Housing & Home Issues

Upcoming Courses

Courses

This course empowers you to become an active environmental conservationist through simple, impactful changes in your home and garden. You'll learn practical strategies for reducing waste, conserving natural resources, and making mindful garden choices that directly benefit the planet and foster a healthy ecosystem in your backyard.


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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!


Thursday, 11/6, BUS, Room 114 (5 seats (15%) remaining)
Islam's entry into the Indian subcontinent was a gradual process spanning several centuries, primarily through trade and later through military conquest. Arab traders established contact with India initially on the western coast along the Gujarat and Malabar areas. These Arab traders became the key figures in introducing faith to the region. Evidence suggest early Muslim settlements began along the coast with mosques being built as early as the 7th century.


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Learn how to make your very own live evergreen wreath from instructor and local farmer Conner Parrish. We will work with grape vine wreaths and live greens from the farm. All materials will be included with the course.


Friday, 11/21, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156
Friday, 11/21, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156
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.


Thursday, 12/18, TBD - UR Campus ( No seats currently available )
Come explore some historical cookbooks from Boatwright's Rare Book Room and see what you can discover.


Tuesday, 12/2, Boatwright Library, Room B1-22 ( 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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A majority of seniors wish to age in place in their homes. This short course will review a variety of strategies and modifications to help seniors stay safe and independent in their homes as long as possible. From very simple, low-cost options to more extensive and expensive options, this course will have a little something for everyone!


Thursday, 12/4, TBD - UR Campus ( No seats currently available )
We'll help you understand long term care as well as the options available to pay for care. What is the most tax-efficient way, based on an individual's circumstances, to pay for long term care? There is no one-size-fits-all solution.


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