EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
AARP SAFE DRIVING COURSE – 406-586-0770
Improve your driving skills and get premium discounts on auto insurance for individuals over the age of 55.
ADULT BASIC EDUCATION - Ellen Guetller
406-585-8673
Improve your basic reading, language, and math skills. You could wind up with an adult diploma or high school equivalency (GED).
ADULT COMMUNITY EDUCATION
406-522-6012
A variety of classes offered each year that cover a wide range of interests from bread baking, cooking, computers, first aid, personal development, outdoor activities laughter, clowning, health & wellness, nutrition, yoga classes, exercise, to special interest. Support your community classes sign up.
BELGRADE SENIOR CENTER-Belgrade
406-388-4711
Educational/Information and Assistance Programs:
Presentations, workshops, and seminars are offered regularly on a variety of topics, including AARP driver safety classes, AARP income tax assistance, reverse mortgage, computer classes, living wills and ethical wills, medical savings accounts, Medicare part D educational assistance, dance classes, painting classes, fall prevention, investment decisions, diabetes, financial counseling, balance screening, health fairs covering a variety of health topics, arthritis etc.
BOZEMAN DEACONESS Cardiovascular Training Center-406-522-1644
Offers first aid and CPR courses that are designed to give you the confidence to respond in an emergency situation with skills that can save a life. Our programs are available for any age and can be tailored in an emergency; we have a program for you. www.bozemandeaconess.org.
BOZEMAN SENIOR CENTER - 406-586-2421
Thirteen computers on line with DSL Internet access. Individuals over the age of 50 can use the computer room Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM. One-on-one computer instruction available daily on reservation basis. Group classes offered. Fees: Must be a Senior Citizen member ($12/yr.), plus $5.00/month computer room fee for unlimited use. Call or stop by for more details.
CAREER TRANSITIONS, INC. - 406-388-6701
Provides job training and preparation for those with barriers to employment. Specialized training in computers and technology related fields.
ABOUT CAREGIVER SUPPORT
Kathryn Quinn McBee- 406-388-2007
Presentations, workshops, and group support for caregivers. Educational Class- Powerful Tools for Caregivers™. Certified Leader. Free for Caregivers. Informational Program Series : Helpful tips and ideas on how to relieve caregiver stress and prevent burnout. A little Wisdom, Wit & Unique Perspective. Free presentations. Call for more information.
COMPUTER EDUCATION & TRAINING, BELGRADE SENIOR CENTER - 406-388-4711
Computers available on-line. Instruction available. Call for class schedule.
ELDERHOSTEL - MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY
406-994-4820
Short-term academic experience for seniors throughout the United States and around the world.
GALLATIN COUNTY LITERACY PROGRAM of CAREER TRANSISTIONS - 406-388-6701
If you need help with basic reading skills, now is the time. You will be assigned a volunteer who will work with you individually. What a deal!
HUMOR AND HEALTH-
Kathryn Quinn McBee, CLL 406-388-2007
LaffinWerx™ laughter class provides fun, laughter, and exercise for good health, and stress reduction.
Full Belly Laughter Hunger Project - Admission one can of food. Call for time and days offered.
Presentations/Speaker, available on “The Link”, between humor and health, stress management and illness prevention; offered to senior centers, assisted living, nursing homes, in-home, hospital, hospice & support groups, clubs, churches, & Alzheimer’s care facilities. Fee for presentation.
Professional Therapeutic Clown Visits, to your home, hospital, hospice, assisted living, nursing homes, clubs, churches. Clown skits, Balloons, Stickers, Stamp Art, Care Baskets, and of course lots of clowning around. Call a Clown. Fee for services.
LOCAL SENIOR CENTERS:
Belgrade ....................... (406) 388-4711
Bozeman ...................... (406) 586-2421
Manhattan ..................... (406) 284-6501
Pony…………………………..(406) 685-3323
Three Forks ................... (406) 285-3235
West Yellowstone ........... (406) 646-4302
Offer a variety of educational workshops on health, nutrition, estate planning, driver refresher course, reverse mortgages, travel, etc. Call your local senior center to see what is happening, or check the local newspapers. www.montanaseniorcenter.org
MASTER GARDENER PLANT SCIENCE PROGRAM
406-388-3213
Program covers soils, fertilizers, seeds, plants, everything from flowers to forests. 30 hours of training. Only offered every other year. Taught by Dr. of Horticulture, MSU.
MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY TRIO-STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES – 406-994-4541
This program assists the older student to get a bachelors degree. Some requirements do apply, so call and check it out. For information on auditing or senior discount for classes taken at MSU, contact the business office, (406) 994-2601.
SMART WOMEN’S SEMINAR SERIES
406-522-1644
Monthly seminars designed specifically for senior women to assist with planning for health, finances, travel, lifestyle changes and more.
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