News & Announcements
September 27, 2018
Flu Vaccination Options for Emeriti
By Neath Folger 
Rochester Emeriti will have several options to receive their flu vaccinations this year. While Emeriti will not be able to use the employee walk-in vaccination centers on campus, the options below offer many convenient locations and times. Scheduled visits for non-employee ECH patients Appointment lines open on Oct. 3: Please call your primary care site for […]
September 10, 2018
By Neath Folger
New Mayo film, ice cream social, 5K run among Heritage Day highlights From Mayo News Center Sept. 7, 2018 Heritage Days celebrates the history and culture of Mayo Clinic through a wide range of creative projects during the year. These celebrations culminate in a dedicated week of events every October. This year’s event will be held […]
September 10, 2018
Miss Showing of “The Mayo Clinic: Faith, Hope, Science?”
By Neath Folger
The PBS documentary by Ken Burns, “The Mayo Clinic: Faith, Hope, Science.” will air on PBS Tuesday September 25, 2018 8-10 p.m. CT on PBS
September 10, 2018
Tonight Ken Burns Film – “The Mayo Clinic: Faith, Hope, Science.”
By Neath Folger
Meet the Mayo documentary filmmakers and more at premiere event in Rochester A film premiere, an opportunity to meet the filmmakers exclusively for staff and volunteers, a block party and a drone light show are being planned for Monday, Sept. 10, to mark the making of the Ken Burns documentary, “The Mayo Clinic: Faith, Hope, […]
September 4, 2018
New Pathway for Accessing Medical Care at Mayo
By Neath Folger
The Office of Staff Services has recently added a new pathway for accessing medical care for consultants and Emeriti Staff. There are currently two pathways: Primary care provider, and Self-guided care by contacting appropriate specialty physicians known to you. The new pathway involves the newly created Office of Staff Services Rochester Appointment Services Team (RAST). […]
September 4, 2018
Looking for term to describe seniors???
By Neath Folger
This comes to us from an article in the Wall Street Journal via Joanne Rosener (click here for article). Joanne writes “Ever wonder why we cam up with Silver Force to describe emeritus and active staff over 60? We’re not alone in struggling with what term to use. Could have gone with Lucky Ones.”
August 7, 2018
DAHLC Program for Active Older Adults
By Neath Folger
Active Older Adults (AOA) is a 12-week program that is designed for adults 55 years and older. Through balance, strength, and cardiovascular training, this program will instill confidence in your ability to accomplish daily tasks, adopt new ones, and be a true master of widened horizons! Program is limited to 10 participants and will meet twice a week. […]
July 12, 2018
How to Keep a Baby Boomer Buff – Healthy Aging Exploration Series – Rochester
By Bethany Krom
Wednesday, July 18 from 3:30-4:30pm at Charter House Northview 3rd floor Learn how to stay active and fit as you age. You will hear from Dr. Laskowski, Co-director, Mayo Clinic Sports Medicine and Professor, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. No sign up required. Mayo Clinic employees, retirees, volunteers, students, spouses and Charter House residents […]
July 8, 2018
Summer Emeritus Quarterly Newsletter
By Neath Folger
The current edition (now corrected) of the Emeritus Quarterly Newsletter is now available for viewing online at: Summer EQN or https://cdn.prod-carehubs.net/n1/0a4d78b20507d487/uploads/2018/04/EQN-2018-04.pdf
July 3, 2018
Senior Kayaking on the Namekagon – Wednesday, July 25th – MN
By Bethany Krom
Please join Geoffrey Gates, FL Emerita who now lives in Duluth, as he leads a kayaking trip geared to seniors on the Lower Namekagon! Canoeing with a fit volunteer is, also, available for anyone who may not feel comfortable navigating their own kayak. Please see all the information by clicking the link below. https://www.stcroixriverassociation.org/event/seniors/ Geoffrey […]