Lifelong learning

Social groups help in combatting social isolation
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Social groups help in combatting social isolation

Social groups help in combatting social isolation

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-05-16T00:00:00-05:00May 16th, 2014|Lifelong learning, Volunteering|

Not long ago, one of our regular class participants, Liz Lippa came to Oasis after a rough weekend. Her son had a major heart attack and her cousin passed away. She was feeling low. “I just wanted to climb into bed and pull the covers over my head,” she said, but then she realized that what she really needed to do was to get out and talk. She got out of bed and headed to her St. Louis Oasis Women’s Roundtable group.

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Have you planted your tomatoes yet?
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Have you planted your tomatoes yet?

Have you planted your tomatoes yet?

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-05-07T00:00:00-05:00May 7th, 2014|Health, Lifelong learning|

I’ll be celebrating Mother’s Day in my own special way this coming weekend, when I plant tomatoes. When I read Jamsey Thomas’ blog about hobbies a few weeks ago, I wasn’t surprised to see gardening near the top of the list for people age 50-plus. I’m 50-plus, and I love gardening, especially vegetable gardening. But then, tomatoes and I go way back. I like to say that tomatoes put me through college.

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Discovering the desire to learn something new
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Discovering the desire to learn something new

Discovering the desire to learn something new

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-05-05T00:00:00-05:00May 5th, 2014|Lifelong learning|

... Tom had discovered the ukulele tucked away on a shelf in the corner of the musty barn and in that serendipitous moment had discovered within him a desire to make music.

Learning to play a musical instrument not only inspires your creative soul but also is an entertaining way to unwind after a hectic day. What instrument should you play?

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The case for lifelong learning
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The case for lifelong learning

The case for lifelong learning

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-04-16T00:00:00-05:00April 16th, 2014|Lifelong learning|

Lifelong learning has been a regular part of my vocabulary for a long time. In reality, it starts from the time we enter the world, evolving as we grow. From learning how to feed ourselves, to how to read, to how to drive ... well, you get the picture. What are you doing to learn now?

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How do you discover life after 50?
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How do you discover life after 50?

How do you discover life after 50?

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-03-19T00:00:00-05:00March 19th, 2014|Lifelong learning|

We’re proud to offer educational opportunities that help people get the most out of life. And there’s a gold mine of knowledge, talent and passion among our volunteers, instructors and supporters. This is a place to share that knowledge. And that’s where you can help! Interested in being a guest blogger for Oasis?

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Caring for an older population

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2014-03-14T00:00:00-05:00March 14th, 2014|Health, Lifelong learning|

How will we take care of our older adults? What will their role in our civilization be? These questions and more were explored late last summer at the <a href="http://csd.wustl.edu/AboutUs/News/Pages/International-Conference-in-China-Focuses-on-Productive-Aging.aspx">Productive Aging Conference</a> at Peking University in Bejing, China that Oasis attended. Oasis President Marcia Kerz was there and part of that discussion.

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Do you live the “Oasis lifestyle?”
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Do you live the “Oasis lifestyle?”

Do you live the “Oasis lifestyle?”

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2013-07-02T00:00:00-05:00July 2nd, 2013|Health, Lifelong learning, Volunteering|

In case you don’t know, the Oasis mission is this: Oasis is a pioneer of the three-pronged approach to successful aging – lifelong learning, active lifestyles and community involvement.

As a volunteer coordinator, I work closely with Oasis volunteers and realized recently that many of them are living, what my colleague refers to as the "Oasis lifestyle.” So what exactly does that mean?

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Training for impact
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Training for impact

Training for impact

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2013-03-08T00:00:00-05:00March 8th, 2013|Health, Lifelong learning, Volunteering|

At Oasis we're continually looking for ways to offer more programs that demonstrate positive impact in people’s lives. And we've found some common elements of effective programs.

We're thrilled to be recognized by the American Society on Aging for our work. On March 12 Oasis receives ASA’s Gloria Cavanaugh Award for Excellence in Training and Education.

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A 30-year journey to successful aging
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A 30-year journey to successful aging

A 30-year journey to successful aging

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2012-06-19T00:00:00-05:00June 19th, 2012|Lifelong learning|

It was the fall of 1982. After spending the day touring senior centers, Marylen Mann told St. Louis Commissioner of Aging, Father Lucius Cervantes, “We can do better for the elderly.” And with that, Oasis was founded. Little did anyone know that Marylen, then in her 40s, was ahead of her time. For St. Louis and eventually, some 40 cities across the nation, the birth of Oasis would change how everyone thought of older adults ...

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Downsizing & Donating
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Downsizing & Donating

Downsizing & Donating

By Oasis Institute Webmaster|2012-01-16T00:00:00-05:00January 16th, 2012|Lifelong learning|

Oasis guest blogger Jan Lehman of "Can the Clutter" discusses organizing and/or getting rid of the things in your home you no longer have use for. Jan was a presenter at Oasis in Eugene, OR.

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