BY THE BEARD CENTER ON AGING AT LYNCHBURG COLLEGE
Brewer Townhouse at Lynchburg College Brewer Meeting Room
Thursdays: 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Attend 3 of the 5 healthy aging programs (or more) and receive a discounted rate for the 2009 Conference on Aging. The conference, which will be held at Lynchburg College on June 9, 2009, will feature keynote addresses from Eve Reid, author of “Fearless Aging” and Dr. Peter Betz from Centra.
February 5, 2009
HEALTHY AGING
The lifestyle choices we make every day promote social well-being, physical fitness, mental wellness, and longevity. Learn more about making "good choices" which can promote your longevity and help you live a healthy, productive life.
Todd Olsen, Ph.D., Lynchburg College
February 12, 2009
TIPS FOR REMAINING IN YOUR HOME AFTER RETIREMENT
Remaining at home can become a challenge as we age and our physical ability declines. Learn simple things you can do and equipment available that will enable you to remain at home and functioning at your highest and safest level. Find out where to get free medical equipment and what equipment Medicare pays for. Discover how to access outpatient therapy. This program provides a wealth of information and showcases products available today.
Robert Michalides, Occupational Therapist, Centra
Jeff Pullen, President, FREE of Lynchburg
Carrie Weeks, President, & Dave Evans, Sales Associate, Independent Lifestyles
Jenifer Quilodran, Compliance Officer, GME Medical Supplies
February 19, 2009
HOW DO I PAY?: TAKING THE MYSTERY OUT OF FINANCING CARE FOR AN OLDER LOVED ONE
Finding ways to finance care for ourselves or our loved ones is extremely difficult. In this program we will discuss Medicare, Medicaid, Auxiliary Grants, sliding scale fees, and other means available for financing home health care, nursing home care, adult day care, and other services.
Teresa Wiley, RN, First Dominion Home Health
February 26, 2009
FALLS PREVENTION FOR PERSONS OVER SIXTY
Falls can be devastating to older adults. They are the leading reason for nursing home placements and death. They have also been linked to brain injuries. Learn how you can remain safe and prevent falls both in your home and in the community.
Judith Johnson, Regional Resource Coordinator, Brain Injury Association of Virginia, Inc.
March 5, 2009
END-OF-LIFE DECISIONS: WHAT I SHOULD BE DOING?
Do your family members know your end-of-life preferences including your medical wishes and your desires for funeral arrangements? Do you have a will, advance directives, or a durable power of attorney? Learn more about what you need to do and learn how to converse with your family about your wishes.
Larry Symonds, Community Coordinator, AARP Virginia
Chris Tharp, Tharp Funeral Home and Crematory
Denise Scruggs, Director, Beard Center on Aging at Lynchburg College