1. 1. www.seniorlearningnetwork.com
2. 2. What is the Senior Learning Network? SLN is dedicated to lifelong learning through videoconferencing to connect senior centers, community centers, libraries, and schools to each other and nonprofit organizations such as museums .
3. 3. Need During the baby boomer years, 1946-1964 (inclusive), 77.3 million Americans were born.
4. 4. Beginning January 1st, 2011 every single day more than 10,000 Baby Boomers will reach the age of 65. That is going to keep happening every single day for the next 19 years. Life expectancy has risen to 78 years This group of seniors makes up a highly-educated and independent group of people.
5. 5. SeniorsTalk About Interactive Videoconferencing
6. 6. Brain Research The medical evidence shows that an older brain is every bit as capable as a younger brain when it comes to making new connections between nerve cells. The connections between neurons, called dendrites are made at the same rate in older adults (aged 55+), then in younger adults (aged 20-30). The collective body of research clearly shows that creativity and learning has life-long potential and should be considered essential along with other services provided to older adults.
7. 7. Survey ofTopics History Museums / Other countries then & now Science / Environment How trends affect the future Book Clubs Entertainment Health Writing Memoirs Mentoring
8. 8. Tailoring to Seniors Over 600Video Conferences to choose from and the list grows nearly every week! Presentations are interactive See and talk to the presenters Less formal Time for questions during and after We are always listeningwhat do you want to learn? We encourage seniors to present video conferences
9. 9. Ad Hoc Uses of SLN Once a member, the network is yours to use. Professional Development Meetings Clubs Consultations Discussions
10. 10. What Equipment is Needed? And Enhanced Internet Connectivity and a projection system.
11. 11. Senior Learning Network Pricing Senior Centers /Libraries $40/mo. Residential or Care Facilities $40/mo.
12. 12. How CanYou Help We are looking for meaningful ways to connect with seniors Would you like to be a presenter? Visit our website at www.seniorlearningnetwork.com or contact lynne@seniorlearningnetwork.com or ellen@seniorlearningnetwork.com