We've assembled a team of experts in every aspect of downsizing: estate sales, financial planning, home preparation (even if you're not selling), and more! Join us for a Q&A session where we bring the resources directly to you!

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Every day, starting on 08/12/25 and ending on 08/12/25, TBD - UR Campus (7 seats (18%) remaining)

Do you want to be there for a friend who is grieving but don't know how? Are you unsure of what to say or how to help? This presentation will cover: What grief is and how it affects individuals, Common myths and misconceptions about grief, Practical ways to offer support, and Do's and Don'ts when helping a grieving friend.

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No session is currently available for registration

Come to this class to learn about the long-term health benefits of just moving! BeMoved® embraces the joy of dance with people of all movement abilities. Movement expressed through dance and music has a transformative power that enriches a person's well-being above and beyond the well-known physical fitness benefits. BeMoved® is a dance fitness experience that begins with easy-to-follow therapeutic movements that flow into dance styles inspired by a wide variety of musical genres.

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Mondays; June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 July 7, 14, 21, 28 August 4 (no 11), 18, 25, TBD - UR Campus

What is creativity? Who has it? Where does it come from? How does one get it? This course is intended to open the mind, increasing awareness of all aspects of life and methods of thinking. Various forms of creativity will be explored as well as its application not only in the Arts but also in science, business, writing, music, and more. Shapes, colors, lighting, music, and abstract thinking will all be studied.

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Mondays, Aug 4 and 11, Special Programs Building, Room 160 ( No seats currently available )

This class explores brain changes related to aging and neurological conditions, offering practical insights on how to support individuals with cognitive decline. Participants will learn effective communication strategies, caregiving techniques, and how to be a compassionate, proactive care partner. With a focus on understanding the emotional and physical needs of those with brain changes, this course equips you with the tools to provide optimal care and support.

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Tuesday, July 29 and Aug 5, JPSN, Room 109 (1 seats (2%) remaining)

The Mark Morris Dance Group (MMDG) has created the remarkably successful Dance for PD® Program. This innovative program was born from the idea that people with Parkinson's could benefit from the insight and specific techniques used by dancers to guide their own bodies and minds. MMDG's program strives to increase coordination, balance, flexibility and strength through music and movement. This special two-part class will include an introductory lecture by the Dance for PD® Program Director and a live "movement" section led by an MMDG Teaching Artist for students to experience this unique program.

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From plantar fasciitis to bunions and growing pains, the calf muscles hold the key to explaining and solving nearly all the causes of foot and ankle pain. Students will learn why these muscles cause so many problems, and take away some simple strategies for relieving foot and ankle pain.

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Friday, July 25, GOTW, Auditorium Room A001 ( No seats currently available )

Sometimes, we do not know how to help others experiencing grief. We will focus on helping others who are experiencing grief, particularly what to say and what not to say. We will review how to help others experiencing grief. This presentation will be more conversational than a mere lecture.

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Tuesdays, July 29 and Aug 5, Special Programs Building, Room 160

Are we a nation of pill poppers? How many meds do we take? Are our drugs safe or counterfeit? Where are they made? The FDA protects the public by approving drugs and medical devices, but what does that approval mean? Learn how the FDA regulates and how that affects you.

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Monday, July 28, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156 (2 seats (6%) remaining)

The course will establish basic mindfulness meditation skills in an interactive class using a variety of practices to relieve stress and to promote positivity, relaxation, calmness, and physical and emotional health and well-being. The goal for each participant is to unlock the body's healing potential and restorative power through a consistent, daily mindfulness practice and to be a part of a community that values the commitment to such a practice.

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Wednesdays; July 9, 16, 23, 30, Special Programs Building, Room 160 ( No seats currently available )

Senior Living options are numerous. Let's examine options for healthcare services and senior living in the Richmond area, reviewing types of services available at different healthcare and senior living communities. We will then connect this information to insurance and payment options. By the end of the course attendees will have a better understanding of the options that are available as well as be prepared with questions to ask providers as they navigate the healthcare continuum.

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Thursday, Aug 7, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156

Scientific understanding of the human gut has changed radically, revealing that microbes may be powerful allies in our search for health. Does our modern way of living damage these helpful bacteria? Are diet changes or probiotics helpful? This course will focus on a few recent developments in microbiome science, and refer to research studies that may help us protect our own microbiomes and well-being.

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Thursdays, July 24 and 31, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156 ( No seats currently available )

Join UR's Madeline Nathe, Registered Dietitian at the Well-Being Center for a Lunch and Learn. Our menu will be Make Ahead Breakfast (which could also be a great lunch). Included will be frittata egg bites, energy bites, and whole wheat blueberry muffins.

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Friday, Aug 15, UR Well Being Center ( No seats currently available )
Friday, Aug 15, UR Well Being Center ( No seats currently available )

PFAS are a large group of industrial chemicals, common in our air, water, food, blood, and even in our brains. They're mostly unregulated. Scientists say they may cause cancer, endocrine disruption, and many other health issues. This course will discuss the risks, benefits, and challenges of PFAS. How did the chemicals become a problem? What can we can do to reduce our exposure, improve our own health, and benefit the environment?

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Thursdays, Aug 7 and 14, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156 ( No seats currently available )

Roughly 44 million Americans provide unpaid informal care each year to the older US population. Using a proactive approach, this course will discuss the many benefits an assisted living community can provide, how an assisted living community can be a positive influence as an individual embarks on a new stage in life, and when is the right time to explore assisted living options.

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No session is currently available for registration