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Our Medicare Basics Classes, live via Zoom, are designed for anyone wanting to understand Medicare enrollment, plans, benefits, and costs. Our program provides up-to-date, objective information and guidance when comparing and enrolling in Prescription Drug plans (Medicare Part D), Advantage Plans, and information about Supplemental insurance plans (Medigaps). We also provide guidance in the appeal process and information about resources for financial help with Medicare costs.
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 6-7:30 p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 20, 1:30-3 p.m.
Wednesday, March 12, 6-7:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 20, 10-11:30 a.m.
To register for Medicare Basics or set up an appointment, please visit boco.org/Medicare.
Mindfulness Meditation
Mindfulness meditation is a practice of encouraging attention to the present moment. By allowing for awareness of what is most present now, we develop our capacity for moments of focus, openness, and peace in our lives.
What: Each session will include a guided meditation, with emphasis on bringing purposeful and kind attention to our experience, followed by time for reflections and questions about the practice. Beginners and experienced meditators are welcome.
Option 1 - Online
When: Tuesdays, 10-10:40 a.m.
10-10:05 a.m.—Arriving & Settling In
10:05-10:30 a.m.—Introduction and Guided Meditation
10:30-10:40 a.m.—Group Discussion
Where: Zoom. Please note these are drop-in sessions and you can register at any time to join one, multiple, or all sessions.
Register here.
Option 2 - In-Person
When: Wednesday, March 5, 1-2 p.m.
Where: West Age Well Center (909 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder)
Register online here or call 303-441-3148.
Kara Traikoff is the Wellness Program Specialist with Boulder County Area Agency on Aging and facilitator of this meditation. She has a background in higher education and community mindfulness, and she specializes in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and adapted mindfulness courses to support healing, growth, and self-compassion. Kara is passionate about encouraging others to experience and live the fullest life possible. She leads and creates wellness opportunities from the heart of her dedicated personal mindfulness practice.
Chronic Disease Self-Management Program
Chronic health conditions can impact all areas of life, making even simple activities seem unmanageable. Luckily, there are many things you can do to improve your health and outlook. Developed at Stanford University, this 6-week interactive program will focus on practical skills and more, including:
• Techniques to control symptoms and gain self-confidence
• Exercises for improving strength, mobility, and flexibility
• Tools for pain management
• Approaches to healthy eating
• Opportunities to share experiences and ask questions
When: Mondays, March 3-April 7, 2-4:30 p.m.
Where: Louisville Senior Center (900 Via Appia Way, Louisville)
Register online here or call 303-335-4919.
Fresh Conversations
Fresh Conversations is an evidence-based nutrition education program focused on timely nutrition topics presented monthly. Fresh Conversations is led by Patti Murphy, RDN and sessions are held on Zoom.
Macular Degeneration: Sight-Saving Strategies
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 3-4 p.m.
Breaking News: Eggs are Good for You
Wednesday, March 12, 3-4 p.m.
Register here.
Questions? Please email infoHealthyAging@bouldercounty.gov.
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