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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
The Commission on the Status of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren is hosting a workshop on May 28 from 5:30-8 p.m. This workshop will cover the impact of trauma on children. The workshop will be held at The Family Resource and Development Center, 128 Union Street in New Bedford. The guest speaker will be Jennifer Salem-Russo of […]
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 […]
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, […]
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, […]
The Bristol County District Attorney's Office and Coastline will be hosting the annual Bristol County Celebration of seniors in June. This event will take place at White's of Westport. Join us for breakfast, a resource fair, and presentations on issues important to seniors. If you are planning to attend, RSVP at 508-961-1973 or Eric.M.Poulin@state.ma.us Vendor […]
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, […]