Events & Seminars
From senior seminars and caregiver workshops to concerts and fundraising events, there's always something happening at LIFE Senior Services.
(CAREGIVER PROGRAM)
Compassion Fatigue for the Family Caregiver
(Two-Part Series)
What is compassion fatigue? Can you experience burnout and not even recognize it? If you know you have it, what can you do about it? Please join us to learn effective tools for prevention, assessment and recovery, simple ways to identify fatigue and burnout, practical strategies for taking care of yourself while caring for others, techniques for developing coping skills, insight and support.
Dates: Tuesdays: February 21 and February 28
Time: 9 a.m. - noon
Location: LIFE Senior Services,
3106 S. Juniper Ave., Broken Arrow
Cost: Free
Reservations: Click here to sign up online, or call (918) 664-9000, ext. 241.
(If you can't make it to this seminar, join us Tuesdays, Oct. 9-30)
Energy Saving Tips and Tools
Are energy bills getting you down? Do you need tips and tools to help save energy? Public Service Company of Oklahoma (PSO) is presenting a seminar about ways to save energy and money. Those who attend will receive a free power saving kit. Reservations are required.
Dates: Thursday, February 23rd
Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Location: LIFE Senior Services,
902 E. Pine St., Tulsa
Cost: Free
Reservations: Click here to sign up online, or call (918) 664-9000, ext. 241.
(CAREGIVER PROGRAM)
Caregiving 101
Whether you are new to caregiving or are a seasoned "pro", this program offers practical and usable information to help at any stage of caregiving.
Dates: Tuesday, March 13
Time: 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: LIFE's Central Training Center,
5950 E. 31st St., Tulsa
Cost: Free
Reservations: Click here to sign up online, or call (918) 664-9000, ext. 241.
The Basics of Medicare
If you find Medicare confusing, this is the seminar for you. The Senior Health Insurance Counseling Program (SHIP) at LIFE Senior Services, sponsored by the Oklahoma Insurance Department, will cover the basics of Medicare and explain what you need to know about Medicare's different parts.
Dates: Wednesdays in 2012: Mar. 14, Apr. 11, May 9, Jun. 13, Jul. 11,
Aug. 15, Sept. 12
Time: 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Location: LIFE's Central Training Center,
5950 E. 31st St.
Cost: Free
Reservations: Click here to sign up online, or call (918) 664-9000, ext. 250. Space is limited.
The Social Security Administration 101
What does the Social Security Administration do and how does it affect you? Vicky Watkins, Public Affairs Specialist from the Social Security Administration will provide information on programs, eligibility, documents and more to help anyone navigate the processes of the Social Security Administration.
Dates: Wednesdays: Mar. 14, Jun. 13, Sept. 12
Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: LIFE's Central Training Center,
5950 E. 31st St., Tulsa
Cost: Free
Reservations: Click here to sign up online, or call (918) 664-9000, ext. 250. Space is limited.
Chronic Condition Workshop
Discover practical ways to deal with pain and fatigue. Learn how to better talk to your family and doctors about your health. Free respite available for caregivers who make arrangements. Reservations required.
Dates: Tuesdays: April 3 - May 8
Time: 3:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Location: LIFE's Central Training Center,
5950 E. 31st St., Tulsa
Cost: Free
Reservations: Click here to sign up online, or call (918) 664-9000, ext. 241.
(CAREGIVER PROGRAM)
Savvy Caregiver
Professional Training
for the Family Caregiver
This six-week series for caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia provides knowledge and skills essential for successful caregiving. Complimentary on-site respite care is available. Seating is limited. Reservations required.
Dates: Tuesdays: Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28 and Sept. 4, 11
Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Location: LIFE's Adult Day Services Training Center, 3106 S. Juniper Ave., Broken Arrow (west of 101st Street and Elm Place, behind Taco Bell)
Cost: Free
Reservations: Click here to sign up online, or call (918) 664-9000, ext. 241
(PROFESSIONAL TRAINING)
Community Information and Assistance Training (CIAT)
This two day intensive workshop for professionals presents up-to-date information about critical benefits and services for older adults and adults with disabilities and their families. Click here for a brochure.
Dates: Thursday, April 12 and Friday, April 13
(Join our Professional Training List to receive advance notice of our next CIAT in July.)
Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Morton Comprehensive Health Services
1334 N. Lansing Ave., Tulsa
Reservations: Click here to sign up online, or call (918) 664-9000, ext. 8443.
Healthy Brain Strategies
Mounting evidence suggests that lifestyle has a strong link to brain health and even risk for dementia. Jackie Lenzy, education coordinator for the Alzheimer's Association will share the science and fun tips to keep your brain healthy. The things you do today can make for a healthier brain tomorrow.
Dates: Wednesday, April 25
Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Location: LIFE's Central Training Center,
5950 E. 31st St., Tulsa
Cost: Free
Reservations: Click here to sign up online, or call (918) 664-9000, ext. 241.
(CAREGIVER PROGRAM)
Compassion Fatigue for the Family Caregiver
(Two-Part Series)
What is compassion fatigue? Can you experience burnout and not even recognize it? If you know you have it, what can you do about it? Please join us to learn effective tools for prevention, assessment and recovery, simple ways to identify fatigue and burnout, practical strategies for taking care of yourself while caring for others, techniques for developing coping skills, insight and support.
Dates: Tuesdays: October 9 - 30th
Time: 10 a.m. - noon
Location: LIFE Senior Services,
3106 S. Juniper Ave., Broken Arrow (west of 101st Street and Elm Place, behind Taco Bell)
Cost: Free
Reservations: Click here to sign up online, or call (918) 664-9000, ext. 241.
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