LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus is a private nonprofit corporation whose mission is to support independent living and healthy aging. It serves as the local Area Agency on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center for Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford counties. SeniorsPlus provides a network of support, information, services and resources for older adults and adults with disabilities and their families. For more information, visit www.seniorsplus.org or call 207-795-4010 or 1-800-427-1241.

Classes are held at 8 Falcon Road and are free, unless noted. The building is fully accessible. Hearing assistive equipment is available.

Call 795-4010 to register.

Beginning Strength, Balance & Resistance Training: Every Monday, starting March 2, 11 to 11:45 a.m., and/or every Wednesday, starting March 4 (no class March 25), 1 to 1:45 p.m. Instructor: Linn Morin, Certified Sliver Sneakers/FLEX Trainer. Cost: $2 per class. To register or for more information, call Linn at 207-523-9055.

This new twice-a-week class is designed to improve participants’ quality of life. Come every Monday and/or Wednesday. Move to music while increasing bone density, muscle strength, neuromuscular strength and balance. The class will consist of standing/sitting — whichever works better for you. If you have a light hand-held weight (or two easy-to-hold water bottles), bring that. Medicare Supplemental Insurance (Aetna, Humana) may pay your costs.

Maine Woods: How to Get Found If You Get Lost: Monday, March 9, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Instructor: Craig I. Gerry, Maine Guide, MEIFW Regional Safety Coordinator, Cumberland & Androscoggin Counties.

We never plan to get lost when going for a walk, enjoying photography, going fishing, boating, birding, snowshoeing, picking flowers, or hunting, in the woods or in a wooded area. But it happens. Come learn what you can do to stay safe, and how to get found.

Computer Basics: Tuesday, March 10, 1 to 3 p.m. Instructor: Marcel Dubois, local computer techie. Bring your own computer/laptop/tablet, or a tablet can be provided. Learn more about basic computer care, popular programs and websites, basic word processing, Internet, how to keep your information private and secure, how to set up a free email account and use it, how to research online.

Learning for the Love of It: Senior Colleges across America: Wednesday, March 11, 10 to 11 a.m. Instructor: Dr. Patricia Vampatella.

Did you know that all across America thousands of folks age 50 and older are engaged in learning for the love of it? Senior College is a national movement that started over 50 years ago. Today, Senior Colleges may be found in all 50 states, and here in Maine there are 17 Senior College locations. Senior College is specifically designed to provide stimulating learning opportunities in a stress-free environment (no homework, no tests), and serves as a way to meet new people and connect with old friends.

In this session, Pat will introduce the participants to the Senior College organization — nationwide, here in Maine and in particular, how Senior College functions in the greater Lewiston-Auburn area.

Nutrition Needs for Seniors: Wednesday, March 18, 10 a.m. to noon. Instructors: Maine College of Health Professionals (CMMC nursing students). Once again, SeniorsPlus is fortunate to be the senior class project for area nursing students. Learn about nutrition for seniors (nutritional needs change as we age), cardiac nutrition, diabetic nutrition, foods/herbs to avoid if on certain medications, fluid balance, budgeting food needs and food safety.

Medicare 101: The Basics: Wednesday, March 18, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Instructor: Roland Bussiere, SeniorsPlus. Learn the basics and timelines of this complex system. Learn when you need to sign up for what, ways to save money, the Buy-In, QMB/SLMB/Q-I, LIS and more.

Healthy Aging Series: Heart Health: Thursday, March 19, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Instructor: Dr. Alan Verrill, CMMC. Learn about the changes to the heart with age.

Rediscovering Maine’s Landmarks: Tuesday, March 24, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Instructor: Christine Richards, author, editor, researcher. Statues are identifying landmarks and part of the fabric of our cities. But what’s the back story? Whether you’re a history buff, interested in art or simply curious, join us to learn more. In the first in the series, students will look at Longfellow, Portland’s beloved poet who was a bestselling author in his day. Attendees will receive a Longfellow poster.

AARP Smart Driver: Wednesday, March 25, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Instructor: AARP instructor. Cost: $20, payable to AARP; $15 for AARP members. Drivers 55-plus completing this class are eligible for discounts on their auto insurance for three years. Learn how to manage and accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time.

Using Online Resources to be an Informed Investor: Tuesday, March 31, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Instructor: Lindsay J. Laxon, Esq., Investor Education Mgr., Maine Office of Securities, State of Maine. The state agency responsible for the regulation of investment advisers and brokers will be walking participants through how to use online tools to make wiser investing decisions. Discuss the different types of financial professionals in Maine, how to check their licensure and background information and how to use online tools to pick up red flags of investment fraud. This interactive presentation does not require a computer and there will be an opportunity to ask questions.

Alzheimer’s classes

For the following classes, register through the Alzheimer’s Association by calling 772-0115 or emailing [email protected].

Legacy Writers Group: Let Us Help Tell Your Life Story: Wednesday, March 4, 3 to 5 p.m. For those living with dementia, and their care partners. Document your life story.

Legal & Financial Planning for Alzheimer’s Disease: Friday, March 27, 10 a.m. to noon. Putting financial and legal plans in place now allows the person with dementia to express wishes for future care and decisions, to review the programs available to help and to be empowered with the tools necessary to put plans in place. It also allows time to work through the complex issues involved in long-term care.

Living with Alzheimer’s, Early Stage, Part 2 (of 3 Parts): Friday, March 27, 1 to 3 p.m. When someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, friends and family have many questions. What does the diagnosis mean? What kinds of plans need to be made? What resources are available to help? As the disease progresses, new questions reflect growing needs for skills, programs and services. This series of programs will provide answers to the questions that arise in the early, middle and late stages of the disease. Hear from those directly affected and learn what you need to know, what you need to plan and what you can do at each point along the way.