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Category: Aging in Place
Cabin Fever Reliever
VIRTUAL EVENT THIS WEEK HOSTED BY TWO YARMOUTH BUSINESSES:
– Brentwood Center for Health & Rehabilitation
– Be Well Consulting Group
To sign up, please visit: https://successfulagingexpos.com/speakers-days/
THURSDAY
The Science Behind Happiness
Speaker/ZOOM Host: Deb Nelson, Be Well Consulting Group
Choosing happiness is scientifically linked to benefiting health and life expectancy. There are many misconceptions about what will make us happy, the truth is external factors fall short time and time again. During this session, attendees will learn how to boost their happiness and learn to cope with life’s challenges more effectively.
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For more information, contact:
Brenda MacDonald, Brentwood Center for Health & Rehabilitation
bmacdonald@nathealthcare.com
207-846-9021, Option 1
Together With Alzheimer’s Openings
Together With Alzheimer’s is a local support group for caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s and/or other dementias. If you are dealing with dementia, you are welcome to join this group for information sharing, support, and opportunities to connect with those with similar experiences.
For details, please contact Catherine Gentile at (207) 233-0709 or cgen207@gmail.com
Together With Alzheimer’s Suspended
In keeping with containment protocols for the Coronavirus, weekly meetings of Together With Alzheimer’s support group for caregivers is suspended until further notice. Should you have questions, please email Catherine Gentile: ezine@catherinegentile.com
Health Workshop – Saturday 3/21
Please join your friends and neighbors for another important community conversation on
Saturday March 21
at the First Parish Church
from 9 – 12
with lunch afterwards. See the flyer if you wish to provide this information to others. All activities are free and open to the public. An RSVP is requested so we can plan for you to join us – please call Penny at 207-846-9297
- Dr. Peggy Cyr of Maine Medical Partners will deliver our keynote address about how to better partner with your provider/medical team for better health outcomes.
- Kris Lindsey, RD of Mainely Nutrition will present on Eating Well for 1-2
- A panel of your peers will offer ideas for sensible exercise
- Free blood pressure checks
- Informational displays, giveaways, and door prizes
- Free lunch provided by Sue Rowe “and friends”
Together With Alzheimer’s Support Group Schedule
New and “seasoned” caregivers are welcome
to attend these free sessions at
The Sacred Heart Parish Center
326 Main St, Yarmouth, ME
Facilitator: Catherine Gentile
For more information, please email
ezine@catherinegentile.com
Wednesday, February 12
Sorry, no meeting
Wednesday, February 19
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Open discussion
Wednesday, February 26
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Guest speaker: Susan Raychard, MOTR/L, CDP, PAC Independent Trainer
“The Impact of Sensory Integrative Issues on Alzheimer’s/Dementia”
Wednesday, March 4
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Open discussion
Wednesday, March 11
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Open discussion
Guest speaker: George Voyzey, SLP
“Facilitating Communication with Our Loved Ones: Practical Applications”
Wednesday, March 18
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Open discussion
Wednesday, March 25
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Guest speaker, Danni Higgins, SLP from Coastal Rehab