Free Gift for WWII Vets
Hello HIPSS members, The Gary Sinise Foundation is sending a special “CARE” appreciation gift box to WWII Veterans. The packages will be shipping out soon. If anyone knows a WWII Veteran, we need their name, address and the branch they served in. If this information can be sent to me, I will submit it to…
SEND A SENIOR A Smile!
HELP REMIND OLDER ADULTS THAT THEY AREN'T ALONE AND THAT THE COMMUNITY CARES! COVID-19 has meant distancing from the senios we serve. They miss the daily visits, interaction and smiles with volunteer and staff. Please send uplifting notes, messages, cards and pictures to help brighten their days! Mail or hand-deliver your messages to our office…
VIRTUAL Advance Directive Workshops
If you are unable to communicate your healthcare wishes, who will speak for you? Will they know what to say? Advance Care Planning helps your loved ones and healthcare providers honor your goals and wishes if you are unable to speak for yourself. Our free Advance Care Planning workshops are being held virtually, due to…
September 10 Zoom Meeting, Coalition of Ministries for Older Adults
The Coalition of Ministries for Older Adults Sponsored by The Shepherd’s Center of Greater Winston-Salem will meet on: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 11:45-1:00 In this time when we care for one another by staying apart, we will meet virtually via Zoom. MANAGING ISOLATION AND DEPRESSION DURING COVID-19 Laura Strickland, MSW, LCSW Director of Clinical Services Old…
Free Virtual Dementia Workshop for Professionals – Thursday, September 10 from 1p – 3:15p EST
Dear valued partner, Back by popular demand our partner and collaborator, Heather McKay, PhD, OT/L and Alzheimer's Foundation of America 2016 Dementia Person of the Year, will be offering a new dementia workshop: Adapting Care Along the Timeline of Dementia. Social Workers and Nurses/LPN will earn two continuing education credits. By the end…
ACAP September Meeting
Preventing Falls Tuesday, September 15 5:30-7:00pm Presenter: Elaine Watts, Wellness/Fitness Coach -- Certified Livestrong Trainer and Counselor & YMCA Wellness Director (Retired) Fall risks are a worrisome, but a real part of our aging process. Things that once were safe at home, may no longer be safe. Stairs, rugs, bad lighting, and many other factors must…
2020 (virtual) Hoof Beat Fundraiser
Join us online for our 2020 version of the Hoof Beat! Be sure to register (it's free!) and see below for more information. Register or Donate Here. If you prefer, text 'Donate' to 831-425-9696 and make your donation to Riverwood!
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Registration is now underway for a virtual Powerful Tools for Caregivers class. This is a 7-week course for anyone caring for a loved one who is frail or ill. Classes will take place by Zoom on Wednesdays, 2:00-3:30, September 16-October 28. There is no charge, but donations are accepted. Registration is required. To register or…