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Learn about memory loss, what's normal and what may be a concern. Join us for an afternoon of Cookies, Coffee, Cocoa & Tea Tuesday, November 13th 2-4 PM You are cordially invited to visit our new Learning Center in our research facility. Short Presentation by: Robert Portney, MD & Allison Castonguay, APRN, FNP-BC 421 Merrimack Street, Suite 204, Methuen MA, 01844 RSVP: 978-655-7155
Sign Up Today for Free Six Week Workshop! Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley Inc. Wednesday, November 7th - December 12th 2018 l:oopm - 3:30 pm Lowell Senior Center 276 Broadway Street, Lowell MA For More Info or To Register Please call Maria Arias at 978-946-1211. Or visit our website at www.healthyliving4me.org Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HealthyLivingCenteroffxcellence Find us on Twitter: @HealthyLivingCE My Life My Health — the Stanford University Chronic Disease Self-Management Program is for anyone living with an on-going medical condition like: Arthritis Cancer Chronic Back Pain Diabetes High Blood Pressure Parkinson's Disease Asthma COPD Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Fibromyalgia Heart Disease Stroke. ..and more
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VETERANS NORTHEAST OUTREACH CENTER'S THANKSGIVING DINNER NOVEMBER 19 5:30 - 8:OOPM AMVETS Post 147 All Veterans and Family Members Are Welcome! 576 Primrose St. Haverhill, MA 01830
Pancake Breakfast The Greater Haverhill Breakfast Exchange Club Providing transportation and heat to local seniors Tickets: $5 for Adults, $3 for Children, $15 per Family Holiday Fair Photos with Santa 50/50 Raffle DATE: December 1, 2018 Tickets can also be purchased at the door TIME: 7:30-10:30am For more information LOCATION: Sarah's Place Contact: Amy Anwyl at 978-374-2175 Adult Day Health 180 Water St. Haverhill, MA 01830
Join us for an night of Bingo and purses! All participants who bring non-perishable food to be donated to the Tewksbury Food Pantry will be entered into a raffle to win purses from Coach, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Cole Haan & Tory Burch! When: Tuesday, December 4, 2018 5:00 pm mix & mingle | 6:00 pm bingo Where: Bayberry at Emerald Court 2000 Emerald Court | Tewksbury, MA RSVP: 978.640.0194 or email jennifer@bayberryatemeraldcourt.com
Free Confidential Memory Screenings A MEMORY SCREENING IS A SIMPLE AND SAFE “HEALTHY BRAIN CHECK-UP” THAT TESTS MEMORY AND OTHER THINKING SKILLS. YOU CAN A MEMORY SCREENING AT THE LOCATION BELOW: Location: 421 Merrimack St. Ste 203 Methuen, MA Date: Every Wednesday *By Appointment Only Time: 8am-5pm Phone: 978-655-7155 **Each memory screening takes approximately 10 minutes and while the result is not a diagnosis, it can suggest if someone should see a physician for a full evaluation.**
SENIOR NETWORKING EVENT Comfort Home Care is hosting this networking event. This event is an opportunity for Seniors to network with people who provide Senior Services in the local Area. DONATE New or Used Cold Weather Items! Please bring coat, hats, gloves, or mittens to donate for our annual donation drive! Boston North Senior Services Network organizes these meetings, which take place on the first Thursday of the month in different locations.
