Never Too Late - July 2023

PCOA In-house Specialists in LGBTQ Elder Care: Sarah Bahnson LGBTQ Community Liaison Elizabeth Reeves Community Services System Director John Chihak Intake Specialist Jennifer Caragan Case Management Supervisor

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Our Featured Artist: Jacqueline Chanda

The Drawing Studio is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit, creative learning organization that brings art and

Jacqueline Chanda, born in Detroit, MI, is a full time artist living in Tucson, AZ. She received her undergraduate degree in painting and drawing from UCLA, and holds graduate degrees

the benefits of creating art to the entire community. The Drawing Studio offers affordable fee-based and free classes and workshops, hosts events and exhibits, and fosters awareness of the positive effects of creativity on individuals. The mission is to inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to embrace art practice as a pathway to person growth and healthy community. PCOA and The Drawing Studio proudly partner to feature original work by older artists in Pima County in Never Too Late , celebrating and showcasing the creativity of older adults in our community. If you would like to see more of the artist’s work, or to begin an art practice of your own, you may call (520) 620-0947 or email anthony@thedrawingstudio.org.

from the Sorbonne University. She studied at the National School of Fine Arts and the Academy de Porte Royale both located in Paris, France. She is a representational figurative oil painter who loves to create narrative works that capture the expressions of common people doing everyday activities. More information about her artwork can be found on her website at www.jacquelinechanda.com.

Artist Statement In my artwork, I aim to communicate that which is inherently and universally human. The idea is to transcend cultural codes and trends. I don’t want to idealize society; instead my work addresses itself primarily to the mundane, common world of people involved in everyday activities. The art featured on this issue’s cover, Jazz Musicians, 48x36 Oil on canvas by Jacqueline Chanda, (full image above)

PCOA Board of Directors Agnes Poore, RN, Chair Estella Searcy, Vice Chair Ava Butler, Secretary Robert Ramirez, Treasurer Adaline Klemmedson, Immediate Past Chair

Members: Josephina Ahumada Karla Bennington ( Advisory Council Chair)

R.Wayne Wood M.D. David Yarger Title III Programs Advisory Council Karla Bennington, Chair Wendy Ascher, Vice Chair Fred Bossemeyer

Carla Castaneda Frederick R. Eisele Allan Gordon Denise Ochoa-Puchi Stella Mae Smith PCOA President & CEO W.Mark Clark

Piper Frithsen Christina Noz Beth Smith Denise Taylor

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Pima Council on Aging

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