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Leisure Engagement in Older Age is Related to Objective and Subjective Experiences of Aging
Abstract: Leisure engagement has potential to slow health and functional decline in older age. However, the benefits of different leisure domains for different aspects of aging remains unclear. In 8771 older adults from the Health …
Engagement in Leisure Activities and Depression in Older Adults in the United States: Longitudinal Evidence From the Health and Retirement Study
Background Receptive cultural engagement (e.g. attending theaters and museums) can reduce depression in older adults. However, whether specific participatory leisure activities are associated with lower rates of depression remains unknown. We aimed to test whether …
Adapting your Creative Aging Program for Remote Settings in 10 Steps
This guide offers key recommendations from Lifetime Arts to help teaching artists and organizations design and deliver remote Creative Aging programs for older adults. While most remote programs are conducted online via video conferencing, some …
Lifetime Arts Resource: Universal Design & Accessibility in Creative Aging Programs
This guide from Lifetime Arts shares practical tips to make creative aging programs welcoming for all—regardless of age, ability, or background. It covers accessible spaces, adaptive materials, inclusive communication, and class structures that foster comfort …
What Does Creative Aging Look Like?
In this issue of The Creative Aging Resource Journal, writer and arts educator, Samantha Oleschuk, breaks down the many ways that creative aging is practiced across various fields, delivery formats, ages, and health conditions. Creative aging …
When the Prescription Is for a Dance Class, Not a Pill
Prescriptions for social activities, exercise and the arts — first popularized in Britain — are coming to America. But some experts say the U.S. health care system may get in the way.
Kean University Orchestra: Free For the Community
The Kean University Orchestra offers a unique and inclusive opportunity for community members to make music together. Our musicians range in age from high school students to individuals in their 80s, creating a rich and …
The Ways Our Bodies Age
Knowledge of normal aging written in easy to understand, non-medical language is difficult for the average person to obtain. This book is written for non-medical folks, with interesting stories (HIPPA compliant) about expected bodily changes …
Standish Village Resident Rekindles Love of Performing
This article is a feature on Nancy Doran, a resident at Standish Village who tends to self-isolate. Nancy is a lifelong pianist and loves performing, and soon brought the idea to perform in front of …
Reflections Program at Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University
For individuals living with Alzheimer’s and their care partners, it can be challenging to find inclusive, understanding environments that support joy, connection, and learning. This video highlights Reflections, a program offered through a partnership between …