August 6: Camp Café: Frolic in the Forest
Come enjoy the sights and sounds of trail with some virtual hikes. We’ll also talk about the health benefits of time in nature, whether you are deep in the woods or on a bench in a park.
YMCA Healthy Aging Community Cafés bring together those who are 55+ to build health in spirit, mind, and body so that we thrive with greater purpose, connection, and well-being.
Each café is an hour-long Zoom call starting with a large group time of welcome. The next 15 minutes is spent with an expert talking about the designated subject for the day, followed by a 20-minute reflective dialogue in small groups about the subject. Everyone is invited to listen and contribute as they feel comfortable. The large group gathers back the last 5 minutes for a note of encouragement.
All YMCA Healthy Aging Community Cafés are hosted on Zoom. If you are new to Zoom and would like some assistance getting started, please note that on your registration form.
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August 6 - September 24
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August 13: Procrastination and What to do About it
Do you put off what you really need to do and keep busy while you don't do it? Come find out some reasons we procrastinate, plus some ways to break the habit.
August 13: 1-2pm
August 20: Tour of YMCA360
Many YMCA associations provide YMCA360 as a membership benefit. We’ll take a thorough tour of what you can access in this on-demand video library and portal chuck full of exercise classes, pickle ball tutorials, cooking classes, toddler story times, Parkinson’s support, and computer literacy and more. You may be surprised!
August 20: 1-2pm
August 27: Mindfulness and Breath –Soothing Your Nervous System
Mindfulness is a tool that can be used any place, any time. Mindfulness is a tool that can be used any place, any time, to help calm and soothe the nervous system. Focusing on our breath is one of the easiest ways to practice daily mindfulness. We’ll discuss the what, why, and how of mindfulness and breath, and practice several techniques together.
August 27: 1-2pm
September 3: NO CAFE
Please note there is no cafe scheduled for September 3rd.
September 10: Discovering your Post-Retirement Passion
Many retirees often get stuck looking for their retirement passion, where meaning and happiness are found. We have some practical strategies to guide you.
September 10: 1-2pm
September 17: Developing and Maintaining Friendships
The dynamics of mid-life friendships can be challenging. Come share and listen to ideas that maintain rich and rewarding relationships with old and new friends.
September 17: 1-2pm
September 24: Fall Prevention Resources in YMCA360
The first week of fall reminds us to think about preventing falls. Try some exercises that increase balance and decrease fall risk, available through YMCA360.