Madison may be the capitol city, but Milwaukee rules Wisconsin in population. The city, bordering Lake Michigan, is a bustling cultural center in the Midwest. Seniors looking for social activities in Milwaukee will find a plethora of options that will both help them meet other members of the Milwaukee community and maintain or promote a healthy, active lifestyle.
Fitness Centers
Fitness centers are one way for seniors in Milwaukee to stay active. The Milwaukee city government provides fitness centers specifically for seniors at five locations: Washington Park, Clinton and Bernice Rose, Chester W Grobschmidt, Wildon Park and OASIS Senior Centers. Staff members employed at the fitness centers are skilled at working with the elderly and assisting them with workout equipment. The fitness centers are a popular gathering place for seniors to socialize in Milwaukee, particularly because membership is free to Milwaukee residents who over 50 years old.
Yoga and Tai Chi
Yoga and Tai Chi classes are exercises that are suitable for all ages because they can be modified based on physical ability and improve clarity of mind in addition to strength and mobility. Exercise classes also provide a common ground for seniors to socialize. The Washington Park Senior Center on West Vliet Street offers both Yoga and Tai Chi classes, specifically for seniors.
Home Help to Stay Active
The Good Neighbor Project is an assistance project for Milwaukee residents who are 60 years old or older. The Project pairs volunteers with older Milwaukee residents who wish to remain independent in their homes. Volunteers assist Milwaukee seniors with household chores, such as raking leaves and cutting the grass. This helps seniors keep active and complete household tasks as best they can, while meeting local youth who are available to give a helping hand with jobs that seniors may find overwhelming.
Bingo
Bingo is an activity long-associated with the senior lifestyle, but it is fun for all ages. The Potawatomi Casino has a bingo hall that offers rounds of bingo four times a day, meaning seniors have a range of options depending on the time of day that suits them best. The casino also offers Now That's Bingo Evenings, where seniors receive a five dollar discount off their buy-in.
Golf
Golf is a popular sport with seniors, and can be modified to suit an individual's stamina: you are not required to play eighteen holes. Golf courses in Milwaukee are associated with the Milwaukee County Parks Golf Office. Because of this, the County offers senior discount cards for golfers, which can be purchased at any of the nine county golf courses around Milwaukee. For seniors seeking out a social group, there are "Golf Clubs" at each course, where seniors can meet other regular players to team up with on the course.
