Ashland Senior Services Division - Ashland Parks & Recreation Commission

Ongoing Activities at the Ashland Senior Center

All activities are online or by phone until further notice due to COVID-19.
Please check back or call 541.488.5342 for current status

All activities listed are at the Ashland Senior Center, 1699 Homes Avenue, unless otherwise indicated. For more information, please call 541.488.5342 or email seniorinfo@ashland.or.us

Gentle Yoga / Online Class

The focus of this one hour hatha yoga class is to increase strength, flexibility and balance while simultaneously alleviating stress and fatigue. Additional benefits of regular yoga practice include an overall sense of well-being and an increase in self-awareness and self-acceptance. Participants must be aware of their own capabilities in order to participate safely. Ability to get up and down from the floor is encouraged. Please have a mat, two blankets and a lightweight portable chair for each Zoom class. Register online at ashland.or.us/register or call 541.488.5342.

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50 & Better
Wednesdays and Fridays
Session 1 is Jan 6, 13, 20, 27/ Session 2 is Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 / Session 3 is Feb 3, 10, 17, 24 / Session 4 is Feb 5, 12, 19, 26 / Session 5 is Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 / Session 6 is Mar 5, 12, 19, 26
10:30 to 11:30am
$20 for 4 classes (Sessions 1, 2, 3, 4, 6) or $25 for 5 classes (Session 5)
Linda Grace Wilhelm
Web link and instructions for virtual class will be emailed prior to the beginning of the class

Computer, Tablet and Phone Instruction / By Phone

Are you struggling with your computer, tablet or phone (Android, iPhone, Apple/Mac or PC)? Or just wanting to make the best use of your device? Learn about apps, how to set up email, surf the web, create documents or just become more comfortable with computer basics. Please call 541.488.5342 to make an appointment for assistance over the phone.

Dementia Caregiver Support Group / Online or by Phone

This support group meets every third Wednesday of the month, by phone or video chat. To register, please call 541.488.5342. For more information, contact the Alzheimer's Association at 1.800.272.3900 or visit their website ALZ.ORG

Low-Income Foot Care Clinic

Specially trained nurses provide ongoing foot care for Ashland and Talent seniors who meet low-income and risk-factor criteria. This reduced cost care is provided through a partnership with the nurses who donate part of their fee, a grant from Soroptomist International of Ashland, private donations, and the Ashland Senior Services Division. During COVID, these in-person appointments are being held at a clinic that can ensure adherence to public health guidelines. Please call 541.488.5342 for more information and to get on the waiting list.

Resource Consultation Appointments / By phone

Senior Services Division staff are available for one-on-one resource consultations to help you get connected to the help you need…for free? Please call 541.488.5342 to make an appointment to learn about public and private services and programs that fit your personal situation. (Brief information, assistance and referral services are also available on Mon—Fri, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. by phone.)

SHIBA — Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance / By Phone

Specially trained volunteers can speak with you by phone to help you receive as many Medicare benefits as possible and reduce out of pocket costs. SHIBA is funded by a federal grant from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid. These services are available at no charge and are by appointment. Please call 541.488.5342 to make a phone appointment or for more information.

For more information on these activities, please call the Senior Services Division at 541.488.5342 or email seniorinfo@ashland.or.us. For a complete list of current activities and upcoming events, please check the Senior News monthly newsletter at ashland.or.us/seniornews.