Welcome to Boost Your Brain & Memory. Developed by Mather LifeWays Institute on Aging, this evidence-based program is designed to help you learn and practice the most promising strategies for keeping your brain healthy as you age.
This program uses a unique, whole-person approach to brain fitness, providing healthy practices to help you remember things better, be more organized, pay closer attention, and reduce stress—as well as reduce risk of dementia.
A multi-faceted brain health program that goes beyond simple brain games focusing on lifestyle factors that impact brain health, and memory strategies that participants can implement in their daily lives.
What to Expect:
Session 1: Explore the latest research on brain health and why it’s important at any age. Learn how physical activity is linked to cognitive performance to lower the risk of dementia.
Session 2: Chronic stress can lead to the long term build up of cortisol that can impact the brain negatively. Learn relaxation and mindfulness techniques. Intellectual activities challenge you to think. Learn how these stimulating activities benefit your brain.
Session 3: Learn brain healthy dietary habits and how spiritual activities have positive effects on the brain and body.
Session 4: Get the most out of social interactions that play a role in brain health. Put the theory of cognitive reserve to work for your holistic plan to make lasting lifestyle changes for positive brain health and memory.
Available Workshops and Session Dates
SELF-STUDY - Cost $25.00. This is a self-paced online course with access to the course for 8 weeks. January registration link. Other registration links coming soon.
| Course Registration | Course Start Date, start 12:00 a.m. | Course End Date, end 12:00 a.m. |
|---|---|---|
| September 22 - October 14, 2023 | October 15, 2023 | December 10, 2023 |
| December 11 - January 6, 2024 | January 7, 2024 | March 3, 2024 |
| March 4 - March 9, 2024 | March 10, 2024 | May 5, 2024 |
| May 6 - May 11, 2024 | May 12, 2024 | July 7, 2024 |
| July 8 - July 13, 2024 | July 14, 2024 | September 8, 2024 |
| September 9 - September 14, 2024 | September 15, 2024 | November 3, 2024 |
In Person - Registration will be available here when the next class is scheduled. No fee for this course.
Virtual - Registration will be available here when the next class is scheduled. No fee for this course.
We invite you to join our private Facebook Group, Boost Your Brain, after completion of the course. Join us for fun brain games, brain facts, resources, and more.
- This workshop series is free and available to NH residents
- Includes 4 weekly interactive sessions with memory exercises
- Each 2-hour session builds on the previous week
- Full participation in all 4 weeks is highly recommended
- Participants are encouraged to use the workbook in between sessions
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