Tag Archives: creative aging

A Cure for Senior Loneliness Is Within Our Reach

Posted on January 9, 2017 by EngAGE

Next Avenue invited all of the 2016 Influencers in Aging to write essays about the one thing they would like to change about aging in America. This is EngAGE Founder and Executive Director Tim Carpenter’s essay: A Cure for Senior Loneliness Is Within … Continue reading →

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News from Portofino, Casa Bonita, San Antonio Gardens, and Metro Chinatown: Thanksgiving and Harvest Celebrations

Posted on January 8, 2017 by EngAGE

Before we get too far away from the November celebrations: At Portofino in Pomona, residents enjoyed celebrating their Thanksgiving holiday with a community potluck, dancing and fun. Participation was at an all time high in November with 65 attendees. There is a lot … Continue reading →

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Profiles: New Orleans Musician Dr. John

Posted on January 7, 2017 by EngAGE

“Profiles” is an EngAGE Blog category devoted to occasional posts about older people who have made a significant creative impact in our world. Today’s subject: DR. JOHN. “New Orleans Legend Dr. John Looks Back on 60 Years in Music, From … Continue reading →

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News from Cascadian Terrace: Friendly House Community Services Responds to Shooting

Posted on January 6, 2017 by EngAGE

From EngAGE Founder and Executive Director Tim Carpenter: We are proud partners with Friendly House in Portland, OR, and I think you’ll understand why when you read this piece by Mya Chamberlin about a worst-case scenario happening that will turn … Continue reading →

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Experience Talks 1/8: Ian Bryce

Posted on January 5, 2017 by EngAGE

Tune in to Experience Talks, our weekly “Radio Magazine for the Experienced Listener,” on Sundays at 5:00 PM PT 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 … Continue reading →

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News from Metro Compton: Computers

Posted on January 4, 2017 by EngAGE

Residents at Metro Compton Senior Apartments learned how to transfer files from their computers to flash drives. One more technological challenge conquered! ~ Sandra Vargas, Regional Program Director  

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News from the Jasmine: Holiday Comedy

Posted on January 3, 2017 by EngAGE

At the Jasmine at Founders Village in Fountain Valley, CA, the Jasmine Comedy Group, led by Jo McLaughlin, did a phenomenal job performing holiday carols and hilarious skits for about 50 residents at the holiday party in December. ~ Meloney … Continue reading →

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