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LEWISTON –SeniorsPlus has announced its Education Center class schedule for February
Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road and are free, unless otherwise noted. There are also classes and activities at the SeniorsPlus Norway and Farmington locations. To register, call SeniorsPlus at 795-4010.
Lewiston classes and workshops are held at 8 Falcon Road, unless otherwise noted.
Some of Lewiston’s February schedule includes:
Heart-Healthy Eating, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18, SeniorsPlus Nutrition Team, celebrating February being American Heart Month with discussion of simple dietary ways to manage overall heart health. Registration required.
You Count!: 2020 Census Information Session, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, with Elizabeth Enright, U.S. Census Partnership Specialists. Learn how the 2020 Census is safe, important and even easier than before. Census results determine the federal funds coming to your community to pay for roads, schools and hospitals. They also influence state redistricting. Also, learn about employment opportunities and other new developments at the U.S. Census. Registration required.
“Olympic Pride, American Prejudice,” film and discussion, 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25, with Barbara Merson, executive director, Maine Jewish Film Festival. The true story of the 18 African-American athletes who participated in the 1936 Olympics in Nazi Germany. This film is remarkable both for its athletic footage and its insight into American history. Free popcorn.
Game Day at SeniorsPlus, 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27. An afternoon of fun, socialization and popcorn. Bring your favorite game to share with others, whether you enjoy cribbage, board games or cards. All are welcome.
Living Well for Better Health, 1 to 3:30 p.m., Tuesdays, March 17 through April 21, at Spring Rock Park, 802 Church Hill Road, Leeds. This program is designed to help participants deal with chronic conditions. Some topics covered are appropriate use of medications; communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals; nutrition; and how to evaluate new treatments.
Some Norway February activities are:
Unless otherwise noted, Oxford County classes are at SeniorsPlus, 9 Marston St. To register for classes call SeniorsPlus at 207-795-4010.
Some of those on the February schedule in Norway include:
Tai Chi for Health & Balance, 10 to 11 a.m., primarily Wednesdays/Fridays through March 11. Due to room availability, dates and times vary slightly; call for details, Harper Conference Center, Ripley
You Count!: 2020 Census Information Session, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, SeniorsPlus, 9 Marston St., with Elizabeth Enright, U.S. Census Partnership Specialists. Learn how the 2020 Census is safe, important, and even easier than before. Census results determine the federal funds coming to your community to pay for roads, schools, and hospitals. They also influence state redistricting. Also, learn about employment opportunities and other new developments at the U.S. Census.
Living Heart Healthy, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 27, with Jeff Treadwell, of Beacon Hospice. This presentation will review signs and symptoms, and discuss factors that you can control to help improve quality of life while living with heart disease.
Some of those in Farmington include:
Tai Chi for Health & Balance, 10 to 11 a.m., primarily Wednesdays/Fridays through March 30 (no class Feb. 17. Kingfield Town Office, 15 School St., Kingfield, cost $40. Tai Chi is an enjoyable exercise that can improve balance, relieve pain, and improve health and ability to do things. It is a slow exercise, easy to learn and good for all ability levels. To register, call SeniorsPlus at 207-795-4010.
A Matter of Balance, 9 to 11 a.m., Wednesdays, March 4 to April 22, Gold LEAF Institute Senior College, Farmington. A Matter of Balance emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels. Participants learn to view falls and fear of falling as controllable, set realistic goals to increase activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk factors, and exercise to increase strength and balance. Workshop open to members of Gold LEAF Institute Senior College.
There are also a variety of craft, exercise and other classes scheduled throughout February at all locations. Visit seniorsplus.org/education-center or call 207-795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241 for more information about SeniorsPlus activities. SeniorsPlus, which is the Western Maine Agency on Aging, is fully accessible. Hearing assistive equipment is available upon request.
