a new model for aging
As the economy continues to be a challenge, the life expectancy surges, senior adults returning to college is one of the fastest growing trends in education. Baby boomers are hitting the books in increasing numbers. Whether they want to update skills, nurture a new passion or learn for the sake of learning, people of retirement age are looking to college to help shape their future. Before you … [Read more...]
I live in a community where pets, particularly dogs, rule. Prescott is considered one of many Arizona retirement communities, which may contribute to the number of pets. For senior adults, pets have become increasing important. I remember when my mother in-law wanted to adopt a dog and my brother in-law talked her out of it. Yes, pets can be a pain. They need to be fed and walked, but research … [Read more...]
Cropping up on colleges and universities around the country are the Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes(OLLI) which have become a center for lifelong learning. Designed specifically for senior adults, these programs provide courses specifically geared toward the mature learner. Osher provides classes designed for people who just love to learn. They tend to be more academically based than … [Read more...]