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Aging Well: Know Your Numbers & FREE Wellness Screening

Wednesday, August 26 | 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Fishers Community Center, Program Room 1 | Free This 1-hour session will help participants learn more about measures of key risk factors for chronic conditions—including blood pressure, cholesterol, blood glucose, and weight. Knowing more about what these numbers mean and what are considered healthy levels can help you know more about your…
Aging Well: Sleep Health for Older Adults

Monday, August 24 | 12:15 – 1:15 p.m. | Fishers Community Center, Program Room 3 Getting a good night’s sleep is important at every age. In this free session, we’ll explore how sleep changes as we get older, common sleep concerns, and simple habits that can support better rest and overall health. You’ll learn practical tips you can use right away to…
Aging Well: Decluttering as Self Care: How to Begin

Tuesday, August 11 | 6 – 7:30 p.m. | Hamilton East Public Library – Fishers Branch Clutter isn’t just about messy rooms—an overabundance of possessions can interfere with how you use your space, strain social connections, and contribute to stress. But it can be tough to get started with managing all your stuff. This program reframes decluttering as an…
Aging Well: Navigating the AI Age with Confidence

Wednesday, August 5 | 10 – 11:30 a.m. | Fishers Community Center Community Room 1 | Free Step into the future with confidence! In this workshop, you’ll sharpen your digital literacy skills as you learn how to identify AI-generated content, discover practical AI tools that can simplify everyday tasks, and explore the ethical considerations that come with using AI technology.…
Aging Well: Sleep Health for Older Adults

Friday, July 10 | 1 1 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Fishers Community Center | FCC Community Room Getting a good night’s sleep is important at every age. In this free session, we’ll explore how sleep changes as we get older, common sleep concerns, and simple habits that can support better rest and overall health. You’ll learn practical tips you can use right away to…
Aging Well: Healthy Eating on a Budget

Wednesday, July 29 | 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. | Fishers Community Center Community Room This free 30-minute workshop from the Fishers Health Department offers tips and tools on determining your food budget, creating a meal plan, and shopping smart at the grocery store to save money and eat nutritiously. Register here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019e3b65c29d7c27a9b20ca1eaed8f91 The Fishers Health Department’s Aging Well…
Aging Well: Medicare 101, presented in partnership with SHIP

Friday, July 17 | 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Fishers Community Center Community Room This free presentation is for people who are approaching Medicare age or have questions about Medicare. SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) is federally funded and under the umbrella of the Indiana Department of Insurance to provide unbiased Medicare help.…
Aging Well: Building Brain Healthy Habits

Monday, June 22 | 1 – 2 p.m. | Fishers Community Center Community Room | Free  For centuries, we’ve known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how lifestyle choices may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. This Alzheimer’s Association course teaches…
Aging Well: 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

Friday, June 19 | 1—2 p.m. | Fishers Community Center Community Room | Free In observance of Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Month, this Alzheimer’s Association course helps people recognize common signs of the disease in themselves and others and identify next steps to take, including how to talk to their doctor. Register here. The Fishers Health Department’s Aging Well series…
Aging Well: Mobile Device Basics for Android

Thursday, June 18 | 2:30 – 4 p.m. | Fishers Community Center Community Room | Free This free, in-person workshop, hosted by the Hamilton East Public Library, is for anyone who has a new Android mobile device, or is considering getting one, and wants to learn more about the basic functions. Learn how to connect to…
Aging Well: Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Monday, June 8 | 1 – 2 p.m. | Fishers Community Center Community Room | Free In acknowledgement of Alzheimer’s and Brain Health Month, this Alzheimer’s Association course covers basic information on the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factors, research, and FDA)approved treatments. Register at https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019d7281d3697d8281d1b893b0ca9e73. The Fishers Health Department’s Aging Well series offers free educational sessions designed to help…
Aging Well: Mobile Device Basics iOS

New to Apple devices — or thinking about getting one? Join Hamilton East Public Library for a free workshop covering the basics of iPhone and iPad use. Learn how to connect to Wi-Fi, identify common apps, use touch gestures, and build confidence in using your Apple device safely. If you have an iPhone or iPad, you are…
Aging Well: Taming Stress in Everyday Life

Understanding what stress is, what it feels like to you, and finding ways to cope with it isn’t just good for your mental health, it’s good for your body, too. Join us in this hour-long conversation about healthy stress coping strategies and how to build up your stress coping toolbox. After the session, feel free…
Aging Well: Decluttering As Self Care

Clutter isn’t just about messy rooms. An overabundance of possessions can interfere with how you use your space, strain social connections, and contribute to stress. But it can be tough to get started with managing all your stuff. This program reframes decluttering as an act of self-care. You’ll learn the impact of clutter on well-being…
Aging Well: Taming Stress in Everyday Life

In this session, we’ll take a look at stress—what it is, how it affects you, and what you can do to feel more in control. You’ll have the chance to talk about the signs of stress you’ve noticed in your own life and explore different ways of coping, from quick emotional resets to practical problem-solving approaches. We’ll also chat about when it might be a good idea to…
Aging Well: The Impact of Alzheimer’s and Dementia in Our Community

This Alzheimer’s Association presentation is a general overview and covers facts and figures, types of dementia, treatments, brain health, and the resources Alzheimer’s Association offers. Register here. The Fishers Health Department’s Aging Well series offers free educational sessions designed to help older adults and their caregivers live healthy, active, and connected lives. See additional Aging Well events at…
Aging Well: Taming Stress in Everyday Life

In this session, we’ll take a look at stress—what it is, how it affects you, and what you can do to feel more in control. You’ll have the chance to talk about the signs of stress you’ve noticed in your own life and explore different ways of coping, from quick emotional resets to practical problem…
Aging Well: Taming Stress in Everyday Life

In this session, we’ll take a look at stress—what it is, how it affects you, and what you can do to feel more in control. You’ll have the chance to talk about the signs of stress you’ve noticed in your own life and explore different ways of coping, from quick emotional resets to practical problem-solving approaches. We’ll also chat about when it might be a good idea to…
Aging Well: Decluttering as Self Care: How to Begin

Clutter isn’t just about messy rooms—an overabundance of possessions can interfere with how you use your space, strain social connections, and contribute to stress. But it can be tough to get started with managing all your stuff. This program reframes decluttering as an act of self care. You’ll learn the impact of clutter on well-being…
Aging Well: Heart Healthy Habits

In observance of American Heart Month, this free, one-hour session focuses on practical ways to reduce the risk of heart disease by adopting and maintaining heart-healthy habits. Participants will learn how to start small, set achievable goals, and build sustainable habits that support long-term wellness. Optional Activity: Stay after the session for a casual walk…