BEMER Appointments
2025-09-10 11:15 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Instructor: Jill Smith, CPT
Date/Time: Wednesdays, July-September, 11:15am- 12pm
Cost/Registration: $15, You must register in advance. Appointments are in 15-minute intervals.
***This is an in-person event! To register, please call GoodLife at 603-228-6630***
BEMER is a class 2 medical device that can increase your overall blood flow by up to 30%. The effects of a single 15-minute BEMER session can last up to 12 hours. Regular use can lead to improved relaxation and enhanced physical fitness.

A RiverWoods Guide to Choosing a Lifecare Community
2025-09-10 13:00 - 14:00
Presenter: Kim Murphy, Marketing Manager
Date/Time: Wednesday, September 10, 1-2pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register by September 9th at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom the business day before the class.

***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
A practical hybrid workshop exploring contracts, costs & key questions to ask while doing your research. Many informed adults are choosing Life Care Communities, also known as Continuing Care Retirement Communities as a smart choice. But how do you evaluate these communities? What are some key questions you should ask? This comprehensive workshop will give you the tools to make a smart decision.
Attend and you will learn:
• National and regional community background
• The 3 major types of communities
• Contract differences and what to look for
• Key benchmarks of financial strength
• Critical indicators to measure service quality
Refreshments will be served.

Mushroom Identification and Exploration
2025-09-12 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-19 10:00 - 11:30
Instructor: Linden Rayton
Date/Time: Fridays, September 12, 19 & 26, 10-11:30am
Cost/Registration: $30. You must register in advance. 15 participants max. Rain or shine except for hazardous weather.
Location: Various Concord trails, first session at Sewall’s Falls
***This class is in-person only***
Dig into the fantastic world of fungi with a 3-session mushroom identification class with naturalist and educator Linden Rayton. Learn the characteristics that lead to a successful ID and practice them at three different Concord trails. Along the way, we’ll learn about general mushroom safety in identification and foraging, explore mushrooms’ role in the forest ecosystem, and marvel at the diversity of fungi in our local woodlands. All locations given with registration. Participants should expect a mixture of walking and standing while on gentle forest trail terrain.

Black Bear Happenings in New Hampshire
2025-09-16 10:00 - 11:00
Instructor: Doug Whitfield & Dennis Walsh Stewards for NH Fish & Game
Date/Time: Tuesday, September 16, 10-11am
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register in advance.
***This class is being held in-person only***
You are welcome to join us as New Hampshire Fish and Wildlife Steward share information about black bears in the state. Learn about the natural history of these intriguing mammals, their habitat needs and ways to avoid potentially costly conflicts. Also, hear about an amazing federal funding mechanism that supports long – term research and is largely responsible for our country’s abundant fish and wildlife.

Hearing Screenings
2025-09-16 16:00 - 17:00
Instructor: Dr. Beth Ann Jacques, AuD, CCC-A, F-AAA at New England Audiology
Date/Time: Tuesdays, 4-5pm by appointment
Cost: FREE! Registration is required. Please call to schedule an appointment: 603-228-6630
***Appointments are in-person only***
Come see Dr. Beth Ann Jacques who is licensed to practice audiology in New Hampshire and is certified by the American Speech and Hearing Association and is a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology. She is a great resource to participants at GoodLife and offers the following services at no cost: Hearing Screenings, Ear Cleaning & Hearing Aid Care. Dr. Jacques is at the center every Tuesday from 4-5pm and has appointments at 4:00pm and 4:20pm.

Technology One on One
2025-09-19 09:00 - 12:00
Instructor: Roland Beauregard
Date/Time: Friday, September 19, 9am- 12pm
Cost/Registration: $15, You must register in advance. Appointments are in 30-minute intervals.
***This is an in-person event! To register, please call GoodLife at 603-228-6630***
30 minute 1 on 1 session where participant can ask questions on any device (computer, phone or tablet)

Strategic Caring Solutions
2025-09-24 13:00 - 14:00
Presenter: Catherine Cournoyer
Date/Time: Wednesday, September 24, 1-2pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register by September 23rd at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom the business day before the class.

