Fall 2024

UNDERSTANDING ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA SERIES | 50+ YRS Join others in learning how to navigate Alzheimer’s & Dementia disease processes in this special series. The goal is to provide care and support to those affected with these challenging diagnoses. Both those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s & Dementia and their caregivers welcome. DEMENTIA CONVERSATIONS Alzheimer’s Association® EXPLORING CARE AND SUPPORT SERVICES Alzheimer’s Association®

This course gives caregivers tips and strategies for having difficult - but important - conversations about driving, visiting the doctor and legal and financial planning. 553662 A 10-11 am Tu 9/10 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free | Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™ BUILDING FOUNDATIONS OF CAREGIVING Alzheimer’s Association® Building Foundations of Caregiving explores the role of caregiver and changes they may experience, building a support team and managing caregiver stress. 553663 A 10-11 am Tu 10/8 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204

Exploring Care and Support Services examines how best to prepare for future care decisions and changes, including respite care, residential care and end-of life care. 553665 A 10-11 am Tu 12/10 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free | Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™ MEMORY MASTER: STRATEGIES FOR THE AGING BRAIN Nicole Link, Speech-Language Pathologist (M.A., CCC-SLP) and Certified Transformational Nutrition Coach (CTNC) Join Nicole Link, as she explores all aspects of memory and the aging brain, including myths, prevention strategies, mindset shifts and self-management techniques. Participants strive to understand the benefits of exercise, diet/nutrition, connection/ relationships, sleep hygiene and positive mindset on memory function. Learn both internal and external resources for memory enhancement. This two-part series is for anyone that wants to learn more about memory and those that are looking for ways to enrich and enhance the aging brain. Part I 553668 A 9-10 am Th 9/5-9/26 Part II 553668 B 9-10 am Th 10/3-10/24 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 $5 O 4 sessions

Free | Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™ SUPPORTING INDEPENDENCE Alzheimer’s Association®

Supporting Independence focuses on helping the person living with dementia take part in daily activities, providing the right amount of support and balancing safety and independence while managing expectations. 553664 A 10-11 am Tu 11/12 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free | Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™

WELLNESS JOURNEY SERIES | 50+ YRS Join others in the journey to a healthier lifestyle with Wellness Journey. This program features educational speakers over a variety of health and wellness topics. Water and light snacks provided at each program. Advance registration required. RESTORATIVE REST TheKey This session reviews the science of sleep, common sleep challenges in Older Adults, the art of sleep hygiene, myths and misconceptions and practice tools and tips. 553401 A 10-11 am Tu 9/3 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free | Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™ SUCCESSFUL LIVING AS YOU JOURNEY INTO RETIREMENT Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber THE SECRET WEAPON FOR FIGHTING FRAILTY: STRENGTH TRAINING FOR OLDER ADULTS! Dr. Mandi Fetters-Vonderhaar, Physical Therapist with Affiliate Physical Therapy Strength training is our secret weapon to prevent and treat osteoporosis, arthritis, heart and vascular disease, reduce the risk of falling, to age well and extend your life. However, it can be intimidating to start and feel confident that you are being safe. In this session, attendees learn the benefits of strength training, and gain confidence in when and how much to lift safely. Don’t feel intimidated by strength training, learn how any exercise can be adapted to you, so that you can prevent physical, social and mental frailty! Wear clothes and shoes you can move in, as we introduce strength training adaptable for all levels during this session. 553402 A 9-10 am W 10/2 Senior Center Bldg 1, Rm 104 Free | Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™ The expression “journey into retirement” is a curious one - if retirement is a journey, how do you avoid the potholes and live your best life? At this Wellness Journey discussion, Joel Wrobbel presents an engaging talk and shares several tips and insights about whole-person wellness in your retirement years. 553403 A 10-11 am Tu 11/5 Senior Center Bldg 2, Rm 204 Free | Free SilverSneakers®/RenewActive™

FITNESS & WELLNESS

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