When veteran soap opera star (Crystal Chappell) finds herself struggling to remember her lines, she and her partner (Jessica Leccia) retire to a beautiful beach house. But her early onset Alzheimer's will strain the couple's relationship until they find the strength to redefine themselves, what they mean to each other and what their future will […]

This is part one of a four part series. Living with dementia can have significant social, emotional and psychological effects on those experiencing it first hand as well as caregivers, family and friends of those affected. This training will focus on Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias origins, symptoms, and practical management techniques and is led […]

A free Lunch & Learn for Caregivers Lana Benton, RN, with Patient Advocates of NC, and  Melissa Hunt, with Hunt Insurance Solutions, will speak on the topic, “Navigating the Healthcare System.” Lunch provided by Brookridge Retirement Community. Registration is required. Call 336-721-6918. Call early to assure a space. Sponsored by Senior Services, Shepherd’s Center of […]

Learn the histories of some of today’s staple flavors.  From ‘food of the gods’ to mass production, this lecture will cover the social significance of chocolate and vanilla, and will even include some tasting! More info: www.bookmarksnc.org / 336-747-1471 / info@bookmarksnc.org

Therapeutic gardening is now practiced in a wide variety of settings, including schools, nursing homes, hospitals and prisons. Working with plants is used as a rehabilitative tool for both juveniles and adults. Benefits can include, improved memory, cognitive abilities, task initiation, language skills, and socialization. Please join Horticultural Therapist Lea Nading as she leads in […]