FOREVERWELL®

Move, Connect, & Discover

WHAT IS FOREVERWELL?

FOREVERWELL empowers adults 55+ to stay active, connected, and engaged through YMCA wellness programs that support healthy aging. Rooted in physical activity, social connection, and lifelong well-being, the goal is to help every participant live well, every day.

FOREVERWELL programs are grouped into three categories:

MOVE: for physical activity programs
CONNECT: for social gatherings and community events
DISCOVER: for learning, enrichment, and exploration opportunities

STAFF CONTACT: Kristy Bridenhagen · 715.952.9365 · kbridenhagen@spymca.org

Contact Kristy Bridenhagen to receive updates on all our FOREVERWELL programs and events.

MOVE

WATER EXERCISE

This low-impact class incorporates cardiovascular and muscle conditioning exercises while using the water as resistance. This environment is great for everything from athletic training to arthritis relief. Working in the water will help improve balance and core strength. No swimming skills are necessary.

STRENGTH & BALANCE

Have fun and move to the music with a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Handheld weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance. A chair is used for seated and/or standing support.

CIRCUIT

Combine fun and fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance with a standing circuit workout. This strength workout for your lower and upper body uses handheld weights, elastic tubing with handles, bodyweight, and a ball alternated with non-impact aerobics choreography. A chair is offered for support as well as head-to-toe stretching and complete relaxation in a comfortable position. This class is appropriate for all ages. Cardio can be done at high, medium, or low levels and strength work can be done with little to no weight to high weight.

CHAIR YOGA

Chair Yoga will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance, and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

CONNECT

TUESDAY LUNCH GROUP

Tuesday Lunch Group meets the fourth Tuesday of each month from 12:30 to 1:30 PM (unless there is a holiday, schedule conflict, etc.). Each month, a theme is announced and either a potluck at the Y or a local restaurant is chosen for this fun social time. Everyone pays for their own meal.

SOCIAL GROUPS

If you enjoy going on adventures, then this program is for you! Our day trips are planned throughout the year for an opportunity to have fun and build friendships. Every trip is sure to be a memorable experience for all!

DISCOVER

BRUNCH & LEARNS

If you’re interested in attending casual, informal events where seniors gather for a presentation and discussion around a topic of interest, or you just like to learn, then this program is for you! We will offer a continental breakfast while fostering learning and social interaction! This program will meet in the Mind Body Room for one hour every month.

COMMUNITY MEMORY CAFÉ

Our Community Memory Café is for those experiencing early stage dementia, memory loss, or cognitive impairment—accompanied by their caregivers, family, and friends. It’s a great way to socialize with those in similar circumstances while enjoying games, music, and other fun activities! Our Community Memory Café provides a safe, comfortable, and engaging environment where people with memory loss—along with their care partners—can laugh, learn, and connect with others sharing the same journey. Our free Community Memory Café meets the second Wednesday of each month from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC).

To register, contact the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) at 715.346.1401.