Introduction to Creative Aging: Myths of Aging and the Power of the Arts - Arizona Commission on the Arts

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When:

January 15, 2016 @ 8:30 am – 11:30 am

2016-01-15T08:30:00-07:00

2016-01-15T11:30:00-07:00

Where:

Phoenix Art Museum, Singer Hall
1625 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85004
USA

Cost:

Free

Contact:

Harper Piver

(602) 771-6523

Agency Arts Learning AZ Creative Aging Events Workshops

Introduction to Creative Aging: Myths of Aging and the Power of the Arts

Join us to learn about the myths of aging and how arts engagement benefits older adults.

Jorge Merced, Associate Artistic Director of Pregones Theater, will provide a keynote on Creative Aging and an interactive exploration of the different approaches used across the continuum of care.
Dr. Walter Nieri, Director of The Center for Health Aging at Banner Sun Health Research Institute, will share current research on healthy aging and the factors that contribute to quality of life.

Who should attend? Anyone interested in the vital relationship between the arts and quality of life for older adults, including aging or healthcare service organization staff, teaching artists, and arts organization staff.

This event is free, but registration is required. Registration closes Tuesday, January 12, 2016.

This AZ Creative Aging event is presented at no cost to attendees thanks to the generous support of Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust.

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