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Eligible Cleveland residents can save money on their sewer bills

Any time you flush the toilet or send water down the drain, that dirty water is sent to the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District, where it is cleaned and returned to either Lake Erie or the Cuyahoga River. The bills you receive each month help support this and all other clean water investment in the region.

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Volume 11, Issue 3, Posted 2:52 PM, 03.10.2019

YMCA Older Adult Senior Spotlight – Dorothy Ferguson

This month’s Senior Spotlight shines on a Euclid woman whose positive attitude and hard work has made a difference in her quality of life.  Dorothy Ferguson, 71,  has Lupus, a disease that causesfatigue, muscular pain and immunity issues.  However, since Dorothy began her wellness journey at the Euclid YMCA back in 2014 and has added a regular regimen of exercise to her healthy routine, she and her doctors are pleased with the results. 

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Volume 10, Issue 11, Posted 12:06 PM, 11.04.2018

What to do When Caregiving Happens Suddenly

Are you a caregiver to a spouse…an older parent or grandparent or perhaps to a child?  Being a caregiver is one of the top stressors that anyone can face.  It can be an overwhelming experience.  Know that you can embrace the caregiving role when you have a plan, with resources and support along the way.

Most people are creatures of habit.  Some of us plan our day.  For others, the day plans us.  No matter our personal style, when a crisis occurs and we are called upon to become a caregiver, it can throw us for a loop. Our routine is shattered and it can be very unsettling.

First things first….breathe.

Even when things are happening at whirlwind speed, decisions needing to be made, tasks accomplished, etc., it is important to take a step back and recognize that we can be in control of the situation, not the other way around.   Try to identify the top priorities and decide which items may not be the top priority and we can let go of or give to others.  For instance, in order to be at the hospital with a relative, can someone else pick up Jimmy from soccer practice, get dinner, run errands, etc. 

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Volume 10, Issue 10, Posted 8:10 AM, 10.14.2018

New Exercise Classes at Lakeshore Rose Center!

Check out Lakeshore Rose Center for Aging Well's new exercise classes, Tai Chi & Spirit of the Drum! These classes are offered Wednesdays at 10:30am. For a full schedule, check out our electronic newsletter at www.rosecenters.org or stop by the Center (16600 Lakeshore Blvd.) Monday-Thursday from 10:00am - 3:00pm. Please call 216-373-1915 with any questions!

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Volume 10, Issue 8, Posted 9:13 AM, 08.04.2018

Collinwood Senior Prom

Join us for the Collinwood Senior Prom on Friday, May 25 from 5:00-8:00pm! Enjoy an evening of dancing, live music, games, activities, door prizes, photo booth, dance contest and much more. The event will be held at Lakeshore Rose Center for Aging Well, 16600 Lakeshore Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44110. Tickets are $2.00 per person and can be purchased at Collinwood Recreation Center, Euclid Beach Villa, and Lakeshore Rose Center. The event is for adults 55 and older. If you have any questions, please call 216-373-1915. We hope to see you there! 

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Volume 10, Issue 5, Posted 4:56 PM, 05.10.2018

Editorial: Aging Mastery Program - "Navigating My Later Years in Fun Now!"

They say that with age, comes wisdom. And for the most part, that’s true. At 70, I certainly like to think that I have most things in my life figured out. I’ve been active in my community, volunteered my whole life, and have had a pretty successful career as a teacher in Cleveland public schools.

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Volume 10, Issue 5, Posted 4:56 PM, 05.10.2018

Eligible customers can save money on their sewer bills

Any time you flush the toilet or send water down the drain, that dirty water is sent to the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District, where it is cleaned and returned to either Lake Erie or the Cuyahoga River. The bills you receive each month help support this and all other clean water investment in the region.

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Volume 10, Issue 3, Posted 11:04 AM, 03.10.2018

Lakeshore Rose Center

The Players

Thursday, March 15 12:30 pm

Join us for a theatrical performance from

The Players, a volunteer theatrical group from Greater Cleveland Volunteers. This

talented group will educate and entertain you through original plays that deal with

aging related issues including health

concerns, crime and safety awareness, medication misuse, and staying active.

