01/03/20 - 01/16/20

Announcements

Our bodies change as we age, and so do the ways certain substances (prescription drugs,
medications, alcohol, etc.) impact us. Join us for a discussion about substance use
among older adults. What does it mean? How can we recognize a potential problem in
ourselves and others? How do we talk about it, and with whom? What treatment options are available? Experts will discuss these topics and more and be available to answer questions. Questions can be asked following the presentation, or submitted in writing.

Our presenters will be:

• Jena Ivey Burkhart, PharmD, BCPS, CPP, from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Pharmacy
• Heather Griffin-Dolciney, LCSW, LCAS, CCS, from Freedom House
• Sharon Reilly, MD, Medical Director from Piedmont Health SeniorCare PACE
• Dr. Stuart Downie, MB ChB, Geriatric Psychiatrist from Duke

Fee: FREE
Register by: Friday, January 17, call (919) 968-2070

Seymour Center
Wednesday, January 22 • 5:30 - 7 pm

Aging Transitions Services

Memory Café on the Move

A social outlet for people with dementia and their care partners.  Come out for fun activities in the community. For more information contact Kim Lamon-Loperfido, 919- 245-4253, or kloperfido@orangecountync.gov

Carolina Basketball Museum Tour
Wed, Jan 15                       (350003-14)                        1:30 pm

Dementia Basics 

Classes and Trips

TED Talks at Passmore and Seymour

What are TED Talks? TED stands for Technology, Entertainment and Design.  Join us aa 15 minute video/talk and follow up discussions. 

Fee: FREE
Register one week prior to event

PASSMORE CENTER
Tue, Jan 21; 2 – 3 pm - The Gift and Power of Emotional Courage – Susan David
Psychologist Susan David shares how the way we deal with our emotions shapes everything that matters: our actions, careers, relationships, health and happiness. In this deeply moving, humorous and potentially life-changing talk, she challenges a culture that prizes positivity over emotional truth and discusses the powerful strategies of emotional agility.

SEYMOUR CENTER
Mon, Jan 13; 2 - 3 pm – How to Humor Your Stress - Loretta Laroche
Don't believe everything you think! Many of our thoughts can be the source of amusement if we learn how to discover our inner sitcom. Life does not have to be a stress rehearsal. When we explore how to "lighten up", we also help to "lighten up" the world. 

Vintage Jewelry Magnets

Join us in a multi-cultural craft corner as we create beautiful and useful decorative magnets out of old baubles and bling! Let’s connect through art! Seniors of all cultures and languages are welcome and encouraged to join – staff will be there to interpret as needed. Supplies provided. Min: 6/Max: 20

Trilingual class: English/Chinese/Spanish
Register by:  Thu, Jan 9
Fee:  FREE

Seymour Center
Thu, Jan 16              (314070-01)             1 – 2:30 pm

Employment Services for Older Adults

Health and Wellness

Hearing Screening and Ear Wax Check

Do you have a hearing problem? Have you fallen recently? These two simple questions are the first step to assess a patient’s hearing status. Patricia O Johnson, AuD, F-AAA, ABA Certified, Doctor of Audiology and UNC Hearing and Communication Center Staff will provide the screenings at the senior centers. There will also be an explanation on the causes and symptoms of hearing loss.

Register by: Fri, Jan 17
Fee: FREE

Passmore Center 
Thu, Jan 23    (252505-02)       9 am – 12 noon

Seymour Center                    
Fri, Jan 24      (352079-01)       9 am – 12 noon

Heartfulness Meditation

Weekly meditation sessions last 25 - 30 min with a simple relaxation technique and a guided group meditation. These meditation techniques are effective and simple and something that can easily be integrated into one's life style. The sessions are open to everyone irrespective of religion, nationality, personal beliefs or other demographics.  No prior experience necessary. Learn more at www.heartfulness.org

Regular meditation helps:

• Improve cardiovascular health
• Reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety
• Increase coping and problem-solving skills
• Decrease burnout

Instructors: Dr Meenu Tewari & Devi Sekar
Fee: FREE

Seymour Center                                         
Thu, Jan 9 – Feb 27      (342005-01)                   6 – 7 pm

Posture Clinic

Learn the seven steps to a better posture. Poor posture is one of the most common health problems. It reduces your mobility; increases your risk of falling; can cause headaches; adversely affects blood pressure and mood; constricts breathing and causes muscle imbalances leading to chronic pain - and can even increase your mortality.

