We’re celebrating Older Americans Month all month long! Join us at any (or all) of these events and let’s talk about Neighbor Network of Northern Nevada programs and what you or someone you love might be able to use!

Opening Celebration and Info Fair

Wednesday, May 3, 10am – 1pm
Washoe County Senior Center
1155 E 9th St., Reno

Join us for the kick-off event to Older Americans Month 2023. This event will feature many community partners with resources for seniors.

While you’re here, join us for a delicious lunch in the multipurpose room!

Presented by Washoe County Senior Center

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24th Annual Senior Celebration

Thursday, May 11, 8am – Noon
Casino Fandango
3800 S Carson St., Carson City

This year’s fair promises to be bigger and better than ever before, featuring dozens of exhibitors offering the latest information on healthcare, nutrition, fitness, and more.

You’ll have the opportunity to speak with healthcare professionals, and learn about resources available to help you lead a healthy and active lifestyle.

Presented by Senior Service Network

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Healthy Living for Your Brain w/Bingo & Bites

Thursday, May 18, 1 – 3pm
Reno Sparks Chamber of Commerce
4065 S Virginia St #101, Reno

Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging. Call 800.272.3900 with questions.

Presented by Alzheimers Association of Northern Nevada

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Transportation Options for Older Adults

Tuesday, May 23
11am – 1pm
Washoe County Senior Center
1155 E 9th St., Reno

We’re partnering with the Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County (RTC) and other community organizations in our neighborhood to talk about transportation! This in-person event is designed to provide older adults with information and resources on available transportation options within Washoe County.

In addition, you’ll learn about different transportation technology and available apps. Not tech savvy, that’s ok! We’ll show you how to use them with hands-on demonstrations so you can plan all your trips throughout the Reno-Sparks area.

Co-sponsored by the Regional Transportation Commission of Washoe County

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Dementia: What to Look for and What to Do

Tuesday, May 30
10 – 11am
OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) campus
604 West Moana Lane in Reno or Zoom

N4 Executive Director Amy Dewitt-Smith will be speaking about the Nevada Dementia Capable Community Care project and how it provides support services to people living with dementia and their primary support partners.

QUESTIONS? Call (775) 784-7506 or email sos@unr.edu

Co-Sponsored by Sanford Center for Aging

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Senior Resources Fair

Tuesday, May 30
10:30 – 12:30 pm
Spanish Springs Library
7100 Pyramid Hwy., Spanish Springs

Our N4 booth will be one of 30 information stations at this event with staff members available to answer questions and help with referrals for services.

Presented by Senior Coalition of Washoe County