Today was the first class at school after numerous visitations to elderly communities in San Diego. We finally collaborated in our book groups. I am part of the Selling of the Youth group. The novel explains the fad of using unnatural hormones to attain a youthful quality of life while preventing anti-aging characteristics. Physicians are culprits as well; by encouraging elders to partake in hormone therapy for estrogen, testosterone, and growth hormone, they leave out negative side effects such as cancer, loss of hair, and depression.
Furthermore, we discussed neighborhood friendly aging projects (NAPs). Sallie, Leslye, Nina, Wayne, and I will be studying Little Italy. We will be searching for accessibility issues, transportation options, amenities, and housing availabilities for elder individuals in San Diego. We are planning our visit on Saturday February 16th and possibly meet elders at the famous Little Italy's Farmer's Market!
Finally, we divided the class into two groups to plan a party for two vastly different elderly communities: the Casa de Manana, which caters to individuals of a higher socioeconomic status, and the Gary and Mary West Senior center, which serves a San Diego population on the brink of poverty. I was assigned to the group planning party for the Gary and Mary West Senior Center. We decided on a Carnival theme, music reflecting the tastes of the past, carnival games such as bean bag throw, archery, and ring toss, and carnival food including churros, pizza, and nachos. Although we will have to fundraise, I know this party will be a blast!
Furthermore, we discussed neighborhood friendly aging projects (NAPs). Sallie, Leslye, Nina, Wayne, and I will be studying Little Italy. We will be searching for accessibility issues, transportation options, amenities, and housing availabilities for elder individuals in San Diego. We are planning our visit on Saturday February 16th and possibly meet elders at the famous Little Italy's Farmer's Market!
Finally, we divided the class into two groups to plan a party for two vastly different elderly communities: the Casa de Manana, which caters to individuals of a higher socioeconomic status, and the Gary and Mary West Senior center, which serves a San Diego population on the brink of poverty. I was assigned to the group planning party for the Gary and Mary West Senior Center. We decided on a Carnival theme, music reflecting the tastes of the past, carnival games such as bean bag throw, archery, and ring toss, and carnival food including churros, pizza, and nachos. Although we will have to fundraise, I know this party will be a blast!