Organize to Downsize-Get Started on Decluttering

Are you tired of the clutter? At a loss as to where to put things? Are you drowning in paper? Eliminate the stress and overwhelm by learning the tools and systems you can put in place to organize your home and simplify your life. Taught by local professional organizer Natalie Conrad, you will walk away from class understanding how to create an organizing plan, develop new organization skills, and move from overwhelmed to in control. Immediately improve your life, stay focused, and be successful! There is a $20 supply fee for a workbook and CD payable to the instructor at the class. CARD Community Center, Room 3

Student Success Institute

After completion of this 3-day institute, students hold the essential tools needed to maximize their academic performance. Each 2.5 hour day covers two of the following topics: Time Management, Test-Taking Tips, Overcoming Procrastination, Avoiding Plagiarism, Preventing Test-Taking Anxiety, and Managing Emotions for Success. Give your student what they need to find the success they deserve. David Welton teaches student success workshops at Butte College and is an instructor in the First Year Experience Program for freshmen at CSU, Chico. June class will be held at the Dorothy Johnson Center, Cedar Room. July class will be held at CARD Community Center, Room 3.

Pickers 101-NEW

Learn the art of picking! The thrill of the hunt! Learn how to spot that treasure when you are at an auction, estate sale or antique shop. Participants may bring one item for discussion. Instructor: John Humphries, Antique Appraiser. CARD Community Center. Beginning June 1, this program will meet at the Lakeside Pavilion.

Free Tax Assistance

Volunteers in Tax Assistance (VITA) is a group of very special volunteers that have made a commitment to provide local seniors and low income households with FREE Tax Preparation at various locations throughout the County. A detailed flyer is available at the CARD Office. Please come prepared with the proper documents. This is a first come first served service.

Medicare Workshop - Estate & Long Term Care Planning Series

Local trusted experts will present on these topics and will be available to answer your questions.

Find out how, and if, Medi-Cal for long term care can be part of your Estate and Long Term Care plan.

Leveraging your Retirement Nest Egg in Today's Environment

Local trusted experts will present this topic and will be available to answer your questions. Find out how annuities, IRA's and other investment tools play a part in your Estate plan. CARD Community Center.               

Welcome to Medicare

Do you want to change your Part D plan? Did you know that you might be eligible for extra help paying for your prescriptions? If you have any questions about Medicare, you don't want to miss this meeting. The Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) at Passages Adult Resource Center will present an information forum for those on Medicare, or those who are interested in learning about the changes and benefits of the Medicare Part D prescription drug programs. You may register by email through passageshicap@csuchico.edu, or by calling HICAP at 1-800-434-0222. CARD Community Center.

AARP Mature Driving Classes

The AARP Driver Safety Program is the nation's first and largest classroom refresher course for drivers aged 50 and older. This class is offered by AARP each month. Completion certification is good for 3 years and provides insurance discounts to most companies. Payment is required at the time of registration and checks are payable to CARD. Bring your current AARP card to class and receive a $2.00 refund on your class registration. CARD Community Center.

Preparing for Emergencies - NEW

Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease: The Basics

Alzheimer's disease and related dementias are not a normal part of aging.  Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease: The Basics is a workshop presented by the Alzheimer's Association, for anyone who would like to know more about Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Seating is limited.  Please RSVP to the Alzheimer's Association at 530-895-9661 or 1-800-272-3900. Lakeside Pavilion.