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SUMMARY:Avoiding Scams & Financial Exploitation
DESCRIPTION:Money Smarts:: Avoiding Scams & Financial Exploitation \nGuardianship Services \nFort Worth Public Library | 500 W. 3rd St. | Tandy Auditorium\nTuesday | June 7 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm   \nThursday | June 9 | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm  \nFree \nFraud and financial exploitation are the crimes of the 21st century and cost Americans billions each year. Older adults and people with disabilities are especially vulnerable. Know your risk and learn how you can protect your family in this workshop presented by Guardianship Services\, Inc.\, home of the Financial Exploitation Prevention Center.\nPlease contact the Fort Worth Library @ 817-392-7323 or Gail Snider @ 817-332-6266 for more information on this event.
URL:https://dffw.org/event/avoiding-scams-financial-exploitation/2022-06-07/
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Dementia CARES (Caregiver Access to Research\, Education & Support)
DESCRIPTION:The six-week VIRTUAL Dementia CARES (Caregiver Access to Research\, Education & Support) series begins Wednesday\, May 4th at 10:30 am.\nContact Jane.Oderberg@unthsc.edu for information and register by April 29th.
URL:https://dffw.org/event/virtual-dementia-cares-caregiver-access-to-research-education-support/2022-06-08/
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SUMMARY:Dementia Friendly Chapel Service- On-Line Event (Wed)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays| 10:00 – 10:45 pm | On-Line Chapel\nJoin us each Wednesday for this special service that includes singing old hymns\, hearing the stories behind some of our favorite hymns\, scripture reading\, and prayer\, but no sermon.  Join us as we enjoy these old familiar hymns. \nWatch live with First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth  WATCH  LIVE or on YouTube WATCH LIVE \n  \nIf you miss the live broadcast\, you can watch any time on YouTube. \nWatch on Facebook anytime:  WATCH ANYTIME \nWatch on YouTube anytime:  WATCH ANYTIME \nREGISTER YOUR ATTENDANCE \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/disability-friendly-weekly-chapel-service-3-2-2-2-3-7-2-3-4-2-3/2022-06-08/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
CATEGORIES:Chapel
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Snider":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
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SUMMARY:Let’s Get Together — A Social Club for Seniors (Monday-Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | 11:30 am – 12:15 pm\nZoom Meeting | Registration required\nDementia Friendly Fort Worth has collaborated with Texas Health Resources to launch a new program designed to engage those who are lonely and socially isolated. Do you know someone who could benefit from this program? See program details below and contact us today for more information. \nLet’s Get Together — a Social Club for Seniors! Join us for this daily online activity session designed to engage seniors who are living at home and struggle with anxiety\, boredom\, depression\, loneliness and have limited opportunities to engage socially with others. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities. Participants will be joined by others who find themselves in a similar situation. \nThese activities will include things like arts\, games\, music\, movement\, all with a social component. Having a routine can be a major benefit for seniors at home and staying connected can reduce the risk for heart disease\, stroke\, and dementia\, the program is offered five days a week! \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266 |817-994-3803 \nWhen you are not connected to friends or family\, you may have a:\n\n29% higher chance of having heart disease\n32% higher chance of having a stroke\n50% higher chance of having dementia.\n\nTake action today! \nREGISTER        JOIN ZOOM MEETING \n DEMENTIA FRIENDLY FORT WORTH \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266
URL:https://dffw.org/event/lets-get-together-a-social-club-for-seniors-monday-friday/2022-06-08/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Dementia Friendly Community,Social,Support Group
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SUMMARY:Alzheimer's & Dementia Family Caregiver Training 
DESCRIPTION:Six-session educational program meeting either online or in person!  \n\nMeets every Thursday starting June 9th through July 14th  \n10:30am – 12:00pm \nOnline or in-person at the James L. West Center \n1111 Summit Ave.\, Fort Worth\, TX 76102 \nYou are not alone! \nCaring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia can be difficult. Care partners are invited to attend this six-session program at no cost. Learn the best techniques and interventions for dementia care in a healthy manner with reduced stress.  \n\nThe six sessions cover in detail: \n\nWhat to Expect: Understand what to expect as the disease progresses\nCommunication Pt. 1: Best ways to communicate with loved ones\nCommunication Part 2: Understand how persons with dementia communicate\nDaily Living & Home Safety: Seeing the world through their eyes\nReducing Stress & Coping Skills: Taking care of the caregiver\nPlanning for the Future: Preparing for the next steps and getting help\n\n\n-Registration Required- \nPlease register at 817-877-1199 or caregiver@jameslwest.org
URL:https://dffw.org/event/alzheimers-dementia-family-caregiver-training-2/2022-06-09/
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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SUMMARY:Alzheimer's & Dementia Family Caregiver Training
DESCRIPTION:Six session educational program meeting either online or in-person! \nMeets every Thursday starting  \nJune 9th through July 14th \n10:30am – 12:00pm \nOnline or in-person at the James L. West Center \n1111 Summit Ave.\, Fort Worth\, TX 76102 \nYou are not alone! \nCaring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia can be difficult. Care partners are invited to attend this six-session program at no cost. Learn the best techniques and interventions for dementia care in a healthy manner with reduced stress. \nThe six sessions cover in detail: \n\nWhat to Expect: Understand what to expect as the disease progresses\nCommunication Pt. 1: Best ways to communicate with loved ones\nCommunication Part 2: Understand how persons with dementia communicate\nDaily Living & Home Safety: Seeing the world through their eyes\nReducing Stress & Coping Skills: Taking care of the caregiver\nPlanning for the Future: Preparing for next steps and getting help\n\n-Registration Required- \nPlease register at 817-877-1199 or caregiver@jameslwest.org
