Sunday, September 8 is National Grandparents Day—not only a time to celebrate, but a time to reflect on the importance of having grandparents. The common thought around grandparents? They are put on Earth to spoil their grandkids. However, the role of a grandparent can be so much more meaningful that providing birthday gifts and the […]
Continue ReadingCarolers young and old will gather Saturday, December 1st for one of Institute on Aging’s most beloved events, the 34th Annual Cable Car Caroling. This multicultural songfest brings holiday cheer to isolated older adults and adults living with disabilities at assisted living centers, skilled nursing facilities and individual homes across San Francisco. More than 500 […]
Continue ReadingIt’s summer in San Francisco. And while it isn’t quite as warm here as it is in other areas, it still means getting outside, taking in the air, getting down to the water, and spending time exploring the neighborhoods and the artistic and cultural energy that makes this city great. For a lot of people, […]
Continue ReadingThe diversity of the Richmond District is a huge part of what makes it special, but our differences are also what can separate us if we don’t look for the similarities beyond. By tapping into our similarities and opportunities to improve our community, we can all live better, more supported and integrated lives. At Institute […]
Continue ReadingThe experience of aging can be, all at once, fresh and exhilarating but also unsettling as our roles and abilities change and our perceptions of ourselves have to adapt to this transition. The best way to support this natural evolution for all of us is to keep having open and illuminating conversations together. That’s why […]
Continue ReadingTo watch movies, or TV, or even just glance at commercials, or really interact in any way at all with pop culture, you’d think Valentine’s Day was just a celebration of new, young love. Cupid shoots an arrow, and—bam! True love, as fresh as the melting spring. And while we here at IOA are certainly […]
Continue ReadingSo many restaurants, so little time. That is how many San Francisco foodies feel about the city’s top-notch culinary scene. So it makes total sense that people jump at the chance to try a new restaurant or even pay a visit to an old favorite—especially when the proceeds from their meal go towards a good […]
Continue ReadingWhen people step up and start talking, listening, and paying attention to the challenges that are easier to ignore, real change is already happening. The more hands and minds that get involved, the more we can do. Join us for AiA 2018, the Aging in America Conference, taking place at Hilton San Francisco Union Square […]
Continue ReadingHolidays were the hardest for her. At 87 years old, Elma, who lived independently in her own small apartment in San Francisco, spent most of her days alone—even Christmas day. When she was younger, Christmas was her favorite time of year, and her happiest memories were of huddling around the tree with her two boys […]
Continue ReadingFor the whole month of October, San Francisco’s City Hall will be washed in purple lights. Many people will wonder why. Our hope is that by the end of the month, everyone will know why and feel the resulting unity throughout the city and the nation. Every day throughout the world, individuals perceived to be […]
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