Never a dull moment at the Tyvola
Senior Center! Check out this video from our January 13,
2012 New Year’s Celebration. Interested in learning new
steps? Call 704-522-6222 to register for our free Line
Dancing with Louise class on Mondays and Wednesdays from
1:00pm – 2:30pm!
NEW!
Tax Filing Assistance -Tuesdays
and Thursdays beginning February 2, 2012. It is that time of
year again! For those 55 years and better and/or any disabled
persons, this service is for you! The Center is partnering with
AARP for tax filing assistance for simple tax returns
from February 2, 2012 and ending April 12, 2012. You MUST
schedule an appointment. Call (704) 522-6222.
NEW!
Heart Health Seminar - Friday,
February 3, 2011 at 10 am. Ebony Finley, RN, BSN from CMC
University will enlighten you on heart diseases and conditions
that can impact your health as you continue to age. Mrs. Finley
will give out tips and literature regarding self-management and
prevention for a NEW heart healthy you in 2012! Call the Center
(704) 522-6222 to register for this class.
NEW!
Tyvola Center Cinemas
-Fridays, Starting February 3, 2011 at 1 pm. From the heart
throbbing classic films to the jaw dropping new age DVDs, we
encourage you to watch our wide variety of flicks. New movies
will be shown each week and popcorn will be served! The first
movie is “The Help” which was directed by Tate Taylor and based
on the novel written by Kathryn Stockett. Call the Center at
(704)522-6222 for remaining February movie titles.
NEW!
Elderly Tax Relief Program –
February 8, 2012, 11 - 12 pm. North Carolina offers property tax
relief programs for permanent qualified homeowners. Tiffany
Pettit, CNCA will thoroughly explain the Elderly or Disabled
Exclusion, Circuit Breaker Tax Deferment, and Disabled Veteran
Exclusion Programs and guide you with the completion of the
application process. The deadline to submit this application is
June 1 of each year. Call the Center to register for this
seminar.
NEW!
Memory Lane Café-
February 17, 2012 10:30 am. Join us for the wonderful acoustic
guitar and vocals of David Hoag, who will play all of your
favorite standards!
NEW!
Legislative Agenda on Aging –
February 20, 2012 8:30 - 10:30 am. Council on Aging and the
Charlotte Mecklenburg Aging Coalition presents this networking
opportunity for you to meet your state, county, and city elected
officials. A light breakfast is provided. Please pre-register by
calling (704) 522-6222.
Photo Club –
Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at 12 pm. New participants are
welcome!
Man
Cave Breakfast
-Thursday, February 2, 2012 at 8:45 am. Sponsored by Summit
Place of SouthPark. Special guest speaker: Representative from
the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
Breakfast Beauties –
Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 8:45 am. Kim Cuomo, Carolinas
Healthcare Systems Professional, will speak on the importance of
heart health for women. We encourage all women participants to
wear red on this day! Sponsored by Summit Place of
SouthPark. Pre-registration is required. Call (704) 522-6222.
Deafolinas – Tuesday, February 14,
2012 at 9 am. Support group for the hearing impaired, and led by
William Jernigan.
Visually Impaired Persons Support Group –
Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 1 pm. Support group for the
visually impaired and led by Jane Genten, a Social Worker for
the Blind.
Computer Help with Bill –
February 17, 2012 9:00am-12:00pm. Bill is on hand to answer any
questions you have regarding computers. By Appointment Only!
Please call
(704) 522-6222 to
schedule your appointment today!
Cooking School –
Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 1 pm. Learn fun and tasty
recipes from Chef Dennis of Summit Place of SouthPark!
Alzheimer’s Support Group–
Thursday, February 28, 2012 at 10:30 am. Support Group for those
with loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease, and led by Vina Perasu,
MD and Sallie English, RN from Care Haven Senior Home Care
Agency.
FREEstyle Arts & Crafts –
Every Tuesday 8:30am-12:30pm! We supply the space, you supply
the talent! If you have any unfinished artwork or craft pieces
do not hesitate to come and join the bunch!
Line Dancing with Louise –
Mondays and Wednesdays of each month from 1-2:30pm
Computer Lab –
The computer lab is open Monday through Friday from
8:00am-4:00pm.
Library –
Stop in and visit our library! Check out books and donate books
as well. Open Monday through Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm.
Puzzles –
Check out our puzzle collection located in our library! Open
Monday through Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm.
