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Great Ideas
For more information on each idea listed below, please contact Senior New
Ways.
"Great Idea" Number 1:
One way to get an older adult group meeting on a regular basis comes from
Marilyn Wilson (Grass Valley, CA), a layperson in the United Methodist Church.
She began by forming a Senior Task Force of a few interested older adults and
the pastor. They worked on program ideas, include Meet and Share Our
Stories, but it seemed their group was not quite ready to share on that personal
a level. They decided to hold a special luncheon and program, inviting seniors
70 and older. The program included a 'Gathering Time' with introductions
related to their personal exercise habits. They sang a blessing, followed by
lunch and another song ("My Favorite Things"). Marilyn then presented "Tips
for Aging Well" from Jane Thibault's work and book, A Deepening Love Affair
(1993). At the tables, they shared which tip they would try in the following
month. They closed with a thought for the month (Phillipians 4:8), evaluated the
session, agreed to meet once a month for similar activities, and closed with a
benediction togther.
Ed. note: If you have been wondering how to get something in older adult
ministry going in your faith community, this is an excellent approach. All it takes
is a few dedicated people to make it happen!
"Great Idea" Number 2:
Best Practices Guide available from the Older Adult Ministry Council of the
California-Nevada Conference of the United Methodist Church. Contact Susan
Harlan at susan.harlan@pacbell.net for more information.
"Great Idea" Number 3:
Click here for several ideas for reaching out to Frail Elders.
Ways.
"Great Idea" Number 1:
One way to get an older adult group meeting on a regular basis comes from
Marilyn Wilson (Grass Valley, CA), a layperson in the United Methodist Church.
She began by forming a Senior Task Force of a few interested older adults and
the pastor. They worked on program ideas, include Meet and Share Our
Stories, but it seemed their group was not quite ready to share on that personal
a level. They decided to hold a special luncheon and program, inviting seniors
70 and older. The program included a 'Gathering Time' with introductions
related to their personal exercise habits. They sang a blessing, followed by
lunch and another song ("My Favorite Things"). Marilyn then presented "Tips
for Aging Well" from Jane Thibault's work and book, A Deepening Love Affair
(1993). At the tables, they shared which tip they would try in the following
month. They closed with a thought for the month (Phillipians 4:8), evaluated the
session, agreed to meet once a month for similar activities, and closed with a
benediction togther.
Ed. note: If you have been wondering how to get something in older adult
ministry going in your faith community, this is an excellent approach. All it takes
is a few dedicated people to make it happen!
"Great Idea" Number 2:
Best Practices Guide available from the Older Adult Ministry Council of the
California-Nevada Conference of the United Methodist Church. Contact Susan
Harlan at susan.harlan@pacbell.net for more information.
"Great Idea" Number 3:
Click here for several ideas for reaching out to Frail Elders.
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