Abundant Aging

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Ashton's Origin Story (1:02) Starting a Blog (2:29) Self-Publishing Experience (5:14) The Importance of Community (9:49) Learning in Public (11:01) The Challenge of Ageism Awareness (16:27) Global Ageism Awareness (18:51) Rebranding Old School (19:56) Who is Missing? (23:13) Energy in Advocacy (24:12) Necessary for Some, Good for All (26:10) Creati...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Ted’s Background and Journey to Ageless Innovation (0:41) Passion for the Aging Space (2:22) Engaging Older Adults (4:37) The Fun Lab Experience (8:06) Impact of Robotic Pets (12:28) Market Demand in Aging (15:00) The Opportunity in Innovation (19:31) Redesigning Classic Games (21:15) Purpose of Play (25:16) Reach Out and Play Initiative (28:37) Ag...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Joe’s Background and journey as an executive and entrepreneur (01:04) Exploring the 'Why' of Dialogue Miles (1:59) Empathy vs. Sympathy (3:39) Journey of Self-Discovery (6:11) Listening and Awareness in Conversations (9:29) The Role of Gratitude (11:09) Natural Interactions Over Formality (16:24) Planning for Life After Work (20:24) Embracing Chang...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Introduction to Today’s Topic on the Podcast (0:07) Discussion on Ageism (0:38) Upcoming Symposium Announcement (1:08) Reframing Aging for All Ages (2:05) Experiences with Ageism (3:25) Cultural Impacts of Ageism (5:25) Normal Aging Misconceptions (6:05) Purpose in Later Life (7:14) Impact of Messages on Children (9:01) Ageism as a Bias Against Fut...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Introduction to Today’s Topic on the Podcast (0:07) The mission of the Ruth Frost Parker Center (0:37) Care Partners vs. Caregivers (0:54) The Embedded Nature of 'Caregiver' (1:49) Personal Relationships in Caregiving (3:03) Personal Stories of Caregiving (4:32) Redefining Relationships in Care (5:45) Human Connection in Care (6:53) NaviGuide Servi...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Introduction to the Topic for Today’s Episode (0:07) Annual Symposium Announcement (0:46) Discussion on Burden Perception (1:09) Personal Anecdote on Caregiving (2:20) Guilt in Asking for Help (4:03) Reframing Dependency (4:55) Acknowledgment of Support (6:13) Complexity of Relationships (7:26) Balancing Needs in Relationships (8:36) Closing Remark...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Introduction to the Topic of Today’s Podcast (0:07) Upcoming Symposium Announcement (0:41) Aging is Not a Solo Sport (1:29) Cultural Notion of Independence (2:16) Sports Metaphor for Aging (3:09) Social Isolation and Aging (4:30) Importance of Community Support (5:33) Transitioning Out of Careers (7:48) Changing Team Dynamics (9:01) Final Thoughts...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Introduction to Episode and Aging in Place (0:07) Annual Symposium Announcement (1:08) Understanding Aging in Place (1:50) Emotional Attachments to Home (3:00) Anticipating Future Needs (3:30) The Burden of Possessions (4:49) Grief and Letting Go (5:39) Finding Joy in Letting Go (8:29) Relief from Burdens (10:10) Impact of Physical Possessions (11:...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Introduction to the Special Mini Series for the Symposium (0:07) Aging is Universal (1:30) The Modern History of Celebrating Birthdays (2:49) Defining Ageism (4:05) Societal Perceptions of Aging (5:10) Historical Context of Ageism (6:03) An Example of Ageist Remarks in Healthcare (7:16) Final thoughts and takeaways (8:35) Join Us at the Ruth Frost...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Introducing the Art of Aging Summer Series (0:04) Shifting societal mindset about aging (2:33) Personal experience with aging (6:16) Giving back in aging (8:05) Inspirational figure in aging (9:56) Conclusion and audience engagement (13:26) Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, an...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: The need to rethink societal norms (1:50) The new map of life (4:01) Challenges and insights of the new map of life (10:37) Benefits of lived experience in leadership (15:27) Final thoughts and takeaways (18:44) Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to impro...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Introduction to the Special Summer Series on Art of Aging (0:04) Introduction of Laura Carstensen (1:23) Laura's Passion for Aging Research (3:54) Challenges and Opportunities of Longer Life Expectancy (5:43) Redefining Work and Education for Longer Lives (8:54) Promoting Creativity and Contributions in Aging (12:25) Embracing Human-Centered Design...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Introducing the Art of Aging Summer Series (0:04) Reimagining Aging (1:28) Creating Intergenerational Communities (3:08) Elizabeth's Personal Aging Experience (6:01) Physical Changes and Resistance to Aging (8:19) Inspirational Aging (10:30) Conclusion and Call to Action (14:16) Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. T...