September Generations

Build-A-Basket by the month-September

Generations is collecting different items each month that can be used at the end of the year to supplement the Build-A-Basket program. Each month, we will be collecting these items and storing them away for the holiday season to create additional baskets, as needed. September collection items are totes, hampers, laundry baskets, tall trash cans, heavy duty bags etc. If you would like to donate, please contact Alma Kramer at 812-888-4527 or by email at akramer@vinu.edu to schedule your drop off or pick up. Thank you for your help in supporting our Build-A-Basket program.

Generations to offer virtual living a healthy life with chronic conditions in September

Generations will be offering a free virtual six-week course, “Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions”, every Tuesday beginning September 5 through October 10, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. According to the National Council on Aging, about 80% of older adults have at least one chronic disease and 68% have at least two. Many adults with conditions such as arthritis, asthma, diabetes, lung disease, heart disease, stroke, osteoporosis and others struggle to find ways to manage their condition. This program will address issues faced by individuals dealing with chronic disease. Some of the topics discussed during the course of this program are techniques to deal with problems such as frustration, fatigue, isolation and poor sleep; decision-making skills to better deal with medication use and treatment options; exercise for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility and endurance; pacing activity and rest; nutrition gaps and action planning. For more information, or to register, please contact Cathy Jones at 812-888-5159 or by e-mail at catherine.jones@vinu.edu. Please note that your computer system must have a camera and a microphone. This project is supported by the University of Southern Indiana’s Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP) funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Proud partners are the University of Southern Indiana, Deaconess Clinic, Generations and SWIRCA and more.

“Dine With A Doc®” to be held on September 6

Senior Education Ministries, in partnership with Generations and Vincennes University, will be presenting Dine with a Doc® on Wednesday, September 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Vincennes University’s Beckes Student Union, 1101 N 2nd St, Vincennes. The program is free to the public, and a free lunch will be provided by Good Samaritan Hospital. This month’s speakers will be Rachel Spalding, Chief Nursing Officer at Good Samaritan Hospital. This program provides the opportunity to fellowship with peers while receiving valuable information from our medical community. To RSVP for Dine with a Doc®, please contact Cathy Jones at 812-888-5159 or by email at catherine.jones@vinu.edu.

“A Matter of Balance” class to be held in Vincennes

A Matter of Balance is designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Participants learn to set realistic goals to increase activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk factors, and learn simple exercises to increase strength and balance. Generations will be offering A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls at the Good Samaritan Hospital Cancer Pavilion, 519 S. 9th St., Vincennes, every Monday from September 11 through October 30. Classes will be held from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. This eight-week program is offered free of charge, but pre-registration is required. Spots are limited. A workbook will be provided and refreshments will be served. For more information, or to register, please call 812-885-3765. This project is supported by the University of Southern Indiana’s Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP) funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Proud partners are the University of Southern Indiana, Deaconess Clinic, Generations and SWIRCA and others.

Generations Magazine

Our magazine is geared toward adults in pre-retirement and retirement years and promotes active aging and preventive health. It is published three times a year and is free to subscribers. All we need is your name and address. If you would like to receive future copies of the magazine, contact Brenda Hancock at 812-888-5146 or bhancock@vinu.edu.

Generations, Area 13 Agency on Aging & Disability, is a program of Vincennes University’s Community Services Division. Our agency connects individuals and caregivers to community resources and options for long-term care and in-home services. For more information, call 1-800-742-9002 or 812-888-5880 or visit our website at www.generationsnetwork.org

Generations, Area 13 Agency on Aging & Disability, is a program of Vincennes University’s Community Services Division. Our agency connects individuals and caregivers to community resources and options for long-term care and in-home services. For more information, call 1-800-742-9002 or 812-888-5880 or visit our website at www.generationsnetwork.org