{"id":11312,"date":"2022-03-11T11:34:21","date_gmt":"2022-03-11T09:34:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aurala.fi\/clubs-for-seniors"},"modified":"2025-11-04T10:00:39","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T08:00:39","slug":"clubs-for-seniors","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aurala.fi\/en\/clubs-for-seniors","title":{"rendered":"Clubs for Seniors"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_background&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image=&#8221;6459&#8243; bg_position=&#8221;left top&#8221; background_image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_repeat=&#8221;no-repeat&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;12%&#8221; constrain_group_1=&#8221;yes&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;12%&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; enable_gradient=&#8221;true&#8221; color_overlay=&#8221;#000000&#8243; advanced_gradient_angle=&#8221;0&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_divider_height=&#8221;250&#8243; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;waves&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Clubs for Seniors&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h1|font_size:8vh|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff|line_height:1.1&#8243; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;5%&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;toiminta&#8221; advanced_gradient_angle=&#8221;0&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;padding-3-percent&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;right&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; advanced_gradient_angle=&#8221;0&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2>Club Activities for Seniors<\/h2>\n<p>Aurala&#8217;s senior work organizes several clubs led by both peer instructors and paid instructors. Club activities are part of the living room activities, meaning participation is free and open to everyone. Clubs also meet outside Aurala&#8217;s premises.  <\/p>\n<p>Club activities are a great way to get out of the house and find something meaningful to do to brighten your day, especially if you live alone. Often, the activity itself may become secondary, with the main focus being on seeing and being with other people. <\/p>\n<p>For more information about Aurala&#8217;s senior clubs, you can contact Hanne: <a href=\"mailto:hanne.makinen@aurala.fi\">hanne.makinen@aurala.fi<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/+358503167784\">050 316 7784<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;9539&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; animation_easing=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;5%&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2>Groups Meeting at Aurala:<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][toggles style=&#8221;minimal&#8221;][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;AURALAN PARLIAMENT&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<strong>4.8. starting Mondays from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM <\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Aurora Hall, Satakunnantie 10<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Discussion in a good spirit. The parliament meets on Mondays to discuss interesting news topics of the week. The topics are decided by the group itself. The group operates under the guidance of a peer leader.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;MUSIC CLUB&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<b>4.9. starting Thursdays from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>Aurora Hall, Satakunnantie 10<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activities are brainstormed and planned together with the participants. Expect good company and fun activities with music. We listen to music, share thoughts about music, and enjoy the vibes. You don&#8217;t need to know how to sing or play an instrument, just enjoy music. The group is led by Sari Lohva.    <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;SENIORS&#039; EVENING LOUNGE&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<b>4.9. starting Thursdays from 5:15 PM to 6:45 PM<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>Institute Building, Louhenpolku 3<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Activities are brainstormed and planned together with the participants. Expect at least good company and activities like quizzes. Don&#8217;t stay alone, join the group! The group is led by Elsa Rannikko.   <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;SENIOR SINGLES 60+ (SESI)&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<b>15.8. starting Fridays from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><b>Aurora Hall, Satakunnantie 10<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This active group meets on Fridays at Aurala and on other days elsewhere. We do familiar things, come up with and implement new ones, and get involved in many activities. There is no set program; we plan and do what we find meaningful. Not everyone has to participate in everything (thankfully), but everyone will surely find something that suits them. Seize the opportunity and join us, no obligations \u2013 just a playful spirit!    <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][\/toggles][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;5%&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221; advanced_gradient_angle=&#8221;0&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;padding-3-percent&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;right&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; advanced_gradient_angle=&#8221;0&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Senior Lounge&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:8vh|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff|line_height:1.1&#8243; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Senior Lounge is an activity designed by seniors themselves in their own residential area, carried out in community rooms or other suitable shared spaces.<\/p>\n<p>Activities can include coffee gatherings, crafts, exercise, discussions, music, or anything the participants come up with. There is always a guide present to welcome you, making it easy to join the group even if you don&#8217;t know anyone in advance. <\/p>\n<div>\n<p><strong>Join the ongoing groups around the city!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In the autumn season of 2024, two new groups will start:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Senior Lounge Skanssi Group (starting 9.9.)<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Mondays from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>YH Homes Common Room, Skanssinkatu 24<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Coffee and conversation, joy and information, knowledge and activities. Come see what it all can include! <\/p>\n<p>Scheduled visits:<br \/>\n28.10. Turku Region Respiratory Association presents its activities<br \/>\n18.11. SOS Children&#8217;s Village&#8217;s Granny and Grandpa&#8217;s Cottage presents its activities<br \/>\n<strong>Aurala&#8217;s Evening Group (starting 12.9.)<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Thursdays from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Aurala&#8217;s Living Room, Louhenpolku 3<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We play cards and board games, have discussions, and maybe also have coffee. Above all, there is company and entertainment available. Don&#8217;t stay home alone, join the easy-going group.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Groups that started in spring 2024, where new participants are always welcome:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Music Club <\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Thursdays from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Aurala&#8217;s Living Room, Satakunnantie 10 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Activities are brainstormed and planned together with the participants. Expect good company and fun activities with music. We listen to music, share thoughts about music, and enjoy the vibes. You don&#8217;t need to know how to sing or play an instrument. You can also just come to chat and have coffee whenever it suits you.    <\/p>\n<p><strong>Wednesday Club <\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Wednesdays from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Laustee Neighborhood Lounge, Kirjurinkatu 3<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Activities are brainstormed and planned together with the participants. Expect at least coffee and quizzes, maybe also card games, crafts, music, or even local trips. You can also just come to chat and have coffee whenever it suits you.  <\/p>\n<p>See the autumn program <a href=\"https:\/\/aurala.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2.jpg\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Activity Thursdays<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Thursdays from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Kupittaankatu Lounge, Kupittaankatu 63<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Activities are brainstormed and planned together with the participants. Coffee is available every time, but in addition, we might play bingo, have quizzes, sing, or even do crafts. You can also just come to chat and have coffee whenever it suits you.  <\/p>\n<p>See the autumn program <a href=\"https:\/\/aurala.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/1.jpg\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Daisies<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Every first Wednesday of the month<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>At Aurala&#8217;s Living Room from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A group for seniors and those over 50 belonging to sexual and gender minorities.<\/p>\n<p>The meetings are peer-supportive and a safe space where topics important to the participants are discussed with trust and respect for each other. Activities are also planned together. The activities are free and do not require prior registration. The group is led by peer instructor Maria. 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