***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
Strategic Caring Solutions’ team of experts assist families with how to manage assets before or during a time of crisis, to ensure the proper legal documents are in place, as well as to create a long-term care plan that includes the Medicaid process and to provide funding options and strategies to preserve an estate from a nursing home. We are here to offer our expertise to individuals and families in times of crisis or before one begins. We understand there are many individuals who do not know where to turn when a long-term care event strikes and need a resource of professionals to help guide them to a successful outcome.

Self Defense Tips for 50+
2025-09-25 14:30 - 15:30
Presenter: John Guarnieri
Date/Time: Thursday, September 25, 2:30-3:30pm
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register in advance.
***This event is in-person only***
Discover easy-to-learn self-defense tips and tricks to help you stay safe each day. We cover what “winning” in self-defense means and different ways to accomplish that.  These “winning” methods will include physical techniques, body language tips, and some verbal strategies. We will also go over what I find to be the most beneficial self-defense tools to carry with you and how to use them. John Guarnieri owns 603 Karate in Northfield.  Before teaching self-defense for a living, he was a police officer in NH for many years. Lessons are practical and adaptable so anyone can benefit from them.

GoodLife Craft Fair
2025-09-27 09:00 - 13:00
Presenter: GoodLife
Date/Time: Saturday, September 27, 9am-1pm
Cost/Registration: $2 entrance fee per person, GoodLife participants & children are FREE! Open to the public rain or shine.
Location: GoodLife Programs & Activities, 254 North State St. Unit L, Concord, NH
Rain or shine! Come over to GoodLife’s annual Craft Fair. This is a fundraiser with a great variety of local NH crafters, plus a bake sale and raffles. All items are hand or homemade. What better way to get a jump on your holiday shopping?
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Book Club
2025-09-30 13:00 - 15:00
Presenter: GoodLife Participants
Date/Time: Tuesdays
Cost/Registration: FREE! Drop in event. No registration required.
***Book Club is held in-person only***
A classic Book Club! Read some great books and discuss with friends!
–July 22 – 2:00pm Sipsworth by Simon Van Booy
–August 26 – 1:00pm The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi
–September 30 – 1:00pm The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters re Maine

Did You Lose Your Medicare Advantage Plan?
2025-10-01 09:00 - 15:00
Instructor: Larissa and Christian Troy, licensed insurance agents, and owners of Woodpecker Insurance
Date/Time: Wednesdays, October 1-29, 9am-3pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register in advance by calling 603-499-4399.
***This event is in-person only***
If your plan is ending for 2026, or if you’d like a review of your current coverage, we are scheduling appointments to meet at GoodLife. These free appointments include a personalized review based on your doctors, prescriptions, and health needs. After scheduling, please be sure to share your current medication list and provider names so you will be fully prepared.

BEMER Appointments
2025-10-01 11:15 - 12:00
Instructor: Jill Smith, CPT
Date/Time: Wednesdays, October-December, 11:15am- 12pm
Cost/Registration: $15, You must register in advance. Appointments are in 15-minute intervals.
***This is an in-person event! To register, please call GoodLife at 603-228-6630***
BEMER is a class 2 medical device that can increase your overall blood flow by up to 30%. The effects of a single 15-minute BEMER session can last up to 12 hours. Regular use can lead to improved relaxation and enhanced physical fitness.

MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT: United Healthcare
2025-10-07 09:00 - 11:00
Instructor: Lynn Hapke, Hapke Benefit Solutions, a Core Benefits Affiliate
Date/Time: Tuesdays, October 7 – November 25, 9-11am (no appts 11/11)
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register in advance by calling l (603) 289-1873 or emailing LHAPKE@MYCOREINSURANCE.COM
***This event is in-person only***
As a broker Lynn is licensed with most plans available in New Hampshire and knows the ins and outs of each of the plans and can work with you to find the plan that meets your needs or educate you on changes with your existing plans.  She is well versed on the changes coming in 2026 and the options available in New Hampshire.

