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Jan 14 wed 1:00PM Free Live or On-Demand CEU Webinar “Non-Pharmacological Treatment of Mild Cognitive Impairment and Dementia” Non-pharmacological treatments play a critical role in preventing and slowing the progression of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. This presentation will provide the latest updates on prevention and treatment strategies, emphasizing the importance of managing midlife risk factors and adopting evidence-based lifestyle interventions. Attendees will gain practical, actionable steps to support cognitive health and learn about a comprehensive range of local, state, regional, and national resources available for individuals and families living with memory loss and dementia. Visit rah-ceu.com to register for this and other FREE CEU Webinars. Sponsored by Right at Home. Eligible professionals can claim ONE FREE CE credit within 60 days of the live webinar by attending the live event or watching the recorded program. For a list of approved accreditation providers and other information, visit https://asaging.org/ce-information.

Jan 15 Thurs 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM – MetroWest Senior Services Networking Meeting –Golden Pond Assisted Living in Hopkinton.  Please RSVP to bobdeperon@goldenrule.care so he can give Golden Pond, our host, an accurate count of attendees.  Bring your company collateral to share on the info table.  Always held on the third Thursday of the month.

Jan 15 Thurs 3:30-4:30pm ZOOM DFW- Dementia Friendly Worcester Action Team meets every other month at the Worcester Senior Center. For more info contact Vanessa at RamosV@WorcesterMA.gov

Jan 15 Thurs 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Join us for an afternoon of education and networking at St. Patrick's Manor.  Meet Dr. Jin Joo, MD MA, consulting psychiatrist at St. Patrick’s Manor, who will present “Mood and behavioral symptoms in dementia and models of dementia care to address them”.   She’ll discuss symptoms in dementia including depression, anxiety and agitation, and offer tips for management of these symptoms by family, physicians and healthcare professionals. Applications have been made for nursing and social work CEs. Light bites and drinks will be served. Please RSVP by emailing Sue McAdam smcadam@carmelterrace.org

Jan 15 Thurs 4-6pm Sunrise of Leominster Winter Gathering – Stop in after work for a quick cocktail and a bite, mingle with staff & residents and take a tour of the community. Peter, Corrine, Sarah and Lorrie will be on hand to answer any questions.

Jan 21 Wed Virtual (Zoom) - Common Estate Planning Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)- Join us for a Free Monthly Webinar.  This month's Webinar is about Estate Planning, and will be presented by Attorney Cathleen Summers, RN, ESQ.  The webinar will cover the 7 most common mistakes made when people do their estate planning. Offered by Generations Law Group with locations in Sudbury, Acton, and Andover. Register for this event at Zoom Registration for GenLaw or contact Ally Jesse at ajesse@generationslawgroup.com.

Jan 21 Wed 11:45-1pm The Mill 185 West Boylston. NWBA- meets the 3rd Wed of each month except July & Aug. Membership open to business in and those doing business in Worcester. Lunch and speaker. Membership is $75 annually and $25  for each meeting. For more info contact Michele at mmorin@lutheranrehab.com

Jan 22 Thurs 8:30-10am VIRTUAL Senior Care Collaborative (SCC)  –meets on the 4th Thursday of every month. Speaker and venue vary.  See info flyer for more info. . Contact mmorin@lutheranrehab.com for more info.

Jan 22 Thurs 4:30PM-6PM - Comedy Night at Sunrise of Newton. Laughs. Fun. Unforgettable Moments. Ring in the New Year with a night full of laughter and connections. Join us for a performance you won't want to miss featuring the comedy stylings of Kelly MacFarland! Don't miss out- because life's better when you're laughing! Please RSVP to Newton.DOS@sunrisrseniorliving.com or call 617-663-1122

 Jan 22 Thurs 8:00 AM-9:30 AM- Vision and Connections: A New Year Networking Breakfast at Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle. 19 Chiswick Rd. Brighton.  Start the year and day off at Chestnut Park for a welcoming and creative networking breakfast. Guests will enjoy a breakfast buffet and coffee while connecting with peers and taking part in a guided vision board activity. All supplies will be provided as we come together to reflect, create, and set both personal and professional goals for the new year, and leave with your handmade vision board. This fun, hands-on experience offers a relaxed opportunity to build meaningful connections, share ideas, and start the year with clarity and inspiration. RSVP to Haley Nejman at 617-586-0836 or hnejman@benchmarkquality.com by January 20th  

