WYOMING — The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) has partnered with GetSetUp, a digital education platform, in offering a range of free online wellness classes to Wyoming’s senior residents.
This winter’s classes are designed to keep older learners mentally, physically and socially active.
“A number of offerings particularly appropriate for the winter months are currently featured and we encourage people to check them out,” Community Health Section manager with the WDH Aging Division Jeff Clark said in the announcement.
According to WDH, the classes promote lifelong learning, empowerment and social engagement, especially during the colder and darker months. Some offerings are live sessions; others are recorded and available at any time.
“Wyoming residents can access thousands of interactive classes taught by older adults to their peers on GetSetUp,” Clark said in the announcement. “These classes can be a simple way to connect with others from the comfort and safety of one’s home.”
The WDH announced on their website that more than 5,000 Wyoming residents have participated in the classes since their partnership with GetSetUp began two years ago, with fitness classes being the most popular.
Class topics include how to effectively use digital technology, the exploration of historical cities, health and wellness, meditation, fitness and cooking, as well as a new member orientation course. Many classes are also offered in Spanish.
“Research has shown older adults who learn to comfortably use tech for connections with family and others will age more successfully,” Clark said in the statement.
GetSetUp’s custom-built video learning interface has been tailored to older adults of all tech levels. The platform offers support via phone and includes a booking system complete with regular reminders and after-class notes.
All GetSetUp classes are free for state residents by entering the coupon code “Wyoming” to book classes.
