NORWAY — SeniorsPlus will offer the following classes in November. Classes are held in person at its Norway location; online; or hybrid. Class locations are 9 Marston St., Norway. 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.
Oxford County Classes:
Wowzitude! ‘Travel’
— Ohrid, North Macedonia
Date: Thursday, November 2 at 11 a.m.
— Regensburg, Germany
Date: Thursday, November 9 at 11 a.m.
— Destination to be announced
Date: Thursday, November 16 at 11 a.m.
— Office Closed
Date: Thursday, November 23
— Ljubljana, Slovenia
Date: Thursday, November 30 at 11 a.m.
Location: Norway office
Wowzitude’s Award-Winning Travel Club, designed for armchair travelers, takes you on live, guided virtual walks around the world from the comfort and safety of SeniorsPlus. Interactive, virtual live-streamed walking tours feature expert hosts and trained local guides eager to Zoom in and introduce us to their favorite spots. *Check out SeniorsPlus on Facebook and our website for Wowzitude updates.
Norway Game Day
Date: Tuesday, November 21 (every third Tuesday)
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: Norway office
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 Support and Resources
Caregiver Support Groups
—Norway
Date: Tuesday, November 21 (back to every fourth Thursday in December)
Time: 2:30–4 p.m.
Facilitator: Valerie Cole, LSW
Location: Norway office
Caregiver Support Newsletter
Did you know that SeniorsPlus started a quarterly Caregiver Support Newsletter last year? The goal of the newsletter is to share caregiver-specific resources and opportunities with those in need. If you or someone you know needs 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
Date/time: At your convenience
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 you need 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
Cyber-Senior Mentors provide technology training through 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 help you sign up for online training sessions. Call Cyber Seniors at 1-844-217-3057.
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