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Turner Senior Wellness Program September– December, 2020

https://michmed.org/tswp

Geriatrics CenterRaymond Yung, MD, DirectorAdministrative Offices: (734) 764-3493

Geriatrics Center Clinicsand Turner Geriatric ClinicClinic: (734) 764-6831Toll-free: (877) 865-2167Clinic fax: (734) 647-8535

Geriatrics Center Social Workand Community ProgramsNina Abney, LMSW, Associate Director Social Work and Community Programs Social Work Office: (734) 764-2556

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at U-M Lisa Barton, MPP, DirectorBenjamin Richards, Assistant Director Phone: (734) 998-9351The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Michigan is a vibrant and welcoming community of 1,500 retirees (aged 50+) who engage their minds and stay socially active through lifelong learning. All community members are welcome. Visit olli-umich.org for more information.

Silver Club Memory Programs Shannon Etcheverry, LMSW, Director Phone: (734) 998-9352Fax: (734) 998-9340

Silver Club offers a range of programs for people with memory loss, from the time of diagnosis through the moderate stage of illness. Programs are designed to help people with memory loss engage in meaningful activities, experience mental and physical stimulation, and share joys and concerns with others. Contact Silver Club Memory Programs for more info. (734) 998-9352 or email ShannonEtcheverry at smguida@med.umich.edu.

Turner Senior Wellness Program Jennifer Howard, LMSW, DirectorMaire DeLand, LMSW, Assistant Director Phone: (734) 998-9353Fax: (734) 998-9340Hours: 9am - 5pm, Mon - Fri

Executive Officers of Michigan MedicineMarschall S. Runge, M.D., Ph.D., Executive Vice President for Medical Affairs, Dean, U-M Medical School; Patricia D. Hurn, Dean, School of Nursing.

The Regents of the University of MichiganJordan B. Acker, Michael J. Behm, Mark J. Bernstein, Paul W. Brown, Shauna Ryder Diggs, Denise Ilitch, Ronald Weiser, Katherine E. White, Mark S. Schlissel (ex officio).

The University of Michigan, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of Michigan is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. Inquiries or complaints may be addressed to the Senior Director for Institutional Equity, and Title IX/Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Office of Institutional Equity, 2072 Administrative Services Building, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1432, 734-763-0235, TTY 734-647-1388. For other University of Michigan information call 734-764-1817.

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Dear Friends,

I hope this newsletter finds you healthy and safe. I regret that I am unable to meet most of you in-person as the pandemic has locked us away from each other. For those of you whom I've not met, I have had the honor to serve as the new director of the Turner Senior Wellness Program since March. I've not served a single day when the center was open to the public. I've not witnessed the energy of our exercise classes, the warmth of our volunteer greeters, the conversation that happens in our lobby, the spirited competition between friends playing bridge and mah-jongg, or the laughter and joy of everyone coming together in-person.

Let me tell you what I have witnessed in my short time here. I've seen a staff pull together to check in with our participants and start a phone reassurance program. I've seen volunteers checking in with one another. I've seen staff and volunteers scramble to make sure as many of our programs as possible could be enjoyed virtually. We, along with you, have adapted to new technology where we've exercised, meditated, learned, and socialized together.

Groups have inspired me like TAASC (Turner African American Service Council) who meet every two weeks for hours through Zoom and through the phone (for those who don't have access to the technology) to plan and carry out their mission because no pandemic and no one would ever get in their way.

Please know that we are here! If you need help, resources, or just a friendly person to call you each week for friendship and conversation, please let us know. We are slowly reopening our center but will do whatever it takes to keep you connected and safe. You'll find a newsletter that is a little different this year. Most of the programs are virtual. We have a few that will meet in person as long as it's safe to do so. We have an easy way to register online for most of our programs but we are always available by phone to help you out!

For current updates on the status of the centerreopening please subscribe to our e-newsletteror call us at 734-998-9353, email atinfo.tswp@umich.edu, or go to our website athttps://michmed.org/tswp.

Please stay safe and my best,

Jennifer Howard, LMSW (she, her, hers)Director, Turner Senior Wellness ProgramAsst Director, Geriatric Community Programsjwhoward@umich.edu

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Turner Senior Wellness Program September – December, 2020

Turner Senior Resource Center 2401 Plymouth Road, Suite C

Ann Arbor, MI 48105 (734) 998-9353

https://michmed.org/tswp

Healthy Living Presentations

Program LocationsVirtual =Offered on the Zoom platform. When you register, you will receive a link and call in information to connect to the group.TSRC =Turner Senior Resource Center 2401 Plymouth Road, Ann ArborTechnology Mentors: 1-on-1

Assistance By appointment. Assistance for questions related to computers, internet, e-mail, cell phones, and other issues as requested. Fee: $10/hr. Scholarships available. Call (734) 998-9353 for appointment.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute offers computer classes on a variety of topics. Call (734) 998-9351.

