Category Archives: FYI

Encore.org Launches “Generation to Generation”

Congratulations to Marc Freedman and our friends at Encore.org on the launch of their new campaign that brings older and younger people together to make life better for all generations. From the Generation to Generation website: Building on innovative nationwide partnerships, Generation … Continue reading

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Giving Tuesday: Donating Your Time, Your Financial Support, and Your Voice

November 29th, Giving Tuesday, is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media. We hope you’ll choose to give to EngAGE. We transform aging and the way people think about aging by turning affordable senior apartment communities … Continue reading

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Genetic Testing Fraud

One of the latest ways that fraudsters have come up with to target older people is to offer free genetic testing. Scammers approach visitors at local health fairs, even canvas senior housing and community centers looking for targets. Supposedly, all … Continue reading

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Vote Early or Vote by Mail!

There are five weekend early voting locations available in Los Angeles County on October 29th and 30th, and on November 5th and 6th. Click here to find the location closest to you. If you are registered in Orange County, click … Continue reading

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2016 United Nations International Day of Older Persons (UNIDOP)

Friend of EngAGE Ashton Applewhite was one of the distinguished speakers at the UN’s International Day of Older Persons. In her newsletter, Ashton commented: “People were really listening, to the Ambassador from Argentina (Argentina sponsored the event) and to my … Continue reading

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Older Adults Transportation Expo presented by Metro On The Move Riders Club

Want to learn how to take public transportation in Los Angeles? On the Move Riders Club connects you to new friends who can teach you about going Metro. Learn from peers who know the ins and outs of getting around on … Continue reading

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