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Fall
2021
Windham Raymond
Adult Education
“Education is what remains after one has
forgotten what one has learned in school.”
~ Albert Einstein
Register for Classes at:
WINDHAM.MAINEADULTED.ORG
Welcome, Bienvenidos, Vitame, Bienvenue, Empfang, Benvenuto, Mottakelse, Hoan Nghenh, Dobro Doslo,
As Vindas de Boas, Marshabak, Baxirbin, Hos Galdiniz, Khosh Amadid, Kurdsh, Dobro Pozhalovat
WELCOME to
WINDHAM RAYMOND ADULT EDUCATION
Mission Vision
Windham Raymond Adult Education provides Windham Raymond Adult Education will be
affordable, high quality adult learning recognized as a community and statewide leader in
opportunities that meet the academic, career, delivering high quality, diverse, accessible, needs-
and personal pursuits of our diverse adult oriented programming for adults that encourages
population -- families, workers, citizens and life-long learning. Those efforts will lead to individual
the business community. fulfillment, community prosperity, and positive social
change - all contributing to a high quality of life.
What Can We Do for YOU?
Academic Programs Tutoring
These FREE classes are designed to help you Are you - or someone you know - struggling with
increase your skills as you work toward high school reading, math, using a computer or filling out a job
credentials or prepare to take the HiSET®. application? We can help. WRAE offers discreet,
private tutoring at no cost.
College Prep and Guidance
Looking to get the skills you need to succeed in Learn English
college? Need help with financial aid or even where to We offer both day and evening FREE ESOL (English for
begin? We can help. We offer classes to help you do Speakers of Other Languages) classes. We focus on
well on the Accuplacer test and succeed in college. conversation, pronunciation and grammar. Our small
We can help you find and apply for scholarships and classes offer practical real-world scenarios, humor
even arrange college visits. and student-centered curriculum. Tutoring is also
available.
Is trade school, or vocational training more your style?
Schedule an appointment to come in and find out how
you can jump right onto a solid career track. Online Learning
We offer 100’s of reasonably priced online classes
that you can take at your convenience in your own
Assessments and Credentialing home or place of business. Whether you want to add
Not sure what you want to be when you grow up? We to your career skill set or increase your knowledge for
can help with assessment tools that will guide you your favorite hobby – we have the classes for you!
toward a fulfilling college or career path. We offer
in-house and on-site classes in computer, office skills,
soft-skills, career development, resume and interview
assistance, and much more. Are you a business owner
who needs your employees to learn on-the-job? We can
design a custom training program to meet your needs
and deliver instruction at your business around your
schedule.
Holidays & Office Hours
WRAE Office Hours: Our office will be closed the following Holidays:
Monday - Thursday: 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM Labor Day: 9/3 & 9/6
Friday: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM Indigenous Peoples’ Day: 10/11
Veterans Day: 11/11
Fall 2021 Calendar:
Thanksgiving Break: 11/25 & 11/26
Course Registration: Begins Monday, Aug. 30th
Christmas: 12/23 & 12/24
Academic Classes: Sept. 7th - Dec. 22nd
Enrichment & ESL Classes: Sept. 13th - Dec. 13th New Year’s Eve: 12/31
CALL 207-892-1819 FOR ASSISTANCE WITH ANY OF OUR PROGRAMMING!
Table of Contents
Covid-19/Health & Safety............................................ 4
Family Fun & Literacy.................................................... 5
HiSET Testing & High School Completion................. 6
College Prep/Planning.................................................. 7
For Speakers of Other Languages........................... 8 - 9
Career Pathways/Medical....................................... 10 - 11
Career Pathways/Professional.............................. 12 - 14
WRAE Staff From Left to Right
Enrichment/Freelance................................................. 15
Tom Nash, Director
Enrichment/Outdoors............................................... 16 - 17
Stacia Dugas, College & Career Coordinator (CP/CT)
Enrichment/Home & Family........................................ 18 Cathy Giuffre-Renaud, Academic Coordinator (ABE)
Enrichment/Music......................................................... 19 Cathy McPherson, Evening Secretary
DJ LeVasseur, Program/Marketing Coordinator
Enrichment/Arts & Crafts....................................... 20 - 21
Enrichment/Planning & Retirement..................... 22 - 23 Windham Raymond Adult Education Learning Center
Enrichment/Health & Wellness............................. 24 - 27 406 Gray Rd. (Rte. 202)
Windham, ME 04062
Instructor Bios........................................................... 28 - 29 207-892-1819
Registration & About Us.......................................... 30 - 31 WRAE@rsu14.org
To Our Community and Friends
Welcome back to all of our students, teachers, administrators, and others in our community who
support Windham Raymond Adult Education each and every year.
We have all had to make numerous decisions over the course of the last 12 months, some big and some
small, some hard and some easy.
We at WRAE would like to thank all of our dedicated and persevering students who are making these
decisions every day. We applaud the high school, HiSET, and workforce students who, despite challenges
and set-backs, keep pushing toward their goals one small decision at a time. We thank the enrichment
students who decided to keep attending their favorite classes in new formats or places.
We would also like to thank our amazing teachers and administrative staff who accepted the challenges
thrown at them. They decided to embrace the changes by shifting to virtual teaching and being advocates
for their student’s technological needs. Our staff worked all hours troubleshooting technical issues and
helping our teachers and students remain connected and learning. They are appreciated and invaluable
to us and our community of learners.
It truly does take a village, a village of caring individuals who make the big and small decisions every day.
We look forward to YOUR decision to join us at Windham Raymond Adult Education for this Fall semester.
You can change your life forever……with one small decision.
Be well,
WRAE Staff
RSU 14 School Administration RSU 14 School Board Members
Christopher Howell, Superintendent Kate Brix, Windham (Vice Chair)
Christine Frost-Bertinet, Assistant Superintendent Kate Leveille, Raymond
Pete Heanssler, Windham
Windham Raymond Adult Education Office Scott McLean, Windham
Located behind Windham High School Jennie Butler, Windham
406 Gray Rd. (Rte 202), Windham, ME 04062 Marge Govoni, Windham
Phone: 207-892-1819 Christina Small, Windham
Website: windham.maineadulted.org Mike McClellan, Raymond
Anne Keeney, Raymond
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Covid-19/WRAE Health & Safety
RSU 14 will closely monitor COVID-19 transmission rates, along with CDC guidance
concerning masks and quarantine requirements in order to determine mask requirements
throughout the 2021-2022 school year. Please refer to the district website for up-to-date
district expectations: https://www.rsu14.org/
The guidelines stated below are subject to change during the school year and may be
lessened as the transmission risk reduces based on CDC requirements.
