An eight-session workshop designed to increase activity levels and decrease the fear of falling.
This workshop is held Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning April 23 and ending May 16.
You do no need to be a Y member to attend. $20 fee for book and snacks. Reservations required. Please use our registration link to register on-line.
An eight-week workshop designed to increase activity levels and decrease the fear of falling.
This workshop is held Fridays beginning April 26 and ending April June 14. .
Reservations required. Please use our registration link to register on-line. $20 fee for materials and snacks.
Law Day – Volunteer Law Clinic: Wills & Advance Directives
A free clinic for low-income older adults to meet with an attorney to prepare simple wills, powers of attorney and health care proxies. MUST meet income eligibility requirements. MUST attend both sessions. Wednesday, May 1 AND Wednesday, May 15, 3-5 pm. By APPOINTMENT ONLY. Must CALL 585-244-8400 ext. 161 for eligibility requirement and appointment.
NOTE: This is a ten-week session.
Navigating Longer Lives: The Basics of Aging Mastery - Introduction to the program and its philosophy with a special emphasis on the new realities of aging, making the most of the gift of longevity, and taking small steps to improve health, financial well-being, social connectedness, and overall quality of life. Ten classes over ten weeks led by expert speakers who help participants gain the skills and tools they need to manage their health, remain economically secure, and contribute actively in society. Monday, May 6 to Monday, July 15, 10-11:30 am. Registration is required. Please use our registration link. No cost.
This workshop is a six-session educational program focused on your needs. The sessions will provide you with the skills and confidence you need to better care for yourself while caring for others. This workshop takes place on Tuesdays from 12:30 to 3 pm starting May 7 and ending June 11, 2019. The location is Lifespan’s Resource Center at the Eastside YMCA. You do NOT need to be a Y member to attend. Reservations required. Please use our registration link or call 585-287-6398.
This workshop is a six-session educational program focused on your needs. The sessions will provide you with the skills and confidence you need to better care for yourself while caring for others. This workshop takes place on Tuesdays from 1 to 2:30 pm starting May 7 and ending June 11, 2019. Reservations are required. To register for this workshop, call the Caregiver Resource Center at Noyes Health, 585-335-4358.
This workshop applies the power of the Eden Alternative’s Ten Principles to improve the quality of life for people living in nursing homes. Participants will learn the Ten Principles and ways to implement them at home. Registration is required. Please use our registration link or call 585-244-8400, ext. 201.
Having help at home is often the key to maintaining longer-term independence. Workshop will discuss types of home care, how to access services, and how the services are paid. No cost. Registration is required. Please use our registration link or call 585-244-8400, ext. 201.
Housing options are numerous, confusing and often expensive. A review options from independent with services, assisted living, enriched, special certifications and to skilled nursing. Does NOT focus on affordable housing options. No cost. Registration is required. Please use our registration link or call 585-244-8400, ext. 201.
Overall estate planning conversation and how revocable trusts can be used in your planning. No cost. Registration is required. Please use our registration link or call 585-244-8400, ext. 201.
As people with dementia lose verbal abilities, family need new ways to connect. Explore how communication takes place when someone has dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease. Then join us for a peaceful and interactive Tai Chi for caregivers session following the formal presentation. Registration require. Please use our registration link or call 585-244-8400, ext. 201.
Learn about Lifespan’s Peace of Mind Planning service which can help you organize all your important legal, financial and medical information with attention to your personal needs. No cost. Registration is required. Please use our registration link or call 585-244-8400, ext. 201. (Note location is St. John’s Wintergarden at Brickstone, 1325 Elmwood Ave.)
You have a will, power of attorney and health care proxy. Perhaps you have transferred your residence or other assets to protect against future long-term care costs. But hidden dangers could still cause problems. Learn about the most common problems and pitfalls with eldercare planning and how to fix them. No cost. Registration is required. Please use our registration link or call 585-244-8400, ext. 201.
This class is held Wednesdays and Fridays beginning May 15 and ending July 5. There are 16 sessions. Registration is required. Please use our registration link.
