This interactive worship explores how life experiences shape our relationships in later adulthood through the lens of the life course perspective.  Attendees will reflect on their personal relationship journeys in discussions, and then connect their insights to research findings on themes like early relational models, adaptive skills, loss, and agency.  The session closes with a […]

Aging may bring fear but also can raise questions about how to find purpose and create excitement at any age. This workshop will review what is meant by "Aging Fearlessly" and then focus on what steps can be taken to fight ageism within ourselves and in our communities. The workshop includes a conversation between Dr. Julie Bach and Marc Blessoff who will share some examples of how to age fearlessly. Participants will be asked to consider their own plan to age fearlessly.

As you think about your life, what stories do you want others to remember?  This workshop will encourage you to complete a brief life review and then choose a story you would like to share with others.  This is your story about how a special event, someone or time in your life made an impact on you.