Lunch
Senior Citizen Nutrition Program–
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-2:00pm,
The Tyvola Senior Center is a congregate meal site for the
Mecklenburg County Senior Citizen Nutrition Program. If you are
interested in joining us for lunch and fellowship please call
704-817-5463
for important enrollment info.
SNP Special Events
Valentine’s Day Luncheon will be on Tuesday, February 14, 2012
for all SNP participants and guests. Please call 704-817-5463 to
register. Pre-Registration is required!
Guest Fee(s): $5.00/visit
Last day for registration: Wednesday, February 9, 2012
Exercise &
Fitness
NEW!
Heart Health Seminar
- Friday, February 3, 2011 at 10 am. Ebony Finley, RN, BSN from
CMC University will enlighten you on heart diseases and
conditions that can impact your health as you continue to age.
Mrs. Finley will give out tips and literature regarding
self-management and prevention for a NEW heart healthy you in
2012! Call the Center (704) 522-6222 to register for this class.
NEW!
Weights After Work –
Tuesdays 6-7pm. $23/month with Annual Discount Card, $35/month
without Annual Discount Card. Get stronger in the New Year!
Start today!
NEW!
Tai Chi After Work –
6-7pm. $23/month with Annual Discount Card, $35/month without
Annual Discount Card. This class is for those interested in
beginning Tai Chi, and is targeted at those with Arthritis.
FREE!
Line Dancing with Louise –
Mondays and Wednesdays of each month from 1-2:30pm.
Tai Chi
-Tuesdays and Thursdays, $38/month with Annual Discount Card,
$57/month without Annual Discount Card. Try it out – your first
class for $5!
Gentle Yoga—Thursdays,
from 9 am-10:15 am$23 per month with Annual Discount
Card, $35 per month without Annual Discount Card. Try it out –
your first class for $5!
Jazzercise
– Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9:00 am-10:15 am
$30 per month with Annual Discount Card, $45 per month without
Annual Discount Card.
Table Tennis
– Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 10:15am-12:15pm.
Register at (704) 522-6222. Free with Annual Discount Card.
Health Suite
– Persons 55 and older are eligible to use the Health Suite.
Expect increased aerobic activity, an increase in lean muscle
tissue, increased range of motion and joint stability as well as
a decrease in body fat and resting heart rate! Recent studies
also show lowered risk of Alzheimer ’s disease for regular
exercisers. For more info, contact the Health Suite at
704-817-5461. $1 per visit with Annual Discount Card, $2 per
visit without Annual Discount Card.
Classes and Lectures
NEW!
Heart Health Seminar
- Friday, February 3, 2011 at 10am.
Ebony Finley, RN, BSN from CMC University will enlighten you on
heart diseases and conditions that can impact your health as you
continue to age. Mrs. Finley will give out tips and literature
regarding self-management and prevention for a NEW heart healthy
you in 2012! Call the Center (704) 522-6222 to register for this
class.
NEW!
Elderly Tax Relief Program
– Wednesday, February 8, 2012 11
am-12
pm. North Carolina offers
property tax relief programs for permanent qualified
homeowners. Tiffany Pettit, CNCA will thoroughly explain the
Elderly or Disabled Exclusion, Circuit Breaker Tax Deferment,
and Disabled Veteran Exclusion Programs and guide you with the
completion of the application process. The deadline to submit
this application is June 1 of each year. Call (704) 522-6222 to
register for this seminar.
NEW!
Legislative Agenda on Aging – Monday,
February 20, 2012 8:30
-10:30 am. Council on Aging and the
Charlotte Mecklenburg Aging Coalition presents this networking
opportunity for you to meet your state, county, and city elected
officials. A light breakfast is provided. Please pre-register by
calling (704) 522-6222.
NEW!
AARP Driver’s Class
– Monday, February 27, 2012 9 am-1
pm
NEW!
Introduction to Computers –
Every Wednesday, February 1-March 7 at 9am.
This 6-week class will cover basic Windows information about
your computer and an introduction to word processing,
spreadsheets, database, surfing the Internet and using e-mail.
NEW!
Advanced Word Processing-Every
Wednesday, February 15-March 7 at 1 pm.
This 4-week workshop will be geared for those who have some
knowledge of computers. Please ask for an entrance exam to see
if you would be a good fit for this class. This class is not
suggested for beginners.
Deafolinas –
Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 9 am. Support group for the
hearing impaired, and led by William Jernigan.