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Introducing the Art of Aging Summer Series (0:12) Defining the Target Audience (1:28) Challenges of Co-Housing (5:24) Developing Co-Housing (11:47) Interdependence and Intergenerational Living (12:25) Technologies for Co-Living (14:43) Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and ins...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Introducing the Art of Aging summer series (0:16) Welcoming Elizabeth White (1:29) Elizabeth's Lived Experience (2:28) Transition from Employment Advocacy to Housing Solutions (5:33) Challenges of Aging Alone and Housing Needs (11:29) Development of Community Living Concept (13:00) Success and Growth of Plus 50 Entrepreneurs (16:56) Abundant Aging...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Amanda's journey into human-centered design (0:44) Challenges in designing technology for older adults (3:13) Redefining value in people with dementia (5:11) Personal motivation in dementia research (8:02) Projects in art therapy for people with dementia (9:09) The influence of environment on technology use (14:10) Journey mapping in technology des...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Laura’s Background and Passion for Longevity (2:12) Challenges of Aging (3:32) Health and Societal Perceptions (4:14) Rethinking Work and Education (7:24) Transcending Life Stages (14:30) The New Map of Life (17:12) The Age Wave (24:03) Benefits of Lived Experience (00:26:31) Challenges and Opportunities of Aging (31:09) Changing Societal Mindset (...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Kirsten's Background and Passion for Drama Therapy (0:07) Drama Therapy: Definition and History (8:28) Community Building and Emotional Regulation (10:27) Exercises for Rebuilding Community (15:29) Creative Energy and Therapeutic Benefits (20:15) The Importance of Creativity (22:43) Individualized Trauma Therapy (25:17) Retraining and Building Resi...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Maxine's Career and Passion for the Industry (1:18) The Rewarding Nature of Therapy (2:09) Functional Health and Aging (3:48) Motivation and Progress in Therapy (6:16) Regaining Strength and Flexibility (8:08) Perception of Therapy in Post-Acute Care (9:06) Therapy in Facilities and Homes (11:11) The Impact of Therapy on Healthcare Spending (15:28)...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Keren’s background and work in gerontology (1:05) The motivation for working with older adults (2:26) Connecting technology with the needs of older adults (3:37) Keren’s training in gerontology and its influence on her view of technology (5:26) Understanding age tech and longevity tech (9:08) Evaluating the promise of age tech solutions (10:43) Cha...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Monique’s passion for Hospital Medicine (2:00 Hospital as a System within a System (3:03) Role of a Hospitalist (4:38) Costs and Expenses in Hospitalization (7:14) The Hospital as a Social Safety Net (10:57) Challenges in Hospital Transitions and Social Supports (11:38) Value of Social Supports in Healthcare (14:08) Patient Advocacy and Best Practi...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Anita's Background and Research (0:07) Becoming Fascinated with Bioethics (2:03) Evolution of Bioethics and Ethical Issues (4:11) Principles of Bioethics (6:23) Ethical Dilemmas in Research and Data Usage (8:27) Social Determinants of Health and Personalized Care (14:37) Challenges of Hospital at Home and Ethical Considerations (18:24) Digital Lite...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: The concept of music as medicine (0:07) Andy’s background and experience in the space (1:07) How Andy became connected with music therapy (2:18) The SingFit method (7:50) The impact of music on the brain (9:36) Rhythm and its therapeutic effects (15:12) The success and scale of therapeutic music (19:22) Essential elements of a music therapy program...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: Abby’s background and motivation for her work (0:29) Defining Longevity Tech (4:43) Investment Areas (7:18) Challenges in the Healthcare System (11:16) Preventative Measures and Individual Behavior (12:43) Gamification and Engaging Older Adults (19:38) Financial Savings and Design (23:59) Reliability and Customer Satisfaction (26:56) Immersive Embe...

Highlights from this week’s conversation include: The journey of a care partner (0:07) Discovering the power of art (2:19) The Maude’s Awards initiative (9:15) Application and selection process (13:23) Impactful programs funded by Maude’s Awards (14:27) From caregiver to care partner (15:41) Supporting those in the early stages of dementia (22:06) Embracing joy and happiness (23:07) The importance...