Senior Health and Wellness Week and Ageless Expo
Senior Health & Wellness Week & Ageless Expo Celebrate Active Aging
Join us September 21–25 for Senior Health & Wellness Week and Ageless Expo at The Center! Throughout the week, we’ll celebrate healthy, active aging with fitness classes, educational presentations, hands-on activities, and opportunities to experience many of the programs that make The Center such a vibrant community gathering place.
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Each day highlights activities already offered at The Center, including Senior Tennis, Bone Builders, Toymakers, Quilt Makers, and more, plus the chance to hear amazing speakers on relevant topics. The week with end with a grand finale of the Ageless Expo on Friday September 25. This week is FREE and open to the public.
Monday 9/21
8:30–2:30 PM – Prayer Quilters Meet & Greet
Stop by the third-floor conference room and meet our Prayer Quilters to learn about their meaningful mission serving the community.
9:30–12:00 PM – Mahjong Beginner’s Group
Interested in learning more about Mahjong? Our Monday Beginner’s Group welcomes you.
10:00–11:00 AM – Crow Wing Energized Resources
Rena Bolt and Kelli Johnson from Crow Wing Energized will be in the Great Room sharing the many resources Crow Wing Energized offers the senior community.
10:30–12:00 PM – Therapy Dog Visit with Oliver
If you’d like a friendly face with four legs and a tail, Therapy Dog handler Kara and her dog, Oliver, will be here to add comfort, smiles, and fun to the day.
Wednesday 9/23
8:30-9:30 AMÂ - If you are a veteran, stop by our Great Room and enjoy coffee, donuts, and conversation with veterans from all branches of the military.
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9:30- 11:00 AM - (Great Room) Natalie from Aging Pathways will present How Minnesota Aging Pathways Can Help with the Money Saver.
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10:00-12:00 PMÂ - (Board Room)Â Stop by and meet our knitters and crocheters. Bring a project to work on or just socialize!
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11:00-1:00 PMÂ - (Craft Room)Â Stop by and observe our watercolor and drawing group! Instructor Tracy Miller will be on hand to share more information about this weekly class.
12:30-2:30 PM-Â (Great Room)Â Enjoy Nickel Bingo and popcorn!
Daily Schedule
Tuesday 9/22
10:30 and 12:00 PMÂ - Still We Sing Memory Choir
Stop by the Great Room and experience it for yourself. You’re welcome to sit back and listen or join in the singing as a member of our community. Everyone is welcome!
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1:00-2:30 PM - Collette from Essentia Health will be in our Third-Floor Conference Room offering CPR/AED Training.
Thursday 9/24
6:00-9:00 AMÂ - Join us for some of our famous Donuts!
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9:00-10:00 AMÂ - Cristina Rodriguez, Care Navigator, CDP, ADDCT, will be presenting on the topic of Tips and Tricks for a Healthy Brain and Sharp Memory
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10:30-12:00 PMÂ - Everyone is invited to stop by the Northland Arboretum for a guided trip of the grounds and facility.
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10:00 -11:00 AM -Teresia Mortensen LICSW, from Age Well Therapy, will be leading an interactive session on relaxation and breath work habits as well as other mindfulness practices in the Board Room.
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11:30-1:30 PMÂ - Stick around and enjoy Live Music & Dancing! Our talented musicians will get your hands clapping and toes tapping!
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12:30-3:00 PM - Do you like to socialize with other adult creators and makers? Stop by The Center’s Craft Room during Open Crafting Time and visit with like-minded people!
The Grand Finale: Ageless Expo
Join us September 21–25 for Senior Health & Wellness Week at The Brainerd Center! Throughout the week, we’ll celebrate healthy, active aging with fitness classes, educational presentations, hands-on activities, and opportunities to experience many of the programs that make The Center such a vibrant community gathering place.
Each day highlights activities already offered at The Center, including Senior Tennis, Bone Builders, Toymakers, Quilt Makers, and more, plus the chance to hear amazing speakers on relevant topics. The event itself is FREE and open to the public.
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Also, the Good Samaritan Society will be here with their Oculus Simulator, which allows viewers to virtually visit Veteran’s Memorials.
Speakers and Presenters on 9/25:
Our team has worked very hard to bring in some amazing presenters to speak on relevant and timely topics. On Friday the 25th, our Craft Room will be transformed into a hub of relevant and important information for seniors.
9:00- 9:45 AM - (Craft Room): Kickoff with Lauren Hurt from Vivie talking about The Myths of Aging.
10:00-10:30 AMÂ - (Craft Room) TBD
10:30-11:00 AM- (Craft Room) Keeley Atkinson, RN BSN Regional Manager of Clinical Operations, Hospice, will be sharing Myths & Facts of Hospice
11:00-11:30 AM- (Craft Room) Karla Krueger, Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid in St. Cloud, will be talking about legal scams and preparing for the future.
11:30-12:00 PM- (Craft Room) Enjoy a There’s No Place Like Home: Let Us Help You Stay There, presentation from Angie at Home Instead.
11:30- 1:00 PM- Representatives from the Brainerd Police Department, Brainerd Fire Department, North Ambulance, SWAT, and the Crow Wing County Drone Team as they answer questions, demonstrate equipment, and share practical safety information.
1:30 to 3:30 PM- FREE Bingo for door prizes in the Great Room.
This community event is open to the public and designed especially for adults 45+. Whether you’re retired, planning for retirement, or simply looking for ways to stay active and informed, the Ageless Expo is your opportunity to connect with local businesses, nonprofit organizations, and community resources dedicated to helping you live well at every age. Hope to see you at 803 Kingwood Street, Brainerd!