Visually Impaired Persons Support Group –
Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 1 pm. Support group for the
visually impaired and led by Jane Genten, a Social Worker for
the Blind.
Alzheimer’s Support Group–
Thursday, February 28, 2012 at 10:30 am. Support Group for those
with loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease, and led by Vina Perasu,
MD and Sallie English, RN from Care Haven Senior Home Care
Agency.
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
FREE!
Photo Club–
Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at 12pm. New participants are always
welcome!
FREE!
Cooking School–
Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 1pm. Learn to make fun and tasty
recipes from Chef Dennis of Summit Place of SouthPark!
Basket Weaving –
Monday 2pm. $30/term with Annual Discount Card, $45/term without
Annual Discount Card.
Watercolor –
Every Tuesday 1pm.$50/term with Annual Discount Card,
$75/term without Annual Discount Card.
FREE!
FREEstyle Arts & Crafts
– Every Tuesday 8:30am-12:30pm! We supply the space, you supply
the talent! If you have unfinished artwork or craft pieces do
not hesitate to come and join the bunch!
Crafts with Virginia –
Every Wednesday from 10-11:30am! $8 per class with/without
Annual Discount Card.
FREE!
Happy Hookers Crochet Club
– Every Friday 10:00am-1:00pm! Learn new crochet techniques and
help make baby hats for CMC Pineville! Call 704-522-6222 for
more information.
Cards
Spades–
Mondays 10am-12pm. Free with Annual Discount Card!
Canasta–
Tuesdays and Fridays 12:30pm-4pm. Free with Annual Discount
Card!
Beginner’s Bridge Instruction–
New term begins Tuesday, January 10, 2012.Tuesdays
10:30am-12pm and Fridays 1pm-4pm. $50 per term with Annual
Discount Card, $75 per term without Annual Discount Card.
Bridge Groups–
There are at least 8 bridge groups that meet at Tyvola. Please
call the Center to get the contact name and number for the group
you are interested in. Free with Annual Discount Card!
Cards
Spades–
Mondays 10am-12pm. Free with Annual Discount Card!
Canasta–
Tuesdays and Fridays 12:30pm-4pm. Free with Annual Discount
Card!
Beginner’s Bridge Instruction–
New term begins Tuesday, January 10, 2012.Tuesdays
10:30am-12pm and Fridays 1-4pm. $50 per term with Annual
Discount Card, $75 per term without Annual Discount Card.
Bridge Groups–
There are at least 8 bridge groups that meet at Tyvola. Please
call the Center to get the contact name and number for the group
you are interested in. Free with Annual Discount Card!
Special Events and Trips
NEW! FREE!
Legislative Agenda on Aging-Monday,
February 20, 2012 8:30 am-10:30 am.
Council on Aging and the Charlotte Mecklenburg Aging Coalition
presents this networking opportunity for you to meet your state,
county, and city elected officials. A light breakfast is
provided. Please pre-register by calling (704) 522-6222.
Mecklenburg County Senior Trips–
Call 704-432-4580 for more information! You can also stop by
the Tyvola Senior Center to pick up a flyer
Cherokee Casino Trips–
These popular trips are on hold for the now, but we are taking
names and numbers for those interested! Please call (704)
522-6222 to leave your name and number.
Volunteer Opportunities
For Individuals:
Computer Lab Help:
Man our 6 station computer lab and assist Seniors with:
applications, internet, e-mail, internet searches, Skype, etc.
Computer knowledge is a must! Morning and afternoon shifts
available.
Receptionists, Greeters and Health Suite Volunteers:
Training is available for all listed positions.
Bilingual Volunteers
SHIIP Volunteers:
SHIIP volunteers help fellow citizens and / or their caregiver
in their community with questions regarding Medicare, Medicare
supplements, Medicare claims processing, Medicare Advantage,
Medicare prescription drug plans, long-term care insurance and
Medicare fraud.
Volunteers go through online training with the aid of the SHIIP
Coordinator in the community.
Dietician, Nutritionist or Nurse
to lead healthy eating groups.
For Groups of Volunteers:
We always have opportunities for groups of adults and groups of
supervised students.
Some examples:
Planning and implementing a program or special events for
seniors
Cleaning
Painting
Outdoor sprucing up
Setting up for special programs and events
Call 704-522-6222 for more information!
Retired Senior Volunteer Program:
Are you 60 years or older and interested in volunteering? RSVP
works with over 75 agencies to find the perfect volunteer
opportunity for you in the Charlotte area! Contact 704-817-5465
for more information!
