FTJ Holistic Wellness Program

June Program Highlights



Summer Tales
Thursday, June 5 & Wednesday, June 18
2pm
FTJ Wellness Center
Create a storybook this summer- without writing a word. Join us for Summer Tales with Narra, an easy and enjoyable storytelling program. Whether you want to capture memories from this summer, reflect on summers past or share any story close to your heart, Narra makes it simple.
 
Here’s how it works—in just 3 steps:
Join Narra and celebrate summer by sharing the stories only you can tell.
    1. Call Narra and speak your story—just like talking to a friend

    2. Review your story—Narra instantly turns your words into written stories

    3. Build your book—once you've told enough stories, we’ll print your beautiful keepsake 

Microgreens Workshop
Friday, June 6
3pm
FTJ Wellness Center
Join Katie Lodge, a holistic health expert passionate about healthy aging, for an inspiring session on the powerful health benefits of microgreens. Learn how to grow them at home and discover simple, delicious ways to add them to your meals. Each participant will plant their own 5x5 tray of microgreens to take home!
 
Understanding Memory: How It Shapes Who We Are
Tuesday, June 10
2pm
FTJ Wellness Center
Explore the fascinating connection between memory and our identity, relationships, learning, communication and emotions. We’ll discuss what memory is, how it works, how it changes over time and why it’s essential to everyday life. Most importantly, discover practical ways to support and improve memory through food, movement, sleep and simple daily habits. Sleep on it, and don’t forget to join us!
 
Wellness That Works
Wednesday, June 11
2pm- 4pm
FTJ Wellness Center
Discover how small, sustainable changes in nutrition and exercise can have a big impact on how you feel. Dr. Garza and Dr. Galvin from The Health Connection will share approachable strategies to help you stay strong, active and energized no matter your age!
 
Nature Walk
Tuesday, 17 & 24
10am
Meet in front of the Bistro
Starting in front of the Bistro, we will venture to Point Defiance then across the Wilson bridge down to the Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park and back. You must be able to walk this distance without staff assistance. Optional detour: On our way back we will stop at the Wren’s Nest Baking Co. for a delicious treat & conversation.
 
Ethical Wills: How To Pass Along Your Most Important Assets
Thursday, June 19
2pm
FTJ Wellness Center
Wealth purposefully transferred from one generation to the next is not limited to your material assets. Some of your greatest wealth resides within you and is too valuable to be lost. An Ethical Will is an excellent and easy way to share this wealth. Join Sara Elward to explore what an Ethical Will is and is not and take some initial steps towards creating one. Transfering your values and beliefs to those you love is just as important as transferring your financial assets.
 
To participate in the Holistic Wellness programs you must be a FTJ Wellness member.

 

Join Our Wellness/Fitness Club!

Non FTJ residents aged 55 and better are welcome to join our Fitness Club.  Stay active with our Try Before You Buy policy—test out our gym and fitness classes before committing! Memberships are $50/month (individuals) or $75/month (couples). If you're an FTJ resident or on the FTJ waitlist, your membership is free! Personal training is available at $35/session or $150 for 10 sessions (max 2 per week). Get started today!  Call either Colin at 253-756-6279 or Sarah at 253-756-3241 at FTJ for more information.  Or sdoerner@franketobeyjones.com.

 
 
Franke Tobey Jones

Holistic Wellness Program

“Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease." ~ World Health Organization

FTJ has an exciting and innovative opportunity to bring awareness to Holistic Wellbeing! Holistic Wellness addresses our body as a whole. This approach is key to longevity and maintaining independence as we age. Our unique program focuses on mental, emotional, spiritual, environmental, vocational, and social/cultural wellbeing.  

Programs offered through Holistic Wellness are provided by contractors, specialist, organizations and people from the Tacoma Community as well as Wellness Community Members and Residents who have a skill, talent, knowledge or expertise they want to share. These passionate people are invited to share their knowledge on a wide array of Holistic Health and Wellness topics. 

Participation is limited to FTJ residents and Wellness members. For more information or to RSVP please contact Sarah Doerner at 253-756-3241 or at sdoerner@franketobeyjones.com. For the monthly class calendar go to https://www.franketobeyjones.com/community/events/program-calendars/.

 

 

 

The Mission of Franke Tobey Jones

To enrich and extend the quality of life for seniors in our community. As a not-for-profit organization, we provide senior residential services, a supportive continuum of care and innovative community outreach.