Changing Aging

Elderspeak falls into the category of ageism and is defined as a form of communication that people use when speaking to older adults. It’s described as talking slowly and at a louder volume, over pronouncing words, and using words like “sweetie,” “dear,” or the pronoun “ Ask if it is okay to call a person *blank*: Calling someone “honey,” “sweetie,” or any other name isn’t always best (even though it’s understood that some individuals who use these terms do it with good intentions). Saying things like, “you’re just the cutest little thing,” overlooking the older individual to talk to his/her adult child about his/her situation, or feeling the need to “dumb down” our words is offensive.

It’s not just about what our volunteers can do for elders, but what elders can do for our volunteers and for each other!”The focus on reciprocity in The NEST Collaborative comes from a deep belief in the value of dementia. NEST is an acronym for Nevada Ensures Support Together, and underpinning this collaborative effort is a commitment to create reciprocal relationships and support the important roles that elders play in their communities. The NEST Collaborative fosters mutual support through this pandemic and beyond.“The way that Jennifer did the Nevada ” Says Chuck McClatchey, one of the experts living with dementia Dr. Carson worked with.“Over the years, people living with dementia have taught me so much about how to live a meaningful life focused on the present and on relationships.

When facilities specifically name their commitment to LGBT-friendly housing and have implemented non-discriminatory practices, it’s a big step towards creating a safe space for LGBT seniors. It’s not uncommon for LGBT seniors to suffer discrimination or microaggression from housing staff, care providers or other residents. LGBT seniors face unique challenges, including housing discrimination, health care access and financial instability. With this context in mind, LGBT-friendly housing is working to guarantee that any care providers – whether doctors, nurses, physical therapists, caretakers or others – are treating LGBT seniors with the equality they deserve by law.

Her public voice began with a 2016 essay, when Harvard MBA and former World Bank employee and retail business CEO Elizabeth White decided to come out of the shadows to describe her post–Great Recession situation of living on the edge of economic survival: the loss of job prospects, the depletion of retirement savings in order to pay bills and make ends meet. In her own words, she was “faking normal,” trying to maintain the appearance of affluence in her 50s, despite her more desperate reality