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ST. FRANCIS HEALTH CARE CENTER, Topeka, KS 
SeniorSpirit

What is it?
SeniorSpirit is a free program for seniors offering quarterly educational programs on various health and wellness topics, a free exercise class at Wood Valley Racquet Club and Fitness Center three times a week, arthritis exercise classes at Wood Valley, a 20 percent discount on meals in the Health Center's 7th Street Bistro and a 10 percent discount on select items in the Gift Shop. In 2005, we added social events, including trips to the Topeka Civic Theatre and the Kansas City T-Bones baseball complex.

Who is it for?
The program is open to anyone age 65 or "better." It has been decided to lower the application age to 55 sometime during 2007.

Why do they do it?
St. Francis wanted to stay connected to seniors in the community and offer opportunities for them to safeguard their health and well-being through educational programs, social outings and exercise classes.

Contact: Linda Ruiz
SeniorSpirit Manager
785-295-8932
Linda.Ruiz@stfrancistopeka.org