Home Office 1110 Navaho Drive, Fourth Floor Raleigh, NC 27609 resourcesforseniors.com 919.872.7933 ············································ Senior Activity Centers for seniors 55+ Cary: 120 Maury O’Dell Place 462.3983 Garner: 205 E. Garner Road 661-6894 Raleigh: Whitaker Mill 401 E. Whitaker Mill Road 856.6444 Wake Forest: Northern Wake 235 E. Holding Avenue 554.4111 Wendell: Eastern Wake 323 Lake Drive 365.4248 ············································ Resources for Seniors serves senior and disabled adults in Wake County by providing home and community based services and information so that they can maximize their choices for comfort, safety, security and well-being. Services include direct care, support services, care management, consulting and information outreach. We provide excellence in service and care for individuals and their families. ············································ Since 2000, Resources for Seniors Senior Centers have been proudly certified as… “Centers of Excellence”

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MAY – JUNE 2011

National Awareness Months ...Lots to Pay Attention To!

Have you ever wondered just what these National Awareness Months are really all about? There seems to be more and more that just pop up and as we celebrate National Older Americans Month, we thought it would be appropriate to shed some light on the other Awareness Months that might be of interest to you – along with websites to get more information. Pay attention to your health! It’s one time when it pays to be selfish!

Did you know that the national theme for Older Americans Month is Older Americans - Connecting the Community? Visit this website to learn more! ncdhhs.gov/aging/oamonth/index.htm MAY

National Arthritis Month arthritis.org

National Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month aafa.org

Better Hearing & Speech Month asha.org

Better Sleep Month bettersleep.org

National Breathe Easy Month lungusa.org

Healthy Vision Month nei.nih.gov/hvm/

National High Blood Pressure Month nhlbi.nih.gov

NC Elder Abuse Awareness Month ncdhhs.org

National Neuropathy Week neuropathy.org

Older Americans Mental Health Week owl-national.org

Older Americans Month aoa.org

National Osteoporosis Awareness & Prevention nof.org

National Stroke Awareness Month stroke.org

National Women’s Health Week womenshealth.gov JUNE National Aphasia Awareness Month aphasia.org

National Cancer Survivor’s Day ncsdf.org

Eye Safety Awareness Week preventblindness.org

National Headache Awareness Week headaches.org

Hernia Awareness Month herniainfo.com

Home Safety Month homesafetycouncil.org

National Men’s Health Week menshealthweek.org

National Safety Month asse.org

Wake Forest Location 235 E. Holding Avenue

554.4111 Here’s what’s happening at the Northern Wake Senior Center!

Become a Fan of the Northern Wake Senior Center

HIGHLIGHTS All New

Introduction to Line-dancing: Have you always wanted to try line-dancing, but were afraid it would be too difficult? Line dance instructor, Sharon Deming, is offering a 6 week course to teach you the basic steps. Dates listed above.

Annual Events Resource Fair: Come check out what services are available for senior citizens. Don’t forget to register for the raffle for your chance to win some great prizes!!! Wed., 5/18, 9-11:30. Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast: Our chance to give back to you in recognition of all you do. Fri., 6/8, 9:30.

Celebrations Newcomer’s Tea: Find out what the center has to offer and meet other new members. Enjoy refreshments and laughter. Wed., 5/4 and 6/1, 10:00. Ice Cream Social: Celebrate the first day of summer with ice cream! Bring a topping to share. Tues., 6/21, 11:30.

Computer Classes Creating Greeting Cards and Signs: Jerry Glenn teaches this fun and creative workshop. Wed., 6/8, 12:00.

Seminars Do You Know How Money Works? Primerica representative discusses financial and credit security. Tues., 5/10, 10:15. Household Allergens: Join Pandora for advice about common household allergens. Tues., 6/7, 10:15 . Overview of Medicare Eligibility: If you are nearing 65, you don’t want to miss this presentation. Barry Mowbray from the NC Department of Insurance will be here to provide information and answer your questions. Tues., 5/24, 10:15. Hydration; RFS pharmacist, Casey Gardner, will discuss the dangers and symptoms of dehydration. Tues., 6/21, 10:15.

