Welcome to Lifelong Maine's Age-Friendly Skill-Building series! In partnership with the Governor's Cabinet on Aging, the University of Maine presents 15 dynamic chapters to enhance age-friendly skills and knowledge. Created by subject matter experts, these engaging modules include practical exercises and real-world examples. Whether you're a leader, volunteer, or professional in aging, jump in and elevate your confidence while making a positive impact on your community!
Embedded Files
purpose
purpose
The series covers essential age-friendly skills, including outreach, advocacy, volunteer management, communication, and more. Each chapter focuses on a specific skill, equipping Community Connectors and other community volunteers to confidently work alongside older residents. The material will help volunteers perform many different roles--from leading age-friendly initiatives to transportation to connecting older adults with resources that enhance their well-being and quality of life.
Flexible, Self-Paced
Flexible, Self-Paced
Whether you have a few minutes or an hour, you can access the Skill Training chapters whenever it is convenient. The self-directed format accomodates various learning styles and interests so that you can fully engage with the material without feeling rushed or constrained by a fixed deadline. Take the time you need to absorb and reflect on each chapter, making your learning journey more effective and enjoyable. Are you wondering about cost? The series is free for anyone who is interested in taking it.
recognition
recognition
Throughout each chapter, there are links to complete on-line reflections. When you have completed 10 of the chapters, we will send you a certificate in Age-Friendly Community Development to celebrate your commitment to lifelong learning.
Not interested in getting a certificate or just want to explore a few chapters? We are delighted to have you join us! Whether you take the full series or just a few of the chapters, please email us if you encounter any difficulties.
If you have any questions as you are going through the material, please email: lifelong@maine.edu.
The Lifelong Maine Skill Building Series was developed as part of the Community Connections project.
Funding for the project was provided through support of the Governor's Cabinet on Aging and Office of Aging and Disability Services.
We are deeply grateful for the funding and for the thought leadership provided by Elizabeth Gattien, Coordinator of the Governor's Cabinet on Aging.
Page updated
Google Sites
Report abuse