How many times have you caught yourself speaking a little too slowly or loudly when talking to an older adult, or using words like “sweetie,” “honey,” or “dear” without thinking twice? That, right there, is often what’s referred to as elderly speak. It’s a form of communication that—while often well-intentioned, can be subtly patronizing, dismissive, […]
Missed the show? It was GREAT! But you can still hear it on podcast right here! And you can ALSO listen on Apple podcasts right HERE! Carol Polcovar returned to the show, live from Honolulu, Hawaii! Carol is a retired adjunct professor at Hawaii Pacific University and she is a playwright, poet, director, producer, and […]
You’re over 50. You have built up a lot of equity in your home, and your life savings is finally gaining some critical mass. And yet, your odds of being rejected for a refinancing mortgage start going up rapidly after age 50 and really accelerate around 70, according to a study by Natee Amornsiripanitch at […]
In 1900, 1 in 25 Americans was a senior. In 2016, 1 in 8 Americans is a senior. In 2020, 1 in 6 Americans will be a senior. In 2030, the ratio will reach 1 in 5 and will remain there through 2050. Globally 8.5 percent of people worldwide (617 million) are aged 65 and over. […]
In 1900, 1 in 25 Americans was a senior. In 2016, 1 in 8 Americans is a senior. In 2020, 1 in 6 Americans will be a senior. In 2030, the ratio will reach 1 in 5 and will remain there through 2050. Globally 8.5 percent of people worldwide (617 million) are aged 65 and over. […]