PLEASE REMEMBER TO CHECK THE OPPOSITE PAGE FOR OUR TUESDAY DISCUSSION TOPICS AND DATES!!!

Monday 8:30 Low-Impact Aerobics 9:00 Computer Class (registration required) 10:00 Low-Impact Aerobics 10:00 Decorative Painting-ends 5/9 10:30 Basic Exercise/Strength Training 10.30 Acrylics with John Duzs 11:00 NEW!!! Intro to Line Dancing (M & W 5/ 9-6/22) 12:00 Bingo 3:30 Gentle Yoga Tuesday 8:30 Pilates/Yoga 9:45 Intermediate Line Dance 10:00 Shell Art 10:15 Seminar/Presentation (some weeks) 10:45 Performing Line Dance Practice 11:45 Bridge 12:00 Painting with John Duzs 12:30 Mahjong 1:00 Scrabble 1:00 Wood Carving Wednesday 8:30 Cardio Interval 9:00 Computer Class (registration required) 9:00 Ceramics & Clay Class 9:45 Aerobic Video 10:45 Sing-A-Long 11:00 NEW!!! Intro to Line Dancing (M & W) 5/9—6/22)

1:00 Pinochle 1:00 Pottery Thursday 8:30 Pilates Video 9:30 Beginner Line Dance 10:00 Spanish Class 10:30 Bingo 1:00 Canasta 1:00 Pinochle 1:00 Wood Carving 1:00 Water Color Open Studio 2:00 Gentle Yoga 3:15 Chi Gong 3:45 Tai Chi 1-3 Computer Tutor available by appt. Friday 8:30 Video aerobics/Walking group 10:00 Low Impact Aerobics 10:00 Painting–Alma Burke 10:30 Basic Exercise/Balance Training 10:30 Ballroom Dancing 12:00 Bridge 12:30 Painting–Alma Burke Everyday 8:00-5:00 Body Shop 8:30-12:30 Craft Room 8:00-4:30 Computer Lab (closed during scheduled class times)

Northern Wake Senior Center

May Special Events 5/4 Wednesday 10 AM Newcomers’ Tea Orientation for our new members.

5/9 Monday 10:30 AM Blood Pressure Clinic Provided by Melanie from Brightstar.

5/10 Tuesday 10:15 AM Do You Know How Money Works? Presentation by Primerica.

5/14 Saturday 7 PM Ballroom Dance Music provided by Larry Carringer. Cost is $5

5/18 Wednesday 9-11:30 Resource Fair (No 8:45 exercise class!)

5/19 Thursday 9:45 Blood Pressure Clinic Provided by Innovative Senior Care.

5/19 Thursday 7 PM Young at Heart meeting Anybody age 55 and older can join this social club. Annual

membership dues are $5. Entertainment and refreshments provided.

5/23 Monday10:30 AM Blood Pressure Clinic Provided by RFS pharmacist Casey Gardner.

5/24 Tuesday 10:15 AM Overview of Medicare Eligibility Barry Mowbray from the NC Department of

Insurance will share information on this important topic.

5/30 Monday NWSC CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY

……………………………………………………………………………... June Special Events

6/1 Wednesday 10 AM Newcomers’ Tea Orientation for our new members.

6/3 Friday, 9:30 AM Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast for our registered volunteers.

6/7 Tuesday 10:15 Household Allergen Discussion Presented by Pandora.

6/7 Tuesday 3 PM Senior Advisory Board Meeting

6/8 Wednesday 12 PM-2 PM Creating Greeting Cards and Signs Led by Jerry Glenn.

6/9 Thursday 9:45 Blood Pressure Clinic Provided by Innovative Senior Care.

