This series of classes features speakers who will keep you informed about a myriad of things happening in our world community. The scope of the topics will interest and amaze you—from government leaders to astronomy; from travel opportunities to how to cope with Medicare; from performers from the Houston Grand Opera to DNA; from religious tolerance to healthy aging.
Yes…you will find these speakers truly spellbinding.
This class meets from 11:15 AM until 12:15 PM on designated Thursdays
(when LEOH is in session)
Please see below the speakers and their topics for the Fall 2024 Session.
Classes begin September 19 and end October 31.
September 19 AARP FRAUD WATCH
Rose Childers, Houston AARP volunteer, reminds us that scammers and tricksters are always hard at work trying to defraud seniors. Rose updates us on their latest efforts, and discusses what we can do to protect ourselves.
September 26 VETERINARY CARE AT THE HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW & RODEO
Leslie Easterwood, DVM, Clinical Assistant Professor, CVM & Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M, and primary vet for the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, shares her knowledge and experiences, particularly as they relate to animal care at the HLSR.
October 3 UNDERSTANDING THE DEMENTIA “UMBRELLA”
Sally S. Davis, RN, MSN, Connections Director, Amazing Place, explains that dementia can have different symptoms, types, and causes, and that Alzheimer’s is just one of these types. She shares strategies on helping to maintain and prolong our cognitive health.
October 10 A BRIEF HISTORY OF WEST UNIVERSITY PLACE
Richard Cunningham, Science Journalist and Author of this book as well as others, gives us an in-depth look at West University’s founders vision, and its history.
October 17 OUR NATIONAL PARKS AND PROTECTING OUR NATIONAL TREASURES
Sandra Ramos, Texas Coastal Program Manager for the National Parks Conservation Association, reminds us that aside from iconic parks such as Yosemite and the Grand Canyon, we have beautiful, diverse places in our own back yard, such as the Big Thicket National Preserve. Sandra tells us why this park is so special, and how we can get involved to continue its preservation.
October 24 SERVICES AVAILABLE FOR SENIORS
Cynthia Rahming, Harris County Area Agency on Aging, updates us on opportunities available to us for our overall health and safety.
October 31 WHAT’S UP WITH THE WEATHER?!
Travis Herzog, Chief Meteorologist, ABC Channel 13, discusses our more recent crazy weather events, and happily answers our weather and climate questions.
