Senior University May 2023 Class Highlights
Friday, May 12, May 19, & May 26
Meaningful Journaling —To Enhance your Well-Being
Sometimes Journaling can seem pointless and redundant or becomes more like a diary of the weather or everyday events. This class will introduce participants to the importance of Mindful Journaling and how the practice of it can enrich our lives.
Participants will learn:
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What Mindful Journaling is.
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How Mindful Journaling can contribute to mental health.
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Steps to take to begin a Mindful Journaling practice.
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How to reflect on life experiences in a way that brings understanding and meaning.
Students are asked to bring a journal to write in and a pen or pencil. There will be opportunities to practice journal entries and share them with others.
10:00 am, Bristol View 1st Floor Bowditch Room
Thursday, May 18
Dao (Tao) and Health
Dao (Tao) is a Chinese name used by East Asian cultures to describe the ways things work in the universe, or the underlying natural order of the universe. Received texts from 3000 years ago describe ways in which human beings can have a harmonious relationship with nature, cosmos, and each other.
We will look at translated quotes from the ancient texts and use simple practices of breathing and meditation to build practices for health, self-cultivation, resilience, and renewal.
10:00 am, Zoom
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Wednesday, May 24
Infinity Rehab Series: Floor Recovery and Best Exercises for Seniors
This class will cover the 10 best exercises every senior should be doing, including getting up/down from the floor. A Physical Therapist explains the best exercises to prevent or decrease some of the common musculoskeletal issues in aging adults. Participants will learn about industry benchmarks that indicate an increased fall risk, risk of mobility disability, risk of repeat hospitalizations. A home exercise program requiring no equipment or assistance will be provided. Dress to participate if desired.
11:00 am, Bristol View 1st Floor Gathering Room
Wednesday, May 31
The Chemistry of Chocolate
Do you love eating chocolate and want to know more about how it’s made? Come learn about the science of chocolate and what makes it so delicious! We’ll talk about the humble origins of the cacao seed pod and how chocolate is made through a series of fermentation, roasting, refining, and tempering steps.
11:00 am, Bristol View 1st Floor Gathering Room
To attend you must register with Jana Wennstrom at 253-756-6219 or jwennstrom@franketobeyjones.com.
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Franke Tobey Jones
Senior University
Senior University at Franke Tobey Jones provides a wealth of lifelong learning programs for people 55 or better, for both campus residents and seniors in the surrounding community. This educational and cultural program designed for seniors is unique to Pierce County. Senior University offers the opportunity to build skills, explore new subjects and enjoy the learning process with others. Lecturers and instructors are experts in their fields hailing from local colleges and universities, businesses, not-for-profits and cultural organizations, along with others who have retired with rich career experiences. Most classes are offered free of charge as a public service to the Tacoma-Pierce County community.
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.