Lifelong Learning: The Intentional Pursuit of Knowledge
The City of Seattle's Seniors Training Seniors program
offers both learning and volunteer
opportunities. Learn more at www.seattle.gov/seniors.
For many of us, the term "lifelong learning" evokes images of learning environments like college campuses and libraries, or of hobbies—whether social or solitary—and other happy endeavors.
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Selected Lifelong Learning Resources King County Public Library/More to Explore 50+ Mayor's Office for Senior Citizens Coffee Hours Osher Lifelong Learning Institute-UW |
According to Wikipedia, "Lifelong learning ... recognises that learning is not confined to childhood or the classroom, but takes place throughout life and in a range of situations. Learning can no longer be divided into a place and time to acquire knowledge (school) and a place and time to apply the knowledge acquired (the workplace). Instead, learning can be seen as something that takes place on an on-going basis from our daily interactions with others and with the world around us."
It's not that we stop learning. Most of us take in thousands of pieces of information each and every day. Rather, we're looking at the intentional pursuit of knowledge, and the benefits associated with that pursuit.
This month's AgeWise King County takes a local look at opportunities for learning later in life:
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In his article, "Discovering Talents and Interests that Make Life Meaningful," my Advisory Council colleague George Dicks takes a personal look at the journey of growing older and achieving the opportunity for personal and intellectual fulfillment.
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In "Deepening Self-Knowledge and Forging Connections with Others," Rebecca Crichton describes meaningful conversations, workshops, classes, and academic learning that enhance the aging experience, hosted by the Northwest Center for Creative Aging.
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Laura McDowell's article, "Exercise Your Mind at Washington Community and Technical Colleges," describes the wealth of learning opportunities for older adults available at local community and technical colleges.
Also in this issue, you'll find information about unique learning opportunities, including nutrition, benefits, special events, and valuable links. Please take time to open and read each of the articles listed above as well as those listed in the column to the right. I think you’ll be amazed at what you learn!
Lifelong learning helps you get moving, stay connected, and make a difference!
—Diane Snell, Chair
Seattle-King County Advisory Council for Aging and Disability Services