Healthy Steps Movement Program

Healthy-Steps: The Ledbed Method is a therapeutic exercise and movement program to help regain range of motion, strength,  endurance and balance. It’s a structured system of movement to the backdrop of    music.  No experience is required, it’s non-aerobic and offers a sitting version.

Recommended for seniors, cancer survivors and those battling chronic health conditions. Facilitator Teresa Del Giorno has been leading dance, movement and therapeutic exercise classes since 1994 and is a certified Healthy Steps instructor, a physical therapy aide and a CMA.

A physician’s medical release is required. Registration and medical release forms are available in the Goldenaires office. Class is FREE to all Goldenaires members.

Class is held Mondays, 12noon-1:00pm.

A new session will be held November 6 - December 18.

 For more information call the office at (415)485-3348 or email us at srgoldenaires@gmail.com.

BAKERS START YOUR OVENS!

We need all of our members to start baking oodles of goodies for the Saturday, November 4th Craft Fair bake table.  Please have your goodies wrapped individually or on a disposable plate noted what the item is (ie. sherry wine cake, fudge brownies, etc).  Make note if your goodies have nuts!  Please drop off your goodies on  Friday, November 3rd from 10-2PM in the Goldenaires office.  Thank you in advance for the donations and please spread the word to your family and friends about the event! 

If you have questions, please call the office at (415)485-3348 or email us at srgoldenaires@gmail.com.

 

Attend the Annual General Meeting - Wednesday, October 18th at 1:00PM

Please plan to attend the Goldenaires Annual Meeting and learn what the Goldenaires have been doing for the past year! 

In addition, we will be holding our elections for the  Executive Board of Officers for the 2024-2025 year.  Names of members are now being accepted to serve on the Executive Board.  The following offices are open to members to serve a two (2) year term:  President, Vice President and three (3) board members.  This is a great opportunity to get involved with an active organization that serves seniors from all over Marin. We have a lot of fun together, JOIN US!

Please contact the office and let us know if you are willing to serve and someone will get back to you regarding the details of the officer positions.  We need members to step-up and take an active role if the club is to continue to be a vital organization for the community and older adults! 

 Contact us today, srgoldenaires@gmail.com or (415) 485-3348.

Make a Difference

Calling all volunteers! What’s the best way to meet other members and make some new friends? Volunteering! We’re looking for some volunteers in a few areas including:

  • Goldenaires Office (Friday shift from 12:00-2:00pm)

  • Congregate Meal service (every Wednesday, except the 3rd Wednesday of the month, from 10:30am-12:00noon)

  • B St. Dances (last Sunday of each month from 2:00-5:00pm)

Contact Carol Jacobs-Courtz at (415)485-3348 or srgoldenaires@gmail.com if interested.

Also, it’s not too early to start thinking about our club elections. Would you or someone you know like to volunteer to be a part of the leadership team for the Goldenaires? Do you have ideas for our club or want to be more involved in the planning and decision-making process? Nominate yourself or someone you feel has what it takes to be on the executive board at our nominating meeting this fall. More details about the next general meeting will be announced soon.

New Classes

Healthy Steps Movement - Mondays 12-1pm

Taught by Teresa DelGiorno, PTA, CMA, CLM, Healthy Steps is a therapeutic exercise and movement program to help you regain range of motion, strength & endurance, improve balance, and reduce swelling. No experience is required, it’s non-aerobic and offers a sitting version. All participants must receive a medical release from their physician prior to participation. Registration and release forms available in the Goldenaires office.

Summer Session: June 12-July 31 (no class June 19 & July 3)

Fall Session: September 11 - October 16

Cooking With Effie Lee - Tuesday, August 1, 11:30am-1:00pm

Join us for a cooking demonstration led by Goldenaires Board Member and experienced cook, Effie Lee. Includes a delicious lunch (entree, dessert and tea), recipes and lots of laughter. Maximum attendance -15. Cost: $17/members, $20/non-members. Call (415)485-3348 to register.

It's Summer Raffle Time!

Get your tickets now for the fabulous Summer Raffle! Prizes include cash, gift certificates, Giants tickets, gift baskets and more. Suggested donation is $5/ticket or $20 for 5 tickets. The drawing will be held at the August 18 Hawaiian Luau luncheon but you don’t need to be present to win. Tickets can be purchased at the Goldenaires office Monday-Friday 10:00am-2:00pm (closed Thursdays) or can be cut out of the latest issue of our Newsette (see link on home page) and mailed to:

San Rafael Goldenaires, 618 B St., San Rafael, CA 94901.