Bereavement Group
2025-10-07 10:00 - 12:00
Presenter: Jodi Plitman, Shelly Genest, Bereavement Coordinators, Hospice (CNH) | BAYADA
Date/ Time: Tuesday, October 7, November 4, December 9, 10am- 12pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! Drop in. No need to register in advance.
***This event is being held in-person only***
Join us for a monthly bereavement group facilitated by bereavement counselors from Bayada Hospice, with approximately one hour of structured, educational time and one hour of open discussion and socialization time. No need to register, just drop in, but feel free to contact Jodi Plitman, bereavement coordinator with Bayada Hospice, at 603-724-6689 or Jplitman@bayada.com with any questions .

Health Literacy Presentation
2025-10-07 13:00 - 14:00
Presenter: Magaret Saki, Encompass Health
Date/ Time: Tuesday, October 7, 1-2pm
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register by October 6th at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom the business day before the class.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
For Health Literacy Month we will be explaining the differences between IRF vs SNF levels of care, different rehab technologies available, fall prevention protocols, and overall health literacy in the home and hospital setting.

Cremation Q&A
2025-10-08 10:00 - 11:00
Presenter: Michelle Velazquez, Bennett Funeral Home
Date/Time: Wednesday, October 8, 10-11am
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register in advance.
***This is an in-person event***
Join us for a Seminar designed to answer your most common questions in a relaxed, informative setting. Learn about the cremation process, available options, and how preplanning can ease the burden on your loved ones. Light refreshments and snacks will be served.

Medicare Open Enrollment is Fast Approaching!
2025-10-16 09:00 - 15:00
Instructor: Christine Gross, Tindon Senior Services
Date/Time: Thursdays, October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 9am-3pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register in advance by calling 207-691-4979 .
***This event is in-person only***
With significant changes coming to Medicare plans in 2026, it’s more important than ever to review your coverage options. Christine is now scheduling appointments to help New Hampshire Medicare beneficiaries navigate their choices and ensure they have the right coverage for the year ahead.

Technology One on One
2025-10-17 09:00 - 12:00
Instructor: Roland Beauregard
Date/Time: Friday, October 17, & December 19, 9am- 12pm
Cost/Registration: $15, You must register in advance. Appointments are in 30-minute intervals.
***This is an in-person event! To register, please call GoodLife at 603-228-6630***
30 minute 1 on 1 session where participant can ask questions on any device (computer, phone or tablet)

Introduction to A.I.
2025-10-17 13:00 - 14:00
Instructor: Roland Beauregard, AARP Volunteer
Date/Time: Friday, October 17, 1-2pm
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register in advance.
***This class is in-person only***
Curious about A.I.? A.I. promises to change the way we live and work, but what is it really, and what does it mean in practical terms for older adults? Join AARP for this Senior Planet talk on the basic ideas around artificial intelligence. We’ll talk about how A.I. is being used today, what its current limitations are, and how it will shape the future!

Mapping the Move: A Real Estate Timeline for Life Transitions
2025-10-21 15:00 - 16:00
Instructor: Brenda Paradis
Date/Time: Tuesday, October 21, 3-4pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register in advance.
***This class is in-person only***
Are you thinking about a future move, but not sure when or how to start planning? Join us for this insightful and practical presentation designed to help you take the guesswork out of one of life’s biggest transitions. Learn what to focus on 12+ months out, get tips on home preparation, organizing, and staging, discover common mistakes to avoid. Receive a free planning timeline and local resource list. Light Refreshments will be served.

An OUTstanding Life
2025-10-21 18:00 - 20:00
Presenter: Andrea Lucas, MS. CTRS/L
Date/ Time: Tuesdays, October 21, November 18, December 9, 6-8pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! Drop in. No need to register in advance.
Location: GoodLife, 254 N State St, Unit L, Concord, NH
***This event is being held in-person only***
This group in an intentional and welcoming space for older adults across the spectrum of sexual orientations and gender identities, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, intersex, asexual etc. (LGBTQIA+) in the community to come together, connect, experience joy, and thrive for a healthy community and connected life.

Top Ten Estate Planning Questions
2025-10-22 13:00 - 14:00
Presenter: Tina Annis, Annis & Zellers
Date/Time: Wednesday, October 22, 1-2pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register by October 21st at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom the business day before the class.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
What is Probate? Do I need a Trust? How can a Power of Attorney help my family? Do I have to worry about the death tax? How do I protect my assets from a possible nursing home stay? Every individual, regardless of age or net worth, needs an estate plan. Completing an estate plan will assist you in the management of your assets, make matters easier for your family in the event that you become incapacitated or die, and may offer some asset protection for loved ones.

