Talk to Bruce McBeath, Ph.D.

Dr. McBeath is a clinical psychologist working with Goodhue County Social Services. His special interest is helping seniors deal with emotional stresses. Initial consultations are free. Call to schedule an appointment: 651-380-5042.

Stroke Support Group

2nd Wednesday • 2 - 4 p.m.

Facilitated by Deb Howard, Speech Therapist. Stroke survivors and family members receive support and share information on stroke resources, caregiving, treatment advances, strategies and coping skills.

FREE service activation coupons

Lifeline Medical Alert Service: If you are considering getting Lifeline for yourself or for a loved one, please contact Pier 55 at 651-327-2255. We have FREE service activation coupons. Lifeline can provide added reassurance preserve independence.

Lifeline Drop-Off Site: If you no longer need your Lifeline Medical Alert equipment, we’ll get it back to Lifeline for you. Free service activation coupons are also available. If you are a new user stop in for a $ 50 coupon.

Grief Support: Coffee & Good Company

Casual, drop-in support for those who have lost a loved one. Meets the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 10 a.m. on the third floor of the Mayo Clinic Health System Red Wing Professional and Community Center, 1407 W. 4th St. For more information, call Kathy Bang at 651-385-3412.

Hearing Screening Tests
and Service Center

2nd Wednesday, 9 – noon

Terry Carlson, a hearing consultant with Better Hearing Aid Centers, will be at the Senior Center to conduct free hearing screening tests, and free cleaning and tune up of all makes and models of hearing aids.

NAPS: Nutrition Assistance Program for Seniors

Tuesday, June 20,
9:45 - 10:15 a.m.

Women and men 60 years or older, who live in Minnesota and meet income guidelines, may be eligible to receive a monthly food package. Pier 55 is a distribution site. For more information and to see if you qualify, contact Channel One Food Bank toll-free at 1-877-500-8699, ext. 104.

Parkinson’s Support Group

4th Thursday • 2 p.m.

Facilitated by Pat Kernan & Patrice O’Reilly, the group welcomes family, caregivers or anyone who has Parkinson’s. Join us.

Men Only Group (Men as Caregivers)

2nd Thursday • 9 a.m.

Facilitated by Nick Even, this support and information group is for men who are providing care for a spouse or other person. All related topics associated with this responsibility are open for discussion.

Senior Homework
for Minor Home Repairs

If you or a senior you know needs assistance with small repairs in the home, call Red Wing Area Seniors. Our volunteers may be able to assist at no labor charge. Talk with Program Coordinator Stef Braun, 651-327-2255.

Advocacy Services

Randi Callahan, licensed Social Worker with Three Rivers Community Action, can assist those 60 and older and their families with information, referrals, and resources to keep independent. Have a question? Call Randi at 507-732-8512.

Notary Public - Shirley Perkins

Shirley can notarize your important papers including wills and health care directives. Donations for this complimen-tary service are gratefully accepted. Talk to Shirley to schedule an appointment.

Laptop Checkout

Need to use a computer? Members can check out lap-tops to use on site. Sign out at the front desk. No cost.

Medical Equipment Loan Program

Medical equipment (wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, safety rails for toilets, shower chairs, commodes) is available at Pier 55 to use for up to three months during a period of medical convalescence or short term disability. A donation of $20 is suggested to help with on going program costs. If you have medical equipment you no longer need, please donate it to the Senior Center.

Seniors Helping Seniors

SHS volunteers are skilled and committed to helping other seniors who are experiencing distress in their lives. If you need someone to talk to or you know someone who does, please contact Kim at 651 327 2255.

Seniors' Legal Rights

The Minnesota Attorney General’s Office has a publication dealing with your legal rights including consumer protection, charitable giving, investments, health care and planning ahead. Copies are available at the Senior Center.

There is a good chance that your insurance company may cover the cost of attending one or more of our fitness programs. Call or stop in to check.

We have fitness classes daily M-F. Stop in or call to find out which class is right for you!

"Every person is worthy and capable of enjoying their body's ability to move." - Kim Wojcik

Silver & Fit

Red Wing Area Seniors now offers Silver and Fit reimbursement for our fitness classes*. Stop in or call to get more information. See below for details about our class offerings. There’s a class for whatever your skill and interest level may be. For information on Silver and Fit, call your insurance provider or check this website: https://www.silverandfit.com/

* Silver and Fit works for all programs with the exception of Michelle Hoffman’s Yoga.

Let's Go for a Walk Inside!:

Want to count your steps but don’t have a “fitbit”? Our very own Doug Blakesley has done the counting for you. If you find yourself needing somewhere to walk inside this winter, stop at Pier 55. If you walk from end to end of our hallway (Fiesta Cancun to Pottery Museum) going one way, it is 89 steps for men and 101 steps for women. Make 8-10 trips back and forth, and you have approximately a thousand extra steps in your day. Keep moving! No sign up, fee or membership. Just your walking shoes.