LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus will offer the following classes and support groups in April. 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.
— For all counties:
Aging Well Living Well expo
Date: Friday, April 25, 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Location: University of Maine Farmington, Olsen Student Center, 111 South St.
Free admission. Registration is required by April 7. Continental breakfast, exhibitors, e-bike demo, door prizes, 50/50 raffle, secure paper shredding, drug take-back, and your choice of three sessions:
• Backyard Birding
• Estate and Long-Term Care Planning
• Bingocize
• Funerals: Know your Options
• Don’t get Hooked! Internet Safety
• Medicare Made Easy
• Emergency Preparedness
To register or for more info, visit seniorsplus.org/awlw or call us at 207-795-4010.
Exercise Classes
Chair Yoga In-Person and Zoom
Days/time: Tuesdays, 9–10 a.m.
Days/time: Fridays, 9–10 a.m.
Instructor: Mary Bishop
Cost: $5 per class. Payments should be exchanged directly with Mary.
Location: In person at Education Center, 8 Falcon Road, and Zoom
Must-haves: If on Zoom: computer, laptop, or tablet; sturdy chair on a non-slip surface. If in person, then just yourself.
Join Mary for this class offered both in person and on Zoom. It is designed to help with ease of movement and breath; finding stability, balance, and strength through yoga poses with variations for every ability. Drop in to see if this class is right for you. Classes are ongoing. Call 207-795-4010 for access to the Zoom link.
Oxford County
Wowzitude! ‘Armchair Travel’
— Trailblazing Women of Lima, Peru
Date: Tuesday, April 1, 2 p.m.
— Exploring Buenos Aires’ Vibrant Murals
Date: Thursday, April 3, 11 a.m.
— Mystery Destinations
Dates: Tuesdays. April 8, 22, & 29, 2 p.m.
— Sofia, Bulgaria
Date: Thursday, April 10, 11 a.m.
— Cherry Blossoms in Bloom: Central Park, NYC
Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2 p.m.
— The Elegance of Milan, Italy
Date: Thursday, April 17, 11 a.m.
— From Woolton, England: The Beatles’ Beginnings
Date: Thursday, April 24, 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. Destinations are subject to change. Walk-ins welcome.
- Partner Loss Grief Group
Dates: Thursdays, April 3–May 22 (8 weeks), 12:45–2:15 p.m.
Instructor: Andwell Bereavement Department
Location: SeniorsPlus Norway
The loss of a life partner can cause many changes, and emotions, and bring up many questions. Comfort can be found when you know you are not alone. Register online at www.andwell.org/bereavement or call Andwell Bereavement Department at 207-795-9468.
- Living Well for Better Health
Dates: Fridays, April 11–May 23 (no class April 25), 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Location: SeniorsPlus Norway
This six-week class meets once a week for two and a half hours. Each class includes a new topic designed to help participants dealing with chronic conditions. The class is a combination of presentations, discussion, and activities with others who have similar experiences. Space is limited. Please call or email SeniorsPlus to register.
- Memory Garden Workshop—Hands-on Grief Activity
Date: Tuesday, April 15, 10 a.m.–noon
Instructor: Andwell Bereavement Department
Location: SeniorsPlus Norway
The Memory Garden purpose is to foster conversation around persons/beings that are no longer on this earth. A gentle reminder that those we love are never gone; they live forever in our hearts and minds. Create a memory garden in honor of your loved one. All materials will be provided. No crafting skills required.
- New to Norway!
Computer Technical Assistance: Please call Jim at 508-1757 to make an appointment for individual assistance with your IT devices.
Date: Friday, April 18, 8–10 a.m.
Instructor: James Whitman, Community Concepts
Location: SeniorsPlus Norway
- Save the date!
Estate Planning: General estate planning information, with time for questions.
Date: Thursday, May 29, 3–4:40 p.m.
Facilitator: Lawyer Martha McLean
Location: SeniorsPlus Norway
Caregiver Resources
- Caregiver Support Groups
Date: Thursday, April 24 (every fourth Thursday), 2:30–4 p.m.
Location: SeniorsPlus, Marston Street, Norway
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.
- Caregiver Support Newsletter
SeniorsPlus offers a quarterly Caregiver Support Newsletter to share caregiver-specific resources and opportunities to those in need. 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. Call or email SeniorsPlus to obtain 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 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. 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 provide 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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