Senior Balance
Raymond G. Sanchez Community Center
9800 4th Street NW, Multipurpose Room
Wednesdays, August 28 to November 13
and January 8 to March 26, 2025
10 to 11 a.m.
Paradise Hills Senior Center
6001 Paradise Blvd NW, Multipurpose Room
New Classes begin Fridays,
February 21 to May 23, 2025
2 to 3 p.m.
This program helps improve posture and balance, builds strength, helps reduce falls and improve coordination.
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Senior Zumba
Zumba classes for older adults 50+. FREE classes are Thursdays, 2 to 3 p.m. at the Paradise Hills Senior Center - 6001 Paradise Blvd. NW.
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Free Enhance Fitness Classes
Participate in free exercise classes at Rio Bravo Senior Center. Classses are designed for older adults 50+and are M/W/F from 9 to 10 a.m. Baseline assessments are included to gage progress of participants as evidence based classes are proven to enhance mobility, fitness and help reduce falls.
Rio Bravo Senior Center is located at 3910 Isleta Blvd SW. No reservations required.
Chair Yoga Classes
Chair Yoga is known to improve flexibility, balance, bone and muscle strength. It helps reduce stress, combat depression and anxiety. Older adults 50+ are invited to Free Chair Yoga classes at the following Bernalillo County Senior Centers:
Mondays, 10 to 11 a.m.
Raymond G. Sanchez Senior Center
9800 4th St. NW
Mondays, 2 to 3 p.m. - Paradise Hills Senior Center
6001 Paradise Blvd. NW
Classes fill up fast and are first-come, first-served.
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Anthropological Genetic History Classes
Register for FREE online classes
Join paleographer and genetic genealogical researcher, Angel de Cervantes, once a month to learn about ancestral lines, ancient civilizations, genetic haplogroups, and DNA connections to many civilizations including New Mexico families. Classes are offered monthly. Classes are open to all persons interested in genealogy.
What Love and Marriage was Like for
Native Americans During Pre-Colonial Times
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 - 4:15 to 6:15 p.m.
What was love and marriage like in Native American societies in pre-colonial times? Native American societies had distinct cultures, rituals, and customs with many revolving around love and marriage. From women making the rules, to playing sports to win hearts, to famous historical figures and their lost or found loves, learn more on this topic.
Before modern times, there existed a world where hygiene was an art form, practiced in harmony with the rhythm of nature itself. It was a world where the Native Americans innovated with resources around them to achieve cleanliness and health and some of these practices will surprise you. Unravel the stunning tapestry of their rituals and methods, and extraordinary testament to human resilience and wisdom. Delve into the untold story of Native American hygiene, a fascinating saga of sustainability, innovation, and profound respect for the environment.
Online Genealogy Classes
Professional Genealogist Philip Spivey will help educate genealogists and family historians in researching family history. Free program offerings are every other month.
Traveling Ancestors: Using Passports and
Migration Patterns to Track Down Ancestors
Thursday, October 24, 2024 - 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Ancestors rarely stayed in one place generation after generation. In some cases, they disappear completely. Learn how passports and migration patterns can help find ancestors and follow them over time.
Genealogy Education - View Recorded Session Passcode: Ny?F6T3= Presented August 8, 2024 - Available for viewing thru June 30, 2025.
Register for all classes in the series to include:
Ten Genealogy Sources You Might Not Have Thought Of - December 12, 2024 African American Research - February 13, 2025 Secrets of a Professional Genealogist - April 10, 2025 Maps: Finding Them, Using Them and Making Them - June 12, 2025
These classes are presented by Professional Genealogist Philip Spivey.
Bernalillo County Senior and Social Services and Silver Horizons provides free groceries for low-income seniors 50+ at various locations throughout Bernalillo County. No reservations needed. Ages 50+ (proof required) and senior/household income must be $1,215 for 1; $1,653 for 2 and $2,071 for 3. ID will be required. Food Market locations are:
TODAY - Rio Bravo Senior Center, 3910 Isleta Blvd SW
August 28 - 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. - fourth Wednesday of each month.
Raymond G. Sanchez Senior Center, 9800 4th St. NW
September 3 - 10:30 to 11:30 am - first Tuesday of each month.
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Bernalillo County Extension Bldg., 1501 Menaul Blvd NW
September 11 - 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. - second Wednesday of each month.
South Valley Multipurpose Senior Center, 2008 Larrazolo Rd. SW
September 13 - 12:30 to 1:30 pm - second Friday of each month.
Tijeras Senior Center, 10 Tijeras Ave, Tijeras NM
September 17 - 10 to 11 am - third Tuesday of each month.
Transportation from Whispering Pines Senior Center (#6 Lark Rd, Tijeras) is available. Departure at 9:45 a.m. and return at 1 p.m.
Paradise Hills Senior Center, 6001 Paradise Blvd. NW
September 21 - 10 to 11 am - third Saturday of each month.
Whispering Pines Senior Center
Ceramics - Thursday, August 29, 10 to 11 a.m.
