State residents who want to learn about one of Wyoming’s most pressing issues can attend a caregivers conference in Casper April 15-16. The first day will feature sessions for caregiving professionals, while the second day will focus on family caregivers’ concerns.
From history, painting and cooking to games, fitness and health, AARP Idaho is spotlighting New Knowledge Adventures as a way for people 50-plus to have fun and meet others while keeping their brains sharp.
At first, Laura Blase had little interest in participating in individual events at last year’s St. Louis Senior Olympics. She came out only to partner with her brother John, who was excited about the chance to throw a javelin again for the first time since college.
Gain confidence in using a tablet or smartphone by taking a free workshop sponsored by AARP and AT&T. The AARP TEK (Technology, Education and Knowledge) workshops help people 50-plus get comfortable with using mobile technology to gather information, take photos and stay connected with family and friends.
AARP Nebraska is offering computer classes to help residents get comfortable using a computer or tablet. The classes are designed for people with little, if any, computer experience. Instructors explain how to browse the Internet and send email, and participants have a hands-on opportunity to do these things in class.
AARP is offering a free Caregiving Resource Guide for Wisconsinites helping a parent, spouse or other adult continue to live as independently as possible.