At Home, On Air

"Stay curious. That is a longevity strategy. Stay curious about your surroundings, about the world, about yourself. Stay curious." - Patrick Roden On our podcast – At Home, On Air – we continue our mini-series, Changemaker Interviews, where we highlight the impact of changemakers on the quality of our lives. These individuals have challenged and changed systems, introduced new ways of thinking and told previously untold stories. In the fourth installment of the series, we're joined by Patrick Roden, RN, Ph.D., a passionate advocate for aging-in-place whose unique journey spans over 40 years as a nurse, gerontologist, and creative aging champion. The conversation, hosted by Susanne Stadler, contrasts Historical Gerontology's decline-focused perspective with Critical Gerontology's view of lifelong development. Patrick shares his concept of 'Possibility Aging,' highlighting how divergent thinking and creativity enhance the aging process. He discusses insights from his dissertation research, where he interviewed older artists who adapted their creative processes to overcome physical limitations, documenting the remarkable physical, cognitive, and emotional benefits of sustained creative practice. Patrick presents his evidence-informed 'formula' for healthy aging that places creativity at its core and explains how beauty and artistic expression become powerful tools for wellbeing in later years. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of environmental delight and strategies like volunteering and staying curious to maintain purpose in later life. Audience questions address applying these principles across different arts and finding meaning in aging, even without an artistic background. This episode offers an inspiring perspective on aging not as decline but as an opportunity for continued growth, meaning, and joy through creative engagement. We hope Patrick's insights will encourage you to embrace creativity as a pathway to vibrant aging in your own home, life, and community! At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this episode of At Home, On Air. Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/p15edwSOJOy Takeaway Resources: https://athomewithgrowingold.com/2025/01/31/at-home-on-air-a-conversation-with-patrick-roden/ (Including the handout mentioned by Patrick). Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org.

On our podcast – At Home, On Air – we continue our mini-series, Changemaker Interviews, where we highlight the impact of changemakers on the quality of our lives. These individuals have challenged and changed systems, introduced new ways of thinking and told previously untold stories. In this third installment of the series, we welcome author and climate activist, Harry “Rick” Moody. We discuss his latest book, Climate Change in an Aging Society, and explore the concept of “Eco Elders,” why hope is essential for meaningful action, and practical steps older adults can take from home. Moody challenges the paralyzing effects of pessimism and encourages everyone to “think globally, act locally” through simple but significant changes. This discussion highlights how older adults, while more vulnerable to climate impacts, can still be powerful agents of change in addressing one of our greatest global challenges. Join us as we explore the intersection of climate change and aging, emphasizing both individual and collective action. Calling us all to action, Moody urges, "I encourage everybody to find that one thing that you can do, and do it!" We hope Rick's personal stories and insights will inspire you to make positive changes in your own home, life, and community. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air – a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this episode of At Home, On Air. Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/RP0doJVqPmR Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org.

On our podcast – At Home, On Air – we continue our mini-series, Changemaker Interviews, where we highlight the impact of changemakers on the quality of our lives. These individuals have challenged and changed systems, introduced new ways of thinking and told previously untold stories. In this second installment of the series, we welcome Valerie Fletcher, the Executive Director of the Institute for Human Centered Design and a true leader in the field of inclusive design. She inspires us as well as the next generation of changemakers by sharing insights from her years of expertise working with people to design with intention. Join us as we dive into a powerful discussion on the challenges to creating an inclusive world, one where everyone has the opportunity to thrive — regardless of ability, age, race, gender, or income. Valerie's energy and conviction are matched only by her deep belief in the power of design to change lives. We explore thought-provoking topics, including the value of interdependence and how people living with functional variations — whether related to mobility, neurodiversity, or aging — offer us important lessons about living with ambiguity and resilience. We also discuss how the shared experiences of the aging body and mind could motivate us all in the pursuit of an inclusive world — one that not only accommodates but empowers everyone. We hope Valerie's personal stories and insights will inspire you to make positive changes in your own home, life, and community! At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this episode of At Home, On Air. Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/eIj7IrYaAmj Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org.

Welcome to 'At Home, On Air' and our new mini-series, Changemaker Interviews – where we spotlight individuals who make a difference in our lives by telling untold stories, thinking differently, and caring deeply for others. In this special edition, we bring you highlights from conversations with three exceptional women: Katy Butler, whose work empowers us to consider alternatives to medicalized end-of-life care; Mistinguette Smith, who reveals the profound connections between Black communities and their land; and Jennie Chin Hansen, whose advocacy has transformed elder care at home. Their personal stories and insights offer valuable perspectives on aging, community, and the power of storytelling – wisdom that continues to inspire and guide us through these transformative times. Join us as we launch this series celebrating those who challenge systems, introduce new ways of thinking, and share previously untold stories. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air – a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this special edition of At Home, On Air. Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/vskYDDqeS3Y Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org.

