Hospice planning, movement class are latest Senior Center offerings

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Feldenkrais/Eurythmy Class @ Orcas Senior Center: Tuesdays, June 6 – July 18, 11am (no class on July 4)

Andrea Preiss, Feldenkrais Practitioner and therapeutic eurythmist, invites you to join a movement class at Orcas Senior Center on Tuesdays, June 6 through July 18 at 11am. Mainly in sitting position, the gentle exercises of the Feldenkrais Method and eurythmy, will help enhance your mobility, stability, balance, and vision. Please wear comfortable clothing and non-slippery shoes. The fees are $12 per session ($10 for members of OSC).

Andrea is a physical therapist that has been practicing Feldenkrais and eurythmy for nearly 40 years. Certified in Germany in 2002, Andrea taught at various locations throughout Seattle and started a private practice in 2019.   

For inquiries, reach out directly to Andrea at sound-movement@hotmail.com or 206-383-7705. To learn more about Andrea click www.sound-movement.org.

Hospice 101 with Hospice of the Northwest @ Orcas Senior Center Wednesday, June 7, 1pm (presentation) and 9-11am (advance care planning forms assistance)

Learn the basics of hospice care, eligibility requirements, how it’s paid for, how to get started, and the types of support it provides to patients and families. There are many myths and misconceptions about hospice, so the truth may surprise you! The final of three presentations from Hospice of the Northwest is on Wednesday, June 7 at 1pm at Orcas Senior Center.

In addition to the Hospice 101 presentation, an expert will be on hand at OSC to assist in filling out the advance care planning forms on Wednesday, June 7, 9-11am. Advance care planning ensures your goals, values and preferences are known at the end of life or if communicating those desires due to illness or injury becomes impossible. All documents are provided free of charge.