Aging Services & Activities Section


The mission of the Aging Services and Activities Section is to be a resource to leaders in aging professions by providing a vehicle for support, education and development of professionals responsible for services and activities to older adults. The section is a melding of recreational, leisure, gerontology and health/social professionals dedicated to the ideals of aging well. The section seeks to help professionals define their goals and to shape the future of the profession by providing leadership, advocacy, scholarships, grants, training and education.

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Get Involved - Join A Committee!


Are you looking to get involved with the Aging Section?
The best way to get involved is to join a committee. Benefits include expanding your network with professionals across the state, developing new skills, and so much more. You can help contribute to the Aging Section and the profession by volunteering to for one of the following committees: 

  • Awards & Grants
  • Conference
  • EngAGING Conversations
  • Marketing  
  • Senior Symposium

Get started now! Learn more about each committee and submit your interest form HERE. 

Interest Forms are due Friday, May 10.

For questions, please contact Dana Clark at dana.clark@longbeach.gov or 562-570-3504

Aging Section Intensive Presentations

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2024 Aging Intensive. It was a great way to kick off Conference!

You can view the presentations HERE.

Working & Managing Senior Groups  
Presented by: Yvette E. Aguilar, Parks, Recreation and Library Services Director, City of Signal Hill

Building Resources in Your Senior Center
Presented by: Denise Bennett-Arabatzis, Community Services Supervisor, City of Irvine

All About the Benjamins: Sponsorships & Fundraising for Your Senior Center
Presented by: Melanie McGrane, Community Services Supervisor, City Mission Viejo and Chuy Sandoval, Community Services Coordinator, City of Mission Viejo

Bullying Among Older Adults: Not Just a Playground Problem
Presented by: Ben Dieterle, Community Services Supervisor City of Fountain Valley

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