Join us as we discuss, Designing Across the Lifespan: 30 Years of Teaching and Enhancing Inclusive Design Values and Benefits, with Ricardo Gomes, a professor in the School of Design at San Francisco State University. In this episode, we delve into Professor Ricardo Gomes' 30+ year journey in teaching design empathy to students. Discover how his pioneering work in educating designers in inclusive and age-friendly design is responding to the needs of an increasingly diverse society. We discuss practical ways to foster empathy for aging in the next generation of leaders, from designers to medical professionals, who will shape our world. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live, recorded episode of At Home, On Air with Professor Gomes; then, please continue the conversation with others! View the transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/I1DExyRYs6a Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org.

Join us as we discuss, The Surprising Power of Everyday Spaces for Our Health and Wellbeing, with Gabrielle Bendiner-Viani, a photographer, urbanist, author, and the co-founder of Buscada, an interdisciplinary studio to promote more just cities. In this episode, we delve into the often-overlooked impact of everyday places on our health and wellbeing. Gabrielle Bendiner-Viani's recent book, The Cities We Need: Essential Stories of Everyday Places, highlights the crucial role that familiar spaces—ranging from supermarkets to donut shops to neighborhood parks—play in fostering connections and enhancing community health. Discover how recognizing and revitalizing these unassuming spaces can combat social isolation and cultivate stronger, healthier communities with a shared sense of purpose. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Gabrielle Bendiner-Viani. View the transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/APbDqm7ZtKo Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss breaking down aging and dementia stereotypes in everyday life through creative engagement with Rowena Richie, an interdisciplinary artist working with people living with neurodiversity and dementia and the co-founder of the performance and social practice group, For You. Rowena Richie's interactive projects engage people through art making, body dynamics and celebratory events, designing collaborations between artists and elders. This discussion explores her artistic endeavors aimed at tackling prevalent health challenges among older adults living in urban settings: social isolation and dementia. It also delves into the potential expansion of her initiatives, making us all stakeholders in mutual support and envision cities and communities that embrace this contemporary urban lifestyle. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air - a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live, recorded episode of At Home, On Air with Rowena Richie. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss “Renewment” with Helen Dennis, co-founder of Project Renewment, a best-selling author, columnist, lecturer on aging and retirement. Renewment is a made-up word; a combination of retirement and renewal. Established in 1999, Renewment is a movement of mid- to later-life career women, who are using their drive, energy and talent used in the workplace to create their next life chapters to be equal to or more fulfilling than the previous ones. The women typically meet monthly for a structured conversation, on topics such as “Who am I Without my Business Card?” and “What is Productivity Anyhow?” As women belong to the same group for anywhere from 2 to 20 years, Renewment has moved beyond the transition from work to retirement. It now supports career women through transition and change for a lifetime. The pandemic has prevented women from meeting face to face. As a result, we have launched virtual Renewment roundtables which are growing virally with waiting lists. See the LA Times best seller: Project Renewment: The First Retirement Model for Career Women and Renewment.org. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this episode of At Home, On Air featuring our archived conversation with Helen Dennis from 2020 alongside our exclusive interview update from 2024. Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/hQ6pYeqRvwp Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

