Travel Palooza - Adventure Awaits
Friday, May 3
| |  Join San Diego Oasis for a free 1-day Travel Palooza on May 3 at 5500 Grossmont Center Drive. Free but registration is required.
9:30 – 10:00am
Join for a cup of International Coffee
10:00 – 10:20am
International Travel the Digital Way
Jacki Montierth, Founder of Wiseboomer.com
10:40 – 11:00am
Cuba in Transition: People to People
Paul Bardwil, President, Global Educational Facilitation
11:20 – 11:40am
Smart Travel Tips for a Bon Voyage
Jacquie Schwoerke, Sharp HealthCare
12:00 – 12:20pm
Summer Reading Recommendations
Barnes & Noble Browse travel-related information in the Lobby and pick up a copy of the 2019 Summer Catalog. When: Friday, May 3 from 9:30am – 1:00pm
Where: San Diego Oasis, Lifelong Learning Center
5500 Grossmont Center Drive, Suite 269, La Mesa, CA 91942
More information and register: (619) 881-6262 or www.SanDiegoOasis.org/classes. | The Caregiver Coalition of San Diego Presents:
The Pathway to Mindful Caregiving
Saturday, May 11 | |  Sponsored by the Caregiver Coalition of San Diego, this free conference is designed to answer your questions and give you the information you need to ease the stress of caring for a loved one. You will learn how to address concerns about your loved one's safety and overall well-being, as well as learning about the importance of self-care.
This event includes educational speakers, community resources, refreshments, opportunity prizes and much more. Free adult care for your loved one is available at the event while you attend this conference. If you are interested in this option, please call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277) to register no later than 3 pm on Wednesday, May 8. When: Saturday, May 11, 2019 from 8:30am - 12:30pm Where: Chinese Community Church, 4998 Via Valarta, San Diego, CA 92124 To Register: 1 (800) 827-4277 or visit https://www.sharp.com/health-classes/caregiver-coalition-conference-the-pathway-to-mindful-caregiving-2281 | Living with Alzheimer's: Early Stage & Early Onset
3-Part Series: Thursday, May 9, 16, and 23
| |  Sponsored by Alzheimer's Association and UC San Diego School of Medicine, this free workshop series is both for people with Alzheimer's and for care partners.
The diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease is life-changing and leads to many questions. What will this mean for me and my family? How do I plan for the future? Where can I get the help I need? In this three-part program, you will hear from others who have been where you are. You’ll learn what you need to know, what you need to plan, and what you can do as you navigate this chapter of your life. View the flyer for details. Registration is required to attend.
 When: Thursdays, May 9, 16, and 23, 2019
10:00 - 11:30am
Where: 5075 Shoreham Place, Suite 240
San Diego, CA 92122
To Register: Contact Alejandra Pulido at apulido@alz.org or (619) 678-8322 ext. 8172. | Living with Alzheimer's: For Caregivers Middle Stage
3-Part Series: Wednesday, May 6, 13, and 20
| | Sponsored by Alzheimer's Association, this free workshop series is for caregivers. In the middle stage of Alzheimer’s disease, those who were care partners now become hands-on caregivers. In this 3-part series, caregivers and professionals will discuss helpful strategies to provide safe, effective and comfortable care in the middle stage of Alzheimer’s. View the flyer for details. Space is limited; registration requested.
When: Mondays, May 6, 13, and 20, 2019 from 12:00 - 2:00pm Where: Vista Library, 700 Eucalyptus Ave., Vista, CA 92084
To Register: Call 1 (800) 272-3900 or register online.
| Vital Aging 2019 Conference
"Live Well to Age Well"
Wednesday, June 19
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The County of San Diego Health and Human Services Agency, Aging & Independence Services (AIS) is excited to announce this year's Vital Aging 2019 conference! The event is scheduled for Wednesday, June 19, 2019 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The main event will be held at the San Diego Convention Center (111 W. Harbor Dr., San Diego 92101) and there will also be a companion site in North County at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido (340 N. Escondido Boulevard, Escondido CA 92025) where the keynote program will be webcast from the main site.
This year's theme, "Live Well to Age Well," will cover a variety of topics that will empower older adults to live healthy, safe, and thriving lives! Sessions will include discussions on community involvement, fitness, brain health, caregiving, and more! There will be an amazing keynote speaker (soon to be announced!) and each site will include breakout sessions, resources, and opportunities for participants to meet with local exhibitors.
When: Wednesday, June 19 from 8:30am - 2:30pm Main Site: San Diego Convention Center (111 W. Harbor Dr., San Diego 92101) Companion Site: California Center for the Arts, Escondido (340 N. Escondido Boulevard, Escondido CA 92025) To Register: Additional details and registration will be announced soon at www.aisevents.org. | | | | | |
