Health & Wellness

Ageways-Caregiver Support

Thursday, January 23, 2025 | 1:00-2:00pm

Julie Lowenthal, AgeWays (formerly The Area Agency on Aging 1-B)

The Ageways nonprofit Senior Services is a nonprofit serving older adults, people with disabilities and family caregivers in a six-county region of southeast Michigan. We help people access the services and programs they need to remain living independently and with dignity in their own home or with family caregivers. Join us fora closer look at the programs and services the agency has available to seniors and their caregivers. We will be spotlighting our in-home care programs, Meals on Wheels, Health and Wellness classes, Caregiver Coaching Program and other supports for those who are aging or those who are caring for a loved one. You will come away with the knowledge and support needed to take care of yourself, care for a relative or friend and understand where to go when you need help. Our hope is that you know that you can turn to Ageways Senior Services every step of the way

Digestive Health

Thursday, January 30, 2025 | 12:00-1:00pm

Dr. Amit Bhan, MD, Henry Ford Health 

Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders can be painful, stressful and embarrassing, and they can keep you from enjoying the activities you love. Join Henry Ford Health’s Amit Bhan, MD, a board-certified gastroenterologist, in a discussion around coping with some of these conditions including reflux, constipation and bloating. A light lunch will be served

Blood Pressure Clinic

Monday, February 3, 2025 | 11:00-12:00pm

The first Monday of each month. 

A trained healthcare professional will screen your blood pressure and blood oxygen levels.

Parkinson's Support Group

Monday, February 10, 2025 | 5:30-6:30pm

Second Monday evening of each month. 

The South Oakland County Parkinson's Support Group, sponsored by the Michigan Parkinson's Foundation, is a group of people who meet to learn more about Parkinson’s disease and the services available. This group brings together people with a common bond. So many people say, “And I thought I was the only one with this problem.” Come for camaraderie, support, and learn from each other. Groups include people with PD, care partners, friends, families and health professionals. Facilitated by the Michigan Parkinson's Foundation staff. For more information call 248-419-7170.

Drop-in, no registration necessary.

Simple Ways to Improve Brain Health and Memory

Thursday, February 13, 2025 | 11:00-12:00pm

Adam Sterling, Certified Dementia Practitioner

Research indicates that up to 40% of dementias may be linked to lifestyle factors. These presentations will look at brain anatomy and provide practical activities and information to improve cognition, memory and significantly enhance brain health. We encourage members to register for both presentations, however, if you can’t fit both sessions into your schedule, feel free to sign-up for just one. The presenter, Adam Sterling, is a Certified Dementia Practitioner with over 30 years of experience in senior wellness, including work with the Alzheimer's Association and senior living communities.

PRESENTATION #1: BRAIN HEALTH – SIMPLE ACTIVITIES TO IMPROVE MEMORY AND COGNITION Thursday, February 13 at 11:00 am  This presentation will…

• Explore how aging impacts brain anatomy, cognition, and memory.

• Explain about common changes in memory storage and retrieval with age.

• Deliver practical strategies to support cognitive health.

• Include engaging exercises designed to stimulate the brain and boost memory.

Participants will receive a multi-page handout with a variety of practical, short daily activities/exercises to enhance memory and cognitive function.

PRESENTATION #2: BRAIN HEALTH – HOW THE BRAIN CREATES MEMORIES, DISTINGUISHING NORMAL FORGETFULNESS FROM DEMENTIA AND MNEMONIC MEMORY TOOLS Thursday, February 20 at 11:00 am

This presentation will…

• Explore how the brain forms and stores memories.

• Demonstrate the difference between normal forgetfulness and signs of dementia.

• Deliver information about reversible vs. irreversible dementias.

• Include an introduction to mnemonic tools to aid memory and information recall.

New! Low Vision Support Group

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 | 1:00-2:30pm

Henry Ford Health Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology 3rd Wednesday of each month from 1:00 – 2:30pm Free to Members and Future Members

This support group provides a comfortable environment to discuss the challenges of living fully with visual impairment. The group meets monthly to discuss their successes and challenges in daily life. Speakers on appropriate topics present occasionally as well. Many friendships have developed within the group. On occasion, the group takes day trips and attends parties. All of this is made possible by the fundraising of the Friends of Vision and grants. Please feel free to call Ashley Livshiz (Support Group Coordinator) with any questions. Office:313-936-1969/Mobile: 313-909-8724.

Heart Health

Thursday, February 27, 2025 | 12:00-1:00pm

Dr. Vaidahi Patel, MD, Henry Ford Health 

February is American Heart Month and a great time to learn what you can do to keep your heart healthy. Dr. Vaidahi Patel, MD, is a cardiologist with Henry Ford Health. She will share tips on improving heart health as we age, prevention best practices, how to navigate cardiac emergencies, and more. Don’t miss this informative presentation! A light lunch will be served.