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July 2022
The Art of Downsizing
Jill Freeman will present tips to help those considering an upcoming move or who would just like to declutter for the future. From downsizing, sorting, getting rid of the excess, to packing, unpacking and resettling, you will gain valuable knowledge and a multitude of resources to help you get through the process gently. Tuesday, July 12, 1-2 pm. RiverVillage East, 2919 Randolph St. NE. Rsvp by July 11 to: Robin Haenze, 612-277-2902 or rhaenze@catholiceldercare.org
Find out more »August 2022
ESNS Vital Living programs
East Side Neighborhood Services, 1700 2nd St. NE, offers classes for seniors on living well. Questions? Contact 612-787-4086 or VitalLiving@esns.org. Care for Caregivers Series: Caregiving is stressful and it is difficult at times. Recharge, learn, connect, and reflect each week with a community that understands the commitment of caregiving. Info, contact Shay at 612-787-4076 or SMacKay@esns.org. Self-Care Practice: Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2-3 pm, in-Person at ESNS. Practice self-care by learning gentle movements and techniques to help stay healthy and grounded.…
Find out more »Vital Living Book Club
East Side Neighborhood Services' Vital Living Book Club meets the second Saturday of the month on Zoom from 9-10 am. Register at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYpdu2hqz8tGtw653NwzLyeZSJw_7NHTSoS. Aug. 13: Annual Open Book Chat. Share what you’re are reading, favorite bookstores, travel ideas, and any other congenial topic on your mind. Sept. 10: The Tiger's Wife by Tea Obreht. Oct. 8: The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce. Nov. 12: The Tie that Binds by Kent Haruf. Dec. 10: The Extraordinary Life of…
Find out more »September 2022
ESNS Care for Caregivers Series
Caregiving is stressful and difficult at times. East Side Neighborhood Services gives caregivers a chance to recharge, learn, connect, and reflect each week with a community that understands the commitment of caregiving. Tuesdays, 2-3 pm via Zoom. Self-Care Practice, Sept. 6; Building Knowledge and Skills, Sept. 13; Caregiver Support Group, Sept. 20; Rest & Reflection, Sept. 27. Info: Shay 612-787-4076 or SMacKay@esns.org.
Find out more »Vital Living classes at ESNS
East Side Neighborhood Services, 1700 2nd St. NE, offers the following classes for seniors. To register, contact 612-787-4086 or VitalLiving@esns.org. Tai Ji Quan, Moving for Better Balance: Beginner Class, Mondays and Thursdays, 10:30-11:30 am, Sept. 29-Dec. 22 via Zoom. Tai Ji Quan uses fluid, mindful movements to help participants reduce the risk of falls by improving balance, muscle strength, flexibility, and mobility. These one-hour beginner sessions meet twice a week over Zoom for 24 sessions. ESNS can help you navigate…
Find out more »October 2022
Vital Living Program at East Side Neighborhood Services
Living Well with Chronic Conditions: Wednesdays, Oct. 26-Nov. 30, 1-3:30 pm via Zoom. Living Well with Chronic Conditions is an evidence-based class that helps participants learn how to deal with a chronic condition diagnosis as well as learn strategies for living well, even with health difficulties. Participants meet new friends, provide support to peers, and become more involved in the community.Discuss the impact of long-COVID, high blood pressure, heart disease, COPD, arthritis, and diabetes. Other topics include: dealing with pain, isolation,…
Find out more »Vital Living classes at ESNS
East Side Neighborhood Services, 1700 2nd St. NE, offers the following classes for seniors. Register at 612-787-4086 or VitalLiving@esns.org. Care for Caregivers Series: Tuesdays, 2-3:00 pm via Zoom. Caregiving is stressful and it is difficult at times. Recharge, learn, connect, and reflect each week with a community that understands the commitment of caregiving. Building Knowledge and Skills: Oct. 11. Rest & Reflection: Oct. 25. For more info, contact Shay at 612-787-4076 or SMacKay@esns.org. Monthly Support Groups: Attendance is open to any adult…
Find out more »November 2022
Vital Living at ESNS
East Side Neighborhood Services, 1700 2nd St. NE, offers the following classes for seniors. Register at 612-787-4086 or VitalLiving@esns.org. Care for Caregivers Series: Tuesdays, 2-3:00 pm via Zoom. Caregiving is stressful and it is difficult at times. Recharge, learn, connect, and reflect each week with a community that understands the commitment of caregiving. Self-Care Practice: Nov. 1. Building Knowledge and Skills: Nov. 8. Caregiver Support Group: Nov. 15. Rest & Reflection: Nov. 22. For more info, contact Shay at 612-787-4076…
Find out more »December 2022
Fall prevention workshop
"Matter of Balance," an 8-week fall prevention workshop for seniors 60+, will be held Tuesdays, Oct. 18-Dec. 6, 2-4 pm at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 4101 Washington St. NE. Pre-Registration is required; call Parish Nurse Kathy Rosenberg, RN at 612-296-1812. Class size limited.
Find out more »Vital Living classes at ESNS Dec. 14-Jan.24, 2023
East Side Neighborhood Services, 1700 2nd St. NE, offers the following classes for seniors. Register: 612-787-4086 or VitalLiving@esns.org. Care for Caregivers Series: Tuesdays, 2-3:00 pm via Zoom. Caregiving is stressful and difficult at times. Recharge, learn, connect and reflect each week with a community that understands the commitment of caregiving. Self-Care Practice: Jan. 3; Building Knowledge and Skills, Jan. 10; Caregiver Support Group: Jan. 17; Rest & Reflection, Jan. 24. Contact Shay, 612-787-4076 or SMacKay@esns.org. Monthly Support Groups: Attendance is open…
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