Author Archives: EngAGE
Jerry Reid Goes to College at 68
We posted a few days ago about the opportunity to audit college classes, but there’s always the possibility of a more traditional arrangement. Jerry Reid, 68, “filled a void in his life by heading back to school to get a college degree after … Continue reading
Worth Repeating: More Housing Options for Seniors
“Worth Repeating” is a weekly feature on the EngAGE Blog that will bring you previous posts that we think are still timely, interesting, or just plain fun! From 3/26/12: EngAGE is always interested to see how communities outside of the … Continue reading
Mad Men Illustrator Is An Original
Are you a fan of “Mad Men?” Do you enjoy how the show captures the look of the period? Read on! “As the show prepared for its new season, which begins April 7, its creator, Matthew Weiner, inspired by … Continue reading
Experience Talks 3/23: Charles Owens
Tune in to Experience Talks, our “Radio Magazine for the Experienced Listener.” Saturdays 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time on KPFK 90.7 FM Los Angeles, 98.7 FM Santa Barbara, 99.5 China Lake, 93.7 N. San Diego, streaming live online and now syndicated … Continue reading
Older Students Are Welcome to Audit College Courses
“Public institutions often have lifelong learning programs. In Florida, for instance, residents 60 and over can audit classes free at state universities through the Senior Citizen Tuition Fee Waiver Program. New York enacted similar legislation in 1974, and perennial bills … Continue reading
Alive and Kicking: A Series from Residents at the Motion Picture & Television Fund Retirement Community
“What happens when a prolific TV writer and a successful music arranger, manager and agent both from Hollywood’s Golden Age, find themselves as neighbors in a retirement community? They write a musical of course!” Tony Lawrence and Larry Kelem (“a … Continue reading
Using a Placement Service to Find Senior Housing
If you’ve considered using a placement service to help find a senior residence, it’s important to understand how they work. The following article, which focuses on Florida, offers some cautionary advice that applies to these types of services no matter where they’re located. … Continue reading
