Coastline

Malnutrition Awareness Event
2019-05-17 11:00 - 12:00, 2019-05-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2019-05-14 12:30 - 13:30, 2019-05-13 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | MA
Coastline’s Nutrition Department will be hosting malnutrition awareness events this week. The events will include a malnutrition screening, presentation, yogurt parfait bar, and take-away snacks.
Here is the complete schedule below:

Dartmouth Council on Aging, May 13 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Marion Council on Aging, May 14 from 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Acushnet Council on Aging, May 15 from 12-1 p.m.
Buttonwood Senior Center, May 17 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Coastline’s dietitians can perform at-home assessments to screen for malnutrition. Call Coastline for more info at 508-999-6400.

Savvy Caregiver Program
2019-05-15 13:30 - 15:30, 2019-05-08 13:30 - 15:30, 2019-05-01 13:30 - 15:30, 2019-04-24 13:30 - 15:30, 2019-04-17 13:30 - 15:30, 2019-04-10 13:30 - 15:30
The Savvy Caregiver is a 12-hour training program delivered in two-hour sessions over a six-week period.

The program is focused on providing instructional material for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers. The program teaches the basic knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to handle the challenges of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease. Results have shown the training program reduces Alzheimer caregiver’s distress effectively.
The Savvy Caregiver Program will run from April 10 to May 15 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Dartmouth Council on Aging. To register please call Coastline at 508-999-6400.

A Matter of Balance
2019-05-15 13:00 - 15:00, 2019-05-08 13:00 - 15:00, 2019-05-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2019-04-24 13:00 - 15:00, 2019-04-17 13:00 - 15:00
A MATTER OF BALANCE: Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning, eight-week Evidence-Based Program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. The class will run on Tuesdays starting January 15, 2019 for eight weeks at the Buttonwood Senior Center. The program is free. To learn more about this FREE workshop, contact Tanisha J. Washington of Community Nurse Home Care at 508-717-0714 or twashington@communitynurse.com. The workshops are made possible by Title III Funding through Coastline Elderly Services and the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs.

Self-Improvement Classes
2019-05-13 09:30 - 11:30, 2019-05-06 09:30 - 11:30
Self-Improvement Classes are presented by Buzzards Bay Speech Therapy. The classes are intended for adults who are experiencing challenges in memory, self expression, speech clarity, independent living or social connectedness. Funding for this program is provided by Coastline. The classes are held at North Dartmouth Super Stop and Shop, 2nd floor, 25 Faunce Corner Road, N. Dartmouth. Classes are scheduled Mondays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The 2019 Schedule: May 6, 13, 20; June 3, 10, 17. Questions? Call 508-326-0353 or email lycslp@gmail.com. Facebook: @buzzardsbayspeech

Health Fair at the Fairhaven COA
2019-05-10 10:00 - 14:00
Coastline will be hosting a Health Fair at the Fairhaven Recreation Center on May 10th from 10 a.m to 2 p.m.

Good to Go Workshop
2019-04-24 11:30 - 14:00
On April 24 from 12-2 p.m., The Buttonwood Senior Center will host
a workshop on end-of-life planning. Experts will discuss legal planning, hospice services, funeral costs, spiritual guidance, and more.
This free event will include a panel discussion and lunch at 11:30 a.m.
RSVP at 508-991-6170.

SouthCoast Job Fair
2019-04-18 10:00 - 15:00
Visit the SouthCoast Job Fair on April 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at New Bedford Voc-Tech.
Admission is FREE for those with a résumé.

Self-Improvement Classes
2019-04-15 09:30 - 11:30, 2019-04-08 09:30 - 11:30, 2019-04-01 09:30 - 11:30
Self-Improvement Classes are presented by Buzzards Bay Speech Therapy. The classes are intended for adults who are experiencing challenges in memory, self expression, speech clarity, independent living or social connectedness. Funding for this program is provided by Coastline. The classes are held at North Dartmouth Super Stop and Shop, 2nd floor, 25 Faunce Corner Road, N. Dartmouth. Classes are scheduled Mondays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The 2019 Schedule: April 1, 8, 15; May 6, 13, 20; June 3, 10, 17. Questions? Call 508-326-0353 or email lycslp@gmail.com. Facebook: @buzzardsbayspeech

Bench Dedication
2019-04-12 14:00 - 15:00
Please join District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III at the Dartmouth Council on Aging on Friday, April 12th at 2 p.m.
The DA’s Office will be dedicating two benches to the senior center in honor of National Crime Victims’ Awareness Week. The Dartmouth Council on Aging is located at 628 Dartmouth Street, Dartmouth, MA 02748.

Health Fair at Buttonwood Senior Center
2019-04-12 11:00 - 13:00
Health Fair at the Buttonwood Senior Center
April 12 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The health fair will have food, activities, vendors and a visit from the Southcoast Wellness Van.

A Matter of Balance
2019-04-10 13:00 - 15:00
A MATTER OF BALANCE: Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning, eight-week Evidence-Based Program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. The class will run on Wednesdays starting April 10, 2019 for eight weeks at the Buttonwood Senior Center. The program is free. To learn more about this FREE workshop, contact Tanisha J. Washington of Community Nurse Home Care at 508-717-0714 or twashington@communitynurse.com. The workshops are made possible by Title III Funding through Coastline Elderly Services and the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs.

My Life, My Health
2019-04-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2019-04-02 13:00 - 14:00
MY LIFE, MY HEALTH is a six-week, evidence-based program that has helped thousands of people with chronic health conditions – such as heart disease, COPD, diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, arthritis, kidney disease and depression – take control of their health and achieve a better quality of life. The program will be held Tuesdays at 1 p.m. starting March 5th. To learn more about this FREE workshop, contact Tanisha J. Washington of Community Nurse Home Care at 508-717-0714. Workshops made possible by Title III Funding through Coastline Elderly Services and the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs.

Free Oral Cancer Screening
2019-04-04 10:00 - 11:30
In April, there will be two FREE oral cancer screening/educational events from 10-11:30 a.m.
Lunch will be provided; includes bingo with prizes, presentations
and financial info. The public is welcome.
April 4th at Caroline Street Apartments
26 Caroline Street, New Bedford

Free Oral Cancer Screening
2019-04-03 10:00 - 11:30
In April, there will be two FREE oral cancer screening/educational events from 10-11:30 a.m.
Lunch will be provided; includes bingo with prizes, presentations
and financial info. The public is welcome.
First Date: April 3rd at BOA Vista (use side door)
134 So. 2nd Street, New Bedford
Second Date: April 4th at Caroline Street Apartments
26 Caroline Street, New Bedford
