Multi Purpose Dining Hall

Hello Participants,

Due to Winter Storm 2026, all Senior Multipurpose Facilities will be closed on Monday, January 26. As a result, all programming will be canceled for the day.

If you would like to continue your daily workout from home, you may use our YouTube channel at your convenience. Please see the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgVNt697h9gEaQH5DYwVlQ?view_as=subscriber

If you are in need of additional resources or assistance, please reach out to STARline (Soaring Through Aging Resources). STARline is a free information and referral service for Fulton County seniors aged 60 and older, their families, caregivers, and the community. STARline helps seniors who wish to remain in their homes and serves as a gateway to community resources.

To speak with a specialist, please call 404-613-6000 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. 
Please stay safe and warm, and we look forward to seeing you when facilities reopen.

Sincerely,
Dorothy Benson Staff & Department of Senior Services

3rd Qtr 2024 Strength & Balance (9:30am)

Day(s): 
Wednesday
Class Capacity: Onsite 35; Virtual unlimited. A total body workout with a focus on strengthening the core and limbs while amplifying the body’s movement through stretch, improving overall balance, posture, muscle tone & mobility. Note that this class has TWO Sessions: Session 1 starts 7/3, Session 1 registration is June 17-22, 2024 (9am-2pm). Session 2 starts 8/14, Session 2 registration is August 5-9, 2024 (9am-2pm).  
Instructor(s): 
Diane Adams
Program: 
Land Fitness
Location: 
Multi Purpose Dining Hall

1st Qtr 2024 Senior Strength & Balance

Theraband
Day(s): 
Wednesday
Class Capacity: Onsite 25; Virtual unlimited. A 45–50-minute class that includes a warm-up, resistance exercises that works the muscles of the body and support ranges, ending with stretches to relax the worked muscles. A lightweight band is needed to maximize benefits. This class is live at the center and simulcasted on ZOOM: https://zoom.us/j/91942191938
Instructor(s): 
Diane Adams
Program: 
Land Fitness
Location: 
Multi Purpose Dining Hall

1st Qtr 2024 Arthritis Prevention & Agility (11:00am)

Day(s): 
Tuesday
Class Capacity: 30 Prevent/Reduce Arthritis pain with specific exercises designed to keep your joints healthy and moving, coupled with fun agility exercises to increase your balance and speed of movement for fall prevention. Props will be used in this class so it will not be offered virtually. This is an in-person class only.
Instructor(s): 
Diane Adams
Program: 
Land Fitness
Location: 
Multi Purpose Dining Hall

2nd Qtr 2024 Arthritis Prevention & Agility (Tue. 10:00am)

Day(s): 
Tuesday
Class Capacity: 35 Prevent/Reduce Arthritis pain with specific exercises designed to keep your joints healthy and moving, coupled with fun agility exercises to increase your balance and speed of movement for fall prevention. Props will be used in this class so it will not be offered virtually. This is an in-person class only. Note that this class has TWO Sessions: Session 1 starts 4/2, Session 1 registration is March 18-22, 2024 (9am-2pm). Session 2 starts 5/14, Session 2 registration is May 6-10, 2024 (9am-2pm).
Instructor(s): 
Diane Adams
Program: 
Land Fitness
Location: 
Multi Purpose Dining Hall

2nd Qtr 2024 S.E.A.T. (Tue. 9:00am)

Day(s): 
Tuesday
Class Capacity: Onsite 35; Virtual unlimited. S.E.A.T., Supported Exercise for Ageless Training, is a brand new, chair-based fitness program that strengthens the body and mind, while improving balance and flexibility. It is a combination of cardio, strength, balance, posture, brain work, and more.  It's a complete workout from head to toe and it's all done in a chair, but you may also perform the exercises while standing. Check it out, it’s tons of fun! Note that this class has TWO Sessions: Session 1 starts 4/2, Session 1 registration is March 18-22, 2024 (9am-2pm). Session 2 starts 5/14, Session 2 registration is May 6-10, 2024 (9am-2pm).
Instructor(s): 
Diane Adams
Program: 
Land Fitness
Location: 
Multi Purpose Dining Hall

2nd Qtr 2025 Bodyworks Plus Abs

Day(s): 
Monday
Class Capacity: Onsite 35; Virtual unlimited. This is an intermediate level fitness class that sculpts and tones the body. In 45 minutes, this workout takes you through a variety of exercises using dumbbells and body weight for resistance while moving to the beat of music. Over time, notice improvements in muscle tone, posture, balance, and strength. This workout can be modified to be performed seated in a chair.
Instructor(s): 
Sonya Edwards
Program: 
Land Fitness
Location: 
Multi Purpose Dining Hall
Virtual (Online)

Holiday Luncheon

Please note: we have reached the capacity for this event.

You are invited to Benson's Holiday Luncheon.
Sponsored by the Friends of Benson.

Please join us for lunch, we want to spend this special day with you!

November 16, 12 - 2:00PM

While this is FREE of charge, you must be a member to participate.

Please RSVP by November 13, 2023 Call 404-613-4900 or stop by the front desk to sign up.

Movie Day, October 26, 2023

She's a Type-A Manhattan executive with a she-devil reputation, he's her harried assistant - but getting this odd couple married is the only way she won't lose her immigration visa in this deft comedy.
1 h 48 min, 2009, PG-13

When: Thursday, October 26, 2023
Where: MPDH Time: 1:30-3:30pm

**Light refreshments will be served**

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