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THE SENIOR SCOOP
William D. Ford Senior Center
6750 Troy St.
Taylor, MI 48180
(313)-291-7740
http:www.cityoftaylor.com/248/senior-services
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m.
(313)-291-7740
*** Operation of days & hours
are subject to change
THE SENIOR SCOOP MARCH 2022 EDITION
Friends of the Ford Senior Center Board Members
Jerry Reinstein, Jennifer Klunge, Bernard Jenkins, Marsha Dotson, Shirley Doom
Friends of the Ford Senior Center is a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization dedicated to financially supporting the
senior center in its efforts to serve older adults and surrounding communities. Meetings are the 2nd Wednesday
of each month at 9:30 am (with the exception of the month June and July)
FFSC Meeting minutes available upon request at front desk
Become a Member of the Friends and help support the activities here at the
William D. Ford Senior Center.
Cost: $12.00 /yearly
Memberships eligibility to ages 50+
2 Discount coupons for usage towards classes/ dances
3 special events for FFSC members (must have a ticket per event)
Monthly newsletter mailed to your home for the year
Every membership helps keep programs, classes & events available for all!
AGING COMMISSION
Aging Commission Board Members
Shirley Doom, Bernard Jenkins, Barbara Kotarsky,
Arlene Mohr,Pat Woolley
The Aging Commission investigates needs of senior citizens, suggest programs and services specifically to serve seniors
and provides public information regarding the center and its services.
Please submit any suggestions or issues to the front desk to present to the Commission.
Meetings are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 10:30 a.m., with the exception of the months of June and July
Intake forms should be on file for Everyone, no exceptions!
Information collected is for Emergency purposes ONLY!
If any information regarding your In-take or emergency contact has changed it is your responsibility to contact the office.
Intake forms must be completed to participate in trips or classes at the center.
IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION
City of Taylor Ford Senior Center
(734)-287-6550 (313)-291-7740
Social Security Fish & Loaves
1-(800)-772-1213 (734)-442-0031
Focus Hope AARP
(313)-494-4600 (734)-281-2470
Legal Aide Association of Mature American
1-(866)-400-9164 Citizens: visit https://amac.us/
Meals on Wheels Information Center
Liquid Nutrition (734)-282-7171
(734)-326-5202
Senior Alliance
Smart Bus 1-(800)-815-1112
1-(866)-962-5515 (734)-722-2830
www.aa1c.orginfo@tsalink.org
Senior Center Admittance Policy
To provide a safe and healthy environment for our staff members, guests, visitors,
sponsors and vendors, strict adherence to the following recommendations is required
upon entering the center.
Self Health screening we ask that you do a self health assessment prior to entering the
facility, should you feel ill or have a fever, please do not enter the facility.
We strive to keep the center a healthy and safe environment for all.
Before you enter, please ensure you can answer NO to each of these questions.
Do you have any of the following symptoms?
Fever of 100.1 or higher?
Cough (Excluding chronic cough)?
Shortness of breath?
Sore throat or new loss of smell or taste?
Vomiting/diarrhea? (excluding diarrhea due to medical reason, other than COVID-19)
Repeated shaking or chills?
Engaged in activity or non-routine travel within the past 14 days in an area with high COVID-19
positive cases
HELP STOP the spread of germs we ask that you help us all work together to keep our center a safe and
healthy environment. Please practice good hygiene, wash your hands frequently with soap & water, and
stay home if you are feeling ill.
Transportation Services
Doctor Appointments
Monday- Friday
*Excludes Holidays
Transportation from 8:30 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
Appointments that will go past the time of 1:00 p.m. will require
you to provide your own transportation home.
There is a $2.00 flat fee for pick up and drop off at home. Please be ready 1
hour prior to your appointment time for transportation pick up.
** Doctors office must be located in the City of Taylor
SHOPPING SCHEDULE
Please be ready by 7:15 a.m. for pick up and only buy what you can carry
in one trip to the bus. Drivers do not help with loading or unloading your purchases.