URL:https://dffw.org/event/alzheimers-dementia-family-caregiver-training/2022-06-09/
CATEGORIES:Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving
ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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SUMMARY:Avoiding Scams & Financial Exploitation
DESCRIPTION:Money Smarts:: Avoiding Scams & Financial Exploitation \nGuardianship Services \nFort Worth Public Library | 500 W. 3rd St. | Tandy Auditorium\nTuesday | June 7 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm   \nThursday | June 9 | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm  \nFree \nFraud and financial exploitation are the crimes of the 21st century and cost Americans billions each year. Older adults and people with disabilities are especially vulnerable. Know your risk and learn how you can protect your family in this workshop presented by Guardianship Services\, Inc.\, home of the Financial Exploitation Prevention Center.\nPlease contact the Fort Worth Library @ 817-392-7323 or Gail Snider @ 817-332-6266 for more information on this event.
URL:https://dffw.org/event/avoiding-scams-financial-exploitation/2022-06-09/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220609T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220609T080000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210325T211315Z
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SUMMARY:Stress Busting for Family Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Stress Busting for Family Caregivers is a 9-week program that provides care partners with stress management techniques\, relaxation and coping strategies. Participants are able to connect with others on the caregiving journey. \nThis program will be facilitated by experts from BakerRipley and the James L. West Center. \n\nDate: Tuesday 04/06/21\nDate: Tuesday 04/13/21\nDate: Tuesday 04/20/21\nDate: Tuesday 04/27/21\nDate: Tuesday 05/04/21\n\n\nRSVP:  Register at caregiver@bakerripley.org or at 713-558-6343
URL:https://dffw.org/event/understanding-als-lou-gehrigs-disease-multiple-sclerosis-2/2022-06-09/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220609T100000
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SUMMARY:On Dementia: Care\, Community\, and Creativity: You’re Invited
DESCRIPTION:“On Dementia” Book Series Features Conversations with Leaders in Elder Care!  \nThe Frye Art Museum in Seattle\, WA\, in partnership with Aging Wisdom and the University of Washington Memory and Brain Wellness Center presents On Dementia: Care\, Community\, and Creativity\, a series of three conversations with leaders in elder care who have published books in 2020 that bring hope\, connection\, and joy to adults living with dementia\, their care partners\, families\, friends\, and those who provide support. Each program will be a Zoom webinar\, including an interview with the author\, readings from their new book\, and questions from the audience. Participants are not required to attend all three conversations in the series. \n2 – 3 p.m. Thursday March 11    Learn more and REGISTER: https://fryemuseum.org/program/creative_aging_workshops \nJoin Lynn Casteel Harper\, author of On Vanishing: Mortality\, Dementia\, and What It Means to Disappear\, in conversation with Marigrace Becker\, Program Manager\, Community Education and Impact\, UW Medicine Memory and Brain Wellness Center. \nExpanding our understanding of dementia beyond progressive vacancy and dread\, On Vanishing makes provides encouragement and meaningful examples of better ways of caring for\, and thinking about\, our fellow beings. Weaving together personal stories with theology\, history\, philosophy\, literature\, and science\, Harper confronts our elemental fears of disappearance and death\, drawing on her own experiences with people living with dementia both in the American healthcare system and within her own family. It is a rich and startling work of nonfiction that reveals cognitive change as an essential aspect of what it means to be mortal. \nLynn Casteel Harper a minister\, chaplain\, and essayist. Her work has appeared in Kenyon Review Online\, North American Review\, and Catapult magazine. She is a Barbara Deming Fund grant recipient and the winner of the 2017 Orison Anthology Prize in Nonfiction. She lives in New York City and is currently the minister of older adults at The Riverside Church. \n2 – 3 p.m. Thursday April 8    Learn more and REGISTER: https://fryemuseum.org/program/creative_aging_workshops \nJoin Susan H. McFadden\, PhD\, author of Dementia-Friendly Communities: Why We Need Them and How We Can Create Them\, in conversation with Keri Pollock\, Director of Marketing and Communications\, Aging Wisdom. \nIntentional\, thoughtfully engaged dementia-friendly communities can give people with dementia the opportunity to continue living with purpose\, reciprocal personal relationships\, and enrichment. A positive thread throughout Dementia-Friendly Communities is that “underpinning successful dementia-friendly communities is an awareness of people with dementia as active citizens\, and the importance of supporting engagement in community life.” \nSusan H. McFadden\, PhD\, is an experienced researcher and practitioner in the field of dementia. She was formerly Professor of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and co-founded Fox Valley Memory Project (FVMP)\, whose vision is to help create dementia-friendly communities. She is co-author\, with her husband John\, of “Aging Together: Dementia\, Friendship\, and Flourishing Communities.” \n 2 – 3 p.m. Thursday May 13    Learn more and REGISTER: https://fryemuseum.org/program/creative_aging_workshops \nJoin Anne Basting\, PhD\, author of