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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Detect\, Prevent\, & Respond to Elder Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Throughout August\, Perennial Park will be offering Lunch & Learn: Detect\, Prevent\, and Respond to Elder Abuse. Every Tuesday in August from noon-1pm\, there will be different speakers to cover topics pertaining to elder abuse and how to protect yourself and others before and after it happens!During this 4-week series of Lunch & Learns\, you will be educated on how to detect the signs of elder abuse\, how to prevent it from happening to you or a loved one\, and how to respond to it if it is has occurred.By attending each session\, you enter into a raffle to win some sweet prizes including a $150 gift card to Meijer! The more sessions attended\, the more entries into the raffle.Series Sessions Schedule:Tuesday\, August 4th – Martha York and Ashlee Griffes from WellWise Services Area Agency on Aging will be presenting on what elder abuse is as well as covering ways that their organization can help\, with programs like Safe Haven.Tuesday\, August 11th – Danna Woolsey from County National Bank will be covering how to protect yourself and others from financial abuse. She will cover fraud\, scams\, and financial exploitation and how you can combat them!Tuesday\, August 18th – Sarita Puri from disAbility Connections – Jackson MI will be talking about protecting those in the community who are more vulnerable\, such as those with disabilities. She will cover self-advocacy as well as their services for the elder population.Tuesday\, August 25th – Lorrie Miller from Lorrie Miller Law\, PLC and Michael Derby from Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LCSSM) will be discussing legal resources to help you before and after abuse and/or exploitation occurs.We encourage attending ALL sessions\, so you can be best prepared to help yourself and others detect\, prevent\, and respond to elder abuse. If you are interested in attending these sessions\, please RSVP by calling 517-437-2422 or stop by the Center located at 320 W. Bacon Street in Hillsdale.This Lunch & Learn series is made possible by a grant through WellWise Services Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/lunch-learn-detect-prevent-respond-to-elder-abuse/2026-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261028T100000
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SUMMARY:Safe as Prevention
DESCRIPTION:We have transitioned our SAFE+ program to SAFE as Prevention! \nStop by the Center to meet with our program coordinator\, Cynthia Li-Garmany! She will be here every Wednesday from 10am-3pm to help you fight back against financial abuse and exploitation. This program was developed by Dr. Peter Lichtenberg from the Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University to help older adults facing these issues and by using evidence-based education\, we hope to help older adults become proactive in protecting themselves from abuse as well as how to deal with issues if they occur. \nTo learn more about this program\, call us at 517-437-2422 or stop by the Center on Wednesdays located at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242.
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/safe-as-prevention/2026-10-28/
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-10-28/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
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SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-11-02/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Detect\, Prevent\, & Respond to Elder Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Throughout August\, Perennial Park will be offering Lunch & Learn: Detect\, Prevent\, and Respond to Elder Abuse. Every Tuesday in August from noon-1pm\, there will be different speakers to cover topics pertaining to elder abuse and how to protect yourself and others before and after it happens!During this 4-week series of Lunch & Learns\, you will be educated on how to detect the signs of elder abuse\, how to prevent it from happening to you or a loved one\, and how to respond to it if it is has occurred.By attending each session\, you enter into a raffle to win some sweet prizes including a $150 gift card to Meijer! The more sessions attended\, the more entries into the raffle.Series Sessions Schedule:Tuesday\, August 4th – Martha York and Ashlee Griffes from WellWise Services Area Agency on Aging will be presenting on what elder abuse is as well as covering ways that their organization can help\, with programs like Safe Haven.Tuesday\, August 11th – Danna Woolsey from County National Bank will be covering how to protect yourself and others from financial abuse. She will cover fraud\, scams\, and financial exploitation and how you can combat them!Tuesday\, August 18th – Sarita Puri from disAbility Connections – Jackson MI will be talking about protecting those in the community who are more vulnerable\, such as those with disabilities. She will cover self-advocacy as well as their services for the elder population.Tuesday\, August 25th – Lorrie Miller from Lorrie Miller Law\, PLC and Michael Derby from Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LCSSM) will be discussing legal resources to help you before and after abuse and/or exploitation occurs.We encourage attending ALL sessions\, so you can be best prepared to help yourself and others detect\, prevent\, and respond to elder abuse. If you are interested in attending these sessions\, please RSVP by calling 517-437-2422 or stop by the Center located at 320 W. Bacon Street in Hillsdale.This Lunch & Learn series is made possible by a grant through WellWise Services Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/lunch-learn-detect-prevent-respond-to-elder-abuse/2026-11-03/
