Conversations for All
Active Older Adult (AOA) Community Cafés bring together those who are 55 and older to build health in spirit, mind, and body so that we thrive with greater purpose, connection, and well-being. Each café includes time for a resource person to share, pose, and answer questions in a discussion space facilitated for support and encouragement. Let your emotional and intellectual responses guide your exploration of each chosen topic.
AOA Community Cafés are free and brought to you by the Washington State Alliance of YMCAs. We encourage you to invite your friends and family!
Connect and Share
Each café is an hour-long Zoom call starting with a large group welcome time. We will explore the day’s topic through an engaging presentation to get you thinking and prepared for a 20-minute reflective dialogue in small groups about the subject. Everyone is invited to listen and contribute as they feel comfortable. The large group gathers back the last five minutes for encouragement.
Heart Healthy Tips and Resources
Learn five tips to support your heart health. Heart health is so critical to our well-being that it gets attention all of February. It is an important and timely reminder to get a blood pressure screening and consider ways to strengthen our hearts.
Tuesday, February 25
1:00–2:00 pm
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Coming Home: Experience a River Journey Adventure
Join us for an exciting kayaking adventure through the scenic fjords of Norway, ending at the ancestral home of the Paddle Pilgrim, Dave Ellingson. The video was voted best documentary at the 2023 Poulsbo Film Festival.
Tuesday, March 4
1:00–2:00 pm
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Qigong for Gentle and Mindful Movement
Learn Qigong—an ancient style of moving meditation. Similar to Tai Chi, it emphasizes slow, mindful, and repetitive movements combined with breath. QiGong is said to improve energy and well-being, reduce stress, and help balance mind and body. No special skills are needed, and it can be done seated or standing.
Tuesday, March 11
1:00–2:00 pm
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A Look Across the Generations
Every generation has its own story, world-changing events, evolving technology, and shifting values. From landlines to livestreams, we'll explore how Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z communicate, innovate, and view the world. Get ready for a fun, insightful look at the past, present, and future of generational dynamics!
Tuesday, March 18
1:00–2:00 pm
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The Power of Generational Harmony
From Baby Boomers to Gen Z, discover how harmonizing diverse experiences can lead to greater innovation, understanding, and mutual respect in both the workplace and society. Find strategies for fostering intergenerational collaboration, breaking down stereotypes, and creating a more inclusive, cohesive environment where all generations can thrive together.
Tuesday, March 25
1:00–2:00 pm
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Questions
If you have questions about our Community Café conversations, please email Heather Steele at hsteele@seattleymca.org.
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