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Social- recreational programs include: 50 member chorus "North Suburban Senior Chorus monthly dances, weekly square dances and lessons, current movies, 1/2 day trips, "New Attitudes" (singles group), 500 cards, bridge, chess club, miniatures club, table games, etc. Special events drawing large crowds are held throughout the year (i.e. ice cream social, holiday parties). Horseshoe courts are available near the back of the building. Many older adults utilize swimming and exercise programs offered through the adult enrichment and aquatics programs. A large boutique made up of over 100 consignors is open featuring hand crafted items. INFORMATION /OUTREACH SERVICES Information /Referral: Approximately 1,000 telephone requests for information are handled every month. The Senior Program is one of four sites in Ramsey County to have a Computerized Senior Resource File. This information system is part of the "First Call for Help" network which enables us to answer and direct callers to appropriate senior services and information. Data is updated by "First Call for Help" and includes information on senior services and resources throughout Ramsey, Dakota and Washington counties. This project is funded through the Older Americans Act Title III grant through the Minnesota Board on Aging and the Metropolitan Council. A resource library is located in the office offering a large selection of information on housing, health education, community services, medical insurance coverage, consumer protection, employment opportunities and financial planning. Golden Retriever Newsletter: The Golden Retriever, a newsletter 20 pages in length, is read by approximately 3,000 people each month. The Golden Retriever provides current information on center activities and services, community resources, health education, current legislation, and issues affecting older adults as well as a broad range of community activities offered through local municipalities, churches and senior clubs. The cost of an annual subscription is $5.00; however, free subscriptions are available to those who cannot afford to pay. Blockworker Outreach Project: The Blockworker Project, based on the "neighbor- helping- neighbor" concept, utilizes volunteers to visit older residents on their block at least once a month and provide free written information on community resources, activities and services. Approximately 530 older adults in Falcon Heights, Roseville, Lauderdale and Little Canada are visited each month with the help of 50 volunteers. The Community Services Coordinator coordinates the project by recruiting and training volunteers, canvassing and surveying new blocks, developing a monthly bulletin that is distributed to all residents and plans monthly meetings which provide ongoing support and training for volunteers. Fairview Friends: Fairview Friends are trained peer counselors available to visit older adults in their home on a one -to -one basis addressing challenges and losses which accompany aging. The Fairview Friends also host the information desk in the Senior Center, greeting participants and introducing newcomers to center activities and other seniors. Support Groups: A seven -week Grief and Loss Group is offered twice a year for those who have experienced a recent death of a significant person. A Caregiver Support Group meets every other week. This group offers emotional support and information about resources and services which can assist the caregiver.