Health & Wellness

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The Lily Café at the Maplewood YMCA

You can learn something new in an array of interesting classes, or even teach a five-year-old to plant a seed in the garden. You can visit a new restaurant with friends, spend spend a few hours playing cards, try your voice at karaoke or enjoy a cup of coffee in front of the fireplace. Call the Lily Cafe at the Maplewood at 585-341-4013.
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So many wonderful programs are offered, but the most important thing is the friendships I’ve developed. It is a wonderful family atmosphere!
— Sheron Gardner

 
Woman and man.

Wolk Cafe at Sibley Square

Our Wolk Cafe in Sibley Square is a gathering space for people 60 & older. It reopened in May 2018 following a renovation as a place to make new friends, learn, participate in educational and fun activities, have a cup of coffee, or have breakfast or lunch. 

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Lifespan at the JCC

The JCC and Lifespan are partnering to provide enhanced supports for members 55+. We provide classes, share resources, and provide a social setting to encourage connectedness and belonging. We support the JCC's “Centered Wellness” mission by providing opportunities that focus on their 5 principles of wellness which include physical, intellectual, emotional, environmental, social and spiritual outlets. Come see us in the main lobby!


Health & Wellness Classes

A Matter of Balance

Matter of Balance workshops address the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. See class schedules here.   

View or download our health and wellness brochure here.

Tai Chi

Our tai chi classes help with balance, stress and strength. See our class schedule here.
View or download our health and wellness brochure here.

SAIL (Stay Active & Independent for Life

A strength, balance and cardiovascular class.
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Otago

This class helps with fall prevention through balance and lower body strengthening.
View or download our health and wellness brochure here.

Living Healthy & Living Healthy with Diabetes

These workshops are proven to help older adults better manage chronic conditions, improve quality of life and lower health care costs. Classes are once a week for six weeks. See class schedules.

Please note: Our classes are provided in locations across Monroe County. There may be classes available which do not appear on our website schedule. Please call us at 585-287-6439 to learn more.