Exercising your mind as well as your body is important. The old saying that it's never too late to learn is true, many people in their 50s - 80s take courses and gain degrees.
- Learning will help keep you mentally active.
- Choose a course to suit your interests, budget and skills.
- Learn at home, college or a community centre.
- Classes give you the opportunity to make new friends.
Choosing what to do
There are many activities and courses available, you just need to decide what you would like to do.
Greenwich Community College run a number of general interest programmes as well as courses leading to a qualification. Some courses are targetted at over 50s.
Greenwich Learns has a database of general interest and qualification courses across the borough.
You can find out more about adult learning in our education and learning section.
Use your local library
Libraries in the borough can offer you a range of books, talking books, videos and DVDs. Many in community languages. There is also a home library service if you can't get out because of an illness or disability.
Find out more.