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May 2022 E-News Vol 11, #5
In this issue:
SCOSA NEWS AND EVENTS
Stockton Age Friendly University (AFU) Column 
by Karen Rose, Ph.D., SCOSA AFU champion; adjunct professor, Psychology and Health Science
This month’s newsletter highlights the Gerontological Society of America’s (GSA) work on the Reframing Aging initiative. This initiative aims to combat ageism by changing the conversation about growing older.
To document common misperceptions associated with aging, approximately 400 older adults responded to a survey that asked them to reflect on common misperceptions they had experienced first-hand. GSA researchers reported that: 53% reported hearing that aging is equated with physical and mental decline, almost half said people think older people can’t keep up with technologies, 45% said they can’t relate with older people (even if they are older themselves), and 39% say that we should fight aging, rather than embrace it. Many added observations referencing themes like discrimination in employment and medical care. Several mentioned that things have gotten better including diminishing endearments for older people ("honey," "sweetie," and "dear"). A few suggested that misperceptions can vary by culture and values. https://www.reframingaging.org/News-Events
GERO COORDINATOR’S COLUMN
by Christine Gayda-Chelder, Ph.D., assistant professor of psychology, and SCOSA service chair
Careers In Aging Week Event: When Ageism and Racism Meet
What happens when issues of both ageism and racism impact health care? This was the topic of the Careers In Aging event held on April 19th. Sixteen students joined Dr. David Burdick and Dr. Christine Gayda-Chelder, in which research regarding this topic was reviewed. First, inadequate health care due to ageism was presented. Specifically, research has shown that in the UK, older adults with lung cancer are referred for surgery less frequently. Also, older women may be less likely to be referred for screening for breast cancer. Next, the impact of ageism compounded with racism was presented, as unfortunately highlighted by the Covid-19 pandemic. Sadly, research has demonstrated that among individuals with dementia, Black people diagnosed with dementia were twice as likely to contract Covid-19 when compared to Caucasian people with dementia. Students engaged in sharing their surprise at some of the research, and what they have witnessed in their own environments. Strategies to reduce ageism and racism were identified.
UPDATE ON NEW JERSEY GERIATRIC WORKFORCE ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM (NJGWEP)
by Sreelekha (Lekha) Prakash, MD, assistant professor of health sciences, and SCOSA faculty fellow
On March 30th, professor of health sciences Anthony Dissen conducted a Nutrition session with residents of Rittenberg Manor in Egg Harbor City. The interactive round table session addressed residents' questions related to diet, and our team (including students) helped them to create a healthy meal.
On April 13th, three Stockton students completed their 8-week GWEP service learning rotation by providing a very detailed presentation including case assessment, care plans and recommendations identified for the residents. Presented via Zoom and pictured below, the students were Amanda Maurer (public health major, gerontology minor, and SCOSA intern), Juliana Gonzalez (public health major, pre-occupational therapy), and Sandra Gomez (public health, pre-nursing). Their audience included Stockton project manager Prakash, SCOSA director Dave Burdick, NJGWEP primary investigator and SCOSA advisory board member Elyse Perweiler, MA, MPP, RN, professor of geriatrics at the Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, and others.
TES Report by Michaelle Cooke
The National Senior Games are being held next month in Fort Lauderdale, Florida where I’ll be competing in three swimming events. There are 732 swimmers signed up with 15 of them over the age of 90! I was concerned about being the slowest person in the competition, but they’ve provided a “psych sheet” for review. First, I had to look up the term “psych sheet” which means a ranking of swimmers by event and time. I found that I’m 98 out of 111 in the 50 Yard Freestyle event. The fastest person swims 50 yards in 26.8 seconds; I swim it in 55.15 seconds. There are 133 women in the 500 Yard Freestyle event with an age range of 52 to 100 and times ranging from 5 minutes 46 seconds to 28 minutes. I’m comfortable with my 11 minute 43 second time.
I’m most excited about being with older athletes and learning about them: how they came to be at the games and what keeps them motivated. And I just might have some motivational advice myself!
