Category: Allies in Aging

By Barbara Croyle “There are six myths about old age: 1. That it’s a disease, a disaster. 2. That we are mindless. 3.That we are sexless. 4. That we are useless. 5. That we are powerless. 6. That we are all alike.” Maggie Kuhn, Founder of the Gray Panthers “It is not true that people…

For someone who is homebound, their pets can be the most important companion in their life. These furry friends ensure that people have something that brings them delight and love.  As animal lovers, we are committed to helping homebound people and their pets thrive in their homes. That’s why the Council on Aging has a…

Multigenerational housing aims to meet the needs of people of all ages and stages of life. But what does that mean? Attributes like safe, affordable, walkable, and diverse meet most people’s criteria. But what about diversity that goes beyond race or gender? Does a society that lacks generational diversity bring a wealth of benefits to…

In a society that glorifies youth and change in its popular imagery, the common negative images of age and aging can fuel disrespectful behavior. Among the ageist biases reported, older people felt they were thought of as useless, less intelligent, stingy and a burden. As a group, there is a perception in developed countries that…

When we make communities socially inclusive for older adults, it helps them to live a long and fulfilling life. The World Health Organization’s report on age-friendly cities says, “Social participation and social support is connected to good health and well-being throughout life.” Since humans are social creatures, inclusion, or a sense of community, is key…

Traditional retirement plans are disappearing, the cost of living continues to rise, and more than 84% of people aged 65+ are coping with one or more chronic health conditions.

During the COVID-19 crisis, thanks to you we’ve been able to increase our services, attract new volunteers, offer nutrition and outreach to seniors and raise new funds from our generous donors.