A four-class series with video, handouts, discussion, and hands-on skill training. The Care Partner Support Series - “Four Sessions to Change” will educate, support, and connect you with other caregivers of someone living with dementia. The series uses the Positive Approach® to Care (PAC) curriculum developed by Teepa Snow and taught by a PAC Certified […]
Each workshop uses video, slides, and hands-on skill training. Workshops utilize the Positive Approach to Care™ (PAC) developed by Teepa Snow, and taught by a PAC Certified Trainer. April 18th Let’s Talk About the Brain: The Impact of Dementia Understand how the brain changes with dementia and the reason behind challenging behaviors. Experience what sensory […]
Whidbey Prime Time Players present the play "Powerless" Tuesday, MAY 21, 2019, 11:15 AM Island Senior Resources Fireside Room Bayview Center 14594 WA-525, Langley, WA 98260
This Chronic PAIN Self-Management Workshop is 2.5 hours, one day a week over six-weeks. Classes are participatory, where content, support, and success build on participants’ confidence in their ability to manage their health and live fulfilling lives. In six short weeks, you will learn to : Manage medications better Make decisions for yourself Communicate more […]
POWERFUL TOOLS FOR CAREGIVERS A 6-WEEK CLASS SERIES FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS Powerful Tools is an educational program designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend. You will benefit from this class whether you are helping a parent, spouse, friend, or neighbor. Class is free to attend. Pre-registration […]
Welcome to Medicare 2019 Will you be going on Medicare in the next six months and/or want to know more about Medicare? Attend a free seminar by SHIBA (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors) volunteers; no pre-registration required. Counselors will answer brief questions following the seminars. Seminars run 2-2.5 hours. For information call: 360-321-1600 ext 0. […]
Welcome to Medicare 2019 Will you be going on Medicare in the next six months and/or want to know more about Medicare? Attend a free seminar by SHIBA (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors) volunteers; no pre-registration required. Counselors will answer brief questions following the seminars. Seminars run 2-2.5 hours. For information call: 360-321-1600 ext 0. […]
Island Senior Resources and Senior Thrift are closed on July 4. Senior Thrift closes at 2 p.m. on July 3. Happy Independence Day!
DANGER WILL ROBINSON Tuesday, July 23rd 2019, 11:15 a.m. Island Senior Resources 1–360–321-1600 Island Senior Resources Bayview Center 14594 WA-525, Langley, WA 98260 In the Cozy Fireside Room FREE Admission – Donations Gladly Accepted
Legal Conversations Call 360-321-1600 ext. 0 for an appointment By appointment only, Attorney Deborah Holbert will provide 20 - 30 minute sessions designed to respond to individual questions and concerns about specific legal matters - no charge/no commitment. You are strongly encouraged to define your goal in specific terms to maximize the benefit of your […]
Come and share your concerns, stories and wisdom about the aging process. Laugh, cry, make friends and connect with others as we accept and adapt to the opportunities and limitations aging brings. Hosted by: Nicole Donovan Aging and Disabilities Resource Manager Island County Senior Resources For information contact Nicole at 360-321-1600 or just show up […]
Not Your Grandma’s Bingo Saturday, August 17 at Whidbey Island Fairgrounds & Events Center (formerly Island County Fairgrounds). These events sell out quickly. Purchase tickets now. You don’t want to miss this boisterous “fun-draising” event hosted by celebrity drag-queens Sylvia O’Stayformore and Bobbie Jo Blessings. It’s BINGO like you’ve never seen it before. Come join […]
Medicare Do you want to know more about Medicare? Attend a free seminar by SHIBA (Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors) volunteers; no pre-registration required. Counselors will answer brief questions following the seminars. Seminars run 2-2.5 hours. For information call: 360-321-1600 ext 0. Information will be provided on: "Basic" Medicare benefits Options for additional insurance(s). Medicare […]
Learn How To Safely Use Medical Cannabis! At this free session, you will learn: Who Uses Medical Cannabis? What’s The Best Way To “Take” Medical Cannabis? How Many Medical Cannabis Products Are There? Where Can I Learn More About Medical Cannabis? When? October 1, 2019 12:30pm-1:30pm Optional lunch (donation suggested) from 11:45am-12:30pm Where? Island Senior […]
LEARN THE BASICS OF SOCIAL SECURITY How and when to apply for benefits Types of benefits you may qualify for Your Social Security rights Benefits based on earnings, spousal earnings (current and former) Survivor benefits for widow(er)s This Island Senior Resources workshop is presented by Annette Barca who has been conducting pre-retirement seminars for 15 […]
End of Life Discussion Series Compassion & Dignity Every Moment of Life September 12 - Aging in Place Medication safety and tips for staying in your home longer September 19 - The Legal Paperwork Advanced Care Planning and more September 26 - End of Life Options Hospice Care, Home Health and In Home Care October […]
Island Senior Resources (Bayview) 11:15 a.m. Island Senior Resources Bayview Center, 14594 WA-525, Langley In the Cozy Fireside Room
Learn to better manage medications, make decisions yourself, communicate more effectively, healthy eating and adding activities to your life. Oak Harbor Senior Center (Modular Building) Tuesdays, Sept 10 – Oct 15 1-3 p.m. 51 SE Jerome Street Oak Harbor, WA 98277 Registration required. Call 360-321-1621 to register or email Debbie Metz at debbiem@islandseniorservices.org. or Island […]
SANTA IS COMING TO SENIOR THRIFT Saturday November 30 11 a.m. 5518 Woodard Ave. Freeland, WA 98249 360-331-570
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