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Tai Chi for Health and Balance
7/9/2024 - 8/28/20249:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Tuesday, July 9, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Wednesday, July 10, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Tuesday, July 23, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Wednesday, July 31, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Tuesday, August 20, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Wednesday, August 21, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Wednesday, August 28, 2024 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
In Person
$20 Suggested donation
SeniorsPlus
Jessica Bronish
284 Main St., Suite 100, Wilton, ME 04294
Jessica Riseman
jriseman@seniorsplus.org
(207) 795-4010
English
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. It is easy to learn and good for all ability levels. The essential principles of Tai Chi include mind and body integration, fluid movements, controlled breathing and mental concentration. Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for the health of mind and body. It helps people to relax and feel better.
A Matter of Balance
7/9/2024 - 8/27/20249:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Tuesday, July 9, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
Tuesday, July 23, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
Tuesday, August 20, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
In Person
$0 for Community Partners
Aroostook Agency on Aging
Dottie Sines
26 Bancroft Road, Danforth, ME 04424
Aroostook Agency on Aging
info@aroostookaging.org
(207) 764-3396
English
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.
Living Well with Diabetes
7/12/2024 - 8/16/202412:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Friday, July 12, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
Friday, July 19, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
Friday, July 26, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
Friday, August 2, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
Friday, August 9, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
Friday, August 16, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
In Person
$0
MaineGeneral Medical Center
Melissa Emmons, Emily Michaud
60 Balsam Drive, Hallowell, ME 04347
Melissa Emmons
melissa.emmons@mainegeneral.org
(207) 626-7350
English
Living Well with Diabetes is designed to help people with type 2 diabetes learn how to live well. Topics include: techniques to deal with the symptoms of diabetes, fatigue, pain, hyper/hypoglycemia, stress, depression, anger, fear and frustration; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength and endurance; healthy eating, appropriate use of medication; and working with healthcare providers.
This class is created in partnership with MaineGeneral's Peter Alfond Prevention & Healthy Living Center. The class meets weekly for 6 weeks. The class leader will call participants 1-2 weeks before the class starts to confirm registration. If you have any questions about the class, please call the program coordinator, Melissa Emmons, at 626-7350.
Tai Chi for Health and Balance
7/16/2024 - 9/12/202410:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Thursday, July 18, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Tuesday, July 23, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Thursday, July 25, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Tuesday, July 30, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Thursday, August 1, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Thursday, August 8, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Thursday, August 15, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Tuesday, August 20, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Thursday, August 22, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Thursday, August 29, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Thursday, September 5, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Tuesday, September 10, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Thursday, September 12, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
In Person
$0
Spectrum Generations
Sue Boyce-Cormier, Monica Hawk
1203 West Road, Belgrade, ME 04917
Monica Hawk
mhawk@spectrumgenerations.org
(207) 620-1642
English
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. It is easy to learn and good for all ability levels. The essential principles of Tai Chi include mind and body integration, fluid movements, controlled breathing and mental concentration. Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for the health of mind and body. It helps people to relax and feel better.
Two Days are built in for poor weather conditions.
Building Better Caregivers
7/26/2024 - 8/30/20249:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Friday, July 26, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
Friday, August 2, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
Friday, August 9, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
Friday, August 16, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
Friday, August 23, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
Friday, August 30, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
In Person
$0
SeniorsPlus
Valerie Cole, Janice Sabin
9 Marston Street, Norway, ME 04268
Jessica Riseman
edcenter@seniorsplus.org
(207) 795-4010
English
This program was designed for family caregivers of people with an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), dementia, and/or any other condition that affects memory. Topics include: caregiver stress, dealing with difficult care partner behavior, finding help, making decisions about treatment, housing, etc., communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals, dealing with caregiver and care partner difficult emotions, planning for future needs, and legal issues related to caregiving. Program participants make weekly action plans, share experiences, and help each other solve problems they encounter in creating and carrying out their self-management program.
