Tag Archives: Intergenerational

EngAGED Summer of 2025

As Summer Comes to a Close, we reflect on some of EngAGE communities’ fun-filled programs offering creativity & connection! Residents took part in gardening, fitness classes, tournaments, art shows, hands-on workshops, field trips, ice cream socials, and intergenerational events—bringing vibrancy and joyfulness … Continue reading

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“Ready for Kinder” Workshop Series Empowers Salem, Oregon Families for a Strong Start

At Mahonia Crossing community located in Salem, Oregon, the path to kindergarten just became a little brighter, thanks to a powerful three-part event series called “Ready for Kinder.” Hosted by Engage NW, in partnership with the Salem Keizer School District, and Salem for Refugees, this initiative brought … Continue reading

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Looking Back, Looking Forward

Thank you for celebrating our 25th Anniversary with us! In addition to our Funding Partners, Management Partners, Program Partners, and Board of Directors, we want to acknowledge the EngAGE team of Regional Program Directors, Program Directors, and administrative staff who … Continue reading

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Programming Highlights: Autumn 2024

Our Program Directors collaborate with a variety of partners to bring valuable programs to our residents. From services to presentations to workshops, residents get resources, gain knowledge, and enjoy unique performances that help build strong, thriving communities. We invariably get … Continue reading

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EngAGE25 Celebration: A Tribute to Founder Tim Carpenter

We’d like to pay tribute to Tim Carpenter, our retired CEO, who founded EngAGE in 1999 and helped it grow to become a leading model for creative aging and resident services in affordable housing. EngAGE began as More Than Shelter … Continue reading

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EngAGE25 Celebration: ACE/121

Our most recent arts colony, ACE/121, located in Glendale, CA, broke ground in 2015. It was designed for families of working artists and built in conjunction with a $5.5-million YMCA of Glendale makeover. The LEED Silver-certified colony celebrated its official opening … Continue reading

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EngAGE25 Celebration: “Moves & Grooves”

How does EngAGE change aging? Here’s an example: our Arts & Creativity program goes beyond providing classes and exhibition opportunities in the visual arts; it also includes music and dance. In 2018, EngAGE brought a dance/drumming workshop to Long Beach … Continue reading

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