1965 Ferguson Road
Allison Park, PA 15101
412-486-7006
Kimberly Ondechek: Administrative Director
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PURPOSE |
The purpose of the North
Hills Senior Services, Inc., include, without limitation, is to serve as an
interfaith, nonprofit organization addressing the spiritual, emotional,
physical, and material needs of senior citizens. It shall be the purpose of this corporation to provide
seniors with services that maintain the quality of their lives and their
capacity to contribute to the lives of others.
It shall establish senior centers, seek to provide affordable senior
housing, establish communication programs and work cooperatively with public
and private agencies having like purpose; and support for programs designed to
preserve the dignity of individuals and families demonstrating the love of God
in their lives.
Senior
Living Options
Booklet lists senior living
situations available in the North Hills area including in home assistance, as
well as retirement living communities.
Consult
Call 412-486-7006 for an appointment
Referral
Services
Information gathered from local
sources to meet needs of seniors.
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Provides in home nursing counsel,
health education, non-invasive screenings and referrals to home bound seniors.
This service complements the visiting nurse, pastor's visit and visits from
physical or occupational therapists. The Community Parish Nurse will
provide the gift of time and presence as will as nursing counsel, health
counsel, health education, non-invasive screenings, and referrals. The
nurse offers emotional and spiritual support combined with a compassionate,
listening ear and nursing knowledge to provide consultation, understanding and
guidance. The program is not based on one religious faith but ministers
to the needs of all.
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Tuesdays 11:30
a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Jan. 12 – March 16, 2010
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Thursdays 11:30
a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Jan. 14 – March 18, 2010
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WHAT
IS TAI CHI?
Tai
Chi is a slow motion, low impact exercise that stresses relaxation and
concentration.
The smooth graceful movements are gentle on the joints.
Tai Chi is excellent for improving balance and reducing the risk of
falls.
It has been known to alleviate the symptoms of arthritis through its
slow and gentle movements.
Some of the other benefits of Tai Chi are reduction of blood pressure,
lowering of cholesterol, and improvement of overall body flexibility.
The use of arms in the Tai Chi movements increases upper body strength
and the deep breathing exercises aid in reducing stress.
THE
INSTRUCTOR
David J. Slaughter began training in Chinese Martial Arts in 1981 under Master Ernest Rothrock in Scranton, PA. He relocated to Pittsburgh to become the Head Instructor of the North Hills branch of Rothrock's Kung Fu and Tai Chi Studio from 1995 to 2006.
Today,
Sifu Slaughter owns and operates Sifu Slaughter's Chinese Martial Arts,
located in Cranberry, PA.
With his interest in the individual, he endeavors to introduce people
to Chinese martial arts, hoping they will become healthy physically,
emotionally and
spiritually.
FEES:
The fee is $6 per class.
A non-refundable “sign-up fee” of $25 is required with each
registration form and will be credited toward your account. Or you may pay the
discounted fee of $40 for all 10 sessions.
Classes
will meet in Fellowship Hall at St. Paul’s.
No
equipment is needed. Just wear
comfortable, loose-fitting clothing.
Registrants
will be requested to fill out a medical release and liability waiver in order
to participate in this activity. Forms
will be available at the first class.
Address
questions or concerns to:
Jerry
Cox (724.766.7675)
Kim Ondechek – Church Office - (412-486-7006)
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Download Registration Form (Tuesday)
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Download Registration Form (Thursday) |
Thursdays - 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
March 26 - May 28, 2009
Pay $6 per session with a non-refundable "sign-up fee" of $25, required with each registration, which will be credited to your account, or pay $40 for all ten sessions.
The teacher, Sharon Mitchell, has been a student of Yoga for over 30 years. She has been certified with the Himalayan Institute since 2001 and is also an ACE certified personal trainer since 1998.
All sessions are at St. Paul's UMC. Call Kimberly at 412-486-7006 for further details.
Why
try Yoga?
Yoga
can help you gain energy for better focus,concentration, strength, flexibility
and optimal health by undoing the unhealthy habits of unconscious action.
The awareness gained through the practice of Yoga is without limit and
can empower you to begin to improve such things as posture, eating habits,
work habits, interaction with others, organizational habits, etc.
Class
goals and suggestions for your hatha yoga practice
This
is your opportunity to practice relaxed awareness of body, breath and mind. The class will include sequences such as the sun salutation
and/or parts of it for less experienced students; various standing, twisting, forward bending and backward
extension, and inversions designed for the students to assist both posture
steadiness and comfort and to reduce pain and instability, and increase breath
awareness. Some temporary muscle
soreness may occur depending on how much structural change is made.
The students are asked to honor their own limitations. Special emphasis
will be put on both the structure of the asanas, as well as the awareness of
relaxation of effort so breathing is not interrupted and the student learns to
lessen the natural tendency for restlessness and instability.
The asanas should feel firm and steady and somewhat comfortable
while demanding total focus. At all times there should be a relaxed awareness
of breath.
The instructor, Marguerite Lang,
has been a student of Yoga for over 10 years and a trained teacher for 4
years. She was certified with the Himalayan Institute in 2008 and she also
belongs to Yoga Alliance and International Association for Yoga Therapy.
Maggi’s background and education is in Physical Therapy.
A fascination with anatomy and movement has added to the enthusiasm for
the practice. Maggi owns a
wellness center in Allison Park that focuses on massage, yoga and meditation
classes. She believes yoga postures, connecting with the breath and
mindfulness in movement will help one get to know their body and all its
possibilities.
Equipment
needed
A
Yoga mat is necessary. Props such as blocks, straps and wool or cotton
blankets are helpful. Clothing
should allow for movement in all directions – and usually some type of
stretchy knit or sweatpants and shirt work the best.
Fee: The fee is $6 per class or you may pay the discounted fee of $40 for all 10 sessions.