Life is a journey — and like any great adventure, a little preparation and perspective can make all the difference.
Life is a journey — and like any great adventure, a little preparation and perspective can make all the difference.
Road Scholar’s Age Well lecture series offers open, honest insights about aging — candid, uplifting and grounded in wisdom rather than worry. These webinars are designed for those preparing for and navigating life's fourth age: a stage not defined by limitation, but by perspective, resilience and the question, what now?
Together, we explore how to stay strong in body and mind, how to remain connected and purposeful, and how to approach life’s later years with confidence and grace.
Featured Articles
Age Well: Road Scholar’s Guide to Life’s Fourth Age
The Age Well With Road Scholar online lecture series offers ways to build emotional well-being and resilience for purpose and connection through life’s transitions.
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“Bring It On!” — Participants 90+ Share Their Secrets to Aging Well
What’s the secret to aging well? We asked the experts — not scientists or gerontologists, but the ones who’ve been living it.
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The Power of Community: Increasing Connection Among Older Adults
Staying socially active is essential for our mental and physical well-being as we navigate life's later stages.
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Move for Life — Strength, Balance and Curiosity at Any Age
David Wilson is a Toronto-based movement educator, offering personal training that focuses on sustainable movement to promote strength, resilience and quality of life as we age. In addition, he is a committed anti-ageism advocate and frequent speaker on the subject.
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Featured Experts
Catherine Sanderson
Dr. Catherine Sanderson is the Poler Family Professor of Psychology at Amherst College and holds degrees from Stanford University and Princeton University. She has published more than 25 journal articles and book chapters, five college textbooks and two trade books, including "The Positive Shift: Mastering Mindset to Improve Happiness, Health, and Longevity" and "Why We Act: Turning Bystanders Into Moral Rebels." Sanderson speaks regularly and is passionate about sharing practical, science-based strategies people can use to improve their daily lives.
Nicole Brandt
Dr. Nicole Brandt is a professor and executive director of the Peter Lamy Center on Drug Therapy and Aging at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. An award-winning educator and Fulbright Specialist, she is passionate about improving health care for older adults. She leads innovative care initiatives at the MedStar Center for Successful Aging and has dedicated her career to advocating for older adults and ensuring they receive safe, effective and compassionate care.
Pam VanKampen, RDN, CD
Pam VanKampen is a registered dietitian nutritionist with 38 years of experience and a member of the Nutrition Team at the Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources (GWAAR). She holds a bachelor's degree in dietetics from Illinois State University and completed her dietetic internship at Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital. Pam previously worked as a clinical and renal dietitian, dietary manager and nutrition support specialist. Since 1996, she has focused on promoting health and nutrition for older adults across Wisconsin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Age Well for?
A: Age Well is designed for adults in the fourth age of life who are seeking more information on healthy aging, help with challenges that come with life’s later years and caregivers who may seek insight into helping their loved ones.
Q: How do I attend an Age Well lecture?
All you need to attend an Age Well lecture is an ipad or laptop, an internet connection and Zoom application! Sign up for your Road Scholar account and select the lecture you’d like to attend. You’ll receive a confirmation email and a reminder email when your lecture is approaching, including the link to the event. Then, just watch the lecture from the comfort of your own home!
Q: How much do Age Well lectures cost?
Age Well lectures are made possible by the generosity of our donors and are free for anyone to attend.
