"All Access with Andy Garcia" to Explore the Role of Community in Aging at Mennonite Village
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"All Access with Andy Garcia" to Explore the Role of Community in Aging at Mennonite Village
Upcoming segment will examine how connections and resident-led activities shape life in a senior living community.
PORTLAND, Ore., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- All Access with Andy Garcia is scheduled to film at Mennonite Village in Albany, Oregon, on October 8, 2026, for an upcoming educational segment about the importance of community as people age. The production will look at how older adults form meaningful relationships, take part in shared activities, and find support as their needs change.
At Mennonite Village, community life takes shape in ways both planned and spontaneous. Residents bring people together around their own interests, while staff offer programs and gathering spaces that make it easy to connect. The segment will explore both the everyday friendships that develop on campus and the more structured opportunities to participate in community life.
The story of Mennonite Village dates back to the organization's founding in 1947, when Lydia Stutzman's vision for caring for older adults took shape in a home for 24 residents. Today, the Albany campus offers a range of senior living and care options. As more families consider how and where to age, the segment will explore how opportunities for friendship and belonging can enrich daily life at every stage of aging.
"As we age, the importance of community becomes even more meaningful. We all need a place where we feel connected, supported, and valued. Community reminds us that we are never meant to walk through life alone. It is through our relationships, shared experiences, and care for one another that we find purpose, belonging, and joy at every stage of life." — Diane Hood, CEO of Mennonite Village.
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"All Access with Andy Garcia" produces educational stories that introduce Public Television audiences to the people and organizations working across a range of fields. The series uses documentary storytelling to make timely topics accessible through firsthand perspectives and on-location reporting. Learn more at www.allaccessptv.com.
About Mennonite Village
Mennonite Village is a not-for-profit continuing care retirement community in Albany, Oregon. Founded in 1947, it offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing, with opportunities for residents to connect and participate in community life. Learn more at www.mennonitevillage.org.
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<p>Upcoming segment will examine how connections and resident-led activities shape life in a senior living community. PORTLAND, Ore., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- All Access with Andy Garcia is scheduled to film at Mennonite Village in Albany, Oregon, on October 8, 2026, for an upcoming...</p>
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