Over 10,000 Americans turn 65 everyday. A rate that will continue through 2027. That's 4.18 million people reaching retirement age this year alone. Senior, elder, retiree, can one name fit all? In fact, Senior? Elder? Older? Does the name fit? When considering accessibility for this demographic, it’s important to think…
The smile, as they tell their favorite story, yet again. The joy, when the grandkids call. The relief, when a family realizes they can make the math work. The long sighs, the much-needed laughs, and, yes, the tears as time works its wonder and wear on the people we love…
Healthy vision should be a priority for older adults. As a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA), I benefit from continuing education. A recent webinar I attended was about maintaining healthy vision. It was very informative. Two ophthalmologists gave the presentation. As part of their presentation, they shared the "Seeing Well as…
In recognition of Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month, now might be a good time to learn more about Dementia Villages.Dementia Villages can be a positive way to integrate people living with dementia into society. According to a New York Times article from 7/3/23, these villages or "microtowns" are a growing…
Language plays a critical role in caring for older adults. Let’s talk about elderspeak. Last week, we discussed how we talk about our clients and our industry. How we describe, as a group, the people we help. Seniors? Elders? Geriatrics? Guess what — we’re on to something. Recently, no less…
Valuable insights as to how we speak about our clients as Age Pros. Generations always come with names. GenX, GenY, GenZ, Millennial. Attributes are given diverse, digitally savvy, educated, entrepreneurial, inclusive. So, how do we speak about our clients as Age Pros? What exactly happens as each generation ages? 10,000…
Language plays a critical role in caring for older adults. Let’s talk about elderspeak. Last week, we discussed how we talk about our clients and our industry. How we describe, as a group, the people we help. Seniors? Elders? Geriatrics? Guess what — we’re on to something. Recently, no less…
Something special happens when a wide variety of aging industry professionals (agepros) come together. All dedicated to improving the lives of older adults, keeping them independent, healthy and safe. That’s why we created AgePros. The only community that brings together every type of aging industry professional. One place to find…
Although aging is a certainty, by the time clients reach out for an aging industry professional you can be sure it's a crisis. The same is true for employers. Even one resignation can make filling a job urgent. These email tips for aging industry professionals are designed to ensure you're…
The end of one year and start of another is always a poignant time. And a good time to think of all we learned over the last year. From our clients, and from each other. As AgePros to reflect and look ahead. Let's talk about that first one. The clients…