NEW! Brain
Boosters -Thursdays,
beginning March 1 - 29, 2012,10 - 11:30 am
This five
week class will teach you the importance of cognitive
stimulation and functioning, while boosting your memory. You
will challenge the left and right sides of your brain with
various brain exercises in order to maintain your active life.
Call the Center to register 704-522-6222! Space is limited!
NEW! Hypnosis
Workshop - Mondays,
beginning March 5 - 26, 2012, 10:30 - 11:30 am
This four
week hypnotherapy series will aid with your management of
chronic diseases and/or habits you face on a daily basis. Ralph
Broom from the Charlotte Hypnosis Center will teach you
relaxation, stress release, and self-hypnosis techniques you can
use in the comfort of your home. Limit: 15 participants
Call the
Center to register 704-522-6222!
NEW! Living
Healthy with Diabetes - Wednesdays,
beginning March 14 thru April 11, 2012, 1 - 3:30 pm
This six week
workshop was developed by Stanford University and will help you
or someone you know learn to live a healthy life with this
chronic condition. Call the Center to register 704-522-6222!
Limit: 15 participants
NEW! Tyvola Senior
CenterAnnual Art Show -
Friday, March 30, 2012, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Join us for
wine and cheese, good company, and beautiful art! We will be
displaying work by artists in all of our art classes. This
event is FREE and open to
the public.
It’s Back!
Tax Filing Assistance -Tuesdays
and Thursdays, February 2 - April 17, 2012
It is that time of year again! For those 55 years and better
and/or any disabled persons, this service is for you! The Center
is partnering with AARP for tax filing assistance for simple
tax returns from February 2, 2012 and ending April 12,
2012. You MUST schedule an appointment. Call
(704) 522-6222.
It’s Back!
Tyvola Center Cinemas –
Fridays at 1 pm
From the heart throbbing classic films to the jaw dropping new
age DVDs, we encourage you to watch our wide variety of flicks.
New movies will be shown each week and popcorn will be served!
Call the Center at (704)522-6222 for movie titles.
It’s Back! Memory Lane
Café -
Friday, March 16, 2012 10:30 am
Join us for
the wonderful acoustic guitar and vocals of David Hoag, who will
play all of your favorite standards!
It’s Back! Arthritis
Foundation Tai Chi - Tuesdays & Thursdays at 2:00 pm,
March 1 – April 26 2012
Come and enjoy a
FREETai Chi class
that is great for stress relief and beneficial for balance. This
class is appropriate for all levels of mobility.
It’s Back! Chair Yoga -
Thursdays at 10:15AM, March 1 – April 26, 2012
This FREEclass is open to everyone, and is suitable for
individuals with limited mobility. Chair yoga is adapted so that
you don’t have to get up and down off the floor, but still gives
you all of the benefits of yoga including improving strength,
flexibility, posture, and more!
Photo Club – Wednesday,
March 7, 2012 at 12 pm. New
participants are welcome!
Man Cave Breakfast -
Thursday, March 8, 2012 at 8:45 am.
Sponsored by Summit Place of SouthPark. Pre-registration is
required. Call (704) 522-6222.
Breakfast Beauties –
Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at 8:45 am.
Sponsored by Summit Place of SouthPark. Pre-registration is
required. Call (704) 522-6222.
Cooking School –
Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 1 pm.
Learn fun and tasty recipes from Chef Dennis of Summit Place of
SouthPark! Preregister to hold your spot!
Deafolinas –
Tuesday, March 13,
2012 at 9 am.
This support group
for the hearing impaired is led by William Jernigan. Call the
Center for more information.
Visually Impaired Persons Support Group – Thursday,
March 15, 2012 at 1 pm
This is a support group for the visually impaired and is led by
Jane Genten, a Social Worker for the Blind.
Alzheimer’s Support Group – Thursday,
March 27, 2012 at 10:30 am
This support group, for those with loved ones with Alzheimer’s
disease, is led by Vina Perasu, MD and Sallie English, RN, from
Care Haven Senior Home Care Agency.
FREEstyle Arts & Crafts –
Every Tuesday 8:30 am-12:30 pm
We supply the space, you supply the talent! If you have any
unfinished artwork or craft pieces do not hesitate to come and
join the bunch!
Line Dancing with Louise –
Mondays and Wednesdays of each month from 1 - 2:30 pm. Donations
appreciated!
