City of Des Moines, Washington - Departments - Senior Services

Living Well Workshops

NEW!!! WEDNESDAY SENIOR SAFETY SEMINARS
Everyone needs to take precautions no matter who they are, what they are doing or what limitations they may face. To assist you in making yourself safe the Des Moines Police Department will be holding monthly safety seminars at the Des Moines Activity Center. Please join us on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 11:00am when we come together to explore ways to keep you safe!

Wednesday, May 7th
Hey! That’s my purse – Protecting your personal information
Wednesday, June 4th
Hitting the Open Road – Traveling Safety
Wednesday, July 2nd
Taking the trails less traveled - Walking Safely
Wednesday, August 6th
Spot the Con
Wednesday, September 3rd
Getting Ready for the Big One – Emergency Preparedness

BALANCE & FALL SCREENING
Beginning in February, physical therapist Jeff Wheeler with Highline Therapy Services/Highline Medical Center will host quarterly balance and fall screenings. Falls are the #1 reason for injuries as we age. Stop by (no appointment necessary) between 11am-12noon for this free 5 minute screening. It could save your life!!!! Upcoming dates are Thursday, May 22nd and Thursday Augut 21st.

*Registration Required: Please take the time to call and register for the Living Well Workshop that you plan to attend. Your pre-registration ensures enough participants needed for the program. Thank you.

Go Green! Introduction to Green Cleaning
Begin your transition to a green home with easy methods that are safer for you and your family. Did you know that the average home may have over 60 household hazardous products? Discover which “sinister 7” products are considered most hazardous to our health and the environment. Learn what to look for on product labeling and how to shop for safer products. Presented by the Environmental Coalition of South Seattle.
5/13 T 1pm Free
6/23 M 6:45pm Free

“The Bucket List”: Movie & Conversation
Jack Nicholson & Morgan Freeman star as two cancer patients who decide to live life to the hilt before they “kick the bucket.” The movie is hilarious as well as thought-provoking. Stay for a discussion about our own personal “bucket lists.” Facilitator: Julia Baker, MSW. Hosted by Des Moines Legacy Foundation.
6/2 M 5-8:00pm Free

Taking Care of You: Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Are you helping an aging parent, spouse or other loved one who has dementia, or physical/mental health problems? Facing difficult situations, decisions, or emotions concerning your loved one? This six-week series will increase your know-how and confidence to help your loved one AND yourself. Facilitator: Julia Baker, MSW. Please register. Hosted by Des Moines Legacy Foundation.
6/9-7/14 M 5-7:30pm Free/donations welcome

Women’s Self Defense Class
This program is presented by the NP Police Department and is taught using the nationally recognized Rape Aggression Defense System (RAP). This is a detailed, hands on course for women that begins with crime prevention, risk reduction, and avoidance while progressing on to the basics of hands on self-defense. This program will teach defensive concepts and techniques against various types of assault, by utilizing easy, effective and proven self defense tactics. Instructors are certified in the area of women’s self defense. Please wear athletic attire.
6/9,10,16 & 17 M & T 1-4pm Free

Minor Home Repair Program
The City of Des Moines Minor Home Repair Program provides grant funds to subsidize repairs and maintenance for qualified homeowners. Housing repair services focus on maintaining health and safety, preserving the home and increasing energy efficiency. The program serves both low and moderate income Des Moines homeowners. Learn more about the program including eligibility requirements, grant amounts per year, sample home repair projects, and more.
6/17 T 11am Free

Transit Training
Learn to confidently ride the bus to and from your favorite places. Find out how to be “footloose and fancy-free” when it comes to using public transportation. Our first session will cover how to use METRO transit. The next day we will travel together by bus to downtown Seattle, dropping off at Pike Place Market with 3 hours to enjoy the Market, Westlake Center and more. Presented by METRO Transit Instruction.
7/8 T 10:30am-12noon class session Free
7/9 W 9:30am-3:45pm to Seattle by bus Free bus fare/ pay cost of your lunch

From Antenna to DTV-What You Need to Know
If you still use the antenna for your tv you need to attend this program. Learn about the upcoming transition to a digital receiver for your old television. There will also be a demonstration of digital-to-analog converter boxes. Presented by the FCC.
8/11 M 7pm Free

*Falls Prevention
South King Co. Fire and Rescue participates in a falls prevention program. To qualify, you must be 60 years or older, live independently, have either fallen in the past or be at risk of falling and live in Des Moines or greater Federal Way. Educators from the fire department will visit your home to do a safety assessment. They will cover why falls happen and give you ideas on how to reduce injuries at home. They can also install risk reduction devices such as: night lights, bathtub bars, shower chairs, raised toilet seats, hand-held showers, bathtub mats, carpet skid pads and bed rails. For more information or to schedule a home visit, call South King Fire and Rescue at 253-946-7337.

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