Appreciate our uniqueness at every age

Come and learn more about what ageism is, how it impacts society, and ways to promote inclusivity in our communities. It is not uncommon for those living in the third stage of life to be categorized as the 55 or 60 plus group, which can subtly suggest that they are so similar they can be “lumped” together. This catchall approach implies that older people are more alike than different from each other, which is a stereotype. Generalizations or stereotypes can lead to ageism, or discrimination based on a person’s age. The truth is, we are all aging, but ageist attitudes influence how we think of others and even ourselves.

Attend our Workshop Addressing Ageism and Promoting Inclusivity

This workshop will be held at 2 PM on April 20 | and repeated at 10 AM on September 28.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Samantha McLain at slangley@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet access needs. 

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Financial Emergency Preparedness for Older Adults

February 16 | 10 AM and repeated July 11 | 2 PM
Disasters and other emergencies can disrupt your finances and your sense of normal. Financial emergency preparedness helps you plan, recover, and rebuild after disasters and emergencies. In this session, you will learn ways to organize and manage your finances, develop valuable resource lists, and ways to reduce anxiety and stress. With a focus on implications for older adults, we also will explore processes such as building your contact lists before an emergency and watching out for financial fraud following a disaster. Finally, we will review materials to help you build or rebuild your financial preparedness toolkit.

Addressing Ageism and Promoting Inclusivity

April 20 | 2 PM and repeated September 28 | 10 AM
It is not uncommon for those living in the third stage of life to be categorized as the 55 or 60 plus group, which can subtly suggest that they are so similar they can be “lumped” together. This catchall approach implies that older people are more alike than different from each other, which is a stereotype. Generalizations or stereotypes can lead to ageism, or discrimination based on a person’s age. The truth is, we are all aging, but ageist attitudes influence how we think of others and even ourselves. Come and learn more about what ageism is, how it impacts society, and ways to promote inclusivity in our communities.

What to Eat, When You Can’t Eat That

May 18 | 2 PM and repeated on October 10 | 10 AM
Learn how to read labels, identify hidden allergens, and the difference between an allergy, sensitivity, and intolerance. This program will discuss common and uncommon food allergies and simple substitutions for nutritious meals. Take home recipes the whole family will enjoy!

Don’t Go It Alone: Improving Your Social Connections

June 8 | 10 AM and repeated on November 9 | 10 AM
Research increasingly shows that social isolation and loneliness can deeply impact the quality of life, especially for older adults. And some studies show that more than a fifth of adults in the United States identify themselves as lonely, isolated or both. This lesson will help participants to define the difference between social isolation and loneliness and identify the risk factors for both. The various consequences of isolation and loneliness will also be discussed, as well as, strategies for staying connected with others.