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Recorded Classes

An Overview of Revocable & Irrevocable Trusts

We’ll discuss how a revocable trust can be used to avoid a probate proceeding upon death, and how it can be used to protect assets from Medicaid and long-term care costs.

Instructor: Daniel J. Schuller, Esq., Attorney at Law

* This is a recording of the live streaming class that took place on May 23, 2023. 

Did You Know Your Social Security is Increasing?

This class will include information about Retirement, Disability, and Survivors benefits as well as Medicare.

Instructor: Ben Stump, Public Affairs Specialist, Social Security Administration

*This is a recording of the live streaming class that took place on May 17, 2023.

Coping with Grief & Loss

Grief is a universal experience we all come to understand in different ways. Join us in exploring how different kinds of loss can cause grief, and how best to cope, or help others cope, through the most difficult of times.

Instructor: Anna VanDien, LCSW, Coordinator, Wilson Support Center & Hospice Bereavement Services

*this is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on May 10, 2023. 

Vitamin D: The Sunshine Vitamin

Learn why this vitamin is necessary for our bodies and ways to increase our levels. Instructor: Darcie Hanson, RN, clinical coach, BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York *This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on May 5, 2021.

Green Cleaning: An Introduction to Safer Cleaning Products for your Home

In this workshop, you will learn about the health impacts associated with chemicals in some cleaning products, how to find out what’s in the products you may be using, and how to find safer products. We’ll also introduce a recipe booklet you can download with recipes to make your own cleaning supplies!

Instructor: Donna Wysokenski, Environment and Health Education Coordinator Environmental Health Study for WNY, University at Buffalo

*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on October 27, 2021. 

Access the Green and Clean Recipe Booklet here. 

Buffalo Scandals: The Dark Side of Buffalo's Elmwood Avenue

Journey through one of the “Crimes of the Century” in Buffalo which many lifelong Western New Yorkers have never heard of. Uncover a love triangle, hear messages from the other side, and see landmarks from right here in our backyard.

Instructor: Ryan Gadzo, MPA, Research Analyst, Erie County Department of Senior Services

Let's Talk Buffalo Bills Playoffs! A chat on the 2022–23 Season, Playoffs, & Potential Super Bowl

"Let's Talk Buffalo Bills Playoffs!" hosted by two of Buffalo's most-loved sports media legends: Stu Boyar & Budd Bailey! This online chat focused on the Bills' season, playoffs, and the team's potential Super Bowl run!

 

*This is a recording of a live streaming session that took place on January 12, 2023.

Understanding Lipid Profile & Cholesterol Numbers

This is for anyone interested in learning more about cholesterol and lipid profiles and how they affect our health. We’ll learn about HDL, LDL, and triglycerides, how they work in the body, and management options.

Instructor: Suzanne Stoklosa, MSN, ANP

*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on December 6, 2022. 

Let's Talk About Suicide & Depression

We’ll cover the signs and symptoms of depression and what treatment can look like. We’ll also discuss the risk factors for suicide and where to get help.

Instructor: Mark O’Brien, LCSW-R, Commissioner, Erie County Department of Mental Health

*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on Thursday, December 1, 2022. 

Reset & Refocus After the Holidays

We'll discuss moderation during the holidays and set a plan for getting back to a healthy pattern when the season ends.

Instructor: Jennifer Johnson, New Sky Coaching, LLC

*This is a recording of the live streaming session that took place on November 17, 2022.