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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180501
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SUMMARY:Older Americans Month
DESCRIPTION:May 2018- Older Americans Month\nAt the request of the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida’s and other members of the aging network\, the County Commissioners of Charlotte\, Collier\, DeSoto\, Glades\, Hendry\,  Lee and Sarasota Counties will all introduce ceremonial proclamations declaring May 2018 as Older Americans Month in their respective counties. \nHere is the text of the Lee County Older Americans Month resolution: \nProclaiming May 2018 as Older Americans Month\nWhereas\, Lee County is home to more than 195\,000 adults age 60 and over who enrich and strengthen our community; and \nWhereas\, The Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida is committed to engaging and supporting older adults\, their families\, and caregivers in Lee County and across Southwest Florida; and \nWhereas\, The Area Agency on Aging is celebrating its 40th year of serving our region’s elders in September of 2018; and \nWhereas\, Older Americans Month is led by the Administration for Community Living’s Administration on Aging\, and is celebrated across the country by individuals\, organizations and municipalities to improve the quality of life for older adults; and \nWhereas\, the 2018 theme for Older Americans Month is “Engage at Every Age\,” and emphasizes the importance of being active and involved in every phase of life; and \nWhereas\, Lee County acknowledges the importance of taking part in activities that promote physical\, mental\, and emotional well-being—no matter your age; and \nWhereas\, the people of Lee County can enrich the lives of individuals of every age by promoting home  and community based services that support independent living; involving older adults in community planning\, events\, and other activities; and providing opportunities for older adults to work\, volunteer\, learn\, lead\, and mentor; \nNow therefore\, be it resolved that the Board of County Commissioners of Lee County\, Florida does hereby proclaim May 2018 to be Older Americans Month. We urge every resident to take time during this month to recognize older adults and the people who serve them as vital parts of our community. \n 
URL:https://aaaswfl.org/event/older-americans-month/
LOCATION:FL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180510T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180510T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085143
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SUMMARY:AARP Smart Driver Course
DESCRIPTION:For information about the AARP Smart Driver program\, visit: https://www.aarp.org/auto/driver-safety/ \nNote: You must register for this program with AARP.  This is not an Area Agency on Aging program. \nTo register\, call Joe Dever (239) 851-6442 \nClassroom course: $15 (AARP Members) / $20 (Non-members) \nFor additional information\, contact AARP Toll-Free at 888-227-7669 (888-AARP-NOW)
URL:https://aaaswfl.org/event/aarp-smart-driver-course-10/
LOCATION:AAASWFL Main Office\, 15201 N Cleveland Ave\, North Fort Myers\, FL\, 33903\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180515T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180515T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085143
CREATED:20180427T194840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T211439Z
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SUMMARY:Walk With Ease Presentation (NORTH FORT MYERS)
DESCRIPTION:The Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida is preparing to offer free Walk With Ease workshops in Lee County.  People interested in registering or learning more are invited to attend a brief presentation about the Walk With Ease program at 2:00pm on Tuesday\, May 15\, 2018 at the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida (AAASWFL).  The Agency is located in the Merchant’s Crossing shopping center in North Fort Myers (15201 N. Cleveland Ave.\, Suite 1100). \n Walk With Ease is a structured walking program from the Arthritis Foundation. The program teaches participants how to safely make physical activity part of their everyday lives.  Walk With Ease is designed to help people living with arthritis better manage their pain and is also ideal for people without arthritis who want to make walking a daily habit. \nWalk With Ease helps participants develop successful exercise routines by offering support\, information\, and other tools.  The six-week group series is led by a certified instructor. Participants learn proper stretching and pain management techniques\, build stamina and increase their walking pace.  The program can even be modified to meet the needs of individual participants so that each person can develop an exercise routine that fits their unique goals. \nPre-registration is required.  For more information\, contact Sherry Young at 866-413-5337 (866-41-ELDER) or sherry.young@aaaswfl.org.  Before starting any exercise program\, always check with your physician.
