Dateline April - June 2018 | Page 7

Creating Dementia Friendly Communities A CLASS initiative striving to create more dementia friendly communities in the Northeast Metro by changing the way people think, act, and talk about dementia. Attend one of these engaging, educational FREE events and join a growing global movement of people helping fellow community members live with dementia! Community Conversation Join members from all parts of our community to understand how well we are serving people with dementia and their family and friend caregivers. We’ll explore how we can act together to become a dementia-friendly community. You are welcome to share your ideas and knowledge on how we can create a supportive environment for people living with dementia. Date: Wed, Mar 28 Time: 10:00–11:00 am Cost: FREE, please preregister Class #: SRW7B Location: Gladstone, 105 In Depth with Dementia Overview of the disease with information pertaining to rummaging, how to live with loved ones with dementia, getting a diagnosis, abilities that are preserved the longest, and important tools to help care for loved ones with dementia. Bob Reynnells and Paula Anderson Date: Wed, May 16 Time: 1:00–2:00 pm Cost: FREE, please preregister Class #: SRW2B Location: Gladstone, 105 Healthy Brain Can your brain span match your lifespan? Discover strategies to help ensure a healthier brain based on four things you can do now for mental fitness. Carolyn Klaver Date: Wed, Apr 4 Time: 6:30–8:00 pm Cost: FREE, please preregister Class #: SRW5 Location: Gladstone, 105 r Date: Wed, Apr 18 Time: 10:00–11:30 am Cost: FREE, please preregister at 651-407-2024 Location: Mahtomedi District Education Center, 103 Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group with Respite Care Receive education and support in this free support group facilitated by a licensed social worker. Respite care is provided for your loved one with Alzheimer’s by the staff from ComForCare Home Care . 2nd Thurs of the month at Gladstone 1:00–2:30 pm Note: Call 651-748-7250 to reserve respite care. Stay Active! Essentrics® Gentle Stretch Increase y our flexibility while toning your muscles with the gentle, flowing movements of this full body workout designed for seniors. All movements may be modified according to fitness level. Wear comfortable clothing, bring an exercise mat, water and 1-2 medium sized hand towels to class. Alise Leguizamon Date: Tues, Apr 3–May 29 No class May 15, 8 sessions Time: 1:00–2:00 pm Cost: $48 Class #: SRE5C Location: Gladstone 108 NEW! Master the Short Game Mastering putting, chipping and pitching is the quickest way to lower your scores. PGA Master Instructor Dave Cahill will share some secret fundamentals of these essential techniques. Please bring your putter and all pitching wedges and sand wedges to each class. Practice balls are included. Dave Cahill Date: Sat, May 5–19 (3 sessions) Time: 3:00–4:00 pm Cost: $105 Class #: AER8A Location: Logger’s Trail Golf Course r Date: Sat, Jun 2–16 (3 sessions) Time: 3:00–4:00 pm Cost: $105 Class #: AER8B Location: Logger’s Trail Golf Course District 622 Community Education • Gladstone 55+ Center • www.isd622.org/seniors • 651-748-7250 7