Free Confidential Memory Screenings A MEMORY SCREENING IS A SIMPLE AND SAFE “HEALTHY BRAIN CHECK-UP” THAT TESTS MEMORY AND OTHER THINKING SKILLS. YOU CAN A MEMORY SCREENING AT THE LOCATION BELOW: Location: 110 Corporate Dr., Suite 2 Portsmouth, NH Date: Every Thursday *By Appointment Only Time: 8am-5pm Phone: 603-319-8863 **Each memory screening takes approximately 10 minutes and while the result is not a diagnosis, it can suggest if someone should see a physician for a full evaluation.**
Alzheimer’s Café Every 2nd Tuesday of the month 2pm-3:30pm Join us for Alzheimer's support groups, discussion, and guest speakers! Exeter Senior Center 30 Court Street Exeter, NH 03833 For more information, please call Denise Petty at (603) 772-5251 or email denise.petty@genesishcc.com
Free Confidential Memory Screenings A MEMORY SCREENING IS A SIMPLE AND SAFE “HEALTHY BRAIN CHECK-UP” THAT TESTS MEMORY AND OTHER THINKING SKILLS. YOU CAN A MEMORY SCREENING AT THE LOCATION BELOW: Location: 421 Merrimack St. Ste 203 Methuen, MA Date: Every Wednesday *By Appointment Only Time: 8am-5pm Phone: 978-655-7155 **Each memory screening takes approximately 10 minutes and while the result is not a diagnosis, it can suggest if someone should see a physician for a full evaluation.**
Mystery Box Bingo Join us for some holiday spirits, cheer and fun! Play a few quick rounds of Mystery Box Bingo for a chance to win that last minute gift for a loved one or yourself. Take a chance to win tickets to Blue Man Group, Greater Lowell Music Theatre, and other mystery prizes to be discovered!
Seacoast Seniors Networking Breakfast Hosted by Easterseals NH Homemakers & Health Services WHERE: Easterseals Office, 157 Portsmouth Ave., Stratham WHEN: Thursday, December 13th 8:00AM- 9:30AM RSVP: bchagnon@eastersealsnh.org or 722-5925
Free Confidential Memory Screenings A MEMORY SCREENING IS A SIMPLE AND SAFE “HEALTHY BRAIN CHECK-UP” THAT TESTS MEMORY AND OTHER THINKING SKILLS. YOU CAN A MEMORY SCREENING AT THE LOCATION BELOW: Location: 110 Corporate Dr., Suite 2 Portsmouth, NH Date: Every Thursday *By Appointment Only Time: 8am-5pm Phone: 603-319-8863 **Each memory screening takes approximately 10 minutes and while the result is not a diagnosis, it can suggest if someone should see a physician for a full evaluation.**
Andre Dubus III, local best-selling author, will speak about the path that led him to become a writer - one that pulled him out of a life of violence and allowed him to find his voice through the arts. Andre's reflections and observations of coming of age gives a compelling and compassionate view of the social determinants his family faced: poverty, isolation, housing, lifestyle and environmental risks. Andre is the author of Gone So Long, Dirty Love, Townie, The Garden of Last Days and House of Sand and Fog (an Oprah Book Club pick and a finalist for the National Book Award). To learn more about Mr. Dubus visit his website at http://andredubus.com/ As eloquent in person as in writing, we want you to enjoy an exciting and inspirational evening. Thursday, December 13, 2018 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Reception, Dinner and Presentation Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley 280 Merrimack Street, Suite 400, Lawrence, MA 01843 Online Registration - click below Register Now! Phone Registration: Andrew McGinty 978-946-1429 development@esmv.org Please RSVP on or before Friday, December 7th
SPREAD THE WORD Alzheimer’s Support Group Every 2nd Thursday of the month 6:45pm- 8:00pm Exeter Senior Center 30 Court Street Exeter, NH 03833 For information please call Denise Petty @ (603) 772-5251 or email denise.petty@genesishcc.com
Free Confidential Memory Screenings A MEMORY SCREENING IS A SIMPLE AND SAFE “HEALTHY BRAIN CHECK-UP” THAT TESTS MEMORY AND OTHER THINKING SKILLS. YOU CAN A MEMORY SCREENING AT THE LOCATION BELOW: Location: 421 Merrimack St. Ste 203 Methuen, MA Date: Every Wednesday *By Appointment Only Time: 8am-5pm Phone: 978-655-7155 **Each memory screening takes approximately 10 minutes and while the result is not a diagnosis, it can suggest if someone should see a physician for a full evaluation.**
