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American Red Cross Class & Family Caregiver Classes
A series of eight one-hour modules to help participants gain an understanding of what is involved in caring for a loved one. The purpose of Family Caregiver Support Classes is to help participants gain an understanding of what is involved in caring for a loved one and know how to provide that care through eight one-hour class modules covering topics such as personal care, nutrition, home safety and others.
Learn more at www.FamilyCaregiverNetwork.com
BenefitsCheckup
The National Council of Aging created this website to help older adults to quickly identify Federal and state programs that may improve the quality of their lives. It takes 10 or 15 minutes to enter information about your financial situation into an online questionnaire. BenefitsCheckUp is completely confidential.
www.BenefitsCheckUp.org
Continuing Education Credits with Wellness @ Home Series
The Wellness @ Home CEU Workshop offers up to 6.5 continuing education credits through the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses (ARN). Courses are taught by certified Wellness @ Home teachers in major cities or the course can be purchased online. Topics in the workshop include Cancer Wellness, Sensible Nutrition, Ergonomics and Healthy Body, Mind & Spirit Exercise.
Learn more at www.FamilyCaregiverNetwork.com
Direct Deposit - A Safer, Easier Way to Get Your Benefits
Direct deposit is the best way to get your Social Security or SSI payment. It is safer and easier than a check, because your money goes straight to your account on your payment day. Now, signing up is easier than ever. Call Go Direct at 800-333-1795 or visit the website today!
www.GoDirect.org
Elderhostel
Elder Hostel is a not-for-profit organization that provides exceptional learning adventures for older adults. There are over 10,000 programs in more than 100 countries that emphasize learning adventures. From history, culture, nature, music, outdoor activities, crafts, study cruises and much more - for more information call 877-426-8056 or visit the4ir website.
www.elderhostel.org
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium
Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium at University of Arizona Campus at Cherry & University Blvd. offers a free public telescope viewing on clear nights until 10:00 pm. The Science Center also offers Planetarium programs, science exhibits, and a world-class mineral museum.
www.gotuasciencecenter.org
Free Spirit Vacations
Free Spirit Vacations specializes in travel for the 50+ Age Group. Many choices are offered in order to meet the diverse needs of the mature adult traveler. Packages range from one day Arizona Getaways to International Vacations. Good deals on cruising are also available. Service and value are our top priorities.
www.freespiritvacations.com
Green Valley Recreation (GVR)
Green Valley Recreation, Inc. is a non-profit organization serving the leisure and social needs of the adult retirement community of Green Valley, Arizona. It is located 25 miles south of Tucson on I-19 and offers a wide variety of activities through a host of golf courses, recreational area, pools, community centers, tennis courts, swim and exercise programs and more. Membership to GVR is required.
www.gvrec.org
Old Tucson Studios
Old Tucson Studios is Arizona's Hollywood in the Desert since 1939! From western movie heroes like John Wayne to current box-office stars such as Leonardo DiCaprio, many of Hollywood's legends have walked these rugged streets, the setting for hundreds of major motion pictures. You're invited to retrace the bootsteps of your favorite stars and spend a day in the life of an 1880's Western town.
www.oldtucson.com
Pima Air and Space Museum
Pima Air & Space Museum is a museum where history takes flight. It is one of the largest air and space museums in the world, and the largest non-government funded aviation museum. The aircraft and spacecraft displayed includes many of the most historically significant and technically advanced craft ever produced, both from the United States and throughout the world.
www.pimaair.org
Tohono Chul Park
Tohono Chul Park located at 7366 N Paseo del Norte in Tucson offers travel adventure packages, lectures, workshops and a quaint Tea Room. Visit their website for more information, admission cost and hours of operation.
www.tohonochulpark.org
"Winter-nest" Assisted Living For Snowbirds
For many years Snowbirds have headed to Florida for warm winter vacations but as we age some of our abilities change. Up north at their summer homes, family is there to help and now Snowbird Assisted Living is there for the winter season in sunny St. Cloud Florida. Please call Noreen Jorgensen at her Snowbird Assisted Living "Winter-nest" at 518-883-4611.
www.snowbirdswinternest.com
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