Aloha To Aging is a non-profit that aims to empower family caregivers, aging care recipients, volunteers and the community in a positive, nurturing manner through quality, targeted programming. Below is a list of some of the many programs offered in March. Programs are held at Aloha to Aging, Inc. 4608 Lower Roswell Road in Marietta/East Cobb 30068. For more information call 770-722-7641 or email info@alohatoaging.org.
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
Monday, March 5th • 10:30-11:30am
Open to family members who are assisting an aging loved one both inside and outside of the home. Free respite care is provided for your loved one while we meet, but must call in advance for care to 770-722-7641. **For additional Evening Support Groups please visit www.alohatoseniors.com/events or call 678-777-7241.
Parkinson’s Disease/Care Partner Support Group
Tuesday, March 6th • 11am-12pm
Group discussion, for both the person with Parkinson’s and their care partner, on helpful tips and resources that provide comfort and encouragement.
Effective Communication Strategies Class
Tuesday, March 13th • 11am-12pm
Learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease. Presented by Kayley Fleming, Alzheimer’s Association.
Preparing for the Future Series: Free Technology Workshops: “Staying Connected, Not Confused.”
Thursdays for 6 weeks, March 15th – April 26th (No class on Thursday, April 5th.) • 11am-12pm
Free Technology Workshops
To help seniors with smart phones and tablets discover how personal devices can benefit their daily life. Sign up for any workshop that interests you. There will be handson exercises so be sure to bring your personal devices appropriate for each workshop. Class size is limited to 10 participants per workshop. Donation to Aloha to Aging is appreciated.
>iPhone/iPad Essential Training
>Staying in touch with Email
>Instant communication with Texting
>Mobile Video Communication
>Staying Connected with Social Media
>Using your phone to navigate the streets (GPS)
Fall Prevention and Balance Workshop
Tuesday, March 27th • 11am-12pm
Help prevent that life-changing stumble. Have you ever had a fall? Are you afraid of falling? Do you feel the need to hold onto furniture or afraid to let go of the shopping cart when walking? Have as stubborn spouse with balance issues and at risk for falls, but who is in denial? If you answered YES to even one of these questions, this workshop may be a life-changing event for you or someone you care about. Presented by Foundation Therapy Center.
This article originally appeared in the March issue of the EAST COBBER magazine, on page 56. Click here to view the digital edition.
