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Join us for a variety of in person and virtual programs!

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Interested in scheduling a program for your group?

Reach out to Marigrace Flynn at mflynn@cafsnj.org

The Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR) program serves the intellectual and social needs of a vibrant community of lifelong learners ages 55 and over.

 

For Fall 2024 choose from over 50 courses offered in a wide variety of engaging subjects.

  • History
  • Current Events
  • Languages
  • Sciences
  • Culture
  • Literature
  • Politics
  • Wellness

Plus much more!

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May 2022

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Are you 55 or older and looking for an opportunity to learn how to stay healthy and meet new people? WISE is an interactive program that teaches techniques that help you to stay healthy, communicate with your doctor, manage pain and more.

Dates: 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23

Join us for this fun program, where you’ll meet new people and:
- Learn about the aging process and how to make healthy lifestyle choices
- Celebrate this exciting stage of life and all the benefits that come with it
- Discuss risk factors and behaviors you should avoid to stay healthy
- Examine how alcohol, prescription medications and over-the-counter medications affect seniors differently and how you can avoid problems
- Learn how to use simple tools to help you feel more empowered about your health and the healthcare you receive

*FREE lunch is provided*
*Participants who attend 4 out of 6 sessions will get a $25 gift card!*

Join us for this virtual presentation developed specifically for senior drivers.

You can expect a practical, entertaining and realistic approach to the issue of "senior drivers vs. the aging process". Our presenter takes a direct yet compassionate approach to the very sensitive subject of recognizing that someday it may be time to relinquish some of that treasured driving independence. This program is offered by David Stamberg, Senior Living Specialist of Senior Care Authority in partner with The Center for Alcohol and Drug Resources.

*$25 Gift Card attendance raffle for Bergen and Passaic Older Adults*

Are you 55 or older and looking for an opportunity to learn how to stay healthy and meet new people? WISE is an interactive program that teaches techniques that help you to stay healthy, communicate with your doctor, manage pain and more.

Dates: 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23

Join us for this fun program, where you’ll meet new people and:
- Learn about the aging process and how to make healthy lifestyle choices
- Celebrate this exciting stage of life and all the benefits that come with it
- Discuss risk factors and behaviors you should avoid to stay healthy
- Examine how alcohol, prescription medications and over-the-counter medications affect seniors differently and how you can avoid problems
- Learn how to use simple tools to help you feel more empowered about your health and the healthcare you receive

*FREE lunch is provided*
*Participants who attend 4 out of 6 sessions will get a $25 gift card!*

Thursday, May 12, 2022
1:00 pm2:00 pm
Zoom

Going online can open doors to lots of fun new experiences. Join us to learn about safe websites for games, museums, and more!

A website resource list will be provided after the program.

*$25 Gift Card attendance raffle for Bergen and Passaic Older Adults*

Are you 55 or older and looking for an opportunity to learn how to stay healthy and meet new people? WISE is an interactive program that teaches techniques that help you to stay healthy, communicate with your doctor, manage pain and more.

Dates: 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23

Join us for this fun program, where you’ll meet new people and:
- Learn about the aging process and how to make healthy lifestyle choices
- Celebrate this exciting stage of life and all the benefits that come with it
- Discuss risk factors and behaviors you should avoid to stay healthy
- Examine how alcohol, prescription medications and over-the-counter medications affect seniors differently and how you can avoid problems
- Learn how to use simple tools to help you feel more empowered about your health and the healthcare you receive

*FREE lunch is provided*
*Participants who attend 4 out of 6 sessions will get a $25 gift card!*

Friday, May 20, 2022
2:00 pm3:00 pm
Zoom

Join us for this DIY (Do It Yourself) Large Paper Flower Craft! Give yourself or someone you care about the flowers they deserve for the month of May. You won't need to water this flower to maintain its beauty.

MUST REGISTER BY MONDAY, MAY 16th
*Materials will be delivered to members homes & $25 attendance raffle for older adults in Bergen or Passaic County*

Are you 55 or older and looking for an opportunity to learn how to stay healthy and meet new people? WISE is an interactive program that teaches techniques that help you to stay healthy, communicate with your doctor, manage pain and more.

Dates: 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16, 5/23

Join us for this fun program, where you’ll meet new people and:
- Learn about the aging process and how to make healthy lifestyle choices
- Celebrate this exciting stage of life and all the benefits that come with it
- Discuss risk factors and behaviors you should avoid to stay healthy
- Examine how alcohol, prescription medications and over-the-counter medications affect seniors differently and how you can avoid problems
- Learn how to use simple tools to help you feel more empowered about your health and the healthcare you receive

*FREE lunch is provided*
*Participants who attend 4 out of 6 sessions will get a $25 gift card!*

Tuesday, May 31, 2022
1:00 pm2:00 pm
Zoom

In honor of Mental Health Month and Older Americans Month "Age My Way", join us for this compelling presentation. Our guest speakers will share their stories of living with mental health challenges and their journey to recovery.

You will have:
- An opportunity to hear open and honest perspectives on a highly misunderstood topic
- A chance to ask leaders questions, allowing for a deeper understanding of mental health conditions and dispelling of stereotypes and misconceptions
- The understanding that people with mental health conditions have lives enriched by hopes, dreams and goals
- Information on how to learn more about mental health and get involved with the mental health community

Program provided by NAMI NJ - National Alliance on Mental Illness

*$25 Gift Card attendance raffle for Bergen and Passaic Older Adults*

 

Looking for more things to do? Check out the Senior Resource Group of NJ for more programs for seniors across NJ!