Older generations often chose to save their money so that they can travel after retirement. It’s a sad fact that many of them are unable to do so because of various age-related diseases such as Alzheimer’s, heart disease and diabetes to name a few. Let’s explore the issue of traveling...
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Elderspeak – Podcast – Charlotte Today – 06/30/20
Elderspeak – Contributing to the Decline Narrative The Corona pandemic has exposed hidden prejudices and a cultural bias of ageism. Part of that discussion is “Elderspeak.” It occurs when an older adult is spoken to by health care workers, service personnel, neighbors, or even family members as if he or...
Elderspeak – Charlotte Today – 06/30/20
Elderspeak – Contributing to the Decline Narrative The Corona pandemic has exposed hidden prejudices and a cultural bias of ageism. Part of that discussion is “Elderspeak.” It occurs when an older adult is spoken to by health care workers, service personnel, neighbors, or even family members as if he or...
Elderspeak in the Time of Corona – What the Nuns Can Teach Us
ELDERSPEAK IN THE TIME OF CORONA – WHAT THE NUNS CAN TEACH US BY ANTHONY CIRILLO • Sixty and Me The Corona pandemic has exposed hidden prejudices and a cultural bias of ageism. Part of that discussion is “Elderspeak.” It occurs when an older adult is spoken to by health care...