Empire Health funds new program for mature adults

A new program series, “Making Connections for Mature Adults,” with one-on-one programming and informal get-togethers will be presented through the Whitman County library’s 14 branches, community locations and in-home visits. These programs are made possible by an $11,000 grant from Empire Health Foundation.

Program coordinator Sara Garza is seeking assistance from residents to get the services out to residents across the county as a valuable component of the project.

The first class, “Yin & Balance Yoga,” is held each Monday from 8:30-9:15 a.m. in the Colfax Library. Suzy McNeilly, a Yoga Alliance certified instructor, will lead the class.

The library seeks participants with historic local photos and memories about the good old days to share with younger generations as part of a“Intergenerational Rural Heritage Conversations” program.

“Technology and Everyday Living,” will be one-on-one or group classes available by appointment. These classes help mature adults navigate computers or the many aspects of today’s technological world. Doctor’s websites and patient portals, online banking and navigating Facebook are some of the subjects.

“Care Giver Coffee Connection Support Group” with Melissa Johnson from Rural Resources will begin Aug. 17 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. and continue on the first and third Mondays of each month. This facilitated caregiver support group will be in The Center providing caregivers with coffee, snacks, conversation, information, resources and strategies. Caregivers are invited to bring their “loved ones” along; they will gather simultaneously with Garza for activities and conversation.

To participate contact Garza at Whitman County Library.

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