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Free Chronic Pain Announcing Island Senior

Resources eNews!
Workshop offered in May Join our email list and receive our new monthly eNews, full of updates for the

month ahead: sales at Senior Thrift, special events, classes, trips, menus, and
LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC PAIN great articles. You can sign up online at www.senior-resources.org.

Oak Harbor Senior Center (In Modular Building)
Thursdays, May 3 – June 7 • 1–3:30 pm Powerful Tools for Caregivers CLASS

The Living Well with Chronic Pain workshop is designed specifically for people Wednesdays, April 18 – May 23, 1 – 3 pm
who experience chronic or ongoing pain, are often exhausted from the pain, low
energy, and feel isolated with a lack of control. We encourage you to attend all six sessions
This class provides tools, information, and strategies to help those with pain or a Join this 6-week class series for caregivers offered by Island Senior Resources.
chronic condition cope with daily struggles. Mutual support in a caring and trust- Powerful Tools is an educational program designed to help caregivers take care
ing environment builds the participants’ confidence in their ability to manage of themselves while caring for a relative or friend. You will benefit from this class
their health and maintain active and fulfilling lives. whether you are helping a parent, spouse, friend, or neighbor.
Participants learn to reduce stress and frustration, manage symptoms, set weekly Develop a wealth of self-care tools:
goals, problem-solve effectively, improve communication, relax, handle difficult • Reduce personal stress • Make tough decisions
emotions, eat well, and exercise safely. Past participants report feeling an increase
in their confidence, and the motivation needed to manage the challenges of • Prioritize self-care • Set goals and problem-solve
living with a chronic health condition. Family members, friends, and caregivers • Communicate your needs • Manage emotions
may also participate. • Deal with challenging situations • Increase confidence
This 6-week workshop is offered by Island Senior Resources in collaboration with Class is free. Pre-registration is required. Caregiver Helpbooks may be borrowed for
the Oak Harbor Senior Center and is FREE!!
duration of class or purchased for $20.
You will also receive the book “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Pain” to use Location: Coupeville Library, 788 NW Alexander Street, Coupeville, WA 98239 (please
during the workshop. At the end of the workshop, you may purchase the book if park in lower lot)
you choose.
To Register, call Beth Rahi, Island Senior Resources’ Caregiver Support Specialist at
Registration is required, and class size is limited. Please contact Debbie Metz, 360- (360) 321-1600 option 2, then 2 or e-mail RahiEA@dshs.wa.gov
321-1621 to register for the class.

APRIL at SENIOR THRIFT
Life Planning Seminar STORE HOURS

Mon – Sat: 10am – 5pm • Sun: 11am – 5pm
Friday, April 20 • 3 – 5 pm 5518 Woodard Ave (just north of Main St), Freeland, WA 98249

Useless Bay Golf & Country Club 360-331-5701
In concern for the well-being of seniors in Island County, Island Senior Resources has
consulted with Ken and Suzanne Leisher to offer a special educational opportunity:
a free life planning seminar on preparing for a secure retirement. Come learn how Accepting donations from opening until 4 PM daily
to protect your assets from estate taxes and uncovered medical and long-term care NO DONATIONS ACCEPTED ON WEDNESDAYS
costs, how to plan for aging in place, and how to avoid becoming a burden on loved
ones during your retirement. The speaker will be attorney Rajiv Nagaich. We have items on sale every day. See our website for full sales calendar:
RSVP to suzannel@whidbey.com or call 425-446-2380. www.senior-resources.org/thriftstore

Sunday, April 1 Pick an Egg and Get Your Discount
Welcome to CamBey! Wednesday, April 4 20% off Women’s Clothing

(excluding boutique)
• 50 pet-friendly* apartment
homes for low income seniors Call
and disabled adults 360-321-1600 or Wednesday, April 11 20% off Men’s Clothing
• Secured entry 360-678-3373 Wednesday, April 18 20% off Children's Clothing
• Congregate lunch four days to schedule your
per week personal tour Saturday, April 21 20% off Jewelry
• Indoor mailboxes *some restrictions apply
• On-site laundry facilities Every April Tuesday T-shirts $0.99
• Across from WhidbeyHealth Every April Friday 25% off Books
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