A Matter of Balance
7/26/2024 - 9/13/202410:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Friday, July 26, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Friday, August 2, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Friday, August 9, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Friday, August 16, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Friday, August 23, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Friday, August 30, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Friday, September 6, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Friday, September 13, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
In Person
$20 Suggested Donation
Spectrum Generations
Jen Paquet, Monica Hawk, Jennifer Parent
2 N Rd, Mount Vernon, ME 04352
Monica Hawk
mhawk@spectrumgenerations.org
(207) 620-1642
English
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.
Bingocize®
7/29/2024 - 10/7/202410:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Monday, July 29, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Wednesday, July 31, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Monday, August 5, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Monday, August 12, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Monday, August 19, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Wednesday, August 21, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Monday, August 26, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Wednesday, August 28, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Monday, September 2, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Monday, September 9, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Monday, September 16, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Monday, September 23, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Monday, September 30, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Wednesday, October 2, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
Monday, October 7, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM |
In Person
$0
Aroostook Agency on Aging
Judy Anderson
260 Main Street, Suite B, Presque Isle, ME 04769
Denise Condon
denisemcondon@gmail.com
(207) 551-7353
English
Bingocize combines a bingo-like game with exercise and health education. The program has been shown to increase older adults' functional fitness, health knowledge, and social engagement.
Dealing with Dementia
7/31/2024 - 7/31/202411:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday, July 31, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
In Person
$0
Spectrum Generations
Rita Fraser
4 Clement Way, Belgrade, ME 04917
Rita Fraser
rfraser@spectrumgenerations.org
(207) 620-1678
English
People living with dementia need answers, and so do their caregivers. Dealing with Dementia was created to provide answers needed throughout the caregiving journey. Workshop topics include insights and guidance shared by caregivers; basic information on how dementia affects the brain and the four most prevalent types of dementia; best practices in creating a dementia friendly home and lifestyle; problem solving technique and strategies to manage behaviors such as agitation, refusing to eat or bathe, and depression; healthy stress management, mood management, sharing the caring, and the diverse type of services available to caregivers.
All attendees must be registered prior to class in order to attend
Building Better Caregivers
8/1/2024 - 9/5/202412:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Thursday, August 1, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
Thursday, August 8, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
Thursday, August 15, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
Thursday, August 22, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
Thursday, August 29, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
Thursday, September 5, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
In Person
$20 Suggested Donation
Spectrum Generations
Jen Paquet, Melissa Emmons, Monica Hawk
35 Medical Center Parkway, Augusta, ME 04330
Monica Hawk
mhawk@spectrumgenerations.org
(207) 620-1642
English
This program was designed for family caregivers of people with an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), dementia, and/or any other condition that affects memory. Topics include: caregiver stress, dealing with difficult care partner behavior, finding help, making decisions about treatment, housing, etc., communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professionals, dealing with caregiver and care partner difficult emotions, planning for future needs, and legal issues related to caregiving. Program participants make weekly action plans, share experiences, and help each other solve problems they encounter in creating and carrying out their self-management program.
HealthMatters™ Program
8/5/2024 - 12/18/202410:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Monday, August 5, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, August 12, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, August 19, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, August 21, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, August 26, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, August 28, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, September 9, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, September 16, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, September 23, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, September 30, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, October 2, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, October 7, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, October 16, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, October 21, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, October 28, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, November 4, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, November 18, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, November 25, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, December 2, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, December 9, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Monday, December 16, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Wednesday, December 18, 2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
In Person
$0
Spectrum Generations
Monica Hawk
290 State Street, Augusta, ME 04330
Monica Hawk
mhawk@spectrumgenerations.org
(207) 620-1642
English
This program was designed to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live a healthy lifestyle. Through exercise, nutrition and health education activities, this workshop can help participants become stronger and healthier, improve self-advocacy skills and confidence, and connect with peers. Through this engaging, hands on curriculum, participants will gain the knowledge, motivation, and skills needed to create healthy habits that last a lifetime.
This workshop is open to members of the Creative Work Systems Community.