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Clawson Senior Center
The City of Clawson provides recreation and social services to Clawson’s mature population including a daily lunch program, transportation for medical appointments and shopping. There are also health screenings and tax assistance available.

Clawson Senior Center
509 Fisher Court
Clawson, MI 48017
Kathy Leenhouts, Senior Center coordinator
kleenhouts@cityofclawson.com
248.583.6700
Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm

Details on all programs are available by calling the Senior Center at 248.583.6700. A calendar of activities for senior citizens is published monthly and is available at the Senior Center and City Hall.


Happy Birthday!

 


Join us on the second Wednesday of each month for our monthly birthday luncheon. Please let us know if you will be attending so we know how many to expect at the birthday table! A free lunch coupon will be given to each birthday at our birthday table.


Meals at the Center

 

A balanced lunch is served Monday through Friday at Noon, no reservations required. A $3 donation is suggested. A home-delivered meal to shut-ins is also available. Call the Senior Center regarding qualifications for homebound meals at 248.583.6700.


2010 September Calendar

Menu subject to change

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

30

Lasagna

Shop 9:30am

Exercise 10:30

31

Crispy Chicken Salad

Quilting 10-2

Line Dancing 1pm

Euchre 1pm

1

Sausage & Kraut

Exercise 10:30

Knit & Crochet 10

Blood Pressure 11:30am

 

2

Stuffed Peppers

Wii Bowling 10-Noon

Crazy Quilting 10-2

 

 

3 

Chicken & Dumplings

Exercise 10:30

 

6

CENTER CLOSED

Happy Labor Day!

7

Swedish Meatballs

Manor Shop 9am

Quilting 10-2

 

Line Dancing 1pm



8

Birthday Luncheon

BBQ Chicken

Shop 9am

Blood Pressure 9:30-1

Knit & Crochet 10am

Exercise 10:30 am

OLSHA -11:30 Presentation on Weatherization

Bingo 1pm


9

Hot Dogs

WII Bowling 10-Noon

Tiger Game 11:45

 

 

10

Tuna Plate

Exercise 10:30am

 

13

Grilled Sausage Shop Target

Exercise

10:30

Lunch Bunch 11:30 Fuji Buffet

 

 

14

Chicken Patty on a Bun

Manor Shop 9am

Quilting 10-2

Line Dancing 1pm

15

Nachos

Shop 9am

Blood Pressure 11:30

Knit&Crochet 10am

Exercise 10:30

Kings in the Corner 1pm

 

16

Fish

Wii Bowling 10-Noon

Morley Candy Tour 10:30

 

 

 

17

Baked Chicken

Exercise  10:30

Scrabble 1pm

 

 

20

Veal Parmesean

K-Mart 9:30am

Genealogy 10am

Greek Town Casino 10am

Exercise 10:30am

 

 

21

Ham

Shipshewana 7am

Manor Shop-9am

Quilting 10-2

Palladium 11:15

Line Dancing 1pm

 

 

22

Beef Stew

Shop 9am

Knit & Crochet 10am

Exercise 10:30

Blood Pressure 9:30-1

 

23

Quiche

Wii Bowling 10-Noon

 

 

 

24

Hawaiian Pizza

Renaissance Festival 10am

Exercise

10:30

27

Stuffed Cabbage

Shop Walmart 9:30

Exercise 10:30

 

28

Mac & Cheese

Manor Shop 9am

Quilting 10-2

Line Dancing 1pm

Euchre 1pm

29

Sloppy Joe

Mature Driver Workshop 9am

Exercise 10:30

Knit & Crochet

Oakland County Presenation 11:30

Bingo 1pm

30

Chicken & Gravy

Mature Driver Workshop 9am

Wii Bowling 10-Noon

MGM Casino 1pm

 


Regular monthly activities include:

Bingo, Second and last Wednesday
Birthday Celebration, Second Wednesday
Blood Pressure Check, Second and 4th Wed. 9:30-1

Bunco, Every other month

Casino, Last Thursday of the month

Computer Room open Monday–Friday 8am-4pm
Exercise Class, Mon, Wed and Fri 10:30-11:00am

Euchre, Last Tuesday of each month at 1pm
Genealogy Group, Third Monday 10-11:30am
Golf League, Wednesday mornings
Kings in the Corner Tournament, Every other month

Knit & Crochet Group, Every Wednesday 10am

Line Dance Every Tuesday at 1pm $5
Lunch Bunch, One Monday each month

Quilting Club, Tuesday 10am
Red Hat Meeting, Third Thursday

Scrabble, Third Friday of each month at 1pm

Wii Bowling, Thursday's 10-Noon


Medical Equipment


The Senior Center offers a medical equipment loan closet to the community. We have wheelchairs, walkers, canes, crutches, shower chairs and bathroom chairs. Call ahead to make sure we have what you need.



Seniors Transportation


Transportation is available for Clawson residents Monday–Friday between the hours of 8:00am and 2:00pm to the following:

Community Center, Lunch and special programs
Doctor Appointments, Monday–Friday (mornings only)
Grocery Shopping, Clawson Manor, Tuesday, 9am, Residents—Wednesday, 9am
Local Merchants, Beauty shops, banks, credit unions, etc.
Shopping, 1st Monday Oakland Mall
        2nd Monday Target
        3rd Monday K-Mart
        4th Monday WalMart
Local Merchants, Beauty shops, banks, etc., 8am -12pm ONLY to schedule pick-up times. Please call us as soon as you make your appointment. Medical appointments will be first priority.

