LIFELONG LEARNING HIGHLIGHTS

Please consult your CareMerge calendars and weekly announcements for specific dates and times. All programming subject to change based on COVID-related recommendations to maintain health and safety of residents, staff, and visitors.

FILM LECTURES WITH “THE MOVIE MAVEN” SHELDON KAUFMAN

SHANE MADEYA is LiveWell’s Lead Wellness Specialist. There has always been a passion for health and wellness within Shane. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Sport and Exercise Science from the University of Central Florida. Shane’s biggest motivations come from his tight knit family. His grandfather is currently living with Parkinson’s Disease, which is one of the many reasons he joined our team. He decided to pursue a field in health and wellness after what he had seen his grandfather experience. Shane hopes to use his expertise to not only help his grandfather towards a happier, healthier life, but also many individuals and families throughout southwest Florida.

JENNIFER SNIFFEN is originally from Brooksville, Florida. She is currently a Wellness Specialist on the LiveWell Health team.

Jen received her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology from Florida Gulf Coast University. She has significant experience within the healthcare field, including time spent in cardiac rehabilitation and weight loss clinics. For as long as Jen can remember, she has been passionate about wellness and supporting others as they achieve their full potential. Outside of work Jennifer enjoys time with friends and family, playing tennis, and line dancing.

Gina

Gina discovered yoga over 20 years ago and has consistently been amazed at the profound impacts yoga has on her body, mind, and spirit. She has a master’s degree in education and spent most of her career working in the field of education. While teaching students of all ages, Gina became increasingly more curious about sharing her love of yoga as a teacher and taking her yoga practice deeper. She completed an immersive 200-hour yoga teacher training program through Bohemia School of Yoga. Gina hopes to facilitate others to find moments of personal peace and strength that will enrich their lives both on and off the yoga mat.

Shelly has a love affair with the movies. As a "savant" he has absorbed all info film-related and made a career based on movie facts. After graduating with a degree in Communications from Queens College, NY, he moved to Florida to further pursue his movie love and expand his career from FGCU, Hodges University, and more. His goal is and has always been to spread joy and the love of movies to all.

Future Presentations may include: “The Growth of Slapstick Comedy,” “Hollywood and Political Movies,” “Hollywood and the Film Montage,” “The Quirky Genius of The Coen Bros,” “Film Noir,” “The Classic Screen Comedians,” “Box Office Champs,” and more!

Jacob Winge

Jacob Winge serves as the director of business development for Collier County at Comfort Keepers, an in-home senior care services company. As a fourth-generation Neapolitan, he’s also focused on his community. “I am a Leadership Collier Alumni, and I also serve as president of the East Naples Civic Association and Kiwanis of East Naples,” he says.

“I’m also an advisory board member of the Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce and past president of the Friends of the Collier County Museums.” Don’t miss this chance to hear directly from Mr. Winge about “Comfort Keepers,” and enjoy his immersive history presentations and storytelling.

Weekly Technology Workshops

Led by the Life Enrichment Team, these hands-on workshops are geared to meet residents’ every-changing technology needs, ranging from smartphone and tablet use to photography tutorials.

PARTNERS: HODGES UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR LIFELONG LEARNING

Multiple studies show that lifelong learning offers endless benefits. Hodges offer programs led by experts who are qualified, certified, licensed, or with proven experience to share their knowledge.

Future presentations include:

Thursday, May 4th - “To Catch a Scammer” with Eric Montano

Thursday, June 1st - “Wines of France” by Jerry the Wine Whisper

Thursday, July 6th - “Toulouse-Lautrec” by Ellaine Rosen

Thursday, August 3rd - “What the Tech?” with Erick Montano

TED ED: LESSONS WORTH SHARING

How Great Leaders Take On Uncertainty

In a constantly changing world, it's impossible for leaders to provide employees with the assurance they want, says Vimeo CEO Anjali Sud. Her solution: lead with humanity and flexibility. In conversation with veteran journalist Stephanie Mehta, Sud discusses her experience connecting remote employees worldwide, addressing burnout and adapting company practices for the needs of the next generation. Hear her vision for the future of work and ideas on how to be a leader that empowers others.

The Marvels And Mysteries Revealed By The James Webb Space Telescope

From favorite moons to the search for alien life, astronomer Heidi Hammel discusses the latest

NEW PARTNER! GULFSHORE PLAYHOUSE

Peek behind the curtain at the upcoming 2023-2024 season with the Artistic team of the Gulfshore Playhouse, the preeminent, nationallyrecognized regional theatre in SW Florida. Gulfshore Playhouse creates theatre of the highest caliber because they believe that diverse theatre experiences brought to life by professionals can transform lives.

Gulfshore Playhouse creates transformative theatrical experiences through its professional mainstage season and educational programming for over 30,000 residents and visitors every year.

Presentations will be facilitated by Gulfshore Playhouse staff and professional teaching artists. Topics may include: in astronomy and the breakthrough innovations behind her work with NASA's James Webb Space Telescope. In conversation with science journalist Nadia Drake, Hammel shares how scientists are studying objects that are farther away and older than ever before, searching for answers to how our universe evolved -- and what else might be out there.

• From page to stage: exploring the creative process of producing professional theatre with ceo and producing artistic director Kristen Coury.

• Theatre counts: discovering the importance of theatre arts in education by participating in three separate programs including engaging and interactive theatre games and activities.

• The art of costuming: creating a believable illusion through costume design.

• Behind the scenes: the evolution of modern theatrical production.

• Devising dramaturgy: an investigation into the art of dramatic composition.

Stay tuned for 2023-2024 Theatre Season details coming soon!

WHY BI ERSWEET EMOTIONS UNDERSCORE LIFE'S BEAUTY

Life is a constant state of both joy and sorrow, dark and light, bi er and sweet. In a meditative conversation, author Susan Cain explores how being a uned to the bi ersweetness of life -- and being fully present for both the happy times and the sad times -- helps us navigate love and loss and connect to the "insane beauty" of the world.

Lincoln Center Moments

Lincoln Center Moments is a free performance-based program specially designed for individuals with dementia and their caregivers. Join us as we bring Lincoln Center's unparalleled artistry to an intimate and supported se ing. Virtual programs are 90 minutes long, including live and recorded performances and activities facilitated by educators and music therapists that explore the work through discussion, movement, music, and art-making. These programs are open to audiences impacted by dementia anywhere in the country.

THE SPRING SEASON INCLUDES:

April 25: Then and Now with The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

Join Kristin Lee, accomplished violinist and chamber musician, as she explores what she has learned about the art of chamber music performance over the years by reflecting on performances of the same works from then and now. This interactive concert features performance recordings and live discussion.

May 16: Kalani Pe'a

Join Hawaiian contemporary soul singer/ songwriter Kalani Pe’a to celebrate the joyful and healing power of music.