EP #22: Community, Care, And Senior Joy

About this episode

This episode discusses how partnerships with community centers can enhance the lives of older adults through various activities and support services.

If you think aging has to mean slowing down and staying home, this conversation will change your mind. We sit down with the team from Sunrise Senior Center and share how a thriving partnership with Comfort Keepers keeps older adults moving, laughing, learning, and—most importantly—connected. From $5 scratch-made lunches to Zumba, aqua fitness, and grief support, you’ll hear how a city-run center builds a full, affordable pathway to social connection and better health. We walk through the rea...

People in this episode

Host: Kristi Gurule

Topics covered

• aging
• senior care
• community engagement
• health and wellness
• social connection

Keywords

• aging
• senior joy
• community care
• Zumba
• aqua fitness
• grief support
• social connection

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sunrise Senior Center, Comfort Keepers

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