VillageCore, San Diego, CA (2025)

08/28/2025

🧠 AI is changing the job market, especially for young professionals.

A Stanford study revealed that workers aged 22 to 25 in AI-exposed roles such as software development, customer service, and accounting have experienced a 13 percent drop in employment since 2022.

AI is reshaping the very jobs that once launched tech careers, but there is a way to stay ahead

Join InterGen Innovators
This 6-week hands-on program is built for young professionals ready to grow in tech with support and purpose
Here is what you will get:
✅ Real-world experience in AI and VR
✅ Mentorship from experienced tech leaders
✅ A hackathon and pitch opportunity
✅ Certifications that strengthen your resume
✅ Internship opportunities
✅ Meaningful connections with senior mentors

📅 The next cohort starts September 11
Apply as soon as possible to secure your interview

🔗 Schedule your interview now:
https://calendly.com/villagecore-interview-team/intergen-innovators

🌐 Learn more: https://villagecore.org/intergen-innovators

08/25/2025

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💡 Want to reskill in AI and be part of something meaningful?

Our InterGen Innovators program is back, starting Sept 11! 🎉

It’s a free 6-week virtual program where people of all ages come together to learn AI tools, build projects, and pitch ideas to real startups.

👉 Follow VillageCore for updates
👉 Check out our brand new website: villagecore.org
👉 Sign up today. Spots are limited!

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08/25/2025

🎶 What if caregiving stories were an album?
Caregiving for Seniors is now streaming!

💛 Based on Yasmin Shah’s book, this collection of tracks honors the lessons, love, and resilience of caregivers everywhere.
Now available on Spotify, Apple Music, iHeart, and YouTube.

👉 Explore the full album: VillageCore.org
💬 Tag a caregiver who deserves to hear this.

08/25/2025

💛 For those who care, every day.

Our Caregiving Merch Collection celebrates the love, resilience, and dedication of caregivers everywhere.

🛍️ Shop totes, beanies, pillows, and more at VillageCore.org
👉 Tag a caregiver who deserves one of these!

08/25/2025

🌟 The Future of Aging Isn’t Just About Surviving… It’s About Leading.

By 2033, Social Security benefits could be cut by 24%. That’s up to $24,000 less each year for some couples.
Many older adults are turning to side gigs just to keep up, such as pet sitting, freelancing, and delivering groceries. But that’s survival.
At VillageCore, we believe aging isn’t about survival. It’s about leadership. 💪

That’s why we launched InterGen Innovators, a program where seniors, young professionals, and students learn AI together, build real projects, and create income with purpose.

At InterGen Innovators, you will:
✅ Learn AI tools like ChatGPT
✅ Team up with younger innovators
✅ Build your network and gain advisory roles
✅ Find purpose and community

Aging is not a quiet exit. It’s a new chapter. And sometimes the most powerful stories begin after 60.

👉 Learn more & join us: VillageCore.org/intergen-innovators

08/15/2025

Cohort 5 of Intergen Innovators just ended, and what they built was nothing short of powerful.

Over five weeks, intergenerational teams learned, collaborated, and grew, culminating in a six-hour AI Hackathon where they pitched real solutions to real-world challenges.

Here are the standouts who truly brought it to life:

🏆 First Place: FWVL
Polished, purpose-driven, and pitch-perfect.
This team nailed both innovation and delivery.
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🥈 Runner-Up: Macs.Ai
Their secret weapon? Intergenerational collaboration.
Their teamwork was a model for what VillageCore stands for.
Motti Attia Christopher Chou Singh eng

🌟 Most Thoughtful Design: The Agents
This team combined technical creativity with human-centered thinking.
Their concept reflected empathy, care, and a deep understanding of the communities they aimed to support.
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Thank you to our judges
Your insights, questions, and encouragement elevated every pitch.
Brad Phillips Bailey Paxton lee Kevin Waugaman Dr. Chitra Dorai Yasmin Zahra Shah Kim Petty Shirin Alipanah Crystal Garcia

Thank you to our mentors
You guided, challenged, and inspired our teams throughout the journey.
Your support made all the difference.

Shab Madina Annabel Lee Shokh K.

To every participant:
You reminded us what’s possible when generations come together to learn, build, and dream.

