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Blue Skies, Nothing But Blue Skies Do I See
In a recent ALLE Learning class titled “The Lyrics Tell the Story of Peace and Love,” we listened to the songs and then studied music lyrics from...
Lifelong Learning & Good Brain Health
We’re living longer and healthier lives. We live in the middle of a global learning world that requires us to pay attention, constantly update,...
Let’s Get Our Kicks on Route 66
During a recent ALLE Learning class that explored the history of Route 66, lifelong learners compared information and memories that reflected and...
Share the Bright Light of Lifelong Learning
One resident of a community that uses ALLE Learning™ had this to say: "We chose this community because when we came for a tour, the first thing we...
Inform, Enlighten and Entertain: Helping People Feel Valued and Connected
One challenging aspect of aging comes later in life when older adults seek new and interesting ways to continue having purpose and meaning in their...
Intentional Gratitude Can Benefit Health and Wellness for Seniors
The start of a new year is an opportunity to implement new programs and practices that benefit seniors. To encourage residents to look to the future...
It’s good to be curious — learning new things boosts brain plasticity
One of the common mantras as people age is, “I’m too old for that.” As we get older and feel our bodies and minds changing, many of us become...
Making the Old New Again
Think about this: What would happen if older adults were offered an age-appropriate program that enables them to associate and celebrate their past...
Aging gracefully means we must adapt and find meaning for ourselves in new and different ways
Aging, by design, brings new challenges to all of us. The adage that age is just a number may be a pleasant thought but falls flat in reality. That...
Can Diet Help Boost Brain Health? Research is Promising
Much of the discussion on how to help people with cognitive impairment involves medication. But plenty of research indicates that diet plays a part...
Classes that encourage participation and discussion demonstrate the value of lifelong learning
Studies show lifelong learning promotes brain health, and most older adults embrace the idea of keeping their mind active and staying informed about...
90-year-olds share their version of “successful aging” by emphasizing friendships and lifelong learning
We recently sat down with five 90+-year-olds and asked them about the term “successful aging.” Do they like the term, does it apply to them, or do...