Free Confidential Memory Screenings A MEMORY SCREENING IS A SIMPLE AND SAFE “HEALTHY BRAIN CHECK-UP” THAT TESTS MEMORY AND OTHER THINKING SKILLS. YOU CAN A MEMORY SCREENING AT THE LOCATION BELOW: Location: 110 Corporate Dr., Suite 2 Portsmouth, NH Date: Every Thursday *By Appointment Only Time: 8am-5pm Phone: 603-319-8863 **Each memory screening takes approximately 10 minutes and while the result is not a diagnosis, it can suggest if someone should see a physician for a full evaluation.**
Free Confidential Memory Screenings A MEMORY SCREENING IS A SIMPLE AND SAFE “HEALTHY BRAIN CHECK-UP” THAT TESTS MEMORY AND OTHER THINKING SKILLS. YOU CAN A MEMORY SCREENING AT THE LOCATION BELOW: Location: 421 Merrimack St. Ste 203 Methuen, MA Date: Every Wednesday *By Appointment Only Time: 8am-5pm Phone: 978-655-7155 **Each memory screening takes approximately 10 minutes and while the result is not a diagnosis, it can suggest if someone should see a physician for a full evaluation.**
A MONTHLY SUPPORT GROUP For Those With Parkinson's Disease, Parkinsonian Syndrome, & Their Caregivers Join us at the Brentwood for an hour of compassion & learning, and you can ASK THE EXPERT all your questions about Parkinson's. Keep up-to-date about new medications and treatments, and receive the encouragement and motivation needed to live well with Parkinson's disease. Moderated by Dr. Diana Apetauerova, a Neurologist who serves at Director of the Movement Disorders Center at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center and is associate clinical professor at Tufts University and visiting associate clinical professor at Charles University, Czech Republic. Dr. Apetauerova evaluates and plans treatment for patients with Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders. She is also involved in surgical therapy for Parkinson's patients and actively engaged in research. January 9- Caregiver Support Group, Massage Gloves Giveaway! February 13- The Love of Art: Artists for Parkinson’s March 13- PSP April 10- Topic to Be Determined UPCOMING EVENTS: January 9- Caregiver Support Group, Massage Gloves Giveaway! February 13- The Love of Art: Artists for Parkinson’s March 13- PSP April 10- Topic to Be Determined RSVP to Leah Kirkpatrick at 978-777-2700 or Marlene Sheehy at msheehy@mhslp.com Pancakes for Parkinson's Breakfast
Free Confidential Memory Screenings A MEMORY SCREENING IS A SIMPLE AND SAFE “HEALTHY BRAIN CHECK-UP” THAT TESTS MEMORY AND OTHER THINKING SKILLS. YOU CAN GET A MEMORY SCREENING AT THE LOCATION BELOW: Location: 110 Corporate Dr Suite 2 Portsmouth, NH Date: Every Thursday *By Appointment Only Time: 8am-5pm Phone: 603-319-8863 **Each memory screening takes approximately 10 minutes and while the result is not a diagnosis, it can suggest if someone should see a physician for a full evaluation.**
SPREAD THE WORD Alzheimer’s Support Group Every 2nd Thursday of the month 6:45pm- 8:00pm Exeter Senior Center 30 Court Street Exeter, NH 03833 For information please call Denise Petty @ (603) 772-5251 or email denise.petty@genesishcc.com
Alzheimer’s Café Every 2nd Tuesday of the month 2pm-3:30pm Join us for Alzheimer's support groups, discussion, and guest speakers! Exeter Senior Center 30 Court Street Exeter, NH 03833 For more information, please call Denise Petty at (603) 772-5251 or email denise.petty@genesishcc.com
CAREGIVER Speaker Series presents Medicaid & Medicare Planning with Joy V. Riddell Smart decisions are well-informed decisions. Join us for an evening of information sharing about these two programs and how to best position yourself for retirement and later years. Joy V. Riddell, of RIDDELL LAW, PLLC in Portsmouth, NH has been practicing law over 20 years in estate planning, trust and estate administration, elder law, guardianships and special needs trusts. Ms. Riddell will present strategies and information to help you navigate the retirement maze. A question & answer session will follow. Tuesday, January 22, 6-7:30pm PLEASE Join us at the RYE Public Library Together the Rye Public Library and Evolve at Rye continue this speaker series to inform and support caregivers in our community. The series is FREE and open to the public. Kindly call Evolve at Rye to RSVP as seating is limited (603) 379-1898
