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Oxford Township Parks & Recreation

Oxford Township Parks & Recreation Senior Programs


COVID NETWORKS


Seniors Network

COVID Networks is a 501-c national nonprofit whose mission is to alleviate loneliness caused by social isolation amongst both students and seniors. We have designed a free virtual service where senior citizens can request to hold online video sessions one-on-one with students and other young citizens. In addition, we prepare fun events and activities for seniors that will help them find a community during this pandemic. These include interactive yoga meditation sessions, book clubs, trivia/online games, live music performances, and more! You can find more information on our website at www.covidnetworks.org. If you are interested in our services, please fill out the form via the link below!

https://forms.gle/uavbW2Utb2RE8PFA7


CHAIR YOGA


Yoga

Tanis, our Chair Yoga instructor, is certified as an experienced registered yoga teacher through Yoga Alliance holding certificate of  E-RYT500. Enjoy the benefits of Chair Yoga which is a gentle form of yoga where poses will be accessible to most everyone, as it is practiced sitting on a chair, or standing using a chair for support. Chair Yoga is designed to encourage improved flexibility, strength, circulation, dexterity, and balance throughout the whole body as well as breathing techniques to improve respiratory strength.

Practicing yoga will help reduce anxiety and create spatial awareness allowing you to feel better.

Where: OTPR Community Room

Time: 11:15 am– 12:00 pm

Cost: $58 (Oxford Residents Sub $10)

Session 1: Wednesdays, May 26- June 30

Code: 6102


MEDICARE SEMINAR


MEDICARE MADE EASY!!!

Come join the team from Medicare Choices as they educate you

on the ABC&D's of Medicare because it can be confusing!! This 

is an informative, educational seminar on the ins and outs of

navigating Medicare.  Sandy and Belinda are your local Medicare Healthplan 

Specialists and they will educate and guide individuals about Medicare Supplements,

Medicare Advantage, and Prescription Drug Plans. Whether you are 

new to Medicare or not, these ladies have information that can save you

$$$ based on your health and finances!!

Seminar Date: Tuesday, May 25

Time: 6:30- 7:30pm

Where: OTPR, Senior Center

Cost: $1:00 Per Person (pre-registration required)


MICHIGAN PARKINSON FOUNDATION


Parkinson

Parkinson Speech Therapy offered FREE OF CHARGE via Zoom

Parkinson's disease (PD) can affect speech in several ways. Many people with PD speak quietly and in one tone without conveying emotion. The speech can become breathy or hoarse. People with Parkinson's might slur words, mumble, or trail off at the end of a sentence. Most people talk slowly, but some speak rapidly, even stuttering or stammering. Speech problems can make it difficult to communicate with family, friends, co-workers, and physicians and can limit social interactions.

Parkinson's medication adjustments sometimes help with speech problems, but speech therapy typically is the main treatment. 

The Michigan Parkinson Foundation has partnered with the Andrews University Speech and Hearing Clinic to deliver SPEAK OUT!® & The LOUD Crowd®, a speech therapy program developed for people with Parkinson’s.

The program is based on principles of motor learning. Participants are taught to transition speech from an automatic function to an intentional act. The program works on strengthening the muscles used for speaking and swallowing by combining individual speech therapy (SPEAK OUT!®) with ongoing group therapy (The LOUD Crowd®). 

The program is offered FREE OF CHARGE. To anyone with Parkinson’s who lives in Michigan. The only requirement is you have to have access to the internet and an electronic device that has a camera on it such as a laptop, iPad, tablet, or smartphone. 

The program is two-part.

Part 1. The participants complete a 12-session speech therapy program with speech-language pathologists from Andrews University, School of Communication Sciences & Disorders. The program is presented via Zoom.

Part 2. The LOUD Crowd is a maintenance program that provides accountability and education, camaraderie, and provides support and encouragement through weekly group sessions. SPEAK OUT! participants and graduates are invited to join the LOUD Crowd.

The 12-session program is administered by students and supervised by speech-language pathology professors from the Andrews University Speech and Hearing Clinic. The program is delivered through Zoom.

If you are interested in participating in this FREE program, download this application and complete it. Andrew University Speech Therapy Application

And e-mail it to Michigan Parkinson Foundation, director@parkinsonsmi.org

Or mail it directly to:

Andrews University

School of Communication Sciences and Disorders

Bell Hall Suite 114,

Berrien Springs, MI 49104

Phone: (269) 471-3603

parkinsons@andrews.edu

Current participants have reported that their family members and friends can understand them better, they speak with more clarity, and they are not needing to repeat themselves as often.

Michigan Parkinson Foundation is available to help those affected by Parkinson's disease, whether you are newly diagnosed, need a neurological referral, or financial assistance with In-Home Respite Care or Parkinson Medications. Call us we can help, (800) 852-9781.


MICHIGAN PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION


Pickleball

The Michigan Pickleball Association (MPA) is proud to be the central point of communications for all things pickleball in our great state. We hope you join us in our quest to build and grow Michigan Pickleball. Contact mpa@mipickleball.com for pricing for Sponsor Level, Pro Level or Business/Group/Club Level membership.

Click here to join MPA as an individual member for $15.00 annually.


INTERESTED IN TRAVEL IN 2021?


Interested in day or extended travel? Check out these scheduled tours. If interested contact the Oxford Township Parks & Recreation to put your name on an interest list. Upon confirmation of the tour, OTPR will notify you and request payment. Click on the tour to see additional information. Some tour information available at later date.

Day Travel Schedule:

May 5- Holland Tulip Festival

June tbd-- Day in the D

July 20- Firekeepers

July 27- Holy Toledo

August 5- Huron Lady

Extended Travel Schedule:

July 12- 13- Thunder Bay Resort

October 25- 28 Mackinaw Grand Experience

November 7- 8 Kewadin Casino