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LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus is offering in-person, online or hybrid classes in Lewiston, Wilton and Norway in May.

Classes are free, unless noted. Locations are fully accessible. Hearing assistive equipment is available upon request. For more information or to register, call 207-795-4010 or visit seniorsplus.org.

In Oxford County:

Wowzitude Travel Club for armchair travelers will take a live, guided virtual tour to Piran, Slovenia, at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 16, at the Norway location, 9 Marston St. Destination to be announced for May 30.

Norway Game Day will feature cribbage, checkers, trivia, cards, or a jigsaw puzzle. Staff will be there to network and talk about all our programs while we play games. Tuesday, May 16 (every third Tuesday), 1–3 p.m. at 9 Marston St., Norway.

Opening Minds through Art (OMA), 1-2 p.m. Fridays, May 19 to June 23 in Norway.

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Opening Minds through Art strives to bring joy, art, and pride to people living with dementia and Alzheimer’s in our community. People with dementia are paired one on one with trained volunteers who help them create art using imagination instead of memory. If you know someone living with dementia or Alzheimer’s who may enjoy this program, drop us a line.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia with instructor Valerie Cole, a licensed social worker, from 11 a.m. to noon Thursday, May 25, Norway.

Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging. Join us to learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s, the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages and risk factors, current research and treatments available for some symptoms, and Alzheimer’s Association resources.

Caregiver Support Group with facilitator Valerie Cole 2:30 to 4 p.m. Thursday, May 25, Norway (9 Marston Street).

Our caregiver support groups offer a safe place for caregivers, family, and friends to meet and develop a mutual support system. Participation can be an empowering experience. The group will meet in person on location.