A membership-based nonprofit organization, the Stroum JCC offers social, educational and recreational opportunities for seniors of varying ages, interests and abilities. A basic membership costs $65 per year and entitles attendance at social programs. A fitness membership is $55 per month and includes social as well as fitness programs and access to the SJCC swimming pool.
The SJCC offers extensive senior programs, including:
• entertainment, socials and guest speakers
• art, music and computer classes
• current events discussion group
• monthly health talks
• monthly conversations with rabbis
• Active Seniors Club — exclusive for seniors 55-plus; offers stimulating programs and guest speakers
• monthly book club
• escorted casino trips
• Sunday afternoon movies
• informal socializing
• summer picnics
• poker, bridge and Mah Jongg
A variety of health and fitness opportunities are open to seniors at the SJCC, including water aerobics and chair exercise. The SJCC is home to the thriving SilverSneakers exercise program. Qualifying Group Health members can receive a free SJCC membership and SilverSneakers classes.
The SJCC also offers “The Beat,” a cardiac rehabilitation program designed using medical research and a medical director to assist cardiac patients, as well as those wanting to prevent heart disease. It supports exercise and lifestyle modification for long-term health and wellness.