GetSetUp :: Michigan Learning Channel for Older Adults

GetSetup.io is a pioneering social platform where seniors can learn about a variety of topics through a live, interactive peer-to-peer teaching model. The platform currently offers classes on essential life-changing skills, from professional development to technology, health, wellness and hobbies. It also offers casual social hours. Its expert guides hold graduate and master’s degrees in business, music, science, and more.

Classes run 10 hours a day to make it easy for Michiganders to take a class anytime they like from the comfort and safety of their homes. 

Use the coupon code: MICHIGANHEALTH while booking your class. This will waive your fee for paid classes.

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Aging and Adult Services Agency, and the Library of Michigan

MSU Extension Courses

Food Safety

MICHIGAN COTTAGE FOOD LAW- OCTOBER 19

OCTOBER 19, 2021 3:00PM – 5:00PM ZOOM WEBINAR

The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.

Parenting & Caregiving

CREATING CONFIDENT CAREGIVERS WORKSHOP VIA ZOOM

OCTOBER 19, 2021 3:00PM – 5:00PM ONLINE VIA ZOOM

Are you caring for a loved one with memory loss? Attend a 6-week virtual workshop for help!

TEACHING KIDS MINDFUL EATING LUNCH AND LEARN 10.27.21

OCTOBER 27, 2021 12:00PM – 1:00PM ONLINE

Learn ways to help young children develop lifelong healthy eating habits by using mindfulness.

MINDFUL MONDAY LUNCH AND LEARN TEACHING KIDS MINDFUL EATING 11.8.21

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 11:30AM – 12:30PM ONLINE

Research shows that practicing mindfulness can reduce stress-related symptoms such as worry, depression and physical tension, and may help manage chronic conditions such as cardiac disease and diabetes.

Personal Finance

WHO GETS GRANDMA'S YELLOW PIE PLATE? - PASSING ON PERSONAL POSSESSIONS

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 10:00AM – 11:00AM ZOOM WEBINAR

Family feuds are more likely to erupt over treasured possessions than over money. Learn strategies that will help you jumpstart conversations about inheritance issues.

PROTECTING YOUR IDENTITY

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 12:00PM – 1:00PM ZOOM WEBINAR

This one-hour webinar will discuss how to protect yourself from identity theft, what to do if someone has stolen your identity.

Personal Wellness

RELAX: ALTERNATIVES TO ANGER WEEKLY SERIES SEPT 1 FROM 1:30-3:00 PM

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 1:30PM – 3:00PM ZOOM ONLINE LIVE WEBINAR

Alternatives to Anger is a four-part educational series designed to help adults, parents and caregivers increase their knowledge about anger issues and put anger management and healthy relationship skills into practice.

MINDFUL MONDAY LUNCH AND LEARN MINDFUL WALKING 10.18.21

OCTOBER 18, 2021 11:30AM – 12:30PM ONLINE

Research shows that practicing mindfulness can reduce stress-related symptoms such as worry, depression and physical tension, and may help manage chronic conditions such as cardiac disease and diabetes.

MINDFUL MONDAY LUNCH AND LEARN CHANGING NEGATIVE SELF-TALK 11.1.21

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 11:30AM – 12:30PM ONLINE

Research shows that practicing mindfulness can reduce stress-related symptoms such as worry, depression and physical tension, and may help manage chronic conditions such as cardiac disease and diabetes.