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 […]
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, […]