Stay healthy and informed with free seminars from the Rockville Senior Center in July and August.
Register with the course number at www.rockvillemd.gov/registration. Learn about 60-plus programs, courses, activities and services at www.rockvillemd.gov/seniorcenter or by calling 240-314-8800. See the “Adults 60+” recreation guide at www.rockvillemd.gov/life for more information.
Activities are free, in person and held from 1-2 p.m., except where noted.
Arthritis: Why Do My Joints Hurt?
Learn about forms of arthritis, who it affects, if there’s a cure and how to keep moving. Presented by Dr. Carlos Martinez, CAM Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation.
Register with course #27722. Wednesday, July 12. Hybrid.
Understanding Social Isolation Series
Learn how to combat social isolation together. In collaboration with the Senior Citizen’s Commission, join this seasonal series to learn and build tools to help improve the quality of life for the senior community.
This season, licensed clinical social worker Rika Granger, Rockville’s community services manager, will discuss mental health for seniors. Register with course #27765. Thursday, July 13, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free and in person at the senior center.
Your Personal Safety
The Rockville City Police Department discusses personal and vehicle safety, and preventing credit card fraud. Register with course #28345. Thursday, July 13. Hybrid.
Mindfulness and Meditation as Medicine
Meditating each day and focusing on your mind can reduce stress, pain and feelings of sadness. Avani Prabhakar will discuss, then lead, a guided mindfulness-of-body meditation. Register with course #27718. Thursday, July 27. Online.
Stroke: Symptoms and Rehab
Stroke is the leading cause of serious adult disability in the United States. Join Dr. Carlos Martinez of CAM Physical Therapy to learn about signs and symptoms, when to call 911, and rehabilitation. Register with course #27723. Wednesday, Aug. 9. Hybrid.
Residential Security
The Rockville City Police Department discusses safety in your home, including preventing theft and burglary, computer safety and identity-theft prevention. Register with course #27721. Thursday, Aug. 10. Hybrid.
What is Targeted Therapy for Cancer?
The future of oncology treatments is designing one drug to target one receptor or genetic alteration, resulting in a highly specific anti-cancer effect. Presented by Dr. Mark Goldstein. Register with course #27713. Wednesday, Aug. 16, 12:15-1 p.m. Hybrid.
Contain the Pain of Arthritis
One in six adults experience arthritis. Dr. Hamid Hassanzadeh, division chief of Johns Hopkins orthopedic surgery in the National Capital Region, explores treatment options and pain management techniques for arthritis and degenerative disk disease. Register with course #27716. Thursday, Aug. 31. Online.
Medical Equipment Available through the Maryland Department of Aging
Need durable medical equipment or would like to donate items? Durable medical equipment includes wheelchairs, power chairs, rollators, canes, crutches and more. A container is available in the back parking lot of the senior center. For more information, call 240-314-8800.