Welcome to the Aging Vibrantly Conversations to Empower Seniors podcast, the show where we amplify the voices of seniors.
Join Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario, and special guests as they share insights about seniors’ rights, ageism, frauds and scams, powers of attorney, mental health and wellness, intergenerational connections, and dispel myths about aging. Each episode features an older adult who will impart their expertise and wisdom, to enhance our understanding of aging and living a full, safe and fulfilling life with respect and dignity.
This podcast is produced and edited by Todd Miller of The Podcast Experts with the support of Lisa Widdifield, project coordinator.
Funded by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program.
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Catch up on past episodes :
Episode 1 :
Part 1 : Rebelling Against #Ageism with Guest, Ashton Applewhite
In this inaugural episode, our guest, Ashton Applewhite, joins us for a lively discussion on Rebelling Against Ageism! In Part 1 of this series on Ageism, Ashton imparted her insights on defining ageism, its prevalence, impact and where it shows up in our lives from health, policy, and intergenerational dialogue. We learn to check our assumptions, and do our own self reflection of internal ageism. Ashton informs us of the challenge that lie ahead and to reframe how we Think, Feel and Act toward aging to dismantle the negative attitudes and behaviours. Ashton shared her work, along many organizations, seniors and advocates around the world, who are involved in creating a social movement to dismantle ageism and embrace a world of all ages. Ashton also shared success stories of Ageism Campaigns, including Ageism Awareness Day, that are growing the conversation and resulting in positive changes.
Be sure to listen in for Part 2 of our Ageism Episode with Ashton Applewhite on December 9th, where we dive into how we internalize aging; explore the connection between ageism and elder abuse, and tips for encouraging intergenerational conversations on aging.
*This podcast is Funded by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program.
