Senior Center

 
SENIOR CENTER
21 Tionda Drive South
Vandalia, OH 45377
937-898-1232
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MEMBERSHIP
Membership dues are $10 per year (Jan-Dec); $5 for half-year (July-Dec)
Must be at least 55 years or better to join; younger spouses are also welcome to join.
Membership is NOT limited to Vandalia residents.
Seniors are welcome to visit the center up to 3 times before joining.
Renewal is based on the calendar year and is due every January 1.
PROGRAMS
Sinclair College for Seniors - Classes are held at the Senior Center with instructors provided by Sinclair Community College. FREE for seniors 60 and older. Registration is required.
Spring Quarter Classes include:
Aerobics-Strength-Flexibility (M/W, 11:00 am to 12:15 pm)
History "US Presidents from FDR" (Mondays, 1:00 - 3:15pm) 
Art Appreciation (Tuesdays, 2:00-4:00 pm)   

T'Ai Chi - Gentle Physical & Mental Training ($4.00 per class- Thursdays 6-7 p.m.)

Arts & Crafts - Super Sewers meets every other Tuesday at 9:30 am. This group makes quilts, lap robes, baby quilts and walk bags to donate to Children's Medical Center, Hospice of Dayton and nursing homes. A wide variety of their items (quilts, casserole carriers, cloth children's book,etc) are also sold at the Annual Bazaar.
Happy Hookers meet every other Tuesday at 1:00 p.m.. This crocheting and knitting group makes hats, scarfs and lap robes for the VA Center, St. Vincent Homeless and other local organizations that assist the needy.
Floral Group meets Tuesdays at 9:00 am. This group creates beautiful silk floral arrangements, seasonal decorations and memorials. Items are displayed and sold year round with a special Christmas display at the Annual Bazaar.

Card Groups- New Players are always welcome. Table hosts are listed in the monthly newsletter
Beginner/refresher Bridge - Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Pinochle - Tuesday and Thursdays at 1:00 p.m.
Bid Euchre - First and third Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m.
Duplicate Bridge - Thursdays at 12:30 p.m.
Penny Ante Poker - Fridays at 1:00 p.m.
Game Day - Second and fourth Fridays at 1:00 p.m.

Billiards
- The pool room is open daily to all members. There are two billiard tables available for practice and tournament scheduled monthly.

    Computers - In the front lounge are three computers available for members' use daily. All of the computers are equipped with Internet access and are capable to print.

    Travel - We have an outstanding and popular travel program. There are up to 12 trips per year and rarely a cancellation. Must make deposit at sign up. Trips fill up quickly. the itinerary includes a number of day and overnight trips of varying length. Favorites of everyone are one-day mystery trips and annual casino trip. It's great to go to so many enjoyable places while leaving the driving to someone else. We always have a great time!

    Exercise - Senior Strength and Senior Water/Arthritis Classes offered at the Vandalia Recreation Center. Only $2 per class for Seniors!! Click here for the Senior Strength  Brochure

SPECIAL EVENTS

    Potluck - Bring your favorite dish to share, plus your own table service. Beverages are provided by the Center. Meals are the first and third Fridays at 6:00 p.m.

    First Friday of each month, meal followed by membership meeting and movie
    Third Friday of each month, meal followed by entertainment or speaker

    Vandalia Senior Citizens Club - Business meetings are held the first Friday of each month. The Senior club's board conducts a business meeting immediately following the potluck dinner. At this time, members of the Center have the opportunity to voice their concerns, ideas and opinions and have the opportunity to vote. 
    Breakfast Club - It's the best breakfast deal in town! Only $2.00 for a full, hot (and sometimes exotic) breakfast. Enjoy a relaxing time with new and old friends, as you leave the cooking to us! Menu changes monthly and is posted with the date and time in the monthly newsletter.
    "Live & Learn" Speaker Series - The monthly program features a wide range of relevant information for the again adult. It provides answers and resources on topics such as Medicare and health insurance, finance and legal aid, health and wellness, as well as community-related services and events. Dates vary; refer to website or newsletter for details.
    New - Congregate Lunch - Every Monday and Wednesday at noon, we will be serving lunch at the Senior Center. Open to anyone age 60 and up. Must make a reservation at least one day in advance by calling or stopping in at the Center between 9:00 a.m. and noon. Menus change monthly and are available upon request. There is a suggested donation of $2.00 per meal. Hope to see you!

    Senior Resources & Services

    • Free legal aid and income tax services
    • Free Medicare counseling and assistance from OSHIIP
    • Free blood pressure checks and other health screenings
    • Free hearing tests, cleaning and servicing of hearing aids
    • Low cost flu shots
    • Applications for Golden Buckeye Cards, HEAP, Project Mobility
    • Dayton Metro Library traveling van site
    • Annual Senior Health & Wellness Fair

      For more information, contact Christa Lloyd by email or calling 898-1232.


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