Jan 23 Fri 8:00am- 4:30pm - Earn your credentials to become a Certified Dementia Care Partner (CDCP) by attending Essential Skills for Dementia Care training… Nationally approved and accredited through the National Institute for Dementia Education (NIDE) - This full day training offers 7 nursing contact hours and 7 social worker CEs - Located at the Clear Guidance Office, 47 River Street, Suite 210, Wellesley. Cost is $325 per person includes lunch and credentialing - Private organizational trainings may be arranged - For more information or to register, please contact Tammy Pozerycki, MA, BC-DEd, CMC, CDCL, CADDCT, CFRDT, CDP, COTP, Director of Training and Education, and Care Manager at Clear Guidance tammypozerycki@clearguidance.org or 508-861-6709

Jan 29 Thurs 4:00 PM- 6:00 PM- Sunrise Murder Mystery! 285 Commonwealth Rd. Wayland. Step into an evening of intrigue as we transform our community into the scene of a thrilling whodunit! Guests will mingle, uncover clues, question suspects and piece together the puzzle in this interactive murder mystery party! Space is limited please RSVP to Gina Russell at 508-314-4966 or wayland.dos@sunriseseniorliving.com by January 20th, 2026

Feb 5 Thurs 3:30 PM to 5:30PM - Sip, Savor & Celebrate! Galentine's Day Wine Tasting at Sunrise of Norwood. Join us for an unforgettable evening of laughter, partnership, and fine wine as we toast to the amazing professionals in our lives. Indulge in a curated selection of wines paired with delicious bites, and enjoy a warm, welcoming atmosphere perfect for celebrating Galentine's Day in style. Reserve your spot today by calling 781-762-1333 or emailing norwood.dos@sunriseseniorliving.com.

Feb 11 Wed 5:00 PM-6:30 PM- Sunrise Hibachi Night! 285 Commonwealth Rd, Wayland. Get ready for an unforgettable evening as we bring the sizzle of hibachi dining right to our community! Enjoy a night filled with impressive tableside cooking, delicious grilled favorites, and plenty of laughs as our chef puts on a show. It’s dinner, entertainment, and great company all in one! Space is limited please RSVP to Gina Russell at 508-314-4966 or wayland.dos@sunriseseniorliving.com by February 1st.

Feb 18 Wed 11:45-1pm NWBA- meets the 3rd Wed of each month except July & Aug. Membership open to business in and those doing business in Worcester. Lunch and speaker. Membership is $75 annually and $25  for each meeting. For more info contact Michele at mmorin@lutheranrehab.com

Feb 19 Thurs SSN MetroWest 8-9;30am Pleasant Hill, Marlboro. SSN Metro- Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month.  RSVP required for all meetings. Please contact Bob at bobdeperon@goldenrule.care or Carol at cpotter2a@gmail.com for more info.

Feb 26 Thurs 8:30-10am VIRTUAL Senior Care Collaborative (SCC)  –meets on the 4th Thursday of every month. Speaker and venue vary.  See info flyer for more info. . Contact mmorin@lutheranrehab.com for more info.

Mar 3 Antiques Appraisal Day event. Residence at Charles Meadow, 125 Dover Rd, Millis

Mar 4 1-4pm Antiques Appraisal Day event. Residence at Cedar Dell, 628 Old Westport Rd, Dartmouth

Mar 4 Wed 1-2pm Milford Area Geriatric Provider Meeting Christopher Heights, Marlboro. Geri-Providers meets the first Wednesday of each month at different venues in the Milford area. Monthly speakers. For more info contact Julie at  jgonzalez@salmonhealth.com

Mar 5 Thurs 1-3pm  Antiques Appraisal Day event. Residence at Orchard Grove, 258 Walnut St, Shrewsbury

Mar 9 Mon 2-4pm Antiques Appraisal Day event.  Traditions at Dedham, 735 Washington St, Dedham

Mar 10 Tues 2-4pm Antiques Appraisal Day event. Traditions at Wayland

Mar 11 Thurs 2-4pm  Antiques Appraisal Day event. Residence at Great Woods, 190 Mansfield Ave, Norton

Mar 12 Thurs 8-10am SSN Worcester/Central Mass. TBD

Mar 12 Thurs 4:30-6pm Manor on the hill, Leominster. 2nd Annual Pay it Forward -Food Drive and Network Event to benefit Ginny’s Helping Hands. Mingle with your professional partners and help those in community by bringing a canned or nonperishable food item, For info and to RSVP please reach out to Kim at kimb@manoronthehill.com 

