Events/Activities

Event and Class Calendar

Due to Covid-19 we have cancelled certain events in person, but are hosting a few things online via Zoom. We will do our best to update our website with new developments as things progress.

We offer many events and activities such as Social & Health Talks, Blood Pressure Clinics, Tai Chi For Health, Art Classes, and a support group for Diabetes. Check the calendar below for dates, times and places or check our Community Health Promotion page for more information.

SEnior socials

Senior Social and Health Talks occur the third Tuesday of each month and feature guest speakers on health/wellness issues, birthday celebrations and time to socialize! Refreshments are provided. A Nurse is In/Blood Pressure Clinic is also offered.

When: 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10:30 am.
Where: Typically we hold these in Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, but due to Covid-19 we are holding them via Zoom when possible. For registration and Zoom login information, please call our office.

Mindful Eating (online)
Tuesday, January 18, 10:30 - 11:30 am
Being mindful of the food you eat can promote
better digestion, keep you full on less food, and
influence wiser choices about what you eat in the
future. Lisa Kane, registered and licensed dietician
with a background in oncology, will help us find ways
to free ourselves from unhealthy habits around food
and eating.

Living With Congestive Heart Failure (online)
Tuesday, February 15, 10:30 - 11:30 am
February is American Heart Health Month. Join
Longfellow/Seward Healthy Seniors’ Community
Nurse, Noreen Reding, RN, as she discusses the
diagnosis of congestive heart failure. She will go
into what it means and how to take steps to
prevent, slow, or halt the progression.

Minnesota’s Sweet History of Candy (online)
Tuesday, March 15, 10:30 - 11:30 am
Even if you do not have a sweet tooth, you are sure
to enjoy learning about the history of Minnesota
candy and candy makers, past and present. Kate
Roberts, Senior Exhibit Developer for the Minnesota
Historical Society, will take us down this sweet
memory lane.

Tai Chi

Classes are currently being held online via Zoom. Please contact us for more information!

Tai Chi instructor Howard Root may not be able to hold his ongoing Tai Chi Easy classes at Holy Trinity Church at the moment, but he can now lead you through easy, flowing movements to help with balance, in your own home! You can join Howard and other Tai Chi enthusiasts every Tuesday from 9:00 - 10:00 am (please arrive 5 minutes early) through Zoom on your computer, laptop, tablet or
phone.
If you are new to Zoom and would like some instruction on how to use it, please contact us and we will set you up with a volunteer who can help you over the phone.
Call us at 612-729-5799 or email us at info@LShealthyseniors.org for the link to attend or for help with Zoom.

LAUGHTER YOGA

Laughter Yoga is a unique exercise routine which combines unconditional laughter with yogic breathing. Laughter yoga improves mood, reduces stress, and allows you to laugh during these strange and difficult times. This class is appropriate for every level of fitness, and will be done in a seated position. Join Volunteer & Service Coordinator and Certified Laughter Yoga Instructor, Julia Ockuly, in some fun, simple exercises which will have you laughing in no time.

Upcoming Dates:

February 16
March 16

Classes are from 10:30 - 11:30 am. If interested, please send an email to juliaockuly@LShealthyseniors.org to receive Zoom sign-in information.

Solos resource group

A growing portion of the 60+ population is composed of “solos.” These are individuals who cannot or choose not to rely on family to help them navigate life events and make health decisions. If the term “solo” applies to you, and you’re interested in being part of an ongoing peer support group — this new program is for you! It is designed to help you assess how well equipped you are right now to handle health events. You will learn how to craft a personal health decision safety net. Monthly peer support group meetings will keep you on track to create your own backup plan.

Meeting in person at various locations. Meetings are monthly. Please contact Julia for more information.

Technology clinic

Need help with your technology? Our staff is here to help. Get 1:1 help with whatever you might need. We can help you with many different things, such as, writing a long e-mail, navigating social media, how to use your tablet or computer, or how to use your smart phone.

Due to Covid-19 we are suspending this service for the time being. If you have technology problems that you are unable to resolve, please call or email our office and a staff or volunteer may be able to schedule a time to help.

Diabetes support group

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP
We will resume monthly diabetes support groups in person starting in August 2021. The one-hour meetings will be held on the second Wednesdays of the month from 1:30 – 2:30 pm. The meetings are open to adults who have either Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Beth Peltzer, MSW, will facilitate the group sessions. Please contact our office at 612-729-5799 or info@LShealthyseniors.org to get more information.

Upcoming dates