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IN-PERSON: The Elderwise classroom, 2275 Platt Road
This class has an enrollment limit of 10. A waitlist will be available.
Please let the Elderwise office know if, after registering, you are unable to attend this class. This gives students on the waitlist an opportunity to join.
Fee: Member $10 Nonmember $20
Plus an additional $8 for materials, added at checkout
Are you a wannabe artist looking for a creative outlet? A coloring book aficionado wanting to draw outside the lines, with no judgment? An artist needing new inspiration or techniques? An insomniac hoping for a way to clear the squirrely chatter in your brain? Come enjoy an afternoon learning the Zentangle Method: "an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns." No artistic ability required - not even drawing a straight line! All materials will be provided. In 2012, Judy Holzschuh, an admitted non-artist, became a Certified Zentangle Teacher, and has loved watching her students tap into their own (sometimes hidden) artistic and creative abilities ever since. She has a BA in Psychology, an MSW, and a Certificate in Gerontology. Judy is retired and enjoys playing pickleball, board and card games, playing the piano, reading, bead-weaving, cooking, and traveling with her husband.
  
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Fee: $20.00
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Instructor: Judy Holzschuh
Capacity Remaining: -5
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Dates: 4/21/2026 - 4/21/2026
Times: 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Sessions: 1
Days: Tu
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Building: 2275 Platt Road
Room: Classroom
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IN-PERSON: The Elderwise classroom, 2275 Platt Road
Identity theft is a prevalent and damaging crime that can affect anyone. This class will provide an essential introduction to the world of identity theft, explaining what it is, how criminals steal personal information, and the impact on victims’ lives. Participants will learn how to recognize warning signs and implement effective strategies in their daily lives, both online and offline. Key topics include securing personal documents, safe online practices, recognizing phishing scams, and an overview of how to protect your credit report with a freeze. Real life case examples will be used to illustrate common schemes. Key takeaways include understanding common methods used by thieves to steal information such as social engineering and hacking, and learning to identify "red flags" that may indicate suspicious activity in an account. Mark will share practical tips for protecting personal information for individuals and family, and the immediate action to take if you or a family member become a victim of identity theft. Mark Munzenberger is the Financial Education Manager at the University of Michigan Credit Union (UMCU). He has been working in financial services since 2003, providing both financial education workshops and individual financial counseling for thousands of students each year. Mark’s diverse programs have been recognized with multiple Credit Union industry awards, and in 2021, he was named the Michigan Credit Union Foundation’s Educator of the Year.
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Fee: $20.00
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Instructor(s): Mark Munzenberger
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Dates: 4/29/2026 - 4/29/2026
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Sessions: 1
Days: W
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Building: 2275 Platt Road
Room: Classroom
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IN-PERSON: The Elderwise classroom, 2275 Platt Road
We have all learned the ”3 R”s – Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. But did you know that those ”3 R”s are in that order on purpose and for good reason – and that there are more than three Rs in a circular economy? In this class, participants will explore the lesser known Rs of our circular economy, and find more ways to work toward zero waste goals in daily life. The Ecology Center is a non-profit leader in the environmental movement of Southeast Michigan. The Center has focused its efforts on four main strategies, 1) educating consumers to help keep their families healthy and safe, 2) pushing corporations to use clean energy, make safe products, and provide healthy food, 3) working with policy makers to establish laws that protect communities and the environment, and 4) creating innovative services that promote healthy people and a healthy planet. Rebecca Nielsen, is the Environmental Education Director at the Ecology Center. Becca has more than 20 years of experience in the fields of formal and non-formal education and specializes in place-based and environmental education, K-12 curriculum coaching, program design, and program evaluation. She is a certified 6th-12th grade science teacher in the State of Michigan with an endorsement in biology. Becca graduated from the University of Michigan with a bachelor’s degree in biology and anthropology-zoology, and earned a master’s degree from the University of Virginia.