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-11-03/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
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SUMMARY:Safe as Prevention
DESCRIPTION:We have transitioned our SAFE+ program to SAFE as Prevention! \nStop by the Center to meet with our program coordinator\, Cynthia Li-Garmany! She will be here every Wednesday from 10am-3pm to help you fight back against financial abuse and exploitation. This program was developed by Dr. Peter Lichtenberg from the Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University to help older adults facing these issues and by using evidence-based education\, we hope to help older adults become proactive in protecting themselves from abuse as well as how to deal with issues if they occur. \nTo learn more about this program\, call us at 517-437-2422 or stop by the Center on Wednesdays located at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242.
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/safe-as-prevention/2026-11-04/
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-11-04/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
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SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-11-09/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261110T120000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Detect\, Prevent\, & Respond to Elder Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Throughout August\, Perennial Park will be offering Lunch & Learn: Detect\, Prevent\, and Respond to Elder Abuse. Every Tuesday in August from noon-1pm\, there will be different speakers to cover topics pertaining to elder abuse and how to protect yourself and others before and after it happens!During this 4-week series of Lunch & Learns\, you will be educated on how to detect the signs of elder abuse\, how to prevent it from happening to you or a loved one\, and how to respond to it if it is has occurred.By attending each session\, you enter into a raffle to win some sweet prizes including a $150 gift card to Meijer! The more sessions attended\, the more entries into the raffle.Series Sessions Schedule:Tuesday\, August 4th – Martha York and Ashlee Griffes from WellWise Services Area Agency on Aging will be presenting on what elder abuse is as well as covering ways that their organization can help\, with programs like Safe Haven.Tuesday\, August 11th – Danna Woolsey from County National Bank will be covering how to protect yourself and others from financial abuse. She will cover fraud\, scams\, and financial exploitation and how you can combat them!Tuesday\, August 18th – Sarita Puri from disAbility Connections – Jackson MI will be talking about protecting those in the community who are more vulnerable\, such as those with disabilities. She will cover self-advocacy as well as their services for the elder population.Tuesday\, August 25th – Lorrie Miller from Lorrie Miller Law\, PLC and Michael Derby from Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LCSSM) will be discussing legal resources to help you before and after abuse and/or exploitation occurs.We encourage attending ALL sessions\, so you can be best prepared to help yourself and others detect\, prevent\, and respond to elder abuse. If you are interested in attending these sessions\, please RSVP by calling 517-437-2422 or stop by the Center located at 320 W. Bacon Street in Hillsdale.This Lunch & Learn series is made possible by a grant through WellWise Services Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/lunch-learn-detect-prevent-respond-to-elder-abuse/2026-11-10/
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-11-10/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T150000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
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SUMMARY:Safe as Prevention
DESCRIPTION:We have transitioned our SAFE+ program to SAFE as Prevention! \nStop by the Center to meet with our program coordinator\, Cynthia Li-Garmany! She will be here every Wednesday from 10am-3pm to help you fight back against financial abuse and exploitation. This program was developed by Dr. Peter Lichtenberg from the Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University to help older adults facing these issues and by using evidence-based education\, we hope to help older adults become proactive in protecting themselves from abuse as well as how to deal with issues if they occur. \nTo learn more about this program\, call us at 517-437-2422 or stop by the Center on Wednesdays located at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242.
