Programs & Activities
Nourish your mind, body and spirit
Programming Services seeks to develop a diversified program for the Independent Living Community that focuses on the spiritual, emotional, physical, social, intellectual and vocational needs and interests of our residents. Residents are free to choose their own level of involvement in the community. Our program reflects the wellness philosophy of life.
Regularly scheduled weekly and monthly activities include: Vespers and Bible Study, Day Trips to Local Attractions, Lunch and Supper Outings, Shopping/Errands Trips to Malls, Grocery Stores, Banks, Post Office, etc., Evening Concerts, a variety of resident-led clubs and much more!
Continuing classes being offered include: Strength Training, Body Recall Class, a Walking Program, Bridge and Table Games, “Issues of Aging” – a women’s support group, Watercolor Painting, Art and Pottery Classes, Knitting, a Drama Project, Tai Chi, Line Dancing and Aqua Aerobics, Yoga, High Intensity Water Aerobics and more.
Annually, residents may choose to participate in the campus Pig Pickin’ - open to residents and staff, the Health & Wellness Fair, and the Christmas Tea for residents, staff, Board members and community friends of Givens.
Beyond the scheduled group activities, Givens Estates encourages individual enrichment through use of our library, computer lab, greenhouse and gardening areas, croquet field, shuffleboard court, horseshoe pit, walking /hiking trails and on-campus volunteering opportunities.