Cooking Demonstrations

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Ongoing Turner Senior Wellness Services

Support Groups Group Therapy

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Special Events

Advance Directives: Planning for Future Health Care Decisions Preparation of durable power of attorney for healthcare and living will with trained volunteers. Call (734) 764-2556 for an appointment. No fee.

Caregiver and Community Resources Program staff and trained volunteers give referrals & information to older adults and their families about resources specific to their needs. Call (734) 998-9353.

Directory for Washtenaw County Access an online database of agencies and programs by visiting our website https://michmed.org/tswp, scrolling down and clicking Local Resources.

Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program Tuesdays, 9:30am-4:30pm Trained volunteers provide assistance virtually or over the phone with Medicare, Medicaid, health and prescription insurance and medical bills. Call (734) 998-9353 for an appointment. No fee.

Exercise and Fitness

Making Your Own Mozzarella Thursday, Sept 17, 1-2pm Chef Adam, StoryPoint

Learn to Make Quiche LorraineTuesday, Oct 20, 2-3pmChef Mark, Hillside Terrace

Volunteering

Volunteers are essential to our programs. Call (734) 998-9353 to get involved.

Gallery 55+Virtual Art Shows Coming Soon! Check TSWP's website for more info: https://michmed.org/tswp

Anatomical DonationsTuesday, Sep 29, 2-3pmLearn about the process of anatomical donations at Michigan Medicine. Clayne Frazier, U-M Anatomical Donations Program

Coffee with a CopTuesday, Oct 6, 11am-12pmInformal conversation with Ann Arbor's finest to learn about home safety, scams, or any other questions you'd like to ask. Officer Martelle, Ann Arbor Police Department

Flu ClinicWednesday, Oct 14, 9am-2pmCall to schedule an appointment (734) 998-9353

A-Ride Paratransit Explained - What isit and how do I apply?Monday, Nov 2, 2-3pmTravel Trainer: Tracy Byrd, AAATA

Finding and Navigating Health Information Online Monday, Nov 9, 10-11am Learn strategies for finding credible health information online. Merle Rosenzweig & Mark MacEachern, Informationists, Taubman Health Sciences Library

Staying Alert to Avoid Scams Thursday, Nov 12, 10-11amJustine Bykowski, LMSW

Save the date:Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Saturday, Jan 23, 2021

Hearing Amplification in 2020 Wednesday, Aug 26, 10-11:30am Allie Heckman, AuD, Michigan Medicine

Health Perspectives on COVID-19 Tuesday, Sep 15, 10-11:30amPreeti Malani, MD, Joy Ensor, PhD, Jimena Loveluck

Mindfulness for Chronic Pain Friday, Sep 25, 10:30am-12:00pm Mariko Foulk, LMSW, Clinical Social Worker, Turner Geriatric Clinic

For information and registration, and to schedule an initial assessment, call (734) 764-2556. Therapy groups andassessments are covered by Medicareand most secondary insurance.

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) GroupThis is an evidence-based therapy group to prevent future relapse of depression/anxiety. 8 weekly sessions: Fridays, Sep 25-Nov 13, 1:30-3:30. Offered virtually via Zoom. To schedule the initial orientation/assessment, please call (734) 764-2556. Mariko Foulk, LMSW, Halla Motawi, LMSW

New members are always welcome to these ongoing programs. No fee.

Arthritis Support GroupThird Fridays, 10-11:30am Marti Dalley, Mariko Foulk, LMSW Location: TSRC & Virtual

Cancer Support Group for Older Adults Second Thursdays, 3-4:30pm Jane Deering, Ann Arbor Cancer Support Network VolunteerLocation: Virtual. Call (734) 489-9585 or go to www.cancersupportannarbor.org/olderadults.

Caring For Aging RelativesSecond Wednesdays, 6-8pm Marie Milliken, LMSW Location: VirtualCall (734) 764-2556 for link.

Caring for Your MateFourth Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30pMary Rumman, LMSW, Anna Tolis, LMSW Location: VirtualCall (734) 764-2556 for link.

Grief Group for Older Adults or Family Members of Older Adults Affected by Loss Due to COVID-19Third Tuesdays, 3-4pmSarah Doll, LMSW, Mary Rumman, LMSW Location: VirtualCall (734) 764-2556 for link.

