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FAY J. LINDNER FOUNDATION SENIOR SERVICES CENTER – SENIORS
We currently offer educational and interactive programs for seniors 75+ to help them achieve physical fitness, experience the world through cultural programs, keep their minds active with lectures, and engage with their peers in social groups. Some programs are also offered virtually, please contact us for more information.
Not a member? Being a Linda & Gerald Marsden Senior Passport holder gives you access to four days of special Senior Passport programs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays for one yearly fee of $360 / Snowbirds $300 / included in SJJCC membership. Member pricing is not available for all programs with a Senior Passport.
SENIOR PASSPORT PROGRAMS
Open to SJJCC members and Senior Passport Holders only
Audrey Kurland
Associate Executive Director, Adult Programming
For over 30 years, Audrey has put the needs of SJJCC members first along with motivating them through classes and clinics in aquatics, fitness, and sports. Starting her career at…
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Mondays, 10:30am
REACH LECTURE SERIES
Weekly lectures on a myriad of topics including history, religion, music, theater, and more.
Tuesdays, 11am
GOLDEN GIRLS WOMEN’S CLUB
Join other women with similar intellectual interests.
Meets the second Monday of each month, 12:30pm
STRONG LIVING
Strong Living Tuesdays blend resilience-building programs with yoga, meditation, films, and conscious living practices, supporting healthy aging.
Tuesdays, 1pm
TASTE OF TORAH
Learn Jewish wisdom as the blueprint for climbing up life’s ladder. This class is a review of the parsha of the week. All levels of learning are welcome.
Wednesdays, 10-11am
ALL ABOUT ISRAEL
Learn about Israeli current events from our RCFI Director, Dagan Cohen, a previous combat officer in the IDF and an active reserve captain in a combat unit.
Select Wednesdays, 11am-12pm
GEZUNTER MEN’S CLUB
Enjoy camaraderie, refreshments, and hear from guest speakers.
Meets the last Wednesday of each month, 11:30am
KNITZVAH
Share stories and laughs as we knit and crochet in person for a cause.
Wednesdays, 12:30-2pm
SENIORCIZE WITH NATALIE (VIRTUAL)
Wednesdays (lower body, balance), 9am • Click here to register
GAMES DAY
Come play cards, bridge, Mah Jongg, and other games with your pals. Interested in joining a game, reach out and we will try to match you with other players.
Thursdays, 9:30am-12:30pm
LUNCH & CONNECTION
Enjoy Thursdays filled with lunch, live music, and easy fitness activities that keep you moving and smiling.
Thursdays, 12:30-1:30pm
SENIORCIZE WITH NATALIE (VIRTUAL)
Exercises emphasize flexibility and strength to avoid joint stress.
Fridays (upper body, core), 9am • Click here to register
Senior Programs made possible in part through a gift from Heidi Rieger and Sarrae Crane
Donated with love and gratitude in memory of their father, Norman B. Crane z”l
TRANSPORTATION
We offer limited round-trip bus transportation for seniors living in the Town of North Hempstead and surrounding areas to participate in our Linda & Gerald Marsden Senior Passport Programs and/or to use our Gershwind/Jacobson Health + Wellness Center.
If you, or anyone you know, could benefit from this new service, please reach out to Julie Assael, LMSW, at 516.484.1545 ext. 134 or jassael@sjjcc.org for more information.
Transportation will be provided to individuals with an active SJJCC or Senior Passport membership. Locations outside of the Town of North Hempstead are subject to approval.
FOR SUPPORT
UJA SocialRx
Your Prescription for Connection
UJA SocialRx joins an international effort that supports older adults in making meaningful social connections to improve quality of life. At Sid Jacobson JCC, we believe wellness goes beyond physical health—it’s about feeling connected, supported, and engaged.
Through UJA SocialRx, we help you access programs and services that nurture your social well-being and strengthen your sense of community. Our Connection Specialists are here to listen and guide you toward resources that fit your life. Whether you’re navigating a major transition, coping with loss, managing chronic health concerns, or simply seeking companionship, we’ll connect you to opportunities that make a difference.
From fitness classes and art workshops to volunteer programs, support groups, and cultural experiences, we offer a wide range of activities designed to inspire, empower, and bring people together.
Take the first step toward a healthier, more connected life. To learn more, contact Julie Assael, LMSW 516.484.1545 ext. 134, jassael@sjjcc.org.
THE LINDA MARSDEN FRIENDLY VISITING PROGRAM
Connect to an SJJCC volunteer weekly. Visit can include enjoying a cup of coffee, a game of cards, discussing current events, and more.
TECH HELPLINE FOR THE 60+ COMMUNITY
At a time where we’re online more than ever, a little technical support goes a long way. UJA-Federation of New York’s Tech Helpline, in partnership with Older Adults Technology Services and Senior Planet, provides advice over the phone to questions such as:
- How do I get an attachment to open?
- What happened to my WIFI?
- How does someone see me on a Zoom call?
- I touched something, and now the screen is blank
If you are in need of tech help, please contact Julie Assael, 516.484.1545 ext. 134, for more information.
