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A free program that engages caregivers, care recipients, and older adults with professional artists to discover new, creative ideas and ways of thinking.

Research has shown that arts learning stimulates cognitive capacities in the brain. As humans age, they require a significant level of cognitive stimulation which enables them to engage their critical and creative thinking skills. Feelings of social isolation and loneliness have shown to diminish while emotional health strengthened after older adults participate in arts learning activities. No prior experience in the arts is needed in order to participate. Our artists/educators are experts in developing the talents of all ages and abilities. It is the intention of Arts for Life to increase the quality of life for senior citizens in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

Participants will attend a performance of Broadway Theatre League of Northeastern Pennsylvania at the Scranton Cultural Center.

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Arts for Life/Caregivers & Care Recipients Program

This session is designed for caregivers and care recipients to work together in creative arts led by professional artists.

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Arts for Life Program

This session is designed for older adults to enhance well being and artistic skills by working with professional artists in dance, music, theater, visual arts, and literary arts.

To locate a program near you, email Liz Faist at lfaist118@gmail.com.  

Arts for Life© is supported by the Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging, the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, the armature, and Broadway Theatre of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Funders for the program include Lackawanna County, the Scranton Area Foundation, the Willary Foundation, the Luzerne Foundation, United Neighborhood Centers, the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, and the Pennsylvania Department of Aging.

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