Creative Care: A Revolutionary Approach to Dementia and Elder Care\, in conversation with Mary Jane Knecht\, Manager\, Creative Aging Programs\, Frye Art Museum. \nA MacArthur Genius Grant recipient\, Basting pioneers a radical change in how we interact with people who struggle with dementia. Basting’s proven methods use storytelling and active listening to stimulate the brain and awaken imagination. Rooted in twenty-five years of research\, “Creative Care” offers encouragement and creative techniques on how to bring connection\, light and joy to the lives of elders and to those who care for them. \nAnne Basting\, PhD is a leader in transforming aging and elder care and a recipient of a MacArthur Genius Grant. She is the founder of the nonprofit Timeslips\, which implements her innovative approach to memory care\, and is the author of three previous books\, “The Stages of Age\,” “Forget Memory\,” and “The Penelope Project.” Her work as founding director of University of Wisconsin Milwaukee’s Center for Age and Community was also featured in the PBS documentary “The Penelope Project” (2011).
URL:https://dffw.org/event/on-dementia-care-community-and-creativity-youre-invited/2022-06-09/
LOCATION:ON-LINE WEBINAR
CATEGORIES:Alzheimer's & Dementia,Dementia Friendly Community
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SUMMARY:Let’s Get Together — A Social Club for Seniors (Monday-Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | 11:30 am – 12:15 pm\nZoom Meeting | Registration required\nDementia Friendly Fort Worth has collaborated with Texas Health Resources to launch a new program designed to engage those who are lonely and socially isolated. Do you know someone who could benefit from this program? See program details below and contact us today for more information. \nLet’s Get Together — a Social Club for Seniors! Join us for this daily online activity session designed to engage seniors who are living at home and struggle with anxiety\, boredom\, depression\, loneliness and have limited opportunities to engage socially with others. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities. Participants will be joined by others who find themselves in a similar situation. \nThese activities will include things like arts\, games\, music\, movement\, all with a social component. Having a routine can be a major benefit for seniors at home and staying connected can reduce the risk for heart disease\, stroke\, and dementia\, the program is offered five days a week! \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266 |817-994-3803 \nWhen you are not connected to friends or family\, you may have a:\n\n29% higher chance of having heart disease\n32% higher chance of having a stroke\n50% higher chance of having dementia.\n\nTake action today! \nREGISTER        JOIN ZOOM MEETING \n DEMENTIA FRIENDLY FORT WORTH \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266
URL:https://dffw.org/event/lets-get-together-a-social-club-for-seniors-monday-friday/2022-06-09/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Dementia Friendly Community,Social,Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dementia Friendly Fort Worth":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220610T121500
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SUMMARY:Let’s Get Together — A Social Club for Seniors (Monday-Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | 11:30 am – 12:15 pm\nZoom Meeting | Registration required\nDementia Friendly Fort Worth has collaborated with Texas Health Resources to launch a new program designed to engage those who are lonely and socially isolated. Do you know someone who could benefit from this program? See program details below and contact us today for more information. \nLet’s Get Together — a Social Club for Seniors! Join us for this daily online activity session designed to engage seniors who are living at home and struggle with anxiety\, boredom\, depression\, loneliness and have limited opportunities to engage socially with others. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities. Participants will be joined by others who find themselves in a similar situation. \nThese activities will include things like arts\, games\, music\, movement\, all with a social component. Having a routine can be a major benefit for seniors at home and staying connected can reduce the risk for heart disease\, stroke\, and dementia\, the program is offered five days a week! \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266 |817-994-3803 \nWhen you are not connected to friends or family\, you may have a:\n\n29% higher chance of having heart disease\n32% higher chance of having a stroke\n50% higher chance of having dementia.\n\nTake action today! \nREGISTER        JOIN ZOOM MEETING \n DEMENTIA FRIENDLY FORT WORTH \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266
URL:https://dffw.org/event/lets-get-together-a-social-club-for-seniors-monday-friday/2022-06-10/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Dementia Friendly Community,Social,Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220612T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220612T144500
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
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LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T210026Z
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SUMMARY:Dementia Friendly Chapel Service- On-Line Event (Sunday)
DESCRIPTION:Sundays| 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm | On-Line Chapel\nJoin us each Sunday for this special service that includes singing old hymns\, hearing the stories behind some of our favorite hymns\, scripture reading\, and prayer\, but no sermon.  Join us as we enjoy these old familiar hymns. \nWatch live with First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth  WATCH  LIVE or on YouTube WATCH LIVE \nIf you miss the live broadcast\, you can watch any time on YouTube. \nWatch on Facebook anytime:  WATCH ANYTIME \nWatch on YouTube anytime:  WATCH ANYTIME
URL:https://dffw.org/event/disability-friendly-weekly-chapel-service-3-2-2-2-3-7-2-3-4-2-2/2022-06-12/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
CATEGORIES:Chapel
