TODAY, June 23
‘I A.M. NOT FICTIONAL’ VIDEO
Where: Aging/Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole
When: Noon June 23
Details: Alzheimer’s Association presents video produced by three sons who took care of their mother while she suffered from dementia. Call to reserve seat.
Contact: Chris, 443-7360
LEARN ABOUT SIGNS OF DEMENTIA
Where: Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole
When: 10 a.m. June 23
Details: Alzheimer’s Association explains difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s, reversible and irreversible dementia, the stages, warning signs and risk factors. Call to reserve seat.
Contact: Chris Ridley, 443- 7360, ridley@hawaii.rr.com
MONDAY, June 25
KNOW STROKE — PREVENTION, TREATMENTS AND REHABILITATION
Where: Hilo Medical Center ground floor conference rooms B-C
When: 9 a.m. June 25
Details: Learn signs, symptoms, prevention, latest treatments for stroke. Learn about rehabilitation options with physical, occupational and speech therapists. Meet a stroke survivor and members of the Big Island Stroke Club – going strong for 25 years!
Contact: Jolene Hughes, 932- 2541, jhughes@hhsc.org
WEDNESDAY, June 27
MEDICATION SAFETY for RURAL ELDERS
Where: Aging/Disability Resource Center, 1055 Kinoole
When: 5 p.m. June 27
Details: Hawaii Pacific Gerontological Society presents Drs. Karen Pellegrin, Lara Gomez, Katherine Anderson from University of Hawaii. Call to reserve seat.
Contact: 443-7360, ridley@ hawaii.rr.com
THURSDAY, June 28
FREE FAMILY CARE CLASSES
Where: Pahoa Women’s Health Center, 15-2866 Pahoa Village Rd.
When: 5:30 p.m. June 28
Details: A series of five free classes for parents of young children. Each class will offer gas cards and food for all, with a door prize for one lucky participant. Free car seat to participant who completes series. Register with Malama Perinatal at 934- 9823.
Contact: Grace Barrientos, 934-9823, clux@patch-hi.org
FRIDAY, June 29
NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT
Where: Oki Conference Room, 688 Kinoole St. Suite 115A (conference room is located along driveway), Hilo
When: 7 p.m. June 29
Details: The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Hawaii presents this monthly support group that helps people gain understanding and empathy for loved ones living with, and recovering from, mental illness. Join group to learn more, connect with others and feel empowered.
Contact: Carolyn Oki, 935-3518 or 936-2832, carold2654@hawaiiantel.net
COMING
ZUMBA GOLD FITNESS
Where: Keaau Comm. Center
When: 12:15 p.m. July 3
Details: Every Tuesday, for persons 55 and older; $10 for 10 weeks.
Contact: Yoli Nakamura, 896- 0265, yolin@hawaii.rr.com
SPIRITED SURVIVORS
Where: Imiloa Sky Garden
When: noon July 7
Details: Welcoming social support group offers informal peer-led, positive setting for newly diagnosed and breast cancer survivors. Survivors share information, personal experiences and concerns.
Contact: Cecily Nago, 935- 0025, cecily.nago@cancer.org
MALL WALKERS PROGRAM
Where: Prince Kuhio Plaza
When: 9:30 a.m. July 10
Details: Third quarter runs July 10-Sept. 13, Tuesdays and Thursdays; 9:30-11:30 a.m. and 5-7 p.m. Register at Mall Walkers station at Food Court fronting Got Gifts.
Contact: Beverly Crudele, 959-3555, beverly.crudele@ ggp.com
