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Special Presentations
MEDICARE PRESENTATION
●     October 5, 2021 - Click here for Previously Recorded Zoom Video
 
DR. ESTHER GRUSHKIN CENTER FOR THE ARTS & CULTURE - SERIES 
CAFE EUROPA
●     September 30, 2021
○     Speaker view: Click here for Previously Recorded Zoom Video
○     Gallery view: Click here for Previously Recorded Zoom Video

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VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION 2021
THE CHORUS LINE
Presented by Illuminart & The JCC Senior Boomers Ensemble
ELDER ABUSE - CASC
​A NATION OF IMMIGRANTS
NUTRITION AND ARTHRITIS LECTURE
​NEVER ALONE
TOWN HALL - RUMC - HEALTHY LUNGS
​CAFE EUROPA
ENT TOWN HALL
DIABETES HEALTH TOWN HALL
STRESS REDUCTION MONTH​
RADIO AND TV - THEN AND NOW, 5 Part Series
L’Dor V’Dor
​WHY DREAMS MATTER
ELDER LAW AND ESTATE PLANNING
​FIRE SAFETY PRESENTATION
TAKE A HIKE
NEW NUTRITIONAL INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS​
​FOR YOUR EYES ONLY
METABOLISM AND DIET 
BEAUTY IS SKIN DEEP
​MAY THEIR MEMORIES BE A BLESSING
CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH
​GROUNDING
KEEPING YOUR HEART HEALTHY
COOKING WITH KIM
RELAXING REIKI MEDITATION
THE BEATLES NEXT...THE SOLO YEARS
EAT THIS NOT THAT​
​KABBALISTIC TU B’SHEVAT SEDER
THE SHOPRITE EXPERIENCE
STOP THE BLEED
COOKING WITH KIM
MILESTONE BROADWAY SHOWS OF THE DECADE​
​BOOSTING YOUR IMMUNITY THROUGH NUTRITION
“MARBLEOUS” NOTEBOOK MUSINGS
MUSIC NOSTALGIA SPECIAL
​TRANSYLVANIA VIRTUAL TOUR
CAFE EUROPA
TOWN HALL - RUMC A discussion on Kidney Health with John M. Pepe  Director of Hemodialysis Richmond county Medical Center
March 29, 2022 - Click here for Previously Recorded Zoom Video


TOWN HALL - RUMC
February 28, 2022 - Click here for Previously Recorded Zoom Video


HEALTHY HEART MONTH SERIES WITH DR BLOOMFIELD
February 22, 2022 - Click here for Previously Recorded Zoom Video
ART OF BROADWAY
MUSIC NOSTALGIA
​STUDIO ART TECHNIQUES & ANSWERS
A PAGE OF TALMUD    
CLLD EDUCATION COURSES:
TEACHING YIDDISH - BEGINNERS THROUGH INTERMEDIATE​
JEWISH COOKERY, NOW AND THEN​
THE BEST COMPOSERS YOU’VE NEVER HEARD
BEGINNINGS OF A NATION
IMPROV CLASS WITH MONA VALORE

VIRTUAL Age-Tastic! 
April 29, 2021 - Click here for Previously Recorded Zoom Video
April 22, 2021 - Click here for Previously Recorded Zoom Video
April 15, 2021 - Click here for Previously Recorded Zoom Video
April 8, 2021 - Click here for Previously Recorded Zoom Video
April 1, 2021 - Click here for Previously Recorded Zoom Video
March 18, 2021 - Click here for Previously Recorded Zoom Video
March 25, 2021 - Click here for Previously Recorded Zoom Video
​INTERNAL EXERCISES & MEDITATIONS
SERENITY
PILATES 1 & 2 
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Sweat N sculpt 1 & 2
Aging Conference 2026 Schedule

Brunch and Opening Remarks
9:30 - 10:00 AM
Lewis Stolzenberg Social Hall
Chief Program Officer Amelia Winter, and Senior Director of OAC Network Kristine Hagen
Join us for an opening brunch and welcome speeches from Amelia Winter, Chief Program Officer, and Senior Director of OAC Network, Kristine Hagen.

​Audiology Island
9:30AM – 2:30PM
CLLD Reception Office
Hearing screenings

Photography, Words, and the Meaning of Life:
Bridging Generations Through Meaningful Conversations
10:00 - 11:00AM
Teen Lounge
Instructor: Cat Orloff Irkaeva
Transform the way you connect with younger people! Discover how photography can spark curiosity, unlock memories, and inspire meaningful conversations that bridge generations. Learn how sharing images and stories helps us reflect on the past, make sense of the present, and imagine the future together—opening the door to authentic relationships, deeper understanding, and lasting connections across generations.

