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Save the Date for These Upcoming Events
"Recognize an Inspiring Senior" Nomination Deadline is April 30
The winning senior will receive two roundtrip tickets to any Alaska Airlines location, and the nominator a $50 gift certificate to Barnes & Noble! Visit the Senior Services website for full rules and the online nomination form. Nominate an inspiring senior today! Taking Charge in Tough Times Wednesday, April 22 Where can you turn for the resources you need and sound advice on how to protect you and your money? AARP has joined forces with some of the state's leading consumer advocates and experts to help you weather the financial storm. Join us for a series of free public events and learn how to outsmart investment fraud, stay safe online, guard your identity, protect your retirement savings, cut costs and save money. Participants will receive free educational materials on how to navigate today's tough economy. Lunch is also provided. Space is limited. Register by calling toll-free 1-877-926-8300 or click here for more information. 24th Annual Alzheimer's Regional Conference Friday, April 24 The Alzheimer's Association Regional Conference is a dynamic and multi-disciplinary forum dedicated to the care of people with dementia and their families. The conference highlights the latest and best practices from around the country in Alzheimer's care and research. A pre-conference symposium on April 23, "Supporting the Resilient Mind," offers four advance practice workshops focused on mental health and dementia. Visit the ALZWA website for more information. Powerful Tools for Caregivers Virginia Mason Lynnwood Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a FREE six-week educational series designed to provide caregivers with tools needed to take care of themselves while caring for a loved one. Learn how to: reduce stress, improve self-confidence, better communicate feelings, balance life, increase ability to make tough decisions, and locate helpful resources. Classes consist of interactive sessions, discussions, and brainstorming which will help participants take the "tools" and put them into action. Space is limited; pre-register now for this free class at 425-286-1045. Aging with Optimism: A Town Hall Gathering Attend this Town Hall gathering for adults with disabilities or chronic illness. In media and around our communities, we hear about people who are considered to be aging well, successfully and creatively. Often we see only those in the best of health and with an abundance of resources. Aging with optimism is attainable by anyone. At this town hall meeting, the keynote speaker and panel will demonstrate successful and creative aging when faced with physical challenges. Hear their perspectives on aging and share your views with professionals and others in the community. To RSVP, call the Greenwood Senior Center at 206-297-0875 or click here for more information. Healthy Aging Fair—Mayor's Office for Seniors Central Building Calling all Seniors and Baby Boomers! Come gain a wealth of knowledge on wellness, disease prevention and fitness. Get your hearing tested, blood pressure checked and your posture/spine screened. Learn about nutrition, utility assistance, senior employment services, volunteer opportunities, and recreation. Start a path to healthy living at the Healthy Aging Fair. View the flyer here for more information. Creative Capacity & Growth in Aging University of Washington You are invited to attend a public lecture by Dr. Gene Cohen, Director of the Center on Aging, Health & Humanities at George Washington University, entitled: "Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: What is Aging After All? Creative Capacity and Psychological Growth in the Second Half of Life: Positive Brain & Behavior Changes that Occur Because of Aging, Not Despite It." Dr. Cohen will share his insights on creativity and aging, based on his research and his books, The Creative Age (which has also served as the basis of a film by PBS), and The Mature Mind. Click here for more information. Senior Farmer's Market Vouchers Available for Summer 2009 The 2009 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program in King County will begin its voucher application process for eligible older adults on April 15, 2009. Applications will be accepted through May 29, 2009. Client applications will be available beginning April 15, 2009 on the Aging & Disability Services website, and through human service agencies throughout King County. For more information, the following Information & Assistance programs in King County will be available to answer questions about the program: Senior Information & Assistance at 206-448-3110 or 1-888-435-3377 Information & Assistance Programs for ethnic communities:
Supportive Technology & Design for Aging Thursday, May 28 Come and learn about the practical and ethical implementations of technology in long term care. Topics include: Age-Friendly Communities; Lifelong Design; Flex Homes; PACE; MDS 3.0 Coming in 2009; and much, much more! Registration includes one-day conference, continental breakfast, lunch, morning and afternoon breaks. Click here to view more infomation. Caregiver Conference: Giving Care, Taking Care Learn practical caregiving skills and strategies. This full-day training conference allows you to choose from many helpful workshops based on your needs as a caregiver. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Call today to receive a full brochure and registration form at 1-800-422-3263 or 360-725-2544.
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You probably know an older adult who has inspired you to live a better life. King County is filled with older people who quietly make life better for others even as their years advance, who have lived lives of heroism, faithfulness and accomplishment. The Senior Services’ “Inspire Positive Aging Award” is your chance to recognize these great role models. 