AARP Smart Driving Course

AARP’s new curriculum course provides strategies that will help you drive safe and smarter. There are not tests. If an insurance discount is one of your objectives, please check with your insurance company to see it you qualify. To register call Kathi at 401-780-6216.

Diabetes Support Group Blood Pressure Screening

Why is it important to have your blood pressure taken? The higher your blood pressure is, the higher your risk of health problems in the future. If your blood pressure is high, it is putting extra strain on your arteries and on your heart, which can lead to a heart attack or a stroke.

Arthritis exercise classes

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:15 p.m.Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 8Six-week, free exercise programCertified instructors Jennifer Kevorkian and Marylou PearsonYou may think that exercise and arthritis don’t go hand-in-hand, but research has shown that exercise is an essential tool in managing arthritis. Exercise reduces joint pain and stiffness, increases flexibility and endurance and so much more. Take charge now – join this free exercise program. This low-impact physical activity will help you keep joints flexible and muscles strong, sleep better, increase energy, and improve your overall outlook. Classes may be taken either standing or sitting. Space is limited. Call now to register 401-780-6000.

URI Engaging Generations: Cyber Senior Program

Walk-in or by appointment, one-on-one sessionsMondays, 9:30 a.m. to noonDo you have questions about how to use or best utilize your smartphone, laptop, or tablet, use email and Facebook, and store photos? A URI student will be at the center on Mondays from 9:30 a.m. to noon to answer any technology questions or concerns you may have. You may drop-in or call for an appointment at 401-780-6000. Don’t miss out on this free opportunity.

Attention

Are you a Cranston senior 60 years or older? Will you be alone, or do you know someone who will be alone, for

Thanksgiving and/or Christmas? Our Holiday Meal Program is sponsored by Mayor Allan Fung and the Cranston Department of Senior Services. Volunteers prepare and deliver Thanksgiving and Christmas meals to any Cranston senior who will be alone for the holiday. Would you like a Thanksgiving meal delivered to your home on Wednesday, Nov. 23, or a Christmas meal delivered to your home on Friday, Dec. 23? If your answer is “yes,” please call 401-780-6000 with your name, address/apartment number, ZIP code, and phone number. The Thanksgiving meal registration deadline is Thursday, Nov. 10. The Christmas meal registration deadline is Friday, Dec. 9.