Asian-American Outreach Program
The Asian American Outreach Program, known locally as the "Lotus Program," is a program of the Marconi Older Adult Program, housed in the South Philadelphia Boys & Girls Club.
Established in 2018, this program serves older adults that speak Cantonese, Khmer, and Mandarin. The program is operated by Lynn Tang, the Asian American Outreach Coordinator, who provides a variety of in-person and virtual case management services.
In partnership with the Cambodian Association of Greater Philadelphia, Lynn also provides educational programming to our Marconi Older Adult Program members, promoting a culture of inclusion and cultural awareness.
The Lotus Program is a free gathering with lunch served to go at noon. Suggested donation of $1.25
Some of the activities in this program include:
EDUCATION:
Computer and Cell Phone Classes
English Language Classes
Storytime: Sharing cultural stories among members of different backgrounds
Cooking Demonstrations
Art Classes
EXERCISE:
Umbrella and Fan Dance
Tai Chi Classes
SOCIALIZATION:
Chat and Chew: members enjoy refreshments and share stories with each other
RECREATION:
Brain Teasers and Mind Games
Board Games
For more information on Marconi’s Asian Outreach Program, please contact Lynn Tang at ltang@caringpeoplealliance.org / (215) 717-1968
Lotus Program Highlighted Nationally
CAGP and Marconi put on a joint presentation at the National Council on Aging 2021 Age+Action Conference, focused on the topic of Practical Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives. Check out the presentation on YouTube, linked to the left.