Computer Lab
– The computer lab is open Monday through Friday from
8:30am-4:00pm.
Library
– Stop in and visit our library! Check out books and donate
books as well. Open Monday through Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm.
Puzzles
– Check out our puzzle collection located
in our library! Open Monday through Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm.
Lunch
Senior Citizen Nutrition Program–
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-2:00pm, The Tyvola
Senior Center is a congregate meal site for the Mecklenburg
County Senior Citizen Nutrition Program. If you are interested
in joining us for lunch and fellowship please call
704-817-5463 for important
enrollment info.
Exercise &
Fitness
NEW! Living
Healthy with Diabetes - Wednesdays,
beginning March 14 thru April 11, 2012, 1 - 3:30 pm
This six week
workshop was developed by Stanfor University and will help you
or someone you know learn to live a healthy life with this
chronic condition. Call the Center to register 704-522-6222!
Limit: 15 participants
Weights After Work –
Tuesdays 6 - 7pm. $23/month with Annual Discount Card, $35/month
without Annual Discount Card. Get stronger! Build bone density
along with muscle strength! Start today!
Tai Chi After Work –
6 - 7pm. $23/month with Annual Discount Card, $35/month without
Annual Discount Card. This class is for those interested in
beginning Tai Chi, and is targeted at those with Arthritis.
FREE!
Line Dancing with Louise –
Mondays and Wednesdays of each month from 1-2:30pm. Join in the
fun as you burn calories!
Tai Chi
-Tuesdays and Thursdays, $38/month with Annual Discount Card,
$57/month without Annual Discount Card. Try it out – your first
class for $5!
It’s Back! Arthritis
Foundation Tai Chi - Tuesdays & Thursdays at 2:00 pm,
March 1 – April 26 2012
Come and enjoy a
FREETai Chi class
that is great for stress relief and beneficial for balance. This
class is appropriate for all levels of mobility.
Gentle Yoga—Thursdays,
from 9 - 10:15 am$23 per month with Annual Discount
Card, $35 per month without Annual Discount Card. Try it out –
your first class for $5!
It’s Back! Chair Yoga -
Thursdays at 10:15 am, March 1 – April 16, 2012
This FREEclass is open to everyone, and is suitable for
individuals with limited mobility. Chair yoga is adapted so that
you don’t have to get up and down off the floor, but still gives
you all of the benefits of yoga including improving strength,
flexibility, posture, and more!
Jazzercise –
Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9 - 10:15 am $30 per
month with Annual Discount Card, $45 per month without Annual
Discount Card.
Free during March & April!
Table Tennis –
Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 10:15 am - 12:15pm.
Free during the months of March and April for those practicing
for Charlotte Mecklenburg Senior Games.
Health Suite
– Persons 55 and older are eligible to use the Health Suite.
Expect increased aerobic activity, an increase in lean muscle
tissue, increased range of motion and joint stability as well as
a decrease in body fat and resting heart rate! Recent studies
also show lowered risk of Alzheimer’s disease for regular
exercisers. For more info, contact the Health Suite at
704-817-5461. $1 per visit with Annual Discount Card, $2 per
visit without Annual Discount Card.
Classes and Lectures
NEW!
Living Healthy with Diabetes - Wednesdays,
beginning March 14 - April 11, 2012, 1 - 1:30 pm
This six week
workshop was developed by Stanfor University and will help you
or someone you know learn to live a healthy life with this
chronic condition. Call the Center to register 704-522-6222!
Limit: 15 participants
NEW! Hypnosis
Workshop -
Mondays, beginning March 5, 2012, 10:30 - 11:30 am
This four
week hypnotherapy series will aid with your management of
chronic diseases and/or habits you face on a daily basis. Ralph
Broom from the Charlotte Hypnosis Center will teach you
relaxation, stress release, and self-hypnosis techniques you can
use in the comfort of your home. Limit: 15-20 participants
Call the
Center to register 704-522-6222!
NEW! Brain
Boosters - Thursdays,
beginning March 1 - 29, 201210 -11:30 am
This five
week class will teach you the importance of cognitive
stimulation and functioning, while boosting your memory skill.
You will challenge the left and right sides of your brain with
various brain exercises in order to maintain your active life.
Call the Center to register 704-522-6222!
