Estrella Mountain Community College’s Learning for Life Program is also offering senior costs on other class as well.  Look for the senior cost section number on classes throughout the schedule.

*Class dates and times are subject to change, please call 623-535-2800 for confirmation* Please reference the 5 digit class number when registering*

2Young 2Retire

What's next after retirement? Join mature generations to explore possibilities, choices, and opportunities for your second phase life.  Thanks to medical advances, people can expect to live longer lives into their 90's and beyond. How will you find the answers to make these bonus years more vibrant and meaningful to you? Participants will design a path to the future by examining key issues such as money, health and wellness, career, community service, leisure and entrepreneurialship. Design a life plan filled with your passion, purpose and possibilities for your next phase in life. You will be motivated to action immediately - even before completing the course.

"Too Young To Retire - 101 Ways to Start the Rest of Your Life" and "Too Young To Retire Journal" by Howard & Marika Stone included in supply fee.

Supply fee $26, payable to instructor

Cost $89                                 B. Atkins

Tuesdays (6 sessions)              9/16-10/21 

6:30pm-8:00pm                       850-10022, 49660

Supply fee $26, payable to instructor

Cost $89                                  B. Atkins

Thursdays (6 sessions)             10/30-12/11

6:30pm-8:00pm                       850-10022, 49661

Scrapbooking Quilt Style (Memory Quilts)

Using many types of techniques from stamping to photo transfer this class will explore ways to create a memory quilt. The class will meet for 2 three hour sessions and then a follow-up session for show and tell fun. Class time will be spent in lecture, demonstrations and practice block ideas. No sewing machine required in class. For a list of supplies, please visit our web site at http://www.estrellamountain.edu/learn4life/fall/materials.asp, or refer to the end section of Learning for Life. Supply Fee $25, payable to instructor on first night of class

Cost $49                        S. Bailey

Thursday (2 sessions)     11/13 – 11/20

The In's and Out's of Reverse Mortgages

With the growing senior population, Reverse Mortgages have become a viable option for senior homeowners as part of their retirement plan. Designed for the senior homeowner and/or their responsible loved ones, financial advisors, and attorneys, this class will guide you through the in's and out's of Reverse Mortgages. Join Certified Mortgage Planner Samuel Melvin as he discusses the basic features of the Reverse Mortgage, the differences between Reverse Mortgages and regular mortgages, the most common myths and questions about the Reverse Mortgage, and the most common uses of the Reverse Mortgage. Come and learn how the FHA-insured Reverse Mortgage can enhance your retirement and standard of living.

Cost $29                        S. Melvin  

Wednesdays (1 session) 10:00am – 11:30am

10/15                            470-10014, 49700

Get your Affairs in Order

Adults of all ages need to assemble the important emergency information for the benefit of their family and friends. Learn how and where to store important information – financial, health care directives, emergency contact information, care of minor children and/or dependents, what to keep in your safe deposit box and much more.  Session 1: An overview of what information would be helpful in case of an emergency followed by the “homework assignment” of locating all the necessary details.Session 2: Organization!Session 3: Sharing the information with those who need to know Bring a 3-ring notebook binder and a set of at least 8 page dividers to the 1^st class.

Cost $49                                    Betty Thompson, NAPO

Thursday (3 sessions)                 12/4 – 12/18