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Making the Home Safe presented by Alzheimer's LA
2021-08-24 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
This training helps caregivers understand, manage and improve the safety risk factors at home that can seriously impact individuals with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia’s ability to stay at home and in the community for as long as possible.

Improving Quality of Life Through Art
2021-08-19 10:30 - 11:30
The arts can include a wide variety of topics such as drawing, painting, music, dance, and so much more! Research has shown that art can benefit older adults with Alzheimer’s and dementia and can also improve mental health and self-esteem. Join Keiro’s graduate intern, Regina Hieap, to learn more about how art can improve quality of life.

Behaviors and Alzheimer's presented by Alzheimer's LA
2021-08-17 10:30 - 11:30
A class for family members who are seeing changes in behaviors that are difficult to understand. Using the IDEA! strategy, this program aims to help individuals explore why behaviors happen, their meanings, and practical tips to respond

Summer BBQ Series
2021-08-12 10:30 - 11:30, 2021-07-29 10:30 - 11:30, 2021-06-29 10:30 - 11:30
In the spirit of summer, The Summer BBQ Series is a program designed to engage in meaningful conversation filled with story-telling and grilling tips and tricks. All to be accompanied by a Keiro program staff member who will be grilling and facilitating the conversation.

Keeping Your Brain Healthy presented by Alzheimer's LA
2021-08-10 10:30 - 11:30
Did you know that your brain is an organ? Learn what research is showing we can do now to keep our memory strong as we age – including nutritional tips, how to keep active and ways to challenge your brain. This session includes several interactive brain games.

Conversation Kitchen
2021-08-05 10:30 - 11:30
Conversation Kitchen is a cooking webinar where participants can engage in different conversations about food. This webinar will be hosted by a Keiro staff member who will be making Rei Shabu and will participate in the group conversations with attendees. Rei Shabu Recipe

Memory Loss and Alzheimer's presented by Alzheimer's LA
2021-08-03 10:30 - 11:30
An overview of Alzheimer’s disease and its effects. Learn about what causes memory loss, the difference between normal aging and signs of dementia, and what to do when you visit the doctor

Loose Paint and Doodle: Watercolor Craft with Eric Nakahara
2021-07-27 10:30 - 11:30
Join us for another watercolor craft taught by Eric Nakahara. For this watercolor craft, attendees will be sketching and painting some flowers. Craft Supply List

Drug - Food/Drink Interactions: An Overview with Dr. Liu
2021-07-22 10:30 - 11:30
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) states: “What you eat and drink and when you eat and drink can affect how your medicines work”. This presentation will discuss what your body does after taking medicines and how food and drink may affect the medications taken.

Keiro Speaker Series: Cybersecurity
2021-07-21 19:00 - 20:00
Alan Sugano from ADS Consulting Group, Inc. will present on top ten things to know to keep you and your digital information safe. The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session.

Registration will open 5/1/2021.

Kokoro no Hashi
2021-07-20 15:00 - 16:00
Kokoro no Hashi (心の橋) is an opportunity for highschool students to show off their talent/skill sets to an older audience. With a variety of acts ranging from dance to magic as well as interviews with the performers, the program is a great way for the younger generation to connect with the older generation.

Brandon Takahashi is a Junior at Polytechnic School in Pasadena. He has been a member of the Los Angeles Children’s Chorus since 2012 and is a member of the Jazz band at school, playing the Vibraphone, keyboard and doing vocals. Through youth leadership programs such as Kizuna and Rising Stars, he is also actively learning about the Japanese American community and ways in which he can engage and provide service.

Senior Safety: Sun Safety and Hydration
2021-07-15 10:30 - 11:30
This summer keep up with important tips to stay safe during these warmer months. Join this webinar to learn about a few different health conditions such as heat stroke and dehydration along with their preventative measures.

Celebrate Delicious Little Tokyo from July 10 through 25!
2021-07-13 10:30 - 11:30
Little Tokyo Community Council’s 6th annual Delicious Little Tokyo will feature an exciting array of virtual and in-person programs including limited food tasting walking tours and a community-wide picnic on the JACCC Plaza. Join us as we celebrate the rich culinary offerings and the small businesses of our community!

Yuru-Chara: Japan's Mascot Craze
2021-07-08 10:30 - 11:30
Have you ever wondered where the sudden fascination with Yuru-chara or Japanese mascots came from? From Hello Kitty to Kumamon, join us as Program Analyst, Kent Marume, reflects on his fascination with Yuru-chara and talks about this multi-billion-dollar industry that has consumed Japan and much of the world!

