05/28/2026
Thriving in Community Shared Interest Group
Activities to Keep Your Mind Engaged
Thriving Cognitively as We Age
5 – 6:30 pm Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Contact SIG Program Coordinator Jan Nickerson by June 21 to register for in-person attendance and by June 28 to register for Zoom attendance.
What truly helps our brains stay healthy and engaged as we age—and what actually makes a difference? In this interactive session, Elizabeth Williams will explore research-based strategies that support cognitive health, emotional well-being, and purpose in later life. Participants will learn about the role of physical activity, cognitive activities, and how purposeful engagement supports both brain body and spirit.
Drawing on recent research and national conversations—including last year's U.S. Surgeon General’s call to address social isolation as a public health issue—this program will highlight how connection, curiosity, and shared activities help keep our minds engaged. The session will include discussion and participant interaction. Participants may even discover shared interests that lead to continued connection beyond the program.
Speaker Bio
Elizabeth Williams is the Executive Director of Mountain Aging Partners, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting older adults through community-based services that promote independence, connection, and quality of life. With extensive experience in aging services, adult day programs, and community engagement, Elizabeth brings a practical, human-centered approach to healthy aging. Her work focuses on helping individuals and communities thrive—not just age—by fostering purpose, social connection, and well-being across the lifespan.
Email Jan Nickerson at [email protected] to RSVP for in person attendance (by 6/21) or via Zoom link (by 6/28). This program starts at 5pm and ends at 6:30 pm. The location is at AmeriHealth Caritas at 216 Asheland Ave on the South Slope (south of downtown).
The Thriving in Community SIG explores issues around aging including aging in place and end of life issues: legal, financial, philosophical and emotional. Informational exchanges and personal sharing are part of each meeting. Zoom sessions are recorded and are limited to current OLLI members and invited subject matter experts.
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Please remember that if you plan to attend a SIG function regularly, you must be a current OLLI member and must be registered in that SIG. If you are a registered OLLI member and would like to join Thriving in Community or any of our other SIGs, you may do so at no additional cost. Find out more information about SIGs on our website and register to attend SIGs regularly on our registration site. If you are logged in and if you are a 25-26 OLLI member you should be able to add SIGs to your cart. For further information about Thriving in Community, or to receive notifications from this SIG, contact Lou Lieb at [email protected].
