Resources
Centering Anti-Ableism in Creative Aging Programs
Discussion of how creative aging programs in community arts education have the opportunity to work at the intersection of anti-ageism and anti-ableism.
Inclusive Arts Vermont Resources
Inclusive Arts Vermont have put together a comprehensive resource list on how best to engage people of all abilities in the arts, including a list of resources specifically for teaching artists.
What Do the 7 Principles of Universal Design Look Like in the Art Room?
Lindsey McGinnis shares how universal design principles support inclusion and accessibility in art programs. Much of this is applicable to creative aging programs so this can be a helpful resource for teaching artists.
New Initiative Catalyzes State-Level Partnerships to Advance Creative Aging in Western States
Cross-sector, state-level partnerships are key to sustaining and ensuring access to creative aging programming, especially for older adults in rural communities. Research shows that these arts education programs contribute significantly to healthy aging and increased …
Creative Aging: Why Arts Educators Need to Engage Older Learners Now
This article was published on CourseStorm, a platform which provides accessible, online education registration and management support for organizations that offer classes and programs to the public — many of which focus on arts education. …
Can America Age Gracefully?
From the article: “America may still think of itself as a young nation, but as a society, it is growing old. Thanks to falling birthrates, longer life expectancy and the graying of the baby boomer …
Drawing Connection: Art Class Unites Formerly Unhoused Men with Case Managers
As part of the Vitality Arts Project for Art Museums Initiative, the Minneapolis Institute of Art (MIA) and Catholic Charities Twin Cities Higher Ground campus collaborated on a six-week drawing program this summer for older …
Int’l Creative Aging Summit Resource Guide
This comprehensive resource guide is compiled of nearly a hundred documents, research reports, video links, and case stories shared by presenters and participants during the 2023 International Creative Aging Summit, held virtually on June 6 …
Social Prescribing for the Arts: A Promising Framework for Arts & Health Collaboration in the U.S. & Beyond
In this issue, we explore the emerging research and practices of social prescribing for the arts (SPA) and discuss the future of SPA efforts as a vital component of arts and health services in the …
Creative Aging Programs Foster Friendships & Creative Liberty for LGBTQIA+ Community in Utah
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 …