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September 23, 2019

Senior Care Alliance Conference

booth at senior care alliance conference

The West Central Center on Aging attended the annual Senior Care Alliance Conference on September 22 and 23 at the Fort Smith Convention Center.  The event was well attended by local senior care providers and organization that provide senior care.  The conference theme this year was “No Longer Lost At Sea”.   Over 100 people stopped…


August 29, 2019

September is Healthy Aging Month

woman outside doing yoga

What are some issues that may affect me as I age? Back Pain….Back pain is more common the older you get. It can range from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp pain that makes it hard to move. Injuries from accidents or falls, mechanical problems with the back itself (such as ruptured disks…


August 1, 2019

Remember Your Shots!

Older adult getting shot

August is National Immunization Awareness Month! Shots (or vaccines) help prevent dangerous and sometimes deadly diseases. Vaccines aren’t just for kids – adults need to get vaccinated to stay protected from serious illnesses like the flu, measles, and pneumonia. National Immunization Awareness Month is a great time to promote vaccines and remind family, friends, and…


July 10, 2019

Become A REST Companion

Caregiver

**This program is pending  (new date to follow in August 2019) REST (Respite Education and Support Tools) is a unique, interactive training program, where you will receive the education and tools needed to be confident and successful in providing respite care to adults and children.  The West Central Center on Aging will provide REST Training…


July 3, 2019

Do You Want To Be A CNA?

Caregiver with elderly lady

Would you like to begin a career as a CNA? The UAMS Schmieding Caregiver Training Program offers the education necessary to become a Certified Nursing Assistant – all in a 15 day class! Our next session will begin August 5th. For more information phone 479-478-8819 or email ljhoward@uams.edu


May 31, 2019

Keep Your Skin Healthy

woman outside doing yoga

Summer is upon us…some sun can be good for you, but to keep your skin healthy, be careful. Limit time in the sun. It’s okay to go out during the day, but try to avoid being in sun during peak times when the sun’s rays are strongest. For example, during the summer, try to stay…


May 8, 2019

NATIONAL STROKE AWARENESS MONTH

May is Stroke Awareness month

May is National Stroke Month.  Many health and heart organizations come together every May to raise awareness about the causes and effects of stroke. One of their biggest campaigns is FAST, teaching the world to know the symptoms of stroke and how to respond quickly to help save a life. Acting F.A.S.T. can help stroke…


April 11, 2019

CNA Graduates – Prepared to begin their future as a caregiving

3.19 CNA graduates

After 3 weeks of classroom lectures, homework, test, skills practice and 2 days of working with a CNA in a nursing home – the students pictured have proven that they are ready to begin working as a caregiver.  They will be taking the state CNA exam and becoming CNA’s. If you would like to become…


March 22, 2019

CNA Students Learn Many Skills

CNA students taking blood pressure

Vital signs are a big part of a CNA’s life. Pictured are two students learning to take blood pressure. The class spent time taking each others blood pressure and perfecting their skills. If you would like more information on becoming a CNA phone 479-478-8819 or email ljhoward@uams.edu and join the next class. Our next class…


March 6, 2019

CNA Fast Track will begin March 11th

CNA working with older adult

Our next CNA Fast Track will begin next Monday, March 11th. Class Dates:  March 11 – March 29. Class Hours:  8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Registration Deadline:  Friday, March 8. We are located at 2414 South 57th Street, Suite 124 in Fort Smith.  For more information about our class please phone Lana at 479-478-8819 or…



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