You won’t want to miss this!

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Volume 10, Issue 3, Posted 11:04 AM, 03.10.2018

Intergenerational Programs at Lakeshore Rose Center!

Lakeshore Rose Center for Aging well participants enjoyed a fun poetry program with the Junior Cluster students from Lakeshore Intergenerational School. The seniors and students shared childhood memories, and created beautiful poetry in the process. We are excited to continue working with Lakeshore Intergenerational School to offer programming and activities!

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Volume 10, Issue 3, Posted 11:04 AM, 03.10.2018

Christmas Celebration at Lakeshore Rose Center

Lakeshore Rose Center for Aging Well enjoyed celebrating the holidays with one another at the annual Christmas Party. The party consisted of delicious food, photo booth and gift exchange! Stop by Lakeshore Rose Center Monday-Thursday from 10am-3pm to enjoy daily activities, educational programs, congregate meals, and fun events! Call 216-373-1915 for more information!

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Volume 10, Issue 1, Posted 4:09 PM, 01.15.2018

Exercise Classes at Lakeshore Rose Center

Start the New Year off right by attending upbeat & energetic exercise classes for seniors at Paul W. Alandt Lakeshore Rose Center for Aging Well! Join us for classes on Tuesday & Thursday mornings from 10:30 – 11:30am. The class is led by Christine Lee, and features a variety of chair exercises that incorporate light weights, resistance bands, and exercise balls. Christine energizes the group with upbeat music and positive encouragement throughout the class.  Lakeshore Rose Center is located at 16600 Lakeshore Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44110. Please call 216-373-1915 with any questions!

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Volume 10, Issue 1, Posted 4:09 PM, 01.15.2018

Cleveland East In-Home Care Location Named "Caring Star of 2018" by Caring.com

Beachwood, OH Dec. 18, 2017 —Right at Home-Cleveland East has been selected by Caring.com as one of America’s top-rated in-home care agencies with the website’s “Caring Stars of 2018” recognition. This is the second year in a row that Cleveland East has earned this distinction. The annual list highlights in-home care service excellence and aims to help families in their online search to find care for their elderly loved ones. The Cleveland East senior care franchise was one of a select 61 Right at Home offices that earned Caring.com’s highest-possible ratings from consumer ratings and reviews through the website’s partnership with Home Care Pulse.  Cleveland East’s Right at Home is one of two home care agencies recognized in the Northeast Ohio region.

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Volume 10, Issue 1, Posted 4:09 PM, 01.15.2018

Rose Center for Aging Well Newsletter

The Rose Centers for Aging Well has a newly designed newsletter! The newsletter contains information specific to each of the seven Rose Centers & Home Delivered Meals program, as well as general wellness information that is applicable to all older adults! Stop by Lakeshore Rose Center to pick up a copy, or visit: www.RoseCenters.org, and subscribe to have the newsletter emailed to you monthly. Please contact Lakeshore Rose Center at 216-373-1915, if you have any questions!

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Volume 9, Issue 11, Posted 1:22 PM, 11.03.2017

Aging Mastery Program at Lakeshore Rose Center

Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging will be running the Aging Mastery Program® at Lakeshore Rose Center for Aging Well (16600 Lakeshore Blvd.), beginning Tuesday, October 3 at 12:30pm. This ten-week health and wellness program for older adults, was developed by the National Council on Aging (NCOA). 

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Volume 9, Issue 10, Posted 3:28 PM, 10.08.2017

Lakeshore Rose Center Summer Cookout & Live Music

Join us at Lakeshore Rose Center for Aging Well (16600 Lakeshore Blvd.) on Thursday, August 10 for an afternoon of good food, live music & great company! Lunch will be served at 12:00pm, followed by live music from Mellow Thunder at 2:00pm. Enjoy tunes from the 60s, jazz & classics from Great American Soundtrack. To register for this event, please call 216-373-1915 by Monday, August 7. We hope to see you there!

