Empowering Communities Through Dementia Awareness
In this episode of Aging For All, we welcome Lisa Brownlee Johnson, a nurse practitioner and geriatrician, to discuss the importance of community engagement in dementia screening and holistic health. Join us as Lisa shares her experiences in the healthcare field, emphasizing the need for accessible dementia screenings, building trust within the African-American community, and […]
Redefining Aging: An Intersectional Approach
In this episode of Aging For All, we welcome Glynis Boyd Hughes, an intersectional gerontologist. Glynis shares her journey into gerontology, emphasizing the importance of understanding the social drivers of health and the impact of intersectionality on aging. Our conversation explores how societal systems shape aging experiences and the need for community engagement and advocacy […]
Senior Living and Risk Management
In this episode of Aging For All, we welcome Rebecca Adelman, an attorney and entrepreneur dedicated to enhancing senior living and healthcare. Listen in to our conversation as we explore the critical role of family partnerships in senior care, the concept of dignity of risk, and the cultural shifts necessary in senior living communities. Join […]
Dementia and PersonHood(TM)
In this episode of Aging For All, we welcome gerontologist Sonya Barsness to talk with us about the importance of viewing dementia through the lens of personhood. Listen as we discuss the need to shift perspectives from seeing individuals as mere patients to recognizing their full humanity and potential for living well. Sonya shares insights […]
AlterDementia
In this episode of Aging For All, we welcome Dr. Fayron Epps, an expert in caregiver research and the founder of the ALTER program. Dr. Epps discusses her work in creating dementia-friendly congregations, particularly within the Black community, and emphasizes the importance of caregiver support, community engagement, and the challenges faced in changing the culture […]
Empathy and Wisdom in Caregiving
In this episode of Aging For All, we welcome M. Denise Simmons, a leader in the caregiving and healthcare industry. Denise shares her personal caregiving journey, which began unexpectedly during her college years as she navigated her parents’ declining health. She discusses the challenges of balancing caregiving for her parents while raising her children, emphasizing […]
QueenAged: Redefining Beauty and Aging
In this episode we welcome Regina Foster, a passionate gerontologist and founder of Queen Aged and Foster Senior Services. Regina shares her personal journey into gerontology, influenced by her upbringing with her grandparents and her experiences with family members living with dementia. Join us as we explore the challenges of ageism in society, the importance […]
Caregiver Conversations
In this episode we welcome Dr. Daniel Blustein, a retired geriatrician and family physician. Dr. Blustein shares his extensive background in geriatrics, his journey into the field, and the importance of caregiver education through programs like Caregiver Conversations. Join us as we learn more about the role of primary care in geriatric care, the interdisciplinary […]
SPECIAL EVENT: Ageism Awareness Day
In observance of Ageism Awareness Day, Aging for All hosted a live stream discussion on the topic of ageism. In this enlightening conversation, hosts Jen Yanez Pryor and Andrea Price discuss the significance of Ageism Awareness Day with Dr. Tracey Gendron. They explore the pervasive issue of ageism, its impact on society, and the importance […]
Homelessness and Housing: Connecting Older Adults to Resources
In this episode we are joined by Natasha Houpe, Manager of the Office of Aging and Disability Services. Join us as we learn more about her extensive work with older adults and individuals with disabilities in Richmond, Virginia. In our conversation, Natasha highlights the pressing issues of housing, homelessness, and evictions faced by these populations, […]