How Estala Found Creative Confidence, Better Health, and Tech Skills with GetSetUp

How Estala Found Creative Confidence, Better Health, and Tech Skills with GetSetUp
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When Estala retired from her long career in human resources, she never imagined she’d become a watercolor artist. But thanks to her Medicare health plan and GetSetUp, she’s now living out a creative dream that was quietly tucked away for years.

“I’d say I’m fulfilling a lifelong dream, but I didn’t think I would,” she shared. “A friend got me back into crafting and creative mode, and once I got on Medicare, my insurance included SilverSneakers. That’s how I found GetSetUp.”

A Wellness Routine That Fits Her Life

Living in Texas and spending most of her time at home, Estala needed something accessible, flexible, and meaningful to fill her days. Through GetSetUp, she found it all: exercise classes, tech tutorials, and a growing library of creative learning opportunities.

“I do a lot, and I’m home a lot,” she explained. “The exercise classes have definitely helped my health and wellness. I’ve done a few different programs to get jump-started, Tai Chi, balance training, and especially the fall prevention classes.”

She especially appreciates how convenient GetSetUp is, offering on-demand options and short sessions she can fit into her day, often with her small dog curled up in her lap.

“GetSetUp is very easy. I like that you can go back and rewatch classes if you miss some of them. My little dog sits in my lap and gets excited and makes noise, so I love that I can rewind and catch what I missed.”

Learning Without Pressure

Estala also uses GetSetUp to brush up on technology skills and build confidence using her iPhone and social media.

“I’ve always had some apprehension about social media. I don’t participate yet, but because of my art, I’d like to. GetSetUp’s tech classes have helped me feel more at ease with social media so that I might get started soon.”

Through introductory tech sessions, she’s found peace of mind and credits some of the instructors’ progressive classes with giving her a structured way to improve her skills.

“With the technology, it’s given me peace of mind on various things, and with the exercise, it’s given me incentive and some different techniques and movements.”

Art, Creativity, and a New Chapter

One of Estala’s proudest accomplishments has been growing as an artist. For the past eight years, she’s been making greeting cards as a way to stay creative and give back. 

“In the last year, I’ve decided to get out and do more with my art,” she said. “Now I’m watercoloring the greeting cards and taking steps to go to my first craft fair next month. Beyond gifting my cards to friends and family, I’ve been donating them to organizations that provide care and kindness to those needing support, but this is something different.”

She finds GetSetUp’s creative offerings thorough and exciting: “I’m always surprised at how complete the class catalog is. It gives you a lot of options.”

She’s also enjoyed learning more about GetSetUp’s digital assistant, Helen.

“I did ask Helen a question. They were thorough and did answer my questions, and that’s unusual for a digital response.”

Designed for Real Life

GetSetUp’s flexibility is a perfect fit for Estala’s schedule.

“I’m not good with regular schedules. That’s why I like GetSetUp. I can pick it up and go forward when it works for me.”

Even beyond the content, Estala appreciates the sense of community. 

“I’ve noticed that some instructors really get to know the learners. There’s something personal about it. It’s not just a one-way conversation.”

For future programming, Estala hopes to see more interactive discussion sessions and in-depth explorations of specific topics, especially in creative classes.

“It would be nice to have more sessions that are two-way conversations and go more in-depth. People have different questions, and sometimes beginners need more support.”

A Platform That Keeps Giving

Estala discovered GetSetUp about 3 years ago and has been using it ever since. Whether she’s painting, stretching, or learning how to use her phone better, she’s found ways to grow, stay active, and feel supported on her own terms.

“This platform is convenient, motivating, and easy to navigate once you get the hang of it,” she said. “GetSetUp has given me tools for wellness, for learning, and for finally putting my art out into the world.”

She may be retired, but Estala’s next chapter is filled with creativity, confidence, and connection.

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