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SUPPORT GROUPS
"Too Much On Your Plate?" Support Group
First & Third Monday Morning
10:00am - 11:00am
If you have forgotten how to relax, have
too
much to do and not enough time to
do it,
are feeling overwhelmed and
want to handle
stress better and take
better care of yourself,
then this support group is geared for you.
It is facilitated by Jane Stolowich, LCSW,
Bowmen Health Center, Rush University
Medical Center.
Next meeting dates are
February 6, 27*; March 12* and 19
- This group helps people cope with everyday events.
"Grand Family" Support Group
2nd Thursday of the month
10:30am - 12:30pm
This support group is for grandparents
and
other relatives taking care of children.
Contact us at 312.747.0189.
Next dates are to be announced.
"Caregiver" Support Group
2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Please join this important support group
if
you are interested in caregiver
counseling,
stress management, respite care, homemaker
services, home-
delivered meals, benefits
check-up, legal counsel, and case management.
It is facilitated by Niyi Braimah at 773.382.4603 or Kalina at 312.747.0189.
Next dates are to be announced.
Nine-Week Weight Loss Program
CHECK THE SCHEDULE AT THE CENTER FOR THE START DATE OF THIS CLASS
- The program offers a simple beginner
weight loss plan that is based on well-balanced nutritional
principles. Regular exercise is an
important part of the program. The overall
goal is to help older adults adopt healthy eating
habits that promote weight loss, but
are also safe, balanced, and nutritionally sound.
Medicare Changes
Have You Confused?
Volunteer Counselors with the
Senior Health Insurance program
(SHIP) offer free, one-on-one
insurance counseling at our
Atlas Center
Call for an appointment
312-747-0189
Mayor Rahm Emanuel's
Lifelong Learning Program
This is a continuing education program that brings City Colleges of Chicago classes to the Regional Senior Centers. Classes are free and open to Chicagoans 60 years of age and older. Students should register at the
Atlas Center. Most classes have 15 students (minimum) to 25 students.
Kennedy King College
Electronic Age
6 Weeks starting October 13, 2011
Thursdays 10:45am - 11:45am
Kennedy King College
Digital Photography
6 Weeks starting October 13, 2011
Thursdays 9:30am - 10:30am
Truman College ***
Introduction to Computers for Seniors
Beginner Sessions
Wednesdays January 18 - March 7
Seniors and Baby Boomers (55 and older)
become computer savvy through this
eight-week course. Learn the basics of
using a personal computer, including
Windows XP Basics, Microsoft Word Basics,
browsing the internet for websites, sending
and receiving email with attachments, and
much more!
Truman College ***
Intermediate Sessions
Thursdays January 19 - March 8
*** All Truman College class sessions
are from 8:45am - 10:45am
Cost associated with class: $35.00
Class sizes 8 to 14 students
Seats based on availability.
Five Reasons To Keep Fit
As You Age
Healthy lifestyles . . .
1. increase bond density and limits osteoporosis.
2. help seniors stay independent.
3. increase metabolism
4. reduce senior's risk
for falls.
5. make seniors more flexible.
To read more click HERE |
HEALTH TALKS &
WELLNESS PRESENTATIONS
(see the Events page for further information)
Pharmacist Health Talks
Erica Danos, PharmD, CGP
Every First Thursday
10:15 am - 11:15 am
Next dates are to be announced.
Wellness Nurses Health Talks
with Nurse Marcia Murphy,
MS, APN/ANP-BC
Every Tuesday
8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Dietitian Talk
Kristin Gustashaw, MS, RD, LDN
Second Fridays
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Next dates are to be announced.
Blood Pressure Screenings
First & Fourth Tuesdays
10:30 am- 11:30 am
Next dates are to be announced.
Social Worker
Jane Stolowich, MA, LCSW, ACSW
First
& Third Mondays
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Next dates are to be announced.
HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION
ASSISTANCE
Click HERE to view the 3 Easy Steps
RULES OF THE ROAD
Wednesday, March 7
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Secretary of State Jesse White's office
provides a Rules Of The Road
review class.
You will need your driver's license or
state I.D. to register. This class will
provide information to assist you with
your driving test, as well as good points
in highway safety. Call 312.745.4403 to
register.
Pre-registration is required. FREE
AARP DRIVER SAFETY
EDUCATION
Wednesday, March 28 and
Thursday, March 29
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
This approved two-day course is facilitated
by AARP trained and state approved
instructors. The course is presented in
two four-hour classes. You must attend
class both days to be eligible for the
certification. The cost of the class is
$12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members. Please make all checks payable
to AARP. Class fee can be paid on the
first day of class. Please call Mr. Lew
Dawson to register 773.374.3581
Senior Health
Insurance Program (SHIP)
"Medicare Changes Have You Confused?"
Volunteer counselors with SHIP offer free,
one-on-one insurance counseling at the Atlas Center. To make an appointment call 312.747.0189
SeniorSave
Discount for Chicago Residents
60 &
Over
Click HERE for flyer information.
Print the flyer and submit to the
address listed on the flyer
SeniorNet
Is a non-profit organization that
sponsors a computer learning
center
providing computer training
and education for seniors. Each class
has a maximum of 12 students,
and each student will have his/her
own computer.
For more information and
schedule please contact
Robin Tillotson 312.745.4401
Some of the Classes offered are
Basic Computer,
Keyboarding & Functions, Computer I &
II, Intermediate and Advanced Computer and more.
Seniors! You Must Now Apply
for Property Tax Relief!
For more info click ---> HERE
The Earned Income Tax Credit
It's Money In Your Pocket.
For more info click ---> HERE
Social Services
(Click HERE to view)
Atlas Senior Center
Weekly Activities Calendar -
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Monthly Activities Calendar
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Open Kitchen Menu Calendar
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November 16, 2010 Ice Cream Social
photos are posted in the "Photo Gallery".
Click HERE to go to the Gallery
We are sorry to announce that Wendell
of the Blue Bell Ice Cream Socials has
passed away at age 47. Our prayers go
out to his family and friends.
Volunteer Opportunity
Senior Health Insurance
Program - SHIP
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Information and Assessment Services
For Programs and Services
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