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CPR, First Aid & AED

This blended learning (online learning and in-person skills) session will help participants recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing, and first aid emergencies. Successful participants will receive a two-year Red Cross certificate for Adult and Pediatric (infant and child) CPR, First Aid and AED. Register at least 10 days prior to the in-person skills date, as time is needed to complete the online learning portion PRIOR to testing in person for the skills. This will allow you the time to complete lessons at your own pace. You will need to provide the instructor with proof of online completion in order to take part in the skills testing. Additional details regarding online learning session will be sent via email. A personal email address is required to receive class content. Registration Deadlines: January 7 - Register by December 22 February 9 - Register by January 30 March 11 - Register by February 27 April 20 - Register by April 10 May 13 - Register by May 1

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Learning to Support Grievers

Even with the best of intentions, most people struggle to find the right words or deeds to support those they're close to who are grieving a loss. We will explore techniques to be more comfortable and better able to support the grievers you care about. It is intended for friends, family, or community members who want to learn how to support children, young adults, or adults who have experienced the death of a loved one. This workshop will: Provide an understanding of what grief is and how it manifests. Introduce meaningful steps for supporting someone who is grieving. Inform as to what to say and what to avoid, and suggest actions that are truly helpful. Children ages 14 - 18 years old may register with an adult registration.

Medicare 101 - Now with Social Security Insights!

Navigating Medicare can be confusing, especially with the changes for 2026, and your Social Security filing choice impacts both coverage and costs! Join licensed agents Ann Turner and Sandy Sleck for a clear, educational breakdown of Original Medicare (Parts A & B), Medicare Advantage (Part C), and supplemental plans (Part D/Medigap). We'll cover crucial enrollment deadlines and explain how to coordinate your Medicare and Social Security decisions to maximize your benefits and minimize surprises. This class is perfect for those approaching 65, reviewing their current options, or assisting a loved one. Receive a complimentary personalized RSSA® evaluation to help uncover your best strategies.

Tue, Mar 3

6:30 - 8:00 PM

Orono Activities Center

Min Age

18 yr.

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NOT ME Safety Assault Prevention

Open to ages 18+ The “NOT ME!” Personal Safety Training program, developed by former US Navy SEAL, Officer Al Horner, is a unique, life-changing program focusing entirely on safety and assault prevention. This critical, self-defense class delivers powerful information on risk recognition by covering the relevant "who, what, when, where" to help you avoid dangerous scenarios, teaches you the most effective prevention tools to stop danger before it starts, and provides you with the wisest actions and escape tactics to take if danger becomes apparent. Please note: This training discusses topics that may include intense scenarios and references.

Sun, May 3

3:00 - 5:30 PM

Orono Activities Center

Min Age

14 yr.

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Plan It Now: Health Care Directive & Power of Attorney

Procrastinate no more! No matter what your age, give your loved ones an important gift by creating two legal documents - a Health Care Directive and a Power of Attorney. These documents are vitally important in the event you become incapacitated and cannot make decisions for yourself. A Health Care Directive is a legal document that communicates your health care wishes and allows you to name someone to make health care decisions for you when you cannot speak for yourself. A Power of Attorney allows you to choose someone to handle your finances and property and is effective immediately upon signing. You will prepare both of these documents, so you leave with these important legal plans in place. Leave class with two notarized documents, and give yourself and your loved ones peace of mind.