Medicare can be complicated, but Minnesota Aging Pathways is here to help. Whether you’ve been on Medicare for a few years and just need a refresher, or you’re brand new to Medicare, this free Medicare 101 run by Minnesota Aging Pathways will help you understand the basics so you can manage your health care options.

Are you an obituary reader? What draws you to them? Do you think you will have to write one in the future? How will you do that? Are you curious about the idea of writing your own obituary? What might that sound like? Come for a free conversation and education about all things obituary--tools, hints, costs, examples--, with Marilaurice Hemlock. Marilaurice is a funeral celebrant, death educator, retired liturgist and pastoral minister, lover of words, writer of obituaries, and active member of the Land Conservation Natural Burial Project.

Retirement should be about freedom—not financial stress. In this free class, we’ll break down the 5 biggest expenses most retirees face and share practical strategies to help reduce or better manage them. From housing and healthcare to transportation and unexpected costs, you’ll walk away with simple, actionable ideas to help protect your income and make your money last.

Medicare can be complicated, and it changes from year to year. Come learn about what’s new in Medicare for 2027, so you can choosethe best plan for your needs. This free presentation from Minnesota Aging Pathways is offered in the fall of each year during Medicare Open Enrollment.

If you are 55 or older, save money on your car insurance premiums and become a better driver! Minnesota law requires that insurance companies offer a 10% reduction on auto insurance for three years if you complete a state-approved defensive driving course taught by professional, certified instructors. This class requires a booklet to accompany the online presentation. This booklet and the certificate of completion is available for pickup when you register at the office or once you register online. Please pick up at the District Office, 1440 49th Ave. NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421. Park in the Family Center Parking lot, come to door #2, and you will be able to pick up the booklet at the front window. *Please note: each card transaction will incur a processing fee of 3.29% of total amount plus $0.39. Checks, cash or ACH withdrawals will incur $0 fees. For checks or cash, payment can be brought to the CHPS District Office (door #2) on Mondays-Fridays from 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. when the district is open.

In this free class we will be discussing lifestyle options for senior living. Should I stay and age in place - making home modifications to reduce safety risks OR should I go – moving to a home option that may be handicapped accessible, single-level living? We will take an assessment and give you the tools to make educated decisions.

Fraud and scams are on the rise, with some scammers specifically targeting older adults. But there are ways you can protect yourself and your personal information. This free presentation, run by Minnesota Aging Pathways, includes information about fraud prevention, and you’ll learn how to detect and report fraud and scams, so you can keep your personal information and yourself safe.

If you are 55 or older, save money on your car insurance premiums and become a better driver! Minnesota law requires that insurance companies offer a 10% reduction on auto insurance for three years if you complete a state-approved defensive driving course taught by professional, certified instructors. This class requires a booklet to accompany the online presentation. This booklet and the certificate of completion is available for pickup when you register at the office or once you register online. Please pick up at the District Office, 1440 49th Ave. NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421. Park in the Family Center Parking lot, come to door #2, and you will be able to pick up the booklet at the front window. *Please note: each card transaction will incur a processing fee of 3.29% of total amount plus $0.39. Checks, cash or ACH withdrawals will incur $0 fees. For checks or cash, payment can be brought to the CHPS District Office (door #2) on Mondays-Fridays from 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. when the district is open.

If you or someone you know is facing Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another chronic illness, it’s never too early to put financial plans in place. Join us for this free class to learn tips for managing someone else’s finances, how to prepare for future care costs and the benefits of early planning.

Alzheimer’s and other dementia cause memory, thinking and behavior problems that interfere with daily living. Join us in this free class to learn how to recognize common signs of Alzheimer’s; how to approach someone about memory concerns; the importance of early detection; possible tests and assessments for the diagnostic process, and Alzheimer’s Association resources.