If you cancel after hours, please leave a message
CALL (313) 291-7740
TO SCHEDULE A 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE APPOINTMENT.
MONDAY~ Meijer WEDNESDAY~ Walmart FRIDAY~ Kroger
Inclement Weather!
Please note if the Taylor School District is closed due to
inclement weather, all transportation services will be canceled.
We are a curb to curb service, you must be able to get on/ off the bus, and to your location with no assistance from the
bus driver. All transportation services require a 24 hour or more notice. Reservations are required, you must speak to
someone in the office directly to make an appointment.
**WE DO NOT DO SAME DAY RESERVATIONS IF YOU HAVE 3 NO SHOWS IN A 30 DAY PERIOD, THE CENTER HAS THE RIGHT TO
SUSPEND SERVICE FOR 30 DAYS.
** WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REQUIRE SOMEONE TO ASSIST YOU OR DENY SERVICE IF WE FEEL YOUR SAFETY OR THE SAFETY OF
OTHERS IS AT RISK. IF A CAREGIVER IS NEEDED, THEY MUST BE OVER 18 YEARS OF AGE.
Transportation Services
NEED A RIDE?
Transportation offered to City of Taylor Residents 50+ years of age
Monday-Friday
City of Taylor residents, transportation will be offered to the center during
business hours for classes & activities.
*A 24 hour reservation is required , must call and speak with the office to secure your ride.
(313) 291-7740
Restaurant Trip Policies
If you are feeling ill, please stay home
Round Up Mask must be worn on the bus at all times
Ticket sales begin the first Monday of each
month
Taylor residents ONLY first week of sales
Non-residents second week of sales
Ticket purchaser is allowed ONLY one additional
ticket purchase and ID will be required for all
purchases for both Taylor residents and Non-
residents.
Departure 11:00 a.m.
Refund Policy~ Ticket refunds will not be
Return 3:00 p.m. allowed after trip deadline. No refunds day of
Tuesday march 15th, 2022 trip
Cost:$2.00 & your own tab at restaurant Tickets will not be held, payment is due at time of
*Limited Tickets* purchase. ID required
Must arrive 15 min prior to departure time
Ticket sales March 1st-4th Taylor Residents ONLY Before boarding the bus you must check in with
March 7th-10th Taylor Residents/ Non-Residents trip coordinator
Rules for riding the bus includes: one item is
ID Required for ticket purchase
allowed on the bus & must be placed on lap,
MUST HAVE A TICKET TO ATTEND
must remain seated at all times & DO NOT block
the aisle ways, excessive noise is not allowed.
Failure to follow rules, may lead into a
Volunteer Coordinator: Nettie Johnson suspension from bus transportation
STAYING FIT
WINTER CLASSES
Classes start the week of January 10th -
Classes end the week of March 28th,
Taylor residents -$15; Non-residents - $30 (unless otherwise noted)
Yoga for Health & Fitness
Tuesday & Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. No Cost
No instructor—students follow yoga instructor on CD
This ultimate workout will help you equalize blood pressure, aid in controlling diabetes, stress elimination
and relaxation, detoxifies and repairs internal organs, helps digestion, promotes anti-aging process,
rejuvenates the entire body, provides cardio and circulation benefits, provides toning, shaping and building muscle.
*Bring a thick mat, wear loose clothes & a bottle of water
Good Health & Exercise
Monday & Wednesday, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. (12 weeks)
Instructor: Josie Filek Cost: $15-Taylor/$30-Non-resident
Class size: Limited to 50
Josie is a certified fitness & health & wellness instructor. In this class you will be taught about the components
that go into being healthy & learn to nourish yourself in all areas of your life. Topic discussed are nutrition,
exercise, sleep, relationships, brain health, balance & so much more. Josie invites you personally to join her on
Mondays & Wednesdays 12:00-1:00 pm
TaijiFit
Wednesday, 10:00-11:00 am (OR) Fridays 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Instructor: Kim Batko
*Please pay instructor directly $20.00 (4 weeks) $6.00 Drop In
TaijiFit is a mind/body “exercise” that combines the best of traditional Tai Chi with modern Western fitness.
