2021Spring Semester JANUARY THROUGH APRIL - Legacy at Erie Station
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2021
Spring Semester
JANUARY THROUGH APRILHello and thank you for your interest in Watermark University! The foundation of Watermark University (WU) is to provide meaningful opportunities to learn, teach and grow, resulting in a life of overall well-being. Research shows that learning and keeping our mind active and sharp supports healthy aging. At Watermark Retirement Communities® we are committed to encouraging our residents and associates to lead balanced lives, full of meaning and purpose, grounded in self-awareness and infused with curiosity. Our Watermark University courses help achieve this goal. By focusing on the Seven Dimensions of Well-being: Physical, Social, Intellectual, Spiritual, Emotional, Environmental, and Vocational we offer the opportunity to achieve a balanced life and we see the benefits across the country in every class, every day. Sincerely, Colleen Varney Colleen Varney Community Life Director
COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION
Every Tuesday • 10:00
Art Classes Residents 2nd Floor Activity Room
am
Join your friends and have fun painting! We have supplies, but feel free to bring your own. This is an
informal group and all are encouraged to come and have fun painting.
Becky Presents Becky Cleveland Every Friday • 7:00pm 2nd Floor Media Room
Each Friday, Becky chooses a movie, show, or program of interest to watch and discuss. Wear your comfy
clothes and bring a blanket!
1st Monday of the
Broadway Shows Colleen Varney 2nd Floor Media Room
Month • 12:30pm
Each month, we will show a live Broadway play right here at Erie Station! These popular shows were done
live and recorded so we can enjoy them anytime. The list of shows include everything from "Kinky Boots"
to "The Sound of Music" and much, much more.
3rd Wednesday of the
Cathy's Creations Cathy Cain 2nd Floor Activity Room
Month • 1:30pm
Community Life associate Cathy will offer a new and beautiful project to work on each month. No
experience is necessary - Cathy breaks down the projects so everyone from novice to expert can create a
lovely piece of art. All supplies are provided for these classes.
1st Floor Green Living
Discussion Group Colleen Varney Every Monday • 3:00pm
Room
Each Monday, we will discuss a current or past topic, relevant to our world today. We will read articles,
watch videos, and share our thoughts and opinions on so many different topics!
Drama Club Deborah Barsel Every Friday • 2:30pm 2nd Floor Activity Room
Explore your inner performer and join our Drama Club. Each Friday we'll meet to work through short skits
together. Throughout the semester, we'll hone our skills and practice for a performance for our friends
and family. We will preview our skits with open table readings and dress rehearsals. All levels of ability are
welcome - we also need help with set designs, costumes, and make-up!COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION
1st Thursday of the
Fall Prevention Series Colleen Varney 2nd Floor Media Room
Month • 3:00pm
Each month, we will cover topics that relate to falls risk and falls prevention. After the presentation, we
will engage in exercises that target muscles to decrease our risk of falling. Learn techniques and tips to
keep you and your home safe and fall-free.
Getting Fit in Your 60's 3rd Thursday of the
Colleen Varney 2nd Floor Media Room
and Beyond Month • 3:00pm
Exercise is one of the best ways to age gracefully! Each month, Colleen will cover a topic relevant to
exercise as we age. Some of the presentations will include 10 minute cardio exercises, push-up hacks, back
pain, and beginner exercise programs. We will also discuss healthy eating, substitutes for sugary drinks,
sleep, and skin care.
Becky Cleveland & Cathy Every Wednesday •
Great Courses 2nd Floor Media Room
Cain 3:00pm
Each month, we will explore a new and exciting topic. Presentations include art, climate change, the
Pharaohs of Egypt, classic literature, and more.
2nd Friday of the Month
Jewelry Making Keri Cuyler 2nd Floor Activity Room
• 11:00am
Making jewelry is a great creative outlet, fun class, and heartfelt way to make a gift for a loved one or
friend. Each month, Keri will lead a project in line with the season. Spring is a great time to update your
jewelry to include bright colors and floral themes.
Massage & Meditation Evelyn Spruill TBD 2nd Floor Media Room
Evelyn is the daughter of one of our newest residents, Bernadette, and she owns her own massage
business. She will teach us how to provide purposeful and therapeutic self-massage, along with healing
breathing and meditation techniques.