Low Vision Support GroupFourth Wednesdays, 1-2:30pm Location: Virtual

Staying Smoke-FreeSecond & Fourth Tuesdays, 2:30-4pm Sally Edwards, LMSWLocation: TSRC & Virtual

Writing, Reflections & Conversations First Mondays, 1-3pmMary Anna Bradshaw, M.Ed. Location: Virtual

Registration Instructions For All Activities

The location of our activities is primarily virtual. Follow these instructions for all registrations unless otherwise noted:

Register here or copy/paste this link into your browser:https://forms.gle/F5UC6oc73N93MRrq5

If you have questions, please call (734) 998-9353 or emailinfo.tswp@umich.edu.

Bridge, Chess, Mah-jongg, and Scrabble are temporarily suspended while COVID-19 still impacts our community. We hope to resume these activities when it’s safe to do so.

Una Tertulia First & Third Tuesdays, 3-4pm Social/educational group for older adults for whom Spanish is their first language. Make new friends and learn new things. Offered over Zoom.

Ongoing Meditation Tuesdays, 10-11amBilha Birman Rivlin, Still Mountain Meditation. Location: Virtual.

Lunch for Older AdultsTuesdays, 12 noonCall (734) 998-9353 to register 2 days in advance. Limited availability, first come, first served.Suggested donation of $3 for those over 60; fee of $5.50 under 60.Location: In person or pick up.

Virtual Monthly Craft GroupFourth Thursdays, 3-4:30pmBring a project you're working on and make new friends virtually.

Brain GymMondays and Wednesdays 1-2pm Aug 17, 19, 24, 26, 31 & Sep 2, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30Katy Held, Movement & Learning Specialist. Location: Virtual.

Move and Groove Workout with Megan SimsMovement and dance designed for overall wellness. No fee. Location: Virtual.Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2-3pmSession I (7 weeks): Aug 18-Sep 24 (not Sep 10)Session II (8 weeks): Oct 6-Nov 19

Healthy Moves, Healthy SelfNia Aguirre, ND. Call (734) 883-7513 to register. TSRC and Virtual.6-week sessions:Session I: Sept 18-Oct 16 (full)Session II: Nov 2-Dec 11

Gentle Yoga Tuesday, 9:15-10:00am, $50 Thursday, 9:15-10:00am, $50

Chair Exercise Tuesday, 10:30-11:15am, $45 Thursday, 10:30-11:15am, $45

Turner Ongoing Noontime ExerciseNo fee. Location: Virtual.

Tai Chi Mon, Wed, Fri 12-12:30pm

Walking Off the Pounds Mon, Wed, Fri 12:30-1:00pm

Yoga As We Grow OlderThursdays, Nov 5, 12, 19 & Dec 3, 10, 17, 10-11amNo yoga experience/physical fitness required. No fee. Facilitator: Dorothyann CoyneLocation: Virtual.

BIG HEARTS FOR SENIORS Thank you to the following 2020

Sponsors!

PRESENTING SPONSOR Memory Lane Assisted Living

Platinum SponsorsAtria Park of Ann ArborAll Seasons Ann Arbor

Michigan Medicine Community Health Services Hillside Terrace Senior Living

Underwriting/Technology Sponsor Humana

Gold SponsorsArbor Hospice

Brightstar Care of Ann Arbor Brookhaven Manor Senior Living

Glacier Hills Senior Living Communities Home Instead Senior Care

Ferguson Widmayer & Clark, PC Linden Square Assisted Living

Reinhart RealtorsUniversity of Michigan Credit Union

United Healthcare

Effects of Weight Gain in Later Years and How to Make Positive Changes Wednesday, Oct 14, 10-11:30am Shenbagam Dewar, MD, Clinical Asst Professor, Division of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine

Disaster PreparednessMonday, Oct 19, 10:30am-12:00pm Emily Thayer, Disaster Cycle Services AmeriCorps Member- American Red Cross

Mitigating the Impact of COVID-19 on Underserved Communities: Lessons Learned from Flint & Implications for Reducing Health Disparities Beyond Tuesday, Oct 20, 10-11:30amDebra Furr-Holden, PhD, Lawrence Reynolds, MD

What's New With Medicare in 2021?Wednesday, Oct 21, 2-3:30pm Melissa Devine, MMAP Coordinator

Understanding Behavior Change in DementiaFriday, Oct 23, 10:30-12:00Beth Spencer, MA, LMSW, Social Worker and Author

Pandemic Update: Vaccines, Testing and TreatmentsTuesday, Nov 17, 10-11:30amDr. Emily Toth Martin

Joy in the Time of COVID-19Tuesday, Dec 15, 10-11:30amVictor J. Strecher, PhD, MPH

Recreational/Social Activities