This September, The Kensington Reston welcomes residents, families, and community partners to a diverse lineup of engaging, educational, and celebratory gatherings. From memory‑supportive cafés and caregiver groups to brain‑boosting workshops and a festive Oktoberfest, every event is designed to uplift mind, body, and spirit.
Monthly Grief Support Group
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Location: The Kensington Reston
Overview: Grief can feel isolating, but our Monthly Grief Support Group for Family Caregivers, led by Rosemary Viani of Capital Caring Health, offers a compassionate space to share experiences, express emotions, and gain coping strategies alongside others who understand. Meeting on the first Monday of each month, this drop-in group provides comfort, connection, and valuable support from an experienced grief counselor with over 30 years in trauma, hospice, and long-term care.
Fall Prevention Tips & Tools with Powerback Rehab
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Location: The Kensington Reston
Overview: Join us for an informative session with Keri Beltran, Director of Rehabilitation at Powerback Rehab, as she shares essential fall prevention education covering risk factors, environmental modifications, exercise, lifestyle choices, and more to help reduce the risk of falls. With a background in physical therapy, certification as an LSVT BIG specialist for Parkinson’s disease, and extensive experience supporting older adults, Keri brings both expertise and compassion to this vital discussion.
Weekly Exercise Club for Parkinson’s
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- Thursday, September 11, 2025 | 10:00 – 10:50 AM EST
- Thursday, September 18, 2025 | 10:00 – 10:50 AM EST
- Thursday, September 25, 2025 | 10:00 – 10:50 AM EST
Location: The Kensington Reston
Overview: Stay movin’ with The Kensington Reston at Exercise for Parkinson’s, a weekly in-person series in partnership with the Parkinson’s Foundation of the National Capital Area. Led by Exercise Physiologist and Personal Trainer Tim Sun, the program offers engaging physical exercises to improve posture, balance, circulation, strength, muscle control, and mobility, while also fostering emotional support and community.
Monthly Family Caregiver Connect Support Group
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Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Overview: At The Kensington Reston, we recognize the dedication of caregivers and strive to support your well-being by helping you stay positive, manage fatigue, and connect with others who understand the journey. Join us on the second Thursday of each month for a complimentary Caregiver Support Group with Susie Sarkisian, CPCC, Certified Life Coach, offering a welcoming space to share challenges, gain encouragement, and find strength together.
Your Guide to Super Aging: Achieve Optimal Cognitive, Physical & Emotional Well‑Being
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Location: The Kensington Bethesda, 5485 Westbard Ave, Bethesda, MD 20816
Overview: The Kensington invites you to a special Lunch & Learn featuring three leading experts in neurology and brain science who will share strategies to improve memory, preserve health, and support lifelong cognitive wellness. Beginning at 11:00 AM with a welcome and mingling session, followed by the program from 12:00–1:00 PM, this event offers education, resources, and connection for caregivers, professionals, and anyone interested in aging well, with light lunch and refreshments provided.
Brain‑Boosting Habits & Meaningful Connections: Supporting Cognitive Health and Communication
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Location: The Kensington Reston
Overview: Join us for a Positive Approach to Care® (PAC) workshop designed for family members and professionals, offering effective communication techniques, hands-on caregiving strategies, and insights into how dementia impacts behavior. Led by Jackie Mills, PAC-Certified Consultant & Director of Assisted Living at The Kensington Reston, and Karen McPhail, Founder & CEO of Eldementals, LLC, this interactive session provides practical tools, real-life examples, and compassionate guidance to strengthen connections, reduce stress, and enhance quality of life for both caregivers and those they support.
On‑Site Spousal Caregiver Support Group
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Location: The Kensington Reston
Overview: The Kensington Reston, in partnership with Insight Memory Care, hosts a biweekly Spousal Support Group led by Licensed Social Worker Jennifer Denk, providing a safe, welcoming space for spouses to share experiences, connect with others on the same journey, and gain expert guidance. Open to all spouses caring for a partner at home or in a community, this group reflects our promise to provide compassionate, personalized support through Assisted Living and three tiers of Memory Care.
Sweet Appreciation: Baker’s Kit Pick‑Up for Our Professional Partners
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Location: The Kensington Reston
Overview: You’re the key ingredient to the work we do, and we’d love to show our appreciation with a special Baker’s Kit prepared just for our professional partners. Stop by to pick up your kit, connect with our team, and enjoy a sweet taste of home as our thank-you for your ongoing support.
Prost to Fall! Annual Oktoberfest Celebration
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Location: The Kensington Reston
Overview: Raise a stein and join us for our Annual Oktoberfest Celebration, a lively afternoon filled with authentic German flavors, festive music, and warm community spirit. Enjoy bratwurst, pretzels, sauerkraut, and beer as we toast the fall season together—Prost!
Visit Us This September
At The Kensington Reston, “We Promise to love and care for your family as we do our own.” Whether you’re exploring caregiver support groups, cognitive health workshops, or joyful celebrations like Oktoberfest, our calendar is thoughtfully crafted to enrich lives, strengthen connections, and deliver genuine care.
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