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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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Hello Care Partners,This week we have raised the bar again and interviewed April Ibarra a Gerontologist with 35 years of experience in Healthcare. She is a passionate advocate committed to empowering aging adults and supporting those who love them.She holds a Master's Degree in Gerontology from …
Hello Care Partners,This week we have raised the bar again and interviewed April Ibarra a Gerontologist with 35 years of experience in Healthcare. She is a passionate advocate committed to empowerin…
Hello Care Partners,This week we have raised the bar again and interviewed April Ibarra a Gerontologist with 35 years of experience in Healthcare. She is a passionate advocate committed to empowering aging adults and supporting those who love them.She holds a Master's Degree in Gerontology from Miami University, is a Certified Senior Advisor(CSA), and an Aging Life Care Professional.April founded Aging Advisor to guide older adults and their loved ones through the aging journey. Her client-centered approach ensures customized holistic care plans that reflect individual preferences, value…

There is a right-of-passage as we enter our older years that can be very disconcerting. Suddenly we realize that no one is speaking to us – as older women. Marketing of products leaves us out in the cold. We don’t see ourselves anymore. The prime demographic I learned, capped out at 54!…
There is a right-of-passage as we enter our older years that can be very disconcerting. Suddenly we realize that no one is speaking to us – as older women. Marketing of products leaves us out in…
There is a right-of-passage as we enter our older years that can be very disconcerting. Suddenly we realize that no one is speaking to us – as older women. Marketing of products leaves us out in the cold. We don’t see ourselves anymore. The prime demographic I learned, capped out at 54! How can a large generation of women be completely lost in the market? How do we, or can we, wrap our heads around this external mindset of our age and value? Seven out of 10 (70%) of women believe they become invisible as they get older. The frightening part of this statistic is that they f…

Why Is Older Adult Abuse the Silent Crisis We’re Not Talking About—and How Can We Take Action? Older adult abuse is a hidden crisis that affects countless individuals, yet it remains one of the least discussed topics in our society. In this episode, we tackle the hard truths about what older …
Why Is Older Adult Abuse the Silent Crisis We’re Not Talking About—and How Can We Take Action? Older adult abuse is a hidden crisis that affects countless individuals, yet it remains one of the…
Why Is Older Adult Abuse the Silent Crisis We’re Not Talking About—and How Can We Take Action? Older adult abuse is a hidden crisis that affects countless individuals, yet it remains one of the least discussed topics in our society. In this episode, we tackle the hard truths about what older adult abuse is, why it happens, and why it so often goes unspoken. Learn how to recognize the warning signs of mistreatment, understand the root causes behind this troubling issue, and explore actionable strategies to promote respect and dignity for older adults. We'll also dive into how you can bec…

Learn about research being done in Canada to improve access to palliative care for marginalized populations.My special guest Dr. Kelli Stajduhar is is a professor in the School of Nursing and Institute on Aging & Lifelong Health at the University of Victoria and the Canada Research Ch…
Learn about research being done in Canada to improve access to palliative care for marginalized populations.My special guest Dr. Kelli Stajduhar is is a professor in the School of Nursing a…
Learn about research being done in Canada to improve access to palliative care for marginalized populations.My special guest Dr. Kelli Stajduhar is is a professor in the School of Nursing and Institute on Aging & Lifelong Health at the University of Victoria and the Canada Research Chair in Palliative Care, Aging and Community Health. She has worked in oncology, palliative care, and gerontology for 30+ years as a practicing nurse, educator, and researcher. She discusses her clinical work and research which have focused on health service needs for those at the end-of-life and t…

My favorite kind of zestful ager is one who has had multiple jobs and adventures that are “off the mainstream” and who offers us a new way to think about our own aging. And I’ve never had a theme park designer on the show before! Wayne Lehrer is a vibrant and curious 73-year-old who has lived …
My favorite kind of zestful ager is one who has had multiple jobs and adventures that are “off the mainstream” and who offers us a new way to think about our own aging. And I’ve never had a them…
My favorite kind of zestful ager is one who has had multiple jobs and adventures that are “off the mainstream” and who offers us a new way to think about our own aging. And I’ve never had a theme park designer on the show before! Wayne Lehrer is a vibrant and curious 73-year-old who has lived an inspiring and eclectic life including: pioneering the growing of wheat grass and spirulina, studying oriental medicine and practicing silence for 5 months. Wayne has also produced and directed 3-D Imax films and he’s a Master Yoga and Meditation teacher who has taught tens of thousands, and tra…

New Title I’m April Ibarra. Gerontologist and speaker and Aging Advisor know for my sassy approach to aging. I first fell in love with older adults when I was…
New Title I’m April Ibarra. Gerontologist and speaker and Aging Advisor know for my sassy approach to aging. …
New Title I’m April Ibarra. Gerontologist and speaker and Aging Advisor know for my sassy approach to aging. I first fell in love with older adults when I was nineteen years old and began teaching exercise classes in a nursing home. My entire career has been dedicated to helping others age well and now I that I am an older woman I am even more determined to help others on their journey. …

Conversation w/ Tracey Gendron, MS, PhD, Gerontologist and Chair, Department of Gerontology, Virginia Commonwealth University, and Author, Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias and How to End It, about how aging and ageism are related, why older adults are targets of ageism, and how to reduce and elim…
Conversation w/ Tracey Gendron, MS, PhD, Gerontologist and Chair, Department of Gerontology, Virginia Commonwealth University, and Author, Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias and How to End It, about …
Conversation w/ Tracey Gendron, MS, PhD, Gerontologist and Chair, Department of Gerontology, Virginia Commonwealth University, and Author, Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias and How to End It, about how aging and ageism are related, why older adults are targets of ageism, and how to reduce and eliminate it.
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 …

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 …