6/11 Saturday 7 PM Ballroom Dance Music provided by Larry Carringer. Cost is $5

6/13 Monday 10:30 AM Blood Pressure Clinic Provided by Melanie from Brightstar.

6/21 Tuesday 10:15 AM Hydration Seminar Led by RFS pharmacist Casey Gardner.

6/21 Tuesday 11:30 AM Ice Cream Social Ice Cream provided by NWSC. Please bring a topping to share.

6/23 Thursday 9:45 Blood Pressure Clinic Provided by Innovative Senior Care.

6/27 Monday 10:30 AM Blood Pressure Clinic Provided by RFS pharmacist Casey Gardner.

Here’s what’s happening at the Eastern Wake Senior Center! Wendell Location

323 Lake Drive 365.4248

Become a Fan of the Eastern Wake Senior Center

MAY and JUNE CLOSINGS Monday May 30th MEMORIAL Day!

NOTE : Monday aerobics class now includes 30 minutes of pilates! Get a cardio– workout and core strengthening all in one class. Starts May 9th Parties : Memorial Day Celebration on May 27 at 10:30 Beach Party on June 24rh at 10:30 am, Ice Cream and a Movie June 29, at 10:30 Talks : Mental Wellness for Seniors on Tuesday May 17 at 10:30, Felicia’s monthly health talk on Wednesday May 18th , and June 15th at 10:30 Identity Theft and Operation Lifesaver on Tuesday May 24th at 10:15, Library Talk on Tuesday May 31 and June 28 at 10:30 . Happy to be 102 Wednes-day June 1st at 10:30 am. TMJ and Back Pain Tuesday June 21, at 10:30 Importance of Social Activi-ties for Seniors June 14th at 10:30, Annual Fashion Show : Presented by the Purple Shoe June 8, at 10:30

Wednesday 8:30 Tone & Sweat with weights 9:00 Tone & Sweat with weights 9:30 Strutters Line Dancing Practice 1:00 Aerobics 2:00 Beginner Line Dancing Thursday 9:00 Bandercise 9:30 Chair Yoga 10:00 Choir 1:00 Acrylic Painting Class (3 hr. class) Friday 8:30 Tone & Sweat with weights 9:00 Chi Gong Exercise Class 10:00 Bingo 10:45 Bell Chimes 1:00 Bridge 1:00 Aerobics

Everyday! 8-5:00pm Body Shop 8-5:00pm Computer Lab Monday 8:30 Tone & Sweat with weights 9:00 Tone & Sweat with weights 9:00 Ceramics 101 10:00 Bingo 1:00 Aerobics /Pilates 2:00 Beginner Line Dancing Tuesday 9:00 Bandercise 9:45 Chi Gong Exercise Class 1:00 Tai Chi 2:00 Yoga

Eastern Wake Senior Center

May Special Events 5/4 Wednesday at 3pm - 7 pm: Golden Jubilee - Caregiver’s Expo - NC State Fairgrounds 5/5 Thursday at 9am - 1pm: Golden Jubilee - Senior Expo - NC State Fairgrounds 5/10 Tuesday at 10am: Blood Pressure Check by Casey Gardner, RFS Pharmacist 5/17 Tuesday at 10:30am: Mental Wellness for Seniors with Karin Stubbs from Myell Home Care Refreshments will be served ! 5/18 Wednesday 10:30am: Monthly Health Talk with Felicia from 3HC 5/24 Tuesday at 10:15am: Identity Theft and Operation Lifesaver presented by the Wake County Sheriffs Dept. 5/26 Wednesday at 10:30am: Reiki Open House 5/27 Friday at 10:30am: Memorial Day Celebration! 5/30 Monday: CENTER IS CLOSED for Memorial Day 5/31 Tuesday at 10:30am: Library Book Talk by Linda from Wendell Public Library

