Join us on Sunday, April 19 for 10:00am worship and then the 11:30am Adult Forum.
All Are Welcome! Childcare will be provided and a light lunch will be served.
“There’s No Place Like Home: Staying Put in New Canaan”
Gina Z. Blum – Executive Director of Staying Put in New Canaan, will discuss why do people want to stay put in New Canaan? “There’s No Place Like Home: Staying Put in New Canaan” highlights why so many older adults choose to remain in New Canaan as they age—and how the community makes that possible. With its strong sense of belonging, safety, and exceptional quality of life, New Canaan is an ideal place to grow older with independence, dignity, and connection.
The talk emphasizes the essential services provided by Staying Put in New Canaan, a nonprofit organization that helps seniors live independently in their own homes. These services include transportation, home maintenance support, tech help, social activities, and access to trusted resources—all aimed at enhancing well-being and reducing isolation.
Friends and parishioners of First Presbyterian are warmly invited to get involved by joining, volunteering, or supporting Staying Put. Whether it’s giving a neighbor a ride, helping with minor repairs, or simply sharing time and conversation, your involvement can make a real difference—and strengthen the fabric of our community
Gina Z. Blum was appointed Executive Director of Staying Put in New Canaan in March 2022. She brings a strong background in senior services and community engagement, having previously served as Executive Director of At Home In Darien, Assistant to the Director of the Stamford Senior Center, and Coordinator of the Collaborative Alliance of Fairfield County. Her leadership experience also includes roles as President of the Junior League of Stamford-Norwalk and Chair of the Fairfield County Women’s Center at Norwalk Community College.
Gina currently serves on the Board of the Italian Center in Stamford and is a sustaining member of the Junior League of Stamford-Norwalk. She holds a B.A. from Trinity College in Hartford. Gina is a dedicated community leader committed to strengthening connections and supporting older adults in living vibrant, engaged lives. She and her husband, Dave, have three children and a Wheaten Terrier. Outside of her professional life, Gina enjoys racquet sports, boating, gardening, and making the most of time with family and friends.
