Category Archives: Metro Compton
Gerontology Intern EngAGEs with Our Residents
For the past semester, EngAGE has enjoyed the enthusiasm and expertise of graduate student Shuqing (“Elaine”) Zhang, who is majoring in gerontology and participating in the USC Graduate School of Gerontology Internship program. She has been working virtually and in … Continue reading
EngAGE Community Residents Send Holiday Cards to Troops
Regional Program Director Sandra Vargas shared the results of the wonderful creative holiday project by residents at Bella Vita Senior Apartments in Carson, CA, and The Metro@Compton Senior Apartments in Compton, CA. They made special holiday greeting cards that brought … Continue reading
News from Metro Compton: Food Forward, Gardening, & Tech Assistance
Residents at The Metro at Compton Senior Apartments are grateful for the monthly Food Forward program. Food Forward staff and volunteers rescue over 375,000 pounds of surplus produce each week from fruit trees, farmers markets and the Los Angeles Wholesale Produce Market. … Continue reading
News from Metro Compton: Fitness, Gardening, Tech, and Birthdays
Residents at The Metro at Compton Senior Apartments in Compton, CA, stay active and engaged inside and outside! This month the Fitness Class worked on dumbbell exercises, punching/kicking techniques, ball movement, and stationary chair exercises. The Garden Club meets once … Continue reading