Retirement in the 21st Century

A Gerontology Workshop and Volunteer Fair by Webster University

WHAT:

Webster University presents the 22nd annual gerontology workshop. The workshop is intended to provide lifelong learning educational opportunities for retirees, social workers, community service agencies, professionals working with senior clients and any adult concerned about approaching the mature stage in life and meeting it's challenges.

Each year, the workshop focuses on various aspects of aging. This year's focus is on retirement. The workshop will feature several sessions exploring the different guideposts for establishing a new identity in retirement and learning how to enjoy the day-to-day adventures of this next phase in life. Topics to be addressed include: legal principles the help protect the life and property of the older adult, volunteering and rewards of helping others, the role of education and life-long learning and making the transition from work to retirement financially.

WHEN/WHERE: Friday, Oct. 15, 2010 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Webster University, University Center Sunnen Lounge, 175 Edgar Road.

COST: $50 or $25 for seniors and students. The volunteer fair is free and open to the public.

MORE INFO: www.webster.edu/gerontologyworkshop or contact Debi Aholt at: aholtda@webster.edu or 314-968-6970.

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