Learn | Coming of Age

Learn Being engaged in the second chapter of life usually means learning new things. Whether by embracing a new hobby or returning to more formal education, keeping the mind and body active helps maintain health and well being—and a chance to meet new people and have some fun, as well.

When the Grays Go Green

Topics: Learn, Environmental Issues

The ecologically-minded among us will want to check out Gray Is Green, the go-to organization for people over age 65 who are interested in conserving our planet's natural resources. Through the National Senior Conservation Corps (NSCC), the vision has expanded from greening retirement homes to engaging interested people in the fight against global climate change.

http://www.grayisgreen.org/GIG_LATEST/Ho...

Wisdom From Elders

Topics: Learn, Adult Children, Elder Parents

This New York Times article urges you to talk to your parents about their lives before it is too late... and suggests techniques taken from the book, “How to Live: A Search for Wisdom From Old People," by Henry Alford, about how to get the most out of your conversations. While most parents won't be eloquent in describing their past, Alford believes that all older people are "repositories of wisdom" and "keepers of the wisdom." Perhaps you will have some "elderisms" to share with our readers after your interviews!

http://newoldage.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/...

"Serve America Act" Opens Doors for Older Adults

Topics: Learn, Encore Careers, Legistlation, National Service

The bipartisan Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act, signed by President Obama on April 21st, makes national service accessible and inviting for millions who have finished their midlife careers. It recognizes the difficulty of midlife career transition and creates an innovative policy -- "encore fellowships" -- that will provide people 55 and older access to one-year management or leadership positions in preparation for jobs in the public and nonprofit sectors. A great encore opportunity... http://www.encore.org/news/quiet-revolut...

How to Choose the Right Learning Opportunity

Topics: Learn, Community Involvement, Rennie Cohen

Fifty+ learning opportunities abound. Learn how to choose the right learning opportunity for you!