At the YMCA of the Sandhills, we believe staying healthy, connected and active doesn't stop with age--it gets better. Our Active Older Adults (AOA) programs are designed to support your whole self: body, mind and spirit. Aging adults and seniors find a strong sense of belonging and a network of friends that supports sustained health and well-being!
From fitness classes tailored to all ability levels, to water workouts that are easy on the joints, the Y provides opportunities for aging adults to keep moving and strong with confidence. Just as important, the Y offers ways to connect, whether that's enjoying coffee with friends after class, getting together for lunch or learning a new skill. Most programs are free for seniors.
If you are interested in forming a special interest group, connect with one of our Health & Wellness Coordinators:
Fayetteville Y: Karen Utley
karen.utley@ymcaofthesandhills.org
Saleeby Family Y: Jenya Nguyen
Saleeby.Wellness@ymcaofthesandhills.org
--FREE BETTER HEALTH SCREENINGS
9:00-11:00 (Drop In)
First Monday, monthly
- TECH TIME: Learn something new!
Some topics we have discussed have been spotting scams online, safe use of the Internet, renting and Airbnb and others.
10-11:30 am
October 17: Anything Goes Tech Questions! Get your tech questions ansewred.
November 14: Online Shopping
-UNDERSTANDING NEW COLON CANCER TESTS
October 21, 10 am
Shield Medical will join us to talk about new blood tests approved by Medicare to check for colon cancer. Learn more, get questions answered and sign up for the new test if desired on October 29 at 10 am at the Y. It's free, and a licensed nursed will draw blood. Results will be sent to you and you can share it with your doctor.
-MEDICARE CHANGES AND OPEN ENROLLMENT SEASON
Novemer 7, 10-11 am
Join us for a discussion of changes in Medicare coming and how to sign up or swtch plans during open enrollment.
- BINGO: Always fun--join us!
November 21, 11:30 am in the gym
RSVP to Karen Utley to reserve a spot.
- LUNCH OUT: Let's break bread together!
4th Wednesday of month at 12 pm (not in September)
RSVP to Karen Utley to reserve a spot.
-CHRISTMAS POTLUCK
December 19
SALEEBY
- AOA SOCIAL
4th Wed of the month, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Luncheon and fun activities
Registration for American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification at the Y is open! Anyone aged 15 to 99 who meets the qualifications is eligible! The course is November 7-9. Learn more here!