Aging Well
Aging Well is a program of Jewish Family & Community Services and JCC of Youngstown for older adults ages 60+. All Aging Well groups and events are free and open to everyone.
Your feedback matters! CLICK HERE to take the Aging Well Participation Survey!
Caregiver Cafe (Ages 18+) (Adult)
In this caregiver social support group, meet with other caregivers to learn about available resources, affordable counseling, and other aging agencies in the community.
Mondays, November 3 and 17
10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. | Schwartz Judaic and Holocaust Resource Center
Monday, December 1
10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. | Schwartz Judaic and Holocaust Resource Center
Tech Tuesdays (Ages 60+) (Adult)
Learn the basics of technology in this class designed for a slower pace of learning, including tips and settings for your smartphone or tablet and online tools such as Gmail or Google maps.
Tuesdays, November 4, and November 18
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. | Schwartz Judaic and Holocaust Resource Center
Tuesdays, December 2 and 16
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. | Schwartz Judaic and Holocaust Resource Center
Grief Group (Ages 18+) (Adult)
Join Laura Haas, MSW, LSW in our Grief Group as we identify the five stages of grief, healthy coping mechanisms, and more.
Wednesday, November 19
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Schwartz Judaic and Holocaust Resource Center
Wednesday, December 17
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Schwartz Judaic and Holocaust Resource Center
Lunch Bunch (Ages 60+) (Adult)
In this once a month lunch and learn program for ages 60 and older, an educational aging wellness topic will be presented. Topics are relevant to older adults. Past presentations include financial safety and scams, health after 60, and long term care choices and preparation. A free meal is provided. Registration for each date is required.
Thursday, November 20
11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. | Multi-Purpose Room
Please register one week prior to the event
Thursday, December 18
11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. | Multi-Purpose Room
Please register one week prior to the event
Kinship Program (Ages 60+) (Adult)
A support group for kinship caregivers who are raising their relatives' children, often due to various family circumstances. This group provides support, education, resources, and a sense of community for those navigating the unique challenges of raising the children in their care.
Wednesday, November 12 and 26
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Schwartz Judaic and Holocaust Resource Center
Wednesday, December 10
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Schwartz Judaic and Holocaust Resource Center
Women in History: Julia Child (Adult)
Through costume and story, Women in History brings notable women to life. Julia Child emerges as an icon who made French cooking accessible and joyful for all.
Friday, November 21
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Free/Member | $3/Non Member
To register contact Nicole Balog-Bickerstaff at nbalogbickerstaff@jewishyoungstown.org
J-Away Program (Adult)
This program is designed to assist Jewish older adults in the Youngstown area who are in need of an exercise program. A JCC personal trainer will create personalized exercise plans and train clients in their own home. Participants will receive a free exercise band. This program is funded by the Thomases Family Endowment of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation.
For more information, please contact Wellness Manager, Casey Atkinson, RDN, LD, at catkinson@jewishyoungstown.org
PARKINSON'S WELLNESS SUPPORT (Adult)
The Last Wednesday of Every Month | 12:15-1:15 p.m. | Group X Studio
Our Parkinson’s support group is a gathering of individuals with common experiences who provide each other with encouragement, comfort, and advice. We offer a place to give and receive emotional and practical support to others who are in the same situation. We share information about medical diagnosis, treatments, research, and strategies; Talk about feelings and receive confirmation that there are others dealing with the same challenges; Compare common symptoms; Discuss issues that are unique to caregivers; and Learn from local experts.
Parkinson’s members also have access to attend Parkinson’s Moves and Chair Tai Chi.
Classes are offered Monday - Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. in our Group X studio.
Parkinson’s Moves
This class is designed to empower those with Parkinson’s disease to take control with daily exercise. It’s a low-impact class that utilizes fluid gentle movement through dynamic stretching to promote flexibility, improved range of motion and myofascial release. Improved mobility can not only mitigate risk of injury but also improves strength.
Chair Tai Chi
Like meditation in motion, this mind-body class is a series of gentle exercises that creates harmony between the mind and body, cultivating and improving health and well-being.
