January 28, 2020
Mediterranean Cooking
Thanks to all who attended the January Mediterranean Cooking Class at the Jefferson County Cooperative Extension Office! We had a wonderful time meeting members of the community and helping prepare this healthy, delicious meal. If you’d like to join us on the second Tuesday of each month @ 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM at the Jefferson County…
January 21, 2020
FREE Dementia Care Workshop
Join us for this FREE 4-hour workshop that provides vital information to family caregivers of people living with dementia. Class will be taught by Schmieding Home Caregiver Training instructor Mary Beth Clark, RN. Light lunch will be provided. Date: Thursday, January 30, 2020 Time: 10:00 AM- 3:00 PM Location: Area Agency on Aging of Southeast…
January 17, 2020
Mediterranean Cooking Class
Thanks to all who attended the Mediterranean Cooking Class at the Jefferson County Cooperative Extension Office last week! Our employees had a wonderful time meeting members of the community and helping prepare this healthy, delicious meal. If you’d like to join us on the second Tuesday of each month @ 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM at the…
January 6, 2020
Healthy Eating and Tasting: Mediterranean Cooking Class
Join us on Tuesday, January 14th from 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM for our Monthly Healthy Eating & Tasting (HEAT): Mediterranean Cooking Class. When: Second Tuesday of each month @ 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Where: Jefferson County Extension Office 500 Idaho Street, Pine Bluff, AR 71601 The South Central Center On Aging and Jefferson County Cooperative Extension Service have partnered…
December 13, 2019
Senior Game Day in White Hall
Starting Friday, January 24, join us for Game Day at the South Central Center on Aging on the 4th Friday of each month from 10:00 AM- 12:00 noon. Dominoes, Bingo, Bridge, and more! Let us know what type of games you’d like to see included. Give us a call at 870-879-1440 to sign up! We…
December 9, 2019
Medicare Scam Alert: Genetic Testing Fraud
Genetic testing fraud is when Medicare is billed for a screening or test that is not medically necessary and/or has not been ordered by a physician who is treating you. This type of fraud is commonly advertised under some of the following names: Cancer screening/ testing DNA screening/ testing Genetic screenings/ testing Parkinson’s disease screening/…
December 2, 2019
Caregiver Tip: Handwashing
Hand-washing is one of the best and easiest ways to protect yourself and those around you from getting sick. It is especially important that you remember to wash your hands during these key times when the risk of spreading infection is high: Before handling, preparing, and eating food, as well as during and after preparing…
November 22, 2019
Walk with Ease to Reach Your Fitness Goals
Happy Holidays! As we move into this holiday season, physical activity becomes more important. Have you considered your diet and exercise goals to help you through this holiday season? Our Walk with Ease program will help you with your physical activity goals. It’s not too late to register for our Walk with Ease program. The…
November 21, 2019
November: Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month
Some memory loss is normal as we age, but memory loss that causes a disruption in your daily life could be a symptom of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. Know what signs and symptoms to look out for, and schedule an appointment with your doctor if you notice any of them. Memory loss that disrupts…
November 13, 2019
Christmas Wreath Workshop
Thank you to all who participated in our Christmas Wreath Workshop this week! We’d also like to thank the White Hall Community Center for providing space for us to hold this event. November is National Family Caregiver Awareness Month AND National Home Care Month! Keep an eye on our website UAMScaregiving.org/PineBluff for upcoming events, including…