ZOOM VIRTUAL CLASS: Growing Great Garlic Tuesday, September 22, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm This event is offered by CCE Tompkins. Growing garlic is easy and it is a great crop to add to even the smallest of gardens. The period between Halloween and Thanksgiving is the best time to plant garlic in our region. This class with Jennie Cramer, CCE Tompkins Horticulture Program Manager, will cover proven methods for growing great organic, disease-free, flavorful garlic.Instructor Jennie Cramer is the CCE Tompkins Horticulture Program Manager and coordinates the Master Gardener Volunteer Program. She is a former conservation biologist with expertise in organic gardening, regenerative agriculture, natural history, and botanical education.More info and registration here: http://ccetompkins.org/events/2020/09/22/zoom-virtual-class-growing-great-garlic $0-$20/person self-determined sliding scale; pay what you can afford ========================================= VIRTUAL Personnel & Finance Committee Meeting Wednesday, September 23, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 CCE Sullivan prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, all CCE Sullivan public activities are postponed until further notice. This includes 4-H, Caregiver Resource Center, and Catskills Kitchen activities. We will announce new dates as soon as we have them. Please visit the NYSDOH or CDC COVID-19 website for information on broad preventive measures for you and your family.  Be well!*Contact sullivan@cornell.edu for connection information*Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County Personnel and Finance Committee meets on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 5:00 pm, unless otherwise noted.All meetings are open to the public. Colleen Monaghan, cm638@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 106 ========================================= VIRTUAL Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, September 23, 2020 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm CCE Sullivan prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, all CCE Sullivan public activities are postponed until further notice. This includes 4-H, Caregiver Resource Center, and Catskills Kitchen activities. We will announce new dates as soon as we have them. Please visit the NYSDOH or CDC COVID-19 website for information on broad preventive measures for you and your family. Be well!Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County Board of Directors meets on the fourth Wednesday of every other month at 6:00 pm, unless otherwise noted.*Snow dates will be every following Wednesday.All meetings are open to the public.Meetings are currently held via Zoom and are open to the public. Connection information can be requested from sullivan@cornell.edu or by calling or texting 845-798-1258. Colleen Monaghan, cm638@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 106 ========================================= ZOOM VIRTUAL CLASS: Improving Your Garden Soil Tuesday, September 29, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm This event is offered by CCE Tompkins. Learn tips and tools for working in all kinds of soil, including our area's tricky, clay soils. Main topics include: improving your soil fertility, tilth, microbial and fungal diversity, using tools such as sheet mulching, compost and vermi-compost, cover crops, compost teas and juices, biochar, broad forking, double digging, and more. In addition, we'll take a look at different styles of compost bins and tumblers and chat about the pros and cons of each.More info and registration here: http://ccetompkins.org/events/2020/09/29/zoom-vir... $0-$20/person self-determined sliding scale; pay what you can afford ========================================= Living Healthy, Living Well Wednesday, September 30, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Do you have an ongoing health problem like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or lung disease? Does it stop you from doing the things you enjoy?Learn what you can do to feel better and take control of your health! This self-management education workshop originally developed at Stanford University Patient Education Research Center and approved by the CDC, can help with a variety of chronic or ongoing health problems like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, and lung disease.  It can help you learn ways to:Reduce symptoms like pain and fatigueGet around more easilyFeel less tired and less depressedTalk to their doctors more easilyBev more confident they and manage their own healthAnd do more things on your own ~ improving your quality of life!All graduates will receive a toolkit and the book: "Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions" (a valuable resource for each participant as they travel on the path to better health and towards an improved quality of living).Supported through our partnership with the Alzheimer's Association Hudson Valley Chapter and the NYS Office for the Aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.Registration is required in advance.  Free Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= How Deer Affect Your Woods Online Presentation Wednesday, September 30, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm This event is offered by CCE Broome County. Kristi Sullivan, Wildlife Biologist at Cornell University, will discuss the effects deer are having on New York’s woodlands, and share clues you can use to determine the degree to which deer are affecting a particular forest. Learn how deer browsing affects the health and future of your forest and the plants and animals that live there. Find out how you can get use AVID, a citizen science method to Assess Vegetation Impacts from Deer aviddeer.com, to learn if deer are affecting your woods.After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.Co-sponsored by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Broome County and Waterman Conservation Education Center.Contact: Christopher Audette, Director, Waterman Conservation Education Center403 Hilton Road, Apalachin, NY 13732e-mail: director@watermancenter.orgMore info and registration here: http://ccebroomecounty.com/events/2020/09/30/how-deer-affect-your-woods-online-presentation Free ========================================= CANCELLED: Thursdays in the Garden Thursday, October 1, 2020 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 CCE Sullivan prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, all CCE Sullivan public activities are postponed until further notice. This includes 4-H, Caregiver Resource Center, and Catskills Kitchen activities. We will announce new dates as soon as we have them. Please visit the NYSDOH or CDC COVID-19 website for information on broad preventive measures for you and your family. Be well! Be well!Garden and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to volunteer in service through horticulture and have fun outside.Activities will include: Tree PruningDividing PerennialsTransplantingWeed IDPollinatorsThursdays in the Garden are every Thursday 10:00 am-4:00 pm. Drop in as you can! Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is appreciated.  FREE! Brenda Miller, blm254@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 123 ========================================= Powerful Tools for Caregivers Monday, October 5, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Power Tools for Caregivers will be will have six class sessions via Zoom. Family caregivers, by taking care of your own health and well-being, you become a better caregiver. Six class sessions are held once a week led by experienced class leaders Bonnie Lewis and Liliam Stettner. Class participants will have access to The Caregiver Helpbook and additional caregiver resources. The class will give you tools to help:Reduce StressImprove Self-ConfidenceManage Time, Set Goals, and Solve ProblemsBetter Communicate Their Feelings Locate Helpful ResourcesMake Tough DecisionsAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. Participants are encouraged to attend all six classes.  