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Snider":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220613T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220613T121500
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T193146Z
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SUMMARY:Let’s Get Together — A Social Club for Seniors (Monday-Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | 11:30 am – 12:15 pm\nZoom Meeting | Registration required\nDementia Friendly Fort Worth has collaborated with Texas Health Resources to launch a new program designed to engage those who are lonely and socially isolated. Do you know someone who could benefit from this program? See program details below and contact us today for more information. \nLet’s Get Together — a Social Club for Seniors! Join us for this daily online activity session designed to engage seniors who are living at home and struggle with anxiety\, boredom\, depression\, loneliness and have limited opportunities to engage socially with others. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities. Participants will be joined by others who find themselves in a similar situation. \nThese activities will include things like arts\, games\, music\, movement\, all with a social component. Having a routine can be a major benefit for seniors at home and staying connected can reduce the risk for heart disease\, stroke\, and dementia\, the program is offered five days a week! \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266 |817-994-3803 \nWhen you are not connected to friends or family\, you may have a:\n\n29% higher chance of having heart disease\n32% higher chance of having a stroke\n50% higher chance of having dementia.\n\nTake action today! \nREGISTER        JOIN ZOOM MEETING \n DEMENTIA FRIENDLY FORT WORTH \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266
URL:https://dffw.org/event/lets-get-together-a-social-club-for-seniors-monday-friday/2022-06-13/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Dementia Friendly Community,Social,Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dementia Friendly Fort Worth":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
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SUMMARY:Stress Busting for Family Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Stress Busting for Family Caregivers is a 9-week program that provides care partners with stress management techniques\, relaxation and coping strategies. Participants are able to connect with others on the caregiving journey. \nThis program will be facilitated by experts from BakerRipley and the James L. West Center. \n\nDate: Tuesday 04/06/21\nDate: Tuesday 04/13/21\nDate: Tuesday 04/20/21\nDate: Tuesday 04/27/21\nDate: Tuesday 05/04/21\n\n\nRSVP:  Register at caregiver@bakerripley.org or at 713-558-6343
URL:https://dffw.org/event/understanding-als-lou-gehrigs-disease-multiple-sclerosis-2/2022-06-14/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220614T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
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SUMMARY:Understanding ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) & Multiple Sclerosis: How They Affect the Brain
DESCRIPTION:Understanding ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) & Multiple Sclerosis: How They Affect the Brain \nJune 14th from 2:00 – 3:00 pm CST \n1.0 Free CE Credit for Nursing\, Social Work\, LPC \nA collaborative program with the Area Agency on Aging of N. Central Texas & James L. West Center \nRegister Here
URL:https://dffw.org/event/understanding-als-lou-gehrigs-disease-multiple-sclerosis-how-they-affect-the-brain/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220614T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220614T121500
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
CREATED:20220107T230706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T193146Z
UID:10005361-1655206200-1655208900@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Get Together — A Social Club for Seniors (Monday-Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | 11:30 am – 12:15 pm\nZoom Meeting | Registration required\nDementia Friendly Fort Worth has collaborated with Texas Health Resources to launch a new program designed to engage those who are lonely and socially isolated. Do you know someone who could benefit from this program? See program details below and contact us today for more information. \nLet’s Get Together — a Social Club for Seniors! Join us for this daily online activity session designed to engage seniors who are living at home and struggle with anxiety\, boredom\, depression\, loneliness and have limited opportunities to engage socially with others. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities. Participants will be joined by others who find themselves in a similar situation. \nThese activities will include things like arts\, games\, music\, movement\, all with a social component. Having a routine can be a major benefit for seniors at home and staying connected can reduce the risk for heart disease\, stroke\, and dementia\, the program is offered five days a week! \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266 |817-994-3803 \nWhen you are not connected to friends or family\, you may have a:\n\n29% higher chance of having heart disease\n32% higher chance of having a stroke\n50% higher chance of having dementia.\n\nTake action today! \nREGISTER        JOIN ZOOM MEETING \n DEMENTIA FRIENDLY FORT WORTH \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266
URL:https://dffw.org/event/lets-get-together-a-social-club-for-seniors-monday-friday/2022-06-14/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Dementia Friendly Community,Social,Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dementia Friendly Fort Worth":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220614T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220614T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
CREATED:20220406T201531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220615T004757Z
UID:10005837-1655208000-1655215200@dffw.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Downsizing Your Lifestyle - Easy Peasy Downsizing . . .  Really!
