LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus will offer the following classes in October. 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.
Maine Aging Study; Listening Session
Date: Wednesday, October 4 from 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Presenter: Office of Aging and Disability Services
Locations: SeniorsPlus Lewiston office, Wilton office, Norway office or virtually
Join us virtually or in one of our three locations. Lunch will be provided. Registration is required.
Maine wants to improve community services that support older adults and their family caregivers. If you are 55 years or older or a family caregiver of an older adult, Maine’s Office of Aging and Disability Services wants to hear from you.
The Maine Aging Study being conducted by the Muskie School of Public Service at the University of Southern Maine on behalf of Maine’s Office of Aging and Disability Services will consist of a statewide survey for older adults, a survey for family caregivers, focus groups, key informant interviews, and listening sessions. Topics being addressed throughout this study include healthcare, food/nutrition, housing, transportation, receiving and giving care, safety, and socialization.
To participate virtually at home, please contact James Moorhead, Healthy Aging Services Manager, Office of Aging and Disability Services, at 207-287-9200 or James.Moorhead@maine.gov.
Oxford County Classes
Wowzitude! ‘Travel’
— Sukkot Walking Tour, Jerusalem Jewish Quarter
Date: Thursday, October 5 at 11 a.m.
— Lake Bled, Slovenia
Date: Thursday, October 12 at 11 a.m.
— Uganda’s Kiwamirembe, “The Giver of Peace Hill”
Date: Thursday, October 19 at 11 a.m.
— Destination to be announced
Date: Thursday, October 26 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, October 17 (every third Tuesday) from 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!
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 device or 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 and Resources
Caregiver Support Groups
—Lewiston Mondays
Date: Monday, October 9 (every second Monday) from 5:30–7 p.m.
Facilitator: Dana Morrell, LSW
Location: Lewiston office
—Lewiston Tuesdays
Date: Tuesday, October 31 (every last Tuesday) from 3–4:30 p.m.
Facilitator: Heather Komulainen
Location: Lewiston office
—Norway
Date: Thursday, October 26 (every fourth Thursday) from 2:30–4 p.m.
Facilitator: Valerie Cole, LSW
Location: Norway office
—Wilton
Date: Thursday, October 5 (every first Thursday) from 3–4:15 p.m.
Facilitator: Janice Sabin, LSW
Location: Wilton office
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
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 for those in need. If you or someone you know is in need of 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 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.
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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