November 13 - November 20
Inspiring Opportunities is an e-mail from Coming of Age for people 50+ who are making a difference in the world, in their communities and in their lives. Our newest blog post, "Team Spirit," follows our young VISTA's recent trip to Germantown to learn about the Make a Big Difference Team at Center in the Park. Read about it!
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What's NewComing SoonInfo4OrgsHave We Got an Opportunity for You!Past Issues What's New If you can't imagine ever living in senior housing or abandoning your community, perhaps a conversation with like-minded friends might be a good first step. Co-housing or shared housing is an option that has some very attractive perks -- companionship with people you enjoy, lower expenses, and shared responsibilities. In the arrangement described in this article, the women sharing the house half-jest that a home health care aide could live in the extra basement room. A diet where fatty and sugary foods are fine, as long as you count calories and eat in moderation..."Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus!" Dr. Mark Haub, a Kansas State University nutrition professor believes that moderation is the key to weight loss, not the specific foods you eat; to prove his theory, Haub lost 30 pounds in eight weeks eating whatever his sweet tooth desired. And also managed to lower his cholesterol level and body mass index. But, before trashing the fruits and vegetables, check out this CBS Healthwatch article.
Family caregivers are the primary source of support for individuals of all ages with physical, mental, and chronic health conditions; and not surprisingly, 7 out of 10 caregivers are caring for loved ones over 50 years old. For ten years, the National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) has provided much-needed services.To recognize NFCSP’s decade of achievement, the U.S. Administration on Aging is collaborating with national caregiver organizations to sponsor a year of celebration. To learn about how you can take part, click here.
Coming Soon On Seniors’ Storytelling Day at the Free Library of Philadelphia, 1901 Vine Street, on November 14th at 2 p.m., be ready to smile, laugh and even cry as our city’s seniors take the stage to read stories that they have written, and answer questions from the audience. These performers are members of The Best Day of My Life (So Far) multimedia storytelling project at the Philadelphia Senior Center that connects older adults with younger generations. FREE. For more information, call (215) 567-4341. The seemingly simple act of eating was not so simple in the 18th century. To help understand the technicalities of historic food preparation and dining, Kimberly Costa, an expert in women's history and food ways, presents "A Taste of History: Dining in the 18th Century" at the Rosenbach Museum, on November 18th, 6 - 8 p.m. Guests will have the opportunity to sample historically accurate sweetmeats and will receive period recipes to try in their own kitchens. To reserve a space, click here or call (215) 732-1600 ext. 123. $10; free for Rosenbach members.
Join the Philadelphia Corporation of Aging and StoryCorps in celebrating the third annual “National Day of Listening” on Friday, November 26th. On the day after Thanksgiving, Americans will set aside an hour to interview a friend, a loved one, or someone in their community about his or her life. PCA will be recording interviews with local older adults and posting them on the StoryCorps website. Any individual or organization can participate in the National Day of Listening. To learn how, click here.
Info4Orgs For those who haven't yet read Philadelphia Social Innovations Journal, (PSIJ), we encourage you to take a look at this publication that focuses on the accomplishments of local leaders and social entrepreneurs who set the standard for regional nonprofit organizations and policymakers and provides an opportunity for leaders and agencies to publish their innovations and share best practices. Recently, Bob Groves, Director of Service Coordination and Grants at the Philadelphia Senior Center, wrote a blog post about Coming of Age We appreciate his comments... and this forum for thoughtful conversation and learning.
How do people feel about contributing to nonprofits? A recent Harris Poll of more than 2,500 adults surveyed nationally online in mid-September reported that Americans have changed their behaviors toward donating their time or money as a result of the economy, but that substantial numbers still indicate a willingness to make contributions, albeit smaller ones and to fewer organizations. In terms of personal involvement in their communities and social causes, a significant minority are willing to be actively involved. To learn more, click here.
Have We Got an Opportunity for You! Second Circle Improv Players is looking for talented volunteers with administrative, marketing and acting abilities. This diverse, intergenerational ensemble uses interactive theater techniques and role play to help audiences address social, organizational, and other important issues in a powerful and engaging way. The programs are customized for the audience. To learn more about this offshoot of Full Circle Theater, a program of Temple's Intergenerational Center, and to volunteer, click here or call (215) 779-1943.
BuildaBridge, a nonprofit arts education and intervention organization that uses the power of the arts to bring hope and healing to children, families and communities, has an opening for a Director of their Artology program in Philadelphia. Artology is an art and science summer camp that provides a rigorous interdisciplinary curriculum and utilizes Philadelphia’s park system as a vibrant interactive classroom. The camp serves low income students from BuildaBridge’s partner sites in North, West, and North West Philadelphia. To learn more about the program and the position,
Continue Reading The Franklin Institute has an opening for a Manager of Scholar Programs, a full-time position that requires oversight of all aspects of the Institute's mentorship and gateway programs. These programs were developed to support a pipeline for middle and high school students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). A Bachelor's degree in science or education field is required. To learn more, click here.
United Communities in Southeast Philadelphia has an immediate opening for an experienced Housing Counselor. The position is part-time, approximately 19 hours per week, and offers a flexible work schedule. Responsibilities include providing counseling workshops and assistance to people wanting to purchase homes and present homeowners, including outreach to potential foreclosure homeowners and first time buyers. Bachelor's degree in human services and business or at least two years in real estate, lending or related areas required. Bi-lingual (Spanish speaking) preferred. To apply, send cover letter and resume to jobs@ucsep.org or fax (HR Dept.) at (215) 468-5573.
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Coming of Age Radio Portraits, produced by WHYY, feature age 50+ Philadelphia-area people who have made exciting life transitions. Click here to see and hear their wonderful stories and to submit your story!
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