Everything you need to know about power of attorney, MOLST forms, health care proxy, and trusts and wills. No cost. Location: Lifespan’s Lily Café at the Maplewood YMCA, 25 Driving Park Ave. Registration is required. Please use our registration link or call 585-244-8400, ext. 201.
Just drop-by. Registration is NOT required. Volunteers from the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) are available to demonstrate assistive listening equipment and answer questions.
Obtain all the benefits you are entitled to and coordinate them with the rest of your retirement income plan. No cost. Registration is required. Please use our registration link or call 585-244-8400, ext. 201.
A support group for people who have cared for someone with dementia. Please call Matt at 585-244-8400, ext. 169 to discuss prior to attending the first time. Occurs the 3rd Friday of the month.
An introduction to Tai Chi which helps participants with pain reduction, stiffness, decreased range of motion and balance concerns associated with arthritis. No cost. Registration is required. Please use our registration link or call 244-8400, ext. 201.
Whether you are an older adult desiring to be proactive or a concerned family member, this workshop will address ways to stay safe and mobile. No cost. Covers available transportation options. Location: Goldberg Center, Jewish Home of Rochester, 2021 Winton Road South. Registration is required. Please use our registration link or call 585-244-8400, ext. 201.
An eight-session workshop designed to increase activity levels and decrease the fear of falling.
This workshop is held Wednesday and Fridays beginning May 22 and ending June 14 from 1:30 to 3:30. Location: Montour Falls. Human Services Complex, 323 Owego Street.
Reservations required. Please use our registration link to register on-line. $20 fee for materials and snacks.
A panel of experts will discuss how to stay safely living at home if you or a loved one has memory loss. No cost.
Two ways to participate - in person (please register using our registration link or call 585-244-8400, ext. 201 OR you may participate in this session virtually by registering with this link https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3803814749999605259
A nothing-to-sell overview of Medicare Parts A, B, C & D. Reservations required. Please use our registration link.
Learn about the benefits earned for their military service and how to apply for them. No cost. Location: Episcopal SeniorLife Communities at Valley Manor, 1570 East Ave. Registration is required. Please use our registration link or call 585-244-8400, ext. 201.
Using online and smartphone apps for local services like rides, ordering dinner and delivering groceries is easy and convenient. Join technology instructor Daniel Jones for this fun and informative seminar where you will learn about Lyft and Uber, GrubHub and Instacart. No cost. Registration is required. Please use our registration link or call 585-244-8400, ext. 201.
Registration is required. Please use our registration link.
An eight-week workshop designed to increase activity levels and decrease the fear of falling.
This workshop is held Mondays from 1 to 3 pm beginning June 17 and ending August 5.
Reservations required. Please use our registration link to register on-line.
A nothing-to-sell overview of Medicare Parts A, B, C & D. Reservations required. Please use our registration link.
This workshop is a six-session educational program focused on your needs. The sessions will provide you with the skills and confidence you need to better care for yourself while caring for others. This workshop takes place Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11 am starting June 19 and ending July 24, 2019. Reservations are required. To register for this workshop, call Pro Action/Yates County Office for the Aging at 315-536-5515.
A support group for people who have cared for someone with dementia. Please call Matt at 585-244-8400, ext. 169 to discuss prior to attending the first time. Occurs the 3rd Friday of the month.
A nothing-to-sell overview of Medicare Parts A, B, C & D. Reservations required. Please use our registration link.
This workshop is a six-session educational program focused on your needs. The sessions will provide you with the skills and confidence you need to better care for yourself while caring for others. This workshop takes place Wednesdays from 4 to 6:30 pm starting April 17 and ending May 22, 2019. This is for caregivers of persons with Parkinson’s. Reservations required. Please use our registration link or call 565-287-6398.
A nothing-to-sell overview of Medicare Parts A, B, C & D. Reservations required. Please use our registration link.
