olderadults

Older Adults

Classes specifically designed for older adults

Don't miss our Extended Learning Arts & Crafts Fair!
December 7, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Wake Campus, 300 N Turnpike Rd

  • Instructional supplies for Older Adults classes can be purchased within your classroom.
  • For supplies refund information, see the SEL Supplies Refund policy on our Resources and Policies page.
  • For current class information and instructor email addresses for Zoom links, click this link.
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  • Note: Clay handbuilding classes are solely for handbuilding students.  If you wish to use the ceramics wheel, register for a ceramics class, which may cover both the wheel and handbuilding.

Older Adults offers a wide variety of topic taught by skilled professionals in each subject. Our classes are specifically designed for adult age 55 and over and offer a welcoming and engaging environment for students of all levels. Students develop mental acuity and physical dexterity whole learning and honing new skills in a variety of topics including Creative Art, Creative English, Creative Music, Creative Theatre and Self-Management. 

For information regarding Older Adult Creative Art, Creative English, Creative Music, Creative Theatre and Self Management program, contact:
Rachel Walsh at rewalsh1@pipeline.sbcc.edu (805) 898-8140

Vitality Program 

We offer over 60 offsite classes per week at independent, assisted and memory care facilities in our community. Classes engage the mind and enhance social connection. We are proud to partner with 15 locations in our community. Adult children are also invited to participate in these classes with their parents.

For information about our Vitality program, contact:
Jeanette Chian at jchianbrooks@sbcc.edu 
(805) 683-8289
Emma L. Cruz at cruze@sbcc.edu (805) 683-8282.