Mindfulness for Reducing Blood Pressure in Older Adults by Christina Seel, Stockton MSW Student and SCOSA Presenter
The CDC reports that in 2016, 63% of adults ages 60 and older had hypertension (high blood pressure), increasing their risk for heart disease and stroke. Fortunately, the American Heart Association reports that mindfulness practices such as meditation and guided imagery have been clinically proven to lower blood pressure while calming the mind. Scientists believe that the relaxation response causes nitric oxide levels to increase, widening and relaxing blood vessels and resulting in lower blood pressure.
This self-induced ‘quieting of the brain’ was used in a study on older adults with systolic hypertension. Older adults who received relaxation response training had more success managing their blood pressure, and some even stopped taking their blood pressure medications because their levels had become normal. Another study from 2018 demonstrated the benefits of mindfulness meditation for individuals with high blood pressure. After 8 weeks, the intervention group reported significantly lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure values while presenting as more open-minded and less depressed (Marquez et al., 2018 p. 237).
Dr. Herbert Benson was a Harvard-trained cardiologist and professor of mind/body medicine who brought meditation into the mainstream. Benson recommends sitting in a quiet space, closing your eyes, relaxing your muscles, and silently repeating a word, prayer, sound, or phrase for 10 to 20 minutes, twice each day. Distractions and thoughts will enter your mind but try to let them go and continue with your mantra.
SCOSA Older Adult Education, Socialization & Recreation Programs
Registration Process and Information Needs
In the past months, we have made necessary changes to our registration procedures. Registrations are taken through Zoom, but not all of our programming is online. Please always note the program locations in our newsletter listings and/or on the SCOSA Website. We collect only the information required to allow us to receive Older Americans’ Act funding, which we need to support our programming. So, please provide all of the requested information each time you register. We're working on another more user friendly and cost-effective solution and appreciate your patience! 😊
May, 2022—Older Adult Education, Socialization & Recreation Programs
The Abuse and Trivialization of Holocaust Memory Confirmation
Tuesday, 4/26/2022 2:30pm-3:30pm
Online via Zoom Register HERE
On the eve of Israel's Holocaust Memorial Day (Yom HaShoah), join Echoes and Reflections for today's webinar will address how the Holocaust is being misused and abused in everyday references, to the point where it is losing significance. Presented by Yad Vashem educator, Yoni Berrous, we will explore the tools created by the International School for Holocaust Studies to teach about the Holocaust without trivializing it. Join us to see how we can use these new technologies to make the memory of the Holocaust relevant to our students.
Stockton Chamber Players
Thursday, 4/28/2022 6:30pm
Campus Center Theater Register HERE
Christopher Di Santo, clarinet, Ruotao Mao and Nancy Jan, violins, Ana Tsinadze, viola, Elizabeth Mendoza, cello Performing works by W. A. Mozart & Carl Maria von Weber
Spamilton! An American Parody
Friday, 4/29/2022 7:30pm
Stockton Performing Arts Center Register HERE
Don’t miss this “convulsively funny” (NY Times) parody from the comic mastermind behind the long-running hit Forbidden Broadway. After tearing it up in New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles, Spamilton: An American Parody will stage a singing, dancing, comedy revolution at Stockton Performing Arts Center. The Huffington Post raves “you don’t have to see Hamilton to have side-splitting fun at Spamilton.”
Bay Atlantic Symphony: A Midsummer Night's Dream
Sunday, 5/1/2022 2pm
Stockton Performing Arts Center Register HERE
Mendelssohn’s Overture to A Midsummer Night’s Dream and this most famous piano concerto of Mozart point to kinesis – rapid, and spritely. Yet, as in Shakespeare’s play, the Mendelssohn has not only frolic but the fearsome. And the central movement of Mozart’s 21st concerto is overflowing with pathos. Pianist Terrence Wilson has been celebrated throughout the world as soloist, chamber musician and recitalist. He has performed with the National Symphony in Washington, DC, San Francisco, Dallas and Philadelphia Orchestras and many others worldwide.