The Power of Connection: How Relationships Shape Emotional Well-Being and Protect Mental Health
10:00 - 11:00AM
Presidents Room
Instructor: Dr. Michael Gallagher
Join Dr. Gallagher for an engaging discussion on the vital role of social connection in healthy aging. This presentation will explore the current state of social connection and mental health among older adults, highlighting why meaningful relationships and social engagement are essential for emotional well-being. Drawing on the ways our relationships help us remember the past, make sense of our life experiences, and envision the future, Dr. Gallagher will discuss how staying socially connected supports both personal identity and psychological well-being. Attendees will learn about common challenges that can lead to loneliness and isolation, discover practical strategies for maintaining meaningful connections, and gain valuable insights into how strong social ties foster resilience, purpose, and healthy aging.


Building Brain: Healthy Habits for Lifelong Brain Health
11:00 AM - 12:00PM
Presidents Room
Instructor: Stefany Martinez
Your brain is the foundation for remembering your past, navigating the present, and planning for the future. Research shows that the everyday habits you build today can help protect your memory and thinking as you age—reducing your risk of cognitive decline and possibly dementia. Join us to explore the science of brain health, discover the powerful connection between your heart and your brain, and learn why caring for your brain matters at every stage of life. You'll leave with practical strategies and a personalized action plan to support lifelong brain health, helping you preserve cherished memories, continue pursuing your goals, and embrace the future with confidence.


Planning for Tomorrow, Today: An Introduction to Advance Planning
11:00AM - 12:00PM
Teen Lounge
Instructor: Nic Shugar
​Presented by the New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG), this program will provide an overview of essential advance planning tools that help protect your choices, preserve your legacy, and ensure your wishes are honored. Learn how documents such as powers of attorney, health care proxies, living wills, and last wills and testaments can safeguard your property, maintain access to important benefits, and guide decisions during times of illness or incapacity. By planning ahead, you can reflect on what matters most, share your values with those who will support you, and create a clearer path for the future.

​Kickboxing Lunch Demo
12:00 -12:45PM
Social Hall
Instructor: Joann Guido

Afya Presentation
12:45 - 1:00PM
Social Hall
Instructor: Macauley Gibbons
Macauley Gibbons, Afya’s Senior Program Manager, will share how Afya is transforming the way durable medical equipment (DME) reaches communities of older adults and people with disabilities. Through innovative supply recovery and redistribution efforts, Afya helps individuals access the equipment they need to continue participating in the activities, relationships, and experiences that make life meaningful.

This presentation will explore how maintaining mobility and independence allows people to stay connected to their memories, traditions, and personal stories while continuing to pursue future goals and opportunities. Macauley will discuss Afya’s new model of partnering with local organizations to host DME Distribution Events, bringing a wide range of equipment into communities along with occupational therapy expertise to ensure individuals receive solutions that fit their needs.

Attendees will also learn about Afya’s plans to host a DME Distribution Event at the Staten Island JCC—an opportunity to support community members in planning for the future, preserving independence, and continuing to live life with confidence and purpose.

Drum Dance Lunch Demo
1:15 - 1:45PM
Social Hall
Instructor: Helen So

Stroke and Healthy Aging: Protecting the Memories, Independence, and Future You Value
1:00 - 2:00PM
Presidents Room
Instructor: Dr. Shivali Patel, DNP
This presentation will explore the warning signs of stroke, common risk factors, and practical steps you can take today to support lifelong brain health. Learn how healthy habits—including nutritious eating, regular exercise, blood pressure management, quality sleep, and staying socially and mentally active—can help reduce stroke risk and support overall well-being.
Caring for your brain is an important part of protecting the memories, stories, and experiences that define who you are while creating opportunities for a healthier, more active future. By understanding stroke prevention and making informed choices, you can take meaningful steps toward preserving independence, staying connected to the people and activities you value, and continuing to plan for the years ahead.


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Tables
​Richmond Home Need Services, Inc. & Stella Orton Home Care Agency, Inc.
Home Instead
Hope Home Care
National Grid
DFTA
RUMC
Alzheimer's Association
NYPD
LiveOnNY
Audiology Island
MedRite
New York Life Insurance
NYC Comptroller's Office, Public Affairs
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​June 14, 2021
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HEALTHY AGING FOR OLDER ADULTS:
​INTERACTIVE COOKING:

June 15, 2021

MENDING THE MIND:
THE PERILS, PLEASURES AND PATHWAYS OF DATING AFTER 50 OR WAY WAY AFTER 50:
SECRETS OF HAPPY MARRIAGES: STRATEGIES FOR RESILIENCE AND CONNECTION OVER THE LIFE CYCLE:

June 16, 2021

AWAKENING THE SOUL:
DECLUTTERING: A JOURNEY TO CLEAR THE CLUTTER AND MAKE SPACE FOR A HEALTHIER YOU:
​SOCIAL ISOLATION AND LONELINESS IN LATE LIFE DURING: EFFECTS ON MENTAL HEALTH AND RECOMMENDATIONS:

June 17, 2021

SEX AFTER 60:

June 18, 2021

MENDING THE MIND:
CLOSING CEREMONY: