**ANNOUNCING**

DESIGN A LIFE 2009
April 17, 2009, Cole Center
Cleveland State University

Featuring: Keynote Address by
Dr. Gene Cohen
Director, Center on Aging, Health & Humanities
Professor of Health Care Sciences &
Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences
George Washington University

Presenting:
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: What is Aging After All?
New findings on creative capacity and psychological growth with aging.
Positive Brain and Behavior Changes that Occur BECAUSE of Aging, Not Despite it

A growing body of literature emphasizes the link between health, well-being, and engagement in meaningful creative activities. Such activities provide an opportunity for individuals to maintain their identities, enhance self-esteem, manage stress, and regain strength and mobility subsequent to disabling illness (c.f. Bissell & Mallioux, 1981; Mee, Sumison, & Craik, 2004; Reynolds, 2003; Reynolds & Prior, 2003; among many others).

This site includes a report on the 2008 workshop, a bibliography page, a page for upcoming events, pictures from previous workshops, and a page listing community resources. We invite you to provide additional information for any of these pages.