LEARN Idaho

05/28/2026

With just a tap, new tools appear,
Bringing connection close and near. 🤖
Simple solutions can light the way,
Making life easier day by day.

Special thanks to GrandApp AI from Western Seniormatics for sponsoring the Technology Channel and helping us explore tech that truly connects.

https://learnidaho.org/technology/

05/27/2026

Discover the quiet power of 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' by
Shelby Van Pelt

Join the Encore Book Club on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, from 6:30–7:30 MT for an online discussion of a tender, quietly magical novel about Tova Sullivan, a widow working the night shift at a small-town aquarium, who forms an unlikely bond with Marcellus, a remarkably perceptive giant Pacific octopus. As Marcellus pieces together clues about Tova’s long-lost son, their connection gently nudges both of them toward long-buried truths. It’s a story about grief, second chances, and the unexpected relationships that illuminate the darkest seasons of life.

You can find more information about this Facebook Event at:
https://www.facebook.com/events/845668771856594

The Encore Book Club is a welcoming space for older adults to connect, engage, and explore books that inspire lifelong learning, personal growth, and new possibilities. Connect with fellow readers, share your thoughts, and explore themes of memory, mystery, and resilience. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your horizons and make new friends!

05/23/2026

Did you know that nearly 1 in 5 employees is also juggling caregiving responsibilities? 🤔

Navigating the balance between work and caregiving can be challenging. Dive into this insightful video to discover key communication strategies designed to empower working caregivers! With a toolkit crafted by Disability:IN, this session will equip you with the skills to express your caregiving needs to your employer, share invaluable tools and templates, and highlight ways to foster a caregiver-inclusive workplace.

https://learnidaho.org/caregiving/

Together, let's cultivate environments where both your career and caregiving can flourish!

05/20/2026

Even in regret, there is room for peace.

In this meaningful conversation, Barbara Karnes, RN, shares how healing can still happen at the end of life—through connection, reflection, and compassion.

As individuals seek closure, meaning, forgiveness, and peace, these insights offer powerful guidance for caregivers and families alike—long before the final chapter.

Watch the full episode and support your caregiving journey:
www.learnidaho.org/end-of-life

Videos on this channel of the LEARN Video Library feature topics on aging lifestyle choices presented by professionals in aging industries.

05/19/2026

Creating spaces where everyone feels supported and included makes a lasting difference. 💙

Discover how the THRIVE Center at the Treasure Valley YMCA is building a welcoming environment for neurodiverse children and adults—while keeping doors open to all. Andrea Parker shares how thoughtful design, trained staff, and a focus on positivity help participants and caregivers feel safe, supported, and empowered.

Watch the full video and learn how inclusive spaces can help everyone thrive: https://learnidaho.org/community-resources

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05/14/2026

Understanding the veteran experience can transform end-of-life care for veterans.

Watch this new video from LEARN to discover how military service shapes identity, values, and behaviors—and why that matters in care settings. Lenny Jensen of Keystone Hospice shares insights that can help create more compassionate, informed support for veterans and their families.

Watch the full video and deepen your understanding of veteran-centered care:

https://learnidaho.org/community-resources

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05/14/2026

An afternoon filled with tea, connection, and community ☕🌸

Our Ladies’ Tea & Social fundraiser was a beautiful success, made possible by the incredible generosity of our volunteers. We are so grateful for the time, energy, and heart each of you shared:

Bethany Belcher
Thomas Belcher
Tracey Covey
Bizzy Devore
Patrick Dorigan
Karen Egbert
Jessica Fuller
Sherrie Gibson
Steve Holladay
Sarah Howard
Darcy Jackson
Kathy Lacina
Mika Marshall
Kimi Pedracini
Holly Setian
Gregory Wabst

A special thank you to the Meridian Senior Centerian Senior Center and their Outreach Specialist, Alexandria Cooper, for partnering with us on this wonderful joint fundraiser.

And this event simply would not have been possible without the extraordinary gift of time, talent, and tea party treasures from Sherrie Gibson of Life Care Centers of America. From sharing the rich history of tea to providing beautiful hats for everyone to enjoy, Sherrie created an experience that made the day truly unforgettable.

We are so thankful for this community 💕

05/12/2026

Simplify caregiving with AI

Feeling overwhelmed as a caregiver? Discover how free AI tools like ChatGPT can streamline your day! Watch this interactive session to learn practical tips for managing appointments, simplifying health info, drafting messages, and finding balance—all without needing tech expertise. Let AI be your second set of hands for a smoother caregiving journey. ✨

Watch the full video and learn how inclusive spaces can help everyone thrive: https://learnidaho.org/technology/

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05/11/2026

Grateful hearts for a channel bright,
Sharing wisdom, hope, and light. 🌿
Guidance strong and support so true,
Helping healthier paths come into view.

Big thanks to Life Changes Elder Care Consulting for sponsoring the Health Channel and helping us keep quality information flowing into our community free of charge!

https://learnidaho.org/health/

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05/06/2026

There are books that entertain…and then there are books that stay with you.

"Stoner" by John Williams is one of those quiet, powerful stories.

It follows the life of a man who, from the outside, seems to live an ordinary life—but underneath, wrestles with identity, relationships, purpose, and what it really means to devote yourself to something.

This is the kind of book that doesn’t shout.
It unfolds slowly… and invites reflection.

And those are often the ones that lead to the most meaningful conversations.

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We meet the second Tuesday of each month
6:30–7:30 p.m. Mountain Time on Zoom
Check out the Events section of our page to learn more.

If you’re craving deeper conversation and connection around books that stay with you… you’re very welcome to join us.