Family & Caregivers
Education & Training
 
The Aging Institute Classes and Events
University of Pittsburgh Educational Opportunities
UPMC Educational Opportunities
Other Educational Opportunities
Online Education Resources
University of Pittsburgh Educational
Opportunities
The Osher
Lifelong Learning Institute through the University of Pittsburgh
Learning Solutions at the College of General Studies offers
educational programs for individuals who are retired or semi-retired,
age 55 or over.
UPMC Educational Opportunities
UPMC sponsors
events and classes for older adults, which are hosted
at UPMC hospitals and other convenient area locations. Topics
include:
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Nutrition for people with diabetes and other conditions
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Weight management seminars
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Exercise seminars geared toward older adults, such as
Tai Chi, PACE (People with Arthritis Can Exercise), and osteoporosis
strength training
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Driving safety programs
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Respiratory-based programs such as smoking cessation,
asthma, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
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Health enhancement programs including stress management
courses
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Durable power of attorney and other elder law classes
The Aging Institute of UPMC Senior Services and the University of Pittsburgh and UPMC sponsor regular town meetings
and other gatherings.
Other Educational Opportunities
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eiNetwork
The eiNetwork is a collaboration of the Allegheny County Library Association and the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. It offers a number of resources designed for older
adults and their family members and caregivers to disseminate
important information and help promote the health and well-being
of older adults.
For information on educational programs and opportunities available
in other Pennsylvania county libraries, visit the Pennsylvania
Department of Education website.
- Greater Pennsylvania
Chapter of Alzheimer's Association
Offer educational programs to enhance caregivers’ ability
to care for loved one’s with dementia. Also provides information
on resources and support groups.
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OASIS
Pittsburgh
A unique educational program for mature adults who want to continue
to grow, learn, and be productive during the best years of their
lives. OASIS offers a broad range of educational classes ranging
in topic from the arts and humanities to wellness, fitness, computers,
and travel.
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