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ACTIVE OLDER ADULTS
Seniors Stay Active and Healthy at the YMCA!
At the YMCA of Greater Rochester, seniors stay active, get involved, and gain a sense of belonging. Whether it’s joining a social club, taking a class or participating in special events like senior camping, the YMCA provides seniors with opportunities to meet people and try new activities.
Group Exercise Classes:
- SilverSneakers Classes include level I, level II, SilverSplash and SilverStretch
- Water fitness classes are available for varied levels of fitness
- Yoga, Pilates, Tai-Chi and Qi-Gong provide excellent opportunities to build strength and flexibility
Social Clubs & Activities:
- YMCA Ambassadors
- Senior Trips & Events
- Book Clubs, Card Clubs & Craft Clubs
Special Events & Trips:
- Senior Spring Celebration
- Senior Trips
- Camping for the Young At Heart (available at YMCA Camp Cory & YMCA Camp Gorham)
Check out the YMCA of Greater Rochester Branch nearest you for program offerings and information!
Health Insurance Co-Pay Benefits
Make your health insurance work for you! Both Preferred Care and Exellus BlueCross BlueShield offer great plans that provide wellness opportunities for seniors.
- Trivantage and Preferred Gold subscribers receive a full-paid membership to the YMCA of Greater Rochester through the SilverSneakers Program. Call MVP at (585) 325-3113 for more information on these plans or visit www.mvphealthcare.com
- Medicare Blue Choice members are eligible for $650 per calendar year to be used toward a membership or wellness programs at the YMCA through the GoGetters Program. For more information about the GoGetters Program, visit www.excellusbcbs.com or call 1-800-671-6081.
Online Resources for Older Adults
- Eldersource Care Management (www.eldersource.org)
- Lifespan of Greater Rochester (www.lifespan-roch.org)
- Rochester OASIS (www.oasisnet.org/rochester)
- OSHER Lifelong Learning Institute at RIT (www.rit.edu/osher/about_us/history)