Currently the National Center for Disease Control recommends the following guidance for
schools in regard to masks:
Due to the circulating and highly contagious Delta variant, CDC recommends universal
indoor masking by all students (age 2 and older), staff, teachers, and visitors to K-12
schools, regardless of vaccination status. To ensure the safety of our adult learners, WRAE
will be instituting the following office protocols for the Fall 2021 semester:
• We encourage you to call in advance of your visit or make an appointment.
• All staff and students must conduct self-checks for symptoms prior to entering our office.
• Masks are required for ALL staff and students at ALL times during your visit. If you do not
have one, disposable masks will be provided for use during your visit.
• Physical distancing is encouraged where possible.
• All Visitors, Staff, Students must wash hands or use sanitizing gel when entering building.
• WRAE staff will frequently clean and disinfect touched surfaces after use.
• Symptomatic staff vistors, staff members, and students who are not vaccinated should
avoid in-person attendance on school property until they meet CDC criteria before
returning to school property
WRAE is committed to ensuring Safety, Equity, and Accessibility of Adult Education
programming to all of its students. We encourage our students to call us at 207-892-1819
for any questions or to schedule an appointment.
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Family Fun & Literacy
Raymond Village Library
3 Meadow Road, Raymond - 207-655-4283
www.raymondvillagelibrary.org
Please contact the library for hours of operation and scheduled events.
Seniors Welcome! Discount Passes
Tuesdays between 9 AM and noon are open for The Raymond Village Library has passes available
senior hours. Stop by for some coffee, books & to the Maine Wildlife Park in Gray, the Portland
games. The RVL Bridge group meets from 9:00 AM - Children’s Museum, Maine Maritime Museum and
12:00 PM during senior hours. All skill levels are the Southworth Planetarium. These passes offer
welcome to join. Interested in joining an activity either discounted or free admission. Please contact
group? Knitting, Scrabble, Chess, Mahjong? Let us the circulation desk for more information about
know what activities you would like to join. available passes.
Windham Public Library
217 Windham Center Road, Windham - 207-892-1908
www.windham.lib.me.us/
Please contact the library for more details.
Writing Group Tech Help
Join moderator Jen Dupree for a writing group. We’ll Free one-on-one tech help with experienced,
offer critiques on works in progress and use writing computer-savvy library staff. Help with email,
prompts to keep you motivated. Writers of all levels downloading applications, printing online pictures,
are welcome! For more information, call 892-1908 navigating websites, laptops, eReaders, tablets, &
ext. 6 or email jdupree@windhammaine.us. more. No rsvp needed. Contact the Help Desk
Mondays, 9/27, 10/25, 11/22, & 12/27, (207-892-1908 ext.5) for more information.
from 5:30 - 6:30 PM Wednesdays, from 3:00 - 4:00 PM
National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week
September 20th - 26th
Follow @NCLAdvocacy and #AEFLWeek for
National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week News
Financial Literacy
Meet Lesley Ridge, Community Engagement Manager from University Credit Union for fun games
and prizes plus info on financial literacy topics on how to, fund college, obtain a vehicle loan, build
credit, fix bad credit and more.
In-Person Info Session: Thursday, 9/23, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM at WRAE Learning Center
FAME
The Finance Authority of Maine is offering financial literacy information sessions.
For more information and to register for these free sessions visit our website:
www.famemaine.com/events/categories/financial-aid-sessions/
Virtual Info Sessions: 9/14, 923, & 9/29 at 6:00 PM
In-Person Info Session: 9/30 at 6:00 PM at Windham High School
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HiSET® Testing & High School Completion
To Register: Visit: www.windham.maineadulted.org or Call: 207-892-1819
HiSET® - High School Equivalency Test
The HiSET diploma consists of five tests: reading, writing, math, social studies and science.
Passing these tests demonstrates academic knowledge and skills equivalent to a high school diploma.
Successful participants earn their high school credential upon completion and, based on test scores, may
indicate college readiness. You must be at least 17 years old to take the HiSET exam in Maine.
All adults need to demonstrate preparedness for the official tests
by taking pre-tests through an adult education program.
HiSET® Testing and Classes are FREE! High School Diploma
Most Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes are Take classes and earn credits toward completing
open enrollment and are held at the WRAE your high school diploma. We have small group
Learning Center with hybrid options online and instruction, self-study and even on-site computer-
in-person. No classes on 10/11, 11/11, and based learning opportunities. Call our ABE
11/25. Class end dates are subject to change. Coordinator to schedule an appointment to discuss
these flexible, high quality, and interactive solutions.
HiSET® Testing Subjects and schedules assigned based on students’
The HiSET® has replaced the GED as Maine’s High needs.
School Assessment. Students must contact and Instructor: Cathy Giuffre-Renaud
meet with our ABE Coordinator to schedule these Various Days & Times, 9/7 - 12/22
tests. Tests are scheduled for Tuesdays, Wednesdays
and Thursdays at various times - day and evening.
Adult Ed English
This high school credit course is open to high school
Tues, Weds, & Thurs, 9/7 - 12/16; By Appointment Only diploma and credit recovery students. Focus is on
HiSET® Prepping for the Tests strengthening reading, writing, speaking and other
HiSET® pre-testing, test-taking strategies, and communication skills aligned to the College and
skill building are offered to prepare students for Career Readiness Standards. Class days and times
successful completion of Maine’s High School subject to change based on student enrollment
Equivalency Test (HiSET®) formerly known as the needs. This class is not open enrollment.
GED. Online learning is set up with our ABE Registration closes mid-September.
Coordinator. Instructor: Shelley Goad
Instructors: Cathy Giuffre-Renaud/Tom Durkin Tuesdays, 9/7 - 12/21, 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Tues & Weds, 9/7 - 12/22, 9:00 - 11:00 AM Adult Ed Math
HiSET® Math Learning Lab This high school credit course is open to high school
This learning lab supports students preparing for diploma and credit recovery students. Focus is on
the HiSET® mathematics test. Instruction covers strengthening math skills aligned to the College and
test-taking skills as well as problem solving strategies Career Readiness Standards. Class days and times
in the content areas of Algebra, Geometry, subject to change based on student enrollment
Statistics, Number Operations and more. This class needs. This class is not open enrollment.
is a hybrid model of in-person and remote as needed. Registration closes mid-September.
