Current Senior Wellness Programming:
Generation Xchange Omaha: Make a lasting difference in a child’s life as a senior mentor in Omaha’s public schools grades K-3. You’ll not only help students improve learning habits and get the most out of the classroom, you’ll also build new friendships and improve mental and physical health outcomes. This is a paid mentorship program.
- Contact: Kenaan Cormier, Senior Wellness Specialist | (402) 453-5656 ext. 222
Bingocize® (Exercise + Bingo + Trivia): Improve your balance, upper/lower body strength and flexibility while engaging with other seniors, enjoying a game of bingo, and learning about fall prevention and senior nutrition. Taught by a certified Bingocize instructor. Transportation to ENCAP is available. Must be 60 + and receive a Senior Fitness Test at ENCAP.
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When: Session begins in the Fall of 2023. Call Kenaan Cormier to sign up to sign up.
ENCAP Garden: Come visit the garden and check out the beautiful vegetables growing.
- When: Monday- Friday, anytime
Sewing/Craft Group: Come join other seniors as they work on sewing and craft projects for needs in the local community. Transportation to ENCAP is available.
- When: Every Tuesday and Thursday starting at 10AM.
If you’re interested, or know a senior age 60 + that might be interested, please contact:
Kenaan Cormier, Senior Wellness Specialist
(402) 453-5656 ext. 222
[email protected]
IMPROVE HEALTH AND ACCESS TO HEALTHY FOOD:
- Senior Pantry OMAHA: Drive-up Tuesday & Thursdays from 9AM – 2PM at ENCAP: 2406 Fowler Avenue.
- Bellevue Food Pantry: Supplemental food support for Sarpy County residents – Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 9AM - 4PM; Wednesday 9AM - 6PM; at 1912 Hancock Street in Bellevue.
- Monthly Food Distribution: Delivery of USDA commodities to income eligible seniors (monthly incomes of $1,383 or less).
