It's NEVER too late to learn! Life is one long challenge. It is through the challenges of life that we learn - and it is never too late to learn. Indeed now could be the perfect opportunity to take the plunge and try something new and age shouldn’t be a barrier. Up and down the country, older people like you are discovering their talent for learning and doing, and are having fun! "With retirement I had the chance at last to develop my own interests in art and craft" Pauline Burke, aged 74 "I set out to instigate a network for people over 60 to provide links and support to each other. Through this challenge, I have re-skilled, revitalised and re-learnt many things. I feel useful again" Shirley Ellis, aged 62 Some may think that the older you get, the less able you become, but today’s older people are working hard at proving them WRONG! Contents The benefits of learning Overcoming obstacles A range of opportunities Finding information on learning opportunities Printed version

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