Senior Events

September 8, 2016 by Staff Report

Senior Center Events

Chardon Senior Center, 12555 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon, 440-279-2130.

Low Vision Support Group: Sept. 12, 10 a.m. Meeting is led by Cleveland Sight Center.

Geauga Parks: Sept. 12, 1 p.m. Geauga Park District presents “Sounds of the Night.”

Gadget Guru: Sept. 13, 12:30 p.m. Receive assistance with basic technical questions. Call for appointment.

Middlefield Senior Center, 15820 Ridgewood Drive, Middlefield, 440-632-0611.

MyoFit: Sept. 14, 10:30 a.m. Prepare for colder weather Learn some tips from the experts on how to prepare for the upcoming colder months and stay safe.

Social Worker Assistance: Sept. 15, 9 a.m. to noon. Call for information.

West Geauga Senior Center, 12650 West Geauga Plaza, Unit #4, Chester, 440-721-1416.

Geauga Health Talks: Sept. 9, 11 a.m. University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center presents “Flu & You.”

Healthy Living for Brain and Body: Sept. 14, 10:30 a.m. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association, Cleveland Area Chapter, Sound Inspirations Music Therapy, Tridia Hospice, and Geauga Department on Aging. Reservations are required.

Chagrin Falls Senior Center, 7060 Woodland Ave., Bainbridge Township, 440-247-8510.

Flu & You: Sept. 8, 11 a.m. Presented by University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center.

Chair Volleyball Tournament: Sept. 9, 10 a.m. Sponsored by Hamlet Village. Gather friends to form a team. Cost is $20 for a team of six. $3 Lunch donation for spectators is $3. Call for information.

Veterans Breakfast: Sept. 13, 9 a.m. Free to veterans. Suggested donation for spouses is $3.

Yard Cleanup Volunteers Needed

The Geauga County Department on Aging is looking for volunteers to help in seniors’ yards in October and November. Many local seniors no longer rake their yards, weed flowerbeds, cleanup yard debris or wash windows. By volunteering just a few hours of time, you can help a senior citizen remain independent and allow them to live in a safe, clean environment.

Volunteers will generally be assigned close to their homes to make the most of their volunteer time; although, some volunteers may choose another area in which they would like to work.

Individuals or groups who can help are asked to contact the Department on Aging by calling Kristen Bibby, volunteer coordinator at 440-279- 2138 or Sherri Davis at 440-279-2129, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Medicare 101

Sept. 14, 7-8:30 p.m.

The introductory overview at the Chardon Library will provide valuable information to those new to Medicare or looking to help a family member or friend. Included topics are: Medicare parts A, B, C, D and Medicare supplements. Adam Van Boxel, of the Geauga Department on Aging and trained as an Ohio Senior Health Insurance Program counselor, will be providing objective information and updates.

To register, call the library at 440-285-7601 or visit www.geaugalibrary.net.

Healthy Living for Brain & Body

Sept. 14, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

The Alzheimer’s Association, Cleveland Area Chapter, Sound Inspirations Music Therapy LLC, and Tridia Hospice will present Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body at the West Geauga Senior Center, 12646 West Geauga Plaza Unit 4, in Chester Township.

Science is now able to provide insights into how to optimize physical and cognitive health as seniors age. Join to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement. Lunch will be provided by Tridia Hospice.

Call the West Geauga Senior Center to RSVP at 440-721-1416.

Geauga Memory Cafe

Sept. 17, 10 a.m. to noon

The Geauga Memory Cafe presents the Carnival of the Senses for those with dementia and their caregivers at Geauga County Department on Aging, 12555 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon. Both will be able to visit carnival booths to experience and learn more about various treatment modalities, such as aroma therapy, art therapy, pet therapy and music therapy.

The Geauga Memory Cafe creates quarterly themed recreation and networking opportunities for individuals and their care partners. Space is limited. RSVP to Vicki at 440-279-2149 by Sept. 13.

September Lunch & Learn

Sept. 16, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Geauga seniors, 60 years of age and older, are invited to the Geauga County Department on Aging’s Lunch & Learn for September at Burton Health Care, 14095 East Center St. in Burton. Come out and enjoy a free lunch and speaker who will discuss “Dreams Fulfilled: Creating & Achieving Your Bucket List.”

This Lunch & Learn is the fourth installment in a six-part series that take place at various health care facilities around Geauga County.

Limited transportation to Burton is available from the Chardon Senior Center. To register, arrange transportation, or for more information on the series, call the Chagrin Falls Senior Center at 440-247-8510. Next month, the series will take place Oct. 21 at Brooks House.

Russell Township Senior Trash Pickup

Sept. 21 and 22

In order to be placed on the cleanup list, one must first be registered with the Geauga County Department on Aging, be 60 years of age or older and live in Russell Township.

As a special service to senior residents, Russell Township and the Department on Aging will pick up refuse from the seniors who need assistance. Have items ready to be moved out the evening before the pickup. Do not leave items curbside.

No liquids, paints, antifreeze or motor oil, hazardous materials, plastic-coated wire, construction debris, rocks, yard waste, tree trunks or household garbage will be accepted.

Metal items, appliances, televisions and electronic equipment will be accepted. Mattresses must be wrapped in plastic and taped securely. Only 10 household items per home and the trash should be from the registered senior’s household only.

No tires will be picked up, as Russell will have a separate tire pickup in August. Smaller materials should be consolidated in strong boxes and kept dry (tarped) if possible.

For more information or to register by Sept. 13, call the Department on Aging at 440-279-2129 or 440-279-2130 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Health Care Planning

Sept. 27, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Advance Directives Committee of Geauga County Bar Association and Hospice of the Western Reserve will host a free presentation at Chardon Senior Center, 12555 Ravenwood Drive in Chardon, for Geauga County seniors focusing on healthcare power of attorney, living will declarations and donor registration. Forms will be provided to those in attendance and the committee will work seniors to complete the documents.

There will be two more presentations. The first will be on Oct. 26 from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at the Bainbridge Public Library and the second will be Nov. 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the West Geauga Senior Center for those who cannot make the September date. For more information, call the Geauga County Department on Aging at 440-279-2130.