REGION — The following classes will be held in April:
Wowzitude! ‘Travel’ – Norway Location
- Oxford, England
Date: Tuesday, April 4, 10 a.m.
- Granada, Spain
Date: Tuesday, April 18, 10 a.m.
Location: SeniorsPlus Norway, 9 Marston St.
Norway Game Day
Date: Tuesday, April 18 (every third Tuesday), 1–3 p.m.
Instructor: SeniorsPlus staff
Location: SeniorsPlus Norway, 9 Marston St.
Let’s play cribbage, checkers, trivia, cards, or a jigsaw puzzle. Staff will be there to network and talk about all our programs while we play games. Been feeling cooped up? Join us!
Caregiver groups and resources
Caregiver Support Groups, Norway
Date: Thursday, April 27 (every fourth Thursday), 2:30–4 p.m.
Facilitator: Valerie Cole, LSW
Location: SeniorsPlus Norway, 9 Marston St.
Caregiver Support Newsletter
Did you know that SeniorsPlus started a Caregiver Support Newsletter last year? The goal of the newsletter is to share caregiver-specific resources and opportunities for those in need. If you or someone you know is in need of caregiver support and would like to receive the newsletter, please reach out.
Online groups and offerings
AT&T – Cyber Aware Webinar
Date/time: At your convenience
Presenter: AT&T staff
Location: Online video
Catch this pre-recorded Zoom class to learn more about online fraud and scams. This presentation is designed for people who are interested in learning statistics, recognizing scams, and what to do to protect themselves while online.
Fraud & Scams Prevention Workshop
Date/time: At your convenience
Presenter: SeniorsPlus staff
Location: Online video
Every year, one in 10 older adults falls victim to scams and fraud. The number is most likely higher because many are embarrassed and afraid to report it to the authorities or to their families. This workshop will give you the information needed to protect yourself and your loved ones. Topic areas include Fraud Trends and Behavior, the Con Artist’s Playbook, Practice Spotting Fraud (using real examples), Prevention, and Resources. Content from AARP Fraud Watch Network.
Cyber-Senior Mentors—A Tech Resource
Date/time: At your convenience
Presenter: Cyber-Senior
Location: Phone and/or online
Due to COVID-19, Cyber-Senior Mentors are providing technology training in the form of online webinars and telephone support for older adults. If you are interested in group or one-on-one technology support, please join in. Trained volunteers are standing by to answer your tech questions and also to help you sign up for online training sessions.
Zoom 101: Using Video Technology to Stay Connected
Date/time: At your convenience
Presenter: SeniorsPlus staff
Location: Zoom Live, one on one with staff. A device with a speaker is required to participate; a webcam is not required, but recommended.
Join us for this one-on-one class to become more familiar with how to use Zoom to participate in SeniorsPlus and Healthy Living for ME’s online classes, or to simply stay connected with friends and family near and far. You do not need a Zoom account or to download any apps to participate in this class, unless logging in from an Apple device. You can participate with computers or handheld devices. Educational material and resources will be provided for continued learning.
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