70+

FOR THOSE 70+

All programs require an assessment to ensure proper placement.

GET MOVING FRIDAYS
Every Friday, stay active and engaged with a blend of support and exercise sessions designed for individuals in the early stages of Parkinson’s disease.

Support groups run from 12-1pm, followed by an exercise class from 1-2pm.
8 classes per semester
Fridays,
• January 17: Dance Party for Parkinson’s
• January 24: Boxing (gloves required)
• January 31: Mind, Body, and Movement
• February 7: Boxing (gloves required)
$230 members / $250 nonmembers

SOCIAL ADULT DAY PROGRAM FOR THOSE 70+
The Denise & Robert Silverberg Family Friendship Circle and GEMS II programs provide a structured, stimulating environment that encourages social, cognitive, and physical stimulation through a variety of group activities for those with memory or functional impairment as a result of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, stroke, etc. Coffee, snacks, and a hot kosher lunch are provided.

At Sid Jacobson JCC
Monday-Friday, 10am–2pm

At Herricks Community Center
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 10am-2pm

EARLY STAGES MEMORY LOSS PROGRAM (CULTURE & SUPPORT)

This professionally facilitated program offers a unique combination of cutting-edge physical and memory retraining exercises created for those aware of their diagnosis to foster socialization in a welcoming and inclusive environment. With Support from the Sephardic Foundation Grant, join us on engaging community outings to local landmarks and attractions like Ben’s Kosher Deli, the botanical gardens, and much more.

10 sessions
Ongoing, Thursdays
10am-2pm

MUSIC MOVEMENT & MIND 
Our Adult Day Program now includes Music Movement and Mind activities, specifically designed for individuals with dementia. Seed funding for these activities is provided by The Annette & Sheldon A. Sinnett BASICS Fund.

Music Entertainment:  Monthly live musical performances by a curated list of performers to encourage social stimulation
Music Therapy: Weekly therapeutic music classes
Music Movement: Weekly movement classes, including Zumba and yoga

For more information, or to schedule an assessment, please contact Lindsay Pernick, LMSW, 516.484.1545 ext. 131, lpernick@sjjcc.org

“This program has improved my husband’s life ten-fold! Recognizing there is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, the Adult Day Program is the best medication. I found it so challenging to plan my husband’s social calendar and now thanks to SJJCC he is not bored, he is constantly enjoying new activities. Socialization is vital.”