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED -Downsizing Your Lifestyle – Easy Peasy Downsizing . . .  Really! \nwith Tricia Spurrier \nFort Worth Public Library | 500 W. 3rd St. | Tandy Auditorium\n  \nTuesday | June 14 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm \nThursday | June 15 | 10:30 – 12:30 am   \nFree  \nDownsizing doesn’t have to be hard! Join us for this helpful seminar and learn valuable tips on the upside of downsizing.  Our guest speaker will discuss everything you need to know including Tricia’s Top 5 Tips for Easy Peasy Downsizing as well as Top 5 Tips for an Easy Peasy Move!  You’ll also discover why we are currently experiencing this hot seller’s market and how it can benefit you! \nOur guest presenter\, Tricia Spurrier\, local and trusted realtor with Keller Williams Realty serving the DFW metroplex.   As Senior Real Estate Specialist and with over 20 years of serving seniors and their families\, Tricia especially enjoys assisting seniors with the downsizing/rightsizing process as they consider improving their quality of life by moving to senior living communities. A quick consultation with Tricia and her team will alleviate fears and simplify the process. \nPlease contact the Fort Worth Library @ 817-392-7323 or Gail Sider @ 817-332-6266 for more information on this event.
URL:https://dffw.org/event/downsizing-your-lifestyle-easy-peasy-downsizing-really/2022-06-14/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Caregiving,Dementia Friendly Community,Stress Management
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T053000
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
CREATED:20220530T211815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220530T211925Z
UID:10005859-1655267400-1655271000@dffw.org
SUMMARY:LEARN TO LOVE YOUR BRAIN
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 15\n9:30 – 10:30 a.m.\nUniversity of North Texas – Health Science Center | Medical Education & Technology Building\n1000 Montgomery St.\, Fort Worth\, TX 76107 (Guest parking available in Lots 7 & 19) \nDuring Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month\, learn how to care for your brain. We’ve known for years about the importance of diet\, exercise\, and good physical health\, but more recently\, science has come to understand the importance of cognitive activity. Keeping your mind active and healthy may delay or prevent cognitive decline. \nJoin us to learn how to optimize your mental energy\, protect your cognitive resources and drop the toxic habits that can potentially protect against lost capacity. \n \nDr. Julie Fratantoni\, a cognitive neuroscientist at the Center for BrainHealth\, will teach you strategies to incorporate into your daily routine that can enhance brain performance and strengthen the brain. \nREGISTER TODAY: Call 817-336-4949 or complete the form at alznct.news/LLYBJUN15\nPresented in partnership with
URL:https://dffw.org/event/learn-to-love-your-brain/
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T073000
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
CREATED:20220406T201531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220615T004757Z
UID:10005838-1655271000-1655278200@dffw.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Downsizing Your Lifestyle - Easy Peasy Downsizing . . .  Really!
DESCRIPTION:CANCELLED -Downsizing Your Lifestyle – Easy Peasy Downsizing . . .  Really! \nwith Tricia Spurrier \nFort Worth Public Library | 500 W. 3rd St. | Tandy Auditorium\n  \nTuesday | June 14 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm \nThursday | June 15 | 10:30 – 12:30 am   \nFree  \nDownsizing doesn’t have to be hard! Join us for this helpful seminar and learn valuable tips on the upside of downsizing.  Our guest speaker will discuss everything you need to know including Tricia’s Top 5 Tips for Easy Peasy Downsizing as well as Top 5 Tips for an Easy Peasy Move!  You’ll also discover why we are currently experiencing this hot seller’s market and how it can benefit you! \nOur guest presenter\, Tricia Spurrier\, local and trusted realtor with Keller Williams Realty serving the DFW metroplex.   As Senior Real Estate Specialist and with over 20 years of serving seniors and their families\, Tricia especially enjoys assisting seniors with the downsizing/rightsizing process as they consider improving their quality of life by moving to senior living communities. A quick consultation with Tricia and her team will alleviate fears and simplify the process. \nPlease contact the Fort Worth Library @ 817-392-7323 or Gail Sider @ 817-332-6266 for more information on this event.
