Author: Joey Ciaramitaro

Storylines is a free self-care app that makes it easy for you to track and manage your health conditions. It also allows you to access the NeedyMeds Drug Discount Card and other information on assistance programs, right at your fingertips.

SeniorCare Inc. and NeedyMeds will co-host a free workshop to learn about the Storylines App on Wednesday, August 8, 2018, 5-6pm at SeniorCare’s offices at 49 Blackburn Center in Gloucester.

People living with a disability, people ages 60+ and caregivers are invited to this free information session.  Call Kelly at 978-281-6666 to RSVP or if you have any questions.  For more information about the Storylines App, go to www.needymeds.org/storylines.

About SeniorCare

SeniorCare Inc. serves an area that represents more than 27,000 residents aged 60 and over.  We provide services to adults with disabilities and elders in nine communities—Beverly, Essex, Gloucester, Hamilton, Ipswich, Manchester by the Sea, Rockport, Topsfield and…

Gloucester Cemeteries Advisory Committee would like to share with the community news about an upcoming August preservation workshop in Gloucester.

Gravestone Preservation Workshop August 3 and 4 of 2018 at Clark’s Cemetery and First Parish Burial Grounds, Gloucester, MA.  This 2-day workshop will provide basic information and hands-on skills for people who are interested in preserving historic gravestones and cemetery monuments. Each day will have an entirely different focus, and the content will not be repeated. Participants are welcome to attend either or both days.  For detailed information on this workshop please visit http://ptn.org Cost: $100 for 1 day or $150 for both days. The restoration instructors are donating their services and the workshop monies will be used to fund the Christopher P. Robinson Scholarship Fund.  Contact Info: Moss Rudley: mossrudley@yahoo.com (304-261-1748) or Jon Appell: jwappell@gmail.com (860-558-2785)

Everything you need for a delicious summer dinner is right at the Cape Ann Farmers Market!

Thursdays 3:00-6:30 at Stage Fort Park!

Local fish, bread, cheese, veggies, and fruit, plus live music, ready-to-eat snacks, and beautiful crafts!

capeannfarmersmarket.org 

**This market accepts SNAP/EBT, WIC, & Senior Farmers Market Coupons!**

July 29 Art Haven is hosting “ON EXPOSED BRICK” showcase of works from 6 Northshore based artists who work across many mediums including mixed-media collages, acrylic and oil paintings, ceramics, sculptures, and photographs.

Location: 76 Roger’s Street, Gloucester.

For more information contact traci@arthaven.org

www.arthaven.org

We were very happy to get feedback from our first group of students, on the last day of their week at Summer STEM: Fish Fraud Forensics:

“My favorite part of the course was when we extracted the DNA.  I felt like a real scientist!”

“I would recommend this course to my friends because it gives a good introduction to what it’s like to work in lab.”

“I would recommend this course because it was interesting, engaging and really educational.  We were all able to learn so much in just five days.”

Space is still available for our remaining two sessions starting on July 23^rd and August 6^th.

 Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!

Visit our website at gmgi.org/summerstem to learn more and download the registration forms. 

Join Feather& Wedge for dinner and a special evening of acoustic music this Thursday from one of the area’s most talented singer/songwriters, Andrew James. Come hear wonderful covers of music by James Taylor, Tracy Chapman, John Mayer, Jack Johnson and a few originals.

Thursday, July 19, 2018
8:00 – 10:30 PM

Reservations highly suggested! 978.999.5917

Did you know that Crossfit Cape Ann offers a discount for all current students? If you are home for the summer or a local student, come check us out!

The primary goal at CFCA is to help our members increase their capability, durability (both mental and physical) and most importantly longevity through consistent quality movement in a fun and supportive environment. We have evolved over the years into what we’d consider more of a “lifestyle” crossfit gym. We focus on exercises that we feel have the best carryover to the demands of our member’s lives outside of the gym and less on competition or Crossfit as “sport”.

For more about joining – check out our webpage! 

The Rhumb Line is once again hosting The Rhumb Line Open to benefit Cape Ann Animal Aid! It’s happening on July 30, 2018 at Beverly Golf & Tennis Club. Email rhumblineopen@gmail.com for more info or to register!

This Saturday morning 9-12 join us at Art Haven with instructor Traci Thayne Corbett for this great water color sketch class. Learn watercolor technique, and a fun, new way to fit more art into your day. $75, materials included!

Register at http://www.arthaven.org/workshops

SLOW DOWN! The dog days of summer are here and it is the perfect time to soak in the light around us and within us. Nourish yourself with this magical practice of deeply supported yoga poses, guided visualization, breathing and just BE. Restorative yoga is active relaxation using props such as blankets, bolsters, blocks, eye pillows and sandbags to bring the body back to balance and into a relaxed state. You will feel rejuvenated, clear and calm for the week ahead. Sign up at www.nsryoga.com $25 and all levels welcome! NSRY provides the finest props including mats in our beautiful candlelit studio!

First Responder Training
Wednesday, July 18, 2018, 8am-11am
SeniorCare Inc.
49 Blackburn Center, Gloucester, MA 01930

Understand, Approach & Respond:
Effective Interventions with Individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Dementias. The training will provide 3 approved credits by the Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services for EMS personnel.

This no-cost training is designed to provide evidence-informed education to First Responders on understanding the impact that Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias may have on individuals and communities. This program has been developed specifically for First Responders. Strategies acquired from this training will provide an understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias and practical strategies to optimize the effectiveness of responding during on-scene interactions with persons living with dementia and their families. Additionally, attendees will gain an understanding of available dementia-related resources.

Program provided at no cost

Instructor:
Ronda Randazzo, MSW, LICSW, CDP
Manager, Community Education and Training
Alzheimer’s Association MA/NH

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