May 23, 2020 | Ageism in the News, Real Aging
The need to express ourselves is ageless. And, if anything, our individuality grows with age. We figure out who we are over time. Time and experience re-shape us, both inside and out. Our clothes reflect who we are and what we want to share with the world and that,... Read more
May 20, 2020 | Ageism in the News, Real Aging
When Barb Sublette heard that people needed masks, she knew that she wanted to help. Sewing masks was something she was made to do. She’s a quilter who has been sewing almost her entire life, as well as using her skills to give back. Making masks is the easy part for... Read more
May 17, 2020 | Age-Friendly Workplaces, Ageism in the News, Intergenerational conversations, Real Aging
It’s a cliché that information is everywhere now. However, that can make it even harder to find the best resources. How do you know what is good? This is where the value of experience comes in. Remember the neighbor down the street who showed you how to fix your lawn... Read more
Apr 30, 2020 | Ageism in the News, Changing The Narrative, Real Aging
You can feel the energy when you talk to people at the Colorado Sewing Coalition. It is clear that these people get things done. Even more than that, you can feel how much they care about their community. Making a difference is second nature and it’s been years... Read more
Apr 27, 2020 | Ageism, Ageism in the News, Changing The Narrative, Language and Ageism
Changing the Narrative (CTN) believes that we need to reframe how we think about aging in every area of life. To accomplish this, the first people we started talking to were professionals who serve older adults, from older adult living communities to policy groups.... Read more
Apr 14, 2020 | Ageism in the News, Changing The Narrative, Real Aging
You may not know what you have been preparing for your entire life until it hits you. However, people who actively live by their values may find they are prepared for the unexpected. This is the case for Mountain View Friends Meeting and their choice to provide... Read more