Senior Discussion Group Series: Vibrant Living

Update: At the request of participants, the discussion group will continue monthly. Our next meeting is Thursday, January 19 at 1pm at the Glencoe Public Library.

Family Service of Glencoe (FSG) is hosting a new discussion group series for senior men and women focused on vibrant living.

Glencoe seniors are invited to come together to share ideas and gain new perspectives on a variety of topics related to this season of life. Facilitated by FSG staff counselor Joan Merlo, LCSW, participants will discuss how to best cultivate purpose, define new priorities, and practice mindfulness in their personal lives and relationships. Discussions will be lively—filled with both humor and inspiration. Participants will collaborate on ideas for future topics.

Thursday, December 8
Finding Balance in Caring for Your Emotional & Physical Health
•  Defining new priorities with perspective & humor
•  Cultivating purpose, creativity & resilience

Thursday, December 15
The Challenges & Rewards of Maintaining Nourishing Relationships
•  Becoming the parents, grandparents & friends we hope to be
•  Practicing mindfulness, attuned communication & ways to share our life lessons

FSG’s discussion groups are a safe place to connect and learn from one another. “The key to healthy aging is to stay active and connected,” says Merlo. “I hope many residents will join us to explore opportunities for personal growth and perhaps begin some new friendships as well.”

Open to the public, this free series takes place on consecutive Thursdays, 9-11am, at the Glencoe Public Library, a partner in FSG’s expanded services to seniors. Reservations requested for one or both dates. For more information, or to rsvp, please email joan@familyserviceofglencoe.org or call 847-835-5111.