Wake Forest Center for Active Aging | | Strap in, power up, and grab your coffee, because in this week’s Wink, we are turning curiosity into confidence as together we explore technology, caregiving, history - and more! | | Introducing Tea with Thomasina | | |
Tea with Thomasina
Monday, Aug 25 | 10-11 am
Room 21 AB
The Wake Forest Center for Active Aging is pleased to announce the launch of "Tea with Thomasina" on Monday, Aug. 25, from 10-11 a.m. in Room 21 AB
Maintaining a culture of respectful dialogue and discussion has always been a priority at the WFCAA. Over the years, our membership and staff have built a strong foundation through programs and engagements that encourage constructive conversations.
In this spirit, "Tea with Thomasina" will offer members a casual, open-door opportunity to connect with WFCAA Director Thomasina Colbert - over a warm cup of tea (or coffee or whatever your beverage of choice).
Here's your chance to share your thoughts, ask questions, and discuss how the WFCAA can best serve you in a relaxed and comfortable setting.
No appointment is necessary. Simply drop in between 10 and 11 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 25, and join the conversation!
For more information, email Thomasina Colbert.
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Putting the “I” in iPhone/How to use your iPhone - Summer Series
Wednesdays | Thru Aug 13 | 1-2:30 pm
I have a cell phone...Now What?!!!
Technology is great, if you know how to use it and technology is changing everyday.
Join us as we deep dive into your iPhone and everything these "little computers" can do.
August 6 - Why can't people connect with me clearly? What can I do about it?
August 13 - What is VPN? How can I use it to protect my communications when I am away (hotel WIFI, dental office WIFI, other unsecure WIFI)
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The Real Truth Series: Caregiving as a Vital Stage of Life
Wednesday, Aug 13 | 10 am-Noon
Hosted by Karena Stipp MA, CSHP, SRES.
Certified Senior Housing Professional.Senior Real Estate Specialist.
The Real Truth Series presents lectures on important topics for today's aging population.
The series is offered the second Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m.-noon.
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Introduction to Computers
Aug 18-22 | 1:30-4 pm
Introduction to Computers is a free computer instructional class for the inexperienced or novice user. It is a five-day class for users who have a computer or are thinking of getting one.
We begin with the basics and expanding to the Internet while capturing the functions and features of Microsoft Windows along the way. Hands-on instruction is a way of learning and the pace is geared toward a comfortable learning experience.
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A Conversation on the Constitution
Monday, Aug 25 | 10 am-Noon
Have you ever wondered why, and how, our Constitution came into being?
This was not the obvious next step after our first government under the Articles of Confederation failed. Why did the men who wrote our Constitution place strict limits on the powers of the new government they were creating?
What did the people of those times understand terms like " regulate Commerce" and "general Welfare" to mean?
The answers to such questions are critical to understanding our Constitution.
Come join our historical conversation.
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Understanding the Internet
Aug 26-28 | 1-3 pm
Understanding the Internet is a free, three-day class that will explore the Internet including several Browser Applications to access the World Wide Web information storehouse through the Universal Resource Locator (URL).
This course will identify and discussed maintaining a secure environment through suggested implementations. Of the many reasons to use the Internet, knowing how to search the global databases for information and to have the ability to shop both securely and with some assurance of satisfaction, user success should be essential.
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Downsizers Club *DATE CORRECTION*
Wednesday, Aug 27 | 10 am-Noon
Downsizing should leave you overjoyed...Not Overwhelmed!
Our Certified Senior Housing Professionals and Downsizing Coaches provide guidance and best practices for simplifying the relocation process. Members add equal value as they share stories, wisdom, experience, and resources learned along the way.
***PLEASE NOTE: Schedules Plus has been updated to reflect the correct date for this event***
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Windows File Management
Tuesday, Sept 2 | 9 am-Noon
Windows File Management is a free, one-day computer lecture class for the knowledgeable user or anyone just starting out with a new computer or laptop.
This class explains the graphical user interface (GUI) through which you are able to see and manipulate both folders and files of various types. Folders contain one or more items, files, or sub-folders. Files are what you create, download, or detach from email. They could be a text document, a photo, some music or almost anything.
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Yoga for Stress Relief
Thursdays | Sept 4-25 | 2-3 pm
Are you feeling stressed in life? When was the last time you focused on yourself?
We are constantly bombarded with information, caregiving demands, and pressures from work, family, and our own expectations. So much so, that we may become overwhelmed and fatigued.
In this unique hybrid one-hour class, you will learn gentle yoga movements to fit your choice of on the mat and/or adapted to use a chair; combined with stress relieving and relaxation techniques, a meditation practice and deep breathing exercises to help you let go of stress, refresh, renew and recharge that connection between mind, body and inner spirit.
Reducing stress will improve your overall health and well-being, and help you sleep better and feel more energized in your daily life.
No prior yoga experience needed. All levels of fitness are welcome!
Class Fee $20.
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Call for Artists
Calling all 2D Visual Artists!
The Wake Forest Center for Active Aging in partnership with the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre is taking art submissions on a rolling basis for the Center’s hallway gallery.
Please note the following:
- Submitting artists must be members of the Wake Forest Center for Active Aging to be eligible for consideration and artwork must be original work, created solely by the artist.
- Up to 10 submissions will be chosen each quarter to be displayed in the Center’s hallway gallery.
- Selected artwork must be framed and/or wired and ready to hang.
- All artworks will be available for purchase directly through each artist. Once an artwork sells, the artist will replace the sold artwork with a new piece of art. This practice will continue until the quarter is complete.
For more information, contact Renaissance Centre Arts Liaison April Cannon at 919-435-9568.
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Technology Assistance Program
We offer technology assistance! Book an hour long appointment with our student volunteers to get the assistance you need with your phone, computer, or tablet!
Please call 919-554-4111 to find out about available appointments!
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