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Activities Guidelines

Activity Guidelines

Board Game Night

Chair: Mayuri Desai
Co-Chair: Hansa Shah

Objective Introduce group members to play various board games ranging from quick and simple games like Blank Slate, Fuzzy Logic, Hues and Cues, Tapple, Sushi. Go to strategic games like Ticket to Ride, Catan, Trekking the World, Wavelength, Rummikub, etc. to name a few. The main purpose is to expose group members to different board games so they can decide if this is an interesting hobby for them.
Plan Game nights to be hosted monthly in small and large group settings. Small groups can be hosted at homes on a rotational basis. Larger groups to be hosted at clubhouse, park or other venues if available. In large group settings, multiple tables will be set up and each group at a table will be playing a different game. Rules to play the game will be explained and help will be provided during the games as well. Some of the games can be played by 4-6 people and some games can be played by 10-20 people. We have wide selection of games available and you are welcome to bring your own games as well.
Key Benefits
  • Playing board games brings people closer, strengthens relationships, and can help you meet new people.
  • Playing is exercise for your brain. Playing stimulates brain areas that are responsible for memory formation and complex thought processes for all ages. Engaging in play assists in practicing essential cognitive skills, such as decision making, higher level strategic thinking, and problem solving.
  • Playing board games is great for reducing stress and makes for laughter. A side effect of board game playing is laughter. Also, laughing and having a good time in general helps to decrease stress.
  • Playing board games creates more happiness. Playing board games triggers the release of endorphins, the body’s natural “feel-good” chemicals. “Happy hormones” have the power to improve conscious and unconscious mind functions, leaving a person feeling cheerful, compassionate, and ultimately content.
Venue Group members homes, park, club house, community center, etc.
Frequency MontMonthly in the afternoon.
Cost Free
Meals Simple snacks or meals after the event.
Participant Number Start with small group events (up to 10) and expand to larger group events (40-50 people) depending on interest and and venue capacity.

Bollywood Dancing

Chair: Bhairavi Doshi
Co-Chair: Jayshree Patel

Objective To create a joyful space where members can express themselves and stay active.
Plan Five minutes warmup with rhythmic stretching, 50 minutes of choreographed routines to the latest Bollywood hits, 5 minutes cool down.
Key Benefits Body workout, improved cardio, coordination, flexibility, and stress relief.
Venue My Home
Frequency Once a Month
Cost Free
Meals No meals needed. Participants will bring their own water bottle and wear comfortable clothes.
Participant Number 10-15 people.

Caring Hands-Outreach Programs

Co-Chairs: Bhakti Desai,
Manali Brahmbhatt, Jayshree Patel

Objective Outreach Programs and Volunteering
Plan

For Outreach Programs: Identify opportunities for Volunteering:

  • Recruit Volunteers
  • Describe Roles and Responsibilities
  • Follow safety protocols
  • Recognize and acknowledge contribution by Volunteers.
Key Benefits
  • Help grow the group with outreach programs.
  • Volunteering: Help during various activities/events and make each event a success.
Venue As planned by the various groups.
Frequency
  • Outreach: As identified
  • Volunteering: As and when needed, for example: Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc.
Cost Cost will be identified when Outreach programs are defined/Planned and there will be no cost involved for volunteering.
Meals Will be provided to volunteers
Participant Number Numbers will be determined for each event.

Day Trip

Chair: Surekha Patel
Co-Chair: Indira Patel

Objective
  • Encourages social connections. Create opportunities for senior gatherings to socialize, build friendships and reduce feelings of loneliness. Build knowledge and learn to educate about places visited.
  • Promote well-being and joy. Offer a relaxed enjoyable outing that supports mental and physical health.
  • Provide safe and accessible travel. To ensure a well-planned, comfortable and suitable trip for senior mobility and energy level. Light walking.
  • Stimulate the mind and curiosity.
  • Create meaningful memories. Give seniors an activity to look forward to and build memories to share.
  • Stress free experience.
Plan Organized Day trip. Transportation and logistics by train, bus or car.
Key Benefits Great social gathering to connect with people of the same age.
Venue Selected local places, cities, beaches, historic sites, theaters, concerts, casinos etc.
Frequency Once a year
Cost Depending on the number of participants and place we choose to visit.
Meals TBD Brown bag, coffee shops, lunch and or dinner.
Participant Number Number of guests 20-25 Individual forms will need to be filled out prior to the trip.

Dharm Dosti

Chairs: Anima Desai, Geeta Matani,
Sonia Siddhu, Manali Brahmbhatt
Co-Chairs: Anjali Sagdeo, Surekha Patel,
Anju Patel, Bhakti Desai, Bhairavi Doshi, Chandra Shah, Gita Desai, Gita Matani, Hansa Shah, Jayshree Patel, Manali Brahmbhatt, Mayuri Desai, Sarla Kansara, Usha Shah

Objective Hindu value, cultural heritage, spiritual wisdom having a strong voice & community engagement promote political awareness, leadership, and representation while advocating for issues that impact Hindus in USA.
Plan Join with parent group for impactful campaigns to influence policies that promote religious freedoms, cultural understanding, and justice.
Key Benefits Address our community’s concerns by raising awareness and advocating for Hinduism while recognizing our contributions to America.
Venue TBD By Parent Organization
Frequency TBD By Parent Organization
Cost $15 and up
Meals Depending on the Event & Time
Participant Number Participation to support Parent Organization by all Board Members & Committee Chairs is highly encouraged.

