Gibson Senior Center

GSC Health & Wellness Programs

The following senior services and activities are offered free of charge unless otherwise indicated.  
For additional information, please contact the Gibson Senior Center at (909) 981-4501.

Ayurvedic Wellness

Thursdays:  September 19, October 17, November 21
10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Gibson & Arts Class
FREE

Come learn the individual treatments of Ayurvedic Medicine. They include Diet Recommendations, Spices, Herbs, Oil Treatments, Pranayama-Therapeutic Breathing and Meditation. Presented by Yael Steinfeld, RNP, MSN, Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner. Pre-registration required, (909) 981-4501.

Chair Massage Clinic

2nd Friday of the Month 
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
FREE

Self-care and relaxation are essential for good health. Chair massage clinic for seniors, by appointment only. Offered by Inner Peace Body Works.  By appointment only, (909) 981-4501

Club Fit: Getting Stronger Together

Wednesdays & Fridays
10:00 a.m.
FREE!

Pre-registration required, (909) 981-4501.

Fitness Chats With Dr. Tony Ratkovic

Wednesdays:  September 18 & October 16
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
Gibson Game Room
FREE

Learn tips and techniques to improve your health from a medical professional.  Pre-registration recommended, (909) 981-4501.

Food & Nutrition

Tuesdays
4:00 p.m.-4:50 p.m.
Gibson Dining Room
FREE

Examine nutritional cooking strategies for older adults seeking to improve their health and vitality, learn basic nutrition principles, and how these principles apply to older adults. Participants will review the unique nutritional needs and challenges of aging adults, and learn how to better meet their daily nutrient requirements. Participants will learn how to incorporate nutrient dense ingredients and cooking techniques to create meals that are tasty and nutritious. By the end of the course, students will gain an understanding of how proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices can help older adults increase their quality of life.  Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.  In partnership with Mt. San Antonio College.

Gibson Trail Trotters Walking Group

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
9:00 a.m.
Meet in the Gibson Lobby
FREE

Take your first step towards better health. According to the American Heart Association the benefits of walking include lowering the  risk of heart disease, diabetes, dementia and many more benefits. Bring comfortable walking shoes, Pre-registration is recommended. 

Healthy Aging: Principles Of Slow Motion

Tuesdays
4:00 p.m.-4:50 p.m.
Gibson Dance Room
FREE

Healthy aging, including diet, nutrition, disease prevention and application of Tai Chi Principles to maintain health while aging for the older adult. Class offered in partnership with Mt. San Antonio Community College.  Registration accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Music & Brain Health

Mondays
9:00 a.m.-11:05 a.m.
Gibson Game Room
FREE

Examine the connections between music and brain health, while learning strategies for strengthening memory skills with music.  Focus on improving cognitive functions through engaging musical exercises and interactive challenges. Students will express their knowledge by creating their own music and displaying their mastery of the material in a collaborative performance. Primarily for the older adult.

Nutrition Lunch Program

Monday-Friday
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Gibson Dining Room

$3 suggested donation.  Provided by FSA.  

City
of
Upland
California

460 N. Euclid Avenue
Upland, CA 91786
(909) 931-4100

Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.