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ThuMar26

Fall Prevention: How to Reduce your Risk

Thursday, March 26 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Goodyear Recreation Center

No matter what age you are, a fall can seriously affect your quality of life. Come and learn about simple strategies to reduce your risk with the team from Wall 2 Wall Sports & Rehab.

WedApr08

Understanding Medicare

Wednesday, April 8 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
American Lutheran Church

Medicare can be complex and confusing. At this seminar, Deborah Bates, Owner & Educator at Bates Retirement Services will discuss how and when to enroll in Medicare, what Medicare does and doesn’t cover, and the pros and cons of Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplemental insurance.

TueMar03

Meaningful Connections: Using Improvisation with People Living with Dementia

Tuesday, March 3 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Desert Palms Presbyterian Church

Learn how to interpret and respond to behavioral expressions, using personalized strategies to improve connections and the well-being of people with dementia. Explore the transformative power of improvisation in dementia caregiving. Gain practical tools to enrich communication with your loved one, deepen your bond and reduce stress.

WedMar04

Understanding the Signs of Dementia

Wednesday, March 4 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Grand Community Baptist Church

It can be difficult to know what to do if you’ve noticed changes in yourself or a family member or friend- particularly changes related to memory loss, thinking or behavior. Learn the difference between normal memory changes and the changes that happen with dementia, how dementia progresses, and when it’s time to get help. This presentation is offered by Hospice of the Valley.

TueMar10

What is In-Home Care? Understanding Options for Support at Home

Tuesday, March 10 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am
United Church of Sun City

With the right kind of support and home safety guidelines, older adults can comfortably age in place. Matt Burlend with ComForCare will discuss the types of personal and medical care services offered by professional caregivers in your home.

ThuMar19

Speak Up for Your Health: Simple Steps to Advocate for Yourself

Thursday, March 19 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Banner Olive Branch Senior Center

Health literacy means being able to find, understand, and use health information to make decisions about your health. Come learn simple ways to ask questions, understand your provider’s instructions, read medication labels, and prepare for appointments.

FriMar13

$ Strength Training (8-Week Class Series)

Friday, March 13 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Sun Health Center for Health and Wellbeing

You can sign up at any point during the class series.

This low-intensity class uses bands, body weight and other items to train the upper- and lower-body muscle groups.

FriMar13

$ Chair Yoga Plus (8-Class Series)

Friday, March 13 from 11:45 am to 12:45 pm
Sun Health Center for Health and Wellbeing

Chair yoga using both seated and standing postures. Participants must be able to stand independently.

WedMar11

$ Tai Chi Essentials 60-minute (8-Week Series)

Wednesday, March 11 from 11:15 am to 12:15 pm
Sun Health Center for Health and Wellbeing

You can sign up at any point during the class series.

All of the health benefits of Tai Chi Chuan in five easy-to-learn, easy-to-do movements. Developed at Harvard, this class has been adapted for seniors and works on balance, breathing and relaxation, with the goal of maintaining a healthy body.