Gray Panther Members usually gather socially most second Wednesdays each month. In May we gathered at Strawberry Creek Lodge, the oldest senior affordable housing community in Berkeley, The public was also invited for this event that is part of East Bay Affordable Housing Month, featuring speakers from Strawberry Creek Lodge Tenants Council, and other seniors living in similar communities.
We had tea and light refreshments in the garden, opportunity to hear speakers and join discussions on key topics. Residents, staff, and board members of affordable housing and cooperative developers were invited to learn from residents of multiple senior buildings what the
secrets of growing a strong sense of community as an essential part of aging well.
- 1 PM Doors Open
- 1:30 Welcome and Introductions
- Featured speakers from Strawberry Creek Lodge, Harriet Tubman Terrace, Redwood Gardens
- 2:30 - 3:30 Table Talks (not recorded)
- Light Refreshments
- Resource Tables
- Strawberry Creek Lodge Garden tour
As part of Affordable Housing Month in the East Bay (organized by East Bay Housing Organizations), we were delighted to have our May social in a Berkeley community exemplifying affordable senior living options where residents care for one another
Thanks for joining us in person for a topical conversation and light refreshments.
Organized by:
- Gray Panthers of Berkeley and the East Bay
- with Strawberry Creek Lodge Tenants Council and Board of Trustees
