403 Rector Street Philadelphia, PA 19128 ● P 215.487.1750 ● www.journeys-way.org Special Events and Programs MARCH 2016 & More! & PRESENTS…... UNDERSTANDING YOUR CREDIT REPORT WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23 ● 2:30 - 4:00 PM Participants will learn the importance of using credit responsibly and the factors that lenders use to determine their creditworthiness. Get information on how to obtain, read, and correct information on a credit report and teach the necessary steps to improve credit scores. HOW TO PLAY THE CREDIT CARD GAME WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30 ● 2:30 - 4:00 PM Participants will learn about the advantages, disadvantages, and key terms of the credit card industry. They will also learn about types of credit cards available and the associated costs. Learn the steps to establishing credit, how to determine how much debt to take on and how to develop a recovery plan overall. For more information and to register please call 215.487.1750 x 1101 Light Dinner: Must register in advance no later than Friday, March 18 by Noon Suggested Donation: age 60+ $2 & age 59& under $4 BE YOUR OWN BOSS...of your Chronic Pain WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 ●10:45 AM New Medication Management Program….Presented by... Penn Nursing Consultation Service Living with chronic pain can be difficult. The numbers of those experiencing chronic pain is increasing. This 1 hour program will provide useful information and strategies for the daily management of chronic pain and how you can take control and not allow chronic pain to control you. This is a PrimeTime Health Event sponsored by the Philadelphia Corporation of Aging. SHAMROCK SHAKES & IRISH POTATOES THURSDAY, MARCH 17 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Celebrate St. Patty’s Day with JW Advisory Council. Enjoy Shamrock shakes and some Irish potatoes while watching an all time favorite movie “The Quiet Man” starring John Wayne. WELLNESS DAY EVENT THURSDAY, MARCH 17 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM All seniors are eligible to participate at No Cost in Medicare’s newest wellness program. The Department of Health and Human Services recognizes the crucial role that health care providers play in educating Medicare beneficiaries about potentially life saving preventive services and screenings, and providing these services. Join Journey’s Way & a variety of Health Care professionals to receive a free wellness screening. Available Screenings: Blood testing, Ultrasound, Diabetic screening, Balance testing, Nerve testing, Hearing exams, Blood pressure screenings and much more. For more information and to register please call 215.487.1750 x 1102
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403 Rector Street Philadelphia, PA 19128 ● P 215.487.1750 ● www.journeys-way.org
Special Events and Programs MARCH 2016 & More!
&
PRESENTS…...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR CREDIT REPORT
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23 ● 2:30 - 4:00 PM
Participants will learn the importance of using credit responsibly and the
factors that lenders use to determine their creditworthiness. Get
information on how to obtain, read, and correct information on a credit
report and teach the necessary steps to improve credit scores.
HOW TO PLAY THE CREDIT CARD GAME
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30 ● 2:30 - 4:00 PM
Participants will learn about the advantages, disadvantages, and key
terms of the credit card industry. They will also learn about types of
credit cards available and the associated costs. Learn the steps to
establishing credit, how to determine how much debt to take on and
how to develop a recovery plan overall.
For more information and to register please
call 215.487.1750 x 1101
Light Dinner: Must register in advance no later than
Friday, March 18 by Noon
Suggested Donation: age 60+ $2 & age 59& under $4
BE YOUR OWN BOSS...of your Chronic Pain
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 9 ●10:45 AM
New Medication Management Program….Presented by...
Penn Nursing Consultation Service
Living with chronic pain can be difficult. The numbers of those
experiencing chronic pain is increasing. This 1 hour program will
provide useful information and strategies for the daily management of
chronic pain and how you can take control and not allow
chronic pain to control you.
This is a PrimeTime Health Event sponsored by
the Philadelphia Corporation of Aging.
SHAMROCK
SHAKES & IRISH
POTATOES
THURSDAY, MARCH 17
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Celebrate St. Patty’s Day with
JW Advisory Council. Enjoy
Shamrock shakes and some Irish
potatoes while watching an all
time favorite movie “The Quiet
Man” starring John Wayne.
WELLNESS DAY EVENT
THURSDAY, MARCH 17
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
All seniors are eligible
to participate at No
Cost in Medicare’s
newest wellness program. The
Department of Health and Human
Services recognizes the crucial role
that health care providers play in
educating Medicare beneficiaries
about potentially life saving
preventive services and screenings,
and providing these services. Join
Journey’s Way & a variety of
Health Care professionals to receive
a free wellness screening.