This workshop is a six-session educational program focused on your needs. The sessions will provide you with the skills and confidence you need to better care for yourself while caring for others. This workshop takes place Tuesdays from 2 to 3:30 pm starting April 9 and ending May 14, 2019. Reservations are required. To register for this workshop, call the Wayne County Department of Aging and Youth at 315-946-5624.
An eight-week workshop designed to increase activity levels and decrease the fear of falling.
This workshop is held Thursdays beginning April 4 and ending May 23 from 1:30 to 3:30.
Reservations required. Please use our registration link to register on-line. $20 fee for materials and snacks.
This workshop is a six-session educational program focused on your needs. The sessions will provide you with the skills and confidence you need to better care for yourself while caring for others. This workshop takes place on Mondays beginning March 26 and ending April 29 from 5 to 7:30 pm. Reservations required. Please use our registration link or call 585-287-6398.
Drop-by Lifespan on Monday, March 18 between 1 and 3 pm to learn about a fulfilling volunteer role — as a NYS certified Ombudsman for people living in nursing homes. Ombudsman advocate for residents by visiting an assigned home once a week for a few hours and getting to know residents, family members and staff. Reservations NOT necessary.
A support group for people who have cared for someone with dementia. Please call Matt at 585-244-8400, ext. 169 to discuss prior to attending the first time. Occurs the 3rd Friday of the month.
A nothing-to-sell overview of Medicare Parts A, B, C & D. Reservations required. Please use our registration link.
This workshop is a six-session educational program focused on your needs. The sessions will provide you with the skills and confidence you need to better care for yourself while caring for others. This workshop takes place on Thursdays from 1 to 3:30 pm starting March 14 and ending April 18, 2019. Reservations required. Please use our registration link or call 585-287-6398.
Assists participants with pain reduction, stiffness, decreased range of motion and balance concerns associated with arthritis. Promotes a fun, social means of increasing strength, flexibility and coordination. This class is held Mondays and Wednesdays, 1 - 2 pm from March 11 to May 1. Registration is required. Cost: $10 for 16 classes. Please use our registration link or call Sarah at 585-287-6439.
Assists participants with pain reduction, stiffness, decreased range of motion and balance concerns associated with arthritis. It also promotes a fun, social means of increasing strength, flexibility and coordination. This class is held Wednesdays and Fridays from March 6 to April 26, 2:30 to 3:30. Register is required. $10 for 16 classes. Please use our registration link or call Sarah Otis at 585-287-6439.
This is a 6-week workshop for adults 18+ living with diabetes. Caregivers also welcome! The purpose of the workshop is to provide tools and strategies to better manage the challenges associated with diabetes. Free.
This workshop is held Thursdays from 1:30 pm - 4 pm beginning February 28 and ending April 4.
Reservations required. Please use our registration link to register online. Or call Sarah Otis at 585-287-6439.
A nothing-to-sell overview of Medicare Parts A, B, C & D. Reservations required. Please use our registration link.
This workshop is a six-session educational program focused on your needs. The sessions will provide you with the skills and confidence you need to better care for yourself while caring for others.
This workshop takes place on Tuesdays from 2 to 4:30 pm starting January 22 and ending February 26.
Reservations required. Please use our registration link to register on-line.
A support group for people coping with grief following caring for a loved one with dementia. Occurs the third Friday of the month from 11 am to noon. Registration requested by calling 585-244-8400, ext. 169 or email flcireferral@lifespanrochester.org
A nothing-to-sell overview of Medicare Parts A, B, C & D. Reservations required. Please use our registration link.
An overview of Medicare Parts A, B, C, D. Participants will receive our Monroe County Medicare comparison chart. Reservations required. Please use our registration link.
A complete, nothing-to-sell overview of Medicare Parts A, B, C & D.
Registration is required. Please use our registration link to register on-line.
Gain a basic understanding of providing personal care at home including tips to avoid bed sores; infection control and basic wound care; bathing and dressing in a bed or chair; healthy diet and bowel management; safe transfers; managing medication; and, knowing when to call the doctor or nurse.
