b'*Class details may change, call DMAC or check DMACs DES MOINES ACTIVITY CENTER Facebook page for most up to date information.Health & Social Services Medical Lending ClosetHealth and Social Services are at no cost, unless stated. In case of inclementA medical lending closet is a valuable weather, we follow the Highline School Districts guidelines for closing community resource that provides essential medical equipment to Statewide Health Insuranceindividuals in need, free of charge. Our Benefits Advisors (SHIBA)closet offers a wide variety of items, Services including walkers, shower chairs, wheelchairs, and commodes, ensuring Need assistance with Medicare? Ourthat people facing temporary or long-knowledgeable SHIBA volunteer offersterm mobility or health challenges have free, unbiased guidance to ensure youaccess to the tools they need for daily have the information you need to makeliving. All items are loaned out at no confident decisions. Please call tocost, although donations are graciously make an appointment.accepted to help us maintainEvery 3rd Monday of the month and expand this service. Whether Foot CareTime: 9:00-12:00pm byrecovering from surgery, managing Take care of your feet with our Footappointment an illness, or supporting a loved one, Care services! Appointments are Cost: Free the medical lending closet is here to 20-30 minutes long and cost $40,Senior Community Healthprovide support and make life a little payable directly to the technician. TheyScreening (POCAAN)easier. Please call ahead to inquire offer personalized care to keep yourabout the availability of wheelchairs feet healthy and comfortable. TheTake charge of your health with freeand walkers, or if you are planning to technician will help with nail trimming,Senior Community Health! Servicesdonate an item to the lending closet.callus care, and overall foot health in ainclude vital checks, glucose testing, relaxing and welcoming environment.and nutritional assessments. Need a Call DMAC today to schedule yourmedication review? Please give us at appointment and give your feet theleast one week notice at the ActivityVolunteer Opportunitiesattention they deserve! Center reception desk so we can notifyThe success of the Activity Center isEvery 2nd and 4th Friday of thethe POCAAN team. made possible by the dedication and monthEvery 2nd Monday of the month support of our incredible volunteers.Time: 9:00-1:00pm by Time: 10:00-1:30pm We offer a variety of opportunities for appointmentCost: Freecommunity members to get involved Caregiver & Grief Supportand make a meaningful impact. Group Roles include assisting at reception, Des Moines Activity Center hosts ahosting card/board games, leading twice-monthly caregiver and griefart projects, assisting in the kitchen, support group led by Cynthia Zink,setting up the dining room, serving as Grief Recovery Method Specialist. In aa lunch host or hostess, supporting our supportive, informal group, share withspecial events team, and much more. others who are experiencing the sameVolunteering not only enhances the joys and challenges, and who canprograms and services we provideempathize and offer valuable insights,Des Moines Elder Law but also fosters a sense of connection suggestions and resources. NoNeed legal guidance? Receive expertand purpose. registration necessary for this drop-inadvice on wills, powers of attorney,To learn more about how you can offering. living wills, trusts, estate planning,contribute, please email kpayne@ Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of thecommunity property agreements, anddesmoineswa.gov. Your time and month probate. Appointments are required.talents can make a difference! Time: 11:00-12:00PM Call DMAC today to schedule yourNo group on 11/11 appointment and gain peace of mind about your future. Every 3rd Thursday of the month Time: 10:00-12:00pm by appointment Cost: Free30|DES MOINES CITY CURRENTS|FALL 2025'