Lasell Retirement Community Provides College Experience
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She’s in class, attending cultural events on and off campus, in and out of the library for research and browsing, and exercising and her mind sharp. Get instant access to members-only products and hundreds of discounts, a free second membership, and a subscription to AARP the Magazine. What makes Murstein and about 250 other residents at Lasell University near Boston stand out is their age — they’re between 50 and 80 years older than the traditional college student. They’re residents of Lasell Village, a senior living community on the campus of 1,500 undergraduates and 500 graduate students. The village residents enjoy the benefits of the vibrant college environment while having access to the health care and other services that aging people need. Lasell Village resident Nelly Murstein (center) takes to classes and socializes regularly. Courtesy Lasell Village “There are so many wonderful things to do, I can’t do them all,” says the 89-year-old Murstein. Lasell University is one of more than 100 higher education institutions that have a partnership with a senior living community. Typically, the seniors live adjacent to or near campus so that they have easy access to audit classes, attend cultural and sporting events, and be part of the college scene. Two features of Lasell Village distinguish it from other similar arrangements: It is located on the university campus, and its residents are required to take 450 hours of classes a year. Like other age-friendly higher education institutions, Lasell University designs specific classes to be intergenerational. “We get to know a different generation, how they think and what they feel,” says Murstein, who took an intergenerational philosophy class recently. “And they look at us and see a different kind of old people.” In other words, they see older people who are active physically, intellectually . on their campuses by : Encouraging older adults to participate in classes, research programs and other activities Promoting personal and career development for all ages Recognizing the range of educational needs of older adults Providing intergenerational learning· Increasing access to online learning Increasing access to online learning. Giving older adults access to health and wellness programs “We have the opportunity to change the story about aging from one of loss to one of living,” says Anne Doyle, president of Lasell Village. “Connecting across generations is a game changer. It breaks down stereotypes. It brings a lot of fun into life.
College Living Isn t Just for Students
Campus retirement community offers intergenerational connections and learning opportunities
Residents at Lasell Village, located on a college campus, have opportunities for intergenerational connections. Courtesy Lasell Village Like most residents on college campuses, Nelly Murstein is busy all day, almost every day.She’s in class, attending cultural events on and off campus, in and out of the library for research and browsing, and exercising and her mind sharp. Get instant access to members-only products and hundreds of discounts, a free second membership, and a subscription to AARP the Magazine. What makes Murstein and about 250 other residents at Lasell University near Boston stand out is their age — they’re between 50 and 80 years older than the traditional college student. They’re residents of Lasell Village, a senior living community on the campus of 1,500 undergraduates and 500 graduate students. The village residents enjoy the benefits of the vibrant college environment while having access to the health care and other services that aging people need. Lasell Village resident Nelly Murstein (center) takes to classes and socializes regularly. Courtesy Lasell Village “There are so many wonderful things to do, I can’t do them all,” says the 89-year-old Murstein. Lasell University is one of more than 100 higher education institutions that have a partnership with a senior living community. Typically, the seniors live adjacent to or near campus so that they have easy access to audit classes, attend cultural and sporting events, and be part of the college scene. Two features of Lasell Village distinguish it from other similar arrangements: It is located on the university campus, and its residents are required to take 450 hours of classes a year. Like other age-friendly higher education institutions, Lasell University designs specific classes to be intergenerational. “We get to know a different generation, how they think and what they feel,” says Murstein, who took an intergenerational philosophy class recently. “And they look at us and see a different kind of old people.” In other words, they see older people who are active physically, intellectually . on their campuses by : Encouraging older adults to participate in classes, research programs and other activities Promoting personal and career development for all ages Recognizing the range of educational needs of older adults Providing intergenerational learning· Increasing access to online learning Increasing access to online learning. Giving older adults access to health and wellness programs “We have the opportunity to change the story about aging from one of loss to one of living,” says Anne Doyle, president of Lasell Village. “Connecting across generations is a game changer. It breaks down stereotypes. It brings a lot of fun into life.