It’s a workout appropriate for any age or fitness level– and has you experiencing the FLOW of Tai Chi whether it’s your first
class or 100th.
Line Dancing
Thursdays -10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Moving to Activity Bldg. located in Heritage Park
Instructor: Marion Baxter, Marlene Harmon
*Please pay instructor/$1 per class
Learn popular country line dances one step at a time. Have fun and exercise at the same time. For those who have some line dancing
experience but want to add more steps, this class is for you!
Senior Aerobics
Volunteers: Jim & Donna Gueli
Tuesdays 10:45-11:45a.m. Fridays 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
*All year round No Cost
Come join Jim & Donna as they volunteer to get already active seniors moving, all are welcome to join and enjoy
the benefits of working out in a group!
WINTER 2021/2022
Classes start the week of January 10th
Classes end the week of March 28th (unless otherwise noted)
Taylor residents -$15; Non-residents - $30 (unless otherwise noted)
Beginning Quilting
Fridays, 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
12 weeks *Limited to 12 students Cost: $15-Taylor/$30-Non-resident
Instructor: Sherry Berryhill
Material provided for the first class is practice material only. If you want to accurately start on your quilt,
stop by and pick up the list of supplies you will need. (Colors may be changed to suit your choice.)
Basic instruction in getting started with machine quilting. Materials will be furnished for first class only.
Advanced Quilting
Friday, 12:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
*Limited to 12 students Cost: $15-Taylor/$30-Non-resident
Instructor: Sherry Berryhill
Instructions in more complex block making. Special cutting and piecing techniques will be featured.
Beginning Stained Glass
Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
(12 Weeks) Cost: $15-Taylor/$30-Non-resident
Instructor: Conrad Heidt
Learn the basics of the copper foil method. You will learn how to use the tools of the trade and how to select the
right glass for your project. Instruction in the basics of creating wonderful objects from stained glass.
Materials for the first class provided. Students will be responsible for cost of materials for any other projects.
*Supplies may be purchased from the instructor.
Advanced Stained Glass
Thursday, 12:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m.
(12 weeks) Cost: $15-Taylor/$30-Non-resident
Instructor: Conrad Heidt
Come join this fun class and bring out your artistic side by creating beautiful things with stained glass.
*Tools and supplies are extra and may be purchased from the instructor.
*Beginning Stain Glass skills are necessary.
Bob's Painting Class Recommend Supplies
*1- inch fan brush
SAVE THE DATES
Wednesday *3/4-inch flat brush Bob's Painting Class
*Liner brush #2(brushes should be 1-inch Third Wednesday each month
March 16th long)
12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
*1-inch landscape/ foliage brush( Bob
12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Ross brand) Cost: $16.00
*Canvas board (11 x 14 is recommend,
$16.00 but not required)
*Acrylics paint 4oz tube~ basic colors April 13, 2022
Bring your own supplies (black, white, blue, green, yellow, red) May 18, 2022
*Rags are needed for brushes
*Container with screened bottom for June 15, 2022
water to clean brushes
Grief Support
Bible Study Loose Threads Club
Tuesdays 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Non Denominational Tuesdays 8:30 a.m.
Call (313)-561-1500
Thursdays 9:00-10:30a Bring your own supplies
For more information and enjoy working alongside
fellow as you work on your
own projects.
Garden Club
Mats for the Needy Club 6:00 p.m.
Third, Thursday of each month. Choir Club
Everyone Welcome! 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. Contact: Nancy Smith Mondays
smithnam88@yahoo.com
Everyone Welcome!
Questions? Vol. Coordinator
Jeremiah Tilman
Call (313) 291-7740
Free Popcorn Day!
11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Have you completed a
Tuesday, March 22nd new Intake Form?
