ESNS: Our Whole Lives (OWL)

East Side Neighborhood Services, 1700 2nd St. NE. Sexuality education for older adults, Thursdays, 10 am-12 pm, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. In person. OWL is a series of 2-hour workshops over a 5-week period that uses exercises and techniques designed to reduce shame, normalize age-related changes, provide information about relationships and increase awareness of sexual choices. It takes a values-based, social justice approach to the sexuality of adults in midlife and beyond – recognizing and honoring the diversity of participants with respect to sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation and disability. Topics and issues addressed in the workshops are organized in broad topic areas: self-worth, sexual health, responsibility, justice and inclusivity. Recommended for adults over the age of 50, as well as for caregivers working with older adults. There is no cost for this program but commitment to attend is required. Minimum of 6 participants needed to hold classes. To register, contact 612-787-4086 or VitalLiving@esns.org.