Events

Sound Bath
Friday, June 6
3:00 – 4:00
Free
Come join us for a treat and bathe in the healing vibrations arising from the magical tones of crystal bowls, gong, and voice.  Carol Marcy will introduce you to an experience that is immensely relaxing and renewing, as well as teach you how to bring healing energy to your own body, mind, and spirit. The program will begin with a nature-based guided meditation to help you settle into an inner focus of peacefulness. Please dress in comfortable dress and be prepared to lie down on the floor or sit in a chair. You may want to bring pillows, blankets, or a yoga mat to be comfortable for about 40 minutes. To pre-register, please call the COA at 508-896-2737.

Fall Prevention
Tuesday, June17
2:30 – 3:30
Brewster Fire Department
Free 
Every second of every day, an older adult falls in the United States. Join Kristen Siminski PT, CCCE, VNA Public Health and Wellness, for this candid discussion with the goal of empowering participants by gaining knowledge about modifiable fall risks, exploring equipment and assistive devices that could be used in the home, as well as what to do if there is a fall. Varied ways to incorporate physical activity and exercise into the day will also be discussed. Don’t miss this important presentation. To sign up, please call the COA at 508-896-2737.

Shifting Gears
Wednesday, June18
1:30 – 2:30
Free 
Owning a vehicle and holding a driver’s license are privileges that come with a great deal of responsibility. Recent studies show that most of us will outlive our ability to drive safely by seven to ten years. Crash data shows that 94% of crashes are caused by driver error, which means nearly all the crashes that happen on our roadways are 100% preventable.  Join Michele Ellicks, Community Outreach Coordinator for the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles, as she presents “Shifting Gears” a safe driving workshop for older drivers. Come learn how to improve driver safety and assess your driving skills. Topics include: warning signs of unsafe driving, how age-related changes might impact driving, rules of the road including the Vulnerable Road Users, Distracted Driving, and the Move Over Law, how to prepare for driving retirement, identifying the most common collisions for older adults, safe driving tips, and transportation options.  To sign up, please call the COA at 508-896-2737.

Downsizing& Selling - from Daunting to DONE!
Wednesday, June25
1:30 – 2:30
Free 
Join David J. Dowd, Realtor, and Founder of Sell Mom’s House. Join David as he shares with you how to manage the overwhelming task of downsizing and managing a life time of possessions. He will also cover how to prepare and price your home as well as local real estate market trends. Those in attendance will leave with a free Downsizing Guide and practical tips. Don’t miss this important seminar!
Pre-registration is required. To do so, please call the COA at 508-896-2737.

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