Since the age-friendly or age-inclusive narrative began, as it relates to cities, communities or neighbourhoods, many concepts have been proposed and several adopted as we have looked for multiple options that work in an integrated way. Adopting a version of an old adage – a well watered root will take its time to find a
Suddenly it seems, we’re breaking out quickly into 2022 even though in my part of the world winter slowly grinds on; and one issue in my “Recoding a Longevity Society” file continues to have gained even more momentum in global discussion, one that was already in play well before the COVID world began two years
Aging and longevity. So many takes in the news – so many contrasting views with predictable vocabulary. Sometimes it is regression, multi-directional ageist views elbowing with many positive advances in perspective; so much to lament as well as to celebrate, with so many events around the world. SO – this is a different version of
In the aftershock of the COVID catastrophe in long-term care homes in Ontario last month, there has been no shortage of commentary on the subject, starting with immediate calls and promises for “no stone will be left unturned” inquiries or a transparent, non-partisan independent commission. While there is no question that we need to investigate
Seventy years ago today, June 9, 1950 was my mother and father’s wedding day. I still remember their anniversary day. I remember them every day. In the last few years of their life, they both wound up in the same designated long-term care facility in Ontario, with different health conditions but with similar medical and
In 2001, the first major read that awoke my consciousness further onto the global social issues of an aging society was a book titled Longevity Revolution by Theodore Roszak. Nearly twenty years later, I still find smart ideas, futuristic perspectives, small and rich gems from Roszak, that suddenly over this last two weeks have become