Boomers From Around the Nation (and the World) Building Community in Oakland

As the first senior cohousing community in the San Francisco Bay Area, Phoenix Commons is attracting members from other parts of California, the United States, and even from overseas! Most of them are planning to relocate to the Bay Area in order to be closer to family; all of them are drawn to Phoenix Commons for its unique community culture, state-of-the-art design and convenient, walkable location.

Those of you who have been following Phoenix Commons know about our commitment to education and conscious aging. All community members complete the Aging Boldly in Community (ABC) workshop series presented by our nonprofit partner, Elders Village. Now, thanks to the marvels of modern technology, they can attend the workshops virtually via webcam!

Our first virtual ABC workshop was held yesterday and was a huge success. Participants joined in from Southern California, the Sierras, the East Coast, and even the Middle East! Much of the discussion focused on the demographics of our aging society and the changing nature of retirement. (For an excellent, 5-minute video exploring the implications of an aging society, check out Coming of Age in Aging America.)

It is so inspiring to see Baby Boomers embrace their “Third Age” and join together intentionally to create an environment that will support their independence and social connection in the coming years. The senior cohousing movement is still in its infancy in the United States, but it is growing rapidly and it’s exciting to be at the forefront!

Wednesday, August 20, 2014: Learn About the Simple Strategies for Moving and Downsizing

Moving On With Your Life: Simple Strategies for Moving and Downsizing

Wednesday, August 20, 2014, 1:00-2:00 pm

at the Alameda Free Library

1550 Oak St. Alameda

 

Come to a free seminar featuring Lisbeth “Lis” McKinley, M.A., Certified Professional Organizer and owner of LET’S MAKE ROOM,  a residential organizing and move management company. This informative talk is geared for homeowners, seniors and their families.  You will learn simple strategies for planning, preparing, getting organized and getting through the move, while minimizing the stress and avoiding unnecessary expense.

Do you have a plan? Do you know what to expect? Do you know how to hire a qualified mover?

Find the answers to these questions and many others as we explore life’s most stressful events. The day you start planning to move shouldn’t be the day you start packing. ​

Peet’s coffee and refreshments will be provided.

RSVP, or if you have questions about the seminar series, please contact Samantha at 510-217-8527 or email [email protected].
The Elders Village Talks series is our FREE, educational seminars on topics we believe to be of importance or interest to seniors, as well as to their friends and families.

E.V. Talks downsizing 08.20.2014

Wednesday, December 18: Successful Aging Orientation Workshop

We are pleased to announce that we will be sponsoring another addition of the Successful Aging Orientation on Wednesday, December 18th at 6:30 pm. This class, led by Elders Village, will establish the need for education and training on aging issues, provide an overview of the entire course curriculum, and examine the rationale for emphasizing community throughout the course. Please come join us for this exciting and insightful course.

Enrollment open for the Successful Aging free orientation workshops on December 18th and in January

If you are interested in creating your own road map for Successful Aging, Phoenix Commons is sponsoring a free orientation workshop in partnership with Elders Village on December 18th at 6:30 pm at the Elders Village office at 1723 Webster Street in Alameda.  Reservations can be made by emailing [email protected] or calling the Elders Village office (510)217-8527.

Workshop attendees will be eligible to sign up the entire Successful Aging course which includes six modules that cover the spectrum of the senior experience: Mobility & Housing, Communication & Group Process, Healthcare & Wellness, Lifestyle & Finances, Identity & Spirituality, and Ecology & Legacy.

Additional free orientation workshops will be held on Saturday, January 11th at 10 am and Saturday, February 8th at 10 am. For the complete Successful Aging calendar or to reserve your spot, please call 510-217-8527 or email [email protected]

 

Wednesday, November 20: Successful Aging Orientation Workshop

We are pleased to announce that we will be sponsoring our second Successful Aging Orientation on the 20th at 6:30 pm. This class lead by Elders Village will establish the need for education and training on aging issues, provide an overview of the entire course curriculum and examine the rationale for emphasizing community throughout the course. Please come join us for this exciting and insightful course.

Thursday, October 24: Successful Aging Orientation Workshop

We are pleased to announce that we will be sponsoring our first Successful Aging Orientation on the 24th at 6:30 pm. This class lead by Elders Village will establish the need for education and training on aging issues, provide an overview of the entire course curriculum and examine the rationale for emphasizing community throughout the course. Please come join us for this exciting and insightful course.

Thursday, October 17: Workshop on Ecology and Legacy.

On the 17th at 6:30 pm we will be hosting the final module of the Successful Aging series- Aging, Ecology and Legacy. This class lead by Elders Village will cover the how to see ecology as a study of relationships both between yourself, society and nature, ways in which our ecological concepts change as we age and understanding the legacy as a positive contribution for future generations. If you are interested in joining in the Successful Aging Workshop series please call us about attending (510-217-8527) one of the Successful Aging Orientations, the next orientation will be held on October 24th at 6:30 pm.

Tuesday, October 17: Workshop on Identity and Spirituality.

On the 17th at 6:30 pm we will be hosting the fifth module of the Successful Aging series- Identity and Spirituality. This class lead by Elders Village will cover the effects of aging on your self and social identities, personal and social aspects of the fear of aging and how to accept aging as a vehicle for personal and spiritual growth. If you are interested in joining in the Successful Aging Workshop series please call us about attending (510-217-8527) one of the Successful Aging Orientations, the next orientation will be held on October 24th at 6:30 pm.

Thursday, October 15: Workshop on Lifestyle and Finances

On the 15th at 6:30 pm we will be hosting the fourth module of the Successful Aging series- Lifestyle and Finances. This class lead by Elders Village will cover the expenses and savings associated with aging, various options for living an affordable lifestyle as you age and understand how community can increase the quality of life on a fixed budget. If you are interested in joining in the Successful Aging Workshop series please call us about attending (510-217-8527) one of the Successful Aging Orientations, the next orientation will be held on October 24th at 6:30 pm.

Wednesday, October 9: Workshop on Health Care and Wellness

On the 9th at 6:30 pm we will be hosting the third module of the Successful Aging series- Health Care and Wellness. This class lead by Elders Village will cover the current trends and available options for seniors, examine the best practices for staying healthy in old age and understanding why living in community can maximize wellness. If you are interested in joining in the Successful Aging Workshop series please call us about attending (510-217-8527) one of the Successful Aging Orientations, the next orientation will be held on October 24th at 6:30 pm.