Senior Workshops - 2010
Wednesday, September 8th - 9:00 a.m.
"Senior Exercise Resource Guide for the Northland"
Clay County Senior Services and Tri-County Mental Health Services will team up Wednesday, September 8, at 9 a.m. to present the new “Senior Exercise Resource Guide for the Northland” and review Clay County Senior Services’ exercise classes. Also, Sally King from Tri-County Mental Health will lead a discussion on “Kindred Spirits – The Role of Intimate Relationships as We Age.”
Wednesday, August 11th - 9:00 a.m.
"Focus on Energy"
Jami Lewis with Kansas City Power & Light and Juanita Stewart with Missouri Gas Energy will present information on helpful programs and services, heat safety awareness, and energy efficiency tips.
Wednesday, July 14th - 9:00 a.m.
"Coming of Age"
“Coming of Age” proves senior years are the best years Sandra Aust will talk about the new “Coming of Age,” initiative. Coming of Age is a metro-wide effort, led by Shepherd Center Central, that promotes civic involvement, lifelong learning and community leadership in the 50+ population. Sounds made to order for NNI’s very active seniors.
Wednesday, June 9th - 9:00 a.m.
"A Guide to In-Home Care"
Jim Van Hooser from BrightStar will be on hand June 9 at 9 a.m. to guide you through the complex maze of in-home care. BrightStar’s LifeCare services range from companion care and hygiene assistance to 24/7 homecare, including elder care, skilled nursing services, housekeeping, transportation services, errands and more. You will learn what to look for when hiring a home care service.
Wednesday, May 12th - 9:00 a.m.
"Household Credit and Budgeting"
If you have ever faced credit or budgeting issues—and who hasn’t?—the May 12 Senior Workshop may be for you. Carolyn Vince and Mary Maule-Lott from Western and Southern Financial Group will have tips about getting the most out of tight household bud-gets, how to get a free copy of your credit reports without disclosing your life history, how to maintain your own reports, and how to dis-pose of old cell phones. Carolyn and Mary will also provide packets and websites for your ongoing use.
Wednesday, April 14th - 9:00 a.m.
"Combating Stress and Finding Inner Peace"
Have you ever had heartburn, tension headaches, sleeplessness, moodiness, or aching backs appear out of nowhere? You know you have not lifted anything heavy, or had anything spicy to eat, so where in the world did these symptoms come from? Could it be stress? Join ElizaBeth Clayton, Volunteer Supervisor at Care Alternatives Hospice, for a discussion of the causes, symptoms, dangers, and prevention of stress and finding inner peace.
Wednesday, March 10th - 9:00 a.m.
"Electrifying!"
Jami Lewis, KCP&L Customer Relations Representative, will provide tips on energy efficiency, programs and services available to help with your electric service, and information on how to receive utility assistance.
Wednesday, January 13th - 9:00 a.m.
Mood, Meds, and Alcohol - What Every Senior should Know
Come find out the truth about meds and alcohol as you age. Learn what helps (and hurts) your changes for preventing dementia, early falls, and early nursing home admission! Other topics will include the role alcohol and prescription drugs can plan in getting through grief ,the Holiday Blues or Seasonal Affective Disorder. Questions such as "How much alcohol is too much for a senior" will be answered - especially when it's being espoused for it's cardiac benefits! An interesting and interactive discussion will be led by Sally King, clinical social worker and the older adult care coordinator at TCMHS.
Also, Laura Bruce from Tri County Mental Health Services will help sort out prescription drug issues, offer suggestions on how to avoid abuse, and provide safe options for disposing of unused or outdated prescriptions. For more information contact Janet Shaffer at 454-2000.
