Seniors can sample a variety of evidence-based programs, offered in partnership with Young at Heart Resources. Three different topics over three weeks - come join us for informative and fun sessions!
Feel the music and come alive! Drums Alive is the original drumming fitness program to combine the rhythms of drumming with movement and dance. Golden Beats is an evidence-based exercise program for older adults that energizes the brain and body. Exercises are performed with a chair and seated options provided.
Young at Heart Resources partners with area service providers by funding meal and nutrition programs, active living centers, and in-home care agencies throughout Northwest Missouri. The organization also offers healthy aging courses, community outreach, advocacy during long-term care arrangements, information and assistance and comprehensive benefits counseling. Additional options for assistance include: transportation, legal aid, public education, medicare & medicaid counseling, ombudsman advocacy, grandparents raising grandchildren, and the Silver Haired Legislature. (https://www.yahresources.org/)
Belt Branch was expanded and renovated in 2006 and occupies a unique space in a commercial strip-mall building on the busiest thoroughfare in town. It is open 7 days a week and offers over 30 programs per month. You can also schedule a one-on-one technology appointment or apply to get a passport.