Instructor: Jessica Conley Instructor: Romolo Marcoccio
Mondays, 9/13 - 12/20, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM Tuesdays, 9/7 - 12/21, 4:00 - 7:00 PM
6 Contact our ABE Coordinator at 207-892-1819 to Register for Classes and Testing.
College Prep/Planning
To Register: Visit: www.windham.maineadulted.org or Call: 207-892-1819
Ready to Take the Next Step? MainePre-College
College and Career Access
Courses at SMCC
ACCUPLACER TESTING College Success
The Accuplacer college placement test will This course focuses on essential skills of a successful
help determine your readiness for college student - study skills, time management, decision
making strategies, financial literacy, career pathways
college level classes. Call 207-892-1819 to
exploration, and building writing skills. Taking this class
schedule your FREE placement test. fulfills the FIGS requirement and is worth one college
credit at SMCC.
COLLEGE & CAREER GUIDANCE Mondays, 9/13 - 11/8, 4:00 - 7:00 PM
We can help you prepare for college or Location: SMCC Campus
training and set you up for career success! Math Essentials for College
You know you want to take that step Would you like to go to college, but haven’t done math
toward something more! in years? Do you want to boost your Accuplacer score?
This course covers the basics including fractions,
We can help point you in the right direction.
percentages, proportions as well as applications. The
Accuplacer test will be given at the beginning and end
FINANCIAL & ADMISSIONS HELP of the semester. All materials will be provided by the
instructor.
Everyone’s financial situation is different.
Tuesdays, 9/14 - 11/9, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
We will help you find ways to fund your dreams!
Location: SMCC Campus
Not sure how to get started filling out
FAFSA financial aid forms? We can help!
Pre-College Reading & Writing
This online class will focus on getting student’s reading
Call us at 207-892-1819 to make an and writing to the college level as measured by the
appointment and get started. Accuplacer test.
Class Dates: 8/30 - 12/17
Location: SMCC Online
FMI contact our
The 2021 early financial aid sign up date for Career Pathways/College Transitions (CP/CT)
FAFSA is 10/1/21, apply early for the best Coordinator at 207-892-1819
financial packages!
Is the college application process feeling overwhelming?
Don’t worry - we can help you navigate the application process, look for grants
and scholarships, and even set up college tours.
DON’T LET PAPERWORK STAND IN THE WAY OF YOUR SUCCESS!
Contact our CP/CT Coordinator at 207-892-1819 to Take the Next Step. 7
For Speakers of Other Languages
To Register: Visit: www.windham.maineadulted.org or Call: 207-892-1819
An appointment is required to register Typing Skills for All
This class is designed for students to learn or
during the semester for all ESOL classes.
improve typing skills. These skills are essential for
All ESOL and Adult Basic Education (ABE)
success in many other classes and in everyday life.
classes are open enrollment unless
Good typing skills also make it easier to navigate
otherwise stated. mobile devices such as tablets and cellphones.
These free classes are either held at the Students will be enrolled in the professional
WRAE Learning Center or held hybrid, version of Typing.com, an online learning software
in-person and online. that uses lessons, games, and more to take the
No classes on 10/11, 11/11, and 11/25. learner from beginner to advance in a series of
Class end dates are subject to change. self-paced lessons done from home. The teacher
will monitor progress and provide encouragement
Computers for ESOL and ABE and suggestions for improvement. Students who do
Becoming comfortable with technology is necessary
not have a keyboard-based laptop, desktop, or other
in our personal and professional lives. This class is
technology may be eligible for a loaned device while
for students with beginner-level understanding of
participating in this course.
computers and other tools of technology. The goal is
for students to improve their computer literacy skills Instructor: Bill Keller
and become comfortable with technology. This class Various Days & Times, 9/7 - 12/22
is offered virtually and in-person as needed. Students Citizenship and ELL Civics Education
meet with the instructor for two one-hour sessions Improve English speaking, reading and writing skills
per week at various times. with civic education focus while preparing for the
Instructor: Bill Keller Naturalization test. Mini lessons developed to cover
Various Days & Times, 9/7 - 12/22, two one-hour blocks topics ranging from American Government, American
Reading Basics/ESOL Tutoring History, Geography, and Rights & Responsibilities of
Students will practice reading, writing, speaking U.S. Citizens.
and listening in English using topics from the Instructor: Shelley Goad
community to world events, science/technology Tuesdays, 9/14 - 12/14, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
and more. This course will help prepare students
for success in life skills, workplace, and academics. Math for ESOL
Students will practice writing to express opinions This course is for ESOL students who wish to improve
and ideas, summarize, and share information and math skills on assessments in order to make strides
personal stories. This course is for ESOL students in their personal and professional lives. Students
Levels 3, 4, and 5 (CASAS scores 191-220). Students whose goals are to follow either college or career
will be expected to complete weekly homework pathways are welcome to call the ABE Coordinator to
assignments. set up an appointment for registration.
Instructor: Jeri Blais
Instructor: Sandy Warren
Thursdays, 9/9 - 12/16, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Tuesdays, 9/21 - 12/14, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
8 Contact our ABE Coordinator at 207-892-1819 to Register for Classes.
For Speakers of Other Languages
To Register: Visit: www.windham.maineadulted.org or Call: 207-892-1819
Emergent Level ESOL (Morning) Beginning Level ESOL (Evening)
This course is ideal for students who have little-to-no Students will practice reading everyday English
English-speaking ability. The four essential skills of used in the community, such as newspapers,
communication will be studied: listening, speaking, doctor’s instructions and mail. The class will also give
reading and writing. Students who test in the ESL students practice writing basic English sentences
Levels 2-3 (CASAS scores 200 and below). and paragraphs through letter writing, short stories
Note: The nature of this class requires a computer with good and more. This course is for ESOL students who test
internet capability as well as Zoom app downloaded prior to between 191-200 on CASAS reading test (ESL 3).
first day of class. If a student misses 3 classes, student will be No class 11/24.
withdrawn. May re-enroll in the next session and when able to
Note: The nature of this class requires a computer with good
commit to schedule.
internet capability as well as Zoom app downloaded prior to
Instructor: Sandy Warren first day of class. If a student misses 3 classes, student will be
Zoom/Virtual, Tuesdays, 9/21 - 12/14, 8:00 - 9:00 AM withdrawn. May re-enroll in the next session and when able to
commit to schedule.
