Recorded Classes
Ditch the Negative Self Talk
Understand how positive self-talk boosts confidence, builds self-esteem, and increases feelings of control over your life.
Instructor: Miranda Zagorski, health coach, BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York
*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 27, 2020.
The Road to the White House 2020
We'll discuss what it's going to take to win the election.
Instructor: Len Lenihan, political analyst, WIVB; former community and political leader
*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 27, 2020.
Healthy Eating Basics and Healthy Aging
Discuss how nutritional needs change as we age and discover how to eat healthy for life.
Instructor: Jenny LeGrand, MS, RDN, Wegmans nutritionist
*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 23, 2020.
Everyday Mindfulness
Explore the power of gratitude and tips for starting your own daily practice.
Instructor: Rachel Ceness, MS, RDN, certified health coach, BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York
*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 22, 2020.
"We Are All in this Together" The Shared Experiences of Loss, Grief & COVID-19
Identify the numerous non-death losses that have accompanied the "new normal." Resources for self-care will be shared.
Instructor: Deborah Waldrop, PhD, Professor, University at Buffalo School of Social Work
*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 21, 2020.
Life and Lifestyle
Join for a discussion of 85 years' worth of lessons learned in health, wellness, and character development.
Instructor: Richard Derwald, senior fitness coordinator, Erie County Department of Senior Services
Michael T. Keene Presents - New York City's Hart Island - A Cemetery of Strangers
"Hart Island has been used as New York City's Potters Field for the past 150 years. It is estimated that there are 1,000,000 people buried there."
Instructor: Michael T. Keene, Author and Historian
Emergency Preparedness, COVID 19, The Flu, and You
We'll discuss some tips for emergency preparedness and the status of COVID-19 and flu season. We'll cover the different symptoms and address tips for staying healthy.
Instructor: Pati Aine Guzinski, training coordinator, Public Health Emergency Preparedness Division, Erie County Department of Health
*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 15, 2020.
Financial Benefits Check Up You Gave, Now Save!
The class will focus on financial benefits that older adults commonly qualify for. Come prepared with an idea of your household income and resource amounts.
Instructors: Melissa Dentice, Aging and Disability Resource Technician; Rachael Vega, Senior Case Manager, Erie County Department of Senior Services
*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 15, 2020.
Systemic Racism and Its Impact on Health Disparities
Examine how systemic racism continues to be a driving factor in the social determinants of health. We'll discuss steps to bring health equity into the region.
Instructor: George F. Nicholas, senior pastor, Lincoln Memorial United Church, Chair of the Buffalo Center for Health Equity
*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 14, 2020.