Conflicting Narratives from the Holocaust, Explanations Regarding the Holocaust and Mass Atrocity Crimes
Tuesday, 5/2/2022 11am-12pm
Stockton at Manahawkin Register HERE
In the decades which have passed since WWII, mankind has pondered the unspeakable evil of mass atrocity crimes and specifically the Holocaust and attempted to provide explanations. Are there evil men amongst us who choose to unleash this type of violence just because they can? Does humankind, when it operates in groups, hate other groups so terribly that it chooses to disappear them from the face of the earth in ways that are so diabolical and contrary to normal civilized behavior as to constitute crimes against the whole of humanity? Are there particular sets of historical circumstances which when they come together compel or at least explain atrocious human conduct? And finally, are all humans given the wrong set of circumstances capable of participating in or at least condoning by their inactivity this conduct? Dr. O'Meara, using the Holocaust as his primary case study, reviews these multiple explanations with an eye towards reminding us how unfathomable and incomplete they all are and how further research can only help us to recognize this behavior and fashion ways to stop it.
May Walks in Atlantic County
Wednesdays, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, & 5/25/2022
11am-12pm
Location Varies Weekly Register HERE
Meet Michaelle at 11am on Wednesdays for a walk. All levels welcome! The location varies each time (click on title for details). You can attend one walk or all! Let's get moving and take in some fresh air together. Please bring water and comfortable walking shoes.
Time to Tell Memoir Writing
Thursday, 5/5/2022 12pm-1:30pm
Online via Zoom Register HERE
Personalized instruction with monthly meetings to help you chronicle the stories of your life. Creative writing styles, including poetry and photographs, can also be used to tell your story.
Classic Film First Friday: The Last Time I Saw Paris
Friday, 5/6/2022 1pm-3pm
Stockton at Hammonton or Online via Zoom
Register HERE
Join Nick from Hammonton for this 1954 film starring Liz Taylor, where an American journalist returns to Paris - a city that gave him true love and deep grief.
A Holocaust Survivor’s Blueprint for Happiness
Tuesday, 5/10/2022 3-4pm
Online via Zoom Register HERE
Join Echoes and Reflection's Webinar: Eddie Jaku survived Auschwitz and other camps. At aged 99 he presented a Ted Talk that has been viewed by over one million people, and at 100 he published a best-selling memoir. How did he make the choice to live a life with joy after experiencing unimaginable horror? Studying his Holocaust story provides us with the opportunity to learn about the choices that humans can make. In this inspiring session, Yad Vashem educator, Yael Eaglstein, will take us on the journey of one survivor's choices.
Older Americans’ Month Celebration @ Stockton at Manahawkin
Wednesday, May 11, 2022 9:30am-2pm
Stockton at Manahawkin Register HERE
Join us as we celebrate Older Americans’ Month 2022 theme: Age My Way! Details are still being planned, we will send an update in early May. Current programming includes Chair Yoga, demonstrations of Knitting and Crocheting, demonstration of One Stroke Painting, and lunch!
Non-pharmacologic Interventions for Cognition in Older Adults
Thursday, 5/12/2022 1pm-2pm
Online via Zoom Register HERE
In this practical ASA webinar for the multidisciplinary care team, Dr. Benjamin Hampstead will examine three promising non-pharmacologic treatment approaches—the effects of exercise, cognition-oriented treatments including cognitive rehabilitation and cognitive training, and neuromodulation. These methodologies apply to cognition in older adults across the “healthy” to dementia spectrum. Dr. Hampstead’s discussion will include evidence that supports or refutes these cognitive effects, complemented by data showing structural and/or functional changes in the brain that may predict and/or reflect treatment effects. The discussion will integrate dose-response and other vital treatment parameters.
Tour of Poetry
Saturday, 5/14/2022 11am –1pm
Otto Bruyns Public Library of Northfield
241 W Mill Rd. Register HERE
During each session of this monthly program, an established poet will read original work, present an engaging lecture, and encourage participants to write & share something of their own. Participants will have an opportunity to have their poetry included in the Tour of Poetry Anthology.
Knitting & Crocheting
Mondays, 5/16, 23, 6/6, 13, 27, & 7/11 10am-12pm
Stockton at Manahawkin, 712 E. Bay Avenue Register HERE
This six-week class will teach you to knit and/ or crochet like you are a pro! You will learn to read patterns and make something for yourself, or as a gift. NOTE: No classes on 6/30 or 7/4.