Enjoy Sewing, Arts and Crafts, Painting, Board Games, and lunch served everyday from 11:30 to 1 p.m. #6 Lark Road, Tijeras NM 87059
Reservations required for lunch - call 505-281-8003 the business day by noon for lunch.
Art Lab
Open art projects each Wednesday - 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Raymond G. Sanchez Senior Center (9800 4th Street NW) - 505.288.2507
Silver Alert
Learn about Silver Alert, a public notification system to broadcast information about missing persons who suffer from Alzheimer’s disease and/or dementia.
Card Making
Handmade paper craft classes
Paradise Hills Senior Center
6001 Paradise Blvd NW - Albuquerque
Second, third and fourth Friday of each month 10 to 11 a.m. (no class September 13)
Rio Bravo Senior Center, 3910 Isleta Blvd SW - Albuquerque
First Monday of each month 10:30 to 11:30.
September class rescheduled to Wednesday, September 4.
Raymond G. Sanchez Senior Center, 9800 4th St. NW - Albuquerque
Last Wednesday of each month 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
NEW CLASS Begins in October
Henry "Kiki" Saavedra Community Center, 201 Prosperity Ave SE, Albuquerque
First Friday of each month, 10 to 11 a.m.
Classes are for older adults 60+ and residents of Bernalillo County. All materials are provided. Ten seats per class. Seating first-come, first-served.
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Color Me In Monthly Subscription
Adult Coloring Pages Sent Monthly
Color Me In is free, fun and a great way to reduce stress, help relax the brain, improve focus, and build motor skills. Receive adult coloring pages each month via email. You will be able to download pages and can even color online.
Persons wishing to receive coloring pages may register to receive pages monthly.
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Book to Movie spotlights a story and its movie adaptation and is offered at:
Paradise Hills Senior Center, 6001 Paradise Blvd NW - 505.382.8940
Raymond G. Sanchez Senior Center, 9800 4th St. NW - 505.288-2507
Read a great book, enjoy a movie and join in on the fun every month.
Senior center participants receive the selected book on loan and enjoy the viewing of the movie at the senior center. A group discussion follows the week after.
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B - I - N - G - O
A favorite activity at the senior centers is Bingo. Visit a center near you for this fun and lively activity. Open to Bernalillo County older adults 60 and over.
Paradise Hills Senior Center - 6001 Paradise Blvd NW
Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 to 11 a.m.
Raymond G. Sanchez Senior Center - 9800 4th St NW
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Rio Bravo Senior Center - 3910 Isleta Blvd SW
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 to 11 a.m.
South Valley Multipurpose Senior Center - 2008 Larrazolo Rd. SW
Mondays and Wednesdays, 9 to 10 a.m.
Whispering Pines Senior Center - #6 Lark Road, Tijeras NM 87059
Thursday, June 20, 9:30 to 2:30
No reservations needed.
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Senior Services in Bernalillo County
Transportation Assistance
Learn about curb-to-curb van transportation within Bernalillo County provided to individuals age 60 and older.
Vial of LIFE
Lifesaving information for emergencies.
Home Services
Home Services are available to seniors ages 60 and older to promote safe, independent living. Services include chores, repairs, and retrofit.
Senior Centers Open and Free Lunch
Available to Adults 60+
Older adults 50+ are invited to visit and partake in activities at a Senior Center near you.
Open Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Please watch for inclement weather closures.
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Raymond G. Sanchez Senior Center
9800 Fourth St. NW | 505-314-0082
Rio Bravo Senior Center
3910 Isleta Blvd. SW | 505-314-0049
Paradise Hills Senior Center
6001 Paradise Blvd. NW | 505-314-0246
Whispering Pines Senior Center
#6 Lark Road, Tijeras | 505-281-8003
South Valley Multipurpose
Senior Center
2008 Larrazolo Road SW | 505) 468-7604
(7 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
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*Lunch is served from 11:30 to 1 p.m. with reservations required by 1 p.m. the business day before. Lunches are at no cost to adults 60+ and are prorated for individuals under 50. Ages 50-59, lunch is offered at a reduced rate of $3.25.
Limited transportation for neighborhood residents is available to some sites and individuals should call 764-6464 to arrange for a ride to and from the center.
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Additional Senior Meal Options*
The City of Albuquerque Department of Senior Affairs continues to serve senior lunches. Lunches are distributed between 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Monday thru Friday and are available at senior and multigenerational centers. Seniors 60* must make reservations directly with the Senior Center 24 hours in advance. Lunches are free to seniors 60 and over. See the contact information for locations and phone numbers.
Home Delivered Meals
Persons interested in home delivered meals may contact the City of Albuquerque Department of Senior Affairs directly at 505-764-6400.
*The City of Albuquerque/ Bernalillo County Area Agency on Aging receives all federal and state funding allotted to Bernalillo County Planning and Service Area to fund services for seniors.
Well Connected
Bernalillo County supports Well Connected which serves adults 60 and over nationwide with online and telephone group programs year round.
Visit Well Connected to download the latest catalog and call 1-877-797-7299 to register today.
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