CLASSES
SOUTH BEND — Children ages 3 to 9 who are neurodiverse are invited to explore stories, music, movement and play in an adaptive setting during Sensory Time at the St. Joseph County Public Library, Classroom C in the Community Learning Center, 305 S. Michigan St., from 5 to 6 p.m. May 20. Registration recommended at sjcpl.libnet.info/events. Recommended for those children above, but children of all ages and abilities are welcome.
SOUTH BEND — RiverBend Cancer Services Wellness House, 3516 E. Jefferson Blvd., will offer the following “Living Well with Cancer” classes. All classes are free and open to cancer patients, survivors, their families and caregivers; please pre-register for all classes by calling 574-287-4197 or e-mail programs@riverbendservices.org.
• May 19: 10 a.m. Seated Strength; 12:30 p.m. Birthday Club; 1 p.m. Wind Chimes; 5:30 p.m. Gentle Yoga.
• May 20: 10 a.m. Garden Club; 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Massage/Healing Energy; 10:30 a.m. Chair Yoga; 11:45 a.m. Chair Yoga; 1 p.m. MELT.
• May 21: 10 a.m. Seated Strength; 10 a.m. Knitting Krew; 2 p.m. Dominoes; 5:30 p.m. General Cancer Support Group.
• May 22: 10 a.m. Yarn Work; 10:30 a.m. Chair Yoga; 11:45 a.m. Chair Yoga; 3 p.m. Zumba.
SOUTH BEND — Alzheimer’s and Dementia Services of Northern Indiana will offer the free class “Dealing with Delusions” from 10 to 11 a.m. May 19 in the Care Partner Academy. Patty Piechocki, director of the Institute for Excellence in Memory Care, will lead this live/interactive web session. Participants can connect through their computer. Register online at https://alzni.org/caregivers/caregiving/.
SOUTH BEND — The St. Joseph County Public Library, Community Learning Center, 305 S. Michigan St., is offering Yoga for EveryBODY from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. May 21 in Ballroom A and B.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
SOUTH BEND — Aging Connections will present “Senior Lifestyle Injury and Fall Prevention” from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. May 20 in the St. Joseph County Public Library, Community Learning Center, Beutter-Kernan Hall, 305 S. Michigan St. The risk of falling and fall-related problems rises with age. Learn how physical therapy can improve your balance and receive tips to prevent injuries and falls so you can stay safe in your home.
SOUTH BEND — A free retirement guidance series is being offered by Southfield Village to help individuals and families prepare for the future with confidence. Each session features local experts covering essential retirement-related topics, refreshments, door prizes and a time for questions. Sessions will take place in Southfield’s community multi-purpose room, 6450 Miami Circle. Seating is limited. To reserve your spot, call Tom Gerard at 574-849-2179. The session schedule is as follows:
• May 28: 6 p.m. Memory Stages; 7 p.m. Memory Care.
• June 4: 6 p.m. Hospice Care; 7 p.m. Funeral Planning.
ELKHART — Girls on the Run Michiana will host a 5K event on May 17 at Potawatomi Park, 2105 E. Mishawaka Ave., South Bend. The 5K run begins at 9:30 a.m. If you register online, the cost until May 16 is $30 for ages 13 and older and $20 for ages 12 and younger. Registration day of race will see the price increase $5 for both age groups. Event is open to the public and at the end of the race, enjoy refreshments, music and photo opportunities. To register online, go to girlsontherunmichiana.org.
MIDDLEBURY — Enjoy hiking a different park trail every month, make new friends, get a little exercise and glimpse the bounty of nature at every curve and corner. The Hiking Club of Elkhart County Parks meets on the third Tuesday of each month. On May 20, meet from 6 to 7 p.m. and take a 2-mile hike from Krider Garden, 302 Bristol Ave., along the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail toward Goshen. All ages are welcome; no registration required.
