Journaling is a therapeutic tool that helps older adults reflect on their lives in a meaningful way, preserve memories, and develop coping strategies to deal with the challenges of aging and loss.

Journaling provides individuals with opportunities create their legacies for future generations. Journal to the Self workshops allow participants to connect with others in meaningful way, tell their stories, and counter loneliness. 

Reflective writing in a community setting helps support cognitive health through encouraging memory recall and critical thinking skills, and is an effective tool for stress management.