• Fall Prevention

    Putnam County Library 4219 WV-34, Hurricane, WV, United States

    Explore the dynamics of aging and fall prevention in this informative class. Our experienced Physical Therapist, Dr. Tim Guiden, will delve into the root causes of falls, including balance and strength deficits, improper assistive device use, hazardous environments, and age-related factors like declining eyesight and slower reaction times. Gain valuable insights into the aftermath of […]

  • The Softer side of Estate planning

    Putnam County Library 4219 WV-34, Hurricane, WV, United States

    Traditional estate planning typically focuses on titled property like land, houses, and vehicles, but often overlooks the question of what happens to an individual’s personal items. As the owner of Caring Transitions of Kanawha Valley, Melody Bailey helps families who are dealing with the emotional burden of loss and with the physical burden of “stuff” […]

  • The Different Levels of Care

    Putnam County Library 4219 WV-34, Hurricane, WV, United States

    As we age, there’s a 74% chance that we will need some sort of assisted medical care. However, there is an extreme lack of awareness about what types of care […]

  • Community Bridge: Connecting helpers, Resources and People in need.

    Putnam County Library 4219 WV-34, Hurricane, WV, United States

    One of the biggest obstacles in our community is simply knowing what programs are available and how we help when we notice a need. Community Bridge is working to bridge that gap. Community Bridge is a faith-based nonprofit in the Kanawha Valley that exists to provide resources to help people in need. Our heart is […]

  • Advanced Estate Planning for Nursing Home

    Putnam County Library 4219 WV-34, Hurricane, WV, United States

    Brent L. Van Deysen is the managing partner of Van Deysen Law Office, PLLC, an Elder Law and Estate Planning Practice. Mr. Van Deysen will discuss how to protect your assets from the high cost of nursing home care. He will also discuss the basic estate planning documents that everyone should have, including Wills, Trusts […]

  • Understanding Hospice and Palliative Care

    Putnam County Library 4219 WV-34, Hurricane, WV, United States

    In this class we'll explore the key differences between hospice and palliative care. We’ll cover how palliative care provides relief from symptoms at any illness stage, while hospice offers comprehensive end-of-life support when curative treatments are no longer an option. Discover practical guidance for choosing the right care and learn about support systems for families […]

  • Serving Seniors, Neighbor to Neighbor

    Putnam County Library 4219 WV-34, Hurricane, WV, United States

    Jennifer Waggener is the founder and Executive Director of Faith in Action of the Greater Kanawha Valley, a local nonprofit organization providing free services to older adults ages 60 and over in Kanawha and Putnam counties. Faith in Action volunteers offer one-on-one assistance to seniors with things like transportation to medical appointments, access to groceries and […]

  • Basic Estate Planning

    Putnam County Library 4219 WV-34, Hurricane, WV, United States

    This course will cover the most basic estate planning documents including wills and powers or attorneys. We will also discuss how easily these documents can be customized to meet your unique individual and family needs, how critical it is to start early, when you need to update your documents and how to get the most […]

  • What the Heck is Dementia

    Putnam County Library 4219 WV-34, Hurricane, WV, United States

    JT Hunter, Certified Dementia Practitioner and Care Partner Coach will explain the difference between Alzheimer’s and the many different types of dementia, how each affects the brain, and it may manifest in the person with dementia.  He will also briefly provide insight into how we as neighbors, family members,  and friends can help support the […]

  • Medicare Part D Changes for 2025

    Putnam County Library 4219 WV-34, Hurricane, WV, United States

    Join Just Us Retirement for a crucial seminar on the upcoming 2025 changes to Medicare Part D under the Inflation Act. This session will cover new out-of-pocket spending caps, adjustments to premiums and copayments, and cost-saving measures, while also discussing potential negative impacts like higher premiums and smaller formularies. We will provide practical advice for […]