Join Dr. Elaine Handley and learn a little about the history and benefits of expressive writing and try it out as a tool for insight and expression.

Join Suzanne Wall for a low-impact and full body exercise. The emphasis on the lower body to improve strength and mobility through the hip, knee, and ankle joints.

Join Judith Wines, Manager, Adult & Outreach Services, Upper Hudson Library System for a discussion on Weyward by Emilia Hart.

Join Gail Tassarotti, Certified L4 Essentrics Instructor for a reversing workout that will restore movement in your joints, flexibility in your muscles, relieve pain, and stimulate your cells to increase energy, vibrancy, and your immune system.

Join Eleonora and John and learn about the great variety of podcasts and podcast apps, how to subscribe to them, and download episodes for free.

Join Dr. Elaine Handley for “transactional writing” to communicate your strong feelings of regret, gratitude, and forgiveness, which can have a profound effect on our wellbeing as we let go of long held emotions.

Join Natalie Turner, LMSW for a presentation that will help you through the process of discovering what expectations have been placed on you, setting goals, and how to establish boundaries.

Join Marcus Harazin and learn about the rights of nursing home residents and their families. This will include tips on finding information about quality of care; how to select a nursing home; visitation rights; how to complain about poor or inadequate care; and how to access important resources including the Long-Term Care Ombudsman program.

Join Thomas Moran for an interactive program discusses the various risk factors and strategies relating to adult falls and will show small changes to everyday life that can reduce the risk of falling.

Join Dr. Elaine Handley and use expressive writing as a means of recognizing what is good and nurturing in our existence.

Join Eleonora and John and learn how to set up an account to buy and sell on the Internet, how to price and advertise an item to sell, and how to negotiate and/or bid for an item you want to buy.

Join Eleonora and John and learn how to use your mobile device to create digital copies of your important documents, certificates, old letters, diplomas, newspaper clippings, heirloom family photographs and other sentimental souvenirs you might want to save. This demonstration will cover both iPhone and Android.

Join Lissa McNaughton and learn all about the important steps in planning for retirement. Whether you’re nearing retirement, on the verge of retirement or even in retirement,
these steps may help you be more successful. After all, you only want to retire once!

Join Registered Dietitian Patty Wukitsch in helping to celebrate Heart Month! Learn how to fill your cart to protect your heart. We’ll take a close look at foods that can help improve your blood pressure, cholesterol, and overall health.

Join Kym Hance, Aging Life Care Manager and learn how to protect yourself and stop financial scams. We will also talk about where to turn, and what to do, if this is happening to you or someone you know.

Join Eleonora and John and learn the steps you can take to keep your electronic mobile and computer devices in good working order. We will show you simple trouble shooting tips you can do yourself for both mobile devices and computers that can save time consuming help desk calls.

Join Rich Goodhart for a form of energy medicine that can effectively transform our mind-body states, bringing new awareness and real attunement. Many believe this conscious use of sound and music will be the medicine of the future.

Join Catherine Lanci and have fun experiencing a sampler of various mindfulness practices.

Join Judith Wines, Manager, Adult & Outreach Services, Upper Hudson Library System for a discussion on Yellowface by R. F. Kuang.

Join Judi England for a fun, accessible way to short-circuit stress and build flexibility, balance, and strength. Appropriate for all levels of ability and challenges. What you will need: An armless, straight-backed chair, a yoga tie (or a necktie, belt, or a piece of fabric), and comfortable clothing.

Join Gail Tassarotti, Certified L4 Essentrics Instructor for a slow-paced full-body stretch and strengthening program created by the author of the New York Times bestseller, Aging Backwards and the creator of the 20-year running fitness PBS television show Classical Stretch.

Join Maria Buhl, Department Head, Community Engagement and Outreach, Guilderland Public Library for a discussion on Crying in H Mart, by Michelle Zauner.

Join Eleonora and John and learn how to get the most out of this remarkable device, from fitness tracking and health-oriented features like the ECG, to checking the weather and news, listening to audio books and music, using navigation, meditation, and sleep monitoring

Join Dr. Rhiannon R. Clauss, D.C. and learn that there is so much more to chiropractic than just treating pain. When your brain can accurately perceive what is going on inside and out, it can control your body better for the situation at hand, and move muscles in the right order.

Join Brett Sears, PT and learn how to maintain your balance and prevent falls with this interactive workshop. You will learn how your body’s systems maintain balance, how to assess your balance,
and strategies and exercises that have been proven to improve balance to prevent falls.