Memory Loss & Intimacy Tammy Pozerycki is a certified dementia practitioner, a certified Alzheimer’s disease and dementia care trainer, and the founder of Alternatives in Alzheimer’s Care and Pleasantries Adult Day Services, LLC. Join her for this onehour CE event and learn about sexuality and intimacy as it relates to those living with dementia. Tammy will discuss the efficacy of relationship forming in memory care assisted living and other institutionalized care and help you develop the competency and compassion needed to educate families about this often misunderstood topic. **Continuing Education Qualifying Event** 1 Hour Social Worker CE 1 contact hour Nurse CE Wednesday, January 23rd 7 to 8:30 a.m. Breakfast | 7 a.m. Program | 7:30 to 8:30 a.m Please RSVP by Monday, January 21st to Diane Robinson at 978-420-1570 or drobinson@wingatehealthcare.com 10 Residences Way (GPS: 182 North Ave.) | Haverhill, MA 01830 978-912-9250 | Residences at Haverhill.com
Free Confidential Memory Screenings A MEMORY SCREENING IS A SIMPLE AND SAFE “HEALTHY BRAIN CHECK-UP” THAT TESTS MEMORY AND OTHER THINKING SKILLS. YOU CAN GET A MEMORY SCREENING AT THE LOCATION BELOW: Location: 421 Merrimack St. Ste 203 Methuen, MA Date: Every Wednesday *By Appointment Only Time: 8am-5pm Phone: 978-655-7155 **Each memory screening takes approximately 10 minutes and while the result is not a diagnosis, it can suggest if someone should see a physician for a full evaluation.**
Free Confidential Memory Screenings A MEMORY SCREENING IS A SIMPLE AND SAFE “HEALTHY BRAIN CHECK-UP” THAT TESTS MEMORY AND OTHER THINKING SKILLS. YOU CAN A MEMORY SCREENING AT THE LOCATION BELOW: Location: 110 Corporate Dr., Suite 2 Portsmouth, NH Date: Every Thursday *By Appointment Only Time: 8am-5pm Phone: 603-319-8863 **Each memory screening takes approximately 10 minutes and while the result is not a diagnosis, it can suggest if someone should see a physician for a full evaluation.**
Event Description: Please join us for a mixer with the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Lowell! This will be a great opportunity to network with fellow Chamber members, have some lunch, and learn more about the wonderful work that the Boys & Girls Club does for kids in our community. We hope to see you there! The Greater Lowell Chamber’s mission is to provide opportunities for our members through education, marketing, networking and advocacy. This event features opportunities through networking.
Event Description: Please join us for an early morning of networking with the Academy of Notre Dame! They will be hosting us for breakfast and giving us a tour of their lovely school, we hope you can join us! The Greater Lowell Chamber’s mission is to provide opportunities for our members through education, marketing, networking and advocacy. This event features opportunities through networking. RSVP HERE
SPREAD THE WORD Alzheimer’s Support Group Every 2nd Thursday of the month 6:45pm- 8:00pm Exeter Senior Center 30 Court Street Exeter, NH 03833 For information please call Denise Petty @ (603) 772-5251 or email denise.petty@genesishcc.com
Eat Right For Life The right foods can make a huge difference in how well you age - not to mention how wonderfully you can live. Join us for an informational nutrition session, and learn the five key items you should include in your daily menu, as well as healthful eating tips. We'll also have some treats on hand and send you home with a must-have recipe. Join us for our Eat Right for Life event, and see how easy living well can be. Wednesday, February 20 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Complimentary admission For reservations or more information, call 978-458-0099
