Nurturing Our Retired Citizens		Programs and Events

FREE Health and Wellness Lectures

Co-Sponsored by NORC, St. Louis Park Senior Program, and Hopkins Activity Center

Summer 2006

For information please call 952-518-6640

Wednesday, June 21, 2006
10:30 – 11:30 AM

Organizing! Your First Step To Downsizing
Presented by Mary Rizer, Navigating thru Chaos, Professional Organizing Service
Simplifying your lifestyle thru organizing is the first step to downsizing. Mary will discuss how to take control over your life and navigate thru chaos. Learn efficient ways to organize your personal documents and belongings and make your living arrangements more manageable. Encourage your family members or friends to attend.



Wednesday, July 26, 2006
10:30 – 11:30 AM

Reverse Mortgage: Use Your Home To Stay In Your Home
Presented by Margaret Oibrekken, Reverse Mortgage of America, and Alissa Proshek, Access Solutions
Do you want to remain in your home, but are having difficulty paying for your growing expenses?  A Reverse Mortgage may be the answer.  Learn the "ins and outs" of a Reverse Mortgage, who qualifies and how to apply.  With this additional income from a Reverse Mortgage you can modify or adapt your home to make it safe and comfortable as you 'Age in Place'.  You will also learn about tips and resources that will help you remain independent in your own home.



Wednesday, August 23, 2006
10:30 – 11:30 AM

Taking The Sting Out Of The Moving Process
Presented by Diane Bjorkman, Gentle Transitions
If you have lived in your home for many years and are now considering a lifestyle change, this seminar will help you with all the decisions that go into a move. Diane will discuss sorting through your personal belongings, selecting a moving company, and finding an estate sale company if you need one. These helpful hints will result in a smoother transition.



Some lectures are taped and then broadcast on local cable TV.
For broadcast dates and times, e-mail John McHugh: jmchugh@stlouispark.org