And to the entire VillageCore team—this experience would not be possible without you.
Angel Westerman Annie Mathew Sally Shan Teddy Shah Farheen Taquee Uzma Ali Mel Mitchell Sri Cressy

Which team or moment stood out to you?
Drop a comment below and help us celebrate intergenerational innovation.

08/13/2025

Exciting News from VillageCore!

We are pleased to announce that Shab Madina has joined the VillageCore Board of Directors as the A.I Chair. Shab has been instrumental as a Program Manager for Intergen Innovators since its inception, bringing over 35 years of experience driving technology and innovation across mobile and infrastructure products, and expertise in Security and AI. Shab’s strategic vision and passion for mentorship continue to drive our intergenerational initiatives forward.

Join us in congratulating Shab Madina on this exciting new role!

06/24/2025

FREE 6-Week AI Program for Retirees — Starts July 10th

Ever been curious about artificial intelligence (AI), but felt like it was out of reach? VillageCore’s Intergen Innovators Program is here to prove it’s never too late to learn something new.

This program is completely FREE and designed for seniors, retirees, and lifelong learners—no tech background needed.

Join a vibrant community of learners in this 6-week journey starting July 10th, 2025, where you’ll:

Learn how to use tools like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Claude, and Gemini
Explore how AI can support caregiving, healthcare, and community well-being
Team up with students and professionals to build meaningful tech projects
Receive mentorship from industry experts
Pitch your ideas at the end-of-program hackathon
Earn LinkedIn-ready certificates and even qualify for internships/advisory roles (if you want!)

Whether you’re brand new to AI or simply eager to explore a new chapter of learning, this program was built for YOU.

Apply now: https://villagecore.org/innovators/
Have questions? We’re happy to help.
Let’s learn, build, and connect—across generations.

06/17/2025

“I learned so much about AI and how it can shape my career. But the best part? Feeling like I’m part of the VillageCore family.”

Our student participants aren’t just gaining skills, they’re joining a community that uplifts every generation. 💛

06/10/2025

This young innovator joined our Intergen Innovators Program hoping to learn about technology, and left with so much more: real world skills, intergenerational mentorship, and a sense of purpose she didn’t expect.

At VillageCore, we don’t just teach tech we build community.

We connect generations to learn from one another, to grow together, and to shape a more inclusive future in AgeTech.

🎥 Watch her journey and see how we’re empowering the next generation of change makers, with the wisdom of those who came before.

05/09/2025

Missed our May cohort? Don’t worry — your next chance to start learning AI in a hands-on, supportive environment is right around the corner.

VillageCore’s 6-week Free AI Workshop starts July 10, 2025. This program is built for students, retirees, job-seekers, and professionals who want practical experience with artificial intelligence—while building meaningful, intergenerational connections.

Participants will:
Explore AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, Claude, and others

Learn core concepts in prompt engineering and responsible AI use

Apply AI to real-world challenges in healthcare, education, and aging

Work in small, intergenerational teams on collaborative projects

Conclude the program with a Hackathon and Quick Pitch Showcase,
presenting their ideas to industry leaders for feedback and internship consideration

Receive a certificate of completion

Workshop schedule: Thursdays, 5:00–6:00 PM PST
Start date: July 10, 2025
Cost: Free

Our May cohort brought together curious minds across generations to explore the possibilities of technology for good. Now, it’s your turn to dive in.

Apply today: https://lnkd.in/e4Vz5QjW

Learn. Connect. Build something meaningful—together.

05/09/2025

Today is National Lost Sock Memorial Day, and while it may seem lighthearted, there’s something deeply symbolic about the little things we lose along life’s journey.

For many older adults, a drawer of mismatched socks isn’t just about laundry — it’s a reminder of years lived, routines shared, and quiet moments filled with love and care.

At VillageCore, we know that caregiving is about more than just tasks. It’s about honoring the details — the favorite socks, the familiar routines, the small comforts that mean the most.

🌼 Today, we remember:
– The sock that always made them smile
– The caregiver who noticed it was missing
– The stories tucked into the quiet corners of daily life

🔗 Discover more stories of aging and caregiving in our app, Caregiving for Seniors which can be found here:

https://villagecore.org/app

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