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Volume 9, Issue 8, Posted 12:12 PM, 08.04.2017

Summer Flea Market

Lakeshore Rose Center for Aging Well is holding their summer Flea Market on Friday, August 4 & Saturday, August 5 from 10:00am – 3:00pm.  Goods for sale will include clothing, jewelry, shoes, and household items. Come on out and see us at 16600 Lakeshore Blvd. Please call 216-373-1915 with any questions!

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Volume 9, Issue 7, Posted 11:04 AM, 07.07.2017

Caroline J Perk: Ward 8's 2017 "Senior of the Year"

Whether you know her from the Collinwood Branch of the Cleveland Public Library,  attend the Ward 8 / Bratenahl Ward Club meetings, or just see her at local Neighborhood Association meetings, Caroline should be familiar to you. This very busy lady is always helping someone somewhere, here in Collinwood - in ways far too numerous to list here. (In fact, if you don't know Caroline Peak, then you just aren't getting around Collinwood!)

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Volume 9, Issue 6, Posted 6:04 PM, 06.13.2017

Lakeshore Rose Center Enjoys Visit with Preschoolers

Lakeshore Rose Center for Aging Well participants enjoyed spending time with children from Brilliant Beginnings Pre-School on Monday, May 8. The seniors led story-time and sing-a-long songs, followed by coloring with the preschoolers. The children will visit Lakeshore monthly to partake in activities and socialize with the seniors. We are looking forward to their next visit!

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Volume 9, Issue 6, Posted 6:04 PM, 06.13.2017

Greater Cleveland Food Bank Nutrition Programs at Lakeshore Rose Center

Lakeshore Rose Center for Aging Well is excited to host Community Nutrition Education classes led by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. The informative and interactive nutrition education series will begin on Tuesday, June 13 at 12:30pm at Lakeshore Rose Center for Aging Well, 16600 Lakeshore Blvd., Cleveland. The classes will be held for six consecutive weeks, and cover the following important topics:

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Volume 9, Issue 6, Posted 6:04 PM, 06.13.2017

Eastbrook Healthcare Center Completes First Phase of Renovations

Eastbrook Healthcare Center recently completed the first part of an ongoing renovation to upgrade and modernize the skilled nursing facility. With a new owner in 2015 came the mantra – out with the old and in with the new – for the aging facility.

 “The upgrades to our short-term rehabilitation unit, such as new state-of-the-art equipment and aesthetically pleasing decor, will make each patient’s stay more comfortable and pleasant,” says Shilo Dewald, administrator, Eastbrook Healthcare Center.

Eastbrook is a skilled nursing facility that provides long- and short-term care for the following needs:

  • Rehabilitation – Medical rehabilitation for issues such as wound care, stroke, cardiac, respiratory and physical, occupational and speech therapy.
  • Psychological therapy – Those who need supervised care from a routine counselor and/or psychiatrist to become independent community members.  
  • Dementia/intellectual delay – Patients who require more supervision and stability for their specialized needs.

Dewald adds that “the new look and comfort features incorporated into the renovation will enhance the care we provide for our patients every day.”

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Volume 9, Issue 5, Posted 4:02 PM, 05.07.2017

New "Senior of the Day" Program at Lakeshore Rose Center!

Lakeshore Rose Center for Aging Well recently implemented a new “Senior of the Day” program! Every day, one senior is randomly selected to be the “Senior of the Day". Lakeshore participants are invited to write an encouraging note or positive message to the senior. The notes are collected and at the end of the day, the Senior of the Day receives the bag full of uplifting notes. The goal of this program is to encourage, support, inspire and motivate the Lakeshore participants to have a brighter day!

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Volume 9, Issue 4, Posted 5:26 PM, 04.11.2017

Lakeshore Rose Center Celebrates Black History Month

Lakeshore Rose Center for Aging Well celebrated Black History Month with several activities throughout the month of February! Lakeshore seniors enjoyed African arts & crafts led by Robin Whitted, a Black History presentation, a beautiful display of African wooden carvings, and educational Black History posters! 

