Pushing Back Against Ageism - CANCELED

03/22/2023 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM CT

Admission

  • Free  -  In-Person With Lunch
  • Free  -  In-Person NO Lunch
  • Free  -  Online Over Zoom

Description

THIS EVENT IS CANCELED

Lunch & Learn: Pushing Back Against Ageism
March 22 | Noon-1pm | FREE | At CCHE or Zoom
Presenter:  Brenda Shafer-Pellinen, Arrowhead Area Agency on Aging 
Partner: Care Partners of Cook County 


Widespread biases and misconceptions about aging abound – and they can affect our own expectations about growing older. Our attitudes about aging have an impact on our quality of life, health, and even longevity.  

Special guest presenter Brenda Shafer-Pellinen from the Arrowhead Area Agency on Aging will discuss how ageism can influence us, and how we can contribute toward a more positive narrative about aging.

Cook County Co-Op will be catering the meal; during registration you'll be able to select from the following options:

  • black forest ham & cheese
  • smoked turkey & cheese
  • hummus & veggie
  • veggie & cheese
  • gluten-free bread