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/safe-as-prevention/2026-11-11/
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T140000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20260601T151936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T151936Z
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SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-11-11/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261116T130000
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SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-11-16/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20260724T150021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150021Z
UID:10021177-1794916800-1794920400@www.hillsdaleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Detect\, Prevent\, & Respond to Elder Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Throughout August\, Perennial Park will be offering Lunch & Learn: Detect\, Prevent\, and Respond to Elder Abuse. Every Tuesday in August from noon-1pm\, there will be different speakers to cover topics pertaining to elder abuse and how to protect yourself and others before and after it happens!During this 4-week series of Lunch & Learns\, you will be educated on how to detect the signs of elder abuse\, how to prevent it from happening to you or a loved one\, and how to respond to it if it is has occurred.By attending each session\, you enter into a raffle to win some sweet prizes including a $150 gift card to Meijer! The more sessions attended\, the more entries into the raffle.Series Sessions Schedule:Tuesday\, August 4th – Martha York and Ashlee Griffes from WellWise Services Area Agency on Aging will be presenting on what elder abuse is as well as covering ways that their organization can help\, with programs like Safe Haven.Tuesday\, August 11th – Danna Woolsey from County National Bank will be covering how to protect yourself and others from financial abuse. She will cover fraud\, scams\, and financial exploitation and how you can combat them!Tuesday\, August 18th – Sarita Puri from disAbility Connections – Jackson MI will be talking about protecting those in the community who are more vulnerable\, such as those with disabilities. She will cover self-advocacy as well as their services for the elder population.Tuesday\, August 25th – Lorrie Miller from Lorrie Miller Law\, PLC and Michael Derby from Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LCSSM) will be discussing legal resources to help you before and after abuse and/or exploitation occurs.We encourage attending ALL sessions\, so you can be best prepared to help yourself and others detect\, prevent\, and respond to elder abuse. If you are interested in attending these sessions\, please RSVP by calling 517-437-2422 or stop by the Center located at 320 W. Bacon Street in Hillsdale.This Lunch & Learn series is made possible by a grant through WellWise Services Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/lunch-learn-detect-prevent-respond-to-elder-abuse/2026-11-17/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20260601T151936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T151936Z
UID:10019947-1794920400-1794924000@www.hillsdaleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-11-17/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20260310T171225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171225Z
UID:10018998-1794996000-1795014000@www.hillsdaleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Safe as Prevention
DESCRIPTION:We have transitioned our SAFE+ program to SAFE as Prevention! \nStop by the Center to meet with our program coordinator\, Cynthia Li-Garmany! She will be here every Wednesday from 10am-3pm to help you fight back against financial abuse and exploitation. This program was developed by Dr. Peter Lichtenberg from the Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University to help older adults facing these issues and by using evidence-based education\, we hope to help older adults become proactive in protecting themselves from abuse as well as how to deal with issues if they occur. \nTo learn more about this program\, call us at 517-437-2422 or stop by the Center on Wednesdays located at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242.
