Through Gates Mills’ relationship with the Community Partnership on Aging (CPA) the residents can participate in the over 100 offerings across the eight communities CPA serves. Six of these, chair yoga, Tai Chi, Nutrition 360º, luncheons with a speaker and blood pressure screenings are offered at the Gates Mills Community House.

AgingWell supplements what CPA doesn’t provide, recently starting “Cocktails and Conversation” in the early evening, once a month, and a Mah Jongg training series that just ended and will be repeated in the spring. Mah Jongg games will start soon. Email Jan at jbohinc@gmail.com if you are interest in lessons or playing.

While the CPA offerings are provided for those over sixty, the AgingWell events are designed with our older residents in mind and open to all Villagers. Not only is everyone welcome, but they are also encouraged to attend. Please join us!

The Cuyahoga County Department of Consumer Affairs Scam Squad offers resources, as well as guidance if you think you’ve been scammed plus direction in recovery. At the August AgingWell  Luncheon the Scam Squad presented an interesting and educational presentation to an engaged group of Villagers. Internet and financial safety were highlighted along with simple ways to spot and report scams.  Imposter, romance, prize and grant, shopping and email scams held the attention of the audience. As much as we hate to believe it, anyone can be scammed and if you couldn’t be at the luncheon, you may like these three take aways:

The Community Partnership on Aging (CPA) doesn’t just provide classes and luncheons to our residents. Sue Longville of CPA will provide a room-by-room safety assessment of your home, at no cost. For more information, call 440-442-2626 x244. Sue also manages the Stepping On series that has been proven to reduce falls by 31%. This seven week program is designed to build confidence and promote independence. Look for the next series in the CPA Connections newsletter, which is available  at the Community House, Village Hall, Library, Addie’s Cup and Our Lady Chapel at Gilmour Academy.  You can sign up to receive it by email at https://www.communitypartnershiponaging.org/newsletter , or it will be mailed to you for $12/year by calling 216-291-3902.

CPA social workers assist residents over 60 with the goal of independent community living through social work interview, assessment, intervention and referral, at no fee. Licensed social workers provide in-home visits and over the phone consultation, offering support with life transitions and decision making, education, supportive counseling, community resource assistance, information and referral. They also register you for Meals on Wheels, which can be ongoing or for a brief need, such as following a hospitalization. Find out more at 440-442-2626 x244.

AgingWell November Calendar

 

Held in the Community House unless otherwise noted

 

Chair Yoga with Steve, Tuesdays at 10:00am

 

Cocktails and Conversation, First Wednesdays from 4:30–6:00pm, Burton Court, 1501 Chagrin River Road, between Sara’s and the Library, enter from the brick courtyard. Limited to 20 participants. RSVP by October 30th to Jean or Robin at 440-423-4405. To stay for dinner, make a reservation at 440-423-1000

 

Blood Pressure Readings, First and third Wednesdays from 1:00–1:45pm

 

Hiking, fourth Wednesdays from 1:00–2:00pm, Call Delvon at 216-978-5050 to register and for location

 

Luncheon with Speaker “Aging in Place: A Guide to Today’s Best Home Technology”, Sionann Monroe, Keller Williams Senior Real Estate Agent, November 18th Seating is limited. Must RSVP by November 10th to Delvon at 216-978-5050

Tai Chi with Tom, Thursdays, at 10:00am

 

Healthy Eating and Wellness Class, Third Thursdays at 1:00pm

 

To join a Mah Jongg class or a group to play Maj, email Jan at jbohinc@gmail.com