One population which no one has mentioned yet is seniors residing in 
nursing homes, some of whom don't get out much, and may not be aware of 
anything going on beyond their own four walls.  The good nursing homes 
do their best to provide intellectually and culturally stimulating 
activities for their clients, but can only do so much.  People living in 
this environment very likely would welcome activities sponsored by 
someone from outside their own limited environment.

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> Deidre,
>
> What about the local parks and recreation department? Do they have a 
> regular program of classes - a pamphlet that is mailed (and/or online) 
> to area residents? Does City Hall or the local library have a public 
> display case that can be used to show the residents what your 
> organization offers?
>
> Or a local community college that may offer continuing education classes?
>
> Are there regional craft/art stores that will post flyers about the 
> activities your organization offers?
>
> Not all seniors associate themselves with a senior center. Hope this 
> helps.
>
> Cathy Campbell
> University of Washington
>
>
> On Thu, 13 Mar 2008, Dowling, Deidre wrote:
>
>> Hi-
>>
>> I volunteer at a local arts center and we are interested in doing some
>> outreach to area seniors and retirees.  Right now the thought is to
>> offer art classes during the day time but we are unsure how to get the
>> word out to this population.  Another thought is to offer special
>> programs with area organizations that work with seniors.
>>
>>
>>
>> Has anyone had success with outreach/promotion to these groups?
>>
>>
>>
>> Suggestions can be posted to the list or emailed to me directly.
>>
>>
>>
>> Thanks!
>> Deidre Dowling
>>
>> Volunteer
>>
>> Arts Center of the Capital Region
>>
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