Conversation Kitchen
2021-07-06 10:30 - 11:30
Conversation Kitchen is a cooking webinar where participants can engage in different conversations about food. This webinar will be hosted by a Keiro staff member who will be making Niku Miso lettuce cups and will participate in the group conversations with attendees. Niku Miso Recipe

Community Bingo
2021-06-24 10:30 - 11:30
Keiro invites you to virtually connect with others to enjoy a game of Bingo and have a chance to win prizes! Join Keiro’s Community Bingo game with friends and compete with other community members.

Conversation Kitchen
2021-06-22 10:30 - 11:30
Conversation Kitchen is a cooking webinar where participants can engage in different conversations about food. This webinar will be hosted by a Keiro staff member who will be making Broiled Sushi and will participate in the group conversations with attendees.Broiled Sushi Recipe

Senior Safety: Safe Driving Tips for Seniors
2021-06-17 10:30 - 11:30
This virtual forum will consist of giving participants tips on easing back into the world of traffic, freeways, signals, sirens, road trips and other drivers after being away for a long time. It will give participants insights into planning a travel day and what should be considered before getting behind the wheel. Since many of us are a little out of practice, the mechanics of our vehicles will also be discussed. General safe driving tips will be presented as well as specific emphasis on freeway/highway driving and surface street driving. All in all, it will be a “refresher” of all the safe driving tips that the participants have gained throughout their driving experience.

John Nakaki has been a Keiro employee for 12 years starting as a courier. He is a certified AARP Smart Driver instructor and well as a CarFit co-coordinator and instructor. He is previously retired from UPS after 33 years in both operations and staff positions. John enjoys golfing, fishing and gardening.

Card Craft with Sharon Akioka
2021-06-15 14:00 - 15:00
Join us for a fun card craft that will be using the “quilted washi paper” technique taught by Sharon Akioka.

Sharon Akioka works at a small accounting firm in the South Bay and is married with two adult children. In her free time, Sharon loves to make all kinds of crafts such as making leis, sewing, crocheting, and knitting, but her favorite is making cards. She started out making cards using rubber stamps and brass stencils. Then she discovered metal dies and the Cricut. She LOVES her Cricut!

*The first 20 people to register for this forum will receive the craft supplies in the mail.

Iyashi Care
2021-06-10 10:30 - 11:30
Iyashi Care is a joint partnership between Keiro and Providence Health & Services that provides palliative care for Our Community. This forum will help you learn what palliative care is, how Iyashi Care can assist you through a comprehensive set of services, and why you should consider enrolling into the program.

Tokyo Travels with Hiromi
2021-06-08 10:30 - 11:30
Have you ever been to Tokyo? Any future plans to visit Tokyo? Learn about unique customs of Japan, as well as things you can do in Tokyo from Keiro staff Hiromi Aoyama. She will share about Tokyo based on her experience of living there for 4+ years.

Kelsey's Book Corner: Keep Sharp: Build a Better Brain at Any Age by Dr. Sanjay Gupta, MD
2021-06-01 10:30 - 11:30
Image retrieved from AARP

*Note: The book featured is appropriate for ages 30 and older.

In Latin, dementia means “out of one’s mind” and senile, which simply means old, are used as adjectives to describe an older adult who is insane. Furthermore, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are used interchangeably, which could not be more glaringly incorrect. Dementia is the derogatory umbrella word for what needs to be called cognitive impairment. Alzheimer’s disease is a type of cognitive impairment like when we label different types of cancer. So, are you ready for more mind-blowing revelations? In Dr. Sanjay Gupta’s groundbreaking book, he imbues his knowledge with the most cutting-edge and groundbreaking research conducted on cognitive health and its natural decline as we age. He answers the question “why” with justification that no one can deny and destroys the fear of aging in regard to our cognition. Kelsey’s Book Corner is an opportunity for curiosity and education of real-life application to a healthier, stronger and resilient you.

Kelsey Uyeda is a fourth generation Japanese American who earned her Master of Science Gerontology at CSULB (Class of 2020) and her Bachelor of Arts Music at UCLA (Class of 2014). As a gerontologist, Kelsey is a specialist in older adults and the aging process. Her aging philosophy focuses on positive aging that is rooted in multigenerational relationships, physical activity, lifelong learning, curiosity, resiliency, living your best life and most all of, loving yourself.