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/safe-as-prevention/2026-11-18/
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20241227T211403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T211403Z
UID:10014218-1795006800-1795010400@www.hillsdaleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Connection Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park is partnering with WellWise Area Agency on Aging to offer our Connection Cafe series! Once a month there will be a different topic and it will give people a chance to socialize and meet new people. Connection Cafe will be offered every 3rd Wednesday from 1-2pm. \nRSVP by calling WellWise Area Agency on Aging at 517-592-1974. Walk-ins are also welcome to join in on the conversation! \nWe do suggest coming for Congregate Lunch if you are able to by 12:30pm. The suggested donation for lunch is $5 for those 60 and over and $6 for those under 60. \nIf you have any questions\, feel free to call the Center as well at 517-437-2422. We hope to see you there! \n  \n 
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/connection-cafe-7/2026-11-18/
CATEGORIES:Education,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20260601T151936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T151936Z
UID:10019948-1795006800-1795010400@www.hillsdaleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-11-18/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261123T140000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20260601T151936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T151936Z
UID:10019949-1795438800-1795442400@www.hillsdaleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-11-23/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20260724T150021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150021Z
UID:10021178-1795521600-1795525200@www.hillsdaleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Detect\, Prevent\, & Respond to Elder Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Throughout August\, Perennial Park will be offering Lunch & Learn: Detect\, Prevent\, and Respond to Elder Abuse. Every Tuesday in August from noon-1pm\, there will be different speakers to cover topics pertaining to elder abuse and how to protect yourself and others before and after it happens!During this 4-week series of Lunch & Learns\, you will be educated on how to detect the signs of elder abuse\, how to prevent it from happening to you or a loved one\, and how to respond to it if it is has occurred.By attending each session\, you enter into a raffle to win some sweet prizes including a $150 gift card to Meijer! The more sessions attended\, the more entries into the raffle.Series Sessions Schedule:Tuesday\, August 4th – Martha York and Ashlee Griffes from WellWise Services Area Agency on Aging will be presenting on what elder abuse is as well as covering ways that their organization can help\, with programs like Safe Haven.Tuesday\, August 11th – Danna Woolsey from County National Bank will be covering how to protect yourself and others from financial abuse. She will cover fraud\, scams\, and financial exploitation and how you can combat them!Tuesday\, August 18th – Sarita Puri from disAbility Connections – Jackson MI will be talking about protecting those in the community who are more vulnerable\, such as those with disabilities. She will cover self-advocacy as well as their services for the elder population.Tuesday\, August 25th – Lorrie Miller from Lorrie Miller Law\, PLC and Michael Derby from Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LCSSM) will be discussing legal resources to help you before and after abuse and/or exploitation occurs.We encourage attending ALL sessions\, so you can be best prepared to help yourself and others detect\, prevent\, and respond to elder abuse. If you are interested in attending these sessions\, please RSVP by calling 517-437-2422 or stop by the Center located at 320 W. Bacon Street in Hillsdale.This Lunch & Learn series is made possible by a grant through WellWise Services Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/lunch-learn-detect-prevent-respond-to-elder-abuse/2026-11-24/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261124T140000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20260601T151936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T151936Z
UID:10019950-1795525200-1795528800@www.hillsdaleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-11-24/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261125T150000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20260310T171225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171225Z
UID:10018999-1795600800-1795618800@www.hillsdaleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Safe as Prevention
DESCRIPTION:We have transitioned our SAFE+ program to SAFE as Prevention! \nStop by the Center to meet with our program coordinator\, Cynthia Li-Garmany! She will be here every Wednesday from 10am-3pm to help you fight back against financial abuse and exploitation. This program was developed by Dr. Peter Lichtenberg from the Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University to help older adults facing these issues and by using evidence-based education\, we hope to help older adults become proactive in protecting themselves from abuse as well as how to deal with issues if they occur. \nTo learn more about this program\, call us at 517-437-2422 or stop by the Center on Wednesdays located at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242.