Available Screenings: Blood
testing, Ultrasound, Diabetic
screening, Balance testing, Nerve
testing, Hearing exams, Blood
pressure screenings and much
more. For more information and to
register please call 215.487.1750 x 1102
403 Rector Street Philadelphia PA 19128 P-215-487-1750 F-215-508-1925
www.journeys-way.org
SPECIAL EVENTS & PROGRAMS MARCH 2016 & More!
Mark presents
ASK THE COUNSELOR
THURSDAY ● MARCH 10
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Open forum discussion about social
service resources topics.
ASK THE NURSE
THURSDAYS
1ST & 3RD OF THE MONTH
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Blood Pressure Screenings and
more. Barbara Shubert BSN, RN
will be here every 1st & 3rd
Thursday of the month to discuss
any health related questions and
give free Blood Pressure
screening. Appointments are on a
first come first served basis. Sign
up sheet will be available at the
front desk.
LUNCH CLUB
TUESDAY, MARCH 29
11:15 ● JW LOBBY
UGLY MOOSE
443 SHURS LANE
Join this friendly group at the
restaurant and pay your own way.
Travel on your own or meet group in
JW Lobby at 11:15 to travel together.
EVENING BINGO
FRIDAY ● MARCH 18
OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY
Journey’s Way BINGO
will be the last Friday
every month.
DOORS OPEN ● 5:30 PM
GAME STARTS ● 6:00 PM
COST: $10 (includes 9 games)
$1 SPECIALS (2 games 50/50)
$5 COVER ALL
&
$100 GRAND PRIZE WINNER
CHEF’S SPECIAL
TUESDAY, MARCH 29
Homemade Garlic
Hummus w/ Pita Chips
TODAY’S MENU
Italian Wedding Soup ●
Turkey w/honey mustard wine ●
Brussels Sprouts ● Rosemary
Potatoes● Cinnamon Applesauce
BEST DEAL IN TOWN!
Betty the Caterer is now preparing
lunches for us. The reviews are
good! Check the menu, try a lunch,
and let us know what you think! To
be guaranteed a meal, you must
reserve by Thursday for next
Monday; by Friday for next
Tuesday-Friday. Call the front desk
with any questions
Cost: ●$2 Age 60+ optional
suggested donation
●$4 Age 59 & under
NUTRITION EDUCATION
PRESENTATION NUTRITION 4 LIFE
WEDNESDAY ● MARCH 16 TOPIC: BEANS & FIBER
BTC - WEDNESDAY ● MARCH 23 TOPIC: SOUPS ON
BOOK CLUB
MARCH 31 ● 1:00 PM
LAST THURSDAY OF MONTH
SNAPSHOT...By Lis Wiel
The Civil Rights Movement is less
than a distant memory to Lisa
Walden--it is someone else’s
memory altogether, passed on to
her through the pages of history.
For more information about this
club call Sheila 215-482-1255
or Sally 215-487-7656.
AMERICAN LIVER FOUNDATION
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30
10:45 AM (Part I)
“Your Liver - Your Life”
Please join Diedre Guy from the
American Liver Foundation for a
Liver Wellness presentation. Prizes
and giveaways for the first 10
participants to arrive and say to
Estavia Jefferson I’m here because
it’s…..“My Liver -- My Life”
HEALTHY STEPS
FOR OLDER ADULTS
THURS. MARCH 31
10 AM - 2 PM
(Snow Date April 7)
NO CHARGE!
Healthy Steps is a nationally
recognized fall prevention program
designed for adults 60+.
Registration is a must - just sign up
by Fri Mar 25. This program is
supported by PCA Prime Time
SPECIAL EVENTS & PROGRAMS MARCH 2016 & More!
403 Rector Street Philadelphia PA 19128 P-215-487-1750 F-215-508-1925
www.journeys-way.org
SPRING IS COMING! Want some help cleaning
your yard?
Volunteers will be available through...The Center at Journey’s Way
Neighbor to Neighbor Program, to do yard work April 16th at the
homes of senior adults who can use a helping hand. If you or anyone
you know in Roxborough, Manayunk, or East Falls might need this
service, let us know.
We’re also looking for volunteers
to help provide this wonderful service.
Please respond by phone at (215) 487-1750 x*1005 or
stop by The Center at Journey’s Way, 403 Rector St.
Registration Deadline: March 31st
This service is being sponsored by the Center at Journey’s Way, a
program of Intercommunity Action, Inc.
TRIP POLICY
REMINDERS
Everyone who goes on a trip must:
Complete a JW Registration
Complete an Emergency
Contact Form
Sign JW Trip Policy
Refunds will be granted if
Journey’s Way cancels the trip.
