SLO Village Movement

05/29/2026

After yesterday's rain, who's ready for some summer weather in June?

Vacation days don’t have to mean traveling — it could just mean actually taking time off work. This could be a "staycation" or even just a personal day.

Share with us: Have you ever taken a "staycation"? What would you add to this "staycation checklist"?

05/26/2026

A new friendship made at age 70 could easily last 30 years. Think about that!

While modern science is helping us live longer lives, one of our biggest hurdles is beating the epidemic of loneliness—especially for older adults who are transitioning out of careers or watching families disperse.

In a newly published excerpt from his book Longevity Nation, author Michael Clinton dives into the cutting-edge ways we can combat social isolation. Crucially, he highlights the power of grassroots, neighbor-to-neighbor initiatives like the Village Movement—showcasing how local "Villages" empower people to age in place, stay deeply rooted in their neighborhoods, and build the vital everyday connections that keep us thriving.

From the village concept to cross-generational programs and new AI companions, it's time to redefine what the second half of life looks like.

🔗 Click the link to read the full piece on TIME: https://time.com/article/2026/05/05/longevity-nation-book-excerpt-michael-clinton/

05/19/2026

We are proud to support and be part of the South County Chambers of Commerce!

Supporting local business. Creating connections. Strengthening our community. 💚

At South County Chamber of Commerce, we’re proud to support 500+ local businesses and nonprofits each year through advocacy, networking, resources, and programs that help South SLO County thrive.

When local organizations succeed, our entire community grows stronger.

We believe in showing up, building relationships, and creating opportunities that matter.
Thanks for being part of it. ✨

05/13/2026

Champion Your Health: The Wabi-Sabi Way

As we celebrate Older Americans Month and the theme, Champion Your Health, we’re exploring new ways to define what it means to be "healthy." Often, we think of health as a perfect destination, but what if health is actually found in the journey of Wabi-Sabi?

Wabi-Sabi is the ancient philosophy of finding beauty in the "perfectly imperfect." When we apply this to our health advocacy, it shifts our focus from "fixing" ourselves to nurturing ourselves exactly where we are.

How Wabi-Sabi Champions Your Health:

Emotional Equanimity: Championing your health isn't just physical. It’s about the mental resilience to "forgive and forget," letting go of old resentments to make room for today’s joy.

Physical Grace: Our bodies change, and that’s okay. Championing your health means honoring your physical history—those "character lines" and silver hairs—while staying active and mobile in ways that feel good now.

The Power of Perception: Studies show that a positive outlook on aging can lead to a longer, happier life. By choosing to see the "gold in the cracks," you are quite literally boosting your well-being.

Finding the "Gold": Whether it’s adapting a favorite hobby or discovering a new way to stay vertical and steady, health is about adapting with confidence.

This May, let’s stop chasing "perfect" and start championing the real, vibrant, and seasoned versions of ourselves. You aren't just aging; you are becoming a masterpiece of experience.

What is one way you are "Championing Your Health" this week? Whether it’s a walk in the fresh air or a moment of mindful reflection, we want to hear about it!

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05/12/2026

We are so grateful for the friendship and support of Meals That Connect and all they bring to our community.

Their team thoughtfully works around our Connection Café schedule, helping create a welcoming space where adults can gather, connect, and share meaningful time together.

A few of our members and volunteers stay after Connection Café to enjoy the meals provided at UCC SLO, turning conversation and community into nourishment in every sense of the word.

05/11/2026

We had a blast doing Movewithmayorinslo and were so happy that our friend from Meals That Connect - Senior Nutrition Program could join us. Thank you, Erica SLO City Mayor and Fitness.

05/10/2026

Celebrating the Wisdom of Generations
Mother’s Day is a beautiful opportunity to honor the many ways people nurture, guide, and support one another. Today, we celebrate the wise older adults in our community who have spent a lifetime planting seeds of kindness and strength.

Whether you are a mother, a grandmother, a mentor, or a "bonus" mom, your presence shapes the world around us. We recognize that this day holds different meanings for everyone—it can be a day of joy, a day of quiet reflection, or a day to honor a legacy.

Today, we celebrate:

The mentors who share their life lessons with the next generation.

The community pillars who offer a listening ear and a helping hand.

The friends who have become family through years of shared history.

The caregivers who provide comfort and grace every single day.

To all the women who continue to lead with heart and wisdom: Thank you for all you do.

05/08/2026

TOMORROW is the day! Join SLO Village Movement on May 9th for a welcoming indoor community workout with Move with the Mayor, led by Mayor Erica A. Stewart and Mike Z. Robinson of MZR Fitness. This session supports our Staying Vertical initiative, focused on building strength, balance, and mobility for healthy aging.

📍 Location: UCC SLO (indoor)
🚪 Doors Open: 9:45 AM
⏰ Event Begins: 10:00 AM
📝 RSVP required — space is limited

Champion Your Health starts now—and sometimes it’s as simple as changing your ways with small, consistent habits. Try just one strength and balance class and see how it shifts how you feel, move, and show up each day.

05/07/2026

Adventist Health Central Coast Foundation invites community members to attend an upcoming The Doctor Is In event, a free lunch and learn focused on the impact of ultra processed foods on health across the lifespan. This engaging conversation will bring together local experts to explore how dietary h...

05/07/2026

VtV Network gets a mention in this TIME piece!

We’re Living Longer But Getting Lonelier. Here’s What Can Help
https://time.com/article/2026/05/05/longevity-nation-book-excerpt-michael-clinton/