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/safe-as-prevention/2026-11-25/
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20260601T151936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T151936Z
UID:10019951-1795611600-1795615200@www.hillsdaleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-11-25/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261130T140000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20260601T151936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T151936Z
UID:10019952-1796043600-1796047200@www.hillsdaleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-11-30/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20260724T150021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T150021Z
UID:10021179-1796126400-1796130000@www.hillsdaleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Detect\, Prevent\, & Respond to Elder Abuse
DESCRIPTION:Throughout August\, Perennial Park will be offering Lunch & Learn: Detect\, Prevent\, and Respond to Elder Abuse. Every Tuesday in August from noon-1pm\, there will be different speakers to cover topics pertaining to elder abuse and how to protect yourself and others before and after it happens!During this 4-week series of Lunch & Learns\, you will be educated on how to detect the signs of elder abuse\, how to prevent it from happening to you or a loved one\, and how to respond to it if it is has occurred.By attending each session\, you enter into a raffle to win some sweet prizes including a $150 gift card to Meijer! The more sessions attended\, the more entries into the raffle.Series Sessions Schedule:Tuesday\, August 4th – Martha York and Ashlee Griffes from WellWise Services Area Agency on Aging will be presenting on what elder abuse is as well as covering ways that their organization can help\, with programs like Safe Haven.Tuesday\, August 11th – Danna Woolsey from County National Bank will be covering how to protect yourself and others from financial abuse. She will cover fraud\, scams\, and financial exploitation and how you can combat them!Tuesday\, August 18th – Sarita Puri from disAbility Connections – Jackson MI will be talking about protecting those in the community who are more vulnerable\, such as those with disabilities. She will cover self-advocacy as well as their services for the elder population.Tuesday\, August 25th – Lorrie Miller from Lorrie Miller Law\, PLC and Michael Derby from Legal Services of South Central Michigan (LCSSM) will be discussing legal resources to help you before and after abuse and/or exploitation occurs.We encourage attending ALL sessions\, so you can be best prepared to help yourself and others detect\, prevent\, and respond to elder abuse. If you are interested in attending these sessions\, please RSVP by calling 517-437-2422 or stop by the Center located at 320 W. Bacon Street in Hillsdale.This Lunch & Learn series is made possible by a grant through WellWise Services Area Agency on Aging.
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/lunch-learn-detect-prevent-respond-to-elder-abuse/2026-12-01/
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20260601T151936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T151936Z
UID:10019953-1796130000-1796133600@www.hillsdaleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-12-01/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20260310T171225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T171225Z
UID:10019000-1796205600-1796223600@www.hillsdaleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Safe as Prevention
DESCRIPTION:We have transitioned our SAFE+ program to SAFE as Prevention! \nStop by the Center to meet with our program coordinator\, Cynthia Li-Garmany! She will be here every Wednesday from 10am-3pm to help you fight back against financial abuse and exploitation. This program was developed by Dr. Peter Lichtenberg from the Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University to help older adults facing these issues and by using evidence-based education\, we hope to help older adults become proactive in protecting themselves from abuse as well as how to deal with issues if they occur. \nTo learn more about this program\, call us at 517-437-2422 or stop by the Center on Wednesdays located at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242.
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/safe-as-prevention/2026-12-02/
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261202T140000
DTSTAMP:20260817T155908
CREATED:20260601T151936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T151936Z
UID:10019954-1796216400-1796220000@www.hillsdaleseniors.org
SUMMARY:Rendever: VR Connections
DESCRIPTION:Perennial Park has added a new\, fun activity to the Center!\n\n\n\nWe are now offering Rendever: VR Connections! It is a virtual reality experience for older adults. Come check it out on Mondays\, Tuesdays\, and Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m. in the Computer Lab!\n\n\n\nExperience the world like never before! Rendever brings immersive virtual reality experiences to seniors\, enabling travel\, exploration\, and meaningful connections.\n\n\n\nRendever\, a virtual reality (VR) experience for older adults\, is an evidence-based program designed to overcome social isolation through the power of positive\, shared experiences. Supported by the National Institute on Aging and the National Academy of Medicine\, Rendever has more than 20 clinical studies demonstrating its ability to connect people to the world through an individualized or shared immersive experience.\n\n\n\nActivities include:\n– Revistiting meaningful memories\, including national sites\, virtual walking tours\, and guided meditation.\n– Activity guides educate and offer travel experiences in arts and entertainment\, culture\, nature\, adventure\, and athletics.\n– Leveled programs support sensitivity for those new to the VR experience.\n\n\n\nBringing this program to the Center was made possible by a grant through the Michigan Association of Senior Centers and Molina Healthcare! We truly appreciate their generosity and dedication to helping older adults in new and innovative ways!\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in the program\, you can call 517-437-2422 or visit us at 320 W. Bacon Street\, Hillsdale\, MI 49242
URL:https://www.hillsdaleseniors.org/event/rendever-vr-connections/2026-12-02/
CATEGORIES:Education,Entertainment,Games,Health & Wellness,Social
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