JANUARY 2023 e-NEWSLETTER EDITION
Canton Club 55+ Senior Center | www.cantonfun.org/476 | 734/394-5485

Wishing You a Happy New Year!

As we say goodbye to one year and start a new one, Canton Club 55+ hopes that it's a great one for you and yours! Our wish for you in the coming months is to stay safe, warm, healthy and in good spirits throughout the winter season. Be sure to join us this month for some fun socialization and recreation! Our staff would be happy to provide you more information about any program or event mentioned in this newsletter, so just call Canton Club 55+ at 734/394-5485 with any questions.

Winter Safety for Senior Adults

The winter season can be a dangerous time for everyone, but older adults are especially at risk.

As we age, our body becomes more sensitive to temperature changes, our balance becomes less steady, our bones become more brittle, and our immune system weakens. So, it’s critical for senior adults to take some extra precautions during winter months.

Keep yourself and your older loved ones safe this winter by adhering to the following tips:

1. Limit How Much You Use Space Heaters: The allure of a space heater can be hard to resist. But these devices are the cause of the majority of fatal house fires, and people 65 years of aga and over are 2.5 times more likely to die in a home fire.

2. Wear Safe Shoes: Broken hips are common among older adults and can lead to more serious health complications. Seniors should wear shoes with non-skid soles that offer the necessary amount of traction for winter conditions.

3. Keep Your Kitchen Stocked: A winter storm can make it hard to get to the grocery store, and it could even prevent meals from being delivered to your home. It’s also a good idea to keep your medicine cabinet full of cold medicine, and make sure you have an adequate supply of your prescriptions before a storm hits.

4. Keep An Emergency Kit: It’s a good idea to keep a winter emergency kit on hand in case a power outage causes you to lose heat or lights. Some things to keep in your kit include: flashlight with extra batteries, hand warmers, manual can opener, first-aid supplies, matches or lighter

5. Be Aware Of The Warmth In Your Home: You don’t have to venture outside in the winter time to catch hypothermia. This deadly condition can set in right in the safety of your own home, and older adults lose body heat at a much quicker rate than younger people.

Adapted article from MedicareAdvantage.com:
https://www.medicareadvantage.com/resources/winter-safety-tips-for-seniors

CANDID Conversations with Canton Club 55+

Each month Canton Club 55+ features a different captivating member/volunteer and/or staff person in our Candid Conversations! If you’d like to be profiled in an upcoming edition, please call 734/394-5485 or email us at rachel.dean@cantonmi.gov.

This month we are spotlighting one of our dance instructors, Elena Semenov, who is an accomplished instructor and performer.

Winner of numerous awards in professional Ballroom and Latin dance competitions and championships, Elena leads Ballroom, Latin and Social, as well as Line dance classes year-round. She is an accomplished instructor with over 20 years of teaching experience in Europe and North America. For many years Elena was a professional competitive dancer and has performed, taught, choreographed, organized, promoted, and hosted numerous parties, theater productions and dance functions. She has been frequently featured in local and national radio, newspapers and on television including a special documentary film about her, “From Far and Wide,” for Canada's Day. For the last few years, she has taught and choreographed, consulted and adjudicated for the popular show “Dancing with the Stars”, as well as worked as a choreographer with the Canadian Symphony Orchestra and Capitol Theater. A long-time instructor of group classes at the university and college level, Elena also teaches dance in Canton and surrounding communities, as well as private lessons and workshops for weddings, parties, performances, and competitions.

As an accomplished instructor and performer, Elena has inspired thousands of students around the world to embrace the Art of Dance. Stop by the Canton Club 55+ front desk to sign up for one of her upcoming classes.

Inclement Weather Policy

With winter weather's inconsistencies, it's important to know when Canton Club 55+ may have to close and/or cancel our programs to keep our members and staff safe.

If the Plymouth-Canton Community School District closes due to inclement weather during the school year (typically due to winter weather conditions), then all Leisure Services Department programs/classes held prior to 4 p.m. will be canceled.

For Leisure Services programs/classes that begin after 4 p.m., a decision to cancel will be made no later than 2 p.m. that day. Schedule changes will be posted on the Summit on the Park web page, Summit Facebook page, and Club 55+ Facebook page.

Programs and Classes

Information subject to change without notice. Call Canton Club 55+ with questions: 734/394-5485.

Indoor Walking Track 2023 Membership

Canton Club 55+ currently offers a Striders membership which will give individuals ages 55+ access to the Summit's walking track at a discounted price. For more information call Canton Club 55+ at 734/394-5485.
Annual Fee: $7R plus $1 per visit / $10NR plus $3 per visit

Blood Pressure Screening

Monday, January 9
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Parkview
Get your blood pressure checked the 2nd Monday of each month by retired nurse, Mary Pilgrim. Please remember to bring something to record your results on.
Fee: FREE
Activity Code: CB2121

Oil and Acrylic Painting

Wednesdays, January 11 - March 15
12:15-3:30 p.m., Maple/Oak
Learn the basics in both mediums. Participants will paint from both still-life and photographs, while exploring color theory and design. This class is adjusted for beginners and experienced painters. Class instructed by Durwood Coffey.
Fee: $73M / $81R / $105NR
Activity Code: CL2542

Lunch Bunch: LaBistro

44314 Cherry Hill Road in Canton

Thursday, January 12, 1:00 p.m.
Enjoy lunch with friends! Each participant must pay their own bill. Come have a good meal with great company!
Fee: Each participant pays their own bill.
Activity Code: CB2912

Movie at Club 55+

Friday, January 13
12:45 - 3:45 p.m., PDC
Sit back and relax during this month's movie, featuring: "Somewhere in Time" (Rated PG). Enjoy popcorn and pop during this event.
Fee: $2M / $3R / $5NR
Activity Code: CB2743

Medicare Assistance Program

Presentation: Tuesday, January 17
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Walnut Room
Certified volunteer counselors will be on-site offering free, unbiased services for Medicare beneficiaries and their representatives. To schedule a 30-minute appointment, call MMAP at 1-800-803-7174 or 734-727-2067 and specify you are requesting an appointment at the Canton Senior Center. If you don't have an appointment, stop by Canton Club 55+ to pick up Medicare information and resources.

