Adults of all ages will benefit from regular mental and physical exercise.  This is especially true for adults who may need a caregiver to assist in their daily activities. The San Mateo Adult School is addressing these needs by identifying many of its classes as Companion Courses.

Companion Courses include classes featuring age-appropriate exercise, creative arts, and music appreciation. Such classes have been shown to improve alertness, promote engagement, and stimulate communication among student participants.

When a student and companion enroll in one of our Companion Classes, the companion does not pay. And since the companion is required to stay with the student during the class, we encourage them to participate right alongside, making it a more meaningful experience for both of them.

You will find Companion Courses throughout our 50PLUS section. If you have further inquiries feel free to contact Jeri McGovern, Program Coordinator at jmcgovern@smace.org or 650-558-2127.