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Volume 9, Issue 3, Posted 3:59 PM, 03.09.2017

Join us for Exercise Classes at Lakeshore Rose Center!

Are you interested in an upbeat & energetic exercise class for seniors? Paul W. Alandt Lakeshore Rose Center for Aging Well offers exercise classes on Tuesday & Thursday mornings from 10:30 – 11:30am. The class is led by Christine Lee, and features a variety of chair exercises that incorporate light weights, resistance bands, and exercise balls. Christine energizes the group with upbeat music and positive encouragement throughout the class. Please call 216-373-1915 with any questions!

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Volume 9, Issue 3, Posted 3:59 PM, 03.09.2017

Collinwood Community Focus Group for Adults 60 Years Old and Better

We have an exciting opportunity in our community going on.  The Rose Centers for Aging Well and Case Western Reserve University Mandel School of Applied Social Science, are conducting a project to map the assets of seniors, our Center, and the surrounding neighborhood. The project hopes to uncover what seniors want, what gifts and talents they have, and what the visible and invisible assets are in our community.  The goal of the project is to expand senior participation in the community and to make the community more senior-friendly.

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Volume 8, Issue 11, Posted 7:00 PM, 11.07.2016

Rose Centers for Aging Well Lakeshore has a new Director

Rose Centers for Aging Well on Lakeshore Boulevard has a new Center Director, Ashlee Williman.  Ashlee comes to the Rose Centers from the Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging with a strong gerontology and marketing background; and will be a wonderful asset to our Rose Center team.  Ashlee is available to meet with you at the center Monday through Thursday from 9 am to 4 pm; come on by and introduce yourself!

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Volume 8, Issue 11, Posted 7:00 PM, 11.07.2016

Balance Training in the Older Adult

Most people take balance for granted, assuming that navigation occurs without effort, thinking or fear.  When a child falls, he is able to shake it off and continue moving.  When an older adult falls, however, there are often consequences.  Sometimes a broken bone might be the result.  A broken bone limits mobility, which can lead to a general decline in health.  Thousands of older Americans die each year as the result of a broken hip due to a fall.  Even if a recovery is made from a broken bone, a resulting decrease in confidence and independence can still occur.

 Structured exercise with balance training helps to reduce falls and to maintain independence.  Balance training exercises involve stretching and strengthening muscles while challenging balance.  These exercise programs allow an increase in reaction time and improved coordination.  Exercise programs also contribute to stronger bones and an increase in muscle bulk, which can protect bones and joints.  Better brain function always occurs with physical stimulation and may allow for clearer thinking and the ability to avoid situations that increase fall risk.

 Many exercise classes are available in the community to improve fitness and balance.  Always check with your doctor before starting a new class, however.  If balance is impaired significantly, initiating balance training with a physical therapist is the safest and most beneficial approach.  Home health organizations, outpatient therapy clinics, and rehab centers such as Mount St. Joseph Rehab Center in Euclid, have the therapy staff available to provide these services.

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Volume 8, Issue 9, Posted 5:03 PM, 09.09.2016

Tri-C’s Encore Program Offers Learning Opportunities for Senior Adults Age 55 and Older

The Encore Campus program at Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C®) begins a new session of classes Sept. 23 to enrich the minds and lives of those ages 55 and older.

The fall program runs every Friday for seven weeks at Eastern Campus in Highland Hills and Western Campus in Parma. Age-eligible students can enroll in one to six classes for one low fee of $99.

The course catalogue features more than 100 options on a wide variety of subjects, including art, cinema, computers, history, music, religion, science, yoga and more. Classes are taught by Tri-C faculty, retired educators and subject experts.

“Senior adults can get out and meet new people while learning new things and challenging their minds, with no homework or exams included,” said Suzanne Ortiz, who oversees the program.

