JCLC Older Americans Month 2026

May is Older Americans Month!

JCLC would like to recognize and honor the incredible contributions older adults make in our Johnson County community. This year, the Older Americans Month theme is "Champion Your Health, " which focuses on prevention, wellness, and personal responsibility as cornerstones of healthy aging. Learn more about this year's theme at Older Americans Month | ACL Administration for Community Living.

Celebrate Older Americans Month by attending these JCLC Events:

The Fiancé: Performance and Guided Discussion

April 26, 2026, 2:00pm

Riverside Theater (119 E College St, Iowa City)

After the April 26 performance, there will be a talkback hosted in collaboration with Johnson County Livable Community for Successful Aging, featuring chair, John Kalohn, aging life coach & researcher Mary McCall, and FeatherStone’s Jordan Pahl. The talkback is free and open to the public; you do not need to attend that day’s performance to attend the talkback. More information about The Fiancé can be found at: The Fiancé - Riverside Theatre - Iowa City, Iowa

I Like it Here : Film Screening and Guided Discussion

May 7th, 6:30pm

FilmScene (404 E. College St. Suite 100, Iowa City)

As part of their Community Collaborations series, FilmScene will be hosting a screening of I Like it Here in partnership with the JCLC Policy Board, TRAIL, and other community organizations. Leaders from these organizations will facilitate a guided discussion after the screening! You can learn more about the film and get tickets (pay what you can) at: I LIKE IT HERE - FilmScene.

Eat Well: Simple Nutrition Strategies for Healthy Aging

May 13, 10:00am-11:30am

Johnson County Health & Human Services Building Room 203 (855 S. Dubuque St, Iowa City)

Join us for a practical, engaging session led by registered dietitian Susie Roberts, RDN, LD, who will focus on how everyday nutrition can support strength, energy, and overall wellness as we age.

Art Talk with Amanda Lensing

May 19, 3:00pm on Zoom