Emergent Level ESOL (Evening)
This course is ideal for students who have little-to-no Instructor: Sandy Warren
English-speaking ability. The four essential skills of Zoom/Virtual, Mon & Weds, 9/20 - 12/15, 8:00 - 9:30 PM
communication will be studied: listening, speaking, Intermediate Level ESOL
reading and writing. Students who test in the ESL This program assists students in reading, writing,
Levels 2-3 (CASAS scores 200 and below). speaking and listening in English. Prerequisite:
No class 11/24. Completion of Beginning Level ESOL or appropriate
Note: The nature of this class requires a computer with good
scores on CASAS reading literacy test (201-220,
internet capability as well as Zoom app downloaded prior to
first day of class. If a student misses 3 classes, student will be ESL Levels 4-5). Students must meet with the ABE
withdrawn. May re-enroll in the next session and when able to Coordinator for registration and testing. Runs virtually
commit to schedule. over Zoom. No class 11/24.
Instructor: Sandy Warren Note: The nature of this class requires a computer with good
internet capability as well as Zoom app downloaded prior to
Zoom/Virtual, Mon & Weds, 9/20 - 12/15, 5:00 - 6:00 PM
first day of class. If a student misses 3 classes, student will be
Beginning Level ESOL (Morning) withdrawn. May re-enroll in the next session and when able to
Students will practice reading everyday English used commit to schedule.
in the community, such as newspapers, doctor’s Instructor: Sandy Warren
instructions and mail. The class will also give Zoom/Virtual, Mon & Weds, 9/20 - 12/15, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
students practice writing basic English sentences
and paragraphs through letter writing, short stories Advanced Level ESOL
and more. This course is for ESOL students who test This course is designed for students who have some
between 191-200 on CASAS reading test (ESL 3). advanced English language skills. Students will
Note: A student who misses 3 classes will be withdrawn. practice communication skills in everyday situations
May re-enroll in the next session and when able to commit to and build a larger vocabulary through listening,
schedule. speaking, reading, writing and grammar activities.
Instructor: Shelley Goad The use of technology will also be integrated.
Thursdays, 9/16 - 12/16, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Prerequisite: Completion of Intermediate Level ESOL
or appropriate score on CASAS test (221-235+,
ESL 6 and above).
Instructor: Carol Durkin
Tues & Weds, 9/28 - 12/22, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Contact our ABE Coordinator at 207-892-1819 to Register for Classes. 9
Career Pathways/Medical
To Register: Visit: www.windham.maineadulted.org or Call: 207-892-1819
CPR Pharmacy Technician
CPR class includes: adult, child and infant CPR and Accelerated Training Course
AED use, adult, child and infant choking, and how This intensive training program prepares you to
and when to call emergency services. The course successfully take the Pharmacy Technician Certification
cost includes use of the manikins, DVD, certified Board Exam. As a Pharmacy Technician, you will assist
instructor, practical components, and a certificate of the Pharmacist in every aspect of the daily running of
completion. The video portion has been shortened, the pharmacy: preparing medications, receiving and
and the practical time has been increased to ensure verifying prescriptions, helping customers, plus many
everyone has enough time to gain confidence in other vital tasks. This is a growing profession with great
their skills. This class is taught to the standards salaries and benefits. Due to the accelerated nature of
established by the American Heart Association. this course, which runs approximately 8 to 10 weeks,
The workbook is not included with this class. it’s recommended that students be able to grasp the
Only one section is needed for your certification. concepts and content quickly. The instructor has
*If you would like a workbook, please indicate on created two YouTube instructional videos per week
your registration form. Cost of the book is $10. followed by a weekly virtual class on Zoom for questions
and review. Students with prior medical experience,
Instructor: Charissa Kerr CNA’s, CRMA’s, or even PCA’s are strongly encouraged
Section 1: Thursday, 10/7, 6:00 - 9:00 PM to register. High School diploma is required.
Section 2: Thursday, 10/14, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Section 3: Tuesday, 11/16, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Instructor: Savannah Chadbourne, CPhT
Section 4: Thursday, 12/9, 6:00 - 9:00 PM Start Date: Monday, 10/4, 6:00 - 8:00 PM, Zoom Meeting
Location: Windham Veterans Center Location: Zoom/Virtual
Fee: $54 per section Fee: FREE (Only 10 Spaces Available)
Please Note – Each person will be required to wear a mask.
There will be disposable masks available if one is needed. Please be sure to contact WRAE
Manikins are assigned and each are cleaned and disinfected about how to obtain your textbook and workbook
prior to each class. Everyone is given gloves to use for materials at 207-892-1819.
practical scenarios involving shared equipment.
The Accelerated Pharmacy Technician
program is part of the Bridges to Advancement
in Healthcare project, a collaboration between
the adult education programs in Cumberland
County. The project provides innovative training
opportunities and supports to remove barriers
for adults who seek to enter or advance in the
healthcare field. Funded by the State of Maine
Department of Education.
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To Register: Visit: www.windham.maineadulted.org or Call: 207-892-1819
Contact Tracing Medical Coding with CPC Certification
According to the Medscape Coronavirus Resource This is a 20-week, in-depth medical coding for CPC
Center, at least 44 states and the District of certification. This program is designed to teach all
Columbia have begun expanding their contact aspects of medical coding and provide you the skills
tracing workforce. To help meet the need for training needed to become nationally certified and get into
for contact tracers, we are offering this course the job market as a Certified Coder. This certificate
based on CDC and public health guidelines. program is taught by a Certified Medical Coder and
includes Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology,
This contact tracer training will provide you with a
CPC exam, AAPC membership, 3 practice CPC tests
skill which is in demand on the job market. While
and all books. Basic computer skills are required.
taking this training does not guarantee that you
will become employed as a contact tracer, the Instructor: Academy of Medical Professionals
information and skills you learn in the course will Thursdays, 10/14 - 3/24, 5:30 - 8:00 PM
Location: Online
provide you with skills necessary to be considered
Fee: $3,750 (Payment Plans Available)
for employment.
Instructor: LERN Online Instructor
Phlebotomy with CPT Certification
Mon - Fri, 10/4 - 10/29, Work at Your Own Pace Become Nationally Certified in 10 weeks as a
Location: Online Phlebotomy Technician by professionals in the
Fee: $299 industry. Our course is all-inclusive, and in-depth.
You will be able to perform basic phlebotomy
Dental Assistant procedures, evaluate patients for ability to withstand
This is a 10-week Certificate program in Dental
venipuncture procedure, explain the venipuncture
Assisting for one of the most high-demand careers.
procedure and answer patient questions, perform
This program is designed to teach all aspects of
basic point of care testing, such as blood glucose
dental assisting and provide you the skills you need
levels on patients, prepare blood, urine, and other
to work in this field and pass a national certificate
body fluid specimens for testing according to
exam. This program is taught by a dentist and
established standards. Registration fee includes
includes an opportunity for internships. We now offer
national certification, books, resume and job
an option for lab days please ask for more details!
assistance.