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Volume 8, Issue 9, Posted 5:03 PM, 09.09.2016

Mindful Movement and Meditation Class on Monday Morning

If you are looking for a wonderful way to start your week look no further.  I want to highlight a class we have at the Rose Center for Aging Well on Lakeshore.  Monday mornings at 10 am we have a class titled "Mindful Movement and Meditation".  This class takes you through a series of gentle guided movement, deep breathing and meditation.  All of which help a myriad of ailments from sleep issues, and depression to blood pressure and heart health.  If you have never tried meditation but have been wanting to this is the class for you.  Any questions call 216-373-1915 and we hope to see you soon.  Attire for the class is loose comfortable clothing.  The class is done in chairs.   

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Volume 8, Issue 6, Posted 10:37 AM, 06.11.2016

Rehab Center versus Home Care

“There’s no place like home.”  While Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz was certainly right about this sentiment, there are definitely places that can provide a good substitute while getting you back on your feet, and back in your own front door.  Today’s seniors are forced to make a decision following an illness or a recent surgery.  They must decide whether they have the support and resources necessary to recover at home, or whether they need to enter a rehabilitation center temporarily to receive the necessary care.  Home care, while very appealing, can be more expensive, more restrictive, and more slowly paced then receiving care in a rehab center with skilled nursing care.  Rehab centers provide on-site, high level, round-the-clock nursing care, in addition to on-site physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy, as often as necessary.  Rehabilitation centers can provide safety and privacy, while providing professional, compassionate care, exercise, appropriate nutrition, controlled medication, and social stimulation.  This enables residents to achieve their highest quality of life potential quickly, and safely, so that they can return home and resume their previous lifestyle.  Investigating local rehab centers BEFORE you need one enables you to make an informed, low pressure decision.  Call and research local facilities, such as Mount St. Joseph Rehab Center in Euclid, and ask for a tour and an introduction to the rehab staff to give yourself the best possible information before you need to make a decision about future care.                          

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Volume 8, Issue 6, Posted 10:37 AM, 06.11.2016

Summer is a Great Time to Walk

We all know that walking is good exercies and something we should do, but talking about it and doing it are two different things.  Summer is a great time to start a walking routine because the weather is beautiful, and the daylight hours are longer.  Grab a neighbor, a son, a daughter, or a grandchild and start your routine today.  If you are looking for a little incentive or a program to keep you on track.  The arthritis foundation has an excellent on line program called "Walk With Ease", check it out at www.arthritis.org. 

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Volume 8, Issue 6, Posted 10:36 AM, 06.11.2016

Spring Into Exercise

Spring is the perfect time to increase your activity level after a long, sedentary winter.  Regular exercise is the most important thing that you can do to delay the aging process and remain healthy.

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Volume 8, Issue 5, Posted 5:10 PM, 05.05.2016

Spring Flea Market

The Rose Center for Aging Well is holding their spring Flea Market Friday, May 6th and Saturday, May 7th from 10 am to 3 pm.  Please come by to support our center and perhaps find that speical something for Mom just in time for Mother's Day.  Goods for sale will include: clothing, jewlery, shoes, and household items.  Our snack bar will also be open selling sandwiches, drinks, and rootbeer floats.  Come on out and see us at 16600 Lakeshore Blvd.

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Volume 8, Issue 5, Posted 5:10 PM, 05.05.2016

Casino trip to Presque Isle Downs

Want to test your luck?  The Rose Center for Aging Well is coordinating a casino trip to Presque Isle Downs on Friday, June 10, 2016.  The cost for the trip is $31.00 a person, that gets you a casino bonus of $25.00 slot play.  Tickets to reserve your spot must be purchased by May 19, 2016.  Please stop in the center between 10 am and 3 pm Monday through Thursday to reserve your spot.  The $31.00 must be paid at the time you make your reservation.  The bus will leave the center at 8:15 am June 10, 2016 and return approximatley 5:45 pm.  Any questions please call the center at 216-373-1915.       

