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Apr 18 Mon 1-3pm Worcester Senior Center Panel Discussion Join us to understand common cultural beliefs about Alzheimer's Disease and how those cultural beliefs affect diagnosis and treatment. Explore the role stigma plays in Alzheimer’s care and learn about strategies to overcome barriers. RSVP to Vanessa Ramos, ramosv@worcesterma.gov

Apr 21 Mon  This year, we are thrilled to have our Development Coordinator, Fiona Cusack, run the 129th Boston Marathon in support of HEARTplay, a free bereavement program for children, teens and young adults who have experienced the death of an important person in their lives. To help support as many families who are grieving as possible, HEARTplay has consistently relied on the generosity of our community to be able to provide these services for free. Please help Fiona reach her fundraising goal of $10,000 and make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. Whether it’s sharing this message, donating to her campaign or cheering her on, your support means the world! Together, we can help ensure that no child has to grieve alone.

Apr 24 Thurs 8:30-10am Senior Care Collaborative – A presentation by Dr. Donna Bartlett, PharmD, BCGP  professor of pharmacy practice at MCPHS University where she teaches geriatrics. More info to follow. Contact mmorin@lutheranrehab.com for more info. See Flier Below

Apr 24 Wed 2pm VIRTUAL Senior Helpers is excited to partner with Rock Steady Boxing for an educational webinar.

 
This session will provide valuable information on Parkinson's disease and the resources available to those affected by it. The webinar will feature a Rock Steady Boxing coach, a dedicated boxer, and Senior Helpers franchisee Ryan Breen, who actively collaborates with his local RSB gym. Click here to register for this webinar.  SEE FLIER BELOW

Apr 24 Thurs 12:30-2pm Rivercourt Residences, 8 West Main St, Groton. Birding without binoculars. RSVP Sandy Becker 978-448-4122 sbecker@rivercourtresidences.com 

Apr 25 Fri 8:00am- 4:30pm… Become a Certified Dementia Care Partner (CDCP) by attending Essential Skills for Dementia Care Training approved and accredited through the National Institute for Dementia Education. This full day training offers 7 nursing contact hours and 7 social worker CEs. Located at the Clear Guidance Office, 47 River Street, Suite 210, Wellesley. Cost is $275 per person includes lunch and credentialing. Private organizational trainings may be arranged. You can become a Certified Dementia Care Leader (CDCL) by scheduling a 2-day training session for a minimum of 3 leaders. For more information, proposal, or to register, please contact Tammy Pozerycki, MA, BC-DEd, CDCL, CADDCT, CFRDT, CDP, COTP tammypozerycki@clearguidance.org or 508-861-6709

Apr 26 Sat 2pm  This Annual Celebration incorporates music, readings and poetry, and remembrance activities in a service held to honor all the pediatric patients we have cared for since the inception of the Pediatric Palliative and Pediatric Hospice programs. Please join us in honoring your special person’s memory at our Annual Pediatric Celebration of Remembrance. Learn More   Price: FREE     Register 

Apr 28 Mon 1:00pm-3:00pm- Alzheimer’s Affects Everyone Dementia and Diversity Conference held at The Worcester Senior Center, 128 Providence St, Worcester. Vendor fair and panel discussion for professionals only! Please register by 4/14 to Vanessa Ramos Ramosv@Worcesterma.gov

 Apr 29 Tues VIRTUAL 1:00PM- 2:00PM – Virtual (Zoom) - Health Care Directives Really are That Important - Presented by Tiffany A. Kudravetz, Esq., Generations Law Group. – A detailed look at health care decision making and what can happen if directives are not in place. Register:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/SEq99y7rTfu72ImVAep6PA   

Apr 30 Thurs 4:30-6:30 Manor on the Hill. Making a Difference -Help us combat hunger in our community! - Vendor fair, networking, and cocktails! Items for the food pantry, nonperishables, canned goods, Supermarket gift cards welcome. Thursday, April 30, 4:30-6:30 450 North Main St. Leominster RSVP to Kim Blair 978-537-1661 ext. 301 kimb@manoronthehill.com

May 1 Thurs 4-6pm Nashoba Park DERBY. See flier below

May 2 Fri 3-4:30pm Sip, snack & sea glass. Rivercourt Residences, 8 W Main, Groton. RSVP Sandy Becker 978-448-4122 See Flier below

May 6 Tues  4-6pm – Flower Planting at Sunrise of Newton - Join us for a fun, springtime event and create your very own planter just in time for Mother’s Day to treat yourself or a mother in your life. Network, see our new assisted living apartments, and enjoy refreshments. Please RSVP to Meagan at Newton.DOS@sunriseseniorliving.com or 617-663-1122.

