University of Minnesota Extension, through Extension’s work with Family Health and Well-Being, offers a wide variety of programming to Pope County residents on topics of interest to the public, including two upcoming virtual programs on April 7 and April 9 related to end-of-life planning. Read on for descriptions on these free programs and other offerings from Extension!
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HCD – Health Care Directive
Advance care planning is a gift to yourself and your loved ones. Sign up for this one-hour workshop to learn the basics of creating a Minnesota health care directive so that your end-of-life wishes are known even if you can’t communicate for yourself. Monday, April 7, 10 am – 11am Central Time webinar: https://extension.umn.edu/event/minnesota-health-care-directive-0 |
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WGGYPP – Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate?
Did you know that after a loved one passes, family feuds are more likely to erupt over cherished possessions than over money? Learn how to leave a legacy and manage family relationships while making decisions about your non-titled property in the free webinar Who Gets Grandma’s Yellow Pie Plate. Sign up for the Wednesday, April 9, 3 pm – 4pm Central Time session here: https://extension.umn.edu/event/who-gets-grandmas-yellow-pie-plate-3 |
Other Offerings from Extension
RentWise
Do you want to help others learn what it takes to be a successful renter? If so, then the RentWise curriculum is for you. Check out z.umn.edu/rentwise to become a facilitator and provide comprehensive education for individuals who are first-time renters, need to build credit, are low income or new to the country.
Renter 101
Renter 101 is a free online course that helps you navigate the rental process, choose safe and affordable housing, and manage money resources wisely. Check out z.umn.edu/renter101 for tips and strategies on becoming a responsible renter.
EFFE – Elder Family Financial Exploitation
Elder family financial exploitation, or EFFE for short, is one of the most common types of elder abuse. This happens when a family member uses or withholds an older adult’s money or property without permission. Go to z.umn.edu/EFFE for resources and strategies to protect yourself and your loved ones.
COMET
Have you ever wanted to help your friends, neighbors or colleagues going through hard times but you didn’t know how? COMET (Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory) is a two-hour online training that teaches you how to reach out in a meaningful, respectful and supportive way to people in your life who are struggling with their mental health before it becomes a crisis.
Sign up for the next free webinar session on Wednesday, May 7, 11 am – 1 pm Central Time: https://es.extension.umn.edu/event/changing-our-mental-and-emotional-trajectory-comet-training-12