……………………………………………………………………………... June Special Events 6/1-Wedesday at 10:30 am: Happy to be 102 Wendy Murray from Home Care Assistance 6/7-Tuesday at 10:00am: Blood Pressure Check by Casey Gardner, RFS Pharmacist 6/8-Wednesday at 10:30am: Annual Purple Shoe Fashion Show—Call Center for Details 6/14 Tuesday at 10;30am: Importance of Social Activities for Seniors by Karin Stubbs from Myell Home Care 6/15 Wednesday at 10:30am: Monthly Health Talk with Felicia Adams from 3HC 6/21 Tuesday at 10:30am: Ellen Weinel from Carolina Physical Therapy presents TMJ & Neck Pain 6/24 Friday at 10:30am: Beach Party! - Wear your best Bikini and join us for beach music and a covered dish feast! Please sign up and tell us the dish you would like to bring. 6/28 Tuesday at 10:30am: Library Book Talk with Linda From Wendell Public Library 6/29 Wednesday at 10:30am: Ice Cream & Movie

Here’s what’s happening at the Whitaker Mill Senior Center! Raleigh Location

401 E. Whitaker Mill Road 856.6444

Become a Fan of the Whitaker Mill Senior Center

MAY and JUNE CLOSINGS CLOSED: May 30th for Memorial Day

**Center will be closed May 5. Staff will be working at the Golden Jubilee.**

Special Events **We welcome any newcomers to come in for a brief Meet & Greet at the Newcomers Social for May/June on June 30th @ 11am to meet staff and other participants. We would like to hear about you, your feelings about the center and any new ideas or programs you may have or want to see at the center.** **Planning & Social Committee Meeting will be held Every 3rd Wednesday at 9:30am. If you would Like to join this committee please see CT. Every 3rd Friday this committee will get together for a lunch and meet.** **Mondays 9:30am Steve Scholl, Reflexologist, will be here. Reflexology is an alternative medicine method of treat-ment involving the physical act of applying pressure to the feet and hands utilizing specific thumb, finger and hand techniques without the use of oil, cream or lotion and is based on a system of reflex areas that reflect an image of the body. ** The week of May 16th-20th we will have our ANNUAL $5,000 Fundraiser! Every little donation counts! Thank you in advance. Also remember we still are asking for your recipes old or new to go into a cookbook!**

Wednesday 8:45 Low Impact Aerobics 9:00 Every 3rd Wednesday Osteoporosis class - *by referral only* 9:30 Ceramics 9:30 Walking Group 10:00 Computer Class by appointment 10:00 UFO (Unfinished Objects Craft Class) 11:30 Acrylic Class 3:00 NEW! Intermediate/ Advanced Line Dance Thursday 8:45 Pump and Tone Exercise 10:00 Bingo in the nutrition site 11:30 Yoga (1 1/2 hour class) 12:30 NEW! Mahjong 1:00 Advanced Line Dancing 1:15 Hits Chorus 2:00 Computer class by appointment 2:00 Beginner’s Tap Class Friday 9:30 Low Impact Aerobics 10:30 Raleigh Footnotes Performing Line Dance Practice 12:30 Bridge Club 12:30 NEW! Zumba Gold 1:30 Beginning Line Dance

Everyday! 8:00-5:00 Body Shop 8:00-4:30 Computer Lab Monday 9:00 Cardio Express 9:15 Movers and Shakers 9:30-10:30 Private Computer Lessons by appointment only 10:00 Ping Pong 10:00 Bingo in the Nutrition Site 10:00 UFO (Unfinished Objects Craft Class) 1:00 Intro to Line Dancing (8-week class) New class starts March 28th 2:00 Raleigh Footnotes Performing Line Dance Practice 3:00 Beginning/Intermediate Line Dance Tuesday 8:45 Pump and Tone Exercise 9:00 Every 2nd Tuesday Diabetes Class - *by referral only* 9:30 NEW! Casey Gardner’s Health Topic (every 1st Tuesday) 9:30 NEW! Tai Chi (8 week class) 10:30 Advanced Line Dance 12:30 Intermediate Line Dance 12:30 NEW! Mahjong 1:30 Beginning Line Dance 2:30 Yoga

Whitaker Mill Senior Center

May Special Events

05/04 Wednesday: Golden Jubilee’s Caregiver Expo will be held from 3-7pm

05/05 Thursday CENTER CLOSED: Golden Jubilee’s Senior Expo will be taking place from 9-1pm; CENTER WILL BE CLOSED. Staff will be working at the Jubilee. See you there!

