About Us

Who are we?

EngAGE is a non-profit organization that changes lives by transforming affordable older adult and multigenerational apartment communities into vibrant centers of learning, wellness, and creativity.

What is our mission?

The EngAGE mission is to empower people – intellectually, creatively, and emotionally – to do what they do best for the rest of their lives. Where others see a problem, we see potential. Where loss, decline, or deficit are perceived, we see opportunity and capacity.

How do we achieve our goals?

By delivering life-enhancing, tailored programming in well-being, the arts, lifelong learning, and intergenerational opportunities, older adults are enabled to use their acquired skills in real-world ways to gain enrichment and mastery. Through our programs, participants experience the empowerment of intellectual and creative engagement, and improve their health at the same time. We have chosen housing as our platform to deliver programs that fully engage residents and provide them with dynamic intellectual and creative challenges as well as a healthy sense of self-fulfillment, value, and community, all at no cost to the participants.

Additionally, EngAGE produced a monthly “Experience Talks” ZoomCast in 2020/21 in which we shine a light on the value of experience in society and work to change the way people think about aging. The ZoomCast, which is archived on our YouTube channel, continues the spirit of our former weekly half-hour public radio show which aired on KPFK 90.7 FM in Los Angeles and other Pacifica Network stations for 15 years. “The Best of Experience Talks Radio Shows” are also archived on YouTube.

Learn more on our website: www.engageforlife.org

Blog Administrator: Cynthia Friedlob

6 Responses to About Us

  1. I am so happy to find your site. We share a passion for re-framing aging and helping people live with vitality and purpose for their full lifespan. I am a board member of the International Council on Active Aging who will be launching a Re-Framing Aging campaign on March 9th. I would love an opportunity to chat with you. Please contact me. Kind Regards, Kay

  2. Dana Arena says:

    Still Cycling at 103

    Hello

    I thought you’d be interested to read and share with your readers an
    inspirational Guideposts story about Octavio Orduño, the oldest
    cyclist in the nation.
    At 103 Orduño is a perfect model for healthy, active living.

    http://www.guideposts.org/blogs/generation-inspiration/inspirational-senior-keeps-fit-riding-his-tricycle

    When asked about his cycling Orduño says,
    “It keeps me going, and it’s better than sitting in the den all day
    watching cars go by.”

    Hope you’ll enjoy the article and that you’ll share the link with your readers.

    Thanks!
    Dana Arena (on behalf of Guideposts)

  3. admin says:

    Thanks for the link, Dana! Mr. Orduño deserves mention in a post. ~ Cynthia

  4. Edith Lee-Payne says:

    Hello,

    I want to express my deepest appreciation to you for sharing my story about being at the August 28, 1963 March on Washington and adding the link from the National Archives and Records Administration.
    While searching for a story I happened upon your blog. Needless to say I am elated and honored that you chose to share my story with your audience …twice!!
    God Bless you!💗

    • admin says:

      We are delighted that you saw our posts and sent your kind comment! Thank you for being part of that historic moment, for sharing your important story, and for keeping the dream alive.

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