Mar 17 Tues 8:30-10am WENG-Worcester Eldercare Networking Group meets virtually the 3rd Tuesday of each month and has a speaker at each meeting. For more info reach out to Patty at PThibeault@NotreDamehealthcare.org

Mar 18 Wed The Mill, 185 West Boylston. NWBA- meets the 3rd Wed of each month except July & Aug. Membership open to business in and those doing business in Worcester. Lunch and speaker. Membership is $75 annually and $25  for each meeting. For more info contact Michele at mmorin@lutheranrehab.com

Mar 19 Thurs 8-9:30am SSN MetroWest The Willows of Medway. SSN Metro- Meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month.  RSVP required for all meetings. Please contact Bob at bobdeperon@goldenrule.care or Carol at cpotter2a@gmail.com for more info.

Mar 26 Thurs 8:30-10am The Highlands, Fitchburg. Senior Care Collaborative (SCC)  –meets on the 4th Thursday of every month. Speaker and venue vary.  See info flyer for more info. . Contact mmorin@lutheranrehab.com for more info.

Ongoing…  

Fridays, January 16th - March 6th (8 weeks) - 10am-12noon - Virtual (Zoom) - Stepping On - Join us for a free fall prevention workshop. This one-of-a-kind, evidence-based program has been proven to decrease falls by 31%.  It uses a multifactorial approach focusing on four critical domains: balance and strength exercises; medication review; vision review; and home modifications. Offered by the Brigham and Women's Hospital Injury Prevention Program. To register, visit our website at BWH Injury Prevention or contact Maria Tumang at 617-525-7802 or mtumang@bwh.harvard.edu

Oct 24 - Nov 19 Fri 8:30-10am Friday morning meet & greets. Tatnuck Park, Worcester.  Meet & Greet appointments featuring coffee, eat and pastries. Meetings every 30 minutes from 8:30-10:am. For more info and to reserve your spot, reach out to Tammy at 508-755-7277 0r email tjackson@benchmarkquality.com

1st Wed of every month at noon. Unitarian Universal Church, Worcester.Rainbow Lunch & Supper Club forOlder Adults who identify as LGBTQ+. Unitarian Universalist Church 140 Shore Drive Worcester See attached flyer for more info or reach out to WLEN at wlen@ESWA.org

Alzheimer’s & related Dementias MONTHLY FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP. 4th Wednesday of every month from 5:30-6:30pm. Golden Pond Assisted Living of Hopkinton, MA would like to invite you to a free Family Caregiver Support Group open to family and friends of people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease or a related Dementias. This group will meet monthly at our community.  Our support group is a great way to connect with people who are going through similar situations and to find solace in knowing that you are not alone. Light Refreshments Will Be Served. Group Facilitator:  Dawn Russo, Golden Pond Resident Programs Director and Certified Dementia Practitioner. For more information or to sign up, please contact Dawn @ (508) 435-1250, extension 141 or via email @ drusso@goldenpondal.com

Tuesdays, Sept. 9 – Oct. 28 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM  SPECIAL SERIES: Weeks to a Better Brain and Pain Management with Meditation. This transformative virtual series empowers seniors, caregivers, and anyone interested in holistic wellness to harness the healing power of meditation. Each weekly session combines evidence-based mindfulness techniques with practical pain management strategies, creating a comprehensive approach to mental and physical well-being. Explore how meditation can help with better brain health, pain management, and overall well-being. Sessions include educational components about the brain-pain connection and practical tools for daily implementation. Participants will have developed a personalized meditation toolkit, improved stress management skills, and enhanced quality of life through reduced pain perception and increased mental clarity. Join for one session or the full series – it’s your choice. To register, email us at info@professionalcarematch.com. You may also call (833) PCMATCH for more information. 

* (Monthly Parkinson's Support Group!) First WEDNESDAY of every month 6:00 - 7:30 PM at The Falls at Cordingly Dam in Newton - Parkinson's Classroom - Understand. Educate. Support. - The complexity of Parkinson's Disease severely impacts families, caregivers and those with PD.  Our group provides opportunity of support through various educational topics, guest speakers from experts in the field of PD and meeting others who understand - facilitated by Niki Sinopoli LICSW, co-sponsored by Bob from Right at Home Boston Metro West. This group is for caregivers, family members, and those with PD - RSVP to Niki at niki@nextstepeldercare.com or 617-903-0076