Discovering OLLI: A Path to Lifelong Learning and Community
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What does it mean to keep learning as we age – and why does it matter? In this episode of Honestly Aging by Friends Life Care VigR®, we’re joined by Adam Brunner, Director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Temple University, to explore the power of education, connection, and curiosity in later life. Adam shares how OLLI offers dynamic learning opportunities for adults 50+ through a wide range of in-person, online, and hybrid classes, including art history, technology, theater, financial planning, and more.
Watch or listen to this episode and discover how OLLI fosters a vibrant community, supports cognitive health, and empowers older adults to rekindle old passions or pursue new ones. Learn about the volunteer instructors, shared interest groups, intergenerational programs, and digital literacy initiatives that make OLLI a standout resource in the Delaware Valley and beyond.
Whether you're already a lifelong learner or simply curious about what's possible in your next chapter, this episode is a must-listen.
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Resources:
- https://noncredit.temple.edu/olli
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- https://www.facebook.com/OLLIatTemple
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