Art of Healthy Aging Summer Series

Watch all 3 episodes here:

Musical Performance by Mosaic Steel Orchestra

This three-part series consists of 40-minute episodes that are jam-packed with information and resources for Health, Safety, Security, Nutrition, and Joyful Living.

Each episode brings together 3-5 experts to discuss topics that all seniors and their families should be considering during this time.

Episode 1: Health, Wellness, and Legal Aspects of the Pandemic

• Vision Health As We Age | Presented by Dr. Alan Wagner, MD, FACS, FICS, Wagner Macula & Retina Center
• Movement Matters! Easy Dance Exercises | Presented by Carolyn Harper, Zumba Instructor
• Stimulus Payments Belong to You, Not the Nursing Home | Presented by Emily A. Martin, Esq. Hook Law

Episode 2: Brain Health, Medicare Benefits, Healthy Movement, and Nutritious Recipes

• Six Pillars of Brain Health | Presented by Philisa Johnson, Associate State Director – Community Outreach, AARP Virginia
• Get Up On Your Feet or In Your Seat – Moving to stay healthy | Presented by Crystal Bynum & Mary Noonan, Evidence-Based Wellness Team, Senior Services
• Age Has Its Benefits — Know Yours. Navigating Medicare ahead of Open Enrollment | Presented by Bonnie Dozier, Medicare Benefits Team Leader, Senior Services
• Cooking from My Pantry: No-Bake Peanut Butter Quinoa Bars | Presented by Kirsten Romero, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), Senior Services

Episode 3: Life Transitions and Housing, Genealogy, and Salsa Lessons

• House Rules – Keep Yourself Safe And Secure. Life transition and housing issues | Presented by Harvey E. Chambers, CSA, Community Relations Consultant, Anthem Virginia, and Kelly Evans, Housing Outreach Specialist, Anthem Healthkeepers
• Genealogy 101 | Presented by Robin Barton, Senior Companion Program Coordinator, Senior Services
• Why Sit When You Can Salsa? | Presented by Marquita Bianca, Owner and Director, Baila Fuzion Dance and Creative Arts Center