URL:https://aaaswfl.org/event/walk-with-ease-presentation/
LOCATION:Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida\, 2830 Winkler Avenue\, Suite 112\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33903\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180516T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180516T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085143
CREATED:20180403T160819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180403T160819Z
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SUMMARY:Medicare 101 (VENICE)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the Basics of Medicare\nMedicare 101 is a well-rounded presentation covering the basics of Medicare for those soon to be eligible as well as those currently on Medicare.  Participants will learn the basics of Medicare Parts A\, B\, C and D and discover more about the many plan options available. \nWednesday\, May 16\, 2018 – 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm \nJacaranda Public Library\, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd.\, Venice\, FL 34293 \nFree Event! No registration necessary. \nProgram Courtesy of Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida.  For more information\, please call the Helpline at 1-866-413-5337 (866-41-ELDER). \nSHINE counselors provide free\, unbiased and confidential counseling to Medicare beneficiaries\, their caregivers and those soon to be eligible.  Visit the SHINE website to learn about counseling locations and other presentations
URL:https://aaaswfl.org/event/medicare-101-venice-2/
LOCATION:Jacaranda Public Library\, 4143 Woodmere Park Blvd.\, Venice\, FL\, 34293\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180517T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085143
CREATED:20180509T152352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180509T152352Z
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SUMMARY:Medicare 101 (SARASOTA)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the Basics of Medicare\nMedicare 101 is a well-rounded presentation covering the basics of Medicare for those soon to be eligible as well as those currently on Medicare.  Participants will learn the basics of Medicare Parts A\, B\, C and D and discover more about the many plan options available. \nThursday\, May 17\, 2018 – 11:00 am to 1:00 pm \nGoodwill Mecca- 5150 N. Tamiami Tr.\, Sarasota FL 34234 \nFree Event! No registration necessary. \nProgram Courtesy of Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida.  For more information\, please call the Helpline at 1-866-413-5337 (866-41-ELDER). \nSHINE counselors provide free\, unbiased and confidential counseling to Medicare beneficiaries\, their caregivers and those soon to be eligible.  Visit the SHINE website to learn about counseling locations and other presentations
URL:https://aaaswfl.org/event/medicare-101-sarasota/
LOCATION:Goodwill Mecca\, 5150 N. Tamiami Tr.\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34234\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180518T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180518T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085143
CREATED:20180316T161118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180316T161118Z
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SUMMARY:Advisory Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Advisory Council Meeting\nThe Advisory Council of the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida (AAASWFL) will meet at 9:30 p.m. at the AAASWFL headquarters- 15201 N. Cleveland Ave\, Ste. 1100\, North Fort Myers\, FL 33903.
URL:https://aaaswfl.org/event/advisory-council-meeting-14/
LOCATION:AAASWFL Main Office\, 15201 N Cleveland Ave\, North Fort Myers\, FL\, 33903\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180518T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085143
CREATED:20180403T161921Z
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SUMMARY:Medicare 101 (ENGLEWOOD)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the Basics of Medicare\nMedicare 101 is a well-rounded presentation covering the basics of Medicare for those soon to be eligible as well as those currently on Medicare.  Participants will learn the basics of Medicare Parts A\, B\, C and D and discover more about the many plan options available. \nFriday\, May 18\, 2018 – 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm \nEnglewood Charlotte Public Library\, 3450 N. Access Rd.\, Englewood\, FL 34224 \nFree Event! No registration necessary. \nProgram Courtesy of Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida.  For more information\, please call the Helpline at 1-866-413-5337 (866-41-ELDER). \nSHINE counselors provide free\, unbiased and confidential counseling to Medicare beneficiaries\, their caregivers and those soon to be eligible.  Visit the SHINE website to learn about counseling locations and other presentations
URL:https://aaaswfl.org/event/medicare-101-englewood/
LOCATION:Englewood Charlotte Public Library\, 3450 N Access Rd.\,\, Englewood\, FL\, 34224\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180522T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180522T093000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085143
CREATED:20180403T162300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180403T163414Z
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SUMMARY:Medicare 101 (FORT MYERS BEACH)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the Basics of Medicare\nMedicare 101 is a well-rounded presentation covering the basics of Medicare for those soon to be eligible as well as those currently on Medicare.  Participants will learn the basics of Medicare Parts A\, B\, C and D and discover more about the many plan options available. \nTuesday\, May 22\, 2018 – 9:30 am (presentations typically last 90 minutes to two hours) \nChapel by the Sea Presbyterian Church\, 100 Chapel Street (Silver Hall)\, Fort Myers Beach\, FL 33931 \nFree Event! No registration necessary. \nProgram Courtesy of Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida.  For more information\, please call the Helpline at 1-866-413-5337 (866-41-ELDER). \nSHINE counselors provide free\, unbiased and confidential counseling to Medicare beneficiaries\, their caregivers and those soon to be eligible.  Visit the SHINE website to learn about counseling locations and other presentations
URL:https://aaaswfl.org/event/medicare-101-fort-myers-beach/
LOCATION:Chapel By the Sea\, 100 Chapel St.\, Fort Myers Beach\, FL\, 33931\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180522T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180522T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085143
CREATED:20180417T124702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180417T130241Z
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools For Caregivers (NORTH FORT MYERS)
DESCRIPTION:Powerful Tools for Caregivers\nA class for family caregivers\nPowerful Tools for Caregivers is an educational program designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a friend or relative.  You will benefit from this class whether you are helping a parent\, a spouse\, a friend\, someone who lives at home\, in a nursing home\, or across the country. \nThis class series meets once a week for six weeks.  Class size is limited\, and registration is required.  For more information or to register\, please call Sherry Young at the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida at 239-652-6900\, ext. 58240 \nDates:          Six consecutive Tuesdays –  May 22 through June 26\, 2018 \nTime:        1:00 p.m. to 2:30 pm \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED BEFORE THE FIRST SESSION. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED. \nTo Register: Call Sherry at (866)413-5337 r email sherry.young@aaaswfl.org \nCost:             FREE
URL:https://aaaswfl.org/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers/
LOCATION:Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida\, 2830 Winkler Avenue\, Suite 112\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33903\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180528T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180528T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T085143
CREATED:20171226T163249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171226T163249Z
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day- Office Closed
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URL:https://aaaswfl.org/event/memorial-day-office-closed-3/
LOCATION:FL
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