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 LaToya Taitt, Certified Fitness Instructor and Wellness Coach 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 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 Christine Bhe for this slow flowing movements along with relaxed breathing will gently activate your entire body for improved range of motion, strength, and stamina. 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 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 Suzanne Wall for a gentle practice that incorporates both seated and standing yoga poses to increase flexibility, balance, and range of motion. Suitable for all levels.
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 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 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 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 Suzanne 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 Christine for a 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 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 Eleonora and John and Learn how to use your smartphone to make a phone call, send text messages and emails, set reminders, manage your calendar, and even take pictures. This class is for those that are just starting to learn how to use a smartphone, such as those made by Google, Samsung, LG and many others.
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 Suzanne for a gentle practice that incorporates both seated and standing yoga poses to increase flexibility, balance, and range of motion. Suitable for all levels.
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Suzanne 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.
