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The Salvation Army senior program is the largest in Kent County, according to the area agency for aging in western Michigan.
The Salvation Army invites senior citizens into relationships with others through our senior center program. To help combat the loneliness, depression, and loss of independence that can accompany old age, we provide group dining experiences, as well as a holistic set of program offerings.
Our Fulton Heights Senior Program provides a wide range of activities, including a wide variety of group exercise options, crafting activities, Bible study, how-to seminars, dancing, movies, bingo, karaoke, book club, and more. We also provide additional intergenerational opportunities for senior citizens to participate actively with the Fulton Heights community.
The Salvation Army is dedicated to
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We provide a wide variety of program offerings and non-program fellowship opportunities that empower older adults to learn, laugh, and thrive while making new friends and developing existing friendships.
We provide a nutritious meal three times a week for Senior Program partiicpants. They also have the opportunity to shop for pantry items, using tickets earned from their participation in the various classes and activities offered.
The Salvation Army works to stimulate the minds and bodies of older adults. We offer multiple group fitness classes and activities each day, ranging from Cardio Drumming to Tai Chi to Arthritis Fitness to Jukebox Jive to Enhanced Fitness to Line Dancing. Seniors often play Wii sports or work out together using videos. In addition, we help to keep the mind fit - we offer stimulating "brain games", classes, seminars and book and movie clubs. In addition, we provide Bible Study, women's ministries, bingo, and service opportunities. We are always looking for new opportunities to enhance our time together!
Senior Program Schedules & Newsletters (2023)
July Senior Program Schedule
Time |
Tuesdays |
Wednesdays |
Fridays |
9 am
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Enhance Fitness 9 am (7/12—starts at 9:20 am) |
Enhance Fitness 9 am |
10 am |
Exercise Video 10 am |
Arthritis Fitness 10 am Bible Study 10 am Drumming 7/12 Juke Box Jive 7/26 |
Arthritis Fitness 10 am Bible Study 10 am Music in Motion 7/14 & 7/28 only |
11 am |
Open Bible Study 11 am Line Dancing 11: 15 am |
Bingo |
Bingo |
Noon |
Lunch 12:15 pm Bingo 12:45 pm |
Lunch 12:15 pm |
Lunch 12:15 pm |
1 pm |
Bingo concludes 1:30 pm Cards 1:30—3 pm 4th Tues—Movie 1:45 pm |
Spanish Class 1 pm Specials—Walk the Plank 7/12 Bible Trivia 7/19, Live Music 7/26 |
Specials—Five Crowns 7/14 Double Bingo 7/21, Pictionary 7/28 |
2 pm |
Cards conclude 3 pm |
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Sun |
Mon |
Tue |
Wed |
Thu |
Fri |
Sat |
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1 Installation of Divisional Leaders @ Echo Grove Camp |
2 Worship—Celebrate Recovery 10 am Small Groups to follow . |
3 Office is closed. |
4 Happy 4th! Office is closed. |
5 Senior Program is closed. |
6 |
7 Senior Program is closed. |
8 |
9 Worship—Celebrate Recovery 10 am Small Groups to follow |
10 Vacation Bible School (VBS) 8:30 am—1 pm |
11 VBS 8:30 am –1 pm Senior Program 10 am—3 pm |
12 VBS 8:30 am –1 pm Senior Program 9 am—2 pm |
13 VBS 8:30 am –1 pm |
14 Senior Program 9 am—2 pm |
15 Men’s Ministries Breakfast 9:30 am Off-site |
16 Worship—Celebrate Recovery 10 am Small Groups to follow |
17 |
18 Senior Program 10 am—3 pm |
19 Senior Program 9 am—2 pm |
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21 Senior Program 9 am—2 pm Friday @ The SAL 5-8 pm |
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23 Worship—Celebrate Recovery 10 am Small Groups to follow |
24 |
25 Senior Program 10 am—4 pm |
26 Senior Program 9 am—2 pm |
27 Women’s Ministries Cookout at Major’s Noon |
28 Senior Program 9 am—2 pm |
29 |
30 Worship—Celebrate Recovery 10 am Small Groups to follow |
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Special Calendar Notes for August
August Senior Program break (August 1-11).
Grand Rapids Public Schools open August 22nd.
