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Health
Course #5318
Anger Management
Mondays 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Apr 4, 11, 18, May 2,
9
Learn what is behind most of our anger and what specific
techniques can be used to better control anger and change behavior.
Also, learn several techniques to use when another person is angry
at you.
Instructor: Barbara Marder, an individual marriage
and family counselor, has presented many workshops on topics such
as anger management, stress, assertiveness training and parent education.
Location: Jewish Community Center, Social Room, 630
E. Hamilton, State College
Course #5319 (Single
Session Course)
Coping with Dementia
Tuesday 1:00 – 2:30
PM Apr 12
The instructor will
provide a general overview of the different types of dementia and
their prevalence, issues faced by caregivers in the home, some tips
on dealing with the behaviors, and resources available for support
in Centre County.
Instructor: Cindy
Keith, an LPN in Mifflin County in geriatrics for 7 years, earned
her RN B.S. from Penn State. Working in various geriatric settings,
she spent 4 years in a dementia dedicated assisted living facility
as the health care coordinator.
Location: United Way-Centre
County Office, CATO Park, 2790 W. College Ave., State College
Course #5320 (Single
Session Course)
Enabling
Wednesday 11:00 AM
– 12:30 PM May 11
This course will identify
and define several kinds of disabilities. It will also explore how
to remove barriers to information and how to interact with people
with disabilities.
Instructor: Susan
Hayya, Coordinator of Library Services for Persons with Disabilities
at Penn State, has a B.A. in English Literature and an M.S. in Workforce
Education from Penn State.
Location: 23 W. Pattee,
PSU Campus, University Park
Course #5321
Self Massage
Fridays 9:30 – 11:00 AM Apr 8, 15, 22, 29, May
6, 13
Learn self-manipulation of muscles with the intention
of relieving or reducing chronic or acute pain. Participants will
study anatomy and physiology, as well as self-massage.
Instructor: Bridget H. Stemberger, Certified Massage
Therapist and retired Electron Microscopist, specializes in massage
for the elderly.
Location: St. Peter’s United Church of Christ,
1795 W. College Ave., State College
Course #5322
Tai Chi Chi Kung
Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30 – 10:30 AM Apr 12,
14, 19, 21, May 3, 5, 10, 12
Exercise the body as well as strengthen the body/mind/spirit
connection. Tai Chi helps balance energy, increases flexibility
and stamina, and provides an introduction to meditation.
Instructor: Charlotte Brighton, a teacher of meditation
and Chinese exercises, has studied Eastern philosophy for 14 years.
Location: Central Pennsylvania Dance Workshop,
101 S. Fraser Street, State College Studio Fee: $12.00 – to be included
on invoice
Course #5323
The Adventure Beyond 60
Thursdays 10:00 – 11:30 AM Apr 7, 14, 21
This course will focus on the process of aging
from a spiritual and psychological perspective with emphasis on
the Jungian analytical approach. Handouts will be available to facilitate
the discussion.
Instructor: Rev. Dr. Lynn Illingworth has studied
at the Jungian Seminar on the motifs and psychological systems developed
by C. G. Jung.
Location: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Social
Room, 780 Waupelani Drive Ext., State College
Course #5358
We Are What We Eat
Wednesdays 11:00 – 12:30 April 6, 13, 20, 27, May
4, 11
Confused by all that you are hearing about nutrition?
This course will cover the basic types of natural and artificial
sweeteners, their physiological effects, glycemic index and label
identification. The use of fats, cholesterol and Omega 3, 6, and
9 in the body will also be discussed. The role of carbohydrates,
fiber and “super” vitamins will be described, as well as ways to
maintain bone health. The last session will include a trip to a
supermarket to practice reading labels.
Instructor: Sylvia P. Onusic was a Fulbright scholar,
1992 in Public Health. She has a BS in Foods and Nutirtion and a
PhD in Health Education.
Location: Centre Region Senior Center, 131 S. Fraser
Street, State College
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