September 9, 2010
Demystifying Hearing Loss
10:00 AM

Everyone is welcome to attend a luncheon and presentation titled Demystifying Hearing Loss at Immanuel Lutheran Church in St. Paul. People will learn the tools that are available to assist with hearing diffculties and make day-to-day functioning easier. Mary Bauer, Minnesota Department of Human Services – Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, will present. Call 651-699-5560 to make reservations ($7) and/or to schedule a free hearing screening between 10:00 and noon, before the presentation.

September 10, 2010
Film Festival and Program

Please join ECRA and the Center on Aging for a full-day program featuring movies and discussions. Movies will focus on creativity and aging, legal issues and aging, caring and dementia, and end-of-life decision making. Opinion leaders in the field of long-term care and aging will join moderator Jim Vanden Bosch from Terra Nova Films. CEUs are available.

More Information: www.eldercarerights.org/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={E565E300-E9C9-4414-A903-357F742FE457}

September 11, 2010
Fort Snelling by Torchlight

Have you ever wondered what Fort Snelling is like after dark? Come to Fort Snelling for a special evening as its personnel open the gates and let you explore the site by torchlight. Learn about the shadowy side of the fort as you participate in a court martial to help decide the fate of one of Fort Snelling’s soldiers. The cost is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, and $7 for children. The event is free for members of the Minnesota Historical Society (MHS). The event requires registration and prepayment. Tours are also available on September 18 and October 30.

More Information: events.mnhs.org/calendar/Index.cfm?VenueID=12

September 13, 2010
Body, Brain, and Basics Bootcamp for adults 50+
2:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Kick start your body and brain into gear! Everyone is invited to attend this 2 1/2 hour session that includes:

• 45 minutes of exercise
• 45 minutes of brain challenges
• A mini-seminar on healthy eating, brain basics, exercises, and a Social Worker will lead a class onwhat you should know about Medicare, Health Directives, etc.
  

This event is cosponsored by: Volunteers Of America-Minnesota Southwest Center, Minneapolis Parks and Recreation, and Minneapolis Community Education. Cost is $35.00 for the session and people must register at least one week prior to the start of the session. Contact Mary Ann at 612-822-3194 or mschoenberger@voamn.org for more informaiton.

September 25, 2010
Twin Cities Memory Walk

The Memory Walk is the Association’s largest local event that raises both awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and dollars to support dementia advocacy, support, education, and research programs. Help support the cause by walking either the long (3 mile) or short (.7 mile) route at the Three Rivers Park District – Hyland Park Reserve. Enjoy free snacks, visit the children’s area or sponsors’ tent, and join the Alzheimer’s Association for the post-walk program. In addition, the agency will host multiple kick-off parties throughout the Twin Cities. To learn about the kick-off parties, call 952-830-0512.

More Information: www.alz.org/mnnd

September 25, 2010
How Can I Afford Retirement

Beginning September 25, Hennepin County Library is offering its How Can I Afford Retirement Series. If you are approaching retirement or recently retired this might be for you. Plan to attend one or more sessions designed to help you make informed financial investment choices regarding your retirement assets. The programs will:

• provide objective, noncommercial information
• offer better ways to manage your retirement savings
• help you avoid misleading advice

More Information: www.hclib.org/pub/events/AffordRetirement.cfm

October 6, 2010
Journey into the Country of Aging

Beginning October 6, 2010 you are invited to join Joyce Eckes and Lucia Leck on Wednesday evenings to learn useful tips and tools for traveling into the Country of Aging. Attendees will participate in a self-awareness inventory, learn self-care, and gain understanding of cross cultural perspectives and practices. Sessions meet through May 11. The cost is $25 for each session or $100 for seven sessions. Call 651-696-2788 for more information.

More Information: www.wisdomwayscenter.org