Posts by Linda Sherman
Longevity: Falls Prevention and Bone Health
September 25th, our focus is Longevity — a broad theme that touches every part of healthy aging. Longevity includes falls prevention, nutrition, bone health, skin health, sexual health, dental health, brain health, multigenerational connection, sleep, and even men’s health. September 22–26, is Falls Prevention Week, so we’re exploring how balance, movement, and mindset can help…
Read MoreAre More Falls Prescription Drug Related? Best States for Older Workers 9-23-25
September 22 – 26 is Falls Prevention Awareness Week. This episode of News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club led with a New York Times article suggesting that rising prescription drug use among adults over 65 may explain the increase in fall-related deaths in the United States, which tripled from 1990 to 2023. The…
Read MoreRetirement Ages Going Up in Denmark and China, Celebrating Birthdays, Living Choices 9-16-25
In this episode of News for the Ages Ellen Khalifa highlighted an article by Dr. Joe Coughlin on the rising retirement ages in Denmark and China, emphasizing the need for workplace redesign, upskilling, and proactive wellness. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury shared an article by Myrna Marofsky on celebrating 80 with joy, focusing on positive reminiscence. Debbie…
Read MoreLori H. Schwartz, StoryTech; Anthony Cirillo, Sage Stream; and Evan Edelist, Environmental Gerontologist and Filmmaker
The Rethinking Aging Club meeting on September 11 featured discussions on streaming film and sound entertainment and edutainment for aging populations. Lori Schwartz highlighted the rise of niche streaming services targeting older demographics, such as PBS Passport and Brick Box, and the growing importance of entertainment and edutainment on YouTube. Anthony Cirillo introduced Sage Stream,…
Read MoreSuperAgers, How to Plan for Aging in Place 9-2-25
Debbie Howard presented on “SuperAgers,” highlighting research from Northwestern University showing that sociability and a thicker cingulate gyrus region are key factors. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury discussed an article from Kiplinger on aging in place, emphasizing the importance of self-assessment, home modifications, and community support. The Kiplinger article featured quotes from Occupational Therapist Carol Chang who…
Read MoreCooperative Housing for Older Adults 8-26-25
This episode of the News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club podcast focused on cooperative housing for older adults with a series of three articles, highlighting benefits like community support and mutual aid. Elizabeth Magayon Fleury shared insights from The Guardian, noting Denmark’s lead in cohousing with 80,000 seniors planning moves. Benjamin Surmi presented…
Read MoreWellness Products with Miri Berger, Dr. Namrata Bagaria and Carol Chiang OT
August is Wellness Month. We focused on Wellness Products. Miri Berger from 6Degrees explained their technology converting human motion into digital commands, aiding independence and pain reduction, with ongoing clinical trials at the VA and Mass General Brigham. Dr. Namrata Bagaria from Music and Memory Junction highlighted their nostalgia-based music engagement for cognitive and emotional…
Read MoreGenerational Divides in Company Culture What Gen Z Wants, Senior Living Care and Resident Rates, Long Term Care 8-19-25
This episode discussed intergenerational workplace dynamics, highlighting the challenges and benefits of having four generations working together. Ellen Khalifa presented an article from Newsweek, noting that Gen Z will make up 30% of the workforce by 2030, emphasizing the need for companies to adapt to their preferences, such as continuous feedback and learning. Benjamin Surmi…
Read MoreAgeism, Senior Centers 8-12-25
We discussed the benefits of senior centers in promoting healthy aging, highlighting their role in social engagement, assistance, outings, active aging, learning opportunities, nutritious dining, community support, and volunteer activities. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury emphasized the need for rebranding senior centers as community centers to avoid the word “senior” and encourage intergenerational interaction. We also touched…
Read MoreProject Updates with Teton.ai, Keep It Saved and The Art 2 Aging
With a special introduction by Benjamin Surmi, Mikkel Wad Thorsen from Teton.ai presented an AI-driven system for personalized care in senior living and hospitals, aiming for a 4-5x return on investment. Gerard Ibarra introduced Keep It Saved, a digital legacy platform offering free and $10/month plans to organize critical data. Chris Henry discussed his The…
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