by Kairos Alive | Aug 25, 2016 | Article, Dancing Heart™, Volunteer Reflections
Much of the work we do at Kairos Alive! wouldn’t be possible without a dedicated core group of “Kairosian” volunteers. Our friend and regular volunteer, Alison, shares some of her thoughts on her experiences. “There’s a saying that goes something like, “If you...
by Kairos Alive | Aug 11, 2016 | Article, Dancing Heart™
We wrapped up a few sites last week – leaving all of us at Kairos feeling a bit heavy hearted and reflective. We wanted to share some pictures of important moments with elder friends from a memory care and assisted living – as well as thoughts from Maria....
by Kairos Alive | Jul 28, 2016 | Article, Dancing Heart™, Featured Article
Originally published on the Mardag Foundation’s website, “Improving Community Vitality Through Elder Vitality” highlights Kairos Alive’s work in Bemidji, MN during a multi-year Residency made possible by funding from the Mardag Foundation...
by Kairos Alive | Jun 30, 2016 | Article, Dance Hall, Dancing Heart™, Maria
In an article originally posted on HowlRound in December, Maria Genné helped answer the question; where do older adults fit in to our world today? Today her insights form an important foundation for Kairos Alive! as we continue to dance, learn and grow. Dancing is...
by Kairos Alive | Jun 16, 2016 | Article, Dancing Heart™, life long learning
In his New York Times column earlier this week, “The Building Blocks of Learning”, David Brooks references author Paul Tough’s new book, “Helping Children Succeed.” According to Brooks, Tough cites the work of researchers as he asks how we can improve students’...
by Kairos Alive | Jun 9, 2016 | Article, Research
At the core of Kairos Alive! programs lie years of research, evidence and practice. We strive to provide education through sharing up-to-date, verifiable and relevant research. This excerpt from “The Importance of a Creative Arts Program for Senior Housing Residents”...
