Thanks to EngAGE Intergenerational Program Director Liv for #MakingADifference and sharing several lovely resident testimonials.
In Northern California, EngAGE provides a variety of art programming for residents in the communities we serve. Classes culminate with projects such as a beautifully printed calendar as well as art shows in the Community Rooms or in other venues. including San Francisco City Hall. There, Art With Elders, our Programming Partner organization, curated a selection of work from all of the communities where they teach. EngAGE community residents Rita, Helen, and Jackie were delighted to have their work included. Six residents took a field trip to see the show, with lunch and transportation provided by EngAGE. Pictured below are Liv and the group gathered at City Hall’s main stairs and in front of their art in the show last summer.
Please scroll down to read some of the testimonials Liv collected from residents who participate in all of our art programming.
Resident Testimonials
First off, I think the art class with Virginia is very rewarding. Under her instruction we’ve been awarded the chance to explore our creativeness. Even though I am a part of the class I had no work shown in the exhibit. It was inspiring seeing the work of my fellow residents as well as other communities on display. It was awesome and I saw the sense of accomplishment in everyone. — Thoette
I enjoyed all of the art that is still in our community room. I also enjoyed the calendar for 2023, especially since one of my pieces made January. I also enjoyed our visit to San Francisco where some of our art was on display at the court house I hope EngAGE will continue with the programs in our community. — Helen
I never been involved with the art exhibit before. I thought it was very thoughtful of them to do it for us. It was great. I really enjoyed it but most of all I enjoyed all the people and the artists explaining each picture to the people that attend. It was really great, loved it. — Rita
I have enjoyed the opportunity to participate in the EngAGE art program. Virginia is so great at teaching us about color and variances, lines and shapes, and shading and contrasts. She has encouraged me to engage (no pun intended ) with putting pen, pencil, brush, and/or ink to paper, and that there are no mistakes in art and there’s no need to fear the canvas or the paper. Being able to go see the exhibit in San Francisco and seeing artwork of people who live in my community was an honorable experience. I’m so grateful that our community received such a wonderful, (here I go again) engaging opportunity. I look forward to attending our sessions each week anticipating what our next art project will be. I look forward to seeing my friends and their creations as well as seeing their joy and accomplishments. I sincerely hope this EngAGE program continues to receive more grants so the Art class continues. — Sheila
