02/26/2026

Village Connections Staff, Volunteers, Participants Learn about AI

Village Connections participants gathered February 24 for “AI in Aging,” a beginner’s guide to AI, led by LeadingAge Ohio Communications and Membership Coordinator Laurinda Johnson. Attendees learned the basics of artificial intelligence, how large language models generate responses, and how to write strong prompts by clearly defining intent, audience, context, preferences, and format. 

The conversation also addressed ethical use, including privacy, accuracy, transparency, inclusivity, and sustainability, reinforcing that AI should support human judgment—not replace it. Participants came up with their own examples and were able to see their prompts executed in real-time. Older adult participants, volunteers, and staff left with a better understanding of how to utilize AI thoughtfully and effectively for useful tasks. 

If you would like Laurinda to present on AI at your organization, email her at LJohnson@leadingageohio.org.