Come relax and unwind with a chair massage and share a little wine, cheese, and conversation with your peers. Then, when it's time to head home, grab a healthy salad to go! Guests will also be invited to enter to win a spa gift basket. Wednesday, Feb. 20 5 to 7pm. RSVP required Wingate Residences at Haverhill 10 Residences Way Haverhill, MA 01830 978-912-9250
Have you been: Thinking of learning more about senior living? Feeling overwhelmed as the primary caregiver? Looking for the right fit for mom or dad? Trying to restore balance in your relationship with your parents where you feel like the daughter or son again? Find answers to these questions, learn about the newest senior living community in the area and meet the Stone Hill team at one of our information sessions. Where: Salvatore's Restaurant 34 Park Street, Andover, MA *Appetizers, beer & wine served RSVP: 978-664-2600 or email heidi@stonehillandover.com Stonehill Andover OPENING SPRING 2019! Independent Living, Assisted Living and Avita Memory Care 141 Elm Street Andover, MA
Sleeves Up! ActivMed is proud to partner with the American Red Cross and be a part of all they do for our community, our country, and around the world. Our blood drive is important to patients in need, and we are grateful to be able to help make a difference in our community. Help us make an impact on March 8, 2019! 421 Merrimack St. Suite 204 Methuen, MA 01844 Pre-register today! Contact Nikki Boyd @ 978-655-7155 or email nboyd@activmedresearch.com
Join us for a Pottery Painting Networking Event Tuesday March 12, 2019 Cocktails & Hors D’oeuvres 5:00-5:30 Pottery Painting 5:30-7:30 Hosted By Heather Demarkis from Clay Dreaming Pottery Studio Please RSVP Monday March 4th to Regina Guardino, Marketing Director 781-853-0005 or rguardino@hallkeen.com *Space is limited*
Elder Services Golf Classic Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Haverhill Country Club 58 Brickett Lane Haverhill, MA 01830 Sponsorship Opportunities Available Sponsorships range from $300- Hole Sponsors up to $10,000- Tournament Sponsors All sponsorships will be recognized at: Registration, Tournament Leaderboard Luncheon, Awards Ceremony Marketing Materials, Website, Facebook Player & Foursome Entry Fee $185 Per Player - $700 Per Foursome Sponsorship Info Bonnie Sisson, Golf Event Manager 978-946-1433- bsisson@esmv.org Submit Your Logo Hemali Shah, Marketing & Design Systems Specialist 978-946-1467 - hshah@esmv.org Safe- Easy- Secure Registration & Payment on-line at www.esmvgolf.org Our classic fills up fast, so don't wait!
Fast Forward >> Planning for the Future An Educational Seminar for the Community Please join ABC Home Healthcare Professionals for an interactive and informative seminar where expert panelists will educate attendees on a variety of topics that are essential to future planning for you and/or your loved ones such as: Exploring different elder care and living options The value of having a long-term care insurance plan The role that Medicaid or a VA benefit can play in helping subsidize care costs How you can use a reverse mortgage to pay for care The importance of estate planning Register online today @ www.abchhp.com Light snacks and refreshments will be served For more information, please email Michelle McNall at michelle@abchhp.com
Join us for a special professional education program that will discuss ways healthcare professionals can better care for Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual and Transgender individuals and families at end of life. Wednesday March 27, 2019 8:00AM Breakfast/Registration: 7:30-8:00am Program: 8:00- 9:00am Location: Ashland Farm 700 Chickering Road North Andover, MA To RSVP, please contact Sarah Coletti at 978.914.0514 or scolleti@benchmarkquality.com **This program has been approved for 1 Social Work Continuing Education hour for relicensure, in accordance with 258 CMR. Collaborative of NASW and the Boston College and Simmons Schools of Social Work Authorization Number D 80341-6 Program meets the requirements of the Massachusetts Board of Registation in Nursing at 244 CMR 5.00 for 1 contact hour. Please contact Care Dimensions at 888.283.1722 for the status of CE accreditation.