NEW CARLISLE — Hamilton Grove will hold a free event series focused on retirement planning. The weekly sessions will offer expert guidance on a range of topics critical to aging well and planning ahead. Each event will be held in the Genesis A Room, Hamilton Grove, 31869 Chicago Trail, from 6 to 8 p.m., with two sessions offered each evening. Seating is limited. Contact Michelle Genslinger at 574-876-2541 to reserve a seat. The session schedule is as follows:
May 27: Elder Law and Financial Planning
June 3: Medicare and Medicaid
June 10: Home Healthcare and Hamilton Grove
June 17: Memory Stages and Memory Care
June 24: Hospice Care and Funeral Planning
SUPPORT GROUPS
SOUTH BEND — The New Hope Support Group will meet the third Tuesday of each month from 7 to 8:15 p.m. at Little Flower Catholic Church, 54191 N. Ironwood Road. This interdenominational group is for divorced, widows, widowers and anyone suffering grief due to the loss of a loved one. The group meets in a large area of the basement level of the church. For more information, call C. Forsythe at 574-252-2158 or P. Haden at 574-251-0131. The next meeting will be held May 20.
VIRTUAL PROGRAM
WARSAW — Bowen Health is offering a series of free online master classes covering a wide range of health topics designed for adults interested in improving their lives. The live weekly series covers topics related to mental and physical well-being, including setting boundaries, exercise and movement, relaxation techniques, cultivating happiness, and more. Bowen Health practitioners lead the 1-hour classes, answer questions, and provide information and practical tips. Register at BowenHealth.org/masterclass.
“Keep Moving: Improve Your Health and Happiness” will be presented by Bil Easley, autism program manager at Bowen Health, from 2 to 3 p.m. May 21. Learn how movement impacts your health and well-being and how tiny habits will help you get started on a journey to freer movement, better balance and a more active lifestyle.
BLOOD DRIVES
The American Red Cross will hold the following drives. Register at redcrossblood.org:
• Plymouth Fire Department, 111 N. Center St., Plymouth, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 17.
• Hilton Garden Inn, 53995 Indiana 933, South Bend, noon to 5 p.m. May 19.
• Northside Baptist Church, 53198 County Road 9, Elkhart, 1:30 to 6 p.m. May 20.
• First Mennonite Church, 203 E. Lawrence, Middlebury, noon to 5 p.m. May 20.
• Vineyard Community Church, 10121 N. Indiana 13, Syracuse, 1 to 5:30 p.m. May 20.
• Knights of Columbus South Bend Council 553, 553 E. Washington St., South Bend, 1 to 6 p.m. May 21.
• The Acorn, 107 Generations Drive, Three Oaks, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 21.
• Pleasant View Church, 58529 County Road 23, Goshen, 1 to 6 p.m. May 21.
• LaPorte County Library, 904 Indiana Ave., LaPorte, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT May 21.
• LaPorte County Family UMCA, 1202 Spring St., Michigan City, 1 to 6 p.m. CT May 21.
• Knights of Columbus, 901 E. Jefferson St., Plymouth, 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. May 22.
• Converge Community Church, 601 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo, noon to 5 p.m. May 22.
Versiti Blood Center of Michigan will hold the following drives. Register at donate.michigan.versiti.org:
• Salem Lutheran Church, 275 Marvin St., Coloma, 1 to 5:30 p.m. May 19.
• CFC Church, 201 North St., Sturgis, 2 to 6:30 p.m. May 20.
• Sugar Grove Church, 58512 Old County Road 17, Goshen, 1;30 to 6 p.m. May 20.
• Pokagon Band of Potawatomi, Multi-purpose room, 58620 Sink Road, Dowagiac, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 22.
• Area Agency on Aging Inc., 2900 Lakeview Ave., St. Joseph, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. May 22.
South Bend Medical Foundation will hold the following drives. Register at donorportal.givebloodnow.com:
• South Bend Fire Dept., 1222 S. Michigan St., 8 a.m. to noon May 16.
• LaPorte County 81, 202 Chicago St., Michigan City, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. CT May 17.
• Clay Fire Station, 18355 Auten Road, South Bend, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 19.
• Northpoint and Mary Frank Elementary Schools, 50800 Cherry Road, Granger, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. May 19.
• South Bend Fallen Officers, South Bend Police Dept., 701 W. Sample St., South Bend, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 20.
This article originally appeared on South Bend Tribune: Aging Connections to present ‘Senior Lifestyle Injury and Fall Prevention’ at SJC Library
Reporting by Cheryl Morey, South Bend Tribune / South Bend Tribune
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