The price of the course includes all books, exam
preparation materials and fees for the DANB RHS® Instructor: Academy of Medical Professionals
certificate program. Upon passing the DANB RHS®, Tues & Thurs, 10/12 - 3/22, 5:30 - 8:30 PM
Location: Online
you will receive a certificate of knowledge based on
Fee: $2,500 (Payment Plans Available)
competency for that component from DANB®.
CDA, RHS are registered trademarks of the Dental Call Academy of Medical Professions
Assisting National Board, Inc. (DANB). This course is 866-516-8274 or 207-721-0714
not reviewed or endorsed by DANB. or email
Instructor: Academy of Medical Professionals info@academyofmedicalprofessions.com
Mondays, 10/18 - 12/20, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Online
Fee: $2,500 (Payment Plans Available)
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informative, fun, paced online Career Training Program. begin monthly, are project-oriented
convenient, affordable, You can begin these Programs at any and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on
and highly interactive. time and learn at your own pace. assignments, discussion areas,
We focus on creating Receive your Certificate of Completion. supplementary links, and more.
supportive communities
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Substitute Teacher Training
Behavior Health Professional
Whether you are just thinking about subbing or are
a seasoned veteran looking to add some fresh ideas Certification Training
and “tools” to your repertoire, you’ll thoroughly enjoy Our community is looking for individuals who want
this professional development opportunity. You will to make a difference in a child’s life. Children’s
get to tour several schools within the RSU 14 District Behavioral Health Services are vital to Maine’s
and will meet various RSU 14 staff members. children with Intellectual Disabilities, Autism and
Learn about the required substitute paperwork and Mental Health Disorders and their families.
protocol, strategies to keep students on task, tips to The need in our area is great!
make lessons more appealing to reluctant learners We are excited to connect our community to this
along with tried and true behavior modifiers from our wonderful ONLINE training program. The online
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) training will equip you to help children who are
Program. Participants completing the training will receiving Behavioral Health services. The training
receive a differential upon subbing for RSU 14. will prepare you for employment through local social
Instructor: Christine Fredette services providers. The training can be started at
Tuesdays, 9/28 - 10/19, 6:00 - 8:00 PM any time and finished at your own pace.
Location: WHS - Katahdin Classroom 1 You will complete 12 online modules and 12 hours
Fee: $29 of live instruction (offered virtually). An online
Mastering Computer Skills Bloodborne Pathogens training, as well as Child &
for the Workplace Adult First Aid & CPR training, will be made available
Must-have skills to succeed in the workplace include to you, if you do not already possess those
the ability to create, edit and manage presentations certifications. The entire training takes about 45
in MS PowerPoint, documents in MS Word, email and hours to complete. Registration is ongoing until June
calendars in MS Outlook, and spreadsheets in 30, 2022.
MS Excel. Microsoft Office Suite of applications is the Any individual who will be 18 years of age or older
most used software tool in the world. Stay current upon completion of the course may register.
with this class, as it is always up-to-date and will (Individuals must be at least 18 and have a high
change as the features of MS Office change over school diploma or equivalent to get certified.)
time. Master the most common uses so that you can
See Blended Learning Curriculum at Woodfords
work faster and more efficiently and can take your
Family Service for more information at
computer skills from plain and drab to exciting and
www.woodfords.org/bhp-program/
engaging. You will leave class with a set of skills that
are a workplace requirement in today’s fast paced Presenter: Woodfords Family Services
ever-changing environment and will enable your Start Any Time: 9/13 - 12/17, At Your Own Pace
Location: Online
future career success.
Fee: $25
Instructor: LERN Online Instructor
Section 1: Mon - Fri, 9/7 - 10/1, At Your Own Pace
Section 2: Mon - Fri, 10/4 - 10/29, At Your Own Pace
Location: Online
Fee: $195 per section
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To Register: Visit: www.windham.maineadulted.org or Call: 207-892-1819
Work for Yourself @50+ Digital Reporting
Are you over 50 and looking for ways to improve your Explore the world of digital court reporting in
current financial situation? Work for Yourself @50+ courtroom and freelance settings. There is a huge
has the information you need to succeed. It will help need for more digital reporters, and you can work
you gain the knowledge, support, and resources you from home. Find out about court proceedings,
need to make informed decisions about working for recording components and producing Annotations.
yourself and take the right first steps toward Learn about the professional integrity, physical and
successful self-employment. emotional stamina, and terminology needed to be
The decision to start your own business can be both successful in digital reporting. Finally, get the basics
exciting and daunting. Work for Yourself @50+ about the tools of the trade, the equipment needed,
breaks the choices down for older adults in an maintenance and troubleshooting, and how digital
approachable way through five steps; it is a careful reporters do research on the internet. Digital
consideration of the potential benefits and risks of reporting could be the new career for you.
working for yourself. Instructor: LERN Online Instructor
Section 1: Mon - Fri, 9/7 - 10/1, At Your Own Pace
Instructor: Karleen Andrews Section 2: Mon - Fri, 10/4 - 10/29, At Your Own Pace
Section 1: Thursday, 10/14, 6:30 - 8:00 PM Location: Online
Section 2: Thursday, 11/18, 10:00 - 11:30 AM Fee: $195 per section
Location: Zoom/Virtual
Fee: Free Introduction to QuickBooks Online
Business Basics This six-week class is designed to introduce
This class covers the basics of a business plan, students to the basics of Quickbooks Online. It is
marketing, cash planning and is suitable for those not required that students have a subscription to
thinking about or in the early start-up phase of a Quickbooks Online. Students will be introduced to
new business. It will help you assess the feasibility, the dashboard, navigation bar, settings menu, and
desirability, and viability of your business idea and global create button. Additionally, students will be
get you started with your plan. shown how to do the following: create a company,
set up a few accounts and create a list of products
Instructor: Karleen Andrews
and services, add customers and vendors, create
Wednesdays, 10/6 - 10/20, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Location: Zoom/Virtual invoices and sales receipts, and enter bills and
Fee: Free expenses. Independent practice will be impossible
for students who do not have a subscription.
Tax Readiness for the Self-Employed However, a part of each hour-long class involves
Learn how to organize your financial records, asking students to volunteer to give instructions as
understand your tax responsibilities, become familiar to where to go to complete certain tasks to review
with tax forms, and file your taxes with confidence. what they have learned.
This workshop is designed for sole-proprietors.
