […]
Our seniors enjoyed a “Thanksgiving” Carnival this week full of fun and laughter. Everyone tried their luck at playing fun carnival games and won prizes at each game. Prizes included soup cans, juice bottles, taxable items such as paper towels, toilet paper, toothpaste, bath soap and laundry soap. One of the popular games was the […]
Decluttering and Downsizing Downsizing is stressful no matter how you look at it. Take it slowly (and start early, if that’s what it takes) to make things easier on your parent, friend or family member. Remember that your loved one’s participation can help him or her feel in control, which can minimize anxiety and quell […]
Forecasters are predicting high temperatures in the 90s and triple-digit heat indexes around the state over the next several days. The Ohio Department of Aging and the Ohio Department of Health remind residents that extreme heat should be treated with the same care and preparation as a summer storm. “Our bodies are usually very good […]
In cooperation with the Lucas County Senior Nutrition Program, through Valley Food, a healthy, nutritious lunch is available every weekday at 11:30. Call the center at least 24 hours in advance for a meal reservation. The menu is posted under “Nutrition” on our website. Come join us for lunch! Not only will you get out of […]
Dec 2018 – Gifts that prevent falls from Steady U Gifts that keep giving by preventing falls It’s that time again – time to give gifts that show how much you care. But what do you give someone who says they have everything they need? Another pair of gloves? Flowers? More candy? How about […]
Decorated Cookies (decorated by our ladies’ group), cocoa, punch and dancing! What a festive way to celebrate the holidays with friends. We had a DJ spin some dancing tunes mixed with some Christmas songs young and old. Our ladies’ sewing group also made handmade fleece scarves for everyone.Loretta Neubert entertained us with a beautiful hula dance […]
September is National Falls Prevention month. Senior Centers, Inc. some tremendous exercise classes to help the older adult with falls prevention: Matter of Balance, Tai Chi, chair exercise class, walking program and our new class called “Roll the Dice”. Roll the Dice brings a variety of different exercises to the same class time to prevent boredom. Just […]