This episode of At Home, On Air features an archived conversation with Louis Tenenbaum from April of 2020, our first-ever online forum. Louis is a leading advocate for aging in place and the founder of HomesRenewed. Hosted by Marcie Rogo, the discussion dives into Louis' journey from carpenter to a prominent figure on aging-friendly home design. They explore the evolution of the aging in place concept, the importance of making homes safer and more accessible, and the challenges of getting people to proactively modify their homes. Louis shares his insights on the need for incentives, the impact of COVID-19 on senior care, and practical advice for homeowners. Audience questions touch on related safety features in home design and the importance of good aesthetics in accessible designs. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this archived episode of At Home, On Air with Louis Tenenbaum. Please subscribe and share with those you know! Explore our resources and support our work today: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss, At Home in the Kitchen: A Spice Box for Healthy Aging with Dr. Linda Shiue, MD, physician, chef, author, professor, founder of Thrive Kitchen, and the Director of Culinary Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine at Kaiser Permanente San Francisco. In this episode, Dr. Shiue discusses her work at the nexus of food and medicine and offers suggestions for establishing a conscientious diet that can enhance health, longevity, and the basic pleasure to be found in nourishing ourselves. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live, recorded episode of At Home, On Air with Dr. Linda Shiue. View Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/CEExT0FOvoE Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss Healthy Cities: How our homes and neighborhoods support individual and community health across generations, with Dr. Mindy Fullilove, a renowned social psychiatrist, author, and a professor at The New School in New York. Dr. Fullilove has dedicated her long academic career to the intricate human relationship to place and the health effects on individuals and communities resulting from displacement or uprooting. Soon to retire, Dr. Fullilove is set to stay in her long-term home and about to embark on a one-year project, excavating, cataloging and clearing collections and memorabilia accumulated by six generations. During this podcast episode, we discuss: ~ The psychology of place ~ The role of neighborhoods in our individual health ~ Generational knowledge ~ The power of individuals to improve public places ~ Dr. Fullilove's books, Urban Alchemy and Root Shock ~ And, being at home with growing older At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Dr. Mindy Fullilove. Learn more, support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss, At Home in the City: Inviting Connections and Community in Public Space, with Walter Hood, an Oakland-based, internationally renowned landscape designer, artist, educator and MacArthur Fellow. In this conversation with Walter Hood, we delve into the design of urban environments and opportunities for intergenerational connections. The focus of Hood's work is the public realm and urban environments; much of his work empowers and serves marginalized communities across the country. His studio, research and a number of his projects are based in West Oakland, a neighborhood with great racial diversity and a rich history of Black culture. View the transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/c91IklTm9rM At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Walter Hood. If you know someone who may enjoy our conversations, please share & encourage them to join our learning community! Learn more about our work, donate today, and register for the next LIVE At Home, On Air forum: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss ‘Artists in Residence: Connecting Generations through Street Stories' with Laura Nova, a visionary artist, activist and creative force based in NYC. In this thought-provoking conversation with Laura Nova, we explore how Laura's artistic vision goes beyond aesthetics – boosting health and spreading delight throughout her city and neighborhood. Delve into the extraordinary world of Laura's inventive urban art and discover how we can all become Artists in Residence - contributing to the creation, connection and problem-solving that connects generations. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live, recorded episode of At Home, On Air with Laura Nova. If you know someone who may enjoy our conversations, please share & encourage them to join our learning community! Learn more about our work, donate today, and register for the next LIVE At Home, On Air forum: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss ‘The Body as Home: Exploring the Experience of Aging' with Joe Goode, a globally acclaimed choreographer, writer and the artistic director of the Joe Goode Performance Group. In this conversation with Joe Goode, we discuss how, through his work, Joe is challenging the predominant narratives of aging and the fearfulness that accompanies the inevitable demise of the physical body. Joe shares insights about his latest performance, As We Go, as well as his approach to movement as we age. Listen & explore along with us as we delve further into the topic of our own personal & universal aging experiences. "It's about teaching people to be deeply present in what's going on at the moment, however imperfect." - Joe Goode At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of At Home, On Air with Joe Goode. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org View the transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/7hLCmWk2Jqp

Join us as we discuss ‘We Are All Neighbors In One Big Community: The effect of the affordable housing crisis on living and aging in the Bay Area' with Karen Nemsick, the Director of the Housing Justice Initiative with United Way Bay Area. Karen Nemsick has led several housing initiatives in the Bay Area to support low-income households. In this conversation, she draws from her more than 10-year tenure as Executive Director of Rebuilding Together where she successfully grew its home repair programs in underserved neighborhoods, her fellowship with Fuse Corp where she led the establishment of a community land trust to create environmentally sustainable housing for people living with serious mental health challenges in Alameda County, and her current role as Director of the Housing Justice Initiative at UWBA, which in 2023 distributed $750,000 housing justice grants to 23 grassroots organizations. Listen and learn about what is happening now to address the affordable housing crisis, how you can advocate for affordable housing in your neighborhood, and what innovative solutions are on the horizon to tackle this community-wide issue. View the transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/jP0OKJQtlfn At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Karen Nemsick. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss, ‘Wildness' in Healthy Aging: The significance of the relationship to land/place for healthy aging in the Black community, with Mistinguette Smith, writer and founder of the Black/Land Project. She shares, “For Black people, resourcefulness, resilience and regeneration are rooted in their relationships to urban land, and place.” In this conversation with Mistinguette Smith, we further explore how these relationships nurture and sustain older Black Americans' lives and offer a legacy of well-being to Black people of all ages. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Mistinguette Smith. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us for a special edition of At Home, On Air from At Home With Growing Older's fourth annual agein on Saturday, June 17th, 2023 on the topic of, Creature Comforts: The Human-Animal Bond in Healthy Aging. Together, we'll explore different modes of animal-human relations and how our society, our homes and cities can support them. In our complicated modern world, animals have always come to our rescue both emotionally and physically. This is especially true