PROFILES

The Age4Action Network is comprised of individuals and organizations that are committed to increasing the power of people 50+ to act as dynamic advocates, valued workers, committed volunteers, lifelong learners, and respected leaders.

The following profiles will help you get to know the Network.

AGE4ACTION MEMBERS

Sarah Christian, VolunteerMatch

Judy Diaz, Next Avenue and Twin Cities Public Television

Karyne Jones, National Caucus & Center on Black Aged

Marcia Kerz, OASIS

Derek Okubo, National Civic League

Mark Skeie, Vital Aging Network

Phyllis Snyder, Center for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL)

Lester Strong, Experience Corp

AGE4ACTION CONTEST WINNERS

Miguel Angel Nuñez: Feeding Others Nourishes His Soul

Stan Roth: Lifelong Leader Teaches Advocacy to Elders

George Yoshida: Volunteering as a Way to Learn

Marie Jobling: Helping Redefine “the Good Life” for San Francisco Elders

OTHER PROFILES

Peggy Brick: A Champion for Sex and Intimacy in Later Life

Glen David: Engineer, Teacher, Fast-Food Chef, Handyman

Cathy DeSutter: Making Fresh Foods Available to Families in Need

Maria Genné: Everyone Needs to Dance