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Review helpful info from the National Institute of Senior Centers (NISC):
Then look through our membership benefits and learn why you should join NISC. Questions? Ask NISC's leaders.
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NISC News
Spread the Word with National Senior Center Month Materials
June 22,09
Use our special kit to publicize this annual September observance.
The Fordham Hill Oval Committee on Elders Thrives in Tiny Confines
Melinda Davis visits The Fordham Hill Oval Committee on Elders in New York City
Make A Connection this September during National Senior Center Month
May 22,09
Senior Center Month materials are on the way from NISC
NCOA Crossroads Community to Host Senior Center Discussions
April 15,09
This online tool will bring together the brightest minds to envision the changes that will keep senior centers successful.
Members Get Special Price on 'Memory Fitness' Eldergames
Save up to 20% on games for seniors that entertain, stimulate thought, and encourage social interaction
California Commission on Aging Publishes Senior Center Literature Review
Senior center literature review covers 40 senior center research articles published over past 20 years
NISC Seeks Nominations for 2010 Senior Center Research Award
NISC 16th Annual Research Award application deadline is Friday, May 29, 2009
NISC Senior Center Day at the Aging in America Conference
NISC Senior Center Featured Program Schedule - Tuesday, March 17th
NISC All-day Pre-conference Intensive
National Institute of Senior Centers offers a pre-conference intensive on the future of senior centers.
Wisconsin Center Goes Green with Electric Vehicle
Verona Senior Center electric vehicle reduces transportation costs and pollution
Vote for 2009 NISC Delegates
Voting deadline is Friday, January 9, 2009.
NCOA Announces 2009 NISC Research Award winner
December 15,08
North Carolina University Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management takes first prize for physical activity program.
'Senior Center' Research: Is the phrase an oxymoron?
December 15,08
Manoj Pardasani PhD explains why research is relevant to seniors and senior centers.
NISC Asks State Associations For Delegate Recommendations
September 16,08
Qualified individuals are encouraged to represent their state associations on the NISC Delegate Council.
CVS and NCOA Announce 2009 Prescription for Better Health and Wellness Award Competition
August 18,08
Awards recognize senior center best practices that promote good health for seniors through activity, education and resources.
Call for Nominations for Annual NISC Founders Award
August 11,08
NISC seeks to recognize outstanding senior center leaders.
National New Models of Senior Centers Task Force Shares Findings
See the "Aging in America: Senior Centers Work!" presentation from the 2008 NCOA-ASA Conference.
CVS Award Winners Share Best Practices: Part II
May 28,08
Three winners of the CVS Prescription for Better Health and Wellness Award discuss their programs.
2008 Conference in Photos
May 14,08
See pictures from NISC sessions and ceremonies at the 2008 NCOA-ASA Conference.
CVS Award Winners Share Best Practices
April 24,08
Three winners of the CVS Prescription for Better Health and Wellness Award discuss their programs.
6 Senior Centers Win Health and Wellness Awards
CVS/pharmacy and NCOA presented these awards at the Aging in America conference in March.
Show Seniors How to Transition to Digital TV
March 10,08
A PowerPoint presentation tells you how.
Resources
Recycling Cellphones to Benefit Seniors and Environment
NISC and Cellular Recycler offer special fundraising program for senior centers.
Senior Center Evaluation Toolkit
Evaluation toolkit from the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.
Bibliography of Senior Center Research
A comprehensive bibliography of senior center research spanning 1978 - 2008.
National New Models of Senior Centers Task Force Shares Findings
See the "Aging in America: Senior Centers Work!" presentation from the 2008 NCOA-ASA Conference.
News Archives
Center Goes ‘Without Walls’
September 10,07
Whitney Senior Center brings programming to an underserved area of St. Cloud, MN.
Senior Center, Student Nurses Partner for Healthier Older Adults
September 10,07
A Wisconsin program educates student nurses on the need for community-based health services for seniors.
Aging Gracefully with Defensive Hands
September 10,07
A student in Lou Walker Senior Center's Tae Kwon Do class defends herself.
Senior Centers and the Senior Companion Program: A Natural Fit
September 10,07
Minnesota's Fergus Falls Senior Center is the volunteer station for the Senior Companion Program.
Center Partners with Students to Brighten Seniors’ Lives
September 10,07
This project in Washington state brings cheer to Meals on Wheels recipients and senior program participants.
Building Designed for Aging in Place Wins Contest
June 14,07
NISC delegate Kathy Sporre was on the team that created "little cities" to help seniors age in place.
NISC Director Offers Parting Thoughts
June 14,07
Outgoing NISC Director Constance Todd shares her thoughts on how senior centers can stay in demand, hip, and strong.
Presentation Now Online: Attitudes of the Over-50 Crowd
This session shared attitudes toward work, community service, and lifelong learning.
Training Helps Senior Centers Advance Volunteer Opportunities
May 9,07
In Wisdom Works II, senior center directors learn how to mentor teams of seniors that will address vital community issues.
NISC Posts Conference Presentations
March 29,07
Several presentations from the March 2007 conference are available online.
Cellular Recycler Takes NISC 2007 Public-Private Partnership Award
February 5,07
Cellular Recycler honored for deploying resources to help senior centers raise unrestricted dollars through cell phone recycling.
Beatty Named Recipient of 2007 NISC Founders Award
February 5,07
Former NISC chair Christine Beatty receives honors for her contributions to senior centers.
BoomerANG Project Earns 2007 Research Award
January 16,07
The NISC Research Award for 2007 goes to the BoomerANG Project for research with senior centers and other organizations in Montgomery County, PA.
Pitman Becomes NISC National Chair
April 20,06
Bob Pitman became the national chair of National Institute of Senior Centers on March 16, 2006, in Anaheim, CA.
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