All Stories from Vitality Arts Special Report

A lifetime of challenges has never slowed the author's spirited mother

JANUARY 17, 2019 | By Donna Pols Trump

It may take less time than you think and bring you joy

JANUARY 8, 2019 | By Amy Nathan

Strategies for cultivating creativity and brain sharpness in later years

DECEMBER 20, 2018 | By Francine Toder

This intriguing creative pursuit resists perfection

DECEMBER 13, 2018 | By Patricia Corrigan

Seeking a moment in the spotlight, this 70-year-old author takes a chance

NOVEMBER 26, 2018 | By Angela Bonavoglia

The workshops encouraged older adults to step outside their comfort zones

NOVEMBER 20, 2018 | By Julie Pfitzinger

Investing time into developing your 'second act' can pay off

OCTOBER 11, 2018 | By Patricia Corrigan

Older students learn the art of filmmaking in this video memoir class

OCTOBER 10, 2018 | By Julie Pfitzinger

The results of a Vitality Arts survey highlight the impact of creative pursuits

OCTOBER 8, 2018 | By Julie Pfitzinger

Creating colorful samples is a hands-on experience for older students

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018 | By Barbara La Valleur

Encore Creativity thrives under the direction of this 2018 Influencer in Aging

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018 | By Julie Pfitzinger

This 2018 Influencer in Aging wants to change attitudes across America

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018 | By Julie Pfitzinger

Dances for a Variable Population offers the joy of dance to older adults

AUGUST 21, 2018 | By Deborah Quilter

It's never too late to learn to love this art form

AUGUST 1, 2018 | By Patricia Corrigan

How the Feet to the Fire Writers' Workshops build community

JULY 17, 2018 | By Julie Pfitzinger

This art form is good for your health, helps you stay connected and provides purpose

JULY 12, 2018 | By Marijke Vroomen Durning

Actress and teacher Karen Ludwig wants women to raise their voices

JULY 9, 2018 | By Holly Rizzuto Palker

Especially for those over 50, tango offers exercise and social connection

JULY 3, 2018 | By Marcy Goldman

Watercolor painter Maria Bodette won Next Avenue's older artists contest

JUNE 29, 2018 | By Grace Birnstengel

These performers are 65 to 94-years-old and utterly inspiring

JUNE 28, 2018 | By Shayla Thiel Stern