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News OASIS Receives National Leadership Award from NCOA March 7, 2007  CHICAGO - The OASIS Institute received a national leadership award from the National Council on Aging (NCOA) at its annual joint conference with the American Society on Aging in Chicago, IL. OASIS received the Jack Ossofsky Award, which is given to individuals or organizations that have taken a creative, new idea and developed it into a successful program, service, or policy that helps older people achieve vital aging. Jack Ossofsky was a former president of NCOA.
Sandra King, past chair of the NCOA Board of Directors and chair of the Award Committee, said "Through its extensive work in lifelong learning and the contributions that retired people offer, OASIS has created a new and engaging perspective on the possibilities that exist for older persons and for their communities."
NCOA President and CEO James Firman said, "NCOA is proud to present this award to the OASIS Institute for its substantial contributions to improving the lives of older Americans."
OASIS is a national nonprofit education organization that strengthens communities by providing lifelong learning and service opportunities that inspire mature adults to pursue vibrant, healthy, productive and meaningful lives. Programs in the arts, humanities, health, technology and volunteer service are offered in 25 cities through Macy's stores and community partners such as housing communities, healthcare providers, faith-based organizations, school districts and community agencies. OASIS was founded in 1982 by Marylen Mann, current board chair, with a two-year grant from the U. S. Administration on Aging to demonstrate the feasibility of a public-private partnership.
"We feel very honored to receive this award and are grateful to the U. S. Administration on Aging for recognizing the value of public-private partnerships, and to Federated Department Stores" said Mann. "The centers they provide in Macy's stores are a vibrant setting that is a magnet for people seeking intellectual stimulation, physical health and social engagement."
Marcia Kerz, president of OASIS, said "NCOA has provided valuable leadership and guidance as we have worked over the last several years to offer our programs to a broader audience. We look forward to working with our partners across the country to bring OASIS opportunities to more communities."
About the National Council on AgingThe National Council on Aging's mission is to improve the lives of older Americans. NCOA programs help older people remain healthy and independent, find jobs, increase access to benefits programs, and discover meaningful ways to continue contributing to society. A charitable organization with a national network of more than 14,000 organizations and leaders, NCOA was founded in 1950 and is based in Washington, DC. For more information: Janice Branham, Director of Communications The OASIS Institute 314.862.2933 ext 229 jbranham@oasisnet.org OASIS News Releases April 28, 2008 OASIS Video to be Broadcast on National Television April 1, 2008 OASIS Receives $2.5 Million from The Atlantic Philanthropies Supporting Business Plan for Expansion October 10, 2007 OASIS Marks 25th Anniversary at National Conference, unveils five-year business plan to increase its impact March 14, 2007 AT&T Foundation Makes $1 Million Technology Grant to The OASIS Institute March 7, 2007 OASIS Receives National Leadership Award from NCOA February 8, 2007 OASIS Plans to Expand Programs to Reach a Broader Audience Atlantic Philanthropies Grant To Support Expansion Plan February 5, 2007 OASIS Institute Names Five Centers of Excellence for 2007-08 November 6, 2006 Marylen Mann Receives Distinguished Alumni Award from Washington University October 30, 2006 OASIS Institute Receives National Award from HHS for Promoting Healthy Lifestyle August 2, 2006 New Research Shows Active Living Every Day a Success at Activating Sedentary Adults June 21, 2006 Four New Directors Elected to the Board of The OASIS Institute April 11, 2006 OASIS Wins National RespectAbility Program of Excellence Award Recognizing Promising Practices in Civic Engagement April 11, 2006 OASIS Awarded $45,000 Grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation for Intergenerational Healthy Lifestyles Program January 24, 2006 OASIS Receives $778,424 in Grants from the Missouri Foundation for Health to Improve Physical and Mental Health for Mature Adults January 18, 2006 OASIS President Participates in White House Conference on Aging December 5, 2005 OASIS Founder Marylen Mann Receives AARP Impact Award August 25, 2005 SBC Foundation Funds OASIS Project to Expand Workforce Development and Community Service June 27, 2005 Survey Finds Older Americans, Baby Boomers Want Jobs With a Purpose April 5, 2005 Department Store Helps City Seniors Find Haven to Continue Learning March 16, 2005 AoA's You Can! Steps to Healthier Aging Campaign Recognizes Joint Project of OASIS and San Antonio Partners March 5, 2005 More Seniors Use Technology to Stay Connected New study shows Internet use by mature adults up 6 percent (age 50-64); 9 percent (age 65+) |
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