C A L E N D A R S

For The Family

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COMING UP

AARP Driver Safety Program: For drivers over 50. Review the rules of the road, how to deal with traffic congestion, the effects of aging on driver skills, accident prevention and more. Two four-hour sessions. Noon-4 p.m. Thursday and March 27 at Kaiser Honolulu clinic, conference room 2AB. Cost: $10. Call 432-2270.

Brain Injury Awareness Community Fair: The Rehabilitation Hospital Pacific Traumatic Brain Injury Team hosts a lunchtime community fair to increase awareness about brain injury. Information will be provided on all aspects of brain injury including from injury prevention, peer mentoring projects, post-acute-care facilities, home care services, support and education for survivor and family members, return to home or work programs, and therapy and rehabilitation. 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Thursday at the hospital lobby, 226 N. Kuakini St. Free parking available. Call 531-3511 or visit www.rehabhospital.org.

Childbirth Basics Seminar: Providing expecting couples and individuals with an overview of what to expect when giving birth at the hospital. 5-10 p.m. Tuesday at Castle Medical Center, Kailua. Cost: $65/couple and $50/single, or $55/couple or $45/single if delivering at Castle. Price includes breastfeeding class. Call 263-5400 or register online at castlemed.org.

JJ's Swim & Fitness: Basic fitness and ocean swim instruction for beginners and ocean-challenged athletes, with John (JJ) Kobelansky Jr. Now offering specialized training for water fitness and competency exams. 9:30 a.m. next Saturday at Ala Moana Park, Magic Island Lagoon, Diamond Head side. Cost: $10/one hour class, adults only. Please contact JJ before attending at 373-3839.

Kupuna Connections: Kapiolani Community College presents a TV series dedicated to Hawaii's seniors and their families, covering topics including retirement, health, living options and more. 2-3 p.m. Sundays on Channel 55, shown on Oahu, Kauai. Maui and Hawaii. For topic suggestion or issues, call 734-9469 or e-mail cullen@hawaii.edu.

» Tomorrow's show: "Senior Issues at the State Legislature" and "Respiratory Problems for Seniors."

Preventing Allergies in Your Child: Learn tips to help reduce your child's chances of asthma, food allergies, eczema and bouts of rashes and wheezing. 6-7 p.m. Tuesday at Kaiser Honolulu clinic, conference room 2E. Free. Call 432-2270.

Prime Time Wellness Fair: The 14th annual Prime Time Wellness Fair for ages 50 and up, featuring free health screenings, notary and ID safety services, prizes, entertainment and more. Guest speaker presentations will be Gary Rosas on "An Overview on High Cholesterol," Kentaro Nishino on "Keeping Your Brain Healthy" and Cecile Sebastian on "Mercury in Fillings and Dental Advancements." 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday at the Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. Call 844-4444.

CLASSES

Family Caregiver Workshops: For family members caring for an elder. Covers common diseases and medication management, incontinent and occupied bed making, transfer techniques, nutrition and brain exercises to keep sharp. 6-8 p.m. Thursdays and 9-11 a.m. Saturdays at Kapiolani Community College. Workshops through June 16. Call 734-9211 to register, call Toni Hathway at 734-9461 for information.

Love Yourself Thin Effectively: Learn to focus on self-care, make positive changes in attitude, develop new behaviors and accept changes. Eight one-hour weekly meetings. Call 432-2270 to register. Call David Tasaka at 447-9489 for information.

» 6-7 p.m. Mondays or Tuesdays at Kaiser Honolulu clinic, third floor conference room.

» 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays at Kaiser Kailua clinic, second floor lunch room.

» 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursdays at Kaiser Mililani clinic, conference room.

» 5:45-6:45 p.m. Wednesdays at Kaiser Moanalua clinic, second floor waiting area.

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