Scams Targeting Older Adults Presentation
Wednesday, April 19th at 10:00am
Michelle Bourdeau, Educational Foundation Director of the Better Business Bureau® Foundation of CT, will be here to discuss steps you can take to protect yourself from scams and fraud that tend to target older adults. Unfortunately, we live in a world where deceptive measures through scams and fraud are so prevalent, it is necessary to be armed with information, tips and pointers. Be prepared and don’t become a victim!
Sign up at Reception if you will be attending.
New to Medicare Presentation
Monday, April 10th at 9:30am
Join us! Laura Crews, Director of Benefits Access from Senior Resources Agency on Aging will be here to give an overview of Medicare and what you should know if you are new to Medicare.
Topics Discussed: • Medicare Parts A,B,C and D • Enrollment – How and When? • Medicare Options
Sign up at Reception if you will be attending.
Are You Ready To Quit Smoking Virtual Program
Classes Begin Tuesday, March 14th at 6:30 p.m.
A 7-Week virtual program to help you become tobacco-free!
The American Lung Association’s Freedom From Smoking® program is designed to give you the support you need in a comfortable, confidential setting offered virtually via ZOOM. Get assistance in preparing to quit using tobacco, taking that first step to quit, and helping you not return to tobacco use. This program also helps you prioritize other healthy behaviors that support a tobacco-free lifestyle.
This program is being offered by Uncas Health District and is open to anyone who lives or works in Southeastern Connecticut. This program is FREE and includes FREE nicotine replacement therapy.
Register by March 10th Contact Carolyn Wilson
(860) 400-2072 carolynwilsonwellness@gmail.com
Dementia & Caregiving Series
Mondays in April 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Join us for this free 4-week series presented by Kristine Johnson, Dementia Specialist from Hartford Healthcare Center for Healthy Aging. Are you caring for someone with dementia? Do you want to learn more about the progression of the disease and helpful communication tips? Would you like to be able to recognize common behaviors and know how to respond?
April 3rd – Overview of Dementia
April 10th – Basics of Communication and Understanding Behaviors
April 17th – Safety and How to Structure Daily Activities
April 24th – Taking Care of the Caregiver and Care Options
Participants are encouraged to attend all 4 sessions but it is not required. A question and answer period will be included each week. Community Recourses available to you will be discussed.
Sign up at Reception for each week you will be attending.
Creative Arts Group
Meets Mondays at 10:00am
Group lead by Kerri Redner, LCSW, RYT, C-MI
This group meets weekly and will focus on music, movement (in chair), writing and art. Each week different music is played to help guide a creative activity. New participants welcome!
If interested, please call (860) 889-5960 to register with Kerri.