URL:https://dffw.org/event/downsizing-your-lifestyle-easy-peasy-downsizing-really/2022-06-15/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Caregiving,Dementia Friendly Community,Stress Management
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
CREATED:20181211T213323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T205909Z
UID:10004147-1655287200-1655330400@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Dementia Friendly Chapel Service- On-Line Event (Wed)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays| 10:00 – 10:45 pm | On-Line Chapel\nJoin us each Wednesday for this special service that includes singing old hymns\, hearing the stories behind some of our favorite hymns\, scripture reading\, and prayer\, but no sermon.  Join us as we enjoy these old familiar hymns. \nWatch live with First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth  WATCH  LIVE or on YouTube WATCH LIVE \n  \nIf you miss the live broadcast\, you can watch any time on YouTube. \nWatch on Facebook anytime:  WATCH ANYTIME \nWatch on YouTube anytime:  WATCH ANYTIME \nREGISTER YOUR ATTENDANCE \n 
URL:https://dffw.org/event/disability-friendly-weekly-chapel-service-3-2-2-2-3-7-2-3-4-2-3/2022-06-15/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
CATEGORIES:Chapel
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/chapel-zoom-logo.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Snider":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T121500
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
CREATED:20220107T230706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T193146Z
UID:10005362-1655292600-1655295300@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Get Together — A Social Club for Seniors (Monday-Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | 11:30 am – 12:15 pm\nZoom Meeting | Registration required\nDementia Friendly Fort Worth has collaborated with Texas Health Resources to launch a new program designed to engage those who are lonely and socially isolated. Do you know someone who could benefit from this program? See program details below and contact us today for more information. \nLet’s Get Together — a Social Club for Seniors! Join us for this daily online activity session designed to engage seniors who are living at home and struggle with anxiety\, boredom\, depression\, loneliness and have limited opportunities to engage socially with others. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities. Participants will be joined by others who find themselves in a similar situation. \nThese activities will include things like arts\, games\, music\, movement\, all with a social component. Having a routine can be a major benefit for seniors at home and staying connected can reduce the risk for heart disease\, stroke\, and dementia\, the program is offered five days a week! \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266 |817-994-3803 \nWhen you are not connected to friends or family\, you may have a:\n\n29% higher chance of having heart disease\n32% higher chance of having a stroke\n50% higher chance of having dementia.\n\nTake action today! \nREGISTER        JOIN ZOOM MEETING \n DEMENTIA FRIENDLY FORT WORTH \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266
URL:https://dffw.org/event/lets-get-together-a-social-club-for-seniors-monday-friday/2022-06-15/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Dementia Friendly Community,Social,Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dementia Friendly Fort Worth":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220616T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220616T070000
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
CREATED:20220530T212645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220530T212645Z
UID:10005861-1655353800-1655362800@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Alzheimer's & Dementia Family Caregiver Training 
DESCRIPTION:Six-session educational program meeting either online or in person!  \n\nMeets every Thursday starting June 9th through July 14th  \n10:30am – 12:00pm \nOnline or in-person at the James L. West Center \n1111 Summit Ave.\, Fort Worth\, TX 76102 \nYou are not alone! \nCaring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia can be difficult. Care partners are invited to attend this six-session program at no cost. Learn the best techniques and interventions for dementia care in a healthy manner with reduced stress.  \n\nThe six sessions cover in detail: \n\nWhat to Expect: Understand what to expect as the disease progresses\nCommunication Pt. 1: Best ways to communicate with loved ones\nCommunication Part 2: Understand how persons with dementia communicate\nDaily Living & Home Safety: Seeing the world through their eyes\nReducing Stress & Coping Skills: Taking care of the caregiver\nPlanning for the Future: Preparing for the next steps and getting help\n\n\n-Registration Required- \nPlease register at 817-877-1199 or caregiver@jameslwest.org
URL:https://dffw.org/event/alzheimers-dementia-family-caregiver-training-2/2022-06-16/
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220616T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220616T070000
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
CREATED:20220527T231649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T231749Z
UID:10005853-1655357400-1655362800@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Alzheimer's & Dementia Family Caregiver Training
DESCRIPTION:Six session educational program meeting either online or in-person! \nMeets every Thursday starting  \nJune 9th through July 14th \n10:30am – 12:00pm \nOnline or in-person at the James L. West Center \n1111 Summit Ave.\, Fort Worth\, TX 76102 \nYou are not alone! \nCaring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia can be difficult. Care partners are invited to attend this six-session program at no cost. Learn the best techniques and interventions for dementia care in a healthy manner with reduced stress. \nThe six sessions cover in detail: \n\nWhat to Expect: Understand what to expect as the disease progresses\nCommunication Pt. 1: Best ways to communicate with loved ones\nCommunication Part 2: Understand how persons with dementia communicate\nDaily Living & Home Safety: Seeing the world through their eyes\nReducing Stress & Coping Skills: Taking care of the caregiver\nPlanning for the Future: Preparing for next steps and getting help\n\n-Registration Required- \nPlease register at 817-877-1199 or caregiver@jameslwest.org
