Glowing Older

The co-founders of Art Against Ageism talk about the alliance of artists and art activists seeking to combat ageism and promote age positivity. Learn how artistic activism can change people's minds about stereotypes around aging and older adults. About Meg Meg LaPorte helps aging services entities dismantle ageism in creative ways so that their communities can be the best environments for elde...

Berit Lewis shares insights from her new book Ageing Upward, A mindfulness-based framework for the longevity revolution . Learn how to create more acceptance, self-compassion and mental flexibility while overcoming unconscious negative beliefs and societal discrimination. About Berit Berit Lewis is co-founder of Thrive Life , customized mindfulness-based training programs. She is an accredited MBS...

Nicole Will shares insights from 120+ willGather podcasts episodes about family caregiving, the care economy, and senior living. Learn about her mission to bring senior living out into the community and empower older adults and families. About Nicole Nicole Will is a passionate advocate for our aging community, equipping older adults, family caregivers, and eldercare professionals with valuable in...

Paula Hertel and Nancy Schier Anzelmo had a dream to support individuals with mild cognitive decline and their care partners through the magic of horses. Learn how their passion for horses and senior living collided in 2015 with Connected Horse , how research from Stanford and UC Davis shows a reduction in depression, improved sleep and increased feelings of hope and connection, and their plans to...

Katherine Lord promotes aging well and intergenerational connection through her work as Director of Community Operations at Club Management Association of America. She talks industry disruption, inclusive wellness, and the opportunity to support people at all stages of life. About Katherine Katherine Lord is a marketing, communications, and programming enthusiast who loves to bridge the gap betwee...

With degrees in design, gerontology, environmental psychology, and community planning, Esther Greenhouse brings a unique perspective to housing and communities. Learn about Silver to Gold’s Enabling Design Approach that eases the staffing crisis by creating environments that support independence and allow people of all ages to flourish. About Esther Esther Greenhouse, CEO of Silver to Gold Strateg...

Jennifer is the co-host of the Biophilic Solutions ™, a podcast about the human connection to nature, and faculty advisor at the Penn Center for Neuroaesthetics and Brain Health Initiative — a collaborative effort that launched with  Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School Teaching Hospital.   About Jennifer Jennifer is a 26-year serial entrepreneur in the wellness, beauty, and r...

The “Ambassador of Elderhood” talks about approaching aging as a “Team Sport.” His newest venture, PLAYING TO WIN , is a Global Symposium on Aging Magnificently presented by Lifespark in partnership with The Eden Alternative . The 10-week online educational series focuses on creating strength, purpose, and belonging through gamification, combating ageism, and shifting the focus of wellness from “M...

Jeannie Ralston talks about the evolution of NextTribe , the travel and events company for women 45+. Learn about how NextTribe breaks down stereotypes about aging while providing opportunities for community and adventure. About Jeannie Jeannie Ralston is the co-founder and CEO of NextTribe, which informs, promotes, and connects women who are determined to “Age Boldly” (NextTribe’s tagline). In ad...

The Positive Aging Community is leading the conversation on aging well with professionals, older adults, and family members. Steve shares key trends and lessons learned from more than 300 interactive discussions on resources for senior living, aging in place, and thriving in the next chapter. About Steve Steve Gurney founded Retirement Living SourceBook in 1990. Drawing from the experience of obse...

As senior columnist and on-air expert at Yahoo Finance and author of more than a dozen books, Kerry Hannon is on mission is to help people improve their lives and the lives of others—whether it's finding a dream job, starting an entrepreneurial venture, or securing a financial future. About Kerry Kerry Hannon is a workplace futurist and a leading expert and strategist on career management and...

Brian Patterson talks about his role as Goodwin Living’s Innovation and Development Chef, including mentorship, vocational culinary programs, and sustainability. Learn why Goodwin Living is a Washington Post Top Workplace for the past four consecutive years. About Brian Brian Patterson is the Innovation and Development Chef at Goodwin Living™, supporting dining services operations at the three sen...

As Senior Vice President of Operations for Sunrise Senior Living , Denise Falco is helping residents design their preferred lifestyle in the heart of New York City. Learn how Sunrise is creating the best of urban living—from 5-star dining, to state-of-the-art technology, to a partnership with The Julliard School, to Silver LEED Certification and WELL Building Standards. About Denise Denise joined...

