Page 6 - MidWeek Central - March 1, 2023

6 MARCH 1, 2023
Wahiawā Club Offers Physical Activity, Guest Speakers, Supports Community
FROM PAGE 1
tion form,” says Kohagu- ra, while also mentioning a nominal $15 fee is paid annually and the Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation oversees the program.
“We have had speakers from the police, fire department and fall prevention programs as well as long- term care and technology skills.”
The club commences the month with Bingo, and con- cludes with a report from a locally elected official.
“The club keeps seniors actively involved in our community by inviting our local elected officials to speak about what is being done and asking our input,” member Ruriko Kono illu- minates.
for 20 years.
Besides the Monday
The middle of each month is filled with speakers on in- teresting topics and fun ac- tivities, most of which are organized through member input.
meetings, the Wahiawā Rainbow Seniors gather for a variety of scheduled activ- ities throughout the month.
“We have had speakers from the police, fire depart- ment and fall prevention programs as well as long- term care and technology skills,” Kono describes. “In addition to information, we emphasize socialization and actively engaging in physi- cal activity through walk- ing, singing, playing games and going on field trips.”
DON ROBBINS PHOTO
They include a Wednes- day morning seniors’ bowl- ing league at Schofield Bar- racks, Thursday movies at the meeting room, and two holoholo trips per month to on-island venues.
Members of the Wahiawā Rainbow Seniors Club march along California Avenue in last year’s Veterans Day Parade, which was sponsored by the Wahiawā Lions Club.
Are you seeing these issues around your home? We Can Help!
Rotting or sagging posts
Settling foundation
Sinking concrete
BEFORE
AFTER
Moisture in crawl space
For example, the group attended the Senior Citi- zen’s Valentine Dance held Feb. 7 at the Neal Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall.
festivals and even hosting their own rummage sales in the fall and spring.
In addition, on Memorial Day, they make more than 2,000 lei for the graves of fallen soldiers at Schofield.
After the meeting ends with singing Hawai‘i Aloha, “members are encouraged to partake in refreshments and socialize,” says David and Sheila Seeholzer, who have been with the group
“Senior clubs from around the island send their representatives usual- ly dressed in vibrant red,” says Kohagura. “It’s a lot of fun.”
As the pandemic sub- sides, members look for- ward to resuming even more activities, reminiscing about past neighbor islands trips taken together.
The club is also actively involved in supporting the Wahiawā community, par- ticipating in parades and
“The general mission of the club is to have seniors better their lives after retire- ment,” concludes Kono.
For more information on the Wahiawā Rainbow Se- niors Club and its activities, those who are interested can call David Seeholzer at 808-228-5188 or Kohagura at 808-223-2173.
Specializing in...
• Lifting and stabilizing settling foundations
• Controlling your home’s humidity, mold, musty odors and moisture
• Lifting and leveling sinking concrete slabs
• Stabilizing sagging floors
• Residential and Commercial work
CONTACT US FOR A
FREE ESTIMATE!
5% OFF NEW Customers
Must mention at time of appointment. Not valid with any other offers.
808-204-4330
foundationsupportoahu.com
HI Lic # CT-36007 C31A, C34, C35, C55