BINGO with Canton Club 55+

Thursday, January 19
2:30-3:30 p.m., Chestnut
Join us for our monthly BINGO Program. Fee
includes 8-10 games of BINGO. Players can only win a prize twice. Refreshments will also be provided. Sponsored in part by Kingsley Senior Living in Canton. Register by January 11.
Fee: $5M / $5R / $7NR
Activity Code: CB2512

Desserts and Dialogue at Canton Club 55+

Dessert and Dialogue

Select Thursdays
12:00-2:00 p.m., Parkview Room
Join us for dessert, relaxation, and conversation with other adults. Pre-registration is required. Sponsored in part by Provision Living & Regency of Canton.
Activity Code: CB1722 Feb 2
Fee: FREE

Congregate Meals

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lunch is now available Monday-Thursday! Menus are available at Club 55+. A $3 donation is suggested for those 60+, all others $6. Reservations are required one week prior by calling 734/394-5485 ext. 1253. Payment due at time of meal.

Nankin Transit
Curb to Curb Service

To book a ride, please call Nankin Transit at 734/729-2710 or visit www.nankintransit.com. All rides must be booked in advance.

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Canton Club 55+ Holiday Big Band Bash Fun!

This year's holiday party was such an incredible success! Many thanks to all of this year's sponsors for their support! Plus, we could not have had such a great day without all of Canton Club 55+ members who attended.

Thank You To This Year's Gold Sponsors:
Allegria Village (Mocktails)
American 1 Credit Union
Provision Senior Living (Ice Sculpture)

Thank You To Our Gift Basket Sponsors:
Canton Club 55+
Century 21 (Realtor Susan Nagy)
Custom Holidays
DMC
Kingsley Senior Living in Canton
Maximillion Groomers
Paparazzi Jewelry (Independent Consultant - Julie Spangler)
Premier World Discovery
Sellers Buick GMC of Farmington Hills
Summit on the Park

Featured Trips with Canton Club 55+

Canton Club 55+ offers access to a variety of trips throughout the year with local travel agencies. For more information or to register, call 734/394-5485. Upcoming adventures include:

Detroit Underground Railroad: February 22
Fee: $134

Felonies & Misdemeanors
The Detroit Cop Tour: April 4
Fee: $134

Presentations / Workshops

Caregiver Support Workshops

Thursday, January 12
2:00-3:00 p.m., Arts I Room
Even though each caregiver has a different story, most caregivers share a core struggle. How can you reach out to alleviate the suffering of others and continue to give with an open heart? How do you avoid the immobilizing despair community relief workers call compassion fatigue? In this group we will explore how to: Be who you are; Know what you know; and Do what you need to do. The group is also open to the topics you, as caregivers, would like to discuss. These workshops will be held on the 2nd Thursday of every month.
Fee: FREE
Activity Code: CB2113

Grief Support Group

Thursday, January 19
10:30-11:30 a.m., Arts I Room
During periods of intense grief, it's okay to feel a wide array of emotions. A grief support group will help guide you towards living life again. Group leader Ann will support you through the grieving process, as you walk towards healing and rebuilding your life within this “new normal”. This group will meet on the 3rd Thursday of each month.
Fee: FREE
Activity Code: CB2125

Pet-Assisted Therapy Group

Thursday, January 26
12:00-1:00 p.m., Parkview
Pet-assisted therapy has many benefits such as improved mental stimulation, memory stimulation, lessened levels of anxiety, reduced risk of depression, lowered blood pressure and so much more! Be part of this monthly group and experience the benefits of therapy pets. This group will meet on the 4th Thursday of each month.
Fee: FREE
Activity Code: CB1125

Mark Your Calendars

Upcoming Events:

Monthly Support Groups: Caregiver Support, Grief Support, and Pet-Assisted Therapy
B.I.N.G.O. and Brunch
January 21 - Summit on the Park
9-10:30 a.m. (indoor)
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (parking lot)
Find details at Events at a Glance
Valentine's Day Pizza Party
February 14
Chocolate and flowers will also be for sale. More details coming soon!

Information subject to change without notice. Call Canton Club 55+ with questions: 734/394-5485.

Apply online today!

Come Join Our Team!

Are you in the market for a for a part-time job? If you enjoy a fast-paced, exciting work environment, we encourage you to join our Canton Leisure Services Team. Visit https://canton.applicantpro.com/jobs
to see a list of openings and apply online today.

Open positions may include:
Coordinator at Canton Club 55+; Therapeutic Recreation Staff; Teen Services; Lifeguards; Fitness and Gymnasium Specialist; Kids’ Corner Assistant; Birthday Party Assistant; Special Events and Programs; Grill Cook; Pro Shop Assistant; Operator; Special Events Assistant; Village Theater House Manager; Sports Coordinators; Farmers Market Supervisor; Park Laborers; Park Rangers; and more!

Canton Township is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. For more information, visit www.canton-mi.org.

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Stay in the Know

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Canton Club 55+

Located inside the Summit on the Park
in the Parkview Room
46000 Summit Parkway
Canton, MI 48188
www.cantonfun.org/476
734/394-5485

Canton Club 55+ is located inside the Summit on the Park which is owned and operated by Canton Township. Learn more at www.canton-mi.org.