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54 June-August 2017 Cary Senior Center Resources for Seniors COPING WITH CHANGE At times, the stresses of physical and emotional change can bring about anxiety and other unsettling emotions. Learn ways to cope and move through these challenging times. Presented by Silver Linings for Seniors. 109208 Fri Mar 9 9:30–10:30 a.m. 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; private burial benefits and access to National Cemetery for burial and much more. Presented by the Senior Veterans Council. 109203 Fri May 4 9:30–10:30 a.m. WHY MOVE WHEN I'M DOING FINE Retirement is not simply just one life stage, but several. Invariably changes in mobility and health may lead to a move to a residential community. These communities are as varied as the people who populate them. Learn more about the different kinds, types and benefits of each. Presented by Preston Pointe, Retirement Community. 109204 Fri May 11 9:30–10:30 a.m. S.H.I.I.P Counseling FREE The Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) answers questions and counsels Medicare beneficiaries and caregivers about Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicare Advantages, Medicare prescription drug plans, long-term care insurance and other health insurance concerns. Sign up for a one- on-one counseling opportunity today by calling (919) 469-4081. Ask the Health Expert Join local health experts in exploring aging issues and our health! Bring your questions to these informative and interactive lecture programs. Location: Classroom 302 CATARACTS Learn from optometric eye care specialist common concerns related to cataract development and what to expect. Speaker will address questions regarding when to have cataract surgery and type of implant options. Presented by Dr. Amy Lin Kasper, O.D. with Tucker Associates Optometry and Eye Care Specialist. 109205 Thu Jan 18 9:30–10:30 a.m. VA AID BENEFITS Learn more about this very important benefit to help veterans and/or their surviving spouse help pay for expenses incurred from home care services, long term care facilities or adult day centers. Presented by Patti Shattil, with Preferred Senior Resources. 109207 Fri Jan 19 9:30–10:30 a.m. c Resources for Seniors c Check the Facts Information given in programs offered by Cary Senior Center and Resources for Seniors, Inc., is the professional opinion of the speaker and is not intended to be the sole informational resource on the topic. Cary Senior Center encourages you to pursue additional outside professional opinions pertaining to the seminar content.