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A philosophy that many of us have heard is “We all get to be young, but it is only the lucky who get to be old”. The Baby Boomer Generation is now reaching the age where the study of gerontology becomes increasingly relevant. Gerontology is the comprehensive study of Aging and its implications. It encompasses various disciplines such as biology, psychology, and sociology to understand the process of aging, the challenges faced by older adults, and the strategies to improve their quality of life. Our experts in this area of the site explore how Gerontology looks at the processes and problems of aging from all aspects including biologic, clinical, psychological, sociological, legal, economic and political.
Examples of professionals who might also identify as gerontologists include physicians, nurses, biologists, psychologists, social workers, economists and scholars in the humanities or arts. They are interested seeing the changes as we are aging, which includes our body, mind and social routines. They watch how society changes as the population gets older. And they figure out how to use this knowledge to create beneficial policies and programs for aging adults. Their insightful work can not only better support aging adults, but society more broadly.
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Exploring Gerontology A philosophy that many of us have heard is "We all get to be young, but it is only the lucky who get to be old". The Baby Boomer generation is now reaching the age where the study of gerontology becomes increasingly relevant. Gerontology is the comprehensive study of aging and…
Exploring Gerontology A philosophy that many of us have heard is "We all get to be young, but it is only the lucky who get to be old". The Baby Boomer generation is now reaching the age where the stu…
Exploring Gerontology A philosophy that many of us have heard is "We all get to be young, but it is only the lucky who get to be old". The Baby Boomer generation is now reaching the age where the study of gerontology becomes increasingly relevant. Gerontology is the comprehensive study of aging and its implications. It encompasses various disciplines such as biology, psychology, and sociology to understand the process of aging, the challenges faced by older adults, and the strategies to improve their quality of life. Our experts in this area of the site explore how Gerontology looks at the pr…
Your Aging Advisor Can Help As our loved one's age, family dynamics can become more complex. Balancing the needs and preferences of aging family members with those of other family members often requires careful navigation and support. An …
Your Aging Advisor Can Help As our loved one's age, family dynamics can become more complex. Balancing the needs and preferences of aging …
Your Aging Advisor Can Help As our loved one's age, family dynamics can become more complex. Balancing the needs and preferences of aging family members with those of other family members often requires careful navigation and support. An Aging Advisor can play a crucial role in facilitating this process, ensuring that everyone’s needs are met with compassion and understanding. Understanding Family Dynamics …
April Ibarra
November 18, 2024 
In this episode of Life Happens, host Kim Hegwood is joined by Katie Duncan to discuss her book The Dying Process and shed light on what happens during the final stages of life. Katie begins by sharing her background and the personal experiences that inspired her to write the book, offering listener…
In this episode of Life Happens, host Kim Hegwood is joined by Katie Duncan to discuss her book The Dying Process and shed light on what happens during the final stages of life. Katie begins by sharin…
In this episode of Life Happens, host Kim Hegwood is joined by Katie Duncan to discuss her book The Dying Process and shed light on what happens during the final stages of life. Katie begins by sharing her background and the personal experiences that inspired her to write the book, offering listeners insight into her motivation to educate others about this important topic.The conversation covers key aspects of the dying process, including the concept of the "End of Life Rally"—a temporary period of increased alertness that some individuals experience near the end of life. Kim and Katie also …
Kim Hegwood
September 26, 2024 
In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts talks with Dr. Jacob Kendall, who has a unique background in health care, including surviving two open heart surgeries and extensive training in gerontology, public health, social work, biology, and theology. Dr. Kendall emphasizes …
In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts talks with Dr. Jacob Kendall, who has a unique background in health care, including surviving two open heart surgeries and extensive…
In this episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, host Dave Roberts talks with Dr. Jacob Kendall, who has a unique background in health care, including surviving two open heart surgeries and extensive training in gerontology, public health, social work, biology, and theology. Dr. Kendall emphasizes the importance of a four-dimensional approach to health care that integrates multiple perspectives beyond the individualistic medical viewpoint. The conversation also delves into the importance of spiritual care, societal views on aging, and the necessity of embracing one's mortality for a better qu…
Dave Roberts
September 17, 2024 
Lisa DaRocha is a brilliant coach who helps people reinvent themselves.“I think that from a societal perspective, this notion that at 65 we’re done, is really an old way of looking at things. Very outdated.”In this episode, you’ll meet Lisa DaRocha, a coach who, in her words, “he…
Lisa DaRocha is a brilliant coach who helps people reinvent themselves.“I think that from a societal perspective, this notion that at 65 we’re done, is really an old way of looking at things…