URL:https://dffw.org/event/alzheimers-dementia-family-caregiver-training/2022-06-16/
CATEGORIES:Alzheimer's & Dementia,Caregiving
ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220616T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220616T080000
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
CREATED:20210325T210549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210325T211315Z
UID:10004374-1655361000-1655366400@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Stress Busting for Family Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Stress Busting for Family Caregivers is a 9-week program that provides care partners with stress management techniques\, relaxation and coping strategies. Participants are able to connect with others on the caregiving journey. \nThis program will be facilitated by experts from BakerRipley and the James L. West Center. \n\nDate: Tuesday 04/06/21\nDate: Tuesday 04/13/21\nDate: Tuesday 04/20/21\nDate: Tuesday 04/27/21\nDate: Tuesday 05/04/21\n\n\nRSVP:  Register at caregiver@bakerripley.org or at 713-558-6343
URL:https://dffw.org/event/understanding-als-lou-gehrigs-disease-multiple-sclerosis-2/2022-06-16/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
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ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220616T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220616T121500
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
CREATED:20220107T230706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T193146Z
UID:10005363-1655379000-1655381700@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Get Together — A Social Club for Seniors (Monday-Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | 11:30 am – 12:15 pm\nZoom Meeting | Registration required\nDementia Friendly Fort Worth has collaborated with Texas Health Resources to launch a new program designed to engage those who are lonely and socially isolated. Do you know someone who could benefit from this program? See program details below and contact us today for more information. \nLet’s Get Together — a Social Club for Seniors! Join us for this daily online activity session designed to engage seniors who are living at home and struggle with anxiety\, boredom\, depression\, loneliness and have limited opportunities to engage socially with others. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities. Participants will be joined by others who find themselves in a similar situation. \nThese activities will include things like arts\, games\, music\, movement\, all with a social component. Having a routine can be a major benefit for seniors at home and staying connected can reduce the risk for heart disease\, stroke\, and dementia\, the program is offered five days a week! \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266 |817-994-3803 \nWhen you are not connected to friends or family\, you may have a:\n\n29% higher chance of having heart disease\n32% higher chance of having a stroke\n50% higher chance of having dementia.\n\nTake action today! \nREGISTER        JOIN ZOOM MEETING \n DEMENTIA FRIENDLY FORT WORTH \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266
URL:https://dffw.org/event/lets-get-together-a-social-club-for-seniors-monday-friday/2022-06-16/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Dementia Friendly Community,Social,Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dementia Friendly Fort Worth":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T121500
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
CREATED:20220107T230706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T193146Z
UID:10005364-1655465400-1655468100@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Get Together — A Social Club for Seniors (Monday-Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | 11:30 am – 12:15 pm\nZoom Meeting | Registration required\nDementia Friendly Fort Worth has collaborated with Texas Health Resources to launch a new program designed to engage those who are lonely and socially isolated. Do you know someone who could benefit from this program? See program details below and contact us today for more information. \nLet’s Get Together — a Social Club for Seniors! Join us for this daily online activity session designed to engage seniors who are living at home and struggle with anxiety\, boredom\, depression\, loneliness and have limited opportunities to engage socially with others. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities. Participants will be joined by others who find themselves in a similar situation. \nThese activities will include things like arts\, games\, music\, movement\, all with a social component. Having a routine can be a major benefit for seniors at home and staying connected can reduce the risk for heart disease\, stroke\, and dementia\, the program is offered five days a week! \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266 |817-994-3803 \nWhen you are not connected to friends or family\, you may have a:\n\n29% higher chance of having heart disease\n32% higher chance of having a stroke\n50% higher chance of having dementia.\n\nTake action today! \nREGISTER        JOIN ZOOM MEETING \n DEMENTIA FRIENDLY FORT WORTH \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266
URL:https://dffw.org/event/lets-get-together-a-social-club-for-seniors-monday-friday/2022-06-17/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Dementia Friendly Community,Social,Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dementia Friendly Fort Worth":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220619T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220619T144500
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
CREATED:20181211T213323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T210026Z
UID:10003839-1655647200-1655649900@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Dementia Friendly Chapel Service- On-Line Event (Sunday)
DESCRIPTION:Sundays| 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm | On-Line Chapel\nJoin us each Sunday for this special service that includes singing old hymns\, hearing the stories behind some of our favorite hymns\, scripture reading\, and prayer\, but no sermon.  Join us as we enjoy these old familiar hymns. \nWatch live with First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth  WATCH  LIVE or on YouTube WATCH LIVE \nIf you miss the live broadcast\, you can watch any time on YouTube. \nWatch on Facebook anytime:  WATCH ANYTIME \nWatch on YouTube anytime:  WATCH ANYTIME
