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52 Winter/Spring 2020 Cary Senior Center Resources for Seniors CARY POLICE DEPARTMENT Have your voice heard and hear from the Cary Police Department to learn about what who they are, what they do and how they can help you and your community. Thu Feb 27 9:30–10:30 a.m. 001442 VA BENEFITS Informative presentation and overview of available VA benefits including: VA Pension Aid & Attendance and Service Connected Compensation claims: The role and function of the VA Regional Medical Center and Outpatient clinics inclusive of using DAV for trips to these facilities; Locations of VA subsidized assisted living and skilled nursing facilities; Private burial benefits and access to National Cemetary for burial and perpetual care and home care and durable medical equipment provision. Presented by Senior Veterans Council. Fri Feb 28 9:30–10:30 a.m. 001434 UNDERSTANDING ALZHEIMER'S Learn what to expect as a loved one with Alzheimer's moves through the different stages of this disease. Presented by Anne Browning of Homewatch CareGivers of the Triangle. Fri Mar 20 9:30–11 a.m. 001436 YOU CAN PREVENT TYPE 2 DIABETES One out of three adults in the country have prediabetes and nine out of ten are not aware they have it. The good news is that lifestyle changes such as healthy eating and physical activity can cut the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by more than half. Learn how your behavior changes today can prevent diabetes in the future. Presented by Kelly Nordby, MHP RDN LDN. Thu Mar 26 9:30–10:30 a.m. 001443 UNDERSTANDING HEARING LOSS AND TECHNOLOGY There are therapeutic options and technology other than hearing aids that can help with hearing loss. Explore the options available and learn more about hearing appliances, accessories and assistive devices available to help you or a loved one connet to life. Presented by Kim Calabretta, of CapTel NC Fri Apr 17 9:30–11 a.m. 001435 FREEDOM FROM FRACTURES Join American Bone Health for Freedom from Fractures™ for a presentation on how to avoid the most serious risks of osteoporosis and the following: Medical factors that increase fracture risk, how to calculate fracture risk, reduce fracture risk and next steps for better bone health. Fri May 8 1–2 p.m. 001438 Boomers Series (age 18 & up) Get off to a good start with Medicare. Preparation for what you need to know as you approach your 65th birthday. Location: classroom 302 COMMUNICATING WITH ADULT CHILDREN Are you prepared for the next evolution in your relationship with your adult children? Relationships evolve and change just like people, but navigating those changes aren't always easy. Complex family dynamics, blended families, and changing social norms impact both the choices we make and how we communicate them. Join our expert panelists for a poignant and candid conversation concerning communicating with adult children as you age. Presented by Freda Hamlett, Milestone Moves Realty Group. Fri Jan 10 9:30–11 a.m. 001448