One Stroke Painting
Mondays, 5/16, 23, 6/6, 13, 27, & 7/11 12pm- 2pm
Stockton at Manahawkin, 712 E. Bay Avenue
Register HERE
One Stroke Painting is sweeping the decorative painting world. It's fun! It's easy! It's quick! One Stroke is a multi-loading style of acrylic decorative painting. It is equally usable on metal, plaster, glass, wood, fabric and ceramic surfaces. You will be excited too, when you find out for yourself how easy One Stroke is. Imagine, blending, shading, and highlighting all in One Stroke! Classes teach you to freehand various strokes and to build your own unique pattern. NOTE: No classes on 6/30 or 7/4.
Celebrating Asian & Pacific Islander Month: Tapa Cloth Printing
Wednesday, 5/18/2022 11am-12pm
Stockton at Hammonton Register HERE
Celebrating Asian & Pacific Islander Month: Tapa Cloth Printing 5/18/2022, 11am-12pm, Stockton at Hammonton | In this workshop, Noyes Museum staff will teach you how to make prints using printing techniques on Tapa Cloth, a type of bark cloth.
Older Americans’ Month Celebration
Thursday, May 19, 2022 9am-2pm
SCOSA Office F-227
Stockton University Galloway Register HERE
Join us as we celebrate Older Americans’ Month 2022 theme: Age My Way! Details are still being planned, we will send an update in early May. Current programming includes Dr. Christine Gayda-Chelder discussing “Heathy Mind = A Long and Joyful Life: The Value of Mental Health Awareness”, Niki Giberson sharing the Importance (and Fun) of Promoting Folks Arts, and a lunch!
Greeting Card Workshop
Friday, 5/2o/2022 11am-12pm
Stockton at Manahawkin Register HERE
Join us for greeting card classes. We will make two creative greeting cards, suitable to send to your friends or family. Bring scissors, glue, and either colored pencils or markers to each class.
S’more Basket Workshop
Saturday, 5/21/2022 10am-12pm
To Register, Call Niki 609-652-0366
Swan Bay Folk Art Center
300 Sooys Landing Rd, Port Republic
This 12" round divided tote basket can carry all the fixings for s'mores, or can keep many knick-knacks organized.
Players and Playwrights Meeting
Saturday, 5/21/2022 1pm-4pm
John F Scarpa Academic Center, Room 210
Register HERE
Players and Playwrights (P&P) is a collective of playwrights and readers (aka players) who meet monthly to read original plays. Performances are organized several times a year. Interested players and playwrights are invited to attend a meeting once before committing to join.
Poetry Collaboration
Tuesday, 5/24/2022 10am-12pm
Online via Zoom Register HERE
Join a group of amateur poets in reading, writing, and appreciating the written art of poetry. Each month, a member will share an activity and a poem with the group.
Chair Yoga
Fridays, 5/27. 6/3, 10,(skip 17) , 24, & 7/ 1, 2022 9:30-10:30am
Stockton at Manahawkin, 712 E. Bay Avenue Register HERE
Join Lois for Chair Yoga, for modified poses that can be done while seated, which makes the poses accessible to more people.
Session One: “The Stories of Children and Young Adults in the Netherlands during the Holocaust and Lessons for Today”
Thursday, 6/2/2022 11am-12pm
Stockton at Manahawkin, 712 East Bay Avenue Register HERE
The stories written by Dutch youth about life in Amsterdam and nearby towns and villages will highlight the importance of rescue and resistance in the Netherlands during World War II.
Session Two: “In Honor of Anne Frank’s 93rd Birthday”
Thursday, 6/9/2022 11am-12pm
Stockton at Manahawkin, 712 East Bay Avenue Register HERE
The Diary of Anne Frank is sometimes read by middle and high school students. The presenters will include new information about Anne Frank’s betrayal and the information that is often not included when the diary is used to teach the history of the Holocaust.