Instructor: Brenda Dolloff
Instructor: Karleen Andrews Thursdays, 10/21 - 12/2, 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Wednesday, 10/27, 6:30 - 7:30 PM Location: Zoom/Virtual
Location: Zoom/Virtual Fee: $69
Fee: Free
14Enrichment/Freelance
To Register: Visit: www.windham.maineadulted.org or Call: 207-892-1819
Introduction to Fictional Writing Digital Photography 101
Designed specifically for those with little to no fiction This three-week instructional photography course
writing experience, find your pathway toward your will cover: how a camera works, technical
fiction writing goals. Learn the basic building blocks terminology, exposure modes, manual exposure,
of story: character, plot and setting. Then find out light, composition, recommended equipment for
the different forms of fiction writing and some of the all photographers, post production for digital
genres you might like to explore. photographers and much more. Students should
Whether you’ve never written a word of fiction, or have a basic knowledge of their camera including
haven’t written since high school or college, you will how to change exposure modes, ISO, aperture and
complete the course with the skills you need to get shutter speed. Students should bring to class a
started. Create a new work of fiction, or revive an old digital single lens reflex (DSLR) camera or a
one that’s been sitting in your bottom drawer. mirrorless interchangeable lens camera (MILC) as
well as their camera manual.
Instructor: LERN Online Instructor
Section 1: Mon - Fri, 9/7 - 10/1, At Your Own Pace Instructor: Richard Snow
Section 2: Mon - Fri, 10/4 - 10/29, At Your Own Pace Tuesdays, 10/19 - 11/2, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Online Location: WHS, Room 130
Fee: $195 per section Fee: $69
Podcasting
Businesses are turning to podcasting to grow their
brand and connect with customers. People with a
niche hobby are turning podcasts into a business.
Podcasting is experiencing a rebirth as mobile
devices are everywhere. The intimate nature of the
audio medium allows potential clients to get to know
who you are and determine if you are the kind of
company with which they want to do business.
Learn how to take your business or hobby and turn it
Beginning Genealogy into a podcast. This step-by-step class will take you
Learn how to get started learning about and from start to finish and cover the required elements
recording your family tree. We will begin with the needed to get your show online. Come to class with
very basics and move forward. How fast we progress your idea and end with your show online for all to
and how far we get depends on class experience hear.
and desire. Instructor: LERN Online Instructor
Instructor: Jamie Hyde Section 1: Mon - Fri, 9/7 - 10/1, At Your Own Pace
Tuesdays, 10/5 - 11/2, 6:00 - 8:00 PM Section 2: Mon - Fri, 10/4 - 10/29, At Your Own Pace
Location: Facebook/Virtual Location: Online
Fee: $64 Fee: $245 per section
15Enrichment/Outdoors
To Register: Visit: www.windham.maineadulted.org or Call: 207-892-1819
Fall Foliage Kayak Covered Bridge Tour Wilderness Survival Basics
Looking for a new perspective to see the vibrant Are you interested in hiking, camping, snowmobiling,
colors of fall? Join us on this leaf-peeping kayak boating, or basic survival in the Maine woods?
outing! This is a fun and relaxing way to get out Then this course is for you! Instructed by a local
and enjoy the hues of autumn. Maine Guide, this course is specifically designed to
After a brief paddling demonstration lead by a build confidence for all your outdoor adventures.
Registered Maine Guide, this outing will begin at Instructor: Kevin Frost, Registered Maine Guide
the historical Gambo Dam and meander upstream Tuesday, 10/12, 4:30 - 7:30 PM
of the Presumpscot River. You will be able to Location: WRAE, Learning Center - CL
appreciate the quiet sounds of nature as the birds Fee: $49
overhead continue south for the winter, fish surface Map, Compass and GPS Basics
for a snack and the vivid colors pop off the glassy Basic map, compass & GPS covers all you need to
stream. know to get started. Learn how to read a map, plan
This adventure will continue to the renowned a route and develop a better understanding of how
Covered Bridge for a perfect photo opportunity. navigation works. This course is instructed by a local
On the return, the guide will share stories about Maine Guide and is specifically designed to build
the immense impact this river had on shaping the confidence for all outdoor adventures. Please bring
Sebago Lakes region in its infancy. a notebook and pen.
Instructor: Bill & Katelyn Allen, Sebago Paddling Company Instructor: Kevin Frost, Registered Maine Guide
Section 1: Saturday, 9/25, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Tuesday, 10/19, 4:30 - 7:30 PM
Section 2: Saturday, 10/2, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Location: WRAE, Learning Center - CL
Section 3: Saturday, 10/9, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Fee: $49
Location: End of Soccer Drive, Windham, ME 04062
Fee: $39 per section
Backyard Poultry - Wintering
Winter is just around the corner and if your chickens
aren’t kept warm enough they will stop producing
eggs and could possibly get sick. In this class we will
cover what it will take to winter your chickens, keep
them warm, and what type of feed to give them so
they will continue to provide eggs for you and keep
them happy.
Instructor: Melanie Locke, Blue Seal
Monday, 10/18, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: WRAE, Learning Center - LC
Fee: Free
16Enrichment/Outdoors
To Register: Visit: www.windham.maineadulted.org or Call: 207-892-1819
Recycling 101 Forest Therapy
Have you wondered where your recycling is actually We invite you to join Maureen LaSalle, of Leaf it
going and how it’s made into something new? Join Behind, for a 2 to 3 hour therapeutic forest
Katrina Venhuizen, Senior Environmental Educator, bathing walk. Maureen is a trained guide with the
to learn more about what’s in your recycling bin, Association of Nature and Forest Therapists.
where these items end up, and how to reduce your Through a series of invitations, this leisurely walk
household waste and carbon footprint while creating will immerse participants in the natural beauty of
a stronger community. the woods in late summer. Forest bathing has been
Instructor: Katrina Venhuizen
shown to lower blood pressure, prevent stress and
Tuesday, 10/26, 6:00 - 7:00 PM anxiety, increase cognitive functions and boost
Location: Zoom/Virtual immunity - things we can all benefit from during
Fee: Free these challenging times. Maureen uses techniques
that encourage participants to tune into their senses
Taking the Stink Out of Trash (Compost)
and be present in the beauty of what is around them.
Taking the Stink out of Trash (compost): From your
backyard to an industrial composting facility, we’ll This guided session will bring participants no further
go over all the ways available to make sure your than a ½ mile walking distance. Attendees must be
food scraps are contributing to local soil production 16 years or older. Pets are not allowed. The “extreme
instead of sitting in a landfill! Join Katrina Venhuizen, weather” reschedule date will be emailed to students
ecomaine Senior Environmental Educator, in if required. A list of items each student must bring
learning more about what’s in your trash can and with them will be included in your email receipt. We
how to reduce your household waste. are limiting each group to 6 participants. Masks are
required and proper social distancing will be
Instructor: Katrina Venhuizen
Monday, 11/8, 6:00 - 7:00 PM maintained.
