The Menasha Senior Center, in downtown Menasha, warmly welcomes any adult 55+
to participate in the many activities we offer. There is no membership fee.
Mission Statement:
Our mission is to enhance the quality of life of older adults by providing
educational, recreational, social, and wellness programs and to meet these needs
as requested by the community.
Some activities at the Menasha Senior Center include:
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Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9:30-10:30am .
Bike 4 Fun:
Explore the area with other casual bikers. Monday afternoons May-October.
Bingo:
Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 1:00-3:30pm .
Card games:
Sheepshead - Mondays, 12:30 - 4:00pm (not for beginners)
Canasta - Fridays, 12:30-4:00pm
Bridge - Thursdays, 1:00-4:00pm (not for beginners)
Texas Hold'em -Wednesdays 12:30pm (beginners
welcome)
Computer Lab:
Five computers, with immediate access to the Internet, are available at
the center. They can be used by any senior between the hours of 8am-4pm
. Also one-on-one computer classes are offered on Monday mornings.
Craft classes:
Instruction on seasonal crafts offered periodically.
FVTC classes:
Food Preparation Skills and Basic Sewing classes, through
the Fox Valley Technical College/Neenah, are offered at the center.
Presentations:
Offered monthly covering many topics of interest to seniors (i.e.: legal
issues, hearing loss, prescription costs, etc.)
Health Screenings:
Blood pressure is taken every week at the center by the
Menasha Health Department (the 1 st , 2 nd , & 3 rd Tuesday from 1:15-3:00pm
; the 4 th Tuesday from 10:00am -12:00n.
Monthly health screenings are
offered regularly by the Menasha Health Department's 60 Plus Health Program
(i.e.: cholesterol, urine, osteoporosis, depression, skin cancer, blood
sugar).
VNA foot care clinics are also
offered twice a month. Appointments are required by calling 727-5555.
Trips:
One day trips are scheduled throughout the year. Call and ask for a trip
brochure.
Parties:
Held monthly at the center each month with a different theme. There
is a minimal charge of $5.00 for admission that helps cover the cost of
food, entertainment, games and door prizes. Registration in advance encouraged.
The Spring Banquet in May and
the Christmas Banquet in December are held off-site. The cost of the ticket
varies.
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Newsletter:
"The Senior Chatter", Menasha
Senior Center’s monthly newsletter, is available for only $4.00 a year
via ground mail or click here for free
on-line version. It offers a calendar of events for the month as well as fun,
interesting and informative reading material.
Noon meal:
The Menasha Senior Center is a site for the Winnebago Co. nutrition
program's noon meals offered to seniors 60 yrs and older. There is no charge
but a suggested donation of at least $2.75. A 24-hr. reservation and cancellation
call at 725-6323 is required. menu
Benefit Specialist:
The Winnebago Co. Benefit Specialist, Candace Corbett, visits
the Menasha Senior Center the first two Thursdays from 10:00-11:30am. She is
available to assist you with any public benefit program.
Information and Referral:
The center staff will assist in identifying a local agency or
organization that my help you with your needs.
QUESTIONS?
If you have questions, want an update on the status of one of
the activities, want to schedule a visit or register for a trip, don't hesitate
to give Sylvia or Barb a call at 967-3530.
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