Time to Tell Memoir Writing
Thursday, 6/2/2022 12pm-1:30pm
Online via Zoom Register HERE
Personalized instruction with monthly meetings to help you chronicle the stories of your life. Creative writing styles, including poetry and photographs, can also be used to tell your story.
SILL: Exploring your Spirituality: Finding Meaning Across the Lifecourse
Fridays, 6/3, 10, 17, 24, 2022 9-10am
Online via Zoom Register HERE
Across four zoom sessions, we’ll define and explore “spirituality,” through both secular and religious interpretations; and discuss how we all search for truth, values, and meaning in our lives. Participants will learn ways to enhance their spiritual literacy, draw maps of their spiritual journey, and engage in exercises/rituals to enhance their creativity.
Classic Film First Friday: My Man Godfrey
Friday, 6/3/2022 1-3pm
Stockton at Hammonton or Online via Zoom
Register HERE
Join Nick from Hammonton for this 1954 film starring Liz Taylor, where an American journalist returns to Paris - a city that gave him true love and deep grief.
Second Wednesday: Make a Friendship Bracelet for Pride Month
Wednesday, 6/8/2022 11am-12pm
Stockton at Hammonton Register HERE
Staff from the Noyes Museum and Kramer Hall will show you and a loved one how to make a friendship bracelet in honor of LGBTQ+ Pride Month.
Square Gift Baskets
Saturday, 6/11/2022 10am-12pm
To Register, Call Niki 609-652-0366
Swan Bay Folk Art Center
300 Sooys Landing Rd, Port Republic
Create two of these practical baskets in one class. These 6"square baskets have colored reed woven through them with a reed bow. This is a great basket to fill with your favorite candy or cookies. Keep one and give one as a gift.
Spotlight on June SILL Classes
We’ve scheduled no SILL courses for May. Instead, we’re planning a couple days to celebrate Older Americans Month. Here’s a sneak peek of our June SILL courses: one at Stockton at Manahawkin and one online.
June 2nd: “The Stories of Children and Young Adults in the Netherlands during the Holocaust and Lessons for Today”
The stories written by Dutch youth about life in Amsterdam and nearby towns and villages will highlight the importance of rescue and resistance in the Netherlands during World War II.
June 9th: “In Honor of Anne Frank’s 93rd Birthday”
The Diary of Anne Frank is sometimes read by middle and high school students. The presenters will include new information about Anne Frank’s betrayal and the information that is often not included when the diary is used to teach the history of the Holocaust.
Exploring your Spirituality: Finding Meaning Across the Lifecourse
Fridays, June 3, 10, 17, & 24, 2022 9am-10am
Dr. Lisa Cox
Online via Zoom
Tuition: $45 for 4 sessions; Free to residents 60 years old or older of Atlantic or Ocean Counties. Register HERE
Across four zoom sessions, we’ll define and explore “spirituality,” through both secular and religious interpretations; and discuss how we all search for truth, values, and meaning in our lives. Participants will learn ways to enhance their spiritual literacy, draw maps of their spiritual journey, and engage in exercises/rituals to enhance their creativity.
Dr. Lisa Cox is Professor of Social Work and Gerontology at Stockton University, where she teaches both undergraduate and graduate level courses. Before Dr. Cox began her position at Stockton in 1999, she was a Research Associate with the NIH/NIAID funded Richmond AIDS Consortium, where for 12 years she worked in Richmond, Virginia’s Medical College of Virginia Hospitals of Virginia Commonwealth University as a LCSW and served as a pioneering AIDS Clinical Trial’s Social Worker, counseling and recruiting HIV-infected people into large scale community-based AIDS clinical trials. Currently, she continues to teach a class on HIV/AIDS and serves as a consultant to Collaborative Solutions—the organization that orchestrates the annual National HIV/AIDS and Social Work conference.
EVENTS AND NEWS IN AGING IN SOUTH JERSEY AND BEYOND
Atlantic County News and Events
The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore Virtual Programs in May 2022
DIY Container Garden, Tuesday, May 3 (10:30am to 11:30am)
Spring is in the air! Join garden and healthy eating guru Bernadette Getzler from her backyard for a demonstration on planning, creating, and  maintaining your own manageable vegetable container garden. Get ready to experience the joy of growing and sharing the bounty from your garden with family and friends. RSVP by April 29. JFS Village Community Specialist, Tina Serota demonstrating the DIY Container Garden program is pictured at right.
