GROVELAND — The Groveland Council on Aging, under the leadership of Director Alyssa Lee, is excited to announce the upcoming “EngAGEment Celebration and Symposium”. This free event is open to all residents and community members. Join the Groveland COA for a day of enriching activities, insightful discussions, and community connection.
WHEN:
Saturday, June 29, from 10:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Pentucket Regional High School, 24 Main St., West Newbury
WHAT:
The Groveland Council on Aging will be hosting the “EngAGEment Celebration and Symposium” to honor the wisdom and joys of aging, while also providing resources and insight to older individuals.
The event will feature a keynote address by renowned author Dr. Katharine Esty, who will share insights from her book “Eightysomethings,” offering perspectives on finding unexpected happiness in aging.
Residents and community members will also have a chance to participate in engaging conversations and interactive workshops centered around various aspects of aging, including community living, caregiver support, understanding Alzheimer’s and dementia, and exercise demos, empowering attendees with practical knowledge and tools for healthy living.
The event is free and lunch will be provided.
During the lunch break, attendees may network with peers and explore a vibrant resource fair featuring organizations including The Alzheimer’s Association, Our Neighbors’ Table, Veasey Park, The Langley-Adams Library, Veterans’ Services, The Groveland Historical Society, and more.
“The EngAGEment Celebration and Symposium” is made possible through the generous support of title sponsor Nichols Village and in part from a grant awarded to the Massachusetts Association of Councils on Aging by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs.
Space is limited, so attendees are encouraged to RSVP to secure their spot for the full day. RSVP’d guests will receive a complimentary lunch and will be eligible for door prizes at the conclusion of the event.
To RSVP click here or call 978-372-1101.
“We’re thrilled to host ‘The EngAGEment Celebration and Symposium,” where older adults and community members can gather, discover, and revel in the diversity of experiences that come with aging,” said Alyssa Lee, Director of the Groveland Council on Aging.
For more information about ‘The EngAGEment Celebration and Symposium’, visit https://www.eventcreate.com/e/engagementgrovelandcoa2024.
About Groveland Council on Aging:
The Groveland Council on Aging’s mission is to advocate for Groveland’s older adults, to identify their needs, to develop and implement services, to meet their health, economic, social, and cultural needs, to encourage maximum independence, and to improve their quality of life.
About Nichols Village:
Nichols Village is a premier retirement community in Groveland, MA, offering independent living options and amenities to support active, fulfilling lifestyles for older adults.
About Massachusetts Councils on Aging (MCOA):
The Massachusetts Councils on Aging (MCOA) advocates for policies and programs that support healthy aging and community-based services for older adults across the state.
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