Online Learning Resources for Older Adults in Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties
Michigan State University Extension (MSU Extension)
MSU Extension offers in person and online learning. Several programs are the same that TCOA offers (such as Diabetes PATH, Chronic Pain PATH, Matter of Balance, Walk with Ease and Powerful Tools for Caregivers). TCOA and MSU Extension often partner together on these programs. However, MSU Extension offers additional programs for older adults such as Tai Chi for Arthritis, SLEEP, RELAX: Alternatives to Anger, and Stress Less with Mindfulness.
Visit MSU’s website to find out more.
GetSetUp Online Learning
Offers Free Virtual Classes For Adults Age 55+
GetSetUp is an online learning platform with hundreds of virtual, interactive classes for Michigan’s older adults age 55+. All classes are led by older adults. GetSetUp is offered for free through a partnership with MDHHS. Visit https://www.getsetup.io/michigan to get started.
There are a huge variety of topics such as technology use and staying safe online, exercise/fitness, languages, cooking, hobbies, etc.
To increase access, MDHHS and GetSetUp have also partnered with the Library of Michigan to offer the classes at 400+ libraries throughout the state so that patrons can use library computers and direct questions to library staff.
