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The Saratoga Vital Aging Network (SVAN) is located in Saratoga Springs, New York. Its members are people fifty-five years old and older, living in Saratoga County, who are entering or living in the third phase of life. SVAN's purpose is to promote self-determination, civic engagement and personal growth for people as they age, through education and advocacy. The Saratoga Vital Aging Network is a project of the Saratoga Institute.

 

 

Recent Newsletter

WINTER 2013

 

 

 

We Are YOU
 
YOU who have entered into the third phase of life.
YOU who are Boomers.  
YOU who are contemplating retirement.
YOU who have “graduated” from your mid-life work.

YOU who want meaningful work, whether paid or volunteer.
YOU who have started a new career.
YOU who want to make your city, your country, and your world a better place.
YOU who want to continue to learn and grow.
YOU who love to play.
YOU live here.
YOU worship here.
YOU pay taxes here.
YOU vote here.
YOU have family here.
YOU have friends here.
YOU spend money here.

To promote self-determination through:

Health and Wellness Programs
Opportunities beyond retirement
Development of personal strengths

To promote civic engagement through:

Being informed about issues that impact older adults
Participating in relevant public policy decisions
Grassroots organizing and advocacy for aging-friendly communities

To promote personal growth through:

Opportunities for continued education
Options for meaningful work
Connections to the community
Cultural exploration