Spring/Summer 2020 Parks and Recreation Activities Brochure

PRESENTATIONS A variety of classes and discussions are held in the Shakopee Community Center Community Room, unless noted.

UNCOMMON FACTS ABOUT COMMON BIRDS Stan Tekiela will present a fun and entertaining talk with fascinating facts and tidbits about some of the birds that people love to hate along with some of the more common birds in our yard. Tekiela will challenge your preconceived ideas about common birds, such as the European Starling, the American Crow and more. You will never look at these birds the same way. This talk wraps up with a message of conservation and understanding.

HOW TO PAY FOR SENIOR HOUSING This session will focus on how to build a budget and plan to pay for un-reimbursed medical expenses, such as assisted living, memory care and nursing home care. Topics will include Medicare coverage for long-term care, Medical Assistance programs, veterans benefits and long-term care insurance, including eligibility requirements and how income and assets are split between spouses when applying for various programs. Speaker is Mary Frances Price, an elder law attorney from Long, Reher, Hanson, Price.

Day Dates

Time

Cost

Code

Day Dates

Time

Cost

Code

Thurs April 9

10-11:30 a.m.

Free

CD 409

Wed July 15

10-11:30 a.m.

Free

CD 715

Registration deadline: Thursday, April 2

Registration deadline: Wednesday, July 8

THE TALE OF DUELING BENEFITS – VA’S AID & ATTENDANCE VS. MEDICAL ASSISTANCE LTC Theresa Johnson, an attorney with Elder Law Services, will speak on the VA Aid and Attendance pension and who may qualify. She will discuss eligibility factors, physical capacity issues, financial eligibility, gifting penalties and the benefits. The discussion will be primarily focused on the new eligibility rules around VA Aid and Attendance but will also cover the interplay between the VA benefit and Medical Assistance.

SENIOR HOUSING COOPERATIVES 101 What’s all the buzz about senior housing cooperatives? Come learn about this hassle-free style of living that is attracting many of our baby boomers and beyond. You will be educated on the types of cooperatives, price ranges, buy-in, re-sale, day-to-day living. Plus, hear the perspective of current owners/members. An expert panel will be available for questions from Applewood Pointe.

ACTIVE OLDER ADULTS

Day Dates

Time

Cost

Code

Day Dates

Time

Cost

Code

Wed Aug. 19

10-11:30 a.m.

Free

CD 819

Wed April 15 10-11:30 a.m.

Free

CD 415

Registration deadline: Wednesday, Aug. 12

Registration deadline: Wednesday, April 8

DECLUTTERING Does the thought of downsizing and moving overwhelm you? Senior Move Specialist and Professional Sorter Jill Freeman of Gentle Transitions will provide educational tips to help those considering an upcoming move or who would just like to declutter for the future. From downsizing, sorting and getting rid of the excess to packing, unpacking and resettling, you will gain valuable knowledge and a multitude of resources to help you get through the process “gently."

LIVE 2 B HEALTHY A fitness program that creates community while building participants' balance, mobility and strength. Come and learn about the programs and give one of the chair workouts a try. Presented by Curt Bergsholm.

Day Dates

Time

Cost

Code

Wed May 20

10-11:30 a.m.

Free

CD 520

Registration deadline: Wednesday, May 13

STAYING SAFE AT HOME Join an Allina Health emergency medicine services community paramedic to learn about what happens when someone calls 911 and what we can do to stay safe at home and prevent some of those calls.

Day Dates

Time

Cost

Code

Wed Sept. 16 10-11:30 a.m.

Free

CD 916

Registration deadline: Wednesday, Sept. 9

LUNCH & LEARNWITH POLICE Come enjoy C.O.P.S. - Conversations on Police Subjects. A different topic will be discussed each month. Check the Ṡ akpe ti Newsletter for more information. Day Dates Time Cost Code

Day Dates

Time

Cost

Code

Wed June 17 10-11:30 a.m.

Free

CD 617

Registration deadline: Wednesday, June 10

May 12

CD 512

June 9

CD 609

Tues

July 14

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Free

CD 714

Aug. 11

CD 811

Sept. 8

CD 908

Registration deadline: One week prior to each event

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Shakopee Parks & Recreation Department Activities Brochure Spring-Summer 2020