The Montrose Recreation District (MRD) is a licensed partner for AARPs Senior Planet Program. Senior Planet is the flagship program of the national nonprofit organization Older Adults Technology Services (OATS). The purpose of the Senior Planet program is to enable older adults to come together and find ways to learn, work, create, exercise and thrive in today’s digital age. Participants will have access to in-person classes, online classes, helpful articles and more. In person Class topics will range from smart phone help to keeping you safe online. Fees can be covered by MRD’s fee assistance program. No one will be turned away. If you need further fee assistance, also contact Liz via email or by calling 970-252-4884. All equipment and materials will be provided for all classes.

Registration is required as class size is limited. You may register at montroserec.com, or by calling the front desk at the Rec Center @ 970-249-7705.

Summer classes

Session 17 – Getting Started with the iPhone Health App – Mobile health apps come pre-installed on most smartphones. These apps help you to take better control of your health and fitness – which makes you a better advocate for yourself.

Day: Mon

Date: Jul 13

Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Fee: $5 *Fee assistance available

Registration Code: 50+SPS – 17

Location: - Montrose Pavilion Senior Center

Session 18 – Using Google Calendar- This workshop will discuss the benefits of using google calendar, and overview of calendar basics, how to add and edit events, and creating a shared calendar for family and friends.

Day: Wed

Date: Jul 15

Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Fee: $5 *Fee assistance available

Registration Code: 50+SPS – 18

Location: - Montrose Pavilion Senior Center

Session 19 – Exploring Senior Planet.org through AARP – With Senior Planet you can set up a free account. This account will allow you to watched on-demand instructional videos on tech, review recordings of past Senior Planet classes, view articles and quizzes, join virtual exercise classes, and much more.

Day: Mon

Date: Jul 20

Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Fee: $5 *Fee assistance available

Registration Code: 50+SPS – 19

Location: - Montrose Pavilion Senior Center

Fall Classes

Practicing with Google Docs

This 2-session series will give you plenty of hands-on practice using Google Docs, a free alternative to Microsoft Word. You’ll learn to use grammar and spellcheck, download your documents in Word and PDF format, use Docs to collaborate with others, and more!

Day: Monday and Wednesday

Date: August 10, 12

Time: 9:00 am – 10:30

Fee: $10 (2 classes)

Registration Code: 50+SPF - 01

Location: Montrose Pavilion Senior Center

Using Google Sheets

From budgeting to event planning to keeping track of job applications, Google Sheets can help you get organized! Sheets is available for free to anyone with a Gmail account! In this 2-session workshop series, you’ll learn the basics of creating, sharing, and downloading spreadsheets with Google Sheets.

Day: Monday and Wednesday

Date: August 24 ,26

Time: 9:00 am – 10:30 am

Fee: $10 (2 classes)

Registration Code: 50+SPF - 02

Location: Montrose Pavilion Senior Center

Using Google Slides for Presentations

Slides is Google’s presentation software and it’s available for free to anyone with a Gmail account! With Slides you can create presentations that can be downloaded as PDFs and in Microsoft PowerPoint format. In this 2-session workshop series, you’ll learn the basics of using templates, adding images and text, and sharing your presentations.

Day: Monday and Wednesday

Date: September 14, 16

Time: 9:00 am – 10:30 am

Fee: $10 (for 2 classes)

Registration Code: 50+SPF - 03

Location: Montrose Pavilion Senior Center

 Computer Essentials Course – This 5-week course is designed as a beginner’s course for students who have little or no experience using the computer. It will cover using a mouse and a keyboard, getting to know word processing programs, how to connect to the internet, exploring websites, how to perform a web search, email, and online safety.

Days: Mondays and Wednesdays

Date: October 5,7,12,14,26,28 and November 2 and 4

Time: 9:00 am – 10:30 am

Fee: $50 (including 10 classes)

Registration Code: 50+SPF - 04

Location: Montrose Pavilion Senior Center

How to Choose a New Computer

Learn key factors for selecting a new computer, including budget, performance, storage, portability, operating systems, and security features.

Day: Monday

Date: November 16

Time: 9:00 am – 10:30 am

Fee: $5

Registration Code: 50+SPF - 05

Location: Montrose Pavilion Senior Center

Saving Money With Tech

This lecture will touch on helpful tips for online banking, online safety, free wi-fi calling, shopping online payments, prescriptions and entertainment.

Day: Wednesday

Date: November 18

Time: 9:00 am – 10:30

Fee: $5

Registration Code: 50+SPF - 06

Location: Montrose Pavilion Senior Center

This is a free Education/Performance series with a jar for voluntary donations to help support Senior Center Activities. Donations are not required.  Call Liz at 970-252-4884 to reserve a seat. All ages are welcome to attend these presentations.

• Dates: Mondays
• Times: 1:00 pm (unless otherwise indicated)
• Location: Senior Center, 1800 Pavilion Drive

Monday Jul 13 1 pm

Montrose Regional Hospital

Montrose Regional Health is a regional, acute hospital in Montrose, Colorado, in Montrose County. The hospital is a level III trauma center. It has 75 beds. The hospital serves patients in Montrose, San Miguel, Ouray, Gunnison, Delta, Hinsdale and San Juan counties in Colorado. 

