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MIND & BODY

Essentials Oils-Beyond the Basics

NEW | Addressing Dementia-Related Behavior
During the middle stage of dementia, the person with the disease
often starts to exhibit new behaviors that can be confusing for a
caregiver. These behaviors are a form of communication, and are
essential to understanding the needs of the person with dementia.
Identify common triggers for behaviors associated with dementia,
explain the process for assessing and identifying challenging
behaviors, and list strategies to address some common dementiarelated behaviors. Class fee: $35.
w Sep 20 | 6 - 7 pm | 1 Session
T | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-2W34-F1

NEW | Caring for the Caregiver
Define who is a caregiver and the impact of caregiving. Learn
about resources, including services that will support your needs.
Resources highlighted include caregiver consultation, respite/adult
day programs, support groups, and education. You will be directed
to the Senior LinkAge Line® for information and assistance.
Instructor is a staff member from the Metropolitan Area Agency on
Aging. Class fee: $19 one; $25 two.
w Nov 7 | 6 - 7 pm | 1 Session
M | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-2W31-F1

Energize with Acupressure
Increase your vitality and say “goodbye” to fatigue. Learn
techniques to improve your energy with your fingertips using
Shiatsu and acupressure to make a new you! Relieve stress and
tension in 15 minutes. This is a hands-on class, so wear loose,
comfortable clothing. Bring a large towel. Class fee: $35.
w Nov 10 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | 1 Session
Th | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-2W28-F1 | Theisen

Essential Oils 101
Discover what essential oils are, how to use them and how you
can make them part of your everyday life. Receive information on
health and wellness, product information and the importance of
quality. You will take home handouts and a sample. Class fee: $29.

You have some oils and know how to use them, but are wondering
if there is more you can be doing. Join us as we go through what
we consider the “next steps” and how to cut chemicals and toxins
out of all areas of your life. Class fee: $29.
w Oct 4 | 6:30 - 8 pm | 1 Session
T | Staff Dev Ctr | AL077-2W38-F1 | Strand

Essential Oils-Holiday Make and Take
Does the thought of making your own chemical free products
stress you out? Learn how to combine common non-toxic
household items with essential oils to create inexpensive, natural
alternatives to use in your home and on you and your family! Make
your own winter body wash, holiday hair spritz and tis’ the Season
rollerball. Class fee: $45.
w Dec 6 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | 1 Session
T | Champlin Park HS | AL077-2W39-F1 | Strand

Gut Reaction
Restore digestive health through nutrition. Discover the foods that
regularly trigger heartburn, gas and other indigestion problems.
Understand the link between intestinal health and metabolism,
inflammation, cravings, moods and memory. Learn how the right
foods and selected supplements can restore intestinal health.
Certificate of Attendance for training hours available upon request
from Anoka-Hennepin C