The founder of Silvereco.org talks about the 2023 Silver Eco & Ageing Well International Festival at the prestigious Palais des Festivals de Cannes on September 18th. More than 30 countries are expected to participate in the most comprehensive B2B for aging services in the world. Highlights include the SilverNight International Ageing Awards , expert forums, an expo of aging services and produ...

As professor of health care policy at Harvard Medical School, Dr. Grabowski advises the US Congress on Medicare policy issues and nursing home reform. Learn about the recommendations from CMS’s Coronavirus Commission on Safety and Quality in Nursing Homes and the National Academies of Sciences Engineering and Medicine Commission . About David David C. Grabowski, Ph. D. is a professor of health car...

The CEO of Sparkle Success talks about the ways activity directors make a difference in senior living communities and the elevation of the position post pandemic. About Bryan Bryan Rife , CEO of Sparkle Success, has over 27 years in the healthcare arena and holds a Life Coach Certification through the Academy of Modern Applied Psychology and is nationally certified as an Activity Director with a s...

With more than 800 people certified worldwide, the Validation Training Institute provides virtual certification programs for aging service professionals and caregivers. Vicki de Klerk-Rubin shares her life work continuing her mother’s legacy, communication tips, and highlights of the upcoming Validation World Congress in partnership with #activitiesstrong .  About Vicki Vicki de Klerk-Rubin is the...

As Spark Performance League Commissioner, Angie McAllister designs events that build strength, purpose, and belonging—with a healthy dose of competition thrown in. Learn about Lifespark ’s TRYathlon™ Tournament and National Forklift Racing League, plus musings on next generation senior living and aging in place. About Angie Angie McAllister NHA has nearly three decades of experience in senior livi...

One of the most powerful voices in the business of aging well, Bob Kramer shares his vision for transformational change in senior housing and healthcare, solutions for the crippling staffing crisis, and exciting collaborations with NIC and Nexus Insights. About Bob Bob Kramer is Founder and Fellow at Nexus Insights , a think tank advancing the well-being of older adults through innovative models o...

Charles de Vilmorin, Co-founder & CEO of Linked Senior , talks about leveraging real-time data to create more meaningful engagement and how #ActivitiesStrong is elevating the life enrichment role to the C-Suite. About Charles Charles is passionate about honoring the older adults in our society. From his master’s thesis on nursing homes and memory care, to his close connections with the older a...

Joanna Mansfield, General Manager of Coterie Hudson Yards in Manhattan, talks about elevating the urban lifestyle concept. She shares her strategies for creating a boutique experience and using technology for uber-personalization and on-demand access. About Joanna Joanna Mansfield has been integral to launching Coterie , a luxury senior living development by Related Companies and Atria Senior Livi...

The CEO of Delight by Design and MezTal talks about the progression of senior living and age-tech, new definitions of wellness, and her foray into venture capital with Third Act Ventures and AgeTech Capital . About Sarah Sarah Thomas is an accomplished leader of innovation. She serves as a global aging expert advising startups, large corporations and investors, with over 20 years dedicated to tran...

The Founder & CEO of The Super Ag e and author of THE SUPER AGE: DECODING OUR DEMOGRAPHIC DESTINY shares his views on aging in place, the changing workforce, age-tech, and the return of the multigenerational household. About Bradley Bradley Schurman is an expert on demographic change and how it disrupts social, cultural, political, and economic norms across the United States and around the wor...

The Director of Public Messaging at LeadingAge , a national organization serving older adults through aging services providers, talks about Opening Doors to Aging Services . The initiative shares research, strategies, and tools for aging services professionals to positively promote this sector to older adults, families, and potential team members. About Gwen Gwen Fitzgerald is a communications pro...

The Associate Principal and Senior Interior Designer of THW Design and board member of the American Academy of Healthcare Interior Designers (AAHID) has been an advocate for inclusive and ethical design for older adults for 23 years. Learn about intentional planning to create spaces that reflect today’s residents’ interests and concerns for mental and physical health, the environment and social im...