Nurse’s Roundtable: Hello Summer: Are You Prepared?, Wednesday, May 4 (10:30am to 11:30am)
Join Nurse Lori Pasahow & Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for an in-depth discussion about preparing for the summer season. We’ll explore your comfort level (unmasked vs. masked), in-person dining (indoors vs. outdoors), and concerns around social programs and activities, such as concerts, the beach, and travel. As COVID-19 variants loom, we’ll also talk about receiving a second booster. Bring your questions and concerns to the roundtable. RSVP by May 1.
The Positivity Project: Morning Refresh, Thursday, May 5 (10:30am to 11:30am)
Start your day in an upbeat way! Explore positivity during challenging times with JFS Wellness Coordinator Mary Jean Arreola and Tina Serota. You’ll discover ways to boost your wellness – mind, body and soul. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, resiliency and more. Time to feed your mind and spirit! RSVP by May 2.
The Village Movie Society, Tuesday, May 10 (10:30am to 11:30am)
Join theater teacher and coach Louise Marshall Hacker and Tina Serota for a discussion about the movie, Loving, the true story about an interracial couple’s journey after being legally barred from their home state of Virginia. Watch ahead of time from the comfort of home then be prepared to share your thoughts. The film is available on Netflix. RSVP by May 6.
BINGO, Wednesday, May 11 (1pm to 2pm)
Join friends and neighbors for an afternoon of fun BINGO games and prizes with Tina Serota. BINGO cards will be delivered to those who register in advance. This event is free for Holocaust Survivors and Village Members. For non-members, the cost is $5. RSVP by May 4.
Memoir Workshop, Friday, May 13 (10:30am to 12pm)
Experience the thrill of capturing your life’s adventures, history and ancestry at a Memoir Workshop led by award-winning author and Drexel University Professor of Creative Writing and Publishing, Harriet Levin Millan. You need a laptop or pen/paper for the workshop. RSVP by May 10.
Comfort Cooking: Healthy & Delicious, Tuesday, May 17 (10:30am to 11:30am)
Join Bernadette Getzler as she takes you on a food journey using fresh ingredients. Learn to cook Memorial Day recipes in new and inventive ways with healthier options. RSVP by May 12.
The Positivity Project: Evening Retreat, Wednesday, May 18 (7pm to 7:30pm)
Shed the cares of the day and prepare for a restful night! Explore positivity during challenging times with JFS Wellness Coordinator Mary Jean Arreola and Tina Serota. You’ll discover ways to boost your wellness – mind, body and soul. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, resiliency and more. Time to feed your mind and spirit! RSVP by May 12.
Coffee Klatch: Hybrid, Thursday, May 19 (10:30am to 11:30am)
Your world in 60 minutes! Join a fast-paced discussion on politics, technology, world events, the arts, religion, and more. Moderated by Tina Serota. Attend in-person or from home via Zoom. Mask encouraged for in-person. For Zoom, a link will be emailed to you.
Evening Yoga with Candice, Monday, May 23 (7pm to 8pm)
Join Candice Martin for a Yoga class via Zoom. Find balance and tranquility while experiencing mental, physiological and spiritual rejuvenation. Burn off excess energy through gentle body movements, wind down to a deeper state of relaxation and prepare for your evening rest. RSVP by May 16.
Spring Bouquets with RainFlorist, Tuesday, May 24 (6:30pm to 7:30pm)
Join friends and neighbors as we create seasonal floral bouquets at the Katz JCC, 501 North Jerome Avenue in Margate. This hands-on workshop will be hosted by Kim, owner of RainFlorist, located in Ventnor. This event is $5 for Holocaust Survivors, Village Members and JCC Members. For non-members, the cost is $15. Must RSVP and pre-pay by May 11 to Tina Serota.
