Apr 5, 2021 | Older Workers, Real Aging
Mrs. Valerie Wood-Gaiger MBE is a woman of action and passion. Wood-Gaiger, who goes by Val, founded a not-for-profit promoting intergenerational education, and become an international speaker – all after “retiring” for the second time. Learn with Grandma encourages... Read more
Mar 18, 2021 | Changing The Narrative, Older Workers
We are so excited to announce some new additions to our team at Changing the Narrative. Both come to us through the Experienced EngAGED Fellow program of Boomers Leading Change. The program matches people over 50 with organizations where they can make a positive... Read more
Dec 30, 2020 | Older Workers, Real Aging
Life doesn’t stop at a certain age. Older adults are still growing and learning, despite how they are often portrayed. This comes up every time we interview older adults. Amy Siegel is a prime example. Amy spent most of her career in graphic design in a corporate... Read more
Oct 5, 2020 | Age-Friendly Workplaces, Older Workers, Real Aging
An encore can be the culmination of a great performance. Careers can progress like this as well. Encore careers like Kathy Stevens’ are an example of what can be done with a lifetime of training and experience. Kathy retired in 2017 after a career that included senior... Read more
Sep 26, 2020 | Older Workers, Real Aging, Reframing Examples
Aging is complicated. It includes a whole spectrum of experiences, from the best to the worst. At Changing the Narrative (CTN), we’re not trying to sugar-coat aging. Over time, our physical abilities will decrease, as will our health. However, there are some important... Read more
Sep 21, 2020 | Older Workers, Real Aging
George Maxey has lived a long time. Like anyone who has reached 84 years of life, he has experienced many changes. But some things stay the same. George’s quest for understanding runs throughout his life. When he was young, George attended a one-room... Read more