Who we are


One of our members noted that Creative Aging in Nyack "builds a vibrant and proud consciousness about aging." 


Our goal is to help people 60 and older who live in the Nyack area (zip code 10960) continue to be active and independent so they may remain in the homes of their choosing. We are interested in helping people thrive as they age and in breaking the stereotype of the aging person as dull and passive. We experience life fully, enjoy new opportunities, and continue to contribute to our community as we grow older. 

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2025 photo of many CAN members. Photo by Kristine Kumpf.
We are a close community, enjoying each other's company, and ready to help each other at any time.
Through the meetings we hold every two weeks, we provide information and activities to help keep our members informed, engaged, and healthy. These meetings have included topics and activities such as understanding living wills and trusts, power of attorney, and establishing a health care proxy; staying healthy through age appropriate exercise such as walking, chair yoga, and Qi Gong; and apprising our members of benefits available to them through resources such as the Rockland County Office for the Aging. But we go beyond topics around aging. We talk about community, humor, friendship, and the arts. All members receive The Notes, our newsletter which we send by email every two weeks after the meeting. The Notes has announcements and a full written narrative of everything that happened at the meeting.

We are a charitable 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Click on the button below to read our Bylaws.