August Senior Program Schedule
Time |
Tuesdays |
Wednesdays |
Fridays |
9 am |
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Enhance Fitness 9 am—8/16 & 8/23 |
Enhance Fitness 9 am |
10 am |
Exercise Video 10 am |
Arthritis Fitness 10 am —8/16 & 8/23 Drumming 8/16 Juke Box Jive 8/23 Brain Games 8/30 Bible Study 10 am |
Arthritis Fitness 10 am Bible Study 10 am Music in Motion 10 am |
11 am |
Open Bible Study 11 am Line Dancing 11: 15 am |
Bingo |
Bingo |
Noon |
Lunch 12:15 pm Bingo 12:45 pm |
Lunch 12:15 pm |
Lunch 12:15 pm |
1 pm |
Bingo concludes 1:30 pm Cards 1:30—3 pm 4th Tues—Movie 1:45 pm |
Spanish Class 1 pm—8/16 & 8/23 Specials—Farkle 8/16 Double Bingo 8/23 Talent Show 8/30 |
Specials—Card Bingo 8/18 Live Music with Martin Zyla 8/25 |
2 pm |
Cards conclude 3 pm |
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Sun |
Mon |
Tue |
Wed |
Thu |
Fri |
Sat |
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1 Senior Program is closed. |
2 Senior Program is closed. |
3 |
4 Senior Program is closed. |
5 |
6 Worship—Celebrate Recovery 10 am Small Groups to follow |
7 |
8 Senior Program is closed. |
9 Senior Program is closed. |
10 |
11 Senior Program is closed. |
12 |
13 Worship—Celebrate Recovery 10 am Small Groups to follow |
14 |
15 Senior Program 10 am—3pm |
16 Senior Program 9 am—2pm |
17 Senior Program Fundraising Trip to Shipshewana—departs 9 am |
18 Senior Program 9 am—2pm Friday @ The SAL 5-8 pm |
19 Men’s Ministries Breakfast 9:30 am—Off-site |
20 Worship—Celebrate Recovery 10 am Small Groups to follow |
21 |
22 Senior Program 10 am—3pm |
23 Senior Program 9 am—2pm |
24 |
25 Senior Program 9 am—2pm |
26 |
27 Worship—Celebrate Recovery 10 am Small Groups to follow |
28 Corps Council Meeting 7 pm Zoom |
29 Senior Program 10 am—4pm Women’s Ministries ARC Service Project 10 am |
30 Senior Program 9 am—2pm |
31 |
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Enhance Fitness: Instructor Darcy Dean.
Wednesdays. 7/12 @9:20-10:05, at 9 am 7/19,7/26, 8/16, 8/23
Fridays at 9 am—7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/18, 8/25
The Enhance Fitness Program is a series of specially designed and tested exercises developed specifically for mature participants. This evidence-based class is designed to be social and to focus on the stretching, low-impact aerobics, strength training and balance needs of seniors. Suggested $1.00 donation per class.
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program: Instructor Darcy Dean.
Wednesdays, 7/12 @10:10—10:55, at 10 am—7/19, 7/26, 8/16, 8/23
Fridays at 10 am—7/14, /7/21, 7/28, 8/18, 8/25
This is an exercise program designed to use gentle activities to help increase joint flexibility and range of motion and also to help maintain muscle strength. Our instructors are certified by The Arthritis Foundation. This is an evidence-based program.
Cardio Drumming: Instructor Lori Teft. Wednesdays at 10 am—7/12, 8/16 only
If you really want to have a rousing fun experience and get a workout, you should definitely try cardio drumming! Benefits include: creating a sense of connection with others and yourself, releasing negative feelings, stimulating creative expression, controlling chronic pain and improving relaxation. Plus, it’s fun!!!
Juke Box Jive: Instructor Lori Teft. Wednesdays at 10 am—7/26, 8/23 only
Do you find exercise a bit too serious, but still want to get a cardio workout? Do you have a hard time not tapping your foot when the music comes on? Then this is the class for you! Join us and enjoy moving to the music.
Music in Motion: Instructor Libby Norris. Fridays at 10 am—7/14, 7/28, 8/18, 8/25
Our music instructor helps you to find the groove and keep the rhythm as you exercise, enjoy great music, and connect with others in a fun way. This experience helps you to enjoy using your brain and body.
Line Dancing: Instructor Kris Pastunink. Tuesdays at 11:15-11:45 am—7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29
Put on your dancing shoes and come join us for music, exercise and a lot of fun! This class is designed for all levels. There will be instruction of each dance. We enjoy party favorites like the Electric Slide, the Cha-Cha, country and Motown favorites.
Walking Club: Self–led or find a walking buddy
The gym is available during program times for those who want to walk. You will earn a bingo ticket for every 15 minutes that you walk.
Wii Bowling: Our staff facilitates bowling games with several participants.
Come and try out our Wii Bowling which is displayed on a big screen TV.
Exercise Videos: Our staff selects an appropriate video. Tuesdays 10 am, Wednesday, 8/30 9 am
Participants work out in a group following instructions on a video. This is something you can try at home too!
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