Who qualifies?
Any person 55+ or any person with a physical disabilty living in Clawson.

What should I do?
Call 248.583.6700 Monday through Friday between 8:00am and 12:30pm to make your arrangements. Please let the dispatcher know if you will need a lift bus.

Where can I go?
Our boundaries will be Long Lake to the north, 11Mile to the south, Southfield to the west, and Ryan to the east. Please note that we will offer transportation to an extended area for MEDICAL appointments only, at a charge of $5. Our extended boundary area is South Blvd. to the north, 9 Mile to the south, Telegraph to the west and VanDyke to the east.

What do I need to know?

  1. When using our transportation please plan to do only what you have previously arranged. Do not ask the driver to alter the schedule.
  2. Riders must be ready and waiting at their door.
  3. We cannot transport for medical emergencies, call 911.
  4. Drivers cannot enter private residences. Assistance with packages will be given to the front door.
  5. Use the same procedure for arranging a ride on the wheelchair lift bus, but let the dispatcher know that you need the lift bus.
  6. Wheelchair riders residences must be accessible or there must be someone home to bring the rider to the bus. Drivers cannot bring the wheelchair over doorsills or down stairs.
  7. There is no cost for transportation, however a donation to the program is greatly appreciated.

Oakland County - Senior Citizens Services

Click here to visit the Oakland County Senior Citizens site. Oakland County also has a Senior Citizen Abuse Line: 1.866.975.5010.

 

Updated Tuesday, August 31, 2010

 

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EUCHRE

On August 31st we will have a Euchre Party at 1pm.  This is a new event and we are looking forward to having alot of fun.  Bring $1 and we will have a little prize money for the winner!  If you would like to participate please call the center at 248-583-6700 so we know how many to plan for!

Senior Day at the Detroit Zoo

Wednesday, September 8th 10-3pm.  Free Admission to the Detroit Zoo.  If you would like transportation call 248-583-6700.  Transportation cost is $2 and we will depart the Senior Center at 9:30 am

OLHSA Weatherization Program

Wednesday, Sept. 8th at 11:30 a representative from OLSHA will be presenting information on how you may qualify for FREE home weatherization assistance.

BBAC-Seniors at the Art Center

Tuesday, September 14 11-2.  Drop in at the Brimingham, Bloomfield Art Center and learn Asian Brush Painting.  There is no cost for this program.  You can drive yourself or call the Senior Center to schedule transportation.  Call the BBAC at 248-644-0866 for more info.

FREE HEARING SCREENINGS

Wednesday, September 15th from 10-1.  The Lions Hearing Center of Michi8gan in cooperation with Wayne State University and the DMC will be at the center to perfrom FREE hearing screenings.  Please call the center at 248-583-6700 to reserve a time for your FREE screening.

Palladium

Tuesday, September 21st.  Cost $20  Enjoy a delicious all you can eat buffet lunch followed by the movie "Eat, Pray, Love" starring Julia Roberts.  You must reserve your spot by Friday, September 17th.

Oakland County Commissioner Tim Burns

will be at the center on Wednesday, September 29th to pesent information on Oakland County.  Free lunch that day for those who pre-register by calling 248-583-6700.

MATURE DRIVER WORKSHOP

Wed. & Thurs. September 29,30   9am-1:30pm  Lunch included Cost:  $20

Register now for this in-depth program using classroom time and equipment measuring Brake Reaction Time, Glare Recovery and Deth Perception.  There is even an opportunity for an evaluation using Useful Field of View, the CARFIT Program and a one-on-one road evaluation using the students own car.  Check with your insurance to see if taking this class qualifies you for discounts on your car insurance!.  Pre registration is REQUIRED.  Call the Center at 248-583-6700.

SALUTE TO SENIORS Hosted by Sen. John Pappageorge

Monday, October 4th at the Royal Oak Farmers Markaet.  Free Transportation will be avialable from the senior center at 10am.  Lunch is included at this event and will be served at 11:30am.  Please sign up at the senior center if you need transportation aby October 1st.

LINE DANCING CLASS

Connie Buss will be teaching a new Line Dancing Class on Tuesday's at 1pm.  Cost is $5.  No experience needed, learn new dances each week!

SHARP–Clawson (Senior Home Assistance Repair Program) helps Clawson seniors 60 and older and persons with disabilities with home repairs. The work is done by volunteers and usually involves jobs that can be completed in an hour or two. Labor is free. You must pay for supplies, although assistance may be available if a need exists.  Call 248.589.0334 to put in your request for a repair.  A SHARPvolunteer will contact you, evaluate the job and set up a time for it to be completed. 

SMOKE DETECTOR BATTERY REPLACEMENT PROGRAM through SHARP .  If you qualify for the SHARP program you qualify to have your 9volt smoke detector battery changed for free!  Just call 248-589-0334 to request this service.  SHARP will also be offering a smoke detector with a 10 year warranty and 10 year battery for a NEW LOW PRICE OF $12 INSTALLED.  Just call 248-589-0334 if you are interested in purchasing a new smoke detector and having it installed by a SHARP volunteer!
Anyone interested in volunteering for SHARP can call the center at 248.583.6700. Volunteers with a variety of skills and experience are needed for this program too! If you are interested, please download the application or call 248.583.6700 and an application will be sent to you. Full training is available for all volunteers!