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Published December 26, 2012, 10:34 AM

Red Wing Area Seniors briefs

Dec. 26, 2012.

The Red Wing Senior Center is located in the Professional Building and Community Center, 1407 W. Fourth St. All events listed are held at the Senior Center unless otherwise noted. Call 651-267-3599 for more information.

Games available

The following games will be played:

• Scrabble — 1 p.m. Wednesdays

Support services offered

Several support groups and services are available.

• Resources and referrals will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. today. Dr. Jane Whiteside can help sort through problems and explore possible resources. The service is free and confidential. Call 651-267-3599 to set up an appointment.

• A foot care clinic will run from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Thursday Dec. 27. To make an appointment, call 651-385-3410.

Needlework done weekly

Needlework and blanket-tying is done every Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Participants can join in tying fleece blankets or bring their own needlework project.

Train club invites visitors to train display

The Gandy Dancers will be in the Senior Center working from 1 to 4 p.m. every Wednesday on their O gauge and HO gauge layouts.

Train enthusiasts of every age are invited to see the display. The gentlemen are always happy to answer questions about their trains.

Bills assistance offered

Cathy Gould will help people eliminate the work and worry involved in understanding their medical bills every Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. She will navigate the insurance process and free people from paperwork and stress related to insurance claims.

To sign up for an individualized appointment, call the Senior Center at 651-267-3599.

Need something typed?

Do you have a letter, a family story or something else that you would like typed?

Experienced typists are willing to volunteer their services if you give a donation to the Senior Center for the finished work. Simply bring in the hand-written correspondence and it will be ready to be picked up within a few days.

Seniors invited to learn gentle yoga

Learn gentle yoga positions with certified yoga instructor Michelle Hoffman from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Tuesdays.

Cost for 6 sessions is $45 for individuals or $80 for couples. Yoga can reduce chronic health conditions, improve sleep, increase energy, restore balance, and improve attitude and overall quality of life.

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