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On Wednesday, May 22 from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m., Caregiving Cafe is partnering with the Alzheimer's Association to present a dynamic workshop of great tips to help preserve and improve your brain health and wellness! Join us for Healthy Habits for Your Brain & Body: Preserve Your Good Health Today for a Better Tomorrow. All are invited to this free event. Free Lunch & Prizes! Click here to RSVP.

Focus on staying healthy and strong, plus discover resources to use throughout your lifespan. Join us on Wednesday, February 28, 12:30–3:00 p.m. in Siena Hall. Hosted by Caregiving Café and Village Medical. RSVP by February 21 to Lynn Greenblatt at [email protected]. Click here to learn more!

Do you have concerns about falling? “A Matter of Balance” is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels in adults 60 years or older. We have 2 upcoming classes scheduled to begin on May 17 and will meet through July 5. Classes are free and will meet on Wednesday afternoons in the Parish Center. Registration is required as the class size is limited to 12. Click here to learn more!

This evidenced-based, award-winning program is designed to help older adults reduce the fear of falling and increase physical activity. Two virtual sessions of A Matter of Balance will be offered in February. The first session meets on Mondays, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. from Feb. 1 - April 5 (no class on 2/15). The second session meets on Wednesdays, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. from Feb. 3 - Mar. 31. Access to a computer or tablet with a camera and microphone is required. To register, contact Jessica Martone at (512) 916-6180 or [email protected]. There will be a limit of 12 people in each workshop, filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Please contact Jessica with any questions.

Are you age 55 or older? Would you like more social interaction—especially during this pandemic? “Lifetime Connections Without Walls” is a telephone program that provides opportunities for isolated older adults to connect with others. They offer social and educational sessions, friendly conversation and support—all over the phone. There are 33 different sessions to choose from. This free program is offered by Family Eldercare and is open to all U.S. Residents. Click on the title of this article for more information or contact Rhonda Smith in Community Ministries.