05/09 Monday 11:15am: Mother’s Day Appreciation: Ladies of the center stop by the orange room to grab an ice cream sundae

05/12 Thursday 11:00am: Kindred Healthcare: Sign-up in advance to hear a presentation given by kindred healthcare on an important aspect affecting seniors & perhaps a special treat!

05/16-05/20 8-4:30pm: Annual Fundraiser Week: This marks our week of fundraising to reach our $5000 mark to be matched by United Way. Help us continue to serve you! Thanks in advance! 05/27 Friday 11am: Memorial Day Cookout: Sign-up with staff in ADVANCE for the Memorial Day Cookout. We are asking for monetary donations that will help supply the needed food to make this a success.

**Center WILL BE CLOSED on Memorial Day-Monday May 30th, 2011**

05/31 Tuesday 9:30am: Volunteer Breakfast—recognizing our volunteers for January-April 2011. Reminders Reflexology Mondays between 9:30 & 10am Annual Fundraiser Week May 16th-May 20th-$5000 Goal to be matched by United Way ……………………………………………………………………………...

June Special Events

06/01 Wednesday 9:30am: Positive Aging-Come listen as Lisa Levine from Alzheimers NC presents Positive Aging: Healthy Lifestyle Habits for Seniors.

Every Wednesday 10am: Interplay: Back by demand Dyck Dewid will lead interplay, through powerful, practical ideas and a system of practices rooted in storytelling, movement, song and stillness one can gain access to their own “body wisdom” www.interplaync.org

06/15 Wednesday 9:30am: “Help I’ve fallen and can’t get up”: Anne Browning of HELP Personal Emergency Response Systems will do a program on what to do if your doctor says you need “Home Medical Health” care.

06/17 Friday 1pm: Senior Prom: It’s that time again! IBM’s marketing team will be hosting a senior prom. Pull out your old Prom wear and Pictures because we want to see it! Please SIGN-UP in ADVANCE!

06/20 Monday 11:15am: Father’s Day Appreciation: Men of the senior center, today is your day. Come stop by the senior center and grab an ice cream sundae!

06/29 Wednesday 9:30am: Health Series: Karin Stubbs from Cary’s Myell Homecare, www.myell.com, will do a serial presentation the first being on mental wellness

06/30 Thursday Newcomer’s Social: New members for May/June stop by a brief meet and greet w/ staff & other center participants.

Garner Senior Center Special Events

Blood Pressure Screenings every Wednesday at 10

(all classes are 1 hr. unless noted differently)

MAY: May 2 Working through our Grief 10:00am May 4 Medical Equipment 10:00am May 9 Mammograms 10:00am May 10 Diabetic Support Group 10:00am May 11 Now What Was I Saying 10:00am May 16 Working through our Grief 10:00am May 17 Osteoperosis & Exercise 10:00am May 23 Caregiver Support Group 10:00am May 23 Discussion—TBA 1:00pm May 25 Gardening: Flower Pot to Backyard 10:00am May 26 Weight Loss & Nutrition 10:00am JUNE: Jun 6 Working through our Grief 10:00am Jun 7 Social Security 10:00am Jun 8 SHIIP 10:00am Jun 9 AARP Driving Class 10:00am-3:00pm Jun 15 Hydration 10:00am Jun 20 Working through our Grief 10:00am Jun 22 Avada Hearing 10:00am Jun 27 Caregiver Support Group 10:00am Jun 27 Discussion—TBA 1:00pm ……………………………………………………………….