As trip arrangements vary, the
refund policy will be published
for each trip.
CLEVELAND, OHIO
MACKINAW CITY, MICHIGAN
AUGUST 21-27
7 DAYS & 6 NIGHTS
PACKAGE INCLUDES
Round Trip Motor coach transportation
1 Night stop-over accommodation in
Canton, Ohio ● 2 Night
accommodations in Cleveland, Ohio
● 3 Night deluxe accommodations in
Mackinaw City
Meals Included:
6 Great Breakfasts ● 5 Delicious
Dinners including: the Soo Locks
Dinner Cruise ● A delicious luncheon
at the Grand Hotel. Enjoy tours,
museum admission to Football Hall of
Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of
Fame and much more….additional
details listed on trip flyer.
COST:
$860 PP/DBL
$850 PP/DBL (paid JW Members)
$Single ADD additional…$237
For more information and
reservations contact: Estavia
Jefferson at 215.487.1750 x1102 or
Liz Turella Group Leader at
215.487.1750 x1005 or
215-303-2585
PHILLIES vs. SAN DIEGO
PADRES
THURSDAY, APRIL 14
COST: $25 (includes ticket and
CCT Transportation) Payment
Due By: Friday, April 1st
For more information and
reservations contact: Estavia
Jefferson at 215.487.1750 x1102
DON’T MISS THE BOAT!
MOTHER’S DAY LUNCHEON
CRUISE (Spirit of Philadelphia)
WEDNESDAY, MAY 4
DEPART JW: 10:00 AM
RETURN TO JW: 4:00 PM
Enjoy a delicious meal and live
entertainment!
COST: $65
2 SEATS AVAILABLE….
ACT FAST!
Contact Estavia Jefferson
for more details
215.487.1750 x 1102.
Monday 8:30-5 Fitness Ctr.
8:30-5 Play Pool, Ping-Pong
8:30-5 Open Tech Lab
9:00 Café/ Breakfast
9:30 Stretch/Strength
10:30 Enhance Fitness
at JW (new location)
10:25 Meditation
11:00 Music Lessons
11:30 Yoga
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Paper Art
3:00 Self Defense
Tuesday 8:30-5 Fitness Ctr.
8:30-5 Pool, Ping Pong
8:30-5 Open Tech Lab
9 :00 Café/Breakfast
9 :00 Walking Group
10:00 Beading
11:00 Sent. Chorus
Rehearsal (1st Tues.)
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Tai Chi
1:00 Next Chapter
Wednesday 8:30-5 Fitness Ctr.
8:30-5 Pool, Ping Pong
8:30-5 Open Tech Lab
9 :00 Café/Breakfast
9 :00 Knit & Crochet
9:15 Silver Sneakers
Classic
10:00 Line Dancing
10:30 Men’s Group
12:00 Lunch
12:45 Bingo
3:00 Tap Dance
Thursday
8:30-5 Fitness Ctr.
8:30-5 Pool, Ping Pong
8:30-5 Open Tech Lab
9 :00 Café/Breakfast
9 :00 Walking Group
10:00 Weaving
12:00 Lunch
12:45 Bingo
1:00 Tai Chi
3:00 Ballroom Dance (1st/3rd)
4:00 Yoga
6:00 Tap Dance
Friday 8:30-5 Fitness Ctr.
8:30-5 Open Tech Lab
8:30-5 Pool, Ping Pong
9 :00 Café/Breakfast
9:30 S-Sneakers Classic
10:45 News & Views
11:00 Enhance Fitness
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Pinochle / Bridge
1:00 Movie (2nd & 4th of
the month)
1
2 3:00 Tap Dance
3 9:30 “Ask The Nurse”
11:15 Best Day Story Telling
1:00 Book Club
3:00 Ballroom Dance
4:00 YOGA
6:00 Tap Dance
4
7 10:30 Reading Buddies 1:00 Paper Art Workshop 3:00 Self Defense
“Classic Tones Return”
8 9:30 Advisory Council
1:00 Financial Meeting
2:00 One Book -
One Phila.
“12 Years A Slave”
Film Showing
9
10:45 Be The Boss of Your Chronic Pain Presentation 3:00 Tap Dance
10 11:15 Best Day Story Telling
4:00 YOGA
6:00 Tap Dance
11
1:00 Movie
14
10:30 Reading Buddies 1:00 Paper Art Workshop
3:00 Self Defense
15 1:00 One Book -
One Phila.
Book Discussion
“Cold Mountain”
16
11:00 Nutrition 4 Life Topic: Beans & Fiber 3:00 Tap Dance
