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Jennifer Prell, Founder and President of Elderwerks is available to you on Tuesday mornings starting March 9th Have a question, concern, or just need a little guidance? Join Jennifer in a safe environment using the same link every week. Stop in for a 15 minute chat to get your aging questions answered. Come & go […]
Join us to learn about the importance of incorporating laughter into the management of your arthritis. David M. Jacobson, a licensed clinical social worker and certified humor professional will lead a discussion on the benefits of therapeutic humor.
Free Continuing Education Event! March 31, 2021 | 11am-12:15pm CST EARN 1 CEU CREDIT: Caregiving from a Distance During a Health Crisis: How to Guide Families Oasis Senior Advisors is happy to announce that we are sponsoring a live interactive webinar for continuing education credits for Social Workers & Certified Case Managers through Jenerations Health […]
How would you like to make Happiness a Habit? Learn the secrets to being a happy individual Understand why the human brain struggles with happiness Tips for how to increase happiness in your life Register prior to 3/31 and receive a Complimentary Happiness Care Package! Cooper's Hawk Gift Set will be raffled at the end […]
We know that being a caregiver can be stressful. This program is for family caregivers of people with chronic illness or dementia. The program is a researched-based program that will teach stress management techniques and relaxation and coping strategies for the caregiver. The Caregivers Stress Busters program is a 90- minute group session that is […]
First Tuesday of the month at 9:00 AM Central Time Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85245304936 Meeting ID: 852 4530 4936 Passcode: 357634 Phone Call: 312.626.6799
Every week on Thursdays Zoom Meeting Contact Mike@seniorsbluebook.com for the time and link.
Caring for a family member is an exhausting, overwhelming experience. We often equate a caregiving experience with compassion fatigue. Certainly, family caregivers get tired of feeling compassion for themselves and their carees. They also experience fatigue as it relates to coping, supporting, deciding and adjusting. During this live one-hour presentation and discussion, you’ll identify which […]
By Appointment Only* Area healthcare professionals, senior service providers, and community partners are invited to kick off their week with small group networking opportunities, a community tour, and themed discussions. Our focus in April 2021: "Umbrella Terms" within the industry that have the potential to confuse clients and impact their care decisions. We're motivated to […]
This 9-week, evidence-based, fall prevention program is now available virtually! Join us as we "Spring" into action!
Celebrate National Deep-Dish Pizza Day with us at Avenida Naperville! Come visit our resort-style 62+ active adult apartment community for a tour on April 5 between 4:30- 6:30pm and pick up a Lou Malnati's pizza to take home. RSVP to 630-995-3173 by April 2. Space is limited as we are adhering to CDC and local […]
Chicago Chapter Meeting Zoom Opens at 8:30 am Register through the link below to receive the log in information. https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqcu6pqjsiG9LiyzQ1WSA7-7ZL66LaFTjT
Join Elderwerks and Barrington Behavioral Health and Wellness for a FREE virtual Book Club to read and share “The Gift of Years” by Joan Chittister. Together we will discuss getting older gracefully, cherishing the blessings of aging, and accepting its challenges. We will read each chapter together. Don’t be shy. All are welcome. Enjoy good conversation […]
Jennifer Prell, Founder and President of Elderwerks is available to you on Tuesday mornings starting March 9th Have a question, concern, or just need a little guidance? Join Jennifer in a safe environment using the same link every week. Stop in for a 15 minute chat to get your aging questions answered. Come & go […]
Monthly zoom meeting Request to join meeting via email: NorthsideAARPCommunityGroup@gmail.com All are welcome at our meetings. Chicago Northside AARP Community Group https://aarpnorthsidecommunitygroup.com/ We always meet the first Tuesday of the month, 12:30 pm. This is the only AARP group on the North Side Send a request to receive joining info for the meeting to mailto:northsideaarpcommunitygroup@gmail.com
Mary Garcia will teach this 4 week class and you will learn some basic Tai Chi forms.
This 3 week program will give you tips and tricks to take awesome pictures with your phone.
Join the staff at Heritage Woods of Gurnee for an "April Showers Bring May Flowers" Meet & Greet of our new Administrator, Tammy Copano, on Tuesday, April 7 from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Come spin the wheel to win umbrellas, mugs, and a variety of other prizes. RSVP to Kathy Breen at marketing@hw-gurnee-slf.com or 847-623-6300.
We know that being a caregiver can be stressful. This program is for family caregivers of people with chronic illness or dementia. The program is a researched-based program that will teach stress management techniques and relaxation and coping strategies for the caregiver. The Caregivers Stress Busters program is a 90- minute group session that is […]
Watch the movie in advance and join us for a discussion, movie trivia and photos!
Every week on Thursdays Zoom Meeting Contact Mike@seniorsbluebook.com for the time and link.
