Thinking, Learning, Caring Webinar Series Registration (2025)

Gain research-based insights with these three dynamic sessions presented by University of Illinois Extension educators that will provide useful information to help caregivers offer quality service to their clients. Support personal resilience, gain knowledge, and develop strategies to meet the needs of older adults in long-term care settings. 

All sessions are offered via Zoom.

September 11 | 2-3pm – Wellness in Nature

Spending time in nature can benefit mental and physical well-being. From creating a sensory experience while growing vegetable and fruits in a garden, to hiking and exploring a forest preserve, even a short amount of time spend in nature can improve overall health. Explore the health benefits of being present in nature and discover simple activities to foster experiences in the natural world. Presenters: Cheri Burcham & Tessa Hobbs-Curley

October 9 | 2-3pm –  Dementia Friends

Dementia Friends is a global movement whose goal is to help everyone in a community understand five key messages about dementia, how it affects people, and how we each can make a difference in the lives of people living with the disease. People with dementia need to be understood and supported in their communities. Presenters: Molly Hofer & Robin Ridgley

November 6 | 2-3pm – Bullying Among Older Adults

Most people think of bullying as something done to children by other children. As the attention and focus on the social problem of bullying has become more prevalent in recent years, it is evident that bullying can be perpetrated and experienced by people of any age. Learn to recognize and respond to bullying situations. Presenters: Kara Schweitzer & Sara Attig

Registrants must create and sign in to a personal or work Zoom account to access the webinar sessions.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, contact Robin Ridgley at rridgley@illinois.edu. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet access needs.