2nd Wednesday of the
National Geographic Rosemary Higgins 2nd Floor Library
Month • 3:30pm
Each month, Rosemary will explore a new and interesting topic that comes right from National Geographic.
The class consists of lecture, media, and conversations regarding current and interesting topics from
around the world.COURSES FACULTY DAY AND TIME LOCATION
One Day University Colleen Varney Every Monday • 6:30pm 2nd Floor Media Room
Each month, we will tap into a lecture on the arts, business, history, business, and science. Join us for
these thoughtful and educational topics.
Silver Sneakers Classic Colleen Varney Every Friday • 2:00pm 2nd Floor Media Room
Silver Sneakers is an exercise program specifically designed with seniors in mind. Join Colleen as she leads
you through exercises to improve balance, build strength, increase endurance, and improve your overall
feeling of well-being. Exercises can be done seated or standing.
By Appointment •
Tech 101 Jose George Jose will come to you!
Anytime
Have questions about using technology? Jose is your man! He will guide you through general and specific
information on using your computer, logging on to WiFi, setting up voicemail on your phone, and setting
up and managing your cable television.
Colleen Varney & Cathy Every Thursday •
The Art of Storytelling 2nd Floor Media Room
Cain 11:00am
Do you love to tell a story? Or hear a great one? There is much to learn to tell an engaging and interesting
story that will keep your audience intrigued. In this course, we will explore how to tell a story, create and
develop characters, and keep your readers wanting more. No experience is necessary!
Wii Bowling League Colleen Varney Daily • 11:30am 2nd Floor Media Room
We have partnered with the National Senior League to participate in a nationwide, all senior, virtual
bowling league! Ask Colleen for more information. Open Wii Bowling is also available at various times
during the week.Faculty Biographies
NAME OF INSTRUCTOR CLASS NAME
Cathy Cain Cathy's Creations, Great Courses
Cathy is a familiar face in our community, serving as overnight Security, as well as Community Life
Assistant. She has always been a history buff, especially that of Western New York State; an interest
she maintained through a career that included managing a regional insurance brokerage firm, their human
resources, and IT. Cathy also lends her talents to us during her Creations class, making art in various
forms, for artists of all levels.
Colleen Varney Silver Sneakers, Fall Prevention, Discussion Group
Colleen has been with Legacy since 2013 at two of our sister locations, Park Crescent and Clover Blossom.
She is a certified Senior Fitness Instructor, holding certifications in Arthritis Foundation Exercises and Silver
Sneakers. She has a passion for finding ways to stay active in your 50's, 60's, 70's and beyond.
Deborah Barsel Drama Club
Debbie has been here for just over one year, and she brought with her her love of theater. Debbie
majored in Art History and worked at both George Eastman House and Memorial Art Gallery. She also
worked in the IT department at the University of Rochester. She spent 9 years in Hawaii before returning
to Rochester.
Evelyn Spruill Massage & Meditation
Evelyn is the daughter of Bernadette Keleher and she resides in Pittsford. Evelyn owns her own massage
business and is excited to share with us the many benefits of massage and meditation.
Jose George Tech 101
Jose, Dining Services Director and Executive Chef, is also our go-to guy for all things technological. He has
been with Watermark for 2 years, and has been with the Legacy family for 12 years. He enjoys bringing
smiles and happiness to others by sharing the knowledge that he has about food and technology.
Keri Cuyler Jewelry Making
Keri has worked in the field of geriatrics for over 25 year. She is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation
Specialist with an addition Certification in gerontology. She has worked with people with dementia and
how to live productive, meaningful lives. She has spoken at numerous family meetings and professional
seminars regarding the topics of dementia, the importance of recreation for people living with dementia
and how families can interact with a loved ones suffering from this disease.NAME OF INSTRUCTOR CLASS NAME
Rosemary Higgins National Geographic
Rosemary has been a part of the Erie Station family for a little over one year, greeting residents and guests
as a Front Desk Concierge. Rosemary lives nearby and her mother is a resident of our sister community,
Legacy at Clover Blossom.INDEPENDENT LIVING 1545 Erie Station Road • Henrietta, NY 14467 • 585-334-5006 • watermarkcommunities.com
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