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Classes & Events

Let’s Talk about Living and Dying – January 2023 (Virtual)

Let's Talk about Living and Dying - January 2023(Virtual)"Let's Talk About Living... and Dying"" is an interactive and informative training that will help you to:-Understand end of life care planning-Make informed healthcare decisions-Select and complete the advance directives that meet your needs-Pick the person who will advocate for your health care wishes, and develop strategies […]

Dementia Friends information session

Become a Dementia Friend in your community!In this training you will:-get a general understanding of what dementia is-learn the most common type of dementia-focus on adopting a mindset to create a dementia-friendly and inclusive community-understand five key messages about dementia-learn tips for communicating with people with dementia-choose an action step that you will take as […]

Preparativos Hechos en Vida

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ, United States

Preparativos Hechos en VidaComenzando con eso, que, para usted, hace que la vida valga la pena, esta presentación en español explora los valores de la vida y la muerte, analiza las opciones disponibles para el cuidado al final de la vida, examina documentos importantes y recomienda estrategias para hablar sobre sus deseos, así como, completar […]

Memory Loss: Progression, Behaviors, and Interventions pt 2 (in person)

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ, United States

Focuses on behavioral interventions and caregiving strategiesThis training focuses on caregiving strategies, including positive physical approach and supportive communication, common challenges with dementia patients, such as fatigue, agitation, bathing, dressing, and sundowning, and some strategies for addressing them. You will also compare pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, learn about several non-pharmacological options, and get ideas for […]

First Aid/CPR Training – The Katie

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ, United States

First Aid & CPR Training and Certification

Cafe at the Katie

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, US

A safe and welcoming place where people living with memory loss and their care partners can socialize and participate in activities togetherMemory cafes provide those dealing with cognitive decline and their friends, families, and caregivers a welcoming, relaxed, and non-judgmental environment where they can take part in engaging experiences designed with them in mind. Be […]

Caregiving Essentials: First Steps Training

PCOA Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 South Country Club Road, Tucson, AZ, United States

Caregiving Essentials: First Steps (Part #1 Steps to Resilience; Part #2 Physical Care & Safety)

Memory Loss: Progression, Behaviors, and Interventions pt 1 (online)

Focuses on behavioral interventions and caregiving strategiesThis training focuses on caregiving strategies, including positive physical approach and supportive communication, common challenges with dementia patients, such as fatigue, agitation, bathing, dressing, and sundowning, and some strategies for addressing them. You will also compare pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, learn about several non-pharmacological options, and get ideas for […]

Visibility Matters: LGBTQI+ and Aging – Virtual

Visibility Matters: LGBTQI+ and Aging (Virtual)The Goal of Visibility MattersTo help our community’s service providers ensure that older LGBT adults receive aging related care services that are welcoming, respectful, and safe for them.What does the training include? A training to help service providers become more informed, sensitive to, and supportive of the needs of Lesbian, […]

A Matter of Balance – Tucson Estates

Tucson Estates 5900 West Western Way Circle, Tucson, AZ, United States

A Matter of Balance - Tucson EstatesJan. 31, Feb. 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23 - Tuesdays & Thursdays from 1:00 – 3:00 pm Tucson Estates, 5900 W. Western Way Circle Contribution Fee: $30 (covers your book & supplies) A Matter of Balance is an evidence-based program for older adults who have fallen, have […]

Clements – February 2023 – EnhanceFitness

Clements Regional Center - Fitness Center 8155 East Poinciana Drive, Tucson, AZ, United States

Clements - February 2023 - EnhanceFitnessMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, February 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 22, 24, 27 from 8:30 - 9:30 AM No class on Mon., February 20 (President’s Day)Exercises are done seated and standing.EnhanceFitness® is developed specifically for older adults, with exercises focusing on four key areas important to your […]

Randolph – February 2023 – EnhanceFitness

Randolph Recreation Center 200 South Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ, United States

Randolph - February 2023 - EnhanceFitnessMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, February 1, 3, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 27 from 9:00 - 10:00 amNo class on Mon., February 20 (President’s Day)EnhanceFitness® is developed specifically for older adults, with exercises focusing on four key areas important to your health and fitness: stretching and […]