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“Unboxed” LGBTQ Intergenerational Online Digital Storytelling Project
Articles and Blog Posts
This program announcement describes “Unboxed,” the Denver Public Library’s LGBTQ Intergenerational Online Digital Storytelling Project. Held during 2020-2021, during the pandemic, “Unboxed” brought together older adults identifying at LGBTQ+ with teen-agers who also identified as …
A National Survey of Adults 45 and Older: Loneliness and Social Connections
Reports
In 2018 AARP commissioned “A National Survey of Adults 45 and Older: Loneliness and Social Connections.” Among the findings was a startling statistic: 1/3 of US adults ages 45 and over feel lonely. Other facts, …
Celebrating Intergenerational Diversity
Reports
An evaluation of three projects working with younger and older Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people This article discusses and evaluates three programs carried out in 2011 by Age UK that aimed “to promote solidarity …
Creative Aging Programming for Older LGBTQIA+ Adults: Opportunities for Cultural Institutions
Creative Aging Resource Journals
In this issue of The Creative Aging Resource from Lifetime Arts, Diantha Dow Schull (Curator for Lifetime Arts), interviews two innovative programmers; Amy DelPo, Older Adult Specialist at the Denver Public Library and Harrison Orr, …
Creative Aging Programs Foster Friendships & Creative Liberty for LGBTQIA+ Community in Utah
Articles and Blog Posts
From the Article: Learn more about two innovative programs implemented via a partnership between the Utah Museum of Fine Arts and Utah Pride Center and explore more creative aging programs and resources that support the needs and interests of …
Embrace Aging!
Articles and Blog Posts
Denver Public Library offers multiple services and programs for older adults, ranging from financial planning assistance and mindfulness programs to special programs for LGBTQ+ Older Adults. The “Embrace Aging!” blog is curated by Amy DelPo, …
In-person, Virtual, Onsite, Offsite, and Blended: Making Responsive Programs Happen for Older Adults
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From Article: One of the many lessons we learned from the pandemic is that remote/virtual programming is a viable (and likely ongoing) method for program delivery. Whether offered onsite or remotely, all successful creative aging …
Innovative “School of Drag” Event Mixes Generations and Gender Performance
Articles and Blog Posts
In May 2019, gender performers of all ages wowed local audiences at the culminating event for “School of Drag,” an innovative arts workshop series held at the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) in Tucson, AZ. …
Innovative, Modern, and Responsive Intergenerational Programming Enhances Creative Aging Strategies
Creative Aging Resource Journals
In this issue of The Creative Aging Resource Newsletter by Lifetime Arts, Diantha Dow Schull (Curator for Lifetime Arts) researches and discusses how intergenerational artmaking is emerging as a sub-field of creative aging. She provides …
Maintaining Dignity: A Survey of LGBT Adults Age 45 and Older
Articles and Blog Posts
From the Article: Three out of four adults age 45 and older who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender say they are concerned about having enough support from family and friends as they age. Many …