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Volume 8, Issue 5, Posted 5:10 PM, 05.05.2016

Aging Mastery Program is underway at the Rose Center Lakeshore

This past Wednesday evening from 6:30 to 7:30 pm a group of just over 20 people enjoyed a presentation on the ancient art of Qigong, where postures, breathing, gentle movement and focused intentions are brought together for a meditative experience.  The program will continue to run for another 8 weeks covering all kinds of topics from medication management to community engagement.  The facilitator for this program is Collinwoods very own Michel Hodges RN.  If you are interested in learning more about this program or any other educational opportunities being offered for seniors in the Collinwood neighborhood please feel free to call the center at 216-373-1915.   

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Volume 8, Issue 5, Posted 5:10 PM, 05.05.2016

Hillcrest Band to perform at the Rose Center for Aging Well

In honor of Memorial Day the Rose Center for Aging Well is hosting the Hillcrest Band for an evening of beautiful music, food, and fellowship.  Dinner will be served at 6 pm and the band will start to play at 7 pm.  Tickets for the event are $3 and can be purchased at the Rose Center Monday through Thursday between the hours of 10 am - 3 pm.  If you are not able to make it at 6 pm for dinner, but live in the neighborhood and want to walk, bike or drive over feel free to join us for the band portion of the evening starting at 7 pm.  Children and families are welcome!!!! 

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Volume 8, Issue 5, Posted 5:10 PM, 05.05.2016

Fashion Show at Rose Center Lakeshore

Do you enjoy a good fashion show?  If so you are in for a treat.  Rose Centers for Aging Well is hosting a fashion show highlighting all hand made items.  All the clothing and accessories that will be shown in this fashion show were made by a group of ladies that call themselves Free Spirit Creations and attend our Rose Center for Aging Well at the New Life Cathedral church.  The show is on Thursday, May 19, 2016 from 12 noon to 1:30 pm and is free and open to the public.    

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Volume 8, Issue 5, Posted 5:10 PM, 05.05.2016

Rose Centers for Aging Well Flea Market

Our annual Spring Flea Market will be held Friday and Saturday May 6 and 7th, 10 am to 3 pm.  Clean out your closets, purchase a table and come have some fun.  To participate in the flea market tables are $10 for seniors who are activie participants at the senior center or $15 for anyone in the community.  If you are interested in purchasing a table please call the center at 216-481-0631 and ask to speak to Robin.  If you dont want to participate please come by to enjoy some local shopping.  Our snack bar will also be open during those hours to serve some goodies to keep you going as you sell or shop!!   

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Volume 8, Issue 4, Posted 6:27 PM, 04.06.2016

Isabel Willis honored as Greater Cleveland Volunteer's longest serving volunteer

Isabel Willis, is 99 years young, and an example to us all of what it means to age well.  Isabel was born and raised in Harlem, NY, but Cleveland has been her home for a long time.  Isabel is being honored this month by the Greater Cleveland Volunteers for being the longest serving volunteer the organization has ever had.  Isabel has been volunteering with them since 1983 and has accrued over 25,000 hours of volunteer service over that time.  Isabel for many of those years ran the snack bar at, what was then, the Golden Age Centers of Greater Cleveland, now the Rose Centers for Aging Well.  Isabel is now "retired" from her snack bar job, but still comes to the center regularly to socialize and visit with friends.  If you ask Isabel what is the secret to living so long, it is doing what brings you pleasure and working hard.     

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Volume 8, Issue 4, Posted 6:27 PM, 04.06.2016

RTA is undergoing some changes

RTA is undergoing some changes, in routes and fees.  If this is important to you come learn about these changes at a presntation at the Rose Center for Aging Well on Wednesday, April 6th at noon.  We will have a representative from RTA on site to go over all the upcoming changes. 

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Volume 8, Issue 4, Posted 6:27 PM, 04.06.2016

Computer Lab

Don’t have a computer at home but need to use one occasionally? Please come visit our computer lab at the Rose Centers for Aging Well.  We have 7 computers, all with internet access, and a printer.  We can help you set up an e mail account, you can shop on line, research or just play games! 

