10 Things You Never Knew KCLS Offers for Free!
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Willow Room
Presenter: Vicki Heck, KCLS Librarian
King County Library System provides books, DVDs, CDs, magazines, and Story Times, yes! But did you know KCLS offers so much more? This presentation will reveal resources you may never have thought to expect from your library, including those specifically geared to seniors. Join us to learn how KCLS saves you money, supports you and your family’s lifelong learning and creates community – all at your local library.
Coffee with a Cop
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Coffee Bar
Presenter: Sgt. Patrick Morgan, Direct Enforcement Team
Join us as we host a Coffee with a Cop for our seniors! Besides coffee and treats, we plan to have officers and representatives from the Renton Police Department available to answer any questions you have related to crime prevention, patrol services and community outreach programs.
The Basic Estate Planning Documents Everyone Needs and Why
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Madrone Room
Presenter: Beth A. McDaniel, JD, CELA
In this session, estate planning attorney Beth A. McDaniel will cover the estate planning documents everyone needs to have, the importance of each of these documents, and the consequences of not having these documents.
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Chair Yoga and Guided Meditation-an interactive demonstration
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Madrone Room
Presenter: Amy Rachelle: Intuitive Healing, Soul Guide & Meditation Teacher; Renata Couri: Sound and Yoga Therapist , Yoga teacher RYT500, Yoga Alliance certified
During this session, you’ll be guided to connect to your body and mind by experiencing chair yoga and guided meditation in a fun new way. Come as you are, ALL are welcome. This is a brief preview into programs offered.
Communication Strategies for Getting Hired
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Hemlock Room
Presenter: Clifford Gocha’ Supervisor, WorkSource Auburn
Communication matters when you're conveying who you are to an employer. In this workshop, learn about the generational differences from Baby Boomers to Generation X and how you can communicate more effectively to highlight your strengths and skills to your future employer. We will also share strategic tips when searching for employment and show you how WorkSource can assist YOU in getting hired!
Sound Generations: 55 years of Aging Well in King County
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Willow Room
Presenters: Mackensie Lewis, Mission Engagement Associate & Dale Hoover, Brand Ambassador, Sound Generations
Learn about Sound Generations’ four pillars of services covering Food Security, Transportation, Assistance Services, and Health and Wellness. Sound Generations supports older adults, caregivers, and adults with disabilities throughout King County with 12 accessible programs – come connect with us!
Exercise Strategies for Seniors (50 minutes)
Time: 12 p.m.
Location: Madrone Room
Presenter: Michael Sellars; Boxers with Parkinson’s
This program will promote the value and importance of exercise as therapy against aging. Is age really just a number? Learn how exercise can improve your quality of life physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. Exercising your body and brain is good medicine. Get a dose of exercise every day! You will be treated to a demonstration of Rock Steady Boxing.
Identifying and Avoiding Scams
Time: 12 p.m.
Location: Hemlock Room
Presenter: Duncan Taylor, SVP/COO -The Washington Bankers Association &
Board member at Financial Beginnings WA
Scammers target older customers because of the size of their assets, their tendency to be more trusting, the likelihood of their being stressed by family, medical and financial problems, their concern about having enough money and their embarrassment about admitting they’ve been duped. Seniors are also more likely to be suffering from declining cognitive skills, making them even more vulnerable to fraud and manipulation. Please join Financial Beginnings Wa for this live presentation on the following topics:
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