The Boomers: Reflecting, Sharing, Learning
Is it Time to Sell Mom and Dad's House?
Tuesday, 15 May 2012 08:28
With longevity increasing in our society, many in the Boomer generation may need to help their parents decide when it is time to sell a home of many years. Some Boomers may even be in the situation of having to decide FOR their parents for any number of health reasons, but this can be a sticky situation especially if the parent(s) insist on staying in place even when the adult child thinks the living arrangement is no longer safe.
Realtor Laura Leiden, who recently earned the Senior Real Estate Specialist designation, has made it an important part of her business to understand the concerns and challenges of Seniors, and will offer suggestions at an upcoming Community Snapshot on May 23, 12:30 p.m. at Lyndon House Arts Center, 293 Hoyt St.
The program is free and open to the public and you can participate in this program three ways. First, you can come to the Lyndon House, even bring a lunch if you like, and enjoy light refreshments. Second, if you can't get away from your home or office you can log in to the live session from your computer (see below for directions.) Third, if that day or time doesn't fit your schedule, you can see the archived version of this program from our website 24/7.
To log on to the live session from a computer at home CLICK HERE about 10 minutes before the beginning of the program. Enter your name, email, and password (123456) and follow the directions on the screen. If you have a telephone nearby you dial the toll free number to log into the audio, and we can hear your questions. If you have a web cam on your computer, we can also see you. It is the next best thing to being there. You'll be able to ask questions and make comments just like the audience at the Lyndon House by voice or on the keyboard.
If this is new to you, we suggest you look over the tutorial on this website beforehand. It's easy, but like anything new, most people need some help the first time. You may call the grant coordinator, 706-613-3650 ext. 343 for additional help Monday - Wednesday, but before Wednesday, May 23.
Richard "Ole" Olsen Talks About Vietnam
Monday, 14 May 2012 10:34
For "Ole" the experience of serving in Vietnam is more than a memory. It was the source of close, life-long friendships, an insight into the "humanism of the planet," but most of all the influence on his life's work as an artist. Watch his lively interview with Mary Kay Mitchell.
In this image Ole recalls looking out the helicopter window at the rice patties, rivers and other landscape features below.
Professor emeritus at UGA's Lamar Dodd School of Art, Ole signed up to serve as a young man seeking Hemmingway-like adventure. His war buddies are still close friends, and he was a key influence in establishing a Vietnam War Veterans Art Museum in Chicago.
The Steffan Thomas Museum of Art, 4200 Bethany Road, Buckhead, GA is host to his show Vietnam Revisited III: Another Focus, opening May 18th.
This exhibition of works by Richard J. Olsen has been curated by guest curators Drs. Andrew & Hathia Hayes. The artwork in this collection represents not only the artist's response to his Vietnam experiences as a helicopter pilot, but also the direction in which his work went post-war.
Staying At Home As We Age
Tuesday, 17 April 2012 11:17
The recent economic downturn coupled with the fact that our population is living much longer is causing many families to rethink their options for day-to-day living as they age. National Public Radio is currently airing a series about the growing trend of multi-generational housing called One Roof, Three Generations, Many Decisions. Our Athens area Community will have another option to throw into the mix, and that is a consumer based membership organization called "The Village" that helps people age in place.
The Village, which is starting up this spring and summer, is based on a concept with a ten-year success story in Beacon Hill of Boston, MA. Jenny Deese, president and CEO of the Athens Community Council on Aging, secured a grant for our community to start this program. Boomers, considering options for aging parents or wondering what plans they themselves should make for the future, can join Jenny and outreach coordinator KaDee Holt, for information about the program.
The program, It Takes a Village: Athens Supports Aging in Place, is on Wednesday, April 25, at 12:30 p.m. at Lyndon House Arts Center, 293 Hoyt St. and can be attended there free of charge, or from home on your computer. If you have to miss it, you can watch the archived version from this website. For instructions for logging in to the live webcast CLICK HERE or contact Madeline Darnell This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or call 706-613-3650 ext 343. Here's the link for logging in to "It Takes a Village," hosted by The Boomers, Reflecting, Sharing, Learning. Password is 123456.
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