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Volume 8, Issue 3, Posted 2:00 PM, 03.06.2016

Interested in Doing Some Local Shopping

We have a Nearly New store within our senior center, Rose Centers for Aging.  This store sells gently used clothing, shoes, purses, hats and household items.  Not a single item is more than $3.  The official store hours are Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 am to 11:15 am.  However if you want to shop and can’t make it on those days or hours there is usually someone available to let people in to shop Monday through Thursday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.  Come check us out! 

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Volume 8, Issue 3, Posted 2:00 PM, 03.06.2016

Looking For a Cup of Coffee and Some Company…

Come visit our snack bar within the senior center located at 16600 Lakeshore Blvd. the Rose Centers for Aging Well.  Open Monday through Thursday starting at 10:00 am.  We serve coffee, tea, hot chocolate and snacks.  Best prices in Collinwood!  You might also meet some very interesting people.

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Volume 8, Issue 3, Posted 2:00 PM, 03.06.2016

Hearing Loss in Older Adults

“Hearing loss is the third most prevalent chronic condition in older adults and has important effects on their physical and mental health. Despite these effects, most older patients are not assessed or treated for hearing loss.” (According to Scientific Review and Clinical Applications, April 16, 2003, Bevan et. al.)  Living on a fixed income leads things like food and prescriptions to take precedence over hearing health.  Hearing loss also tends to be subtle and progress slowly over time, as a result it is a health condition that is many times overlooked or ignored.  To address hearing health in the Collinwood neighborhood the Rose Centers for Aging Well Lakeshore is partnering with CVS Audiology to host a FREE hearing screening day!  On Tuesday, March 8 starting at 12:30 we will have an audiologist on site to conduct hearing screenings, check hearing aid function, and to provide hearing aid cleaning.  Any questions please call the center directly at 216.373.1680. 

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Volume 8, Issue 3, Posted 2:00 PM, 03.06.2016

Communicating with Dementia

Communication is more than just talking and listening – it’s also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions, and body language.  As people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias progress in their journey and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect.  Mount St. Joseph Rehab Center at 21800 Chardon Road in Euclid, will host an evening event with the Alzheimer’s Association to explore and identify strategies. Strategies can help you to connect and communicate at each stage of this disease.  The community is welcome to attend this free event and light refreshments will be served.  The event will be held on Tuesday, March 29 at 7:00 p.m.  Please call 800-272-3900 to RSVP. 

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Volume 8, Issue 3, Posted 2:00 PM, 03.06.2016

Aging Mastery

The Cleveland Department of Aging and Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging will be running the Aging Mastery Program® at Cleveland Recreation & Senior Centers in 2016!

The 10-week Aging Mastery Program® (AMP), developed by the National Council on Aging, encourages mastery - developing behaviors across many dimensions that will lead to improved health, stronger financial security, and overall well-being.

By participating in this program, older adults will:

  • Make and maintain small but impactful changes in your health behaviors, financial well-being and enrichment in later life.
  • Get REAL incentives and rewards for taking small steps that can improve your well-being.
  • Meet new friends, provide support and encouragement to your peers, and become more involved in your community.
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Volume 8, Issue 3, Posted 2:00 PM, 03.06.2016

Healthy Living For Older Adults

 On February 17, The Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging will host a special day-long event for older adults, providing health information and hands-on experiences that examine the causes of chronic disease. This program will provide seniors with skills and resources to reduce stress, engage in healthy eating and help them to enjoy an active and high-quality life. 

Topics and activities include: managing chronic illness, managing stress, tapping, reiki, relaxation, diet and nutrition, exercise and other activities that promote healthy living. 

The session is free to attend, but registration is necessary.  To register go to: benrose.org/education or call 216.373.1610. Event will be held at 11890 Fairhill Rd., Cleveland, Ohio 44120 from 9 am – 2pm.  

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Volume 8, Issue 2, Posted 4:59 PM, 02.06.2016