Past Events

Dr. Alison Thomas-Cottingham will be speaking at Highland Park Senior Center this coming November! Join Discover65plus in a discussion about the importance of social relationships during older adulthood. “We are all social beings.  Friendships are important for so many reasons. Research has shown that having friends is as important to well-being as healthy eating, exercise and sufficient sleep. In this presentation, Dr. Thomas-Cottingham will address the benefits of friendship, in other words, what do friends contribute to our lives? She…

Dr. Alison Thomas-Cottingham will be speaking at Hunterdon Senior Center this coming winter!   Join Discover65plus in a holiday discussion filled with tips and advice on ways to enjoy the best time of the year. Winter is the season to spread joy and thanks, but it too, comes with it the hard work of preparing holiday feasts, the tedious struggles of travelling and all the other stressful emotions our families and the weather can bring about us. Have no fear,…

Many of us have vivid memories dating when we were younger. In most cases, the agreement to go out is followed by the excitement and anticipation of the date. The next step may involve the pleasure of doing something you like with someone whose company you enjoy, and then maybe plans to do it again. Dating can also be stressful. Some of us have concerns about how someone who does not know us well will perceive us, or have worries…