Encore Creativity for Older Adults

Overview
Headquarters: 
Washington D.C., DC, USA
Website: 
encorecreativity.org
Size: 
1-10 employees
Founded: 
2007
Areas of Focus: 
Arts / Culture / Humanities
Populations Served: 
Elderly
About Us
Mission: 

Encore Creativity’s mission is to create meaningful arts experiences supporting lifelong learning, wellness, and fun for all older adults.

Programs: 

Encore Creativity for Older Adults is the nation’s largest choral arts organization for adults 55 and over. With over 40 ensembles (and growing!) nationwide, and over 1500 singers ages 55 to 99, Encore is a leading organization in the field of creative aging. We envision a world where all older adults have a place in the arts.

Encore’s programs include:

  • Encore Chorales, traditional choirs singing choral classics in four-part harmony
  • Encore ROCKS groups, singing rock ‘n’ roll hits from the 50s, 60s, and beyond
  • Arts for Life ensembles, which connect individuals with cognitive change and their care partners through song
  • Encore University, online educational classes focusing on key areas of artistic wellness

Accessibility is the key to Encore’s success. There are no auditions to become a member of an Encore program; interested singers need only to have a love for music and a desire to improve their physical, mental, and emotional health. No singer needs to have any experience with music or singing, and the ability to read music is not necessary. Singers may be seated or standing for all ninety-minute rehearsals and performances. Most importantly of all, Encore is fun! Encore singers love the music, love to sing, and thrive on the camaraderie that comes with the Encore experience.

Why Work For Us?: 

Encore Creativity is a mission-driven organization that supports older adults in the critical intersection of arts and wellness. We believe that all older adults deserve a place in the arts. We see every day how the arts have touched the lives of our singers - from providing strength and solace after loss to making new friends and forging communities, the arts have an important place in all of our lives.

Currently Encore Creativity operates on a hybrid schedule. Work is preformed primarily remotely with occasional pre-arranged in-person meetings in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Encore Creativity for Older Adults values diversity and invites all to share, learn, and create in an environment of respect.

We are dedicated to inclusion and welcome all staff, singers, and audience members: those of every race and ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, disability, veteran status, and religious and socio-economic backgrounds. We are a caring and equitable community where participants with different backgrounds, abilities, and experiences can thrive within our artistic family.

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industry: 
Nonprofit