Tag: Department of Aging
Aging: What’s Normal And What’s Not
Have you ever wondered if those “senior moments” are something to worry about? How about the physical changes you’ve noticed and aren’t too happy about? Learn more about “Aging: What’s Normal, What’s Not,” a Caregiver Workshop offered by the National Family Caregiver Support Program at the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities. In [...]
Kinship Caregivers Support Groups
The public can attend Kinship Caregiver Support Groups and express their concerns during two meetings on June 14 in the county. The meetings are free and are for those who are providing Kinship Care. Kinship Care is commonly defined as the full-time care, nurturing, and protection of children by relatives or other adults who have [...]
Caregiver Workshops Scheduled
Are you a caregiver? Do you sometimes feel you are “Living in the Land of Oz”? Find your way and get some help at the Caregiver Workshop Series offered by the National Family Caregiver Support Program at the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities. The free workshop series is from 1 to 3 [...]
Register Of Wills Lauren Parker To Speak
Losing a loved one is always stressful, whether it is the result of a lingering illness or accident. Yet, there are still many things that you will need to take care of after the death. Learn what steps you need to take in a presentation titled “After the Death of a Loved One” by Lauren [...]
Pets On Wheels, Mom And Me
Want to cheer up a lonely person by visiting with your pet or young child? Consider signing up for an orientation session to be held in May for the Pets on Wheels, Mom and Me, and Life Enrichment programs. The Life Enrichment program provides weekly visits to residents of nursing homes and assisted living sites [...]
Phone In Alzheimer’s Seminars
The county Department of Aging and Disabilities announces that the public can call in and listen to a live seminar about dementia without leaving home or office. The Alzheimer’s Association is offering “Connected Conversations” telephone seminars from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. in May and June. Participants can learn practical tips for managing dementia behaviors as [...]
The Future Is Now! Are You Ready?
You might not want to even think about it as Spring comes, but are you ready to know what to do if you have to plan a funeral? What paperwork will you have to file when a loved one dies? Get prepared at two free workshops in the continuing series called “The Future Is Now! [...]
5th Annual Maryland Senior Idol
The public can attend the 5th annual Maryland Senior Idol Contest, a competition of vocalists from at least nine counties in the State. The two Anne Arundel County representatives at the event are Betty Roesler of Severn, who will sing “Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue,” and Shirley Valencia of Brooklyn Park, who will [...]
Living Healthy With Chronic Conditions
The county Department of Aging and Disabilities will present a free six-week workshop series from 12:15 to 2:45 p.m. on Thursdays, April 14 through May 19, at the Pascal Senior Activity Center, 125 Dorsey Road, Glen Burnie. “Living Healthy with Chronic Conditions” is a self-management program for adults to help them to handle their chronic [...]
19th Annual Caregivers’ Conference
Family and professional caregivers, social workers, nurses and others can get information and access resources at the 19th annual Caregivers’ Conference set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 9, at the Annapolis Senior Activity Center, 119 S. Villa Ave., Annapolis. The Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities has once again teamed [...]
Nutrition Seminars
Paulette Thompson, nutritionist, will give one-hour presentations at 10 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays on nutrition and vegetables at two county nutrition sites. She also will demonstrate food preparation, and provide food samples. Raffles also will be held at the programs, which are presented by the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities Senior Nutrition [...]
Senior Idols Advance
A singing hairdresser from Brooklyn and a retired dental assistant from Severn won the chance to represent Anne Arundel County in the Maryland Senior Idol Vocal Competition after auditions were held Friday at the Pascal Senior Activity Center in Glen Burnie. More than 60 people watched the auditions on the center’s theater stage. A hair [...]
Dinner Theater Trip For Seniors
Reservations are being taken now for a trip to see “Send Me No Flowers” at the Rainbow Dinner Theatre in Paradise, Pa., on Feb. 17, sponsored by the O’Malley Senior Activity Center, 1275 Odenton Road, Odenton. The bus will leave the senior center at 10 a.m. and return at 5:30 p.m. The comedy is about [...]
Maryland Seniors Invited To Senior Idol!
The fifth annual Maryland Senior Idol Competition and Benefit, hosted by the Baltimore City Department of Recreation and Parks Senior-Citizen Division, will be held on March 30 at the Chesapeake Arts Center Theater, 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park. It will recognize top senior vocalists in the state. Maryland counties will conduct local auditions and each [...]
Living With A Chronic Illness?
The Department of Aging and Disabilities graduated 36 individuals last year in its new program, “Living Healthy with Chronic Conditions,” a self-management workshop for adults to help them to manage their chronic conditions. These include diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, obesity, chronic pain or anxiety, and heart disease. The free workshops will continue this month [...]
Thank You Northrop Grumman!
Once again, Northrop Grumman shows its community mettle. Northrop Grumman Corp. employees took “angel tree” requests for gifts, and purchased and wrapped enough presents to be distributed to nearly 500 senior citizens in Anne Arundel County. This is the 6th year the company has supported this program. County caseworkers are delivering the gifts to their [...]
The Future Is Now
The Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities will present a free workshop to help Baby Boomers prepare themselves and their parents with life experiences. “The Future Is Now! Are You Ready?” series will continue with a talk, “Just Because You’re A Target, You Don’t Have to Be a Victim!” It will be held [...]
Foster Grandparents Appreciation Day
Nearly 50 participants in the county’s Foster Grandparents Program enjoyed an Appreciation Day with games and a luncheon held by the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities at Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church in Severna Park. Kristin Plumer, program director, presented citations for years of service. Marie Wallis and Romaine Parker each have the [...]
Living In The Land Of Oz
Registration is open! The National Family Caregiver Support Program at the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities will present the Fall 2010 Caregiver Workshop Series. “The Dementia Series: Living in the Land of Oz” will be held at seven senior activity centers in the county. Three workshops will be presented at each center [...]
Health Care Reform and You
Health Care Reform is now law – but what does this mean for you and your Medicare? The Senior Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) of the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities will present a program, “Health Care Reform and Medicare,” to address this important issue. SHIP will discuss the new law’s effect [...]
Single Seniors Group To Meet
The Single Seniors Group at Pascal Senior Activity Center in Glen Burnie encourages companionship and support among members and promotes group participation in activities such as movies, dances, picnics, tours, and presentations. Upcoming activities are: • Monday, May 3, 10 a.m., monthly meeting at the center, 125 Dorsey Road, Glen Burnie. • Sunday, May 9, [...]
Free Workshops For Older Adults
The Future Is Now! Are You Ready? The Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities will help older adults to get their lives in order with a series of free workshops titled “The Future is Now! Are You Ready?” focusing on legal, financial, and future expectations. The series will be held Wednesdays from 6:30 [...]