Location: Zoom/Virtual Instructor: Maureen LaSalle
Fee: Free Section 1: Saturday, 9/25, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
Section 2: Saturday, 10/16, 9:00 - 11:00 AM
There’s No Such Thing as Away
Location: Leaf it Behind, 483 Gray Rd. Windham, ME
Have you ever wondered what happens to your Fee: $35 per section
trash after you throw it “away?” We’re here to tell
you, and it’ll probably surprise you. Join Katrina
Venhuizen, Senior Enviromental Educator, to learn
how your household waste is turned into renewable
energy and what you can do to further reduce the
space your household’s waste is taking up in landfills.
Instructor: Katrina Venhuizen
Tuesday 12/14, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Location: Zoom/Virtual
Fee: Free
17Enrichment/Home & Family
To Register: Visit: www.windham.maineadulted.org or Call: 207-892-1819
Everyday ASL The Teen Brain
Community & Communication One of the most turbulent periods in brain
Have you found yourself standing next to a deaf development occurs during adolescence. The teen
person in a line wishing you could say hello to them brain actually functions very differently from the
or are you at work wanting to be able to offer adult brain. Certain kinds of thinking, such as
assistance to a deaf customer in finding something? decision-making, actually happen in different parts
Maybe there are aging people in your family that of the brain for adolescents and adults.
need you to use strategies to be able to continue Understanding these complex changes can help
communicating with you? This is a non-traditional calm the rough seas of the teen years, but also
ASL class that allows you to learn immediate provide your teen with critical support and
communication and cultural strategies based in understanding that will promote better decision-
ASL that can be applied in your everyday life. making, better mental health, and better outcomes
This is a highly interactive class, please wear at school.
comfortable clothing and shoes.
Come find out the important ways in which the teen
Instructor: Regan Thibodeau brain is developing. Identify behaviors and attitudes
Thursday, 9/16 - 11/4, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
that are influenced by these changes. Then, learn to
Location: WRAE, Learning Center - LC
Fee: $129 offer constructive strategies for establishing a better
understanding and communication with your
How to Plan a Disney World Vacation amazing teen.
Are you planning a Walt Disney World vacation?
Looking for someone to break down your options, Instructor: Online Instructor
Section 1: Mon - Fri, 9/7 - 10/1, At Your Own Pace
guide you through this daunting process, and help
Section 2: Mon - Fri, 10/4 - 10/29, At Your Own Pace
you get the most out of your vacation and budget? Location: Online
If so, join us and get personal insight on all things Fee: $195 per section
Disney World!! This includes theme parks, water
parks, ticket options, resort options, dining options, Be a Hero - Be a Foster or Adoptive Parent
dining plans, seasonal events, tours, dinner shows, Did you know that YOU could be the life-changing
unique experiences, and even MagicBands. We’ll also person for a child here in Maine? Yes, YOU can
discuss the pros and cons of using a travel agency become a foster or adoptive parent! Come learn
vs. booking the vacation yourself, staying on Disney about what it means to be a foster/adoptive parent
property vs. off-site, and relying on Disney and the different ways you can help Maine children.
transportation vs. renting a vehicle. See how to factor There is a special need for people who can care for
in seasonal park crowd levels, average monthly infants, sibling groups, and adolescents while also
temperatures, and rainy days into your plans. Gain supporting the reunification process. There are also
some insight on how to think through your budget as over 100 children waiting to find a forever family.
we look at potential expenses and consider ways to Join us for this informational meeting and take that
save money in various areas of your vacation. very first step to becoming a resource family.
Instructor: David Murch Instructor: Stephanie Eklund
Thursday, 11/18, 5:30 - 8:00 PM Monday, 10/4, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Location: WRAE - Learning Center - LC Location: WRAE, Learning Center - LC
Fee: Free Fee: Free
18Enrichment/Music
To Register: Visit: www.windham.maineadulted.org or Call: 207-892-1819
Music Fundamentals - Section 1
This course is designed for the absolute beginner
in music. Reading music is fundamental to building
Beginner Guitar skills necessary to succeed in music! Over the course
Come join a class where you can have fun while of four sessions, you will be able to recognize note
learning to play a guitar. All that’s needed is a guitar names, note types, articulations, dynamic, and tempo
and the same desire you have always had. Reading markings. Using a free web-based software called
music is a skill not needed. This class will progress flat.io, you’ll be able to not only place the notes on
at a pace that all can accomplish and understand. the page, but also be able to hear what you’ve
Our self-taught instructor believes that with a little created in real time. Hands on learning approach
push start, everyone can make music and reach designed to be an easy first go at the world of music.
the objective to be a guitar player. The first class a
guitar is required, second class Electronic tuner and Musical Harmony - Section 2
Capo needed. Any questions, feel free to contact the This class expands on the skills from the first class
instructor at perinator@myfairpoint.net. and explores aspects of harmony, melody, and
interval training. Strong emphasis is placed on proper
Instructor: Perry Schlanger
techniques of part writing with a goal of writing
Wednesdays, 9/22 - 10/27, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
for two instruments in harmony. Class will work on
Location: WMS, Music Room
Fee: $39 interval recognition to help with being able to know
what kind of harmony works for the music they want
to create.
Music Composition - Section 3
This class is a culmination of skills learned in the
previous classes and will have you composing music
from the get go! This class will explore harmony even
further and go into chord structure and chord
progressions that are found in the most popular
music from Mozart to today! Classes will focus on
Line Dancing proper melodic writing for chords learned, best
Come join the fun with Flamin’ Raymin’ & Sizzlin’ practices for basic 4-part chorale writing, and
Suzzin’ as we kick up our heels to various genres of creation of original pieces!
music for some fun (and exercise) as we do beginner Note: Each class, Music 1, 2, & 3 are designed to take
to intermediate dances! The focus will be on having in order before taking the next section. Personal laptops
fun while learning some new dance moves! Bring and free software are required for these courses.
your comfortable dancin’ shoes and a smile.