Nutrition Support for Cholesterol
2025-10-27 11:00 - 12:00
Instructor: Martin Donovan
Date/Time: Monday, October 27, 11am-12pm
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register by October 24th at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom the business day before the class.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
If you’re struggling or worried about your cholesterol and heart health, then come join us! In this talk, you’ll get to learn about what cholesterol is, why it’s important to your health, and natural ways to support your heart health. We’ll also go over the types of cholesterol (“good” and “bad”), what typical treatments are, and how you can take control of your heart health journey.

Book Club
2025-10-28 13:00 - 15:00
Presenter: GoodLife Participants
Date/Time: Tuesdays
Cost/Registration: FREE! Drop in event. No registration required.
***Book Club is held in-person only***
A classic Book Club! Read some great books and discuss with friends!

October 28 @ 1:00pm How the Penguins Saved Veronica by Hazel Prior
November 25 @ 1:00pm Where Butterflies Wander by Suzanne Redfearn
December 23 @ 2:00pm The Twelve Topsy-Turvy, Very Messy Days of Christmas by James Patterson

Medicare Open Enrollment is coming!
2025-11-05 13:00 - 14:00
Presenter: Christine Gross, Tindon Senior Financial Services
Date/Time: Wednesday, November 5, 1-2pm
Cost/Registration: FREE! You must register by November 4th at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom the business day before the class.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
Come and learn about the Medicare Advantage plans. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Any information we provide is limited to those plans we do offer in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE to get information on all of your options.

Senior Holiday Giving Tree
2025-11-10 09:00 - 16:00
Dates: Weekdays, November 10-December 8, 9am-4pm (closed 11/11, 11/27, 11/28)
We are excited to announce that GoodLife is partnering with Concord Housing & Development once again to provide a little brightness and holiday cheer for older adults in the Concord community! This time of year, many older residents may be isolated and alone or otherwise in need and are less likely to receive a gift during the holidays. The Giving Tree will be at GoodLife, and all will be welcome to come in and choose a tag from the tree that has a holiday wish on it. Hurry in our tags go fast!!!! All gifts will need to be returned by December 8, deliveries to recipients will be done by Bishop Brady student volunteers.

Beat the Blues
2025-11-12 10:00 - 11:00
Presenter: Granite VNA
Date/Time: Wednesday, November 12, 10-11am
Cost/Registration: FREE! To register, please call (603) 224-4093, ext. 85664 or www.granitevna.org/calendar
***This event is in-person only***
Moods can shift during those colder, darker winter months. Join Community Health Educator, Kelli Anaya and learn about how to cope with those winter blues but also recognize when signs and symptoms become more persistent and may require more intervention.

Top Ten Estate Planning Questions Part 1 – Understanding Wills
2025-11-14 12:30 - 13:30
Instructor: Tina Annis, Annis & Zellers
Date/Time: Friday, November 14, 12:30-1:30pm
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register by November 13th at 12pm.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
Why do I need a will? What is the job of an executor? How often should I update my will? Do I really need a lawyer?  What is probate? Whether you already have a will or not, come and learn more about this important topic. Part 2- Understanding Trusts (note that you are not required to participate in both sessions).

Nutrition Support for Gut Health
2025-11-24 11:00 - 12:00
***Canceled***
Instructor: Martin Donovan
Date/Time: Monday, November 24, 11am-12pm
Cost/Registration: $5. You must register by November 21st at 12pm. GoodLife will email you the Zoom the business day before the class.
***This class is being held both in-person and live via Zoom***
Join us for an engaging and easy-to-understand talk all about your digestive health, from top to bottom! Martin will explain how digestion works, highlight common digestive issues, and share simple, natural ways to support gut health through food and
lifestyle. Whether you’re dealing with bloating, reflux, or just want to feel your best, this is a great opportunity to learn from a trusted expert who bridges the gap between medicine and wellness.
