Care Partners Corner
Family Care Partner Support Group
As a Care Partner or caregiver for family, partner or a friend, we offer resources and a healthy, safe space to share and process the myriad mix of emotions and challenging decisions we experience as caregivers. New attendees welcome!
10:30AM – Wednesdays, April 5th
Located within Covenant Presbyterian Church 2881 Canton Road, Marietta, 30066. Just follow the Aloha signs.
Care is provided for your loved one during meeting. Must RSVP in advance by calling 770-722-7641 or emailing info@alohatoaging.org
Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s Disease Care Partner Monthly Support Group
Our diverse and friendly group share insightful tips and host educational speakers to help us with our PD journey. Those diagnosed with PD and their family care partners are welcome to join us. New attendees (those with PD and their caregivers) are welcome!
2:00 PM – Monday, April 3rd – Dr. Dan Huddleston of Assistant Professor of Neurology: Movement disorders neurologist and translational scientist conducting research at Emory University will be joining us remotely.
Meeting located at Aloha to Aging Inc office, 2881 Canton Road, Marietta, 30066. Just follow the Aloha signs to entrance within Covenant Presbyterian Church.
DELAY the DISEASE – #1 PD Exercise Program Mondays 3:00pm 12 weeks starting April 17th
Aloha to Aging, Inc. is partnering with Empower Recreational Therapy to offer group exercise for People with Parkinson’s. Delay the DiseaseTM is an evidenced-based national fitness program designed to empower those living with Parkinson’s disease by optimizing their physical function and helping to delay the progression of symptoms.
Classes target Parkinson’s symptoms and emphasize large movements, loud voices, balance, strength development, flexibility, core and posture, endurance, mental acuity all designed to retrain the mind and body. Participants report improvement in quality of life, regained ability to successfully manage the disease, and maintenance of independence. This program targets daily functional challenges and symptom-specific fitness agendas. Exercise plans are adapted to all levels of the disease, valuable to newly diagnosed and progressed states alike. Email info@alohatoaging.org for class fees. (Must have assessment prior to signing up) Located within Covenant Presbyterian Church 2881 Canton Road, Marietta, 30066. Just follow the Aloha signs.
Educational Programs
Activity Training for Family Caregivers
Thursday, March 9th at 11:00am RSVP by 3/7 at info@alohatoaging.org
Are you struggling with finding the right activities to do with your loved one who has cognitive impairment? If so, bring your loved one and join us for this hands-on activity training as we guide you through the simple adjustments needed to allow for a fun and educational engagement. Please dress comfortably. $10 suggested donation.
Located within Covenant Presbyterian Church 2881 Canton Road, Marietta, 30066. Just follow the Aloha signs.
“A Day In the Life” AGING 101 Hands-On Sensory Simulation Class – Focuses on cognitive & physical age-related challenges.
Families, caregivers and professionals can reach a deeper level of understanding by spending some time “walking in their care recipients or clients shoes.” Activities mimic what it is like to feel confused, frustrated, isolated and more. Participants will gain compassion and empathy.
These simulation exercises help participants understand age-related health challenges faced by the older people they serve. These include neuropathy, hearing loss, vision loss, language and cognitive impairment, mobility and balance. Join us as we share experiences with peers to help you process lessons learned in a meaningful, memorable way. What is it like to live every day as an older adult facing one or more common, age-related health challenges? During the engaging, active learning simulation sessions, participants break into small groups for simulation exercises designed to provide insight into this important question. After the “hands-on” experiences, they gather to discuss how such challenges may impact an elder’s autonomy and ability to live independently.
Thank you to Cobb Friendship Club for the grant funding that allows us to provide this training opportunity to the community at not cost to participants.
Must RSVP in advance by calling 770-722-7641 or emailing info@alohatoaging.org
Aloha Day Club – Social Respite
Our week-day therapeutic program incorporates exercises, music and stimulating activities and games along with discussions into each session.
10:30am – 1:00pm on Monday and Wednesdays ***April 3rd Starting “Lunch Bunch” Brown Bag Lunch from 1:00pm-2:00pm for additional information call 770-722-7641 or email info@alohatoaging.org
Located within Covenant Presbyterian Church 2881 Canton Road, Marietta, 30066. Please call or email us to set up an appointment, then just follow the Aloha signs. ://alohatoaging.org/aloha-day-club/
Save the Date!
All programs held at Covenant Presbyterian Church unless otherwise noted.
Please email info@alohatoaging.org to RSVP for all programs.