The Family Center Workshops
Living Fully Workshop
All sessions are 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Participants are welcome to attend as few or as many sessions as they desire.
Register - Living Fully Workshop
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Education and Technology Center - (ETC) Room 412
Demystifying Windows 10 to Windows 11
Sister Angela Cresswell, CSFN, Ph.D., Director of the Family Center, Holy Family University and Gloria Carrasco, M.A., Lead Training & Instructional Technologist, Center for Teaching and Learning, Academic Technology Services, Holy Family University
This session explores the pros and cons of upgrading from Windows 10, alternative choices, reasons for the change, key differences between Windows 10 and Windows 11, tips for adjusting, and the significance of security and updates. A brief look at the uses of Google Search, Gemini and Microsoft Copilot follows.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Education and Technology Center - (ETC) Room 412
Mind Over Thought: Strategies to Stop Spinning Stories
Diane Menago, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Professor of Psychology, Psy.D. Program and Clinical Training Director, School of Arts and Sciences, Holy Family University
Do you find yourself stuck in loops of overthinking or replaying the same thoughts over and over? This session explores the common habit of rumination—why it occurs, how it impacts our mental well-being, and what we can do to overcome it. By using practical tools and guided strategies, you’ll learn how to quiet your mind and regain control of your thought patterns.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Education and Technology Center - (ETC) Room 412
Whole You: Nourishing Body, Mind & Spirit Naturally
Dr. Michelle M. Murphy-Rozanski, Ph.D., MSN, RN, CRNP-FNP, Vice Dean - Health Sciences, Professor, School of Nursing and Health Sciences, Holy Family University
Explore natural ways to support your well-being with whole foods, vitamins, supplements, and gentle therapies. Get the inside scoop on the vitamins in your cabinet, the supplements in your cart, and the herbal remedies you’ve heard about. This fun, fact-filled reflective session for adults 40+ unpacks what works and what to watch out for. This session invites people to deepen their connection with their health, blending knowledge and wisdom so you can make smart, safe choices for balanced living and lasting vitality.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Education and Technology Center - (ETC) Room 412
Bamboozle Proof!
Gloria Carrasco, M.A., Lead Training & Instructional Technologist, Center for Teaching and Learning, Academic Technology Services, Holy Family University
Beware. Scammers consistently find new ways to steal your money, from job search advertisements, romance scams, lucky day prizes, false charities and selling nonexistent items. There are common elements that signal fraud. Protect yourself against scammers by learning to identify their tricks to steal your personal information online, over the phone, and through email.