WEDNESDAY, Oct. 24
ACUPUNCTURE WITH ALOHA
Where: Naniloa Kilohana Rm.
When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 24
Details: Acupuncturists Without Borders offers free stress relief, co-sponsored by Hawaii College of Oriental Medicine. All invited; no apvpointments needed. Donations welcome.
Contact: Dane Silva, 895- 1949, dsilva@hicom.edu
FRIDAY, Oct. 26
STANDARD FIRST AID
Where: Hilo Red Cross
When: 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Oct.26
Details: Standard First Aid with CPR/AED Adult. Recognize and care for victims of illness and sudden injuries and learn how to use an AED. Also Dec. 10, 22. $90. Register at www.redcross.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
Contact: Maury Agcaoili, (808) 739-8121, maury.agcaoili@redcross.org
NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT
Where: 688 Kinoole St. Suite 115A
When: 7 p.m. Oct. 26
Details: National Alliance on Mental Illness-Hawaii monthly support group. Understand loved ones living with and recovering from mental illness. Learn, connect with others and feel empowered.
Contact: Carolyn Oki, 935-3518 or 936-2832, carold2654@hawaiiantel.net
COMING
BEREAVEMENT CAMP
Where: Pahala Plantation Cottages
When: 8 a.m. Oct. 27
Details: Hospice of Hilo two-day family event. Campers of all ages learn positive ways to share feelings, new ways to cope. Call to register. Free.
Contact: Fujio Sato, 969- 1733, fujio@hospiceofhilo.org
CAREGIVERS RESPITE
Where: Hawaii Island Adult Care
When: 9 a.m. Oct. 27
Details: Meet other caregivers; relax, have fun; learn about community services available to help balance your stressful schedule. Guest speaker Frances Kagugawa. Enjoy foot/back massage, taichi, games, laughter. Adult care provided. $10 fee, but scholarships available.
Contact: Maile Young, 961- 3747 ext. 111, myoung2@ hawaiiislandadultcare.org
FIRST AID, CPR/AED
Where: Hilo Red Cross
When: 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Nov. 3
Details: Adult & Pediatric First Aid & CPR/AED; also Dec. 15. $110; register at www.redcross.org or call 1-800-733-2767.
Contact: Maury Agcaoili, (808) 739-8121, maury.agcaoili@redcross.org
WHAT IS DEMENTIA?
Where: Aging & Disability RC
When: 1 p.m. Nov. 3
Details: Alzheimer’s Association provides information; 3 p.m. movie, “A Song for Martin”; 5 p.m. “Living with Forgetfulness I.” Reservations.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
DEMENTIA LEGAL AFFAIRS
Where: Aging & Disability RC
When: 1 p.m. Nov. 10
Details: Alzheimer’s Association info; 3 p.m. movie, “Away From Her”; 5 p.m., “Living with Forgetfulness II.” Reservations needed.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT
Where: Church of Holy Cross
When: 10 a.m. Nov. 13
Details: Support group for caregivers who provide assistance to anyone.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
MEMORY CHECK
Where: Life Care Center
When: 3 p.m. Nov. 13
Details: Free memory checks. Call for appointment.
Contact: Lee Guillermo, 959- 9151, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
DEMENTIA SUPPORT
Where: Aging & Disability RC
When: 5 p.m. Nov. 14
Details: Support groups for caregivers, forgetful people and their family members. Free respite service available.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
BEHAVIORS IN DEMENTIA
Where: Aging & Disability RC
When: 1 p.m. Nov. 17
Details: Alzheimer’s Association presentation; 3 p.m. movie; 5 p.m., “Living with Forgetfulness III.” Reservations needed.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
ONGOING
MALL WALKERS AT PKP
Where: Prince Kuhio Plaza
When: Through Dec. 13
Details: Tuesdays, Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m., 5-7 p.m. Register at office or at food court.
Contact: 959-3555, beverly. crudele@ggp.com
