The Marco Players Presents “The Art of Aging Series”

The Marco Players announces a free speaker series related to life issues we face during aging. We know that engagement in the arts supports healthy aging through healthy relationships and active engagement of our mind and body. Speakers will openly and candidly share information and resources in our small, relaxing theater environment. 

The Art of Aging Speaker Series is free to attend. Participants are asked to register at TheMarcoPlayers.com or call the box office at 239-642-7270. This series is supported by a grant from the Marco Island Foundation for the Arts and by donations. 

March 5, 2022 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM: Transitioning to Care Partnering

Alzheimer’s Support Network

Marianne Troy, MS, Family Consultant

Mel Coppola, Care Partner/Family Consultant

Debbie Fulton, Family Consultant/Director of Community Relations

Caring for a person with Alzheimer’s or dementia often involves a team of people. Whether you provide daily caregiving, participate in decision making, or simply care about a person with the disease - we’ll discuss the process of going from caregiver and care receiver to care partnering.

April 9, 2022 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM: Are Your Grandchildren Growing Up Without You?

Carol Golly, PhD, LCSW

Sometimes it’s distance. Sometimes it’s estrangement. Being apart from loved ones can stir up a stew of emotions. Carol Golly was a child and family therapist in Naples for over 20 years whose expertise and recent doctoral research documented experiences of such grandparents. Carol offers insights, strategies and approaches to coping that may help close the relationship gap between you and the grandchildren you love.