FTJ Holistic Wellness Program
October Program Highlights
Holistic Wellness Week
Monday, October 6-10
All Day, FTJ Wellness Center
We invite you to join us for our 2nd Annual Holistic Wellness Week as we celebrate Active Aging Week through a holistic lens. Holistic wellness is essential for aging adults, as it nurtures the mind, body, and spirit, empowering individuals to stay active, connected, and purposeful. By embracing all aspects of well-being, we can create a vibrant path of aging that supports resilience, joy, and quality of life at every stage.
Each day will highlight different events that offer a holistic taste of the many pillars of well-being. This is a wonderful opportunity to try something new, invite your friends, and share in meaningful experiences. We are so grateful to be on this journey of growth and learning alongside you! See brochure for event details and classes.
Acrylic Pours
Tuesday, October 14
2pm, TJ Craft Room
This month in our acrylic pour class, we’re adding a festive twist—pouring vibrant colors onto pumpkins to welcome the beauty of fall. Come create a one-of-a-kind autumn masterpiece! *All materials will be provided.
(This class made possible by a generous donation to the Holistic Wellness Program)
The Gentlemen’s Nook- Darts
Wednesday, October 22
2pm, FTJ Wellness Center
Welcome to ‘The Gentlemen’s Nook’, a monthly men’s group designed to inspire connection, curiosity, and a sense of fun. This group is all about exploring new ideas and shared experiences- whether through conversation, creativity, movement, or play.
Support Group For People Whose Partners Have Dementia
Wednesday, September 22
3pm
Join us for a gathering of a support group focused specifically for those who are assisting a loved one with Dementia. You must RSVP with Sarah Doerner to reserve your spot and receive the location. This meeting is capped at 12 people.
Explore Uwajimaya
Wednesday, October 29
10am- 2pm
Bus will depart the Bistro at 10am
Join Senior University and the Holistic Wellness Program for this exploratory trip to Uwajimaya, one of the largest Asian grocery retailers in the Pacific Northwest. Lunch can be purchased at nearby restaurants or at the deli counter of Uwajimaya.
(To RSVP please contact Jana Wennstrom at (253) 756- 6219 (direct) or at jwennstrom@franketobeyjones.com.
Resin & Varnish
Thursday, October 30
2pm, TJ Craft Room
We will learn how to Resin or Varnish a painting you did in acrylic pour class or at home. Tile or wood will be a resin piece. Canvas will be a spray varnish piece. *All materials will be provided.
(Made possible by a generous donation to the Holistic Wellness Program)
To learn more and view the complete Holistic Wellness calendar, click here
To participate in the Holistic Wellness programs you must be a FTJ Wellness member.
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.