Free Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= ZOOM VIRTUAL CLASS: Dividing Perennials Tuesday, October 6, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm This event is offered by CCE Tompkins. Join this class on dividing perennials and propagating shrubs with cutting and layering. We will talk about techniques appropriate for many fruiting bushes, ornamental shrubs, and herbaceous perennials that are simple straightforward and can be done with the tools you already have in your gardens THIS season!Mila Fournier is a garden designer and educator with two decades of design experience that started with guerilla gardening in Brooklyn and has moved her through designing some of the most sophisticated gardens in NYC. Once in Ithaca, Mila has worked as an educator, designer, and horticultural consultant, including managing Ithaca Children's Garden and helping large developers create beautiful landscapes and habitats to offset new construction.More info and registration here: http://ccetompkins.org/events/2020/10/06/zoom-vir... $0-$20/person self-determined sliding scale, pay what you can afford ========================================= Dementia Conversations Wednesday, October 7, 2020 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 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.Common difficult discussions include: Going to the doctor. When to stop driving.Making legal and financial plans.      This program provided by a grant from the Alzheimer's Association, Hudson Valley/Rockland/Westchester, NY Chapter. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Living Healthy, Living Well Wednesday, October 7, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Do you have an ongoing health problem like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or lung disease? Does it stop you from doing the things you enjoy?Learn what you can do to feel better and take control of your health! This self-management education workshop originally developed at Stanford University Patient Education Research Center and approved by the CDC, can help with a variety of chronic or ongoing health problems like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, and lung disease.  It can help you learn ways to:Reduce symptoms like pain and fatigueGet around more easilyFeel less tired and less depressedTalk to their doctors more easilyBev more confident they and manage their own healthAnd do more things on your own ~ improving your quality of life!All graduates will receive a toolkit and the book: "Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions" (a valuable resource for each participant as they travel on the path to better health and towards an improved quality of living).Supported through our partnership with the Alzheimer's Association Hudson Valley Chapter and the NYS Office for the Aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.Registration is required in advance.  Free Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= AKC S.T.A.R Puppy Program Wednesday, October 7, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 According to Michigan State University research; Youth who have a dog in their household benefit with increased self-esteem, when a pet shows unconditional love, it boosts a child's self-esteem. Being responsible also develops self-esteem in young children. Having a dog also often requires a gentle touch and learning about boundaries. This will develop respect for others in young children which is a difficult skill to learn at a young age.Youth will learn about the needs of their puppy, begin developing a relationship with their dog, start in the beginning stages of basic obedience training, and be able to socialize their puppies in a safe environment.  Develop a relationship between the youth handler and their puppyStart socialization with other dogs and peopleBegin training the dog in sit, down, stay Develop an activity schedule for the dogIntro to Canine Good Citizen program. If all 6 weeks are completed, participants will have the opportunity to take the STAR Puppy test.Dogs must be under 1 yr to be eligible for this program. Attendance is required at all 6 classes to earn the STAR Puppy certificate.When an evaluator signs a dog’s CGC test, the evaluator is essentially attesting that the dog was observed to perform all of the skills at a specific test. Although we can try our very best to be responsible, there are no guarantees for the future behavior of animals or humans. Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations. Registration is requested in advance online. *Participants are required to adhere to 6ft apart physical distance standards, wear face coverings that cover the mouth and nose, and sign an Acknowledgement of Risk to attend all CCE Sullivan in-person programs.*This event will be in the CCE Parking lot.  $30 per Partcipant Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Virtual: Family Caregiver Support Group Wednesday, October 7, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Family caregivers are welcome to join a weekly support group providing a safe, non-judgmental environment in which caregivers can talk openly with each other about their issues and concerns. Hosted by the Caregiver Resource Center, this program of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County is in partnership with the Office for the Aging. The CRC provides caregivers with information, assistance and counseling, support groups, and trainings. The weekly Zoom meetings are held Wednesdays at 6:30pm and caregivers need to register in advance and they will then be able to attend all future meetings. Caregivers may join in either by phone or by computer. There will be no meetings: on 7/1, 9/30, 11/11, 11/25, 12/23 and 12/30Register in advance for this meeting:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIuc-CgqDkjH9W_bfWE7zx33LFkByWHt5eQ or contacting Bonnie Lewis, Dependent Care Educator at bjl25@cornell.edu. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Bonnie Lewis, RN, bjl25@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 122 ========================================= CANCELLED: Thursdays in the Garden Thursday, October 8, 2020 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 CCE Sullivan prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, all CCE Sullivan public activities are postponed until further notice. This includes 4-H, Caregiver Resource Center, and Catskills Kitchen activities. We will announce new dates as soon as we have them. Please visit the NYSDOH or CDC COVID-19 website for information on broad preventive measures for you and your family. Be well! Be well!Garden and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to volunteer in service through horticulture and have fun outside.Activities will include: Tree PruningDividing PerennialsTransplantingWeed IDPollinatorsThursdays in the Garden are every Thursday 10:00 am-4:00 pm. Drop in as you can! Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is appreciated.  FREE! Brenda Miller, blm254@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 123 ========================================= Powerful Tools for Caregivers Monday, October 12, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Power Tools for Caregivers will be will have six class sessions via Zoom. Family caregivers, by taking care of your own health and well-being, you become a better caregiver. Six class sessions are held once a week led by experienced class leaders Bonnie Lewis and Liliam Stettner. Class participants will have access to The Caregiver Helpbook and additional caregiver resources. The class will give you tools to help:Reduce StressImprove Self-ConfidenceManage Time, Set Goals, and Solve ProblemsBetter Communicate Their Feelings Locate Helpful ResourcesMake Tough DecisionsAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. Participants are encouraged to attend all six classes.  Free Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Virtual: Alzheimer’s Disease Caregivers Support Group Monday, October 12, 2020 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm This Alzheimer's Support Group will be a virtual meeting on ZOOM. Do you care for a loved one who is confused, disoriented, sleeping poorly, or is demonstrating difficult behaviors such as anxiety, agitation, aggression, or wandering? Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County’s Caregiver Resource Center, in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter, hosts two monthly meetings for caregivers assisting an individual with Alzheimer's disease or any form of dementia. These virtual meetings are being conducted by ZOOM conferencing and participants can join by phone or internet. The groups provide an opportunity to chat with others who can offer helpful suggestions and a safe space to share.Meetings are offered on the second Monday of the month at 4 p.m. *(We will return to Action Toward Independence in the future when COVID-19 safety measures allow it).Register in advance for this meeting by email at bjl25@cornell.edu or at https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEtduytqDMqHNBoXa6Bk5TNDItQk8G70w6K. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing the information about how to joining these meetings.* Meeting will be on the 3rd Monday for November.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations. Free! Bonnie Lewis, RN, bjl25@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 122 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Tuesday, October 13, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimer's Disease Tuesday, October 13, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm The diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease makes planning for the future more important than ever. Concerns about care provision and programs that can help offset costs mean that families need accurate information about legal and financial planning specific to the disease.Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimer’s Disease , provided by guest lecturer Attorney-At-Law Martin Hersh, NAELA, is a program where you will have a chance to learn about important legal and financial issues to consider, how to put plans in place, and how to access legal and financial resources near you.Topics covered will include: Making legal plans that fit your needs Legal documents you’ll need and what they mean for all of you How to find legal and financial assistance Practical strategies for making a long-term plan of care Tax deductions and credits Government programs that can help pay for careSupported through our partnership with the Alzheimer's Association Hudson Valley Chapter and the NYS Office for the Aging. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.Registration is required in advance.  Free Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Winterizing Your Garden Tuesday, October 13, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm This event is offered by CCE Tompkins. The key to GREAT Spring gardening is good Fall preparation! Learn how to "put your garden to bed" for the winter: prepare your property and protect your soil from winter cold and spring rains, ensure optimal nutrition and soil tilth for great gardening the rest of the year. More info and registration here: http://ccetompkins.org/events/2017/11/09/winteriz... $10-$20/person self-determined sliding scale, no one will be turned away. ========================================= Living Healthy, Living Well Wednesday, October 14, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Do you have an ongoing health problem like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or lung disease? Does it stop you from doing the things you enjoy?Learn what you can do to feel better and take control of your health! This self-management education workshop originally developed at Stanford University Patient Education Research Center and approved by the CDC, can help with a variety of chronic or ongoing health problems like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, and lung disease.  It can help you learn ways to:Reduce symptoms like pain and fatigueGet around more easilyFeel less tired and less depressedTalk to their doctors more easilyBev more confident they and manage their own healthAnd do more things on your own ~ improving your quality of life!All graduates will receive a toolkit and the book: "Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions" (a valuable resource for each participant as they travel on the path to better health and towards an improved quality of living).Supported through our partnership with the Alzheimer's Association Hudson Valley Chapter and the NYS Office for the Aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.Registration is required in advance.  Free Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= AKC S.T.A.R Puppy Program Wednesday, October 14, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 According to Michigan State University research; Youth who have a dog in their household benefit with increased self-esteem, when a pet shows unconditional love, it boosts a child's self-esteem. Being responsible also develops self-esteem in young children. Having a dog also often requires a gentle touch and learning about boundaries. This will develop respect for others in young children which is a difficult skill to learn at a young age.Youth will learn about the needs of their puppy, begin developing a relationship with their dog, start in the beginning stages of basic obedience training, and be able to socialize their puppies in a safe environment.  Develop a relationship between the youth handler and their puppyStart socialization with other dogs and peopleBegin training the dog in sit, down, stay Develop an activity schedule for the dogIntro to Canine Good Citizen program. If all 6 weeks are completed, participants will have the opportunity to take the STAR Puppy test.Dogs must be under 1 yr to be eligible for this program. Attendance is required at all 6 classes to earn the STAR Puppy certificate.When an evaluator signs a dog’s CGC test, the evaluator is essentially attesting that the dog was observed to perform all of the skills at a specific test. Although we can try our very best to be responsible, there are no guarantees for the future behavior of animals or humans. Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations. Registration is requested in advance online. *Participants are required to adhere to 6ft apart physical distance standards, wear face coverings that cover the mouth and nose, and sign an Acknowledgement of Risk to attend all CCE Sullivan in-person programs.*This event will be in the CCE Parking lot.  $30 per Partcipant Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Virtual: Family Caregiver Support Group Wednesday, October 14, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Family caregivers are welcome to join a weekly support group providing a safe, non-judgmental environment in which caregivers can talk openly with each other about their issues and concerns. Hosted by the Caregiver Resource Center, this program of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County is in partnership with the Office for the Aging. The CRC provides caregivers with information, assistance and counseling, support groups, and trainings. The weekly Zoom meetings are held Wednesdays at 6:30pm and caregivers need to register in advance and they will then be able to attend all future meetings. Caregivers may join in either by phone or by computer. There will be no meetings: on 7/1, 9/30, 11/11, 11/25, 12/23 and 12/30Register in advance for this meeting:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIuc-CgqDkjH9W_bfWE7zx33LFkByWHt5eQ or contacting Bonnie Lewis, Dependent Care Educator at bjl25@cornell.edu. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Bonnie Lewis, RN, bjl25@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 122 ========================================= CANCELLED: Thursdays in the Garden Thursday, October 15, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 CCE Sullivan prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, all CCE Sullivan public activities are postponed until further notice. This includes 4-H, Caregiver Resource Center, and Catskills Kitchen activities. We will announce new dates as soon as we have them. Please visit the NYSDOH or CDC COVID-19 website for information on broad preventive measures for you and your family. Be well! Be well!Garden and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to volunteer in service through horticulture and have fun outside.Activities will include: Tree PruningDividing PerennialsTransplantingWeed IDPollinatorsThursdays in the Garden are every Thursday 10:00 am-4:00 pm. Drop in as you can! Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is appreciated.  FREE! Brenda Miller, blm254@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 123 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Thursday, October 15, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Powerful Tools for Caregivers Monday, October 19, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Power Tools for Caregivers will be will have six class sessions via Zoom. Family caregivers, by taking care of your own health and well-being, you become a better caregiver. Six class sessions are held once a week led by experienced class leaders Bonnie Lewis and Liliam Stettner. Class participants will have access to The Caregiver Helpbook and additional caregiver resources. The class will give you tools to help:Reduce StressImprove Self-ConfidenceManage Time, Set Goals, and Solve ProblemsBetter Communicate Their Feelings Locate Helpful ResourcesMake Tough DecisionsAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. Participants are encouraged to attend all six classes.  