Older Adult Nutrition: Practical Strategies Sara Casey Fagan, RD, CSG, LDN, Director of Nutrition, Dining Services Older adults have unique nutritional needs, especially as the body changes with age. This can put them at increased risk for malnutrition and other chronic diseases. This presentation will give an overview of the changes that occur with aging, nutritional needs and priorities for the older adult, especially those with cognitive impairment and dysphagia, as well as focus on practical strategies and food-based interventions that can be implemented to help prevent and treat common nutritional problems in the older adult. Following this presentation the participant will be able to: Describe the changes that occur to the body as we age and the nutritional implications in the older adult List the health consequences resulting from poor nutritional intake and strategies to improve eating habits and health status Identify the nutritional considerations for older adults with cognitive impairments Outline creative and practical strategies for ensuring adequate food intake inn the older adult with dysphagia Wednesday, March 27 5:30pm- 6:30pm Dinner to go!- Take Homemade chili and southwestern cornbread home with you! For reservations, or more information, call Shane Thomas 978.458.0099 shane.thomas@brookdale.com
The Residence at Silver Square in Dover, NH, is excited to host the Seacoast Providor Networking Breakfast Group this month. Happy Spring to everyone! Enjoy a morning of professional networking in our beautiful senior living community. A light breakfast will be served. RSVP by Monday, March 25 Kellie Fiers, Marketing Director kfiers@residencesilversquare.com 603-570-9390
Sign Up Today for Free Six Week Workshop! Sponsored by Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley, Inc. Wednesday, April 10th- May 15th 2019 11:00am- 1:30pm Andover/North Andover YMCA 165 Haverhill St., Andover MA Lunch will be provided for 3 of the 6 sessions For More Info or To Register Please call Maria Arias at 978-946-1211 www.healthyliving4me.org
The healthy living Center of Excellence My Life, My Health Sign up today for FREE Six Week Workshop! Sponsored by Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley, Inc. My Life My Health- the Stanford University Chronic Disease Self-Management Program is for anyone living with an on-going medical condition like: Arthritis Cancer Chronic Back Pain Diabetes High Blood Pressure Parkinson's Disease Asthma COPD Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Fibromyalgia Heart Disease Stroke...and more Chronic disease, pain and discomfort may limit activities you enjoy. Join the My Life, My Health workshop and start to live again! Learn to Eat well Control your pain Start and exercise program Handle stress and relax Increase your energy level Lunch will be provided for 3 of the 6 sessions For More Info or to Register Please call Maria Arias at 978.946.1211 www.healthyliving4me.org
A community wide effort to support the health and wellness of Billerica's residents through its mission to Engage, Educate, and Energize Stop by our table Saturday, April 13, 2019 at 10 AM Enter to win a raffle gift basket! Billerica Elks 14 Webb Brook Rd, Billerica, Massachusetts 01821 It is hosted by the Billerica Lions Club, the Billerica Lodge of Elks, Billerica Council on Aging, Billerica Library, Billerica Recreation, Billerica Crossings, LifeCare Center of Merrimack Valley and Pure Haven by Shirley Smith
Advance Care Planning is not reserved for those who are sick or elderly. Rather it is important for all those 18 years or older to begin the ongoing conversation with loved ones. Making your own choices regarding your healthcare decisions is the kindest gift you can give to your family. Join us for this bilingual presentation as Dr. Debra Turiano, MD and Dr. Sandra Cardena, MD share important information on what an advanced directive is, how to best use it and how to begin the conversation with your family. Included with the presentation will be the opportunity to ask questions related to healthcare options as well as receive free information packets on how to prepare a healthcare proxy and other important documents that best convey your wishes. Presentation is free and open to the public. NO RSVP REQUIRED. Any questions please contact Debbi Scionti at 987-620-1415 or email debora_scionti@mihcs.com
Parkinson’s and the Family Care Partner Session 1: Understanding Parkinson’s Disease and the Role of the Family Care Partner Presented by Stephanie Bissonnette, DO, MPH & Cathi A. Thomas, MS, RN, CNRN Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Center at Boston University Medical Campus American Parkinson Disease Association Massachusetts Chapter and Information & Referral Center apdama.org | 800 651-8466 | apdama@apdaparkinson.org The American Parkinson Disease Association MA Chapter is pleased to present this educational program designed for the care partners of people with Parkinson’s. This session is the first in the monthly “Parkinson’s and the Family Care Partner: What You Need to Know” educational series. The program is presented in partnership with Assisting Hands Homecare and New Horizons at Choate, LLC. Space is limited and pre-registration is required for this free program. To learn more and to register, contact the APDA Information and Referral Center at 800-651-8466. Date & Time Tuesday, April 23, 2019| 1:00—2:30 PM Location New Horizons at Choate 21 Warren Avenue | Woburn, MA 01801