Introduction to Computers –
Every Wednesday, February 1 - March 7 at 9am
This 6-week
class will cover basic Windows information about your computer
and an introduction to word processing, spreadsheets, database,
surfing the Internet and using e-mail. $40 with Discount Card,
$60 without Discount Card. Preregister by calling (704)
522-6222.
Advanced Word Processing -
Every Wednesday, February 15-March 7 at 1 pm
This 4-week
workshop will be geared for those who have some knowledge of
computers. Please ask for an entrance exam to see if you would
be a good fit for this class. This class is not suggested
for beginners. $40 with Discount Card, $60 without Discount
Card. Preregister by calling (704) 522-6222.
Deafolinas –
Tuesday, March 13,
2012 at 9 am.
This support group
for the hearing impaired is led by William Jernigan. Call the
Center for more information.
Visually Impaired Persons Support Group – Thursday,
March 15, 2012 at 1 pm
This is a support group for the visually impaired and is led by
Jane Genten, a Social Worker for the Blind.
Alzheimer’s Support Group – Thursday,
March 27, 2012 at 10:30 am
This support group, for those with loved ones with Alzheimer’s
disease, is led by Vina Perasu, MD and Sallie English, RN, from
Care Haven Senior Home Care Agency.
Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
FREE!
Photo Club –
Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at 12pm. New participants are always
welcome!
FREE!
Cooking School –
Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at 1pm. Learn to make fun and tasty
recipes from Chef Dennis of Summit Place of SouthPark!
Pre-register to hold your spot!
Basket Weaving –
Mondays at 2pm. $30/term with Annual Discount Card, $45/term
without Annual Discount Card.
Watercolor –
Every Tuesday 1pm.$50/term with Annual Discount Card,
$75/term without Annual Discount Card.
FREE!
FREEstyle Arts & Crafts
– Every Tuesday 8:30 - 12:30pm! We supply the space, you supply
the talent! If you have unfinished artwork or craft pieces do
not hesitate to come and join the bunch!
Crafts with Virginia –
Every Wednesday from 10 - 11:30am! $8 per class with/without
Annual Discount Card.
FREE!
Happy Hookers Crochet Club
– Every Friday 10:00am-1:00pm! Learn new crochet techniques and
help make baby hats for CMC Pineville! Call 704-522-6222 for
more information.
Beginner’s Bridge Instruction
–Tuesdays 10:30am - 12pm and Fridays 1 - 4pm. $50 per
term with Annual Discount Card, $75 per term without Annual
Discount Card.
Bridge Groups–
There are at least 8 bridge groups that meet at Tyvola. Please
call the Center to get the contact name and number for the group
you are interested in. Free with Annual Discount Card!
Special Events and Trips
NEW! Tyvola Senior
Center AnnualArt Show -
Friday, March 30, 2012, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Join us for
wine and cheese, good company, and beautiful art! We will be
displaying work by artists in all of our art classes. This
event is FREE and open to the public.
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Senior Trips
– Call (704) 432-4580 for more information! You can also stop by
the Tyvola Senior Center to pick up a flyer.
Cherokee Casino Trips –
These popular trips are on hold for the now, but we are taking
names and numbers for those interested! Please call (704)
522-6222 to leave your name and number.
Volunteer Opportunities
For Individuals:
Computer Lab Help:
Man our 6 station computer lab and assist Seniors with:
applications, internet, e-mail, internet searches, Skype, etc.
Computer knowledge is a must! Morning and afternoon shifts
available.
Receptionists, Greeters and Health Suite Volunteers:
Training is available for all listed positions.
Bilingual Volunters
SHIIP Volunteers:
SHIIP volunteers help fellow citizens and / or their caregiver
in their community with questions regarding Medicare, Medicare
supplements, Medicare claims processing, Medicare Advantage,
Medicare prescription drug plans, long-term care insurance and
Medicare fraud.
Volunteers go through online training with the aid of the SHIIP
Coordinator in the community.
Dietician, Nutritionist or Nurse
to lead healthy eating groups.
For Groups of Volunteers:
We always have opportunities for groups of adults and groups of
supervised students.
Some examples:
Planning and implementing a program or special events for
seniors
Cleaning
Painting
Outdoor sprucing up
Setting up for special programs and events
Call 704-522-6222 for more information!
Retired Senior Volunteer Program:
Are you 60 years or older and interested in volunteering? RSVP
works with over 75 agencies to find the perfect volunteer
opportunity for you in the Charlotte area! Contact 704-817-5465
for more information!
