ACAA | OLDER ADULT SERVICES

MEDICARE COUNSELING

UNDERSTANDING MEDICARE 109

Ages 60 & older This class will cover the basics of Medicare, including the four parts of Medicare – Parts A, B, C and D, eligibility, enrollment, coverage choices and costs and resources for help. The class speaker is a representative from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), a federal agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Please Note: this live class will be broadcast virtually to a room for patrons to view and ask questions. 54581 Sept. 8 54582 Oct. 6 54583 Nov. 3 • Thu., 9-10:30 a.m. • Free; registration required • Aurora Center for Active Adults

SOCIAL SECURITY 101

Ages 40 & older This class is presented by Josh Weller, a Public Affairs Specialist with the Social Security Administration. Josh will cover the basics of Social Security including retirement, disability, survivor and dependent benefits. Note: this live class will be broadcast virtually via Microsoft Teams to a room for patrons to view and ask questions. 54584 Sept. 6 – Beck Recreation Center 54585 Oct. 4 – Aurora Center for Active Adults 54586 Nov. 1 – Moorhead Recreation Center • Tue., 9:30-11:30 a.m. • Free; registration required

AARP-SAFE DRIVING COURSE

Refresh your driving skills in time for your next big adventure! AARP is offering this course online, as well as in person at the Aurora Center for Active Adults! Please call 303.906.5197 or email deabe35@gmail.com to register in advance of class. Sept. 7 Sept. 21 Oct. 5 Oct. 19 Nov. 2 Nov. 16

• Wed., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. • Aurora Center for Active Adults

COFFEE WITH A COP

Ages 18 & older Join our Senior Resource Officer, Jim Seneca for coffee and doughnuts. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect and discuss important issues within the community while gaining valuable safety tips. This program is free; however, pre-registration is required. 54587 Oct. 11 • Wed., 10-11 a.m. • Free; registration required • Aurora Center for Active Adults

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION EDUCATION

Visit alz.org for additional resources and to take free online courses on dozens of topics, including care strategies and the latest in Alzheimer’s research.

UNDERSTANDING AND RESPONDING TO DEMENTIA-RELATED BEHAVIOR

Ages 18 & older Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. However, some behaviors can present real challenges for caregivers to manage. Join us to learn to decode behavioral messages, identify common behavior triggers and learn strategies to help intervene with some of the most common behavioral challenges of Alzheimer’s disease. 54611 Sept. 13 • Tue., 10-11:30 a.m. • Free; registration required • Aurora Center for Active Adults

COLORADO VISITING NURSES ASSOCIATION (CVNA) HEALTH CLINICS

Medical Foot Care provided by a Colorado CVNA Registered Nurse. Appointments required. Payment due at time of service and may be a benefit of some Kaiser plans. Clinics are scheduled on the second and fourth Monday of each month with appointment times from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Please call 303.698.6496 for questions or appointments. Sept. 12 & 26 | Oct. 10 & 24 | Nov. 14 & 28 • Aurora Center for Active Adults

VOA MEAL BOX PROGRAM

Ages 60 & older The Volunteers of America provides meals to seniors ages 60+. Due to the pandemic, these meals are provided frozen, on a biweekly pickup basis until further notice. Meals will hopefully resume in-person soon, stay tuned! Interested in applying to receive food? Call Nancy Baum at 303.739.7961 for more information.

EVERGREEN BOXES (FORMERLY CALLED COMMODITIES)

Ages 60 & older Food Bank of the Rockies Parking lot drive-up distribution only on-site at the Aurora Center for Active Adults. Look for the Food Bank of the Rockies Truck to check-in after pre-registering by phone at 720.738.9673. • First Tuesday of each month; 8:30-10:30 a.m. • Aurora Center for Active Adults parking lot

DROP-IN CARDS

Ages 18 & older Various groups gather at the ACAA card area on weekday afternoons to engage in games including Hand & Foot, Bridge, Mah Jongg and more! Join us today! Call 303.739.7950 for more information. • Aurora Center for Active Adults

DEL MAR DASHERS WALKING GROUP

Ages 50+ The benefits of walking go beyond weight loss and muscle strength. Lighten your mood, improve circulation and sleep, lower Alzheimer’s risk and support your joints! One loop around Del Mar Circle is one mile on sidewalk terrain. Interested in meeting new people and reaping the walking benefits? Call Nancy Baum at 303.739.7961 for more information.