The clinic will include brief lectures, educational handouts, and simple yoga poses to reverse postural aging. Students will need to be able to get down on a mat. Instructor: Amritari Martinez, M.A., E-RYT Certified Yoga Wellness Educator and Former State Credentialed Adult Instructor. Ph: 919-904-7657, Website: www.mindhealthyoga.com
Register by: Wed. Jan 15
 
Fee: $56
 
Seymour Center
Tuesdays, Jan 21 – Mar 3; 3:30 – 4:30 pm

Lunch Program

Volunteers Needed

Help prepare and serve lunch from 11:30 - 1:00 pm at the Seymour Center. Interested? Please call Isabel Jackson, 919-245-4256. 

 SENIOR LUNCH PROGRAM 

The Senior Lunch Program offers hot, nutritious meals at the Orange County Senior Centers each Monday through Friday at noon. Meals are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Orange County residents 60 years and older are invited to participate. For people under age 60, a meal costs $6. Voluntary and confidential donations for lunch are a very important part of the Program's budget which includes funding from the Older Americans Act, Orange County Government, and the Towns of Carrboro, Chapel Hill, and Hillsborough.

Medicare Assistance

Meet and Mingle

Do you like to read? Join a local book club!

BOOK CLUB at the Passmore Center
NEW! Come; join a book discussion group with other book lovers.

Passmore Center: 10:30 am

• Wed, Jan 22; Guernesy Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows. A historical fiction set in 1946 as an epistolary novel
• Wed, Feb 26; Pachinko by Min Jin Lee. A historical novel of a Korean family migrating to Japan

MONDAY NIGHT BOOK CLUB at the Chapel Hill Library
Chapel Hill's Monday Night Book Club is a public book club open to participation by anyone in the Chapel Hill community. We welcome new readers/participants in our discussions. 

Chapel Hill Public Library: 6:30 - 7:45 pm

• Mon, Jan 13; The Overstory by Richard Powers 
• Mon, Feb 17; My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite  

Seymour Tech Center

Enroll at the Seymour Center. For class list see below or call Seymour Front Desk at 919-968-2070. If you have questions or need assistance with class choices, please call Mike Gilliom at 919-636-0993.

To check our class schedule & course descriptions, and sign up for our upcoming technology classes, go to our website: 

 SEYMOUR TECH CENTER 

Special Events

Chinese Lunar New Year Celebration! - The Year of the Rat

The most important Chinese holiday is the Lunar New Year, which is known in China as Spring Festival, and in other Asian cultures as Lunar New Year. The festival ushers in the Lunar New Year and is the West’s Christmas and New Year’s Eve rolled into one. Enjoy a variety of entertainment followed by a reception with traditional snacks to celebrate. All are welcome. Min: 50/Max: 100

Register by: Thu, Jan 23, call 919-968-2070
Fee: FREE

Seymour Center
Thu, Jan 30                   (353045-01)                                    2:30 – 5 pm 

Passmore Center - Meet and Greet

Tax Assistance

Volunteer Connect 55+

Calling Volunteers of All Ages!

We are seeking volunteers of all ages to join the VC55+ family of over 400 volunteers! The right volunteer match can be infinitely meaningful and fun – let us help you find your ideal volunteer match!

Opportunities Include:

• Seymour & Passmore Center Greeter Team
• Bi-Lingual (Karen/Burmese/Spanish/English) Volunteer Team
• Long-term Care Volunteer Program with Signature HealthCARE
• Handy Helpers Team
• Friend to Friend Team
• Community Visitation/SALT Team
• Volunteer Drivers Team

To become a volunteer, please contact Shenae McPherson,VC55+ Administrator,
at 919-245-4243, or shmcpherson@orangecountync.gov.

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