Seniors
Social connection is a crucial component of health and well-being at any age, but especially as we get older. For retirees, it is important to replace the social connections of work with new friendships, new interests and new opportunities to make a positive difference. The fun part is, we get to decide what those connections will be!
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Classes & Workshops
Senior Programming
Our Senior Program energizes community members with opportunities for wellness, creativity, and connection.Whether joining Creative Club, Exercise for EveryBody, or Alignment-Based Yoga, seniors thrive together—with plenty of opportunities to volunteer!
Classes & Workshops
Exercise for EveryBody
Monday, Wednesday & Friday | 8:30 –9:30 am | $3 | SCH GYM
Keep the body strong in this all-level exercise class, the longest running class at SCH! Whether you’re new to exercise or a longtime fitness enthusiast, this class has a place for you, and is a great place to form new community connections and friendships..
Creative Club
Wednesdays | 10:15 am –12:00 pm | 10/DROP-IN or $40 for a 5-class punch card | SCH meeting room
Explore your creative self in this fun, engaging, low-stress weekly series led by local artists and storytellers! See below for details of each month’s projects.
August Creative Club: Tie Dye!
august 12 | 10:15 am –12:15 pm | $10, register here | The Shack at sellwood park
august 19 | 10:15 am –12:15 pm | $10, register here | The Shack at sellwood park
Please Note: Preregistration Required!
Unleash your creativity and turn plain white fabric into a vibrant masterpiece! In this hands-on workshop, you will learn the colorful art of tie-dye. We will guide you step-by-step through essential folding, twisting, and binding techniques to create iconic patterns like the classic spiral, bullseye, and scrunch.
Please Bring a Cotton, Rayon or Linen Item to be tie dyed.
Let’s Talk: Conversations on Aging
Second Mondays through december | 10:15-11:30 AM | free, drop-in | SCH MEETING ROOM
Each session in the “Let’s Talk”series is an informal, interactive discussion with peers, facilitated by Conversations on Aging volunteers. A different topic is chosen for each month, and cookies, tea & coffee are provided.
Dates & Topics:
September 14: Non-Death Losses
October 12: Regrets
November 9: Thanksgiving and Gratitude
December 14: Holiday Memories
Need financial support for our Adult & Senior programs?
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