Free Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Tuesday, October 20, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= ZOOM Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group Tuesday, October 20, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Do you care for a loved one who is confused, disoriented, sleeping poorly, or is demonstrating difficult behaviors (such as anxiety, agitation, aggression, or wandering)? The Caregiver Resource Center of Sullivan County, in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter, hosts two monthly meetings for caregivers assisting an individual with Alzheimer's disease or any form of dementia. These virtual meetings are currently conducted by ZOOM conferencing and participants can join by phone or internet. The groups provide an opportunity to chat with others who can offer helpful suggestions and a safe space to share.Caregivers must register in advance for this meeting.Please email the Caregiver Resource Center at bjl25@cornell.edu or at https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/vpMpf-uprD0rvAhYtWneeryproPbd-Rg_A.After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing the information about how to joining these meetings.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations. Free! Bonnie Lewis, RN, bjl25@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 122 ========================================= Living Healthy, Living Well Wednesday, October 21, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Do you have an ongoing health problem like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or lung disease? Does it stop you from doing the things you enjoy?Learn what you can do to feel better and take control of your health! This self-management education workshop originally developed at Stanford University Patient Education Research Center and approved by the CDC, can help with a variety of chronic or ongoing health problems like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, and lung disease.  It can help you learn ways to:Reduce symptoms like pain and fatigueGet around more easilyFeel less tired and less depressedTalk to their doctors more easilyBev more confident they and manage their own healthAnd do more things on your own ~ improving your quality of life!All graduates will receive a toolkit and the book: "Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions" (a valuable resource for each participant as they travel on the path to better health and towards an improved quality of living).Supported through our partnership with the Alzheimer's Association Hudson Valley Chapter and the NYS Office for the Aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.Registration is required in advance.  Free Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= AKC S.T.A.R Puppy Program Wednesday, October 21, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 According to Michigan State University research; Youth who have a dog in their household benefit with increased self-esteem, when a pet shows unconditional love, it boosts a child's self-esteem. Being responsible also develops self-esteem in young children. Having a dog also often requires a gentle touch and learning about boundaries. This will develop respect for others in young children which is a difficult skill to learn at a young age.Youth will learn about the needs of their puppy, begin developing a relationship with their dog, start in the beginning stages of basic obedience training, and be able to socialize their puppies in a safe environment.  Develop a relationship between the youth handler and their puppyStart socialization with other dogs and peopleBegin training the dog in sit, down, stay Develop an activity schedule for the dogIntro to Canine Good Citizen program. If all 6 weeks are completed, participants will have the opportunity to take the STAR Puppy test.Dogs must be under 1 yr to be eligible for this program. Attendance is required at all 6 classes to earn the STAR Puppy certificate.When an evaluator signs a dog’s CGC test, the evaluator is essentially attesting that the dog was observed to perform all of the skills at a specific test. Although we can try our very best to be responsible, there are no guarantees for the future behavior of animals or humans. Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations. Registration is requested in advance online. *Participants are required to adhere to 6ft apart physical distance standards, wear face coverings that cover the mouth and nose, and sign an Acknowledgement of Risk to attend all CCE Sullivan in-person programs.*This event will be in the CCE Parking lot.  $30 per Partcipant Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Virtual: Family Caregiver Support Group Wednesday, October 21, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Family caregivers are welcome to join a weekly support group providing a safe, non-judgmental environment in which caregivers can talk openly with each other about their issues and concerns. Hosted by the Caregiver Resource Center, this program of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County is in partnership with the Office for the Aging. The CRC provides caregivers with information, assistance and counseling, support groups, and trainings. The weekly Zoom meetings are held Wednesdays at 6:30pm and caregivers need to register in advance and they will then be able to attend all future meetings. Caregivers may join in either by phone or by computer. There will be no meetings: on 7/1, 9/30, 11/11, 11/25, 12/23 and 12/30Register in advance for this meeting:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIuc-CgqDkjH9W_bfWE7zx33LFkByWHt5eQ or contacting Bonnie Lewis, Dependent Care Educator at bjl25@cornell.edu. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Bonnie Lewis, RN, bjl25@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 122 ========================================= CANCELLED: Thursdays in the Garden Thursday, October 22, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 CCE Sullivan prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, all CCE Sullivan public activities are postponed until further notice. This includes 4-H, Caregiver Resource Center, and Catskills Kitchen activities. We will announce new dates as soon as we have them. Please visit the NYSDOH or CDC COVID-19 website for information on broad preventive measures for you and your family. Be well! Be well!Garden and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to volunteer in service through horticulture and have fun outside.Activities will include: Tree PruningDividing PerennialsTransplantingWeed IDPollinatorsThursdays in the Garden are every Thursday 10:00 am-4:00 pm. Drop in as you can! Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is appreciated.  FREE! Brenda Miller, blm254@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 123 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Thursday, October 22, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Powerful Tools for Caregivers Monday, October 26, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Power Tools for Caregivers will be will have six class sessions via Zoom. Family caregivers, by taking care of your own health and well-being, you become a better caregiver. Six class sessions are held once a week led by experienced class leaders Bonnie Lewis and Liliam Stettner. Class participants will have access to The Caregiver Helpbook and additional caregiver resources. The class will give you tools to help:Reduce StressImprove Self-ConfidenceManage Time, Set Goals, and Solve ProblemsBetter Communicate Their Feelings Locate Helpful ResourcesMake Tough DecisionsAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. Participants are encouraged to attend all six classes.  Free Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Understanding & Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors Monday, October 26, 2020 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm During the middle stage of dementia, the person with the disease often starts to exhibit new behaviors that can be confusing for a caregiver. These behaviors are a form of communication and are essential to understanding the needs of the person with dementia.To help caregivers decipher behaviors and determine how best to respond, the Alzheimer’s Association offers the Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior program. By the end of the session, attendees will be able to: Identify common triggers for behaviors associated with dementia. Explain the process for assessing and identifying challenging behaviors.List strategies to address some common dementia-related behaviors. Through practical information, resources, and interviews with experts, this program will help caregivers to address the challenges of dementia-related behavior. his program provided by a grant from the Alzheimer's Association, Hudson Valley/Rockland/Westchester, NY Chapter. Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Tuesday, October 27, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Living Healthy, Living Well Wednesday, October 28, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Do you have an ongoing health problem like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or lung disease? Does it stop you from doing the things you enjoy?Learn what you can do to feel better and take control of your health! This self-management education workshop originally developed at Stanford University Patient Education Research Center and approved by the CDC, can help with a variety of chronic or ongoing health problems like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, and lung disease.  It can help you learn ways to:Reduce symptoms like pain and fatigueGet around more easilyFeel less tired and less depressedTalk to their doctors more easilyBev more confident they and manage their own healthAnd do more things on your own ~ improving your quality of life!All graduates will receive a toolkit and the book: "Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions" (a valuable resource for each participant as they travel on the path to better health and towards an improved quality of living).Supported through our partnership with the Alzheimer's Association Hudson Valley Chapter and the NYS Office for the Aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.Registration is required in advance.  Free Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= AKC S.T.A.R Puppy Program Wednesday, October 28, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 According to Michigan State University research; Youth who have a dog in their household benefit with increased self-esteem, when a pet shows unconditional love, it boosts a child's self-esteem. Being responsible also develops self-esteem in young children. Having a dog also often requires a gentle touch and learning about boundaries. This will develop respect for others in young children which is a difficult skill to learn at a young age.Youth will learn about the needs of their puppy, begin developing a relationship with their dog, start in the beginning stages of basic obedience training, and be able to socialize their puppies in a safe environment.  Develop a relationship between the youth handler and their puppyStart socialization with other dogs and peopleBegin training the dog in sit, down, stay Develop an activity schedule for the dogIntro to Canine Good Citizen program. If all 6 weeks are completed, participants will have the opportunity to take the STAR Puppy test.Dogs must be under 1 yr to be eligible for this program. Attendance is required at all 6 classes to earn the STAR Puppy certificate.When an evaluator signs a dog’s CGC test, the evaluator is essentially attesting that the dog was observed to perform all of the skills at a specific test. Although we can try our very best to be responsible, there are no guarantees for the future behavior of animals or humans. Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations. Registration is requested in advance online. *Participants are required to adhere to 6ft apart physical distance standards, wear face coverings that cover the mouth and nose, and sign an Acknowledgement of Risk to attend all CCE Sullivan in-person programs.*This event will be in the CCE Parking lot.  $30 per Partcipant Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= VIRTUAL Personnel & Finance Committee Meeting Wednesday, October 28, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 CCE Sullivan prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, all CCE Sullivan public activities are postponed until further notice. This includes 4-H, Caregiver Resource Center, and Catskills Kitchen activities. We will announce new dates as soon as we have them. Please visit the NYSDOH or CDC COVID-19 website for information on broad preventive measures for you and your family.  Be well!*Contact sullivan@cornell.edu for connection information*Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County Personnel and Finance Committee meets on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 5:00 pm, unless otherwise noted.All meetings are open to the public. Colleen Monaghan, cm638@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 106 ========================================= Virtual: Family Caregiver Support Group Wednesday, October 28, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Family caregivers are welcome to join a weekly support group providing a safe, non-judgmental environment in which caregivers can talk openly with each other about their issues and concerns. Hosted by the Caregiver Resource Center, this program of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County is in partnership with the Office for the Aging. The CRC provides caregivers with information, assistance and counseling, support groups, and trainings. The weekly Zoom meetings are held Wednesdays at 6:30pm and caregivers need to register in advance and they will then be able to attend all future meetings. Caregivers may join in either by phone or by computer. There will be no meetings: on 7/1, 9/30, 11/11, 11/25, 12/23 and 12/30Register in advance for this meeting:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIuc-CgqDkjH9W_bfWE7zx33LFkByWHt5eQ or contacting Bonnie Lewis, Dependent Care Educator at bjl25@cornell.edu. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Bonnie Lewis, RN, bjl25@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 122 ========================================= CANCELLED: Thursdays in the Garden Thursday, October 29, 2020 12:00 pm - 12:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 CCE Sullivan prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, all CCE Sullivan public activities are postponed until further notice. This includes 4-H, Caregiver Resource Center, and Catskills Kitchen activities. We will announce new dates as soon as we have them. Please visit the NYSDOH or CDC COVID-19 website for information on broad preventive measures for you and your family. Be well! Be well!Garden and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to volunteer in service through horticulture and have fun outside.Activities will include: Tree PruningDividing PerennialsTransplantingWeed IDPollinatorsThursdays in the Garden are every Thursday 10:00 am-4:00 pm. Drop in as you can! Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is appreciated.  FREE! Brenda Miller, blm254@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 123 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Thursday, October 29, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Powerful Tools for Caregivers Monday, November 2, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Power Tools for Caregivers will be will have six class sessions via Zoom. Family caregivers, by taking care of your own health and well-being, you become a better caregiver. Six class sessions are held once a week led by experienced class leaders Bonnie Lewis and Liliam Stettner. Class participants will have access to The Caregiver Helpbook and additional caregiver resources. The class will give you tools to help:Reduce StressImprove Self-ConfidenceManage Time, Set Goals, and Solve ProblemsBetter Communicate Their Feelings Locate Helpful ResourcesMake Tough DecisionsAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. Participants are encouraged to attend all six classes.  Free Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed- 1/2 Day Tuesday, November 3, 2020 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm The CCESC office will be closed for the second half of the day in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day.  Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Tuesday, November 3, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Living Healthy, Living Well Wednesday, November 4, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Do you have an ongoing health problem like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, or lung disease? Does it stop you from doing the things you enjoy?Learn what you can do to feel better and take control of your health! This self-management education workshop originally developed at Stanford University Patient Education Research Center and approved by the CDC, can help with a variety of chronic or ongoing health problems like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, and lung disease.  It can help you learn ways to:Reduce symptoms like pain and fatigueGet around more easilyFeel less tired and less depressedTalk to their doctors more easilyBev more confident they and manage their own healthAnd do more things on your own ~ improving your quality of life!All graduates will receive a toolkit and the book: "Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions" (a valuable resource for each participant as they travel on the path to better health and towards an improved quality of living).Supported through our partnership with the Alzheimer's Association Hudson Valley Chapter and the NYS Office for the Aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.Registration is required in advance.  Free Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= AKC S.T.A.R Puppy Program Wednesday, November 4, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 According to Michigan State University research; Youth who have a dog in their household benefit with increased self-esteem, when a pet shows unconditional love, it boosts a child's self-esteem. Being responsible also develops self-esteem in young children. Having a dog also often requires a gentle touch and learning about boundaries. This will develop respect for others in young children which is a difficult skill to learn at a young age.Youth will learn about the needs of their puppy, begin developing a relationship with their dog, start in the beginning stages of basic obedience training, and be able to socialize their puppies in a safe environment.  Develop a relationship between the youth handler and their puppyStart socialization with other dogs and peopleBegin training the dog in sit, down, stay Develop an activity schedule for the dogIntro to Canine Good Citizen program. If all 6 weeks are completed, participants will have the opportunity to take the STAR Puppy test.Dogs must be under 1 yr to be eligible for this program. Attendance is required at all 6 classes to earn the STAR Puppy certificate.When an evaluator signs a dog’s CGC test, the evaluator is essentially attesting that the dog was observed to perform all of the skills at a specific test. Although we can try our very best to be responsible, there are no guarantees for the future behavior of animals or humans. Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations. Registration is requested in advance online. *Participants are required to adhere to 6ft apart physical distance standards, wear face coverings that cover the mouth and nose, and sign an Acknowledgement of Risk to attend all CCE Sullivan in-person programs.*This event will be in the CCE Parking lot.  $30 per Partcipant Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Virtual: Family Caregiver Support Group Wednesday, November 4, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Family caregivers are welcome to join a weekly support group providing a safe, non-judgmental environment in which caregivers can talk openly with each other about their issues and concerns. Hosted by the Caregiver Resource Center, this program of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County is in partnership with the Office for the Aging. The CRC provides caregivers with information, assistance and counseling, support groups, and trainings. The weekly Zoom meetings are held Wednesdays at 6:30pm and caregivers need to register in advance and they will then be able to attend all future meetings. Caregivers may join in either by phone or by computer. There will be no meetings: on 7/1, 9/30, 11/11, 11/25, 12/23 and 12/30Register in advance for this meeting:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIuc-CgqDkjH9W_bfWE7zx33LFkByWHt5eQ or contacting Bonnie Lewis, Dependent Care Educator at bjl25@cornell.edu. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Bonnie Lewis, RN, bjl25@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 122 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Thursday, November 5, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Tuesday, November 10, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Wednesday, November 11, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day.  Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= AKC S.T.A.R Puppy Program Wednesday, November 11, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 According to Michigan State University research; Youth who have a dog in their household benefit with increased self-esteem, when a pet shows unconditional love, it boosts a child's self-esteem. Being responsible also develops self-esteem in young children. Having a dog also often requires a gentle touch and learning about boundaries. This will develop respect for others in young children which is a difficult skill to learn at a young age.Youth will learn about the needs of their puppy, begin developing a relationship with their dog, start in the beginning stages of basic obedience training, and be able to socialize their puppies in a safe environment.  Develop a relationship between the youth handler and their puppyStart socialization with other dogs and peopleBegin training the dog in sit, down, stay Develop an activity schedule for the dogIntro to Canine Good Citizen program. If all 6 weeks are completed, participants will have the opportunity to take the STAR Puppy test.Dogs must be under 1 yr to be eligible for this program. Attendance is required at all 6 classes to earn the STAR Puppy certificate.When an evaluator signs a dog’s CGC test, the evaluator is essentially attesting that the dog was observed to perform all of the skills at a specific test. Although we can try our very best to be responsible, there are no guarantees for the future behavior of animals or humans. Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations. Registration is requested in advance online. *Participants are required to adhere to 6ft apart physical distance standards, wear face coverings that cover the mouth and nose, and sign an Acknowledgement of Risk to attend all CCE Sullivan in-person programs.*This event will be in the CCE Parking lot.  $30 per Partcipant Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Thursday, November 12, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Powerful Tools for Caregivers Monday, November 16, 2020 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Power Tools for Caregivers will be will have six class sessions via Zoom. Family caregivers, by taking care of your own health and well-being, you become a better caregiver. Six class sessions are held once a week led by experienced class leaders Bonnie Lewis and Liliam Stettner. Class participants will have access to The Caregiver Helpbook and additional caregiver resources. The class will give you tools to help:Reduce StressImprove Self-ConfidenceManage Time, Set Goals, and Solve ProblemsBetter Communicate Their Feelings Locate Helpful ResourcesMake Tough DecisionsAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. Participants are encouraged to attend all six classes.  Free Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Virtual: Alzheimer’s Disease Caregivers Support Group Monday, November 16, 2020 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm This Alzheimer's Support Group will be a virtual meeting on ZOOM. Do you care for a loved one who is confused, disoriented, sleeping poorly, or is demonstrating difficult behaviors such as anxiety, agitation, aggression, or wandering? Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County’s Caregiver Resource Center, in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter, hosts two monthly meetings for caregivers assisting an individual with Alzheimer's disease or any form of dementia. These virtual meetings are being conducted by ZOOM conferencing and participants can join by phone or internet. The groups provide an opportunity to chat with others who can offer helpful suggestions and a safe space to share.Meetings are offered on the second Monday of the month at 4 p.m. *(We will return to Action Toward Independence in the future when COVID-19 safety measures allow it).Register in advance for this meeting by email at bjl25@cornell.edu or at https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEtduytqDMqHNBoXa6Bk5TNDItQk8G70w6K. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing the information about how to joining these meetings.* Meeting will be on the 3rd Monday for November.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations. Free! Bonnie Lewis, RN, bjl25@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 122 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Tuesday, November 17, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= ZOOM Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group Tuesday, November 17, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Do you care for a loved one who is confused, disoriented, sleeping poorly, or is demonstrating difficult behaviors (such as anxiety, agitation, aggression, or wandering)? The Caregiver Resource Center of Sullivan County, in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter, hosts two monthly meetings for caregivers assisting an individual with Alzheimer's disease or any form of dementia. These virtual meetings are currently conducted by ZOOM conferencing and participants can join by phone or internet. The groups provide an opportunity to chat with others who can offer helpful suggestions and a safe space to share.Caregivers must register in advance for this meeting.Please email the Caregiver Resource Center at bjl25@cornell.edu or at https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/vpMpf-uprD0rvAhYtWneeryproPbd-Rg_A.After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing the information about how to joining these meetings.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations. Free! Bonnie Lewis, RN, bjl25@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 122 ========================================= VIRTUAL Personnel & Finance Committee Meeting Wednesday, November 18, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 CCE Sullivan prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, all CCE Sullivan public activities are postponed until further notice. This includes 4-H, Caregiver Resource Center, and Catskills Kitchen activities. We will announce new dates as soon as we have them. Please visit the NYSDOH or CDC COVID-19 website for information on broad preventive measures for you and your family.  Be well!*Contact sullivan@cornell.edu for connection information*Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County Personnel and Finance Committee meets on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 5:00 pm, unless otherwise noted.All meetings are open to the public. Colleen Monaghan, cm638@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 106 ========================================= Virtual: Family Caregiver Support Group Wednesday, November 18, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Family caregivers are welcome to join a weekly support group providing a safe, non-judgmental environment in which caregivers can talk openly with each other about their issues and concerns. Hosted by the Caregiver Resource Center, this program of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County is in partnership with the Office for the Aging. The CRC provides caregivers with information, assistance and counseling, support groups, and trainings. The weekly Zoom meetings are held Wednesdays at 6:30pm and caregivers need to register in advance and they will then be able to attend all future meetings. Caregivers may join in either by phone or by computer. There will be no meetings: on 7/1, 9/30, 11/11, 11/25, 12/23 and 12/30Register in advance for this meeting:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIuc-CgqDkjH9W_bfWE7zx33LFkByWHt5eQ or contacting Bonnie Lewis, Dependent Care Educator at bjl25@cornell.edu. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Bonnie Lewis, RN, bjl25@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 122 ========================================= VIRTUAL Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, November 18, 2020 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm CCE Sullivan prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, all CCE Sullivan public activities are postponed until further notice. This includes 4-H, Caregiver Resource Center, and Catskills Kitchen activities. We will announce new dates as soon as we have them. Please visit the NYSDOH or CDC COVID-19 website for information on broad preventive measures for you and your family. Be well!Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County Board of Directors meets on the fourth Wednesday of every other month at 6:00 pm, unless otherwise noted.*Snow dates will be every following Wednesday.All meetings are open to the public.Meetings are currently held via Zoom and are open to the public. Connection information can be requested from sullivan@cornell.edu or by calling or texting 845-798-1258. Colleen Monaghan, cm638@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 106 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Thursday, November 19, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Thursday, November 26, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day.  Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Friday, November 27, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day.  Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Tuesday, December 1, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Virtual: Family Caregiver Support Group Wednesday, December 2, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Family caregivers are welcome to join a weekly support group providing a safe, non-judgmental environment in which caregivers can talk openly with each other about their issues and concerns. Hosted by the Caregiver Resource Center, this program of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County is in partnership with the Office for the Aging. The CRC provides caregivers with information, assistance and counseling, support groups, and trainings. The weekly Zoom meetings are held Wednesdays at 6:30pm and caregivers need to register in advance and they will then be able to attend all future meetings. Caregivers may join in either by phone or by computer. There will be no meetings: on 7/1, 9/30, 11/11, 11/25, 12/23 and 12/30Register in advance for this meeting:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIuc-CgqDkjH9W_bfWE7zx33LFkByWHt5eQ or contacting Bonnie Lewis, Dependent Care Educator at bjl25@cornell.edu. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Bonnie Lewis, RN, bjl25@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 122 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Thursday, December 3, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Tuesday, December 8, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Virtual: Family Caregiver Support Group Wednesday, December 9, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Family caregivers are welcome to join a weekly support group providing a safe, non-judgmental environment in which caregivers can talk openly with each other about their issues and concerns. Hosted by the Caregiver Resource Center, this program of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County is in partnership with the Office for the Aging. The CRC provides caregivers with information, assistance and counseling, support groups, and trainings. The weekly Zoom meetings are held Wednesdays at 6:30pm and caregivers need to register in advance and they will then be able to attend all future meetings. Caregivers may join in either by phone or by computer. There will be no meetings: on 7/1, 9/30, 11/11, 11/25, 12/23 and 12/30Register in advance for this meeting:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIuc-CgqDkjH9W_bfWE7zx33LFkByWHt5eQ or contacting Bonnie Lewis, Dependent Care Educator at bjl25@cornell.edu. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Bonnie Lewis, RN, bjl25@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 122 ========================================= Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Thursday, December 10, 2020 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm These classes will be offered using Zoom.This gentle Sun Style form of Tai Chi, approved by the U.S. CDC, has been shown to reduce falls by as much as 70% if practiced routinely. An ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, smooth, and graceful movements) Tai Chi helps to increase strength, balance, and posture. With continued practice, Tai Chi helps to prevent falls. Tai Chi also helps to reduce stress!The one-hour class includes 10-15 minutes of warmup exercises followed by learning and practicing the basic six Tai Chi movements. Tai Chi is performed while standing; participants may use a chair if balance, strength, or pain is an issue. Workshop materials for Tai Chi for Arthritis program (handouts) will be sent electronically to participants per NYS DOH Fall Prevention Program guidelines. Participants will view both class leader and Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD 's creator Dr. Paul Lam demonstrate the warmups and the basic movements. Participants will be required to: Wear supportive footwear (no flipflops/clogs) with good soles Practice area in their home requires at least 3'x5' that is free of barriers or clutter and has smooth flooring without scatter rugs (no fall hazards) A computer, laptop, tablet or phone with both audio and video capabilities to be able to view and listen to the instructor.This program is supported through funding from the NYS and Sullivan county offices for the aging.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations.This program is free. Registration is requested in advance online. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Free! Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Virtual: Alzheimer’s Disease Caregivers Support Group Monday, December 14, 2020 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm This Alzheimer's Support Group will be a virtual meeting on ZOOM. Do you care for a loved one who is confused, disoriented, sleeping poorly, or is demonstrating difficult behaviors such as anxiety, agitation, aggression, or wandering? Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County’s Caregiver Resource Center, in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter, hosts two monthly meetings for caregivers assisting an individual with Alzheimer's disease or any form of dementia. These virtual meetings are being conducted by ZOOM conferencing and participants can join by phone or internet. The groups provide an opportunity to chat with others who can offer helpful suggestions and a safe space to share.Meetings are offered on the second Monday of the month at 4 p.m. *(We will return to Action Toward Independence in the future when COVID-19 safety measures allow it).Register in advance for this meeting by email at bjl25@cornell.edu or at https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEtduytqDMqHNBoXa6Bk5TNDItQk8G70w6K. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing the information about how to joining these meetings.* Meeting will be on the 3rd Monday for November.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations. Free! Bonnie Lewis, RN, bjl25@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 122 ========================================= ZOOM Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group Tuesday, December 15, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Do you care for a loved one who is confused, disoriented, sleeping poorly, or is demonstrating difficult behaviors (such as anxiety, agitation, aggression, or wandering)? The Caregiver Resource Center of Sullivan County, in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter, hosts two monthly meetings for caregivers assisting an individual with Alzheimer's disease or any form of dementia. These virtual meetings are currently conducted by ZOOM conferencing and participants can join by phone or internet. The groups provide an opportunity to chat with others who can offer helpful suggestions and a safe space to share.Caregivers must register in advance for this meeting.Please email the Caregiver Resource Center at bjl25@cornell.edu or at https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/vpMpf-uprD0rvAhYtWneeryproPbd-Rg_A.After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing the information about how to joining these meetings.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities and provides equal program and employment opportunities.Contact the CCESC office to request any special accommodations. Free! Bonnie Lewis, RN, bjl25@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 122 ========================================= Virtual: Family Caregiver Support Group Wednesday, December 16, 2020 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Family caregivers are welcome to join a weekly support group providing a safe, non-judgmental environment in which caregivers can talk openly with each other about their issues and concerns. Hosted by the Caregiver Resource Center, this program of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County is in partnership with the Office for the Aging. The CRC provides caregivers with information, assistance and counseling, support groups, and trainings. The weekly Zoom meetings are held Wednesdays at 6:30pm and caregivers need to register in advance and they will then be able to attend all future meetings. Caregivers may join in either by phone or by computer. There will be no meetings: on 7/1, 9/30, 11/11, 11/25, 12/23 and 12/30Register in advance for this meeting:https://cornell.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIuc-CgqDkjH9W_bfWE7zx33LFkByWHt5eQ or contacting Bonnie Lewis, Dependent Care Educator at bjl25@cornell.edu. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Bonnie Lewis, RN, bjl25@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 122 ========================================= VIRTUAL Personnel & Finance Committee Meeting Wednesday, December 23, 2020 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Extension Education Center 64 Ferndale-Loomis Road, Liberty, New York 12754 CCE Sullivan prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, all CCE Sullivan public activities are postponed until further notice. This includes 4-H, Caregiver Resource Center, and Catskills Kitchen activities. We will announce new dates as soon as we have them. Please visit the NYSDOH or CDC COVID-19 website for information on broad preventive measures for you and your family.  Be well!*Contact sullivan@cornell.edu for connection information*Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County Personnel and Finance Committee meets on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 5:00 pm, unless otherwise noted.All meetings are open to the public. Colleen Monaghan, cm638@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 106 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed- 1/2 Day Thursday, December 24, 2020 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm The CCESC office will be closed for the second half of the day in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day.  Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Friday, December 25, 2020 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day.  Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed- 1/2 Day Thursday, December 31, 2020 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm The CCESC office will be closed for the second half of the day in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day.  Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Friday, January 1, 2021 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day.  Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= Holiday; Office Closed Monday, January 18, 2021 8:30 am - 4:30 pm The CCESC office will be closed in observance of the holiday.We will reopen for regular business hours on the following business day.  Abyssinia Pla El, ap658@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 100 ========================================= VIRTUAL Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, January 27, 2021 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm CCE Sullivan prioritizes the health, safety, and well-being of the communities we serve. Given the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, and due to an abundance of caution, all CCE Sullivan public activities are postponed until further notice. This includes 4-H, Caregiver Resource Center, and Catskills Kitchen activities. We will announce new dates as soon as we have them. Please visit the NYSDOH or CDC COVID-19 website for information on broad preventive measures for you and your family. Be well!Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County Board of Directors meets on the fourth Wednesday of every other month at 6:00 pm, unless otherwise noted.*Snow dates will be every following Wednesday.All meetings are open to the public.Meetings are currently held via Zoom and are open to the public. Connection information can be requested from sullivan@cornell.edu or by calling or texting 845-798-1258. Colleen Monaghan, cm638@cornell.edu, (845) 292-6180 Ext. 106 =========================================