URL:https://dffw.org/event/disability-friendly-weekly-chapel-service-3-2-2-2-3-7-2-3-4-2-2/2022-06-19/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
CATEGORIES:Chapel
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/chapel-zoom-logo.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Gail Snider":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220620T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220620T121500
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
CREATED:20220107T230706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T193146Z
UID:10005365-1655724600-1655727300@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Get Together — A Social Club for Seniors (Monday-Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | 11:30 am – 12:15 pm\nZoom Meeting | Registration required\nDementia Friendly Fort Worth has collaborated with Texas Health Resources to launch a new program designed to engage those who are lonely and socially isolated. Do you know someone who could benefit from this program? See program details below and contact us today for more information. \nLet’s Get Together — a Social Club for Seniors! Join us for this daily online activity session designed to engage seniors who are living at home and struggle with anxiety\, boredom\, depression\, loneliness and have limited opportunities to engage socially with others. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities. Participants will be joined by others who find themselves in a similar situation. \nThese activities will include things like arts\, games\, music\, movement\, all with a social component. Having a routine can be a major benefit for seniors at home and staying connected can reduce the risk for heart disease\, stroke\, and dementia\, the program is offered five days a week! \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266 |817-994-3803 \nWhen you are not connected to friends or family\, you may have a:\n\n29% higher chance of having heart disease\n32% higher chance of having a stroke\n50% higher chance of having dementia.\n\nTake action today! \nREGISTER        JOIN ZOOM MEETING \n DEMENTIA FRIENDLY FORT WORTH \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266
URL:https://dffw.org/event/lets-get-together-a-social-club-for-seniors-monday-friday/2022-06-20/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Dementia Friendly Community,Social,Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dementia Friendly Fort Worth":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220621T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220621T080000
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
CREATED:20210325T210549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210325T211315Z
UID:10004375-1655793000-1655798400@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Stress Busting for Family Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Stress Busting for Family Caregivers is a 9-week program that provides care partners with stress management techniques\, relaxation and coping strategies. Participants are able to connect with others on the caregiving journey. \nThis program will be facilitated by experts from BakerRipley and the James L. West Center. \n\nDate: Tuesday 04/06/21\nDate: Tuesday 04/13/21\nDate: Tuesday 04/20/21\nDate: Tuesday 04/27/21\nDate: Tuesday 05/04/21\n\n\nRSVP:  Register at caregiver@bakerripley.org or at 713-558-6343
URL:https://dffw.org/event/understanding-als-lou-gehrigs-disease-multiple-sclerosis-2/2022-06-21/
LOCATION:ON-LINE EVENT
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dffw.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/JLW-new-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="James L West Center":MAILTO:caregiver@jameslwest.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220621T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220621T121500
DTSTAMP:20260406T134707
CREATED:20220107T230706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T193146Z
UID:10005366-1655811000-1655813700@dffw.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Get Together — A Social Club for Seniors (Monday-Friday)
DESCRIPTION:Monday – Friday | 11:30 am – 12:15 pm\nZoom Meeting | Registration required\nDementia Friendly Fort Worth has collaborated with Texas Health Resources to launch a new program designed to engage those who are lonely and socially isolated. Do you know someone who could benefit from this program? See program details below and contact us today for more information. \nLet’s Get Together — a Social Club for Seniors! Join us for this daily online activity session designed to engage seniors who are living at home and struggle with anxiety\, boredom\, depression\, loneliness and have limited opportunities to engage socially with others. Each session will feature a guest presenter who will guide participants through fun and engaging activities. Participants will be joined by others who find themselves in a similar situation. \nThese activities will include things like arts\, games\, music\, movement\, all with a social component. Having a routine can be a major benefit for seniors at home and staying connected can reduce the risk for heart disease\, stroke\, and dementia\, the program is offered five days a week! \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266 |817-994-3803 \nWhen you are not connected to friends or family\, you may have a:\n\n29% higher chance of having heart disease\n32% higher chance of having a stroke\n50% higher chance of having dementia.\n\nTake action today! \nREGISTER        JOIN ZOOM MEETING \n DEMENTIA FRIENDLY FORT WORTH \nContact: Gail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266
URL:https://dffw.org/event/lets-get-together-a-social-club-for-seniors-monday-friday/2022-06-21/
LOCATION:ON-LINE ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Activities,Dementia Friendly Community,Social,Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dementia Friendly Fort Worth":MAILTO:gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org
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