Lecture series takes aim at having a better retirement
Medford Public Library is teaming up with Tufts Osher Lifelong Learning Institute to bring researchers to talk about research-based approaches to having a happier, healthier retirement.
Curious about how to have a happier, healthier retirement?
Medford Public Library is teaming up with Tufts Osher Lifelong Learning Institute to bring researchers to talk about research-based approaches to having a happier, healthier retirement. The lecture series will run over three weeks starting with:
Sept. 30, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Tufts to You: Age Well, Live Well
Explore the pivotal role of physical activity in achieving a vibrant and active life in your golden years. Led by Dr. Roger A. Fielding, PhD this presentation will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about your lifestyle to support your well-being in retirement and beyond.
Registration for this program is free at medfordlibrary.org/events
Oct. 7, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Tufts to You: Health Outcomes from Positive Experiences
This lecture introduces the Health Outcomes from Positive Experiences (HOPE) framework — a strengths-based approach that emphasizes how positive experiences help shape healthier, more resilient individuals and families. Whether you're a grandparent, volunteer, mentor, or simply interested in supporting the next generation, this session will explore how everyday interactions can foster well-being and long-term health in yourself, children and communities. Join us to learn how your life experience and engagement can make a meaningful impact, and how the HOPE framework can be applied to your own life during times of great transition.
Registration for this program is free at medfordlibrary.org/events
Oct. 14, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Tufts to You: The Challenge of Social Isolation
Recent research reveals that Americans are spending significantly more time alone and far less time interacting with others compared to past generations. Since the 1960s, social interaction has dropped by 20%, while time spent alone has increased by over 90 minutes per day. In his article “The Anti-Social Century” (The Atlantic), journalist Derek Thompson explores the rise of this phenomenon, its roots, and its wide-reaching impact on our economy, politics, and relationships. This one-hour lecture will explore the key ideas from Thompson’s article, focusing on the causes and consequences of growing social isolation — with special attention to its impact on older adults. We'll also discuss potential ways to counteract this trend and foster stronger social connections in our daily lives.
Registration for this program is free at medfordlibrary.org/events
For more information on these lectures or any MPL program, contact the library at 781-395-7950 or go to http://www.medfordlibrary.org.