Lisa DaRocha is a brilliant coach who helps people reinvent themselves.“I think that from a societal perspective, this notion that at 65 we’re done, is really an old way of looking at things. Very outdated.”In this episode, you’ll meet Lisa DaRocha, a coach who, in her words, “helps people get from where they are to where they want to be.” Lisa became a professional coach after a highly successful corporate career in Canada and the USA, and now works with clients who are approaching the “traditional” age of retirement, or are just beyond it. They’re looking for ways…
David Cravit
September 12, 2024 
In this premiere episode of "SuperAging News / Conversations," David Cravit talk to Jeff Rosenfeld, author and professor at Parsons School of Design & Technology, about the exciting field of environmental gerontology, where the longevity revolution meets architecture and design. How can design shape…
In this premiere episode of "SuperAging News / Conversations," David Cravit talk to Jeff Rosenfeld, author and professor at Parsons School of Design & Technology, about the exciting field of environme…
In this premiere episode of "SuperAging News / Conversations," David Cravit talk to Jeff Rosenfeld, author and professor at Parsons School of Design & Technology, about the exciting field of environmental gerontology, where the longevity revolution meets architecture and design. How can design shape a safer, richer, more sustainable future for our aging population? Meet someone who is actually training the next generation of designers to deal with the SuperAging Revolution. What are the issues and challenges? How are the "lessons" created? What new trends can we look for in the future? You&apo…
David Cravit
August 29, 2024 
Photo by Alisha Hieb on UnsplashAs a former vice president of the United States once remarked to the United Negro College Fund, "What a waste it is to lose one's mind. Or not to have a mind is being very wasteful. How true that is." For many years, the conventional wisdom was that, with rare e…
Photo by Alisha Hieb on UnsplashAs a former vice president of the United States once remarked to the United Negro College Fund, "What a waste it is to lose one's mind. Or not to have a mind is bei…
Photo by Alisha Hieb on UnsplashAs a former vice president of the United States once remarked to the United Negro College Fund, "What a waste it is to lose one's mind. Or not to have a mind is being very wasteful. How true that is." For many years, the conventional wisdom was that, with rare exceptions, losing one’s mind was an inevitable part of aging. An inability to recall names, or proper nouns, or any nouns, can certainly fuel the fear that the loss is under way.The EndGame is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or pai…
Don Akchin
August 24, 2024 
In this uplifting episode of Life Happens with host Kim Hegwood, special guest Robyn Horn discusses her new book, Transforming the Mundane into Sacred: Spirituality in Caregiving for the Elderly. Robyn begins by sharing what inspired her to write this heartfelt book, offering insights into her perso…
In this uplifting episode of Life Happens with host Kim Hegwood, special guest Robyn Horn discusses her new book, Transforming the Mundane into Sacred: Spirituality in Caregiving for the Elderly. Roby…
In this uplifting episode of Life Happens with host Kim Hegwood, special guest Robyn Horn discusses her new book, Transforming the Mundane into Sacred: Spirituality in Caregiving for the Elderly. Robyn begins by sharing what inspired her to write this heartfelt book, offering insights into her personal journey and the experiences that shaped her perspective.Kim and Robyn explore the meaning behind the book's title, delving into how caregivers can transform everyday tasks into moments of spiritual connection and fulfillment. Robyn explains what "spirituality in caregiving" looks like and how …
Kim Hegwood
July 18, 2024 
The episode focuses on the challenges and solutions associated with ageism in the workplace, particularly concerning mature adults. With insights from experts Dr. Phillip Taylor and Dr. Phyllis Cummins, the discussion explores the importance of addressing age discrimination, rethinking job roles for…
The episode focuses on the challenges and solutions associated with ageism in the workplace, particularly concerning mature adults. With insights from experts Dr. Phillip Taylor and Dr. Phyllis Cummin…
The episode focuses on the challenges and solutions associated with ageism in the workplace, particularly concerning mature adults. With insights from experts Dr. Phillip Taylor and Dr. Phyllis Cummins, the discussion explores the importance of addressing age discrimination, rethinking job roles for older workers, and the benefits of intergenerational collaboration.Dr. Phyllis Cummins, Senior Research Scholar, Scripps Gerontology Center, Miami University, and Fellow for the Gerontological Society of America.Dr. Phillip Taylor, Professor, Institute for Employment Research, University of Warwick…
Brett Johnson and Carol Ventresca
July 1, 2024 
Be happier, live longer and embrace life to its fullest in your third act with these simple lifestyle hacks from certified gerontologist and aging expert, Jennifer DiVita. She talks to Diane about the essential pillars of successful and joyful aging, offering invaluable insights and tools for naviga…
Be happier, live longer and embrace life to its fullest in your third act with these simple lifestyle hacks from certified gerontologist and aging expert, Jennifer DiVita. She talks to Diane about the…
Be happier, live longer and embrace life to its fullest in your third act with these simple lifestyle hacks from certified gerontologist and aging expert, Jennifer DiVita. She talks to Diane about the essential pillars of successful and joyful aging, offering invaluable insights and tools for navigating the journey of growing older with grace and vitality.Overcoming Ageism: A Personal JourneyJennifer opens up about her own journey into gerontology, recounting the ageism she encountered along the way. From being deemed "too old" for television at 31 to being told she was "too young" to study ge…
Diane Gilman
June 18, 2024 