Anyone who visits, takes a class must have a new
*one bag per person intake form on file. This form is for EMERGENCY purposes only!
Please visit the front desk to complete a form.
Birthday Bash
Join us in celebrating March birthdays
on March 31st. 12:30-2:30 p.m.
Karaoke sponsored by: Howe Peterson
Cake donated by: Edna Moss "The Cake Lady"
Must sign up at the front desk or call (313)-291-7740 by Mar. 24th
For the safety of you, others & increase of Covid-19 cases we STRONGLY
recommend that everyone who participates in daily activities, parties, dancing, off-site
field trips or any other activities wear a facial mask, whether vaccinated or non-vaccinated.
If you are feeling ill, please stay home.
Thank you for always doing your part in keeping all our friends safe!
APRIL IN PARIS
April 8th | 12:00-3:00 PM
6750 Troy St.
$12.00 per ticket includes Dinner/Dancing
~Ticket Sales ~
*All Meals come as listed,
March 1st-March 31st no special request
Must be 50 years of age or older
MENU
ID required for ticket purchase Served To-Go Box Style
Pork Chops
Meatballs & Gravy
Scalloped Potatoes
Featuring Green Beans
Bread w/ butter
Tossed Salad
Music by Waco Band Dessert ~Apple Pie
Dinner by Halina's
For the safety of you, others & increase of Covid-19 cases we STRONGLY
recommend that everyone who participates in daily activities, parties, dancing, off-site
field trips or any other activities wear a facial mask, whether vaccinated or non-vaccinated.
If you are feeling ill, please stay home.
Thank you for always doing your part in keeping all our friends safe!
All Event Dates/ Times subject to change
or may be canceled at anytime.
ID Required for all ticket purchases
May 5th
Lets go Travel!
Travel Show
Cinco De Mayo 12-3p DJ Mike w/catered meal $12.00
June 15th
Presentation
Strawberry Festival 12-3p DJ Mike $8.00
July 13th
Ice Cream Social 12-3p Southern Express $8.00
August 25th
Senior Picnic Details TBA Monday, April 11th 11:00 a.m.
September 21st
Senior Prom 12-3p DJ Mike w/ catered meal $12.00
October 28th Great Trains & Grand Canyon
Halloween Party 12-3p Southern Express w/ catered meal $12.00 Departure Date: Nov 6, 2022
November 16th
Country Hoedown 12-3p Flipside w/ catered meal $12.00
December 16th
Christmas Party Flipside w/ catered meal $15.00
Save the premierworlddiscovery.com
dates
Floral City Harmonizers
April 12th 12:30p-2:00p
Cookies & Refreshments will be served
Performance begins promptly at 1:00 p.m.
Tickets Sales
March 1st- April 7th
Cost: FFSC Free $10.00 Non-Members
Must be 50+ years of age
ID required for purchase
MUST HAVE TICKET TO ATTEND
Looking to become a member?
Inquire at the front desk
- Bag -
SALE!
March Fill a bag Begins at
29th & 30th $1.00 10 a.m.
Craft Supplies Holiday Decor BINGO
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Looking for experienced volunteers for a
In Remembrance coordinator of selling bingo cards &
bingo caller. Must have experience with cash
Extending our deepest & heartfelt sympathy for the handling & excellent communication skills.
family & friends of the William D. Ford Senior Center
All interest please check in at the front
Bernice Criner desk or call (313) 291-7740
Feb. 25, 1924-Jan 18, 2022
Age 97
Bunco Mondays
Olga Wielkopolan 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Aug. 10, 1925- Feb 8, 2022 Beginning on March 14th
Age 96
Dominick Marano Euchre Fridays
Dec 17, 2021 11:30 a.m -1:30 p.m.