Presenter: Jeff Mengenhausen – MRH CEO

Monday,  July 20 1 pm

Golden Connections: Future Planning with Local Professionals

Thinking ahead doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Join us at the Senior Center for a relaxed and informative event where adults 55+ and their families can connect with a trusted medicare specialist, estate planning attorney, lender, and housing specialists to learn about important resources for the years ahead.  You'll discover how to better understand and review medicare options, ways to protect assets and prepare important documents, information about housing choices, downsizing and real estate options, as well as ways to unlock finances to help you enjoy life. 

Presenters: Brandy Campanella & Michelle Roberts with Lovemore Real Estate - featuring Portia Vigil with New American Funding, Nichole Suarez Medicare & Life Insurance Specialist, & Inga Johansson with High Country Handy Fam 65+ handyman/professional organizing services & Greg Remmenga, Attorney.

Monday Aug 10 1 PM

Colorado Bureau of Investigations

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI), established in 1967 and part of the Department of Public Safety, provides expert investigative, forensic, and data services to local, county, and state law enforcement agencies. Operating primarily "by request," the CBI handles complex cases, including homicides, cold cases, cybercrime, and human trafficking, while managing statewide criminal records and operating accredited labs.

Presenter: Kellen Hassenstab – Assistant Director

Monday, August 24 – 1PM

Aging Well - What is Normal Aging?

Join us at the first of a 2-part Talk Series featuring Laird Landon, a compassionate speaker in his 80s who shares his wisdom and joy of life with helpful presentations and articles (including the Beacon)

Monday, August 31- 1 PM

Aging Well – Seniors, Live Life to the Max!

Join us for the Second talk with Laird Landon, speaker, coach and author. Laird has a passion and commitment to helping caregivers through dedicated coaching as the chair of the Caregiver Support Foundation.

Presenter – Laird Landon, PhD – Chair, Caregiver Support Foundation

Monday, September 14 - 1 PM

Medicare Savings Program by Colorado Legal Services

Colorado’s Medicare Saving Programs help low-income beneficiaries pay for Medicare Part A and Part B premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance. Our presenter will describe the four different types of Medicare Savings Programs, who qualifies, and how to apply.

Presenter – Lindsey Watson – Colorado Legal Services

Monday, September 28 -12:45 PM

Music by One Lane Road

Sit back and enjoy the voice of Susan Ducept. . Her delightful music is a combination of country and classic rock. There is no doubt you will be tapping your toes and singing along.

Presenter – Susan Ducept - Musician

Monday, October 5 - 1 PM

Medical Debt

Colorado has passed significant consumer protection laws regarding medical debt. These statutes provide several safeguards and include; interest caps, collection protections, garnishment exemptions, and credit reporting.

Presenter – Andrea Rosenberry – Colorado Legal Services

Monday, October 19 - 1 PM

Silverton Shady Ladies

During Silverton’s peak mining years, Silverton was starkly divided by Greene Street. The west side of town was respectable, home to churches, families, and businesses. The east side – specifically Blair Street was a raucous zone packed with up to 24 saloons, gambling dens and bordellos. A few notable women became legendary figures in San Juan County.

Presenter – Kathryn Burke

Monday, October 26 – 1 PM

Morningstar Therapy Dogs

Morningstar Therapy Dogs have been helping members successfully share their therapy dogs with others since 2003. Their therapy dog teams has a strong community outreach program. They organize fund raisers, help in community crisis situations, and help others to build confidence as a certified dog therapy assistant.

Presenter - Nikki Zwaschka

Monday, November 9 – 1 PM

Memory Mastery

Let’s grease the wheel of our brains with Games, Recall, Exercise, Association, Say it, and Engage. Be encouraged! Our brains are neuroplastic, meaning they continually grow new cells, and we can participate in that process.

Presenter – Andrea Plotner – Active Adults Leader

You will get information on low vision aids, tips and tricks to increase independence, and receive community support. This Group is sponsored by Colorado West Ophthalmology Associates. Drop ins are welcome at any time. Group Leader is Mona

When: Second Monday of the Month

Time: 10:00 am

Location: 1800 Pavilion Drive

 The purpose of Newcomers & Neighbors is to help you learn more about your hometown and the area and to meet other newcomers and neighbors! Neighbors are former newcomers who enjoy the meetings and getting acquainted with new people.

• Meetings: First Wednesday monthly – September through May with a guest speaker from 10 – 11:30 am
• Location: Senior Center 1800 Pavilion Drive
• Field Trips - Third Wednesday monthly to areas of interest – 10:00 am followed by lunch
• Questions? Contact Char Proctor 970-417-4236

Bring your smartphone and your questions. This is a student-led discussion. We will discuss and experiment with a variety of features on your smartphone. We will schedule sessions around instructor, Marc Hitchcox’s availability.

• Call Liz at 970-252-4884 to register.
• Location: Senior Center
• Fee: free