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Fee: $20.00
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Instructor(s): Rebecca Nielsen
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Dates: 4/29/2026 - 4/29/2026
Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Sessions: 1
Days: W
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Building: 2275 Platt Road
Room: Classroom
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IN-PERSON: The Elderwise classroom, 2275 Platt Road
Leaf411, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is the nation's first national cannabis nurse helpline and guidance service, committed to expanding healthcare equity by ensuring consumers have free or low-cost access to evidence-based information. Leaf411’s mission is to provide education and directional support to the public about the safe and effective use of cannabis. During this presentation, Mary Loyer, RN, a Leaf411 nurse, will provide a general overview of cannabis medicine, and explain how a cannabis nurse can assist in finding answers to our questions. Topics will include a brief overview of how components of the cannabis plant (marijuana and hemp) interact with the body, potential therapeutic benefits, how to avoid unwanted side effects, and the potential for interaction with other medications. Mary Loyer, RN, has been working with Leaf411 for four years to increase awareness of this essential public education resource. She has spent 25 years in the healthcare industry, concentrating on medication safety. After retiring in 2021, she returned to school to earn a certificate in cannabis medicine from Pacific College in California.
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Fee: $20.00
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Instructor(s): Mary Loyer
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Dates: 5/6/2026 - 5/6/2026
Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Sessions: 1
Days: W
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Building: 2275 Platt Road
Room: Classroom
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IN-PERSON: The Elderwise classroom, 2275 Platt Road
Robin Lehman will lead us in a discussion of Advance Care directives and other documents that we all should have in place. The discussion will include what you should know and what you can do now. Everyone should be aware of end-of-life options, no matter where they are on their journey. Knowledge is power. Join us for this presentation regarding having important conversations with your loved ones about your wishes and needs. It includes ensuring that your Advance Directive is up to date as well as other documents you may consider. Five Wishes is a framework for completing an Advance Care Directive. Join us for this important, although sometimes difficult, conversation. Robin Lehman is one of the co-founders of the Evergreen End of Life Care Foundation of Michigan. She is a member of the National End of Life Doula Alliance (NEDA) and is a certified End of Life Doula. Robin is passionate about supporting people as they navigate end of life challenges, as well as providing community outreach and education.
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Fee: $20.00
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Instructor(s): Robin Lehman
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Dates: 5/14/2026 - 5/14/2026
Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Sessions: 1
Days: Th
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Building: 2275 Platt Road
Room: Classroom
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IN-PERSON: The Elderwise classroom, 2275 Platt Road
End-of-life care encompasses much more than hospice services, it means planning for the “what ifs” before they happen. Join us for this sometimes difficult conversation to learn about options available to us all. Learn about the differences between senior living, assisted living, memory care, and other options available. Learn when to get Hospice involved and the myths of hospice care. Everyone should be aware of end-of-life options, no matter where they are on their journey, and whether they are caring for others or thinking about their own future. Knowledge is powerful. Jenny Turner is part of the core of the Evergreen End of Life Care Foundation of Michigan. She is a member of the National End of Life Doula Alliance (NEDA), a certified End of Life Doula, and is passionate about supporting people as they navigate end of life challenges, as well as providing community outreach and education.
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Fee: $20.00
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Instructor(s): Jenny Turner
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Dates: 5/20/2026 - 5/20/2026
Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Sessions: 1
Days: W
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Building: 2275 Platt Road
Room: Classroom
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IN-PERSON: The Elderwise classroom, 2275 Platt Road
Many of us are having trouble coping with daily life in these difficult times. We and our loved ones may be experiencing anxiety, insomnia, anger, sadness, helplessness, or hopelessness. Join us to explore what we can do to cope and even thrive in today’s world. Before retirement, Chris was an educator in Gentle Teaching, a way of interacting with others to make them feel safe and valued so they can be their best selves. In this class, she will talk about how we can apply these principles to ourselves as well as others, in order to gain resilience and patience. Chris Hench holds an M.S.W. from the University of Michigan. She was the Chief Operating Officer of a non-profit in Oakland County which supported persons with developmental disabilities, including those who were Deaf. She is currently a consultant for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and DeafCAN! on Deaf mental health issues. Chris is the mother of an adult Deaf son.
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Fee: $20.00
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Instructor(s): Chris Hench
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Dates: 5/21/2026 - 5/21/2026
Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Sessions: 1
Days: Th
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Building: 2275 Platt Road
Room: Classroom
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