Zumba Gold

The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Come ready to sweat, and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong. For more information, call 780-6216.

Alzheimer’s Prevention Registry

We need to effectively find ways to delay or even prevent Alzheimer’s disease from developing. One way is by gathering volunteers to help with these goals. What is an Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention Registry? How is each registry different? Can anyone volunteer? Join us for this informative presentation.

Dementia & Hearing Loss

Studies have shown seniors with hearing loss are significantly more likely to develop dementia over time than those who retain their hearing. Why is this? What can we do about it?

Diabetes Support Group: Food is Medicine

Mary Flynn, a Brown University researcher and a nutritionist at Miriam Hospital, is back with us to discuss the importance of healthy eating and cooking. She will discuss a plant-based and olive oil diet along with the Mediterranean diet.

Chronic Disease Self-Management Program: Tools for Healthy Living

This is a free, six-session program for people with one or more chronic conditions, such as asthma, diabetes, pain, arthritis or heart disease. Topics addressed include dealing with frustration, isolation, pain and fatigue; exercises for improving flexibility and strength; medications and nutrition; and new treatments.

Everyone receives a workbook, and upon successfully completing the program, participants will receive a relaxation CD and a gift certificate. Space is limited. Register by calling 780-6000.

Step Up Challenge

Sponsor: Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode IslandThe Cranston Enrichment Center will be challenging other senior centers in the area. We will be competing against Coventry Senior Center, Pilgrim Senior Center and West Warwick Senior Center. The Step Up Challenge runs from Sept. 3-30. The center with the highest average steps over four weeks will receive $2,500 from BCBSRI. The top three winners at each center will also receive prizes.

To join the challenge, you must be a participant at the center and 55 years of age or older. Each person will receive a fitness tracker or a pedometer to record daily steps. Participants will report daily numbers on a weekly basis.

Register now at the center.

Our programs assist, inform, entertain and enrich the lives of individuals 55 years and older. To learn more about our services and programs and the latest activities and upcoming programs follow us on Twitter (@cranstonsenior) and Facebook (@CranstonSeniorEnrichmentCenter).