May 8 Thurs SSN Worcester/Central Mass network. 8-10am Residence at Orchard Grove, 258 Walnut St, Shrewsbury

May 8 Thurs 7:30-9:15am Anthony's Grille, Auburn Care Central VNA & Hospice, Inc.’s Spring Gather & Grow Breakfast. Featuring Guest Speaker Dr. Steve Sobel J. Anthony’s Italian Grille, 917 Southbridge St. Auburn – Sponsorships Available SEE FLIER BELOW

May 8 Thurs 8:30AM- 9:00AM Networking and 9:00– 10:00AM Presentation and Tour- The Newbury of Brookline invites you to join us at our monthly professionals networking event! Mingle with professionals in the senior living world, get a presentation and tour of our beautiful community, and leave with a breakfast to-go to get your day started! Space is limited so please RSVP to Bri Harnois at newburyrsvp@kiscosl.com

May 14 Wed 10:30-12 Leominster United Methodist Church. Simply Well Seniors Seminars – Occurs on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. A panel of experts present on various topics for the benefit of seniors in the community as well as senior service providers. For more info contact  Kelly at kellykurtz@kw.com or Jeff at jeffrey.turcotte@hotmail.com

May 15 SSN MetroWest network. 8-10am. The Willows at Medway, 44 Willow Pond Circle, Medway

May 15 Thurs 1:00pm-2:30 pm – In-Person Performance – Mental Health for Seniors - Join True Story Theater for a FREE interactive theater event on the topic of Mental Health in Seniors. This event integrates Playback Theater, an interactive theater form that takes audience member’s real-life stories and has actors perform the stories back using improvisation. Explore and discuss what mental health challenges seniors deal with. Hear from others about their personal experiences and share how we can give and receive effective support. All are welcome: seniors, caregivers, professionals and younger family and friends. Admission free. Event located at Cambridge Council on Aging, 806 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge, MA 02139. Go to www.truestorytheater.com/events/ for more information. Email francidumar@gmail.com with any questions.

May 15 THurs 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM - Orchard Hill at Sudbury invites you to a  Toast & Tour Networking Event, 761 Boston Post Rd., Celebrating 25 years of Care, Community & Kindness. Network with fellow senior care professionals over light refreshments and hors d’oeuvres. Hear from our owner Cliff Hughes about Orchard Hill’s history and legacy. Please RSVP to https://forms.gle/KYBXoia8FcAZpcMz8. Or Kris Leardi at  kleardi@orchard-hill.com

May 16 Fri 8:00am- 4:30pm… Become a Certified Dementia Care Partner (CDCP) by attending Essential Skills for Dementia Care Training approved and accredited through the National Institute for Dementia Education. Located at the Clear Guidance Office, 47 River Street, Suite 210, Wellesley. Cost is $275 per person includes lunch and credentialing. Private organizational trainings may be arranged. You can become a Certified Dementia Care Leader (CDCL) by scheduling a 2-day training session for a minimum of 3 leaders. For more information, proposal, or to register, please contact Tammy Pozerycki, MA, BC-DEd, CDCL, CADDCT, CFRDT, CDP, COTP tammypozerycki@clearguidance.org or 508-861-6709

May 17 Sat 12-3pm In honor of HEART play's 30th Anniversary, Good Shepherd is excited to host a Birthday Carnival to celebrate 30 years of leading with the heart. Join us for music, games, food, shopping and MORE! (Rain date: Sunday, 5/18) More information coming soon!

May 20 Tues 9-10am WENG VIRTUAL Worcester Eldercare Networking Group –- Meets virtually on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. For more info contact Michele at mmorin@lutheranrehab.com or Patty at pthibeault@notredamehealth.org

May 22 Thurs 8:30-10am Senior Care Collaborative – A presentation by Sharon Nolli of Fallon Health  regarding the PACE  program. More info to follow. Contact mmorin@lutheranrehab.com for more info.

May 27 Tues Antiques Appraisal Day event. 5:30-7pm Westford COA, 20 Pleasant Street, Westford

May 28 Wed (Rain Date: Thursday, May 29th) – 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM – Fox Hill Village Professional Garden Party at 10 Longwood Drive, Westwood, MA 02090 – Celebrate the spirit of connection and culture in a vibrant outdoor setting created by residents, while sipping refreshing beverages and engaging in lively conversation with your peers! Please RSVP to Kristen Chin at kchin@foxhillvillage.com or 781 320 0009 (text). Space is limited!

