LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus will offer the following classes in June. Classes are held in person at its Lewiston, Wilton, or Norway locations; online; or hybrid. Class locations are 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston; 9 Marston St., Norway; and 284 Main St., Suite 100, Wilton. 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
Wowzitude! ‘Armchair Travel’
— Dublin, Ireland
Date: Thursday, June 6 at 11 a.m.
— Venice, Italy
Dates: Thursday, June 13 at 11 a.m.
— Destination to be announced
Date: Thursday, June 20 at 11 a.m.
— Krakow, Poland
Date: Thursday, June 27 at 11 a.m
Location: SeniorsPlus Norway
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. Walk-ins welcome. *Check out SeniorsPlus on Facebook for Wowzitude updates.
Norway Game Day
Date: Tuesday, June 18 (every third Tuesday) from 1–3 p.m.
Location: SeniorsPlus Norway
Play cribbage, checkers, cards, or a jigsaw puzzle. Staff will be there to network and talk about our programs while we play games. Been feeling cooped up? Join us! Walk-ins welcome.
Tech Assistance in Oxford County
The Digital Navigation Program provides free, one-on-one support to Oxford Country residents interested in learning how to use all features of their internet devices, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktop computers. Please contact CCFC’s Digital Navigator Ashley Lawrence today to get started: call 207-333-6444 or email ACP@community-concepts.org.
Caregiver Support Groups: Our caregiver support groups offer a safe place for caregivers, family, and friends to meet and develop a mutual support system.
—Norway
Date: Thursday, June 27 (every fourth Thursday) from 2:30–4 p.m.
Facilitator: Valerie Cole, LSW
Location: SeniorsPlus Norway
Caregiver Newsletter
SeniorsPlus offers a quarterly Caregiver Support Newsletter to share caregiver-specific resources and opportunities with those in need. If you or someone you know needs caregiver support, please reach out.
Online 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. Call or email SeniorsPlus to obtain a link via email.
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 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. Call or email SeniorsPlus to obtain a link via email.
Cyber-Senior Mentors — A Tech Resource
Date/Time: At your convenience
Presenter: Cyber-Senior
Location: Phone and/or online
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. Call Cyber Seniors at 1-844-217-3057.
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