Wheaton Seniors                                        301-929-5500

Wheaton Community Center, 11711 Georgia Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902

About the Program
Wheaton Seniors gather on Wednesdays and enjoy a wide range of activities together. Meeting between 10:00am and 2:00pm, this program offers entertainment, health screening and education, exercise and fitness, occasional crafts, informational speakers, card playing, counseling on issues of interest to seniors, theme parties and lots of camaraderie. Monthly mini-trips to local points of interest add another dimension to the wide range of possibilities offered at Wheaton Seniors, as does the Senior Fit Exercise class held on Monday and Wednesday mornings. Seniors, ages 55 and above who live in the surrounding community and wish to lead active and interesting lives, will find this to be a place to make friends, to receive useful information, and to enjoy activities. It is a place where seniors have the opportunity to build relationships and keep connected to life.

General Information
Wheaton Seniors is located in Wheaton Community Center. The program is staffed by a program director who works closely with the participants to provide the kinds of activities appealing to seniors. A newsletter is produced that includes the calendar of events and is available when you visit Wheaton Seniors on Wednesdays; or you may request a sample copy by clicking here.

Directions
From Silver Spring: Go north on Georgia Avenue (from the beltway), and cross University Blvd. Go straight through the Arcola Avenue intersection, and turn right on Park Avenue. The community center's parking lot is the first right behind the building.

From Rockville: Go south on Georgia Avenue. Turn left at the Wheaton Library. Make an immediate left into the community center's parking lot behind the building.

Weekly Schedule
Mondays
10:30-11:15am Senior Fit and Flexibility Exercise Program: Designed especially for seniors, this 45-minute exercise class focuses on increasing strength and muscular endurance for activities of daily living and improving flexibility for greater mobility. The program includes periodic fitness assessments and health education. Holy Cross Hospital and Kaiser Permanente sponsor this program in cooperation with Montgomery County Department of Recreation. Permission from your healthcare provider is required before beginning this course. To request a consent form, call 301-754-7160.

Wednesdays
10:30-11:15am Senior Fit and Flexibility Exercise Program: See Monday's schedule.

10:30-11:00am Chair Exercises: Follow along with this great video class for a session of fun and fitness.

11:15-12:00pm Program or Activity: Varied and enjoyable (check the calendar) Card playing, including Bridge, is also available for those who are interested. New players are always welcome.

12:00-12:30pm Lunch: Bring your own and enjoy good company.

12:30-2:00pm Program or Activity: Varied and enjoyable (check the calendar)
Card playing, including Bridge, is also available for those who are interested.

Senior Access to Weight and Exercise Room
Seniors may use the weight and exercise room free of charge between 10:00am and 2:00pm on Wednesdays by registering (ask at the center desk). Seniors who choose to use the exercise room on other days or hours will have to purchase the regular weight room membership. Weight room memberships provide access to other Montgomery County community center weight and exercise rooms. Click here to see other available locations.

Customer Satisfaction
The Montgomery County Department of Recreation strives to provide high quality programs and opportunities for seniors, and we value your input. Please take a moment to share your ideas, comments and suggestions to help us continue to improve recreation services to seniors. Click here to give us your valuable feedback by completing a Customer Satisfaction Survey.

You may also contact us by email: Rec Seniors@montgomerycountymd.gov

Inclement Weather Policy
When Montgomery County Public Schools are closed due to snow, ice or severe weather, all classes, activities and mini-trips will be cancelled. If Montgomery County Public Schools have a delayed opening, all classes scheduled to begin at 10:00am or later may be held as usual. When County schools close early, the center may close early, and activities are cancelled. If in doubt, call the center before you attempt to go, or call the Senior Programs Office at 301-468-4540.

ADA Information
Montgomery County Government is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and seniors with disabilities are encouraged to participate in senior programs. If you need auxiliary aids or services in order to participate, call 240-777-6960/TTY 240-777-6974 two weeks prior to the start of the program.

Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance is available for low-income residents. For information, call the Senior Programs office at 301-468-4540.