Join Caitlin St. George and learn the different roles of Palliative care compared to Hospice care. What the criteria for enrollment is and who is appropriate for each level of care. The types of care that is provided and the goals of each.

Join LaToya Taitt and learn simple ways to be more active and incorporate exercise into your daily routine. Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to do some low impact exercises that will help build muscle and maintain flexibility and balance.

Join Judith Wines, Manager, Adult & Outreach Services, Upper Hudson Library System for a discussion on The Matrix by Lauren Groff.

Join Shannon Lawler from Alzheimer’s Associations of Northeastern NY and learn more about the warning signs and what to do if you or someone you know are exhibiting these signs. We will discuss the importance of consulting with a physician as soon as changes are noticed and the many benefits of seeking an early and accurate diagnosis.

Join Tiffany Erhard, SMP Director, NY StateWide Senior Action Council, Inc. and learn how social engineering tactics scammers use to obtain an individual's personal health information and how beneficiaries can protect themselves against the latest healthcare scams.

Join Technology & Growth Specialist, Mohawk Valley Library System and learn how you can enjoy free eBooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your library.

Join Judi for an accessible way to short-circuit stress and build flexibility, balance, and strength. Appropriate for all levels of ability and challenges. What you will need: An armless, straight-backed chair, a yoga tie (or a necktie, belt, or a piece of fabric), and comfortable clothing.

Join Maria Buhl, Department Head, Community Engagement and Outreach, Guilderland Public Library for a discussion on The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store, by James McBride.

Join Gail Tassarotti, Certified L4 Essentrics Instructor for a workout that will restore movement in your joints, flexibility in your muscles, relieve pain, and stimulate your cells to increase energy, vibrancy, and your immune system.

Join Eleonora and John and learn the different options for picture taking and how to use the photo editing features of your device. This session also covers photo storage options to help you optimize the storage capacity of your device.

Join Eleonora and John and learn how to make a phone call, send text messages and emails, set reminders, manage your calendar, and take pictures.

Join Judi for a fun, accessible way to short-circuit stress and build flexibility, balance, and strength. Appropriate for all levels of ability and challenges. What you will need: An armless, straight-backed chair, a yoga tie (or a necktie, belt, or a piece of fabric), and comfortable clothing.

Join Lexi, Social Worker at Delmar Animal Hospital and learn about the resources available to help you through this experience and there are others who "get" what it's like to lose a furry loved one.

Embark on an enriching journey with us at our half-day symposium. Experience the powerful documentary Extremis, followed by engaging discussions on Advance Care Planning, the transformative power of preparedness and end-of-life care.
This symposium offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of end-of-life care and to connect with others who share a commitment to compassionate and informed decision-making. Whether you are a healthcare professional, caregiver, or simply interested in this important topic, we welcome you to join us for a thought-provoking and inspiring event.

Join Eleonora and John and learn to use Keychain to keep track of passwords, Bluetooth, make voice memos, navigate the Internet, use accessibility features, explore the Health App, meet your virtual assistant Siri, and more.

Join Dr. Elaine Handley and Catherine Lanci, RN and explore all the different ways we can pay attention and live more fully—and with curiosity--at any age.

Join James T. Towne, Jr., Esq. and learn what you need to know about voluntary or involuntary conservatorship, a legal arrangement that allows you to take care of someone’s personal and financial affairs

Join Dr. Costello and learn the value of completing a MOLST form as part of one’s advance directive, along with the appointment of a trusted surrogate decision-maker.

Join Registered Dietitian Patty Wukitsch as she explores the possible meal ideas for older adults that are easy, simple, and budget-friendly.

Join Dr. Elaine Handley and Catherine Lanci, RN and use mindfulness, reflective writing, and poetry as our tools.

Join Eleonora and John and learn about downloading apps from the Google Play Store, managing notifications, using voice commands with Google Assist, navigating the internet using Google Chrome, and more. (Gmail Address and Password may be needed).

Join Michelle and learn about the stress-free way of downsizing or preparing to move.

Join Andrea, VA Home Health Aide Program Manager & MaryKate, Medical Foster Home Program Coordinator and learn about the VA benefits and programs.

Join Thomas for an interactive program discusses the various risk factors and strategies relating to adult falls and will show small changes to everyday life that can reduce the risk of falling.

Join Eleonora and John and learn some tricks and tips on how to manage email on your Apple devices.

Join Carla Sofka, PH.D., MSW, and be introduced to resources that are available to help you document and communicate your wishes to the people in your life that you would want to make those decisions for you and help you plan a strategy to start the conversation about your wishes.