Dot, Wiggle, Swipe: Watercolor Flowers with Eric Nakahara
2021-05-27 10:30 - 11:30
Join us for this forum to learn how to make watercolor paintings of flowers that can be used on greeting cards.

Eric Nakahara is a retired government employee, retired since 2008. Eric started watercolor painting a couple years ago. *The first 20 people to register will receive a watercolor set (if needed) and watercolor paper in the mail. All other supplies must be supplied by the attendee.Craft Supply List

You've Been Pop Culture'd AAPI Celebration Series Week 5: Music Artist Highlight: BTS
2021-05-25 10:30 - 11:30
You’ve Been Pop Culture’d: AAPI Celebration Series is a 6-week course of AAPI in American pop culture and each week is a celebration party. The month of May is also Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month.

ARMY! You cannot celebrate AAPI without the biggest boy band in the world and the reigning champions of pop culture music: BTS. Amidst the backdrop of a pandemic, 2020 was a record-breaking and monumental year for RM, Suga, j-hope, Jungkook, Jimin, V and Jin. So, how did seven boys from South Korea obtain world domination? It’s quite simple: love, loyalty, trust, authenticity and humility. Beyond the songs, choreography, fashion and flawlessly good looks, BTS has proven that they are more than entertainers. ARMY shine your ARMY bomb light sticks and remember, together we are bulletproof. I purple you!

Kelsey Uyeda is a fourth generation Japanese American with a Master of Science Gerontology degree (CSULB ’20) and Bachelor of Arts Music degree (UCLA ’14). Kelsey is currently a lecturer for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at CSULB and a virtual forum presenter for Keiro. Kelsey has mad love for pop culture and its historical and sociological significance and impact on society.

Conversation Kitchen
2021-05-20 10:30 - 11:30
Conversation Kitchen is a cooking webinar where participants can engage in different conversations about food. This webinar will be hosted by a Keiro staff member who will be cooking Chicken Hekka, Hawaiian style sukiyaki, and will participate in the group conversations with attendees.Chicken Hekka Recipe

You've Been Pop Culture'd AAPI Celebration Series Week 4: Music Artist Highlight: BLACKPINK
2021-05-18 10:30 - 11:30
You’ve Been Pop Culture’d: AAPI Celebration Series is a 6-week course of AAPI in American pop culture and each week is a celebration party. The month of May is also Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month.

“BLACKPINK in your area.” The iconic opening line in nearly every BLACKPINK song and the signal that it is about to get lit. BLACKPINK is the biggest girl group in pop culture music with their perfect balance of feminine and edgy persona and fun and flirty power anthems that makes every listener want to be the fifth member. So, BLINKS, turn on your light stick and let’s light up the sky.

Kelsey Uyeda is a fourth generation Japanese American with a Master of Science Gerontology degree (CSULB ’20) and Bachelor of Arts Music degree (UCLA ’14). Kelsey is currently a lecturer for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at CSULB and a virtual forum presenter for Keiro. Kelsey has mad love for pop culture and its historical and sociological significance and impact on society.

Baking Macaroon Brownies with Mary Ellen Wong
2021-05-13 10:30 - 11:30
Join Mary Ellen Wong for another baking forum this month! Mary Ellen will demonstrate and share how she makes her chocolate macaroon brownies.Macaroon Brownie Recipe

You've Been Pop Culture'd AAPI Celebration Series Week 3: The Beauty of Video Games
2021-05-11 10:30 - 11:30
You’ve Been Pop Culture’d: AAPI Celebration Series is a 6-week course of AAPI in American pop culture and each week is a celebration party. The month of May is also Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month.

Video games are commonly perceived as a “waste of time,” “violent,” “poor influence on the youth.” However, Japanese video game company, Square Enix, produced the Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts franchises that redefined the video game standard and expectation. Furthermore, the rise of popularity of E-Sports has elevated video games to a respected career choice and exercise in cognition, strategy and teamwork. Many of the top E-Sports players and video game creators hail from Asia, hence solidifying their significant contribution to video game pop culture.

Kelsey Uyeda is a fourth generation Japanese American with a Master of Science Gerontology degree (CSULB ’20) and Bachelor of Arts Music degree (UCLA ’14). Kelsey is currently a lecturer for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at CSULB and a virtual forum presenter for Keiro. Kelsey has mad love for pop culture and its historical and sociological significance and impact on society.