Trivia Game Day, Thursday, May 26 (4pm to 5pm)
Test your knowledge and compete for the top prize! Trivia topics include science, geography, history, music, theater, movies and more. This event is free for Holocaust Survivors and Village Members. For non-members, the cost is $5 payable prior to May 19 to Tina Serota.
Unless otherwise noted, all programs are free for community members to participate. You must RSVP to participate in any program by contacting Tina Serota at 609.287.8872 or e-mail at tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link or call-in number for each program will be e-mailed or provided to you.
Cape May County News and Events
Attention Cape May Residents: Your Input Sought for Annual Needs Assessment
It is that time again when we are conducting our Annual Needs Assessment Survey for services. I am asking for your help in spreading this survey throughout the community to maximize our effort in collecting valuable data. The link to the Survey is below and it takes about 2-3 minutes. The Survey campaign ends on June 1.
News and Events from Elsewhere in NJ
NJAAW – Aging Great in the Garden State Photo Contest
To enter this contest, no fee is required. To enter and get more details about the contest, visit the following website: www.njaaw.org/events and use their submission form, or email photos to Office@njaaw.org with PHOTO CONTEST in the subject line.
Inviting Submissions for Events on Aging in South Jersey and Beyond
We invite organizations to submit their event information for inclusion in our monthly e-news no later than day 18 of each month for inclusion in the subsequent month’s Newsletter, which we anticipate e-mailing a few days before the beginning of each month. The E-News is also posted on SCOSA’s Web-Site under the Newsletters/Press Releases tab. Click here to submit items that will be published on a space available basis. We reserve the right to reject items that are not consistent with SCOSA’s mission or deemed inappropriate for our audience. Please direct any questions to Trish Collins, Community Engagement Liaison, Stockton Center on Successful Aging (SCOSA), at patricia.collins@stockton.edu or by telephone (609) 652-4456.
NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL NEWS ON AGING
Please join the University of Pennsylvania Institute on Aging as they host their 2022 Vincent J. Cristofalo Annual Lectureship, featuring Dr. Sterling Johnson on Friday, April 29 from 2:30pm to 5:30pm at Smilow Center Auditorium & Lobby. Registration is required, please visit https://www.med.upenn.edu/aging/eventreg.html
EVENTS AND RESOURCES OF GENERAL INTEREST
Poster designed by visual communications senior Christopher Irizarry.
Featuring: Painting by Cassandra Aponte, Megan Knapp, Vi Mai & Rachel Sylvester
Photography: Olivia DeBow & Rachel Swieder
Visual Communication/Illustration and Graphic Design: Vanessa Bacchione, Theresa Bancheri, Allyssa Berry, Jesse Buckelew, Angelica Cardona-Rosado, Kaela Di Cristofano, Tobechukwu Enworom, Katherine Farah, Emily Gorelick, Faithe Holmes, Christopher Irizarry, Alexa Kelly, Asia Lackland, Gabriella Navantieri, Chelsea Jaine Ramos, Aimee Rose, Laura Tannock, Deauhnna Thomas, Thomas Whaley and Ryan Yachere
African American Cultural Heritage Short Course
Join us for the Second Annual African American Cultural Heritage Short Course on Saturday, May 7, 2022 at Stockton Atlantic City.
This event, open to the public, will feature workshops from Nelson Johnson, Kaleem Shabazz, Henrietta Shelton and more. Our life-long learning event will discuss the history, culture, and experiences of African Americans in shaping the Greater Atlantic City area. Seats are also still available for the afternoon AC Mural Shuttle Tour.
Register online at stockton.edu/aachsc or by calling 609-652-4227. For additional questions on CEU/PDUs, the African American Book & Media Fair or to place an ad in our program book, please email diana.strelczyk@stockton.edu.
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Some of the older adult programs offered by SCOSA are partially funded under Title III of the Older Americans Act of 1965, as amended, through a grant by the Division of Intergenerational Services, Atlantic County, New Jersey. You may make voluntary donations to SCOSA. Such donations are not a fee and are not required. Any donations received will be used to develop and operate future programs. If you wish to donate directly to SCOSA please make your checks payable to SCOSA and send them to:
SCOSA/SOBL, Stockton University, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway, NJ 08205-9441.
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