This online safety program will be presented in Spanish, each week we will cover a different topic including Catfishing/Romance scams, Charity scams, Gift card scams, Phone Safety and Social Media
Join us for two days and 12 hours of workshops to gain insights into how your resilience can help you navigate difficult days. Worshops include: Developing Your Resilience Plan Enhancing Resilience through Flow The Upward Spiral of Resilience Living and Caregiving in the Present Moment Hope for Your Caregiving Season: 3 Rs to Holding on […]
The group will determine what they would like to learn about in coming session(s). Join us on April 9 to learn about pins and other options on Zoom.
Read the book ahead of time and we will discuss. April's book: The Mysterious Affair at Styles by Agatha Christie. Book is available at Grayslake Library (Catholic Charities Senior Book Club), through your local library or through Hoopla.
Join us for two days and 12 hours of workshops to gain insights into how your resilience can help you navigate difficult days. Worshops include: Developing Your Resilience Plan Enhancing Resilience through Flow The Upward Spiral of Resilience Living and Caregiving in the Present Moment Hope for Your Caregiving Season: 3 Rs to Holding on […]
By Appointment Only* Area healthcare professionals, senior service providers, and community partners are invited to kick off their week with small group networking opportunities, a community tour, and themed discussions. Our focus in April 2021: "Umbrella Terms" within the industry that have the potential to confuse clients and impact their care decisions. We're motivated to […]
This 9-week, evidence-based, fall prevention program is now available virtually! Join us as we "Spring" into action!
Lake/McHenry Chapter meetings are the second Tuesday of every month. We will be holding all meetings via Zoom through 2021. We hope to see you on our screens! Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83690170204 Meeting ID: 836 9017 0204 One tap mobile +13126266799,,83690170204# US (Chicago) +13017158592,,83690170204# US (Germantown) Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 […]
Jennifer Prell, Founder and President of Elderwerks is available to you on Tuesday mornings starting March 9th Have a question, concern, or just need a little guidance? Join Jennifer in a safe environment using the same link every week. Stop in for a 15 minute chat to get your aging questions answered. Come & go […]
Kankakee Iroquois Livingston Chapter Meeting 9:30 am Location: Zoom Meeting, email will be sent out Contact Rebecca Parks at rparks@rhc.net, Amy Gorecki at agorecki@rhc.net or Kayli Lavelle at klavelle@alz.org with any questions.
Mary Garcia will teach this 4 week class and you will learn some basic Tai Chi forms.
In the U.S., at least 40 million individuals care for a family member or friend. Chances are, your clients, customers, employees and worshippers currently care for a parent, spouse, child, grandparent or sibling with a chronic illness or disability. A caregiving experience is a unique one because of its challenging situations, difficult emotions and heartbreaking […]
Right to Die, Who Has the Final Say? April 14, 2021, 12 pm - 1 pm During this interesting presentation, Judy will review the historical perspective of death and the complicated process of dying in America. She will discuss the legislation which sparked the debate and created a framework for end-of-life decision making. The concept […]
This group meets twice a month and covers the basics of Zoom. Topics include camara, mocrophone and other basics
This program developed by the University of Illinois Extension helps you to engage in all kinds of interactive puzzles and games, and learn what you can do in your daily life to keep your brain healthy.
Every week on Thursdays Zoom Meeting Contact Mike@seniorsbluebook.com for the time and link.
Zoom Powerpoint Presentation explaining what Advance Directives are, how to choose the right agents, and what needs to be considered in making agent choices. How to have the difficult conversation with loved ones expressing end of life wishes. It also includes information regarding tools to help one think and then decide what they value regarding […]
In the field of senior care, the reading abilities of people living with cognitive changes have been severely under-estimated, even ignored. By exploring the reading process, we discover how to bring the joy of reading back to those who can no longer read typical books, magazines, and newspapers. Age and dementia-friendly reading material, with its […]
Let's paint some pinecones and make them look like zinnias! RSVP by April 9 to receive a kit. Items you will need include a pinecone, paint brush, acrylic paints, water and a paper towel.
Each month we invite an author to read from their novel or short story. This month, C.H. Armstrong will be reading from her novel "The Edge of Nowhere". Discussion and questions will follow the reading.
The Chicago Chapter hosts monthly mid-month check-in zoom calls from 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm. The call is just a quick go around to say hello, share updated news, and "see" how everybody is doing. Sometimes we have random little games to get to know each other better. Register in advance for this meeting: After […]
By Appointment Only* Area healthcare professionals, senior service providers, and community partners are invited to kick off their week with small group networking opportunities, a community tour, and themed discussions. Our focus in April 2021: "Umbrella Terms" within the industry that have the potential to confuse clients and impact their care decisions. We're motivated to […]
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention can help to improve movement, balance, strength, flexibilty, immunity and relaxation. It can decrease pain and falls, increase stability and provide an opportunity for socialization.
This 9-week, evidence-based, fall prevention program is now available virtually! Join us as we "Spring" into action!
