Author Archives: EngAGE Editor
EngAGE25 Celebration: Crafting/Creating Community
Residents not only celebrate at holiday gatherings, which make sure that everyone feels included and appreciated, they also enjoy the opportunity to be creative. Crafting is a rewarding way to mark a special occasion with a creation of your own; … Continue reading
EngAGE25 Celebration: Stories from Our Team – Liv Schaffer
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 … Continue reading
EngAGE25 Celebration: Pandemic Food Delivery
When the pandemic hit, EngAGE responded by moving our programming online as much as possible in order to keep our residents connected and active mentally and physically. One vital service that needed to be continued was supplemental food delivery. Our … Continue reading
EngAGE25 Celebration: Stories from Our Team – Pauline McCourt
Thanks to EngAGE Northwest Program Director Pauline for #MakingADifference and sharing this story. Last month, I introduced needle felting to my community’s craft class. While the demonstration and instructions were starting, resident Kristi reluctantly walked in to join the group … Continue reading
EngAGE25 Celebration: Stories from Our Team – Megan Eldridge
Thanks to EngAGE Program Director Megan for #MakingADifference and sharing the story of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations at three of our communities. Megan, the youngest from a big family and a miliary wife and mom, loves to cook for large … Continue reading
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EngAGE25 Celebration: Lifelong Learning – Technology
Through classes, interest groups, and special events, EngAGE participants have opportunities to learn about such topics as financial literacy and scam prevention, health news, music appreciation, and more, all in a supportive environment. One area we think is particularly important … Continue reading
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EngAGE25 Celebration: Stories from Our Team – Michelle Yu
Thanks to EngAGE Program Director Michelle for #MakingADifference and sharing this story. A resident told me that she didn’t like painting. She actually thought it was boring, but she decided to come to class for the friendship time. It wasn’t … Continue reading
