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Services and ProgramsAARP Driver Safety Program
FASC hosts classes for drivers 55 years and older. When completed, you may be entitled to a discount on your car insurance. The first class is for 8 hours (split up over 2 sessions) and every 3 years thereafter you can take a 4-Hour “Refresher” course. Class size is limited and there is a fee. The fee must be paid at the time of registration. Open to the entire community.
Schedule:
July 21 - 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. - 4 hour course
August 13 - 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. - 4 hour course
September 10 - 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. - 4 hour course
October 8 - 1:15 to 5:15 p.m. - 4 hour course
October 20 & 21 - 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. - 8 hour course
November 19 - 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. - 4 hour course
December 3 - 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. - 4 hour course
------------------ ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION CARE CONSULTATION SERVICE Persons with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias and/or their family care partners can meet with Alzheimer's Association staff to receive one-to-one assistance to manage care and to make more informed decisions regarding services and treatments. Membership not required. The service is offered by appointment , call 332-7357. Questions directed to Brenda Johnson. Next Appointment Date: July 27, 2009 ------------------
BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK
FASC offers free blood pressure checks on the first, second, third and last Wednesdays at noon. St. Lucas, Brookdale Senior Living, Keystone, Faribault Commons, and Pleasant Manor provide the staff. No appointment necessary. Open to the entire community.
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BOOK CLUB
This group meets on the last Monday of each month at 9am to discuss the monthly book of choice. There is no cost, members only.
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CARDS
Every day, starting at 1:00pm, the FASC offers a place for its members to join in a card game. No pre-registration is necessary. Card players must be a FASC member, there is a minimal charge to play.
Monday– Bridge and “500”
Tuesday– Player’s Choice
Wednesday– Euchre
Thursday– Pfeiffer
Friday– Bridge and “500”
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EXERCISE CLASS
No stress, low impact, aerobics. Class meets on Thursday, from 10-11 a.m., for members only.
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Computer Classes and Open Lab Computer classes at the Senior Center are a perfect setting for any older adult, no matter what level they are. In our lab, you will have class sizes of five or less, and be taught by an instructor experienced at working with adults 50 and over. For class times please check the calendar link for schedules and for cost or other questions please call the Senior Center at (507)332-7357. Classes offered: ~Free Open Lab on Wednesdays from 12 - 1p.m. for members at no charge. ~Introduction to Computers for those who know nothing about computers, but are interested in learning. ~Beginning Word Processing continues the concepts from "Introduction to Computers". ~Introduction to Email will teach the first steps of how to set up an account and use the address book. Call FASC if interested in this class. Date: Monday, June 8 Time: 9:30 a.m. Cost: $10-Members; $15-Non-members ~Beginning Excel will help you organize and prepare budget information, enter name and address information to allow easier additions, sorting, and printing, and much more. Call FASC if interested in this class. ~Buying a Computer Workshop will help you to know what to look for when buying a computer, such as speed, hard drive size, monitor type, and hardware & software options. 1. Install printer, scanner, antivirus/anti-spyware software
2. Set up internet and email
3. Set up a new computer
4. Help you buy a new computer and hook it up
5. Install a new hard drive or memory
6. Create the system restore DVD's
7. Make the system restore diagnostic CD
8. Copy and transfer data
FOOT CLINICS
On the 2nd and the last Wed. of each month, there is a foot clinic at the
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HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVES
This important document outlines your health care wishes. An FASC volunteer will assist you in writing your health care directive. Afternoon appointments can be made for the 3rd Tues. of the month. Open to the entire community.
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HEALTH INSURANCE COUNSELOR
Meet with a trained volunteer to receive individual assistance with Medicare, Medicare Part D and other health insurance questions. This is a free, confidential service of the FASC, the MN Board on Aging and Area Agency on Aging. Appointments are available the 2nd and 4th Fridays. Call the
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HEARING AID CLEANING SERVICE
On the last Tuesday of each month the Senior Center offers a free hearing aid cleaning. Membership not required. Appointments encouraged. This free service is provided by Jayne Bongers from Advantage Care Hearing Center.
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KITCHEN BANDCome and listen, or if interested, join other FASC members as they make beautiful music using kitchen utinsils. The Kitchen Band rehearses are on the 2nd Monday of each month, beginning at
OUT TO LUNCH BUNCH
This group is for Senior Center members -- men and women -- who are interested in trying different restaurants in Faribault and the surrounding area. They meet on the third Tuesday of each month. The cost of the meal is Dutch Treat, call the Senior Center to sign up.
Dates & Places:
July 21 - Basher's
August 18 - Depot
September 15
October 20
November 17
December 15
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RICE COUNTY SENIOR COMPANIOR PROGRAM
SENIOR COMPANION VOLUNTEERS:
VOLUNTEERS RECEIVE:
Questions directed to Brenda Johnson.
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SNOUSE CARD PARTY
The 2nd Saturday of every month from
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