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| Independence in Aging: Innovation in the World of Mobility Devices
Wednesday, May 8, 12–1pm Central via Zoom
| There is no question that the aging process gets in the way of our independence as we move through life. And a big part of healthy aging is the ability to stay active. Luckily, with advancements in technology and lots of innovation in the world of mobility devices, retaining your independence, getting around, and even traveling, has never been more promising. Today we are going to take a look at some of the latest advancements and transportation options to help you stay active and independent.
OUR SPEAKER
Craig Kennedy is a Program Coordinator and trainer with the Open Doors Organization with more than 20 years of experience working with people with disabilities, disability travel and tourism and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Craig moved to Steamboat Springs, Colorado from the Adirondacks in upstate NY in 1994 where a skiing accident left him paralyzed from the waist down just two years later. Craig now lives in the Knoxville, TN area and is an avid traveler. A published author and Co-Founder of an Adaptive Travel Resource Company called Access Anything with his wife Andy, and founder of CK Consulting, he has spent more than 20 years motivating people with disabilities to look beyond their perceived abilities and advocating for their rights as both people and travelers. He spent the last 10 years as a founding Board Member and Program Director for Steamboat Adaptive Recreational Sports (STARS) helping to grow that Adaptive Sports Program from the ground up while teaching others with disabilities how to ski and recreate in the outdoors. Craig is also a Whole Food Nutrition and Business Coach with the Juice Plus Company and brings an infectious positive attitude with him wherever he goes and hopes to affect positive change, better health, and improved access to the world of disabilities.
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Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel to get notified when we post a new video recording. | | Movies at Hyde Park Art Center with CHPV & UChicago Service League
Monthly on the first Wednesday
Wednesday, May 1, 1:30
The Godfather Part II
| | | | FINAL Tech Café of the academic year with UChicago Tech Savvy Friends
Friday, May 10
3–4pm Central
Augustana Lutheran Church
| | | | Higher Education: Weeding Through the Cannabis Stigma
Chicago Area Villages: An Aging Brain and Body Program
Thursday, May 23
2–3pm Central via Zoom
| | | | Now on YouTube!
What You Want to Know about THC & CBD for Older Adults with Dr. Hanna Molla
| | | | Visit CHPV's YouTube page to access our archive of informative and entertaining recordings, including tutorials for members, our monthly educational Zoom Drop-In events, and tech tips from the UChicago Tech-Savvy Friends. | | DRIVERS WANTED!
We Need You!
CHPV's volunteer transportation service is a crucial component of our mission. Please sign up as a volunteer driver to help support vibrant, healthy aging in community.
Contact us to volunteer:
773-363-1933 or info@chpv.org
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Healthy Bowels, Healthy Bladder Workshop
Thursdays, May 2–June 6
Kroc Center, 1250 W. 119th St | | | Register online or contact Jenil Bennett at jbennett@bsd.uchicago.edu
Over half of women age 50 and older have issues with bladder or bowel control at some time in their lives. Healthy Bowels, Healthy Bladder workshop gives women ages 50 and older the tools they need to take control of their bladder and bowel symptoms. This workshop primarily focuses on educating how to maintain healthy bowels and bladders. Learn about bladder and bowel control; at home exercises to help prevent or improve symptoms; tools to help you set goals and keep track of your progress. | | The University of Chicago's SHARE Network is a major institutional partner of Chicago Hyde Park Village. We are pleased to promote the community enrichment opportunities provided by the SHARE Network. | "Rescue & Resilience": A Community Commemoration of the Shoah
Sunday, May 5, 4–5pm
In-person at KAM Isaiah Israel, enter at 5039 Greenwood Avenue and via live stream at kamii.org
The World War II experiences of legendary Hyde Park Herald columnist Sam Lesner will be highlighted at "Rescue & Resilience," a reflective program commemorating the Holocaust with personal stories from community members. A community tradition for almost 40 years, Our Communities Remember the Holocaust is co-sponsored by Akiba-Schechter JDS, Congregation Rodfei Zedek, K.A.M. Isaiah Israel, Newberger Hillel Center and The Avenue of the Righteous. | The Price of Exclusion: The Economic, Social, and Personal Costs of Poor Migrant Integration - What Remedies?
Thursday, May 9, 11–12 Central
Register via Zoom
Exploring the obstacles that many migrants and refugees are met with that come at a great social, economic and personal cost, both to those making the journey in search of a safe haven and to host societies. A panel conversation including Beatriz Ponce de León, Deputy Mayor of Immigrant, Migrant and Refugee Rights for the City of Chicago. Presented by NGO Committee on Migration. |  | Cherry Blossom Viewing & Children's Day
(Hanami & Kodomo no Hi)
Sunday, May 5, 10–2
Garden of the Phoenix, Jackson Park, Chicago
Presented by the Japanese Arts Foundation
Join the Japanese Arts Foundation in partnership with the Japanese Culture Center, Chicago Park District, Shubukai, Tsukasa Taiko, and the Consulate General of Japan in Chicago for an afternoon full of dance, drums, and of course cherry blossoms! This free, family and friend centered event is held in Jackson Park’s historic Garden of the Phoenix and the surrounding Columbian Basin, which is home to about 160 cherry blossom trees that typically bloom each spring. The trees are located just south of the Museum of Science and Industry and in the Garden of the Phoenix on the Wooded Island, a short walk south of the Columbian Basin. | | Fall Prevention Exercise Group
Provided by Howard Brown Health
Free 8 week Zoom course
Begins Friday, May 10th at 12pm
| | | City of Chicago's Senior Services Area Agency on Aging would like to hear from Older Adults in Chicago. They are in the process of developing their FY2025-27 Area Plan on Aging to request funding to implement programs and services for older adults and their caregivers. If you are 60 years of age and older or a caregiver for an older adult (60 years of age or older), please complete the FY 2025 Chicago Senior Needs Assessment Survey. | |
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