Join Julie Ann Calareso, Esq. and learn about health care proxies, powers of attorney, Wills and Trusts, and the value of having them in place.

Join AGS and Joellen Lampman from Cornell University and learn about the different ticks in our area and their biology, the diseases they carry, and how to protect yourself and others from being bitten.

Join Dylan, Director of Strategic Initiatives and discover the essentials of entrepreneurship as you are guided through each step of the process. Take the first step towards turning your experience and passion into a successful venture. Register now and embark on your entrepreneurial journey with confidence!

Join us for a panel discussion and learn about the variety of services that might be available for older adults in your own community, and how to access them.

Join John and Eleonora for some basic skills common to most computer devices. Including downloading applications and programs, basic navigation both in Windows and on mobile devices, software updates, using the desktop and much more.

Join Michelle Wildgrube, Esq. and learn about the use of Powers of Attorney, considerations in selection of an agent, and the powers granted to your agent.  

Join E. Elizabeth Loewy, Co-Founder & COO, EverSafe and learn about the most current scams and breaches. The presentation will outline steps to prevent loved ones from being victimized and offer tips, tools, and resources.

Join Eleonora and John explore the mystery of TV remotes, getting the most out of Smart TV, and using streaming to watch what you want, when you want.

Join James Globe, VP, Strategic Advisor Cybersecurity Capabilities and explore ways to avoid scams and fraud tactics used by criminals. Expect some discussion on how to secure your social media accounts, how to secure your home computers, and how to secure your social media account.

Join Judi for a fun, accessible way to short-circuit stress and build flexibility, balance, and strength. Appropriate for all levels of ability and challenges. What you will need: An armless, straight-backed chair, a yoga tie (or a necktie, belt, or a piece of fabric), and comfortable clothing.

Join James Globe, VP, Strategic Advisor Cybersecurity Capabilities and explore this revolutionary technology called artificial intelligence (AI).

Join Eleonora and John and earn some safety tips for navigating the internet, how to spot and handle questionable email and spam phone calls. You will also learn how to ensure your devices are cyber secure with privacy and security settings.

Join Lexi, Social Worker at Delmar Animal Hospital and learn about many things we can do to ensure that our pets will be taken care of should anything happen to us.

Join Barbara, Certified Chair Yoga Instructor for a class that is designed to enhance flexibility and functional mobility in day to day living.

Join Karen from the Alzheimer's Association and learn the difference between some typical age-related changes versus common signs of Alzheimer's disease.

Join the Albany County Department of Health and learn about the basics of being prepared for an emergency and building an emergency kit.

Join Caitlyn from Home Care, Eddy Senior Care and learn the differences between the two services, how you can partner with your medical providers to get what you need at the right time.

Join Latoya and learn simple ways to be more active and incorporate exercise into your daily routine. Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to do some low impact exercises that will help build muscle and maintain flexibility and balance.

Join Dr. Ngo and Dr. Allen, rheumatologists from Albany Medical Center. Learn about the latest treatments, symptoms, and how to identify these bone conditions.

Join Carl, General Contractor and learn how to talk to a home repair contractor and discover essential communication skills that you can use to effectively convey your needs and expectations to home repair contractors.

The Albany County Department of Health will be myth-busting misconceptions about vaccines. They will discuss how to spot credible information, what vaccines older adults should receive.

Join Barbara, Certified Chair Yoga Instructor for a class that is designed to enhance flexibility and functional mobility in day to day living.

Join us for a panel discussion for a safe space to learn about online dating, setting healthy boundaries and more.

Join us at AGS for a heartwarming experience with Gracie, the therapy dog. At 9 years old, this gentle Newfoundland has a knack for fostering connections and bringing joy to everyone she meets.

Join Sarah from StateWide Senior Action Council and learn about what you need to know in months leading up to signing up for Medicare, the basics of Medicare coverage and costs and how to avoid penalties and more.

Join Christine for this mind/body exercise that will leave you feeling energized, uplifted, and centered. Suitable for beginners and all fitness levels. What you will need: A stable chair without wheels that allows your feet to fully connect to the floor. Loose comfortable clothing, shoes are optional. Water for hydration.

Join Sarah from NYSARC Trust Services and learn how a pooled trust can help you, or a loved one, qualify financially for Medicaid health benefits and home care services.

Join Nancy from the Northeast Parkinson's Foundation NY Chapter and learn about Parkinson's & the services provided by the Parkinson’s Foundation.