Office IL COC is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: ALPHA Chapter - Interim Monthly Meeting - Different Day Topic: Great networking – breakout room discussion – “What new ways did you find to have “fun” during the pandemic….” Reminder: Please bring/invite a new friend and have a chance to win an Amazon […]
Join Elderwerks and Barrington Behavioral Health and Wellness for a FREE virtual Book Club to read and share “The Gift of Years” by Joan Chittister. Together we will discuss getting older gracefully, cherishing the blessings of aging, and accepting its challenges. We will read each chapter together. Don’t be shy. All are welcome. Enjoy good conversation […]
South Chicago Meeting 11:00 am We are going to meet in person and virtually! We will meet April 20th @ 11am at Evergreen Park FD and on Zoom. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84635995472 Meeting ID: 846 3599 5472 Passcode: 455749 One tap mobile +13126266799,,84635995472#,,,,*455749# US (Chicago)
Jennifer Prell, Founder and President of Elderwerks is available to you on Tuesday mornings starting March 9th Have a question, concern, or just need a little guidance? Join Jennifer in a safe environment using the same link every week. Stop in for a 15 minute chat to get your aging questions answered. Come & go […]
Check-in Time: 8:40-8:45 am Start Time: 8:45 am NW METRO Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkce-sqTojGda4pGFO5K5gt9XaNvHgDDYX NW Metro Chapter Updates: 8:45-8:50 am NW Metro Membership Introductions: 8:50-9:00 am Break-out Sessions: 9:00-9:45am Event Sharing: 9:45am End: 10:00 am **PLEASE REGISTER A DAY OR TWO PRIOR TO ENSURE YOU DO NOT HAVE TECHNICAL ISSUES. CONTACT MARK RANTIS IF YOU ARE […]
Mary Garcia will teach this 4 week class and you will learn some basic Tai Chi forms.
The COVID-19 crisis has reinforced the vulnerabilities of older adults, people with disabilities, and direct care workers while sparking a renewed discussion on these populations. Why has this pandemic placed at risk so people in nursing homes and across the aging and long-term care system? How has a history of racial and gender injustice exacerbated […]
This program meets twice a month and covers the Zoom basics. This session's topic - How to Host Your Own Zoom Meeting
We know that being a caregiver can be stressful. This program is for family caregivers of people with chronic illness or dementia. The program is a researched-based program that will teach stress management techniques and relaxation and coping strategies for the caregiver. The Caregivers Stress Busters program is a 90- minute group session that is […]
Every week on Thursdays Zoom Meeting Contact Mike@seniorsbluebook.com for the time and link.
In a time where we continue to live longer and live healthier lives, it is time to reconsider what retirement and aging really means and how to break free from those stereotypes to live our best lives. RSVP to Stephanie Henneken 630.674.2724 shenneken@charterpoplarcreek.com by 4/20/21 Presented by Colleen Ceh Becvar 1 credit hour will be […]
Join us to listen to calming music and color. RSVP to receive a packet of coloring pages or feel free to use the coloring pages that you already have.
Medicare can be confusing. Robin Dawson of Medicare Solutions Network will present a free educational webinar on what Medicare covers, what it doesn’t, and your potential out of pocket exposure. We’ll discuss Supplements, Advantage Plans, Part D Prescription Coverage, and cost saving strategies for the years ahead. Advanced Registration is NOT required. Zoom event can […]
By Appointment Only* Area healthcare professionals, senior service providers, and community partners are invited to kick off their week with small group networking opportunities, a community tour, and themed discussions. Our focus in April 2021: "Umbrella Terms" within the industry that have the potential to confuse clients and impact their care decisions. We're motivated to […]
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention can help to improve movement, balance, strength, flexibilty, immunity and relaxation. It can decrease pain and falls, increase stability and provide an opportunity for socialization.
This 9-week, evidence-based, fall prevention program is now available virtually! Join us as we "Spring" into action!
Medicare can be confusing. Medicare Solutions Network will present a free educational webinar on what Medicare covers, what it doesn’t, and your potential out of pocket exposure. We’ll discuss Supplements, Advantage Plans, Part D Prescription Coverage, and cost saving strategies for the years ahead. Advanced Registration is required. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0MYesB4nRNSSBRy17hFVpg A unique zoom meeting link will […]
Jennifer Prell, Founder and President of Elderwerks is available to you on Tuesday mornings starting March 9th Have a question, concern, or just need a little guidance? Join Jennifer in a safe environment using the same link every week. Stop in for a 15 minute chat to get your aging questions answered. Come & go […]
Mary Garcia will teach this 4 week class and you will learn some basic Tai Chi forms.
This limited program will meet once a month and we will learn some sign basics including the alphabet, phrases and words.
We know that being a caregiver can be stressful. This program is for family caregivers of people with chronic illness or dementia. The program is a researched-based program that will teach stress management techniques and relaxation and coping strategies for the caregiver. The Caregivers Stress Busters program is a 90- minute group session that is […]
Every week on Thursdays Zoom Meeting Contact Mike@seniorsbluebook.com for the time and link.
This online safety program will be presented in Spanish, each week we will cover a different topic including Catfishing/Romance scams, Charity scams, Gift card scams, Phone Safety and Social Media
Grab your shoes, chair and water and let's boogie to some oldies! It doesn't matter how well you dance, it's just important that we move! Feel free to disco or cha cha in your chair!
