Age-Friendly Lehigh Valley hosted “The Art of Caring,” a creative collage-making event that fostered connection and joy, offering caregivers and individuals living with dementia a meaningful outlet for memory-sharing, self-expression and support.
Photo Gallery: The Age-Friendly Lehigh Valley Conference brought over 100 attendees together to hear from impactful speakers, learn more about United Way’s Healthy Aging work and inspire action to create a more livable community for all ages.
Photo Gallery: This fall, Age-Friendly Lehigh Valley and United Way AmeriCorps VISTAs hosted two vibrant Motown Memories events, bringing together older adults for music, food and shared nostalgia.
Photo Gallery: Caregivers and adults with dementia enjoyed a meaningful morning at the Allentown Art Museum, thanks to Age-Friendly Lehigh Valley and the Fleming Foundation, focusing on self-care, art exploration and shared experiences.
Carol Gonzalez, a dedicated Age-Friendly Lehigh Valley volunteer, received the Unsung Hero Award from Lehigh County Aging and Adult Services for her exceptional generosity and commitment to building an inclusive, supportive community.
Age-Friendly Lehigh Valley, in collaboration with ArtsQuest and Lehigh University Art Galleries, fosters connection and creativity among older adults to combat social isolation and promote holistic well-being.
Photo Gallery: Savvy Caregiver facilitators and caregivers gathered to build connections and take part in a holiday celebration.
Key partners, volunteers and supporters joined together to celebrate crucial improvements being made to the Lehigh Valley as a result of the successful Walk Audit initiative.
Savvy Caregiver trainings expands family caregivers’ knowledge, skills and mastery related to dementia caregiving while also promoting caregiver self-care.
United Way equips caregivers in community with the tools to better demonstrate compassion to themselves and their patients or loved ones.