Ageless Wonders Project
About Ageless Wonders
Ageless Wonders is the Senior Program at CAO of WNY, designed to celebrate, support, and empower the inspiring older generation in our community. Through art workshops, social engagement, and wellness-focused activities, we foster connection, creativity, and a renewed sense of purpose for seniors across Buffalo and Western New York. In 2024, we launched a multimedia project featuring the remarkable individuals in our program through film, photography, and podcasts. We invite you to support Ageless Wonders, helping us sustain this valuable initiative and continue uplifting our seniors.
About #CAO60
2025 marks the 60th anniversary of the Community Action Organization of WNY—a celebration of six decades of service, empowerment, and impact across Buffalo and Western New York. Throughout the year, #CAO60 honors the people, programs, and partnerships that have shaped our legacy while looking ahead to the next generation of community action.
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Ageless Wonders Documentary
"Ageless Wonders" is a documentary set in Buffalo, NY, where elderly individuals from the Black community participate in Vicente Rondon's negative photography workshop as part of the Senior Program at CAO of WNY. Beyond mastering the art of capturing and printing large-format photographs, participants engage in profound dialogues with Rondon about life, memory, and the past, resulting in evocative portraits. The documentary is now publicly available and can be viewed below, alongside several promotional videos:
(More shorts coming soon)
In collaboration with local photographers and our in-house creative team, we’re thrilled to introduce the second edition of our Ageless Wonders photography book, featuring stunning new portraits that celebrate our seniors’ vibrant lives. Currently in its second printing, this project is seeking sponsors to bring it to life. By sponsoring, you or your company can gain recognition in the book while directly supporting CAO of WNY’s charitable initiatives.
Interested in a copy or sponsorship? Fill out this form and we'll be in touch!
Photobook—2nd Print Coming Soon!
Short Podcast Series - "Voices of Buffalo"
Building on the photography project, this podcast series delves deeper into the lives of the seniors featured in the photos. Through intimate interviews, these seniors have a chance to express their life stories, share their perspectives on the project, and reflect on the differences they've observed between the analog and digital eras. Listen in to immerse yourself in their rich narratives, offering a unique auditory glimpse into the juxtaposition of times gone by and the present day.
Hosted by Kyra Essue.
Podcast
Ageless Wonders Gallery