RECREATION AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS

There are over 250 clubs and centers located throughout the County which provide programs that offer opportunities for productive and satisfying use of leisure hours. Information on meeting time and place of groups in local communities can be obtained from:

NASSAU COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SENIOR CITIZEN AFFAIRS (516) 227-8968

NASSAU COUNTY SENIOR CENTER NETWORK

Funded by the Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs, and operated by voluntary non-profit agencies, these Centers provide nutritious lunches, transportation, social, educational and recreational programs. Click Here.

NASSAU COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SENIOR CITIZEN AFFAIRS – WELLNESS PROGRAMS

The Department of Senior Citizen Affairs funds varied recreational and wellness programs at some clubs and centers in the County.

For information on activities and schedules, contact: (516) 227-8927

NASSAU COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND MUSEUMS

This Department coordinates special programs and facilities for senior citizens at many Nassau County parks. For information, call or write:

Nassau County Department of Parks, Recreation and Museums

TOWN AND CITY RECREATION PROGRAMS

Each Town and City conducts recreation programs, trips and various other services and activities for their residents. For further details, contact:

Staff provides assistance to interested individuals in the organization and development of Senior Adult Clubs and refers individuals to clubs for membership. For further information, contact:

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CULTURAL AND ARTISTIC CENTERS

Nassau County residents are privileged to have the availability of extraordinary events throughout the year. Many are offered without fee and many offer senior citizen discounts. For information and calendars of events, call:

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ADULT CONTINUING EDUCATION

ADULT CONTINUING EDUCATION

Local school districts conduct continuing education programs throughout the year. Upon request, the local school district will send their continuing education brochure. Some offer reduced rates for seniors.

BOCES – THE BOARD OF COOPERATIVE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

The BOCES Nassau Technical Center offers many different evening programs for adults. Seniors citizens, 60 years of age or older, may be eligible for a discount.

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COMPUTERS AND SENIOR CITIZENS

Older persons have shown a growing interest in the use of computers as a source of information for subjects ranging from health care and entitlements, to travel, art, entertainment, e-mail, financial matters, etc. Computers have added a great deal of pleasure to families and friends who live far from each other and who can use e-mail to stay in frequent contact. They are also very helpful to homebound or disabled persons. Many school districts, local colleges, and libraries are now offering computer training courses. The Department of Senior Citizen Affairs offers computer training to eligible participants of the Senior Community Service Employment Program who are seeking employment Click Here  (NOTE: link to Volunteer and Employment:  Employment Services).

Internet users are urged not to provide personal information unless they are dealing with well-known, reliable sources.

SeniorNet

SeniorNet, operated by EAC, Inc. provides adults 50 years of age and older with access to, and education about, computer technology and the Internet. Senior citizens teach the classes, and attendees are charged a small fee. The SeniorNet web site provides full online tutorials, guides and courses.

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ABILITIES, INC.

Abilities, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting people with disabilities who are working toward competitive, integrated employment in the community. The Center serves persons 16+ who have many varied disabilities. For further information:

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UNIVERSITY AND COLLEGE PROGRAMS

STATE AND COUNTY UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES

Senior citizens age 60 and over may audit classes, free of charge, on a space available basis. Contact:

PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES

Special senior citizen programs have varying eligibility requirements and fee schedules for auditing classes or attending for credit.

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GERONTOLOGY COURSES

Some local colleges and universities offer Gerontology Courses which can lead to a degree in this field and employment opportunities working with senior citizens. For information contact:

NASSAU COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SENIOR CITIZEN AFFAIRS (516) 227-8900

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ELDERHOSTELS

Selected colleges in New York State and other regions offer short-term residential educational programs at a moderate fee for persons 55 years and older. Accommodations are in comfortable hotels and motels. For information contact:

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CHAUTAUQUA INSTITUTION

The Chautauqua Institution is a summertime center for the performing arts. It offers cultural, educational, and recreational programs. The 55 Plus Program offers seniors special focus weekends. To be included on the mailing list, please contact:

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TRAINING AND EDUCATION

NASSAU COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SENIOR CITIZEN AFFAIRS offers training opportunities for professionals, paraprofessionals, seniors and others interested in the field of gerontology. Educators and training facilitators from local universities and agencies conduct these sessions. There is no cost to the participants. For information:

NASSAU COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SENIOR CITIZEN AFFAIRS (516) 227-8900

AARP 55 ALIVE/MATURE DRIVING

The American Association of Retired Persons provides trained volunteers and course materials for this refresher course in safe-driving skills for seniors 50 and over. Those completing the course are eligible for auto-insurance and/or point reductions. Current schedules of courses are available in all County libraries or by sending a self-addressed, stamped envelope to:

UNIVERSITY WITHOUT WALLS/CAREGIVER CONNECTIONS

These adult education and personal enrichment programs, coordinated by DOROT, use telephone conference calls to link elderly and individuals with limited mobility. No special equipment is needed.

NASSAU LIBRARY SYSTEM

The public libraries of Nassau circulate books on a variety of subjects, some in large type. Most also circulate videos, DVDs, CDs, and books on tape. Some will deliver books to people in the community who are unable to travel due to a disability or extended illness. Many offer workshops and programs of interest such as discussion groups, lectures, craft workshops, films, concerts, and exhibits.

LONG ISLAND TALKING BOOKS LIBRARY

People who are unable to use regular printed materials due to a visual, physical, or learning disability are eligible for Talking Books, a joint project of the Nassau Library System and the Suffolk Cooperative Library System. For information, call: 1-866-833-1122

SENIOR CONNECTIONS

Many libraries participate in the “Senior Connections” Program which offers information and referral services, discussion and writing groups, and informational seminars to older adults and their families.

For information, call your local library, or: 292-8920 Ext. 235.

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