Point Defiance ~ Ruston Senior Center August Program Highlights

Enrich Your Mind, Support Your Well-Being, and Enjoy Time with Friends at the Senior Center

Veteran’s Benefits

Tuesday, August 4, 9:45am

Comfort Keepers is sponsoring this talk about Veteran’s Benefits.  Join us for a free, informative session on veteran caregiving options, including Aid & Attendance and Homemaker & Home Health Aide services.  Learn if you may qualify and how to apply.  An outreach person from the Tacoma Veteran Center will also cover VA pension programs, death benefits, and Dependency & Indemnity Compensation.  Must register.

Sign up.

Alzheimer’s Presentation

Tuesday, August 11, 9:45am

Caring for someone living with dementia brings a unique set of challenges and rewards.  With the right help and support, you can empower yourself to provide quality care while managing your own well-being.  Topics include: The role of a caregiver and changes you may experience, Using a person-centered care approach, Building a support team, and Managing caregiver stress. 

Sign up for this presentation by the Alzheimer’s Association,.

Long Term Care Presentation

Wednesday, August 12, 9:45am

Vanessa Voss from VOSS Group will present on Long Term Care.

Sign up for this presentation

Apple Users Group

Thursday, August 13, 1-3pm

Ron will help you with your iPhone and other Apple products!

Master Gardener Presentations

4^th Thursdays, April-September, 1:00pm

August’s Master Gardener Presentation is Thursday, August 27th.  The topic is Oh Deer!  Dealing with Deer in the Garden.  Simone Melancon is the Master Gardener for August. Must register.

Movie Club Movie and Discussion

Monday, August 17 & August 24, 1pm

Watch the movie La La Land on the 17^th from 1-3pm and discuss it on the 24^th from 1-2pm.  We love movies!  Join the club.

Keep in mind that some events have limited space and require a reservation.  Call the senior center to reserve or register the next time you’re here!

Point Defiance ~ Ruston Senior Center

4716 N. Baltimore Street, Tacoma, 253-756-0601.  For a full calendar of events and classes: https://www.franketobeyjones.com/pt-defiance-ruston-senior-center/about/