Category Archives: Tavarua

News from Tavarua: Fitness Classes

Some very committed residents of Tavarua Senior Apartments in Carlsbad, CA, are enjoying fitness classes offered every week.  Fitness instructor Danyll Monroe provides creative programming, with special attention paid to flexibility, strength, and balance. All levels are welcome to this … Continue reading

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News from Tavarua: Senior Food Program

The Jacobs and Cushman San Diego Food Bank and EngAGE are working together to bring a wonderful food source to Tavarua Senior Apartments in Carlsbad, CA: The Senior Food Program is a federal program that provides monthly supplemental food packages … Continue reading

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News from Tavarua: Hand-Crafting Coasters

Residents at Tavarua Senior Apartments in Carlsbad, CA, enjoyed a rainy afternoon making scenic coasters for the community lounge and their own apartments. They used Mod Podge to seal beautiful photos on travertine tile. They enjoyed gathering scenic photos of … Continue reading

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News from Tavarua: Computer Class

Residents in the Computer Class at Tavarua Senior Apartments in Carlsbad, CA, started 2017 with subscribing to the EngAGE Blog. They love to be able to find out what new things are happening with EngAGE. They feel a sense of unity … Continue reading

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News from Tavarua: “EngAGE with Creativity” Art Class

The residents of Tavarua Senior Apartments in Carlsbad, CA, started the New Year attending their “EngAGE with Creativity” class. They were inspired by artist Linda Luisi. The outcome continues to motivate others to expand, explore, and learn through creativity and … Continue reading

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News from Tavarua: Thanksgiving Centerpieces

Last month, residents of Tavarua Senior Apartments in Carlsbad, CA, gathered to plan their Thanksgiving meal and create their centerpieces.  On November 22nd, they enjoyed the Resident Potluck. EngAGE Program Assistant Tracy Freeburg brought a delicious turkey to add their … Continue reading

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News from Tavarua: Intergenerational Fun

Residents enjoyed a wonderful afternoon reading with some of their grandchildren and visiting neighborhood elementary school children, making flower pots, getting temporary tattos, doing a tissue paper craft, and making cookies. The kids told funny stories and made the residents smile. … Continue reading

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