Programs for Seniors
In-person library programs and meeting room bookings remain suspended through February 28, 2021. Programs via Zoom: A link and password to the Zoom meeting will be emailed after registration. New to Zoom? It’s easy. Learn how to use this service here.
Mather Telephone Topics
Older adults can connect to new and interesting discussions and programs without leaving your home. With Telephone Topics, you simply call a toll-free number to listen to a wide range of fascinating discussions and programs. This service is made possible through a partnership with Mather Lifeways and AgeOptions.
AgeOptions
AgeOptions is a nonprofit organization connecting older adults and their caregivers with resources and service options so they can live their lives to the fullest. As the Area Agency on Aging of suburban Cook County, they advocate, plan, coordinate, and fund services for older adults.
All programs are virtual and held via Zoom. All virtual programs are made possible through a grant from AgeOptions.
Illinois Senior Medicare Patrol Webinars
This is a four part webinar series that will cover many current topics and how to prevent, detect, and report any Medicare fraud.
Illinois SMP 4-Part Webinar Series (English)
Illinois SMP 4-Part Webinar Series (Spanish)
Public Benefits for Older Adults
Tuesday, December 1, 2-3 PM • Via Zoom
Are you living on a fixed income? If you are 65+ years old, you may qualify for benefits to help pay for food and medicine. Joy Aaronson, MS Ed, Benefits Access & Information Specialist from AgeOptions discusses what benefits are available and their eligibility requirements.
WITS Workout: Brain Exercise Classes
Thursdays, December 10, January 14 & February 11, 1:30–3 PM • Via Zoom
Participants are led through fun and engaging activities designed to maintain and enhance brain health. Worksheets will be sent to each participant via email or mail. Questions? Please contact Janet McIntyre, Outreach Librarian. GPL card required.
GLENergy is a partner program with the Village of Glenview Senior Services and North Shore Senior Center.
Notorious RBG: The Life & Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Friday, December 11, 1-2 PM • Via Zoom
Virtually tour the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Learning Center’s hit exhibit Notorious RBG. Program includes a video presentation featuring Chief Curator of Collections and Exhibitions, Arielle Weininger, and live Q&A moderated by a museum staff member.
Understanding Alzheimer’s & Dementia
Friday, January 8, 1-2 PM • Via Zoom
Alzheimer’s is a disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking, and behavior. Learn about the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, the disease stages and risk factors, current research and treatments, and resources available through the Alzheimer’s Association.
Medicare Update 2021
Friday, February 5, 1-2 PM • Via Zoom
Medicare can be confusing! Melissa Versch, LCSW, North Shore Senior Center, discusses eligibility, enrollment, the benefits of Medicare and Medicare Supplements, coverage, and cost saving strategies.
Do you have questions about retirement and health insurance options? CJE SeniorLife resource specialists provide counseling to adults 60 and over, their families, and caregivers on topics such as selecting appropriate retirement benefits, picking the right health insurance and Medicare programs, determining housing needs, and identifying supportive resources. To set up a meeting via telephone, call 773-508-1000.
Photo Policy: Attendance at Library programs and events constitutes consent to be photographed for Glenview Public Library publicity purposes.
ADA accommodations are provided for all programs. Requests must be made when registering for a program. Advance notice of five days is required. Call 847-729-7500 x 7900 to make an ADA accommodation request.