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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

Get certified! Learn the valuable skills of administering CPR and using an AED. Sign up for this course to gain the knowledge and skill set required to be certified to assist both children and adults. Note: The new refund policy applies.


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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!


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June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month. This course focuses on lifestyle changes that anyone can put into their daily lives for better brain health and overall health. We will also take a deeper look at the recent US Pointer Study.


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This class will explore the role of caregivers and changes they may experience, building a support team, and managing caregiver stress. This is the first of a five-part series, but attendance in all is not required.


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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. Note: The new refund policy applies.


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Learn how to let go of excess and hold onto what's meaningful through a thoughtful, organized, and stress-reducing downsizing process.


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Discover the optimal foods that evidence-based research suggests you eat every day to strive for optimal brain health. You will learn what these foods are, what serving sizes you should consume daily, and how to make meals out of these brain-nourishing foods. This is valuable information for anyone wanting to prevent and halt brain diseases via lifestyle choices and those new to whole food, plant-based eating.


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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, May 12, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156 (7 seats (19%) remaining)
The newly published 2026 Dietary Guidelines have turned the old 1980 Food Pyramid on its head: literally. This presentation explains why 75% of Americans are overweight and sick following the old dietary advice. Your journey starts with our hominin beginnings, when we ate a diet natural to humans, through the 'franken-foods' we consume today. Learn the benefits of the new guidelines and how you can restore your health.


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Have you ever been asked to sign a Medicare ABN, particularly when having laboratory testing performed? This seminar explains what the form represents, why it's generated, the financial implications to you, and how it can be avoided.


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This course is designed for those who would like to enhance their meditation skills or are new to meditation. You will learn various techniques on how to meditate successfully anytime and anywhere in order to manage everyday stresses and move beyond any blocks that keep you stuck in old patterns of thinking and behavior.


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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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New research shows that sleep isn't the mind's off switch, but instead a complex and dynamic process that impacts both our physical and mental health. Our modern lifestyle damages the 24 hour wake/sleep cycle and hinders our brain's ability to maintain and regenerate itself. We'll discuss some important and useful new research findings, and share ideas for practical strategies to protect and improve our brain health.


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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.


Friday, May 8, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156 ( No seats currently available )
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 charge of your bone health with this comprehensive, physician-led course. You'll learn the difference between osteopenia and osteoporosis, review the latest US statistics, identify common risk factors, and explore proven strategies to maintain strength as you age.


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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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