Instructor: Josh Witham
Instructors: Flamin’ Raymin’ & Sizzlin’ Suzzin’ Section 1: Wednesdays, 9/15 - 10/6, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Section 1: Tuesdays, 9/21 - 10/26, 6:30 - 7:45 PM Section 2: Wednesdays, 10/13 - 11/3, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Section 2: Tuesdays, 11/2 - 12/7, 6:30 - 7:45 PM Section 3: Wednesdays, 11/10 - 12/8, 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Location: Windham Town Hall - Gym Location: Virtual
Fee: $44 per section Fee: $59 per section
19Enrichment/Arts & Crafts
To Register: Visit: www.windham.maineadulted.org or Call: 207-892-1819
Pottery: An Invitation to Clay Watercolor - Intermediate/Advanced
This beginning clay class will cover the basics of Students must have experience with watercolor and
throwing on the potter’s wheel and hand building be able to work independently. There will be weekly
techniques to create mugs, bowls and other exciting critiques and a review of techniques. Some painting
pieces. This “fun-paced” course is designed to get outside of class is required.
your “juices flowing” and trying something new. The Instructor: Charlene Lee
stages of clay, from creating the piece all the way Wednesdays, 10/6 - 11/10, 1:00 - 3:30 PM
through the firing process, will be discussed. All levels Location: Windham Veterans Center
and abilities are welcomed. Bring your ideas and we Fee: $69
will help you create them.
Instructor: Guenola Lefeuvre
Mondays, 10/18 - 12/20, 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Location: Windham High School - Room 305
Fee: $169
DO YOU HAVE A
CRAFTY CLASS
IDEA?
Holiday Wreath Making
Continue a Maine tradition of wreath making and put
the fragrance of Christmas in your home this holiday
season. Using balsam boughs, we will guide you
through the step-by-step process of making your 24”
wreath. Join us to kick off the season and get in the
holiday spirit. All supplies for the class are provided
CALL US AT WRAE by Woodlot Managment. Additional supplies are
AND LET US KNOW! available upon request.
207-892-1819
Instructor: Woodlot Management & Products
Wednesday, 11/17, 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Location: WHS - Open Cafeteria
Fee: $14 plus $12 for supplies paid to instructor
20Enrichment/Arts & Crafts
To Register: Visit: www.windham.maineadulted.org or Call: 207-892-1819
Fall Serenity Ghostly Night
Section 1: Mondays, 9/20 - 9/27, 7:30 - 8:30 PM Section 2: Mon, 10/4 & Tues, 10/12, 7:30 - 8:30 PM
Painting with Becky - Beginner/Intermediate
Join Becky Catroppa online for two fun-filled evenings learning to recreate one of these fine art
masterpieces. Using easy to work with acrylic paints, Becky will guide you through the process of laying
out your canvas, applying your paint, choosing colors, and many other techniques she has developed
throughout her professional career. The goal of these classes is to have fun and learn a bit about
painting along the way! Becky’s fall series includes some fun and enchanting impressionistic pieces
you can hang in your home throughout the season.
*A supply list and Zoom login information will be included with all email receipts for registrations.
Instructor: Rebecca Catroppa
Section 1: Fall Serenity - Mondays, 9/20 - 9/27, 7:30 - 8:30 PM
Section 2: Ghostly Night - Mon, 10/4 & Tues, 10/12, 7:30 - 8:30 PM
Section 3: A Winter’s Eve - Mondays, 11/15 - 11/22, 7:30 - 8:30 PM
Section 4: Holiday Transit - Mondays, 11/29 - 12/6, 7:30 - 8:30 PM
Location: Zoom/Virtual
Fee: $29 per section (supplies not included in price)
A Winter’s Eve Holiday Transit
Section 3: Mondays, 11/15 - 11/22, 7:30 - 8:30 PM Section 4: Mondays, 11/29 - 12/6, 7:30 - 8:30 PM
21Enrichment/Planning & Retirement
To Register: Visit: www.windham.maineadulted.org or Call: 207-892-1819
Medicare Basics, What You Need to Know Planning Your Retirement
Do you or a loved one need help understanding your This seminar covers preparing for and navigating
options with Medicare? Did you know there are two through retirement. Topics covered: weathering job
ways to get your Medicare: Original Medicare and transitions, preserving your future, breaking your
Medicare Advantage? When should you take Part A, planning into manageable steps, and identifying and
Part B? Do I need a Medigap (supplement) Plan, a mitigating risk that can throw off financial and
Prescription Drug Plan (Part D)? How do Marketplace retirement goals.
Plans work with Medicare? Are you already enrolled Presenter: Mark Morrison
in Medicare and want to better understand your Wednesday, 11/17, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
choices for switching plans and potentially saving Location: WRAE, Learning Center - CL
money during the Annual Open Enrollment Period Fee: Free
beginning in October? If you have answered YES to
Preparing Your Estate Plan
any of these questions, then this session is for you.
Do you know where your assets will go when you die?
Sponsored by the Southern Maine Agency on Aging
If not, this seminar will help you and your family plan
our highly trained SHIP Counselors offer current,
for the future and show you how an estate plan puts
relevant, and unbiased information you can use to
you in control. This seminar focuses on strategies
make an informed decision about your health
you can use to care for the people and things they
insurance.
love most and how to leave a lasting and meaningful
This one hour course is generously offered free of legacy.
charge by the Southern Maine Area on Aging, Presenter: Mark Morrison
donations to SMAA are always gratefully accepted. Wednesday, 12/8, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Instructor: John Holland, Certified SMP/SHIP Location: WRAE, Learning Center - CL
Section 1: Tuesday, 9/7, 6:00 - 8:00 PM Fee: Free
Section 2: Tuesday, 10/5, 6:00 - 8:00 PM Advance Planning for Peace of Mind
Section 3: Tuesday, 11/2, 6:00 - 8:00 PM Preparing for funeral arrangements in advance,
Section 4: Tuesday, 12/7, 6:00 - 8:00 PM whether someone else’s or your own, can be a
Location: WRAE Learning Center - CL & Zoom/Virtual difficult task. There are many choices to be made,
Fee: Free but making them sooner rather than later-while
Your Medicare & Social Security Benefits heads are clear and feelings are manageable,
This seminar discusses the important things you protects your family from decisions that can be
need to know about Medicare and maximizing your clouded by strong emotions or financial stress. In
Social Security benefits; enrollment details and this class, we will discuss the benefits of advanced
deadlines, considerations for managing health care preparation including creating and funding a
options and costs in retirement, and how to make comprehensive funeral plan, Veteran & Mainecare
the most of your Social Security benefits. planning information, and how to best make your
wishes known to your loved ones.
Presenter: Mark Morrison
Wednesday, 10/13, 6:00 - 7:30 PM Presenter: David Floryan
Location: WRAE, Learning Center - CL Thursday, 10/28, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Fee: Free Location: Zoom/Virtual
Fee: Free
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