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Regirer Series on Aging Well

The Regirer Series on Aging Well focuses on health and wellness topics, including legal and financial issues, relevant to those "50 and better." We are grateful for the generous grant from the Walter W. Regirer and Maria Teresa Regirer Foundation, which supports this popular Series.

Upcoming Courses

Courses

This course will give students an in-depth look into the warning signs of dementia diseases, Alzheimer's specifically, and when a person should consider a medical evaluation. Students will hear from experts and persons living with dementia and gain a better understanding of what are typical age-related changes vs. common warning signs of Alzheimer's.


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This course will provide a holistic approach to health and will include weekly practical goals to be accomplished as a group. Explore interesting health-related practices from different cultures such as Shinrin yoku from Japan and Sufism. Integrate Nobel-prize winning concepts such as autophagy into your daily life. Explore simple but delicious Turkish recipes for a healthy gut and satisfying meals! Each week, we will write about aging well and share and reflect on these activities.


Tuesdays & Thursdays; 4/29, 5/1, 5/6, 5/8, Synchronous Online
Technology around Artificial Intelligence (AI) is advancing quickly. Scammers are also quickly adapting this technology to steal your money, information, and identity. This presentation will seek to help you understand common uses for AI, identify how scammers are utilizing AI, and learn ways to prevent, detect, and report AI scams.


Monday, 5/05, BUS, Ukrop Auditorium Q162
Come to this class to learn about the long-term health benefits of just moving! BeMovedŽ 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. BeMovedŽ 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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Let's talk about planning for the future. How can you ensure that your preferences and directives for your financial assets are carried out correctly? We'll discuss the legal options available to assist in making the best decisions. Elder Law will also be discussed. Questions are welcome!


Tuesday, 5/13, Special Programs Building, Room 160
Have you ever wanted to trace your family history, but didn't know how to begin, or became overwhelmed when you did? Then, this class is for you. Learn how to set goals and stay organized; use basic research tools, techniques, and reliable sources; and ways to ensure you have the facts. The goal is to give you skills and resources to begin discovering your ancestors and their true stories.


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This class provides an overview of the various pieces of Medicare, including Parts A and B, supplements, drug cards, and Medicare Advantage plans. Eligibility, timing, and enrollment in the various parts of Medicare are covered.


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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!


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Take a walking tour of the UR campus, named the nation's most beautiful campus in the Princeton Review's most recent college guide. Learn about the history of the University, enjoy the beautiful landscaping and architecture, and hear some stories along the way. The walk will be about 2.5 miles in length and will require climbing steps and walking on various surfaces. Walking shoes and water are recommended.


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