In our first meeting of spring quarter, we discussed the course logistics and projects for the second quarter of the program. Most of this quarter will be dedicated to working on our individual/group Healthy Aging Projects (HAP). Our group of six is working with Nina from last year’s LCS cohort to expand her project of installing sensory wellness gardens at various senior centers to facilitate seniors’ interaction with green space. We planned to assess the amount and quality of green space in different San Diego neighborhoods to determine areas that would benefit the most from the sensory gardens. As we discussed the design and theme of the garden, we came up with another idea of organizing a multigenerational pop up featuring green space and a garden/architectural design contest. We envision the pop up as an opportunity to bring the community together, enhance people’s interests in local green spaces, and assess community needs for sensory gardens. As the event requires a lot of planning, we do not expect to hold the event this quarter; our professors suggested that we hold the event in October 2018 to attract more participants and visitors. We also received valuable advice from our professors regarding fundraising for the event, publicizing the event, and contacting organizations and people who can help us. The next few weeks will be busy, but I am excited to work with other Life Course Scholars on the HAP.
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June 2018
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