Bob Welch, Author FREE!
Ages 18 & up
Bob Welch, Eugene columnist and author, will discuss his three new books, “Cascade Summer: My Adventure on Oregon’s Pacific Crest Trail,” “Resolve: From the Jungles of WWII Bataan, the Epic Story of a Soldier, a Flag, and a Promise Kept” and “52 Little Lessons from It’s a Wonderful Life.” Campbell Community Center Presenter: Bob Welch May 31 F 10:30-11:30a Free #105291
Breaking the Sound Barrier Ages 18 & up NEW! FREE! Get your hearing needs met with the information and knowledge to give you confidence in your communication. Learn how to hear in situations that are challenging and difficult. Understand how to get optimum performance out of your expensive hearing aids and telecoils. Campbell Community Center Presenter: Linda L. Diaz, Hard of Hearing & Deaf Services Jun 11 Tu 1-2p Free #105157
Death as a Part of Living Ages 18 & up NEW! FREE! This discussion explores why we do some of the unique things we do around death that we didn’t do in the early 1900s. It includes green burial, family participation and involvement in the process of dying and what we learn and experience from that involvement. Campbell Community Center Presenter: Nanette Wilkins, Cascade Hospice Care Manager Aug 13 Tu 2-3p Free #105163
Dementia Care Workshop Ages 18 & up NEW! FREE! Providing support for a loved one with dementia can be challenging. Gain understanding of the progression of dementia through the Senior Gems®, a proprietary program developed by dementia expert Teepa Snow. You will also learn ways that the Senior Gems® can help a person with Alzheimer’s or dementia, as well as family members. Campbell Community Center Presenter: Jenni Oberan Smith, Senior Helpers Aug 6 Tu 10:30-11:30a Free #105165
Gen Silent: A Film About LGBT Seniors Ages 50 & up NEW! FREE! Get together to see this award-winning documentary about lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender seniors facing difficult choices about whether to be “out” when dealing with medical, assisted living, and other circumstances. Light refreshments.
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Campbell Community Center Co-sponsored by AARP, Pride Foundation, PFLAG Eugene/Springfield, Religious Response Network, and Lane County Senior & Disabled Services Aug 18 Su 2-5p Free #105289
Get a Job at My Age? Ages 50 & up FREE! Do you find you either want or need to return to the workforce? There are great local resources available. Learn about the wide array offered by Lane Community College. Campbell Community Center Presenter: Barbara Susman, Director, Successful Aging Institute, LCC Jul 9 Tu 9-10:20a Free #104747
Getting Paid for Giving Care Ages 50 & up FREE! Lane Community College offers several options for adults with a lifetime of care-giving skills. Learn about LCC Successful Aging Institute’s Personal Care Aide training program, the Senior Companion program and other opportunities. Campbell Community Center Presenter: Barbara Susman, Director, Successful Aging Institute, LCC Jul 9 Tu 10:30-11:50a Free #104750
History of Oregon Amusement Parks
Ages 18 & up
NEW! FREE! Long ago, the nation’s largest amusement park was Jantzen Beach in Portland. One of the longest continuously operating amusement parks in the United States is still located in Portland at Oaks Amusement Park. Videographer/historian Darrell Jabin has researched these amusement parks and more and has a fantastic, fun presentation. Campbell Community Center Presenter: Darrell Jabin Jun 14 F 1-2p Free #105292
So You ’re Going on Medicare Ages 50 & up FREE!
This presentation will review the basics of Medicare coverage, Medicare Advantage Plans (e.g. HMOs and PPOs), Medigap (Medicare supplemental insurance) and prescription drug plans. Presentation is not co-sponsored by Medicare. Campbell Community Center Presenter: Michael Reddy, Licensed Insurance Agent May 8 W 1:30-3p Free #102471 Jun 12 W 1:30-3p Free #105268 Jul 10 W 1:30-3p Free #105269 Aug 14 W 1:30-3p Free #105270