Benevilla’s 2025 Workshops: Empowering Seniors and Caregivers
Benevilla is proud to provide a series of free educational workshops designed to empower caregivers, families, and older adults in our community with trusted information and practical resources. As a leading nonprofit serving the West Valley, Benevilla offers these workshops to help you navigate senior care, caregiving responsibilities, legal and financial planning, and other essential topics. Our free workshops feature expert speakers and provide helpful tools to promote personal well-being, independence, and peace of mind.
Free respite care during the educational workshops at the Benevilla Education Center is available through any of our Life Enrichment Programs. This free respite care is only available during the time of the workshop and is based on space availability within the programs. If your loved one is already enrolled in a Life Enrichment Program, they will need to use one of their regularly scheduled days. Please visit our Free Respite page for additional details.
To reserve your space for an upcoming workshop, complete the registration form at the bottom of this page, or call Benevilla at 623-584-4999.
Level Up with Lorrie: Healthy Recipe Swaps and Nutrition Pitfalls During the Holidays
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 | 8:30-10:00 AM
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14| 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Location: Benevilla Main Campus: 16752 N Greasewood St., Surprise, AZ 85378
Presenter:
Lorrie Karn, Benefitness
Enjoy the season without the sugar crash. This practical workshop shows you how to lighten favorite dishes with simple swaps (think yogurt for sour cream, herbs and citrus for salt, roasting instead of frying, whole-grain upgrades), plan balanced plates, read labels fast, and navigate parties, potlucks, and buffets. We’ll also flag common pitfalls—mindless grazing, sugary drinks, sodium “bombs,” and over-pouring—and share easy strategies for portions, desserts, cocktails, and leftovers so you can celebrate and feel great.
Holiday Stress: Support, Boundaries, and Self-Care Tips
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20 | 1:00-2:00 PM
Location: Benevilla Education Center: 14601 N Del Webb Blvd, Sun City, AZ 85351
Presenter:
Debbie Gross, Home Instead
The holiday season can bring joy — but also stress and overwhelm. Join Debbie Gross from Home Instead for a thoughtful workshop offering practical tips to manage holiday demands, set healthy boundaries, and find moments of peace. Whether you’re coping with grief, caregiving, or feeling stretched thin, this session provides support and simple strategies to help you navigate the season with greater ease. A Q&A will follow.
Protect Your Treasure – Why a Thorough Estate Plan Safeguards You & Your Loved Ones
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9| 1:30-2:30 PM
Location: Benevilla Main Campus: 16752 N Greasewood St., Surprise, AZ 85378
Presenter:
Caleb Lihn, Lihn Law
Discover how a well-crafted estate plan can protect your assets, honor your wishes, and provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Attorney Caleb Lihn of Lihn Law Group will guide you through the key components of estate planning—including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives—and explain how each piece helps avoid unnecessary costs, delays, and conflicts. Learn how proactive planning ensures your legacy is secure.
ALTCS in a Nutshell: What to Do, What Not to Do, and How to Navigate the Maze.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11 | 9:00 – 10:30 AM
Location: Benevilla Education Center: 14601 N Del Webb Blvd, Sun City, AZ 85351
Presenter:
Lora Johnson, Johnson and Ashworth
Attorney Lora Johnson from Johnson & Ashworth will guide you through Arizona’s Long Term Care System (ALTCS), explaining eligibility requirements, the application process, and common pitfalls to avoid. Learn what to do—and what not to do—to navigate this complex system with confidence and ensure your loved one receives the care they deserve.
Level Up with Lorrie: Releasing Pain & Stress With Mind & Movement
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12 | 8:30-10:00 AM
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12| 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Location: Benevilla Main Campus: 16752 N Greasewood St., Surprise, AZ 85378
Presenter:
Lorrie Karn, Benefitness
Discover how gentle, intentional movement paired with focused breathing can dial down tension and relieve everyday aches. This experiential workshop teaches simple tools—body scanning, posture resets, diaphragmatic breathing, mobility and stretching flows, and easy self-massage—that you can do seated or standing. Learn pacing strategies, when to modify, and how to create a short daily routine that calms the nervous system, eases stiff joints and muscles, and restores energy.
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