Mammograms Register before April 15th

AARP Driving Register before May 20th

………………………………………………………………. Cary Senior Center Special Events

(all classes are 1 hr. unless noted differently)

MAY: May 2 Going-On Support Group 12pm-1:30pm May 6 Asset Protection 1:00pm May 11 3HC Health/BP Screen 11:00am May 13 Dental Solutions 9:30am May 20 Retirement Choices 9:30am May 23 Caregiver Support Group 11:30am-1pm May 26 Senior Living Options 9:30am JUNE: June 3 Advanced Directives 9:30am June 6 Going-On Support Group 12pm-1:30pm June 8 Windsor Point/BP Screen 11:00am June 10 Long Term Care 9:30am June 17 Choosing Caregiver 9:30am June 23 What Is Hospice? 1:00pm June 23 Senior Living Panel 9:30am June 24 Citizen Involvement 1:00pm June 27 Caregiver Support Group 11:30am –1pm

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Congratulations to the winners of the

2011 Wake County Senior Games

We’ll be rooting for you

at the State Finals in the Fall!

For information about the North Carolina State Finals visit: ncseniorgames.org

Would you like to meet with someone face-to-face to discuss your questions about Medicare, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Drug Plans, or long-term care insurance?

The Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) has volunteers available to meet with you at three RFS-sponsored sites, in addition to the SHIIP main office on Boylan Ave in Raleigh. Appointments are available by calling the site you’d like to go to.

Cary Senior Center 469-4081 Garner Senior Center 661-6894 Northern Wake Senior Center 554-4111 SHIIP Main Office, Raleigh 807-6900

If you need an appointment in other locations, call Theresa Trimble, our RFS/SHIIP Coordinator, who can help you find a volunteer in other parts of the county.

462-3983

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Are You an Advocate for Older Adults in Your Community? Today we are experiencing tough financial times and the need for advocacy for and by older adults is more important than ever. Members of the North Carolina Senior Tar Heel Legislature (STHL) are working to determine the needs of older adults and to pro-mote citizen involvement and advocacy concerning aging issues before the North Carolina General Assembly. Cuts, reductions, elimination and consolidation of pro-grams are being considered by Governor Perdue, the House and the Senate. Currently the STHL is working to maintain funding for Senior Centers. The Senior Center General Purpose Fund has a recommended reduction of $660,000 in State funds. In order to meet this goal recommendations include shifting all state monetary support to Centers of Merit and Centers of Excellence. Out of 162 centers in the state, roughly 85 non certified centers would lose their funding. The Home and Community Care Block Grant (HCCBG) supports 18 aging services such as home delivered meals, transportation, in-home aide, and adult day care. The Gov-ernor’s budget reduction of $200,000 would only affect “volunteer program develop-ment” which is funded in eleven counties in the state. However, the House and Senate may decide to reduce the current level of state funding of 31.7 million dollars by 12%-14%. Currently Project C.A.R.E. has been implemented in 40 counties in the state. This is a respite program providing assistance to caregivers who have family members suffering from Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. The Governor’s Budget supports recurring funds of $500,000, but the House has not proposed continuing support. Advocacy is needed to maintain this current funding and to expand it beyond the 40 counties in which it is now located. Opportunities for advocacy are available through your Senior Centers, your church communities, your civic organizations and the Senior Tar Heel Legislature. Contact the Wake County delegate to the STHL, Marie McBride at 919-832-9835 or mcbridera-leigh@aol.com. Prescription Drug Assistance Low income beneficiaries can apply through “Relay for Extra Help” for NCRX, a state financial assistance program that helps pay for prescription medications. A new enroll-ment date for new Medicare Part D plans will be open between October 15 and De-cember 7. Call your NC Department of Insurance for information. They have over 800 SHIIP volunteers across the state ready to respond to your questions. Free Legal Assistance Older adults in North Carolina now have a way to get legal advice free of charge. Seniors may call the NC Legal Helpline to acquire legal advice, legal options, and to clarify legal issues. This helpline is available for adults aged 60 and older. Call 877-579-7562 for additional information.