Age 88
Beginning March 16thMARCH
MON TUE WED THU FRI
HOURS:
1 2 3 4
Loose Threads 8:30a Beg. Quilting 8:30-11:30a
Mats for the Needy 9:30a Beg. Stain Glass 9:00-12:00p
8:00a.m.-3:00p.m. Yoga 9:30-10:30a
TaijiFit w/Kim 10-11a Bible Study 9:00-1030a Senior Aerobics 10:00-11a
Grief Support 10-11:30a Adv. Quilting 12-3p
Monday-Friday Senior Aerobics 10:45-11:45a
Good Health w/ Josie 12-1p Yoga 9:30-1030a
TaijiFit w/ Kim 11:15-12:15p
Adv. Stain Glass 12:00-3:00p
Operation of days & hours
are subject to change
7 8 Loose Threads 8:30a
9 10 11
Beg. Stain Glass 9:00-12:00p
Choir Club 9:30-10:30a Yoga 9:30-10:30a Mats for the Needy 9:30a Beg. Quilting 8:30-11:30a
Bible Study 9:00-10:30a
Good Health w/ Josie 12-1p Grief Support 10-11:30a TaijiFit w/Kim 10-11a Senior Aerobics No Class
Yoga 9:30-10:30a
Senior Aerobics 10:45-11:45a Good Health w/ Josie 12-1p Adv. Quilting 12-3p
Adv. Stain Glass 12:00-3:00p
TaijiFit w/ Kim NO CLASS
USA Hearing 11a-1p *St. Patrick's Party 12-3p
14 15 16 17 18
Loose Threads 8:30a Mats for the Needy 9:30 a
Choir Club 9:30-10:30a Yoga 9:30-10:30a Beg. Stain Glass 9:00-12:00p Beg. Quilting 8:30-11:30a
TaijiFit w/Kim 10-11a
Good Health w/ Josie 12-1p Grief Support 10-11:30a Bible Study 9:00-1030a Senior Aerobics 10:00-11a
Painting w/Bob 12:30-2:30p
Bunco 12p Senior Aerobics 10:45-11:45a Yoga 9:30-1030a Euchre 11:30a
Good Health w/ Josie 12-1p
Adv. Stain Glass 12:00-3:00p Adv. Quilting 12-3p
*Restaurant Round -Up 11a TaijiFit w/ Kim 11:15-12:15p
(Archie's Restaurant) Garden Club 6p
21 22 23 24 25
Loose Threads 8:30a Beg. Stain Glass 9:00-12:00p Beg. Quilting 8:30-11:30a
Choir Club 9:30-10:30a Yoga 9:30-10:30a Mats for the Needy 9:30a Senior Aerobics 10:00-11a
Bible Study 9:00-10:30a
Good Health w/ Josie 12-1p Grief Support 10-11:30a TaijiFit w/Kim 10-11a Euchre 11:30a
Yoga 9:30-1030a
Bunco 12p Senior Aerobics 10:45-11:45a Good Health w/ Josie 12-1p Adv. Quilting 12-3p
Adv. Stain Glass 12:00-3:00p
TaijiFit w/ Kim 11:15-12:15p
Popcorn Day 11-2p
(one bag per person)
28 29 30 31
Choir Club 9:30-10:30a * Must have a ticket
Loose Threads 8:30a Mats for the Needy 9:30a Beg. Stain Glass 9:00-12:00p
Good Health w/ Josie 12-1p to attend this event
Yoga 9:30-10:30a TaijiFit w/Kim 10-11a Bible Study 9:00-1030a
Bucno 12p or be signed
Grief Support 10-11:30a $1 Bag Sale 10a Yoga 9:30-1030a
$1 Bag Sale 10a Good Health w/ Josie 12-1p Adv. Stain Glass 12:00-3:00p up with front desk
Ensure Pick-up 9-11a
Senior Aerobics 10:45-11:45a *Birthday Bash 12:30-2:30p
Questions? Call (313) 291-7740William D. Ford Senior Center
6750 Troy Street
Taylor, MI 48180
(313) 291-7740
www.cityoftaylor.com/248/senior-services
Mike from U.S.A Hearing will be available every 2nd
Wednesday of the month from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Questions call (313)-551-5752
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