Dr. Scott Humphrey's foot clinic for diabetics is held approximately once a month. An appointment is necessary, and can be made by calling the Eldred Senior Center office at (801) 852-6620.

 

All Eldred Senior Center members with birthdays during the current month, are invited to the birthday party luncheon held monthly. A personal telephone invitation is made to all Eldred Senior Center members. You’ll enjoy celebrating your birthday with us and also delight in the entertainment at each party. Reservations for the luncheons are required the day before by noon.

 

The Eldred Senior Center is host to the Caregiver’s Support Group. The Support Group meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday’s at 6:30 p.m. Their purpose is to provide peer support, education and hands on training to assist Caregiver’s in their challenges. Get information on topics such as The Role of the Ombudsman, Understanding Medicare and Medicaid Supplements, Living Wills, Stress Management, and much more. Call the Eldred Senior Center at 801-852-6620 or Mountainland Department of Aging at 801-229-3804, for more information.

 

Classroom Driving Safety courses are available to senior citizens and younger drivers at the Eldred Center every other month. Local instructors will conduct a one-day course every other month from 1-5 p.m. The course is a four hour class on either Tuesday or Wednesday afternoon. The fee is $12 for AARP members, or $14 for others. To join the AARP call 888-687-2277 or visit www.aarp.org online before attending the course. Senior citizen participants in the course earn 5 to 10 percent discount on their auto insurance. They have 16 percent fewer traffic injuries, fatalities, and convictions. Please call the Eldred Senior Center office to register.

 

Are you looking for a fun night out, where you can enjoy dancing and great music? Adults of all ages, single and couples, men and women, are invited to put their dancing shoes on and enjoy the live music of "Come Dance With Us", at the weekly Tuesday evening dances beginning at 8 p.m. If you dance or just listen to the music, you'll enjoy yourself. Grab your friends and neighbors and join us for a great time! Cost is $5/single or $10/couple.

 

Seniors (55+) are welcome at the Eldred Senior Center Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Friday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. to enjoy drop-in activities at their leisure, i.e., reading, television, billiards, cards, shuffleboard, ping pong, exercise equipment, computers, etc.

 

The Eldred Senior Center offers an Information and Referral Service for seniors. When you don’t know who to call, call 801-852-6620, and we’ll do our best to help you.

 

Join us each Tuesday beginning at 10:30 a.m. for Bingo. There is no charge, just fun and prizes. Reservations for the luncheon immediately following are required before noon on Monday.

 

Too cold outside? Are the sidewalks too uneven to walk safely? Do you wish you had a variety of exercise equipment to enjoy? Then the Eldred Senior Center is the place you have been looking for to complete your exercise routine. We have a variety of exercise equipment including stationary bikes, a new treadmill, Health Riders, weights, and Sit & Stay Fit exercise videos. Our hallways make a great place for walking in the cool air conditioning during the spring and summer. The exercise area is open Monday through Thursday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Our hours provide a perfect opportunity to exercise before or after work and your regular daily routine.

 

The Eldred Senior Center has a lot of fun one day trips planned this summer. You can have an enjoyable day with your friends, travel without the hassle of driving, and all at a very reasonable price. For upcoming tour information please stop by the Eldred Senior Center for a brochure or call the office at 801-852-6620. Payment is required to reserve seating on all Eldred Senior Center tours.