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Begin
the New Year with a Healthy start. The Human Services Division has a number of
opportunities for older adults 55+ interested in getting fit.
Exercise
Free,
low impact exercise classes are offered Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 – 10
a.m. at Creekside Community Center. Pre-registration is not required. Stop in and get in shape when it’s convenient for you.
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This unique touch
screen computer program is designed to engage aging adults with mentally
stimulating exercises to improve quality of life and to maintain brain health. Dakim is free to use and no computer skills are necessary. Questions are tailored to your interests and
hobbies. Individuals may use the system
once a month or up to once a day. Contact Human Services at Creekside for more information and to sign up.
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Keep
active and have fun playing Nintendo’s Wii bowling. This computer simulated game provides many
opportunities for playing bowling and other sports such as tennis, baseball, and
more. Wii players meet Fridays at 1
p.m. at Creekside. |
The
Fare For All grocery buying program is available to everyone who wants to save
30-40% on groceries. A variety of food
packages are available to choose from for $10-$20 and include nutritious foods such as fresh fruits
and vegetables, frozen meats, rice, beans, and pasta.
New customers can register and
pre-pay for food packages at Creekside in January; then
pick up the food in February. First quarter registration and distribution dates are January
21, February 18, and March 17 from 10-11a.m. Find a full list of 2012 distribution dates online: 2012 Fare For All Flyer. Participants are encouraged
to volunteer a couple hours each month in their community. This program is co-sponsored by the Emergency
Foodshelf Network.
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Save time and money by shopping at the Buyer’s Club located in room 103 at Creekside. The Buyer’s Club is a food
mini-market operated by older adult volunteers. It offers fresh produce, staples, dry baking products, pasta, and
nuts. The Buyer’s Club is open Thursdays, 9-11:15 a.m. and 12:30-1:30 p.m. You do not need to be a member to shop at the
Buyer’s Club.
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Enjoy
a hot, nutritious meal at 11:30 a.m. Monday-Friday at the Creekside City Diner. Find our monthly menu online: City Diner Menu. Reservations are
required 2 days in advance. Meal cost is
a suggested contribution of $0-3 for guests age 60+ (NAPIS form required) and
$6 for guests under 60. Meals are
prepared by Optage Senior Dining. Make a reservation by calling 952-563-4948 or email: reservations@ci.bloomington.mn.us
Tax Preparation Services
Free income tax assistance
will be available at Creekside Community Center
Tax
assistance will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis to individuals
who meet income-qualifying guidelines.
AccountAbility
Minnesota
Qualifying guidelines: $30,000 or less for individuals and $50,000 or
less for families.
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Tuesdays and Thursdays, January 24 - April 17
5:30 - 9:30 p.m.
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Saturdays, beginning January 28 - April 14
8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Saturdays, March 3-31
8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
AARP Tax-Aide
Qualifying guidelines: will
provide free tax preparation services to taxpayers with middle to low income with special attention to people age 60 and older.
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Mondays and Tuesdays, February 6 - April 17
9 a.m. - Noon.
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Fridays, March 16 - April 13
9 a.m. - Noon.
Taxpayers with
complex tax returns are advised to seek paid tax assistance.
The Human Services Division is partnering with
AccountAbility Minnesota and AARP Tax-Aide to make these programs available. Contact Creekside for more information.
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Human
Services invites you to celebrate Year of
the Dragon on Monday, January 23, 11:30 a.m. at Creekside. An Asian themed meal will be served followed
by a performance by CAAM Chinese Dance Theater. Meal cost is a suggested contribution of $0-3 for guests age 60+ (NAPIS
form required) and $6 for guests under 60.To make a reservation call 952-563-4948 or email: reservations@ci.bloomington.mn.us. Reservations deadline is Thursday, January 19 or until lunch is sold
out.
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Effective January 1, 2012, reservations will be accepted for special lunch events (Parties and Memorable Mondays) up to 3 months in advance. Reservations made prior to January 1st will be honored.
We are currently accepting reservations for the following events:
- Jan 23, Chinese New Year
- Feb 14, Valentine’s Day
- Feb 21, Mardi Gras
- Mar 16, St. Patrick’s Day
- Mar 26, Social Media
952-563-4944 V/TTY
9801 Penn Avenue South
Bloomington, Minnesota 55431
952-563-8733, TTY: 952-563-8740
1800 West Old Shakopee Road
Bloomington, Minnesota 55431
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