Curious about what services are offered

at the Senior Centers?

Did you know you can find out about…

Tax Assistance Legal Aid

Health Screenings SHIIP Services

Referrals & Assistance Medicare/Medicaid Info

Senior Games Job Training

Job Placement Nutrition Programs

Daily Lunch Home Delivered Meals

Support Group Info. Annual Health Fairs

Topics from Speakers Special Events

Come on in and enjoy! Activities are scheduled in this newsletter or just

drop in and enjoy!

In Memory Jeanette

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Join a fun, new joint safe activity from a trusted source proven to make an impact on your daily life.

Tai Chi may improve:

Relaxation Balance Concentration Muscle Strength Memory Stamina Did you know… The ancient discipline of Tai Chi combines agile steps, joint safe exercise and mental strength to improve mobility, breathing and relaxation in ways that help you feel in greater control over your daily life. It’s a joint safe way for people of all ages to enjoy life and meet new friends, while taking control of your physical, emotional and mental health.

CARE OUTSIDE OF THE HOME Full-day adult day care in a group setting at our Total Life Center Adult Day Care Facilities. ·····················································

RESPITE CARE Rest for the full-time caregiver who needs a break provided in our Adult Day Care facilities or in your home with our in-home aides. ·····················································

COMPANION REGISTRY Training in home safety, fun one-on-one activities, CPR, communication, etc. A registry of graduates is available for review and hire. ·····················································

MEDS PROGRAM Pharmacists review the medication that someone is taking to prevent unsafe side effects. We can also provide access to free medication for individuals based on income. ·····················································

IN HOME ASSISTANCE Companions or homemakers: Help with housekeeping or grocery shopping. Nursing assistants or CNA’s: Help with hands-on personal care such as bathing and dressing. CAP-DA: Medicaid based program that provides in-home care & other support services to eligible adults. Wake Independence at Home: Care Managers monitor services to assure that the maximum resources are used with the greatest quality of care.

INFORMATION Information & Referral: Phone, email or face-to-face meetings. Housing Counseling: Housing and communities, reverse mortgages and home safety issues. Speakers Bureau: We can speak about a wide range of senior focused issues. Caregiver Support Groups: Support groups meet monthly on Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Caregiving and Diabetes. Website: 24/7 up-to-date information about all Wake County senior-focused information. The Directory of Resources: 700+ local services & comprehensive reference section provided in this free book. The Senior Sampler: Bi-Monthly Senior Center Calendar of Events and Activities. ·····················································

SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTERS A variety of programs designed to provide social, educational and health support to the older adult. Recreational activities, exercise classes, health education, and legal aid offered as well. Ranked Top Ten in the Nation for our Physical Education Program by the NCOA. Designated as “Centers of Excellence.” ·····················································

LONG TERM CARE REFERRALS We can refer you to a variety of housing options:

• Retirement communities that provide meals and housekeeping.

• Assisted living communities that provide more continuous help and supervision

• Nursing homes to address complex medical needs.

EVENTS Golden Jubilee Senior Expo: The largest event of its kind in the area, held at the NC State Fairgrounds with over 150 exhibitors. ·····················································

TRANSPORTATION Availability of senior transportation varies depending on where you live. We provide info on: • door-to-door van service • subsidized cab fare • public transportation ·····················································

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Looking for something to do? We can match you with an agency based on your skills and interests. ·····················································

HOUSING & HOME IMPROVEMENT Minor Home Repairs: Handicap access and other incidental repairs to maintain your home. Home Improvements: Additions, decks, bath remodeling and kitchens. Weatherization Assistance Program: Free energy related repairs or improvements for low-income Wake County homeowners and renters. ·····················································

FRIENDLY VISITORS Weekly visits or daily phone calls by a volunteer for the homebound older adult who would like to increase social contact.

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