September is Healthy Aging Month, and to kick off the Fall Season, Sherman Health is offering a variety of events and classes that will provide tips and fun to Seniors. Below is a quick rundown. Unless otherwise stated, all events are held at The Centre of Elgin. Registration is required for all programs. Call 800-397-9000 or visit shermanhealth.com to register.

1. 55 Alive driver safety program: Refine your driving skills with a representative from AARP. Develop safe, defensive driving techniques. Participants must attend both classes to complete the course. $12 for AARP members and $14 for nonmembers; bring your AARP card to the first class. Saturdays, September 18 and 25, 9 am – 1 pm OR Saturdays, November 13 and 20, 9 am – 1 pm
2. The future of Medicare and Social Security: How does healthcare reform change Medicare? How has the recession affected Social Security? Get the answers from Royce Blackwell, a man with over 40 years of experience in Medicare and Social Security. FREE to attend! Tuesday, September 28, 10 am – 11 am
3. Memory 101: Pam Sebern, Executive Director of Arden Courts, will discuss what to expect as we age. FREE to attend! Thursday, September 30, 10 am – 11 am
4. How to stay young: The first 100 years! Centenarians—people age 100 or older—are the fastest-growing age group today. How old do you want to be? Will your “lifestyle” age match your chronological age? There are simple choices we can make today that will begin to change our lives tomorrow. Come join Chiropractor Dana Landin as he explains how to make simple changes that will have a dramatic effect on our longevity and health as we grow older. Spinal screenings will be offered after the presentation. FREE to attend! Thursday, October 7, 1 pm – 2 pm
5. Halloween Bingo Gala: Come join us at Sherman West Court for a fun celebration and win some prizes. Refreshments will be served; costumes are optional. FREE to attend! Friday, October 15, 2:30 – 4:30 pm. Location: Sherman West Court
6. Serious Medicine – Prescriptions vs OTC and Herbal Supplements: Did you know that over-the-counter (OTC) medications and herbal supplements can cause serious health problems when taken with some prescriptions? Learn how to prevent dangerous drug interactions. Join Patrick Uplegger, Sherman Health Pharmacist, as he discusses these issues and answers your questions. FREE to attend! Wednesday, October 27, 2 pm – 3 pm
7. Utility Bills: How to Save Money! Come hear Sarah Moskowitz, Outreach Director of Citizens Utility Board (CUB), as she talks about how you can cut costs on your utility bills and perform a utility bill checkup. FREE to attend! Tuesday, November 2, 2 pm – 3 pm
8. Who decides when you are unable to? Sherman Chaplain Neriz Diaz Cabello discusses the importance of a living will and durable power of attorney for healthcare. FREE to attend! Tuesday, November 9, 4 pm – 5 pm

Again, for more information, directions, or to register for any of these wonderful events, call 800-397-9000 or visit shermanhealth.com!