Living Choices
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…
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…
We discussed the impact of aging on the senses, focusing on taste and touch. Ray Gordon highlighted that taste changes in middle age due to reduced taste buds and olfactory receptors, suggesting hydration and nutrient-rich diets for taste and smell, as well as physical therapy to improve the performance of proprioception receptors in one’s feet.…
Ellen Khalifa presented a CNN article on technology use lowering dementia risk, noting a 42% reduction in cognitive impairment from tech use. Benjamin Surmi reported on two articles on a well publicized senior living fire in Massachusetts, leading to a discussion of the importance of considering city resources and emergency services when choosing a senior…
June is National Alzheimers and Brain Awareness Month. Maude’s Ventures seed funding for early-stage dementia related innovation projects application deadline is July 7. This year includes a section for teenage applicants. Benjamin Surmi shared an article about a NASA-themed senior living community in Houston, highlighting the importance of theming around shared values. Debbie Howard discussed…
Elizabeth Magallon Fleury highlighted a New York Times article by Mark Miller, noting the rising demand for long-term care due to an aging population and a shortage of workers, exacerbated by low wages and immigration policies. The article emphasized the misconception that Medicare covers long-term care and suggested planning for care costs. Debbie Howard introduced…
Ray Gordon presented an article on a new adaptive deep brain stimulation treatment for Parkinson’s, which uses personalized feedback to optimize patient care. Debbie Howard shared a New York Times article on 10 brain-healthy habits, emphasizing the importance of wearing helmets, protecting hearing and breathing, and maintaining oral hygiene. Elizabeth Magayon Fleury discussed the future…
Presented by Benjamin Surmi, Koelsch Communities ScienceAlert 3-23-25 Parkinson’s Gut Bacteria Link Suggests an Unexpected, Simple Treatment by Tessa Koumoundouros https://www.sciencealert.com/parkinsons-gut-bacteria-link-suggests-an-unexpected-simple-treatment Natasha McBride Gut and Psychology Syndrome: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/978904.Gut_and_Psychology_Syndrome Humanitude Training We mentioned the CES 2025 Highlights Nutrition show coming up 3-27-25. Presented by Ray Gordon, Architect, Urban Planner, Futurist and Former Pratt Institute Grad School…
Presented by Ellen Khalifa, Habits Coach for Healthspan and Wellspan LA Times 10-9-24 Strength Training as We Age by Deborah Vankin https://www.latimes.com/lifestyle/story/2024-10-09/how-to-strength-train-aging-avoid-injury TRX was mentioned in the discussion. Presented by Benjamin Surmi, Koelsch Communities Senior Housing News 2-26-25 Senior Living Referrals by Andrew Christman https://seniorhousingnews.com/2025/02/26/inside-how-beztak-sonida-senior-living-pivoted-from-third-party-to-in-house-referrals/ Presented by Elizabeth Magallon Fleury CAPS, Life’s Encore Planning 1-17-25…
Presented by Debbie Howard, Aging Matters International Forbes 2-26-25 Robotic Pets Can Dramatically Improve The Lives Of Older Adults With Dementia And Depression by Tom Chiodo https://www.forbes.com/sites/tomchiodo/2025/02/26/robotic-pets-can-dramatically-improve-the-lives-of-older-adults-with-dementia-and-depression/ Ray Gordon mentioned seeing Sony’s aibo dog 20 years ago in an Economist Group meeting in Japan. “Beginning in 2021, Capital Caring Health, a non-profit hospice and palliative…
