Focus on Technology – Fearrington Cares

Includes but not be limited to computer safety, “wired for monitoring” homes, AI, etc. (Hoping someone in Mary’s group will take this one). Covers high- and low-tech ways to make it easier for seniors to enjoy life and/or to age at home.

Spring is a Good Time to Consider the Security of Your Computer Equipment

A Message From the North Carolina Department of Information Technology

Spring is a Great Time to Do a ‘Digital Declutter’. Springtime means spring cleaning. Reviewing your passwords and privacy settings on your accounts and devices is a good way to help keep your personal information protected and safe for cybercriminals. Get these great security tips!

Spring is a Good Time to Consider the Security of Your Computer Equipment Jon Darling 2021-03-31T21:28:55-04:00

Free March 2021 On-Line Chatham County (NC) Library Computer Classes

MARCH 2021 On-Line Virtual Computer Classes

Click on the following blue hot-links to open detailed descriptions of each course content and the related registration links. Classes include | Intro to Facebook March 09, Tuesday, 3:00 pm | Microsoft Word: Beyond Basics March 17, Wednesday, 3:00 pm | and Google Apps March 24, Wednesday, 3:00 pm.

Free March 2021 On-Line Chatham County (NC) Library Computer Classes Jon Darling 2021-03-02T21:49:45-05:00

Chatham County (NC) February 2021 Online Classes

For Complete Details and to Register, CLICK on the graphic above.

Chatham County (NC) February 2021 Online Classes Jon Darling 2021-01-28T11:36:23-05:00

Chatham County (NC) Library Online Classes for December 2020

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Microsoft Word Basics Part 1 Learn how to create and format documents in Microsoft Word. This class is designed for beginners. Build on the concepts learned in Part 1. Create bulleted and numbered lists, insert charts & tables, add headers & footers, and more. Participants should have prior basic experience with Word.

Visit this site to read the details.

Chatham County (NC) Library Online Classes for December 2020 Jon Darling 2020-11-24T13:26:19-05:00

North Carolina Has Established a New COVID-19 County Alert System

New COVID-19 County Alert System The NC Department of Health and Human Services is pleased to start sharing important information. North Carolina is currently experiencing high levels of community transmission of COVID-19 statewide, but the virus is impacting some counties particularly hard.

The state has established a new COVID-19 County Alert System to help North Carolinians understand how their county is faring and take actions to slow the spread of the virus. Under the system, 53 counties are experiencing critical or substantial community spread, with the remaining counties seeing significant community spread. Learn more about how the system works and what steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones at: https://governor.nc.gov/news/north-carolina-introduces-covid-19-county-alert-system

North Carolina Has Established a New COVID-19 County Alert System Jon Darling 2020-11-18T22:57:26-05:00

Webinar Series: How to Spot & Avoid Imposters – Nov. 18 @ 1 PM ET

Free Webinar Explaining How to Spot and Avoid Scams & Phishing Schemes

A message from Village to Village Network*

Webinar Series: How to Spot & Avoid Imposters – Nov. 18 @ 1 PM ET, Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at 1:00 PM

Imposter scams can take many forms. Some imposters say they’re calling from the government or from a business with technical support expertise. Others pose as legitimate users of online dating sites or claim that they are a friend or family member with an emergency.

But they all involve a con artist who pretends to be someone you trust, to convince you to send money or personal information. This webinar will describe the various types of imposter scams, the warning signs of scams, and how to help your members avoid them.

To receive the link and password to Join this free ZOOM Meeting, CONTACT US at THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. Be sure to include your first and last name and your Fearrington Village address in your message. We will reply to provide the login credentials.

*Fearrington Cares is a member of the Village to Village Network.

Webinar Series: How to Spot & Avoid Imposters – Nov. 18 @ 1 PM ET Jon Darling 2020-11-08T15:40:22-05:00

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Be a Hero: Donate Blood

Thursday, May 13, 9:00 am—3:00 pm, The Fearrington Cares Center. Make your appointment to donate using this link: www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive- results?zipSponsor=Fearrington. You can also make an appointment by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS and using Sponsor Code “Fearrington.” (You may need to tell them you want to schedule here in Fearrington on May 13.) All donors will be asked to wear a mask.

Handyperson Services Resume

Fearrington Cares Handyperson volunteers can now once again help with minor non-emergency home repairs and small maintenance issues in homes where individuals have completed a vaccination regime. To request help, please call the Center 919-542-6877. We will share our protocols to keep you and our volunteers safe.

Medicare covers the COVID-19 vaccine, so there will be no cost to you. If anyone asks you to share your Medicare Number or pay for access to the vaccine, you can bet it’s a scam. Here’s what to know: • You can’t pay to put your name on a list to get the vaccine. • You can’t pay to get early access to a vaccine. • Don’t share your personal or financial information if someone calls, texts, or emails you promising access to the vaccine for a fee. If you come across a COVID-19 vaccine scam, report it to the Federal Trade Commission or call MEDICARE at 1-800-MEDICARE. And check out CDC.gov for trustworthy information on the COVID-19 vaccine.

Caregivers Support Group:

Wednesday April 21, 2021

12:30-2:00 p.m.

Parkinsons’ Support Group:

Wednesday, May 12, 2021

3:30-4:30 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings Resume

The AA Support Group has resumed in-person meetings. Please contact Karen Metzguer (karen@fearringtoncares.org) for information.

Foot Clinic Resumes

Appointments are now available for the foot clinic. If you are living with diabetes, neuropathy, or lower leg issues and would like to participate, please call the Center (919-542-6877) to learn more.

For the latest information on the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) disease, see this page located on the Resources menu tab.

CDC Advice: Use of Cloth Face Coverings to Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19. How to Wear a Cloth Face Covering, CDC on Homemade Cloth Face Coverings, How does one safely sterilize/clean a cloth face covering? How does one safely remove a used cloth face covering? Visit this CDC page.

COVID-19 Current Information Page

To a very small degree, Fearrington Village residents look to Fearrington Cares for information about health and well-being. Since accurate and current information is the bedrock of managing any potential threat to residents, Fearrington Cares is providing an information page on our web site for the infectious disease COVID-19.

CLICK HERE to Check it Out -- Bookmark Those Sites -- They Are Updated Frequently.

Center Activity Update June 04, 2020

A NOTE FROM KAREN METZGUER, NURSE & DIRECTOR

Fearrington Cares Center remains closed for 2 reasons: state guidance related to COVID-19 and to complete our building renovations.

President Barbara Hummel-Rossi provided a summary of our building progress to the community in an email 2 weeks ago; this summary currently found on our website under "Building Updates."

The heart of Fearrington Cares is our 250+ Volunteers, the majority of whom are considered high risk if infected with the Corona virus. Additionally, 100% of our services put a Volunteer within 6 feet of you; this is the minimum distance recommended for physical distancing. For these reasons, Fearrington Cares traditional services are currently suspended.

I describe Fearrington Cares as a "high touch not a high tech" organization. Unable to perform our services during the NC stay at home executive orders, on my recommendation, the staff and I have been furloughed for the past 2 months. I am writing a proposal for steps to begin reopening when the building is completed and we are allowed to use it. You are still "safer at home" and I hope you are limiting your outings and using masks.

Fearrington Cares services that are most valued by the community do not lend themselves to the digital world. However, we now have movement classes and a support group online; information about them is on our home page. We are loaning equipment, picking up prescriptions and groceries. We will have the health and safety of our Volunteers and all residents at the forefront of the challenging decisions we are making.

Our website is a great resource for new classes and meetings we are adding to our virtual programming.

Check out the digital services available while the Center remains closed.