Resource & Support Classes

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - 10:00am

LIFE’S FINAL CHAPTER

A series exploring the final stage of life and how awareness of it can shape the way we live. Topics include practical planning, grief, cultural traditions, family communication, and end-of-life choices.

Fee: Resident $5 / Non-Resident $7 per class

Life in Full View

Tuesday, May 19 • 10–11:30 a.m.
Course ID: 33751

Reflect on life’s impermanence and how awareness of limited time can deepen gratitude, focus, and meaning.

Death Doulas NW
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Choices at Life’s End

Tuesday, June 2 • 10–11:30 a.m.
Course ID: 33752

Learn to navigate late-life options, including MAID, hospice, and VSED.

End of Life Choices Oregon
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ESTRANGEMENT & REUNION

Sessions offering support and practical strategies for navigating challenging family relationships. Led by DeLisa Levine, LMFT, and Andy Pfandler, MA, of Family Ties Counseling Center.

Family Ties Counseling Center
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Estrangement: Causes and Solutions

Friday, May 8 • 10–11:30 a.m.
Course ID: 33935
Fee: Resident $12 / Non-Resident $18

Explore why family estrangement occurs and pathways toward communication and understanding.

Instructors
DeLisa Levine, LMFT
Andy Pfandler, MA

Rebuilding Connections: Support & Repair

Fridays, May 15 – June 12 • 10–11:30 a.m.
Course ID: 33802
Fee: Resident $60 / Non-Resident $90

A five-week support group for adults navigating estranged family relationships.

Instructors
DeLisa Levine, LMFT
Andy Pfandler, MA

CAREGIVER WORKSHOPS

Workshops led by Dr. Andrea Holzner, an expert in geriatric healthcare.

Supporting the Caregiver Workshop

Thursday, May 21 • 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Course ID: 33789
Fee: Resident $40 / Non-Resident $60

Dementia-informed tools to understand caregiver stress and communication.

Instructor
Dr. Andrea Holzner

Caregiver Resilience Workshop

Saturday, June 13 • 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Course ID: 33790
Fee: Resident $40 / Non-Resident $60

Learn strategies to manage stress and support a loved one with dementia.

Instructor
Dr. Andrea Holzner

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Workshops led by PrepLO, the City of Lake Oswego’s emergency preparedness program.

Senior Emergency Preparedness

Wednesdays, May 13, June 17, July 8, August 5 • 10–11:30 a.m.
Course ID: 33800
Fee: FREE

Learn to create emergency plans and build essential supplies.

Program
City of Lake Oswego – Emergency Preparedness

Preparedness for Adults & Families

Program
City of Lake Oswego – Emergency Preparedness

Evening Workshops (ACC):
Thursday, June 11 • 5:30–8:30 p.m. (Course ID: 33839)
Thursday, September 10 • 5:30–8:30 p.m. (Course ID: 33840)

Weekend Workshops (LORAC):
Saturday, June 6 • 9 a.m.–12 p.m. (Course ID: 33842)
Saturday, September 5 • 9 a.m.–12 p.m. (Course ID: 33843)

Fee: FREE

HEALTH & LEGAL EDUCATION

Classes covering health issues and legal planning for aging well.

Healthy Legs as You Age

Wednesday, May 6 • 10–11:30 a.m.
Course ID: 33788
Fee: Resident $5 / Non-Resident $7

Learn about vein health and circulation.

Instructor
Dr. Toshio Nagamoto

Estate Planning Basics

Wednesday, May 20 • 10–11:30 a.m.
Course ID: 33792
Fee: Resident $5 / Non-Resident $7

Learn how to protect assets and avoid estate planning mistakes.

Instructor
Michael Rose, Attorney

Paying for Long-Term Care

Wednesday, June 10 • 10–11:30 a.m.
Course ID: 33791
Fee: Resident $5 / Non-Resident $7

Guidance on Medicaid qualification and long-term care planning.