Reservations required. Please use our registration link to register on-line.
Join us for an interactive session on how to manage stress while caring for a family member or friend living with a chronic condition or memory loss.
Reservations required. Please use our registration link to register on-line.
This is a 6-week, peer-led health education for people 60+ living with chronic illness(es). The purpose of the workshop is to enhance skills and your ability to manage your health and maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
This workshop takes place on Thursdays from 12:30-3:00 pm beginning November 29th and ending January 3, 2019.
Reservations required. Please use our registration link to register online.
Are you a caregiver of a loved one with a chronic condition or memory loss? Join Lifespan’s Finger Lakes Caregiver Institute and the Alzheimer’s Association for an interactive day of caregiver wellness and education. Vendor tables, blood pressure screenings, interactive wellness demonstrations and workshops:
Taking Care of You: Caregiver Wellness
What is self-care and why is it so important to successful caregiving? An overview of caregiving and wellness with a demonstration of easy techniques to implement right away!
Dementia Conversations: Driving, Doctor Visits, Legal & Financial Planning
Conversations with family members who are showing signs of dementia can be challenging and uncomfortable. The fear or lack of awareness that may accompany these conversations can result in delays that have serious consequences for the entire family. This workshop offers tips on how to have honest and caring conversations with family members about going to the doctor, when to stop driving, and making legal and financial plans.
Lunch provided
Registration required. Please use our registration link to register on-line.
Are You Ready to Make a Difference? Discover the Many Ways You Can as a Lifespan Volunteer.
Everyone has unique gifts to share, and Lifespan volunteers make significant contributions by putting their best talents to work. From advocating for nursing home residents to teaching a Living Healthy workshop, we have many opportunities from which to choose. Representatives will be on hand to tell you about their programs, answer your questions and show you how you can join the ranks of our dedicated Lifespan volunteer corps.
Reservations for this are NOT required. Just drop-by.
Volunteers from the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) are available to demonstrate assistive listening equipment and answer questions. Signaling-alerting devices, captioned telephones, personal assistive listening devices and hearing aid accessories are among the items on display to demo.
Reservation required. Please use our registration link.
This is a 6-week, peer-led health education for people 60+ living with chronic illness(es). The purpose of the workshop is to enhance skills and your ability to manage your health and maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
This workshop takes place on Thursdays from 9:30 am-12:00 pm beginning November 15th and ending December 27th.
Reservations required. Please use our registration link to register online.
Monroe County is home to more than 45,000 men and women who served their country. Many of them have no idea about the benefits they are entitled to, including health care, compensation for injuries in the form of service-connected disability, nursing home pensions and memorial/indemnity compensation. This presentation will inform veterans and their families about the benefits they have earned for their military service and how to apply for them.
Reservations required. Please use our registration link to register on-line.
Eden at Home applies the power of the Eden Alternative’s 10 Principles to improve the quality of life for elders living at home and their care partners. Workshop participants will learn the 10 principles and ways to implement them at home.
Reservations required. Please use our registration link to register on-line.
An eight-week workshop designed to increase activity levels and decrease the fear of falling.
This workshop is held on Tuesdays from 10 am-12:00 pm beginning November 13 and ending December 18.
Reservations required. Please use our registration link to register on-line.
A complete, nothing-to-sell overview of Medicare Parts A, B, C & D. Registration is required. Please use our registration link.
A complete, nothing-to-sell overview of Medicare Parts A, B, C & D. Registration is required. Please use our registration link.
Lifespan of Greater Rochester, NY. Providing services for older adults and caregivers.
Main Office
(585) 244-8400
Toll-Free Number
1-866-454-5110
Main Office
1900 S. Clinton Avenue,
Rochester, New York 14618
Lifespan is funded, in part, by Monroe County Office for the Aging, New York State Office for the Aging, New York State Department of Health, US Administration on Aging, United Way of Greater Rochester and donations. No person shall be denied benefits or subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal Assistance on grounds of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or marital status.