Fun Trivia and Game Night

Chair: Usha Shah

Objective To keep our minds active, healthy, engaged and cheerful via interesting, stimulating and fun games played as group activities.
Plan
  • The game events could be organized as a part of larger events such as picnics or holiday parties.
  • We could organize a special game night with activities that promote group fun, unity and participation.
  • Depending on the interest and availability of people, we could organize more periodic game nights so participants can continue to stay in touch and avoid isolation and loneliness. That way people can maintain a healthy cheerful mind and positive attitude.
Key Benefits
  • Promoting Group participation and unity
  • Promoting interaction with Individual and group fun activitiess
  • Maintaining and improving mental and physical health
  • Overcome isolation and loneliness
  • Help to keep positive attitude and cheerful mind
Venue
  • Could be part of picnics or other events
  • Special Game nights at venue to be decided
  • Depending on number and interest of participants venue to be determined
Frequency Depending on interest and number of participants, could be from 3 to 5 times per year.
Cost To be determined
Meals Depending on the larger event and to be determined
Participant Number To be determined

Healthy Cooking

Chair: Sarla Kansara

Objective Awareness on healthy eating with a balanced diet which supports heart health, bone health and can be energizing.
Plan

15-30 minutes talk on a balanced and healthy diet by a wellness specialist (holistic or naturopath).

Cooking demonstrations and bringing or catering healthy dishes to share

Create a meal that feels:

  • Nourishing
  • Colorful
  • Light and energizing
  • Easy to share
Key Benefits Learn simple, tasty, and affordable ways to cook meals that support heart health, bone strength, energy, and independence. When you are cooking and sharing together, it will be beneficial for improving social connections and emotional wellbeing.
Venue TBD mostly park or backyard
Frequency Once a year
Cost $10-$15/ per person if guests bring food for 10-15 people, otherwise more if catered.
Meals TBD Brown bag, coffee shops, lunch and or dinner.
Participant Number Number of guests 20-25

Health: Fit For Life

Chair: Anjali Sagdeo
Co-chair: Chandra Shah

Objective provide accessible, evidence-based medical education that supports healthy aging, preventive care, and informed health decisions for adults aged 50+. The program also aims to foster social connection and community in a comfortable, respectful environment.
Plan

Host educational events featuring qualified healthcare professionals (physicians, therapists, dietitians, psychologists, etc.)

Each session includes:

  • 30 to 40 minutes medical talk
  • Moderated Q&A/discussion
  • Social time around a shared meal
  • Topics focus on health issues relevant to midlife and older adults (e.g., heart health, bone health, menopause, brain health, mobility, nutrition, mental well-being).
  • Maintain a non-commercial, educational focus.
Key Benefits
  • Improves health literacy
  • Encourages preventive care and early intervention
  • Promotes self-adding vocacy in medical decision-making
  • Reduces isolation by building peer connections
  • Provides trusted access to medical expertise in a relaxed setting.
Venue
  • Community center, private dining room in a restaurant, club venue, or suitable home setting
  • Should be comfortable, quiet, well-lit, and accessible with convenient parking
Frequency
  • Twice per year
  • Weekend lunch, teatime, or early dinner preferred for convenience and attendance
Cost
  • Ticket price covers cost of food only
  • No profit motive
  • Optional honorarium for speakers if feasible
Meals
  • Lunch, light dinner, or teatime refreshments depending on event timing
  • Simple, balanced meal options preferred
  • Consider dietary needs (vegetarian, diabetic-friendly, low-salt options)
Participant Number
  • Ideal size: 15–40 attendees
  • (Large enough for diversity of discussion, small enough to remain interactive.)

Mystic Rhythm, Movements & Harmony

Chair: Anjana Patel
Co-Chair Jayshree Patel

Objective East Asian practice, that gets you out of the house and moving your body. It’s a very light and slow movement that requires you to stand in one place with slow arm and leg control. It improves balance, builds strength and flexibility, supports heart health and decreases chronic pain.
Plan
  • Sign up at least 2 days before the date of class.
  • Arrive 5 minutes before class begins in comfortable clothing, and shoes - be mindful of the weather, we will be outside.
  • Bring your water bottle
  • Prepare to listen and actively participate with the instructor leading the class.
  • After class, spend one hour enjoying a small brunch together
Key Benefits Socializing while improving mental and physical health.
Venue Anjana’s backyard or at a park.
Frequency Once a month 50/60 minutes class.
Cost $10 per person (depending on cost of instructor).
Meals Brunch and drink to be provided.
Participant Number Up to 20-25 people sign up.

Nature walks, Hikes & Picnics

Chair: Gita Desai

Objective
  • Boosts mood, being in nature reduces stress and anxiety.
  • Improves physical health, Fresh air, exercise and vitamin D
  • Increases energy, Recharge and refresh your mind and body.
  • Connect you with nature, appreciate beauty around you.
  • Clears your mind.
Plan Relating hiking with picnic sounds perfect combination We can plan ahead according to trail condition and weather. Dress accordingly with shoes and sun protection. Water, first-aid kit and phone is required.
Key Benefits Hiking with friends, meet new people, explore scenic views.
Venue There are some great hiking trails listed on google. We can decide at the time of organizing.
Frequency Once in 3 months depending on other activities and interest.
Cost 15$+ per person
Meals We can pack some sandwiches, fruits, refreshments and carry water bottles, Gatorade or other energy drinks with us.
Participant Number Open for all the members.

Sip, Create & Connect

Chair: Sonia B Sidhu
Co-Chairs: TBD

Objective Provide a fun and relaxing opportunity for members to connect, socialize, and express their creativity through simple hands-on crafts.
Plan
  • Welcome & refreshments
  • Guided craft activities
  • Socializing and sharing creations
  • Group photo and wrap-up
Key Benefits
  • Encourages creativity
  • Builds friendships and community
  • Promotes relaxation and well-being
  • Creates a sense of accomplishment
Venue TBD
Frequency TBD
Cost $50 and up
Meals Snack, Drinks and Craft supplies
Participant Number Open to VV members
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