Do you remember the time when it was assumed that when someone retired, they folded up their tent and faded away? Fortunately, that view of aging is definitely “old school,” as the common saying goes.

 

Instead, women and men are viewing the last phase of life as a time of new opportunities, a time to pursue interests they couldn’t consider when they were immersed in family responsibilities or consumed by career demands. Their pursuits are evident everywhere. Some older adults are producing beautiful art, others are writing memoirs, many are volunteering to help others,and a vast number are contributing to their communities in innumerable ways. Collectively, they are making a substantial difference in the quality of life in our communities and our country.

 

It is not surprising, therefore, that organizations across the country are celebrating May as “Older Adults Month.” Carquinez Village is joining in the celebration as well. We are proud to honor our older adult members by inviting you to join us at our May Senior Speakers Series on May 19 at 10:30 a.m. at the Benicia Public Library when we will hear from a panel of Carquinez Village members who have each embraced this new view of aging by staging the encore of their life!