Sanford Center for Aging

06/06/2026

Today is National Higher Education Day and we are honored to be part of educating new health care providers, caregivers and anyone who will be working with older adults in our community. Want to learn more? https://med.unr.edu/sanford

06/04/2026

The executive director of OLLI, Dolores, and a longtime OLLI member, Executive director of OLLI at University of Nevada Reno, Dolores and longtime member, Lynne, visited KOLO 8 News Now Morning Break to share details about the open enrollment for the new term beginning July 1. Watch the interview using the link below and join OLLI today!

https://www.kolotv.com/2026/06/04/osher-lifelong-learning-institute-invites-seniors-enroll-ahead-new-term/

06/04/2026

We are incredibly excited for the new term of OLLI at University of Nevada Reno to begin July 1!

The extraordinary team of Dolores and Lynne talked on KOLO 8 News Now about the new term and why you should join!

06/02/2026

We connect you with resources to help you care for an aging family member. Visit Nevada Caregivers to learn about the assistance available to you in Nevada! https://nevadacaregivers.org/

Lo conectamos con recursos para ayudarlo a cuidar a un familiar anciano. ¡Visite Nevada Caregivers para conocer la asistencia disponible para usted en Nevada! https://nevadacaregivers.org/

Free guide of 300+ resources for family caregivers in Reno, Sparks, Washoe County, and Nevada. Find in-home care, medical equipment, and more.

06/01/2026

Join Dementia Friendly Nevada for its upcoming Distinguished Speakers featuring Jessica Luh Kim and Mary Beth Wighton on Monday, June 8 at 1 p.m. PT online via Zoom: (registration required)

Don't miss this month's DFNV Distinguished Speaker Series session!

Featuring a presentation on "Dignity, Dementia, and Changing the Story" by Jessica Luh Kim and Mary Beth Wighton of JLK Consulting and Coaching Services.

Monday, June 8
1:00 - 2:30 PM Pacific
Online, via Zoom

Free and open to all!

More information and registration at https://dfnv.org/distinguished-speakers

05/31/2026

Did you know Sanford Center for Aging offers the Sanford Assessment? A free community-based health and wellness assessment that checks medications, cognition, risk of falls and so much more. Schedule your free assessment today by calling (775) 784-4774, Option 4.
https://med.unr.edu/sanford/health-services/wellness-assessment

05/30/2026

As we round out we want to thank the many programs and services that support older adults in Nevada – it takes a network of caring individuals to provide support for our elders and we are honored to be able to contribute. Learn more about our services: https://med.unr.edu/sanford

05/29/2026

Hannah and Courtney from our wellness team along with Jessica from School of Public Health at the University of Nevada, Reno went to the National Council on Aging’s annual Age + Action Conference in DC to talk about our community falls prevention program to help older adults prevent falls and stay independent!

05/27/2026

We ❤️ lifelong learning! There are incredible benefits, including belonging. OLLI at University of Nevada Reno provides the atmosphere and opportunity, all you need to do is jump in! Read the article from University of Nevada, Reno, Nevada Today to learn more:
University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine
https://www.unr.edu/nevada-today/news/2026/olli-enrollment

Open enrollment is open with the new term starting July 1. Designed for those age 50 and older.

05/27/2026

Today is National Senior Health and Fitness Day so get out for that walk, do those stretches and get your body moving!