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Free Gift for WWII Vets
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!
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
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…
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September 10 Zoom Meeting, Coalition of Ministries for Older Adults
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
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…
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ACAP September Meeting
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
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!
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Powerful Tools for Caregivers
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…
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ACAP Guilford County Initial Meeting
ACAP Guilford County Initial Meeting
Save the Date: ACAP Guilford County is Here! Join us for our very first virtual ACAP Guilford County program via Zoom and Facebook Live! Thursday, September 17, 7:00-8:00pm Topic: Choosing and Using Services in Your Community Presenter: Ashlyn Martin, MSW Senior Resources of Guilford Click here to Register After registering, you will receive an email…
Sept. 17 webinar – Don’t die of doubt: Strike stroke out
Sept. 17 webinar – Don’t die of doubt: Strike stroke out
Sept. 17 webinar – Don't die of doubt: Strike stroke out Join the leaders of the Novant Health Neurosciences & Psychiatry Institute for an upcoming community stroke webinar. Hear from the stroke experts to learn about the signs of a stroke and the difference you can make by acting fast! During this event, patients will also…
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Brookdale September CE Program: Suicide and the Elderly: Prevention Can Be Possible
Brookdale September CE Program: Suicide and the Elderly: Prevention Can Be Possible
Hello Everyone! I’m looking forward to presenting the September CE Program titled Suicide and the Elderly: Prevention Can Be Possible via Zoom, an online conference meeting room. Since we are not able to meet together here at Brookdale Winston Salem I wanted to be able to still offer the continued education for you. This month I will be…
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Compassion and Choices Invites you to Living, Planning and Dying with Dementia
Compassion and Choices Invites you to Living, Planning and Dying with Dementia
Join Compassion and Choices staff, volunteers and storytellers on World Alzheimer's Awareness Day to learn about C&C's new Dementia Values & Priorities Tool, a free online resource that allows individuals to give healthcare proxies and providers detailed information about preferences at various stages of dementia progression, taking the guesswork out and helping make sure the…
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Brookdale September CE Program: Suicide and the Elderly: Prevention Can Be Possible
Brookdale September CE Program: Suicide and the Elderly: Prevention Can Be Possible
Hello Everyone! I’m looking forward to presenting the September CE Program titled Suicide and the Elderly: Prevention Can Be Possible via Zoom, an online conference meeting room. Since we are not able to meet together here at Brookdale Winston Salem I wanted to be able to still offer the continued education for you. This will give you 1…
Goodwill September BAC Meeting
Goodwill September BAC Meeting
Forsyth County BAC Meeting Tuesday, September 22 - 1 p.m. Topic: Deeper Dive into the Benefits Cliff Speaker: Victor Isler, Director of Forsyth County Department of Social Services (DSS) Victor Isler is a native of Goldsboro, N.C., and has lived in Winston-Salem for over 20 years. As the director of the Forsyth County Department of Social Services, Victor…
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Serving Senior Lunch & Learn September Meeting on Zoom
Serving Senior Lunch & Learn September Meeting on Zoom
SSLL - SERVING SENIORS LUNCH AND LEARN September 23rd 11:45 - 1:00 ZOOM MEETING Understanding Care Management Services Corinne Auman, PhD Click here to Register and Link to Zoom Please join us to reconnect. We will get status updates, learn more about any upcoming events, and learn more about care management. Looking forward to seeing…
Hot Dog Fundraiser at Brookdale Winston Salem for Alzheimer’s Association
Hot Dog Fundraiser at Brookdale Winston Salem for Alzheimer’s Association
Brookdale Winston Salem is holding a Hotdog Fundraiser to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association Walk Event: Wednesday, September 23rd 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Drive up pick up Plates include 2 Hotdogs, Chips, Cookie & Water $5.00 per plate Please RSVP number of plates needed by September 18th We look forward to having you!!!! Melissa Hill Sales…
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Compassion and Choices Invites you to Living, Planning and Dying with Dementia
Compassion and Choices Invites you to Living, Planning and Dying with Dementia
Join Compassion and Choices staff, volunteers and storytellers to learn about C&C’s new Dementia Values & Priorities Tool, a free online resource that allows individuals to give healthcare proxies and providers detailed information about preferences at various stages of dementia progression, taking the guesswork out and helping make sure the person’s wishes are fulfilled. This…
It’s All About You Vitual Break for Caregivers!
It’s All About You Vitual Break for Caregivers!
It’s All About You Virtual Break Just for Caregivers! Tuesday, September 29, 1:30-2:30 PM Join other caregivers for a virtual tour of the Himalayan Hideaway Salt Cave located right here in Winston-Salem! Imagine . . . You have arrived in a faraway land, filled with beautiful details that immerse you in the character,…
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2020 Virtual Event Supporting Trellis Supportive Care
2020 Virtual Event Supporting Trellis Supportive Care
Register here: https://bestlifeseries.org/ Dear Friends, Join us on Wednesday, September 30 from 1-2:00 pm, as Trellis Supportive Care hosts best-selling author Mitch Albom for our 5th annual Living Your Best Life Speaker Series! After the success of Tuesdays with Morrie and The Five People You Meet in Heaven, Mitch will speak on his latest book, Finding Chika. This memoir shares…
Virtual Event benefitting Trellis Supportive Care
Virtual Event benefitting Trellis Supportive Care
LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE SPEAKER SERIES Virtual Event WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 FROM 1:00 - 2:00 PM Featuring best selling author Mitch Albom Join us on Wednesday, September 30 for our Living Your Best Life Annual Speaker Series virtual event. About this Event Mitch Albom, best selling author of The Five People You Meet in Heaven, will be…