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SUMMARY:Visit Friends House at Olney's National Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Friends House is proud to be a Gold Sponsor of the Olney Chamber of Commerce’s National Night Out\, and we’d love to see you there! \nNational Night Out is a community celebration that brings neighbors together with local businesses\, organizations\, and our dedicated first responders. It’s an opportunity to strengthen community connections\, show appreciation for those who help keep our neighborhoods safe\, and enjoy an evening of family-friendly activities. \nStop by the Friends House table to meet our team\, learn more about our nonprofit Life Plan Community\, and discover what makes life at Friends House unique. Whether you’re beginning to explore retirement living or simply want to get to know us\, we’d be happy to answer your questions and share more about our community. \nWe look forward to celebrating with our neighbors and thanking the first responders who serve the Olney community every day. \nEvent details: https://www.olneymd.org/national-night-out-event/
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LOCATION:Fair Hill & Olney Village Center\, 18100 Town Center Dr\, Olney\, MD\, 20832\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Webber":MAILTO:KWebber@FriendsHouse.com
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SUMMARY:Beat the Heat Social
DESCRIPTION:Cool off. Catch up. Stay awhile. \nStep inside the Miller Center and leave the August heat behind. Spend the afternoon enjoying light refreshments\, easy conversation and plenty of laughs with residents and members of the Circle of Friends. \nWhether you stop by for a quick hello or settle in for the afternoon\, it’s a refreshing way to reconnect\, make new friends and enjoy summer together. \nThis event is exclusively for Friends House residents and Circle of Friends members.
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LOCATION:Friends House | Miller Center\, 17340 Quaker Lane\, Sandy Spring\, MD\, 20860\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Catia Holmes":MAILTO:CHolmes@friendshouse.com
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SUMMARY:10 Ways to Use Everyday Tech & AI to Make Daily Life Easier
DESCRIPTION:Practical solutions for staying connected\, confident\, and in control \n Curious how today’s everyday technology can make life easier?  \nJoin technology specialist Joan Green for an engaging\, practical presentation exploring 10 simple ways everyday technology and AI can help make daily life easier. No technical background is needed. \nYou’ll discover helpful tools that support:  \nMemory and organization \nReading and writing \nCommunication with family and friends \nEveryday problem-solving \nStaying connected and engaged \nFrom Google Lens to privacy-focused AI tools and accessibility features already built into many smartphones\, tablets\, and computers\, you’ll leave with practical ideas you can put to use right away. \n  \n ABOUT THE SPEAKER \nJoan Green\, M.A.\, CCC-SLP is a speech-language pathologist\, assistive technology specialist\, and technology advisor who helps people make everyday technology work for them. She teaches older adults\, families\, and professionals how to use built-in accessibility features and emerging AI tools to support reading\, writing\, memory\, organization\, and independence. \nKnown for explaining technology in clear\, friendly language\, Joan turns complex digital tools into practical solutions that help people feel more confident using the devices they already own. \nJoan is the founder of Innovative Speech Therapy and the Tech Life Inner Circle Membership. \nLearn more at InnovativeSpeech.com \nThis event is open to the public
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LOCATION:Friends House | Miller Center\, 17340 Quaker Lane\, Sandy Spring\, MD\, 20860\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Catia Holmes":MAILTO:CHolmes@friendshouse.com
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SUMMARY:Brain Boost: Fun Ways to Keep Your Mind Sharp
DESCRIPTION:PRESENTED BY: \nKat Jovel Roche\, Capital Caring Health \nMelissa Koppal\, Capital Caring Health \nExplore everyday activities and healthy habits that help keep the mind active and engaged. This informative presentation will share practical strategies for supporting memory\, concentration\, problem-solving and overall cognitive wellness at any age. \nCapital Caring Health is a nonprofit healthcare organization serving Maryland\, Virginia\, and the Washington\, D.C. region. For nearly 50 years\, they have provided compassionate care and education focused on improving quality of life through hospice\, palliative care\, advanced illness support\, grief services\, and community wellness programs. \nOPEN TO THE PUBLIC
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LOCATION:Friends House | Miller Center\, 17340 Quaker Lane\, Sandy Spring\, MD\, 20860\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Catia Holmes":MAILTO:CHolmes@friendshouse.com
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