June 7 Sat 11am-1pm SAC Park, 38 Lake St, Shrewsbury 2025 Sheriff's annual senior picnic drive thru extravaganza. SEE FLIER BELOW

June 11 Wed 10:30-12 Leominster United Methodist Church. Simply Well Seniors Seminars – Occurs on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. A panel of experts present on various topics for the benefit of seniors in the community as well as senior service providers. For more info contact  Kelly at kellykurtz@kw.com or Jeff at jeffrey.turcotte@hotmail.com

June 12 SSN Worc/Central Mass 8-10am TBD

Jun 16 Mon 8:00am- 4:30pm… Become a Certified Dementia Care Partner (CDCP) by attending Essential Skills for Dementia Care Training approved and accredited through the National Institute for Dementia Education. Located at the Clear Guidance Office, 47 River Street, Suite 210, Wellesley. Cost is $275 per person includes lunch and credentialing. Private organizational trainings may be arranged. You can become a Certified Dementia Care Leader (CDCL) by scheduling a 2-day training session for a minimum of 3 leaders. For more information, proposal, or to register, please contact Tammy Pozerycki, MA, BC-DEd, CDCL, CADDCT, CFRDT, CDP, COTP tammypozerycki@clearguidance.org or 508-861-6709

June 17 WENG VIRTUAL Worcester Eldercare Networking Group –- Meets virtually on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. For more info contact Michele at mmorin@lutheranrehab.com or Patty at pthibeault@notredamehealth.org

June 19 SSN MetroWest 8-10am Sunrise of Wayland, 285 Commonwealth Rd, Wayland

June 26 Thurs 8:30-10am Senior Care Collaborative – The SCC meets on the 4th Thursday of every month and membership is open to Senior Service and Elder Care providers.  More info to follow. Contact mmorin@lutheranrehab.com for more info.

July 9 Wed 10:30-12 Leominster United Methodist Church. Simply Well Seniors Seminars – Occurs on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. A panel of experts present on various topics for the benefit of seniors in the community as well as senior service providers. For more info contact  Kelly at kellykurtz@kw.com or Jeff at jeffrey.turcotte@hotmail.com

July 24 Thurs 8:30-10am Senior Care Collaborative – The SCC meets on the 4th Thursday of every month and membership is open to Senior Service and Elder Care providers.  More info to follow. Contact mmorin@lutheranrehab.com for more info.

Aug 13 Wed 10:30-12 Leominster United Methodist Church. Simply Well Seniors Seminars – Occurs on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. A panel of experts present on various topics for the benefit of seniors in the community as well as senior service providers. For more info contact  Kelly at kellykurtz@kw.com or Jeff at jeffrey.turcotte@hotmail.com

Aug 28 Thurs 8:30-10am Senior Care Collaborative – The SCC meets on the 4th Thursday of every month and membership is open to Senior Service and Elder Care providers.  More info to follow. Contact mmorin@lutheranrehab.com for more info.

Sept 25 Thurs 8:30-10am Senior Care Collaborative – The SCC meets on the 4th Thursday of every month and membership is open to Senior Service and Elder Care providers.  More info to follow. Contact mmorin@lutheranrehab.com for more info.

Ongoing…  

  1ST WED OF EVERY MONTH AT NOON STARTING IN FEBRUARY.    Rainbow Lunch & Supper Club for Older Adults who identify as LGBTQ+.  Unitarian Un Universalist Church 140 Shore Drive Worcester. 

Fridays, Jan - April 25th - 11am-12noon - Virtual (Zoom) - Tai Chi for Fall Prevention - Join us for a free fall prevention workshop.  This is an evidence-based program that has been shown to improve balance, mobility, strength, and flexibility, and decrease pain and falls. Offered by the Brigham and Women's Hospital Injury Prevention Program. To register, visit our website at BWH Injury Prevention or contact Maria Tumang at 617-525-7802 or mtumang@bwh.harvard.edu

* (Monthly Parkinson's Support Group!) First WEDNESDAY of every month 6:00 - 7:30 PM at The Falls at Cordingly Dam in Newton - Parkinson's Classroom - Understand. Educate. Support. - The complexity of Parkinson's Disease severely impacts families, caregivers and those with PD.  Our group provides opportunity of support through various educational topics, guest speakers from experts in the field of PD and meeting others who understand - facilitated by Niki Sinopoli LICSW, co-sponsored by Bob from Right at Home Boston Metro West. This group is for caregivers, family members, and those with PD - RSVP to Niki at niki@nextstepeldercare.com or 617-903-0076