.:: Senior Center ::.

Services Available

• Various Activities: Exercise to Crafts; Computer Classes to Educational Classes; Excursions around Kingman Area.
• Referral Services to Community Based Services.
• Tax Preparation, Flu Shots, Other Community Seasonal Benefits.
• Facility Is Available to Rent (please call for more information).
• Medical Equipment Available for Community Use (please call for more information).

There are many activities for everyone to enjoy:

COMPUTER CLASSES

Beginning computer classes are available on the following days.

Thursday: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Classes are available to students for a $4 charge per class. Classes are once a week for 2 hours and organized into 6 week sessions. Class times are subject to the availability of students. If you have any knowledge in Computer Instruction, and would like to volunteer, please call Debera at the center. We can use your help and expertise. To schedule an appointment, please call the center at 757-2778.

ENTERTAINMENT

The Adult Center Jam session provides old time country music for all to enjoy on Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. Have fun by playing your favorite instrument, singing or just enjoy listening to the great country music.

Ladies Tea- The Adult Center would like to cordially invite ladies from our community to join us for a “Tea Party”. These events are held quarterly with a “Mothers Day Tea” scheduled for Wednesday, May 14th at 1pm. Tea, coffee, and refreshments will be served. There will also be a door prize drawing. If you would like more information or plan to attend, please call the center at 757-2778.

Karaoke Night is held each Monday evening from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.  Come show off your musical talents or enjoy listening to others who perform.

Summer Pool Parties- Cool off after a hot summer day! Spend an evening pool side one Sunday per month during the summer. The Adult Center staff provides hamburgers and hot dogs to be cooked on the grill. We ask you to bring $2 and a dish to compliment our meal. Life guards are on duty if you wish to swim. Parties are held at Centennial Park Pool on the dates listed below. Festivities always begin at 6pm.

June 22nd
July 20th
August 17th
 

DANCE CLASSES

Beginning Line Dance:	Monday	12:30-1:00 p.m.
Intermediate Line Dancing:	Monday	1:00-3:00 p.m.
Round Dance:	Monday	7:00-9:00 p.m.
Intermediate Line Dancing:	Tuesday	9:00-11:00 a.m.
Intermediate Line Dancing:	Wednesday	6:00-8:00 p.m.
Adult Ballroom Dance:	Wednesday	5:30-7 p.m.
Youth Ballroom Dance:	Wednesday	7-8:30 p.m.

CARDS

Hand & Foot Canasta- Tuesday at 1pm
Cribbage - Wednesday & Friday at 10:00 a.m.
Pinochle - Wednesday & Friday at 10:30 a.m.
Party Bridge - Wednesday at 1:00 p.m.
Bridge - Friday at 12:30 p.m.

If you are interested in joining one or more of the card games, please call Debera at 757-2778. WE are in the process of expanding the number of tables to players. Some groups do require you to have a partner.

Bunco - The Adult Center has room for a new or established Bunco group to play at our facility. Please contact Debera for more information at 757-2778.

CRAFTS

Tuesdays:      
9:00 a.m. Paint Class
9:00 a.m. Needle Craft
1:00 p.m. Bead Class
1:00 p.m. Witches of the Round Table*
1:00 p.m. Mixed Media**

Thursdays:
9:00 a.m. Quilting

*Witches of the Round Table is a fun loving group that enjoys lively conversation while working on their own crafting creations. Come visit the bubbling caldron!

**Mixed Media class members work together on individual and group projects and try to inspire each others creativity. The group combines traditional crafting with a variety of new and exciting techniques. The group is always looking for new members, so join in, you’ll love it, we guarantee.

EXERCISE CLASSES

Low Impact Exercise
Monday, Wednesday, & Friday
9:00 a.m.

The low impact exercise class uses a more traditional form of stretching, and range of motion movements. Exercises can be done seated or standing. A floor routine is available for those who are able. Participants are encouraged to train at their own pace.

Tai Chi/Meditation
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
10:00 a.m.

Tai Chi is an oriental form of connecting mind and body. Movements are slow and precise. Participants find this form of exercise extremely relaxing. A 15 minute meditation is a new addition to accent the Tai Chi program at the conclusion of exercise each day. The meditation process will help you deal with day to day stress and promote health & well being.

New Walking Program
Come and join The Heidenreich Harrier’s Walking Club. This program is set up to fit any walker’s needs. Keep track of your mileage, and bring a copy to our center on the last day of each month. Prize incentives will be awarded for ALL participation. You may choose to participate in one of the fallowing ways:  

1. Walk independently by yourself at the time best for you.
2. Become part of a group and walk with friends.

For more information or to register, please call Debera at 757-2778

Bone Builders Activity Program
This program is designed for elderly individuals who have not been exercising due to medical or aging issues. It is organized into a nine week program that addresses the issues of flexibility, strength, agility and dynamic balance, and endurance. For more information on date & time of next class, please call the Center at 757-2778.

Kingman Senior Sports League
The Parks & Recreation Department would like to start its own Sr. Olympic team to participate in the annual Sr. Olympic Games. Kingman has been a possible site to host one of the annual events. It is our hope to produce some of Kingman’s finest folks into senior athletes. Our goal is to start this summer with a softball team and move into volleyball this fall and jump into spring with bowling or basketball. If you are at the golden age of 50+, have any athletic ability or willing to learn and would like to participate in any of these activities, this program is calling your name! A sign up sheet will be available at the Parks & Recreation Office as well as at the Kathryn Heidenreich Adult Center on Airway Ave. If you have any questions or inquiries, please call Yvonne at the Parks & Recreation Office at 692-3111 or Debera at the Adult Center at 757-2778.

RESOURCES AND REFERRAL SERVICES AVAILABLE

Social Security – A representative is available every Monday from 9 - 11:30 a.m. and 1-3 p.m.

SHIP – Medicare Questions and Insurance Counseling - A Program Specialist from the Area Agency on Aging is available on designated Mondays from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Referrals – Referrals information is available for several government based programs, and community services through a new “Aging and Disabilities Help Line”. This line connects you to the WACOG, area agency on aging. Please call 1-800-782-1886 for assistance.

Assistance for Caregivers – The center hosts a “Caregivers Resource Zone”. This area contains a computer which provides internet access to sites that will help you with the care of your loved ones and information on how to qualify for state or federal programs. There is also, a variety of written brochures that you may take home which provide helpful information.

AARP Tax Assistance Program – Tax assistance designed to help the elderly and low income adults. Appointments are available seasonally by calling the Center at 757-2778.

Center Volunteers – Are available to assist with other forms of federal and state tax credits.

AARP Defensive Driving Program – Available to seniors several times per year, call for next available class.

Special Needs Recreation - This returning recreation program has restarted at the center specifically designed for special needs individuals. If you care for an adult or child with physical or mental handicaps and would like more information about the program, please contact the center at 757-2778. 

Natural Healing - Do you have any natural healing stories to tell? A helpful prayer? A kitchen or old family remedy? Would you enjoy sharing those stories with other who may benefit from them? COME TELL US WHAT WORKED FOR YOU!! The Adult Center has a new program where like-minded people may gather and discuss various forms of natural healing. Currently the group (approx. 25 people) is meeting once a month, but is open to change and increasing membership. Please call the Adult Center for contact information at 757-2778. This group is also looking for speakers to present short educational presentations.

 

FACILITY RENTAL OPPORTUNITIES

The center is available for private parties, meetings or seminars. A rental agreement must be completed along with 50% of required fee. A fee of $100 per room and a $65 cleaning & damage deposit per room WILL be charged. There are many community organizations that use the center to hold their meetings. A few examples are the Girl Scouts, Gem stoners, Art Alliance, Computer Users Club, and the Kingman Christian Church.

Senior Citizens can enjoy companionship by meeting new people and making new friends. For a complete schedule of activities, please stop by and pick up our monthly News Letter. Mailings are available upon request!

Volunteers are wanted to assist the center staff by answering phones, greeting participants, and helping guest. If you love spending time with others, this is the job for you!

A monthly calendar, showing dates and times, for these activities is available at the Adult Center.