Wake Forest Center for Active Aging

July 9, 2025

Welcome to the Wake Forest Center for Active Aging

 

You’re invited to a drop-in reception to welcome recently appointed Wake Forest Center for Active Aging Director Thomasina Colbert on Monday, July 14, from 2-4 p.m. at the WFCAA, 235 E. Holding Ave.

 

The reception will include a brief program beginning at 3 p.m. featuring remarks by Ms. Colbert and Wake Forest Mayor Vivian Jones. Light refreshments will be served.

 

For more information, email Town Clerk Evelyn Wright.

 

Upcoming Events

 

Downsizers Club

Wednesday, July 16 | 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.

Putting the “I” in iPhone/How to use your iPhone - Summer Series

Wednesdays | July 16-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.


July 16 - Cellular vs WiFi - What is the difference and how does it affect my apps.


July 23 - What is the difference between an app and Social Media and what information is mandatory for any app on your phone?


July 30 - How do you protect your REAL email from hackers? Use a free one!


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)

Basic Bookbinding: Journal for Your Thoughts - August Session

Tuesdays | Aug 5-26 | 10 am-Noon


Wake Forest Center for Active Aging in partnership with the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts, presents Basic Bookbinding: Journal for Your Thoughts.


In this four-week course, students will learn how to make and bind their own journals. Create a unique journal for all of your musings with a customized cover, size and page length.


Instructor: Laura, Potter/Illustrator/Owner of Casas Studios.


Class Fee: $30

Pottery Petals - August Session

Tuesdays | Aug 5-26 | 1-3 pm


Wake Forest Center for Active Aging in partnership with the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts, presents Pottery Petals.


Create unique hand-built flowers for your garden!


In this short four-week class, students will learn basic handbuilding and multimedia skills. Open to all skill levels.


Instructor: Laura, Potter/Illustrator/Owner of Casas Studio.


Class Fee: $30

Garden Party: Planters - August Session

Wednesdays | Aug 6-27 | 10 am-Noon


Wake Forest Center for Active Aging in partnership with the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts, presents Garden Party: Planters.


Too many plants, not enough planters?


In this four-week session, students will build and glaze their own planters.


Instructor: Laura, Potter/Illustrator/Owner of Casas Studios.


Class Fee: $40

Watercolor: Still-Life

Thursdays | Aug 7-28 | 10 am-Noon


Wake Forest Center for Active Aging in partnership with the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts, presents Watercolor: Still-Life.


Still-Life is a great method to learn or refine your watercolor skills.


This class is great for beginning or experienced students.


In this four-week class we will use a composed set-up to explore color theory, line and perspective.


Instructor: Laura, Potter/Illustrator/Owner of Casas Studio


Class Fee: $25

 

News You Can Use

 

Low Vision Rehab Solutions


Low Vision Rehab Solutions is a company that serves individuals with

vision loss who struggle to safely and independently complete their daily activities.


Our low-vision occupational therapist will meet seniors here in their homes, evaluate them, and carry out interventions to help them with things like reading, writing, identifying dials on their appliances, and assistive technology use. We offer virtual counseling services for seniors with difficulty adjusting to vision loss. Our services are covered by insurance, just like any outpatient OT and PT service.


We also have a foundation that donates equipment recommended by therapists that aren't covered by insurance to those who can't afford them (e.g. iPads and magnifiers).


We have a physical office at 100 Parkway Office Court, Cary, 27518 for administrative purposes, but therapists see clients in their homes to facilitate access to care by removing transportation barriers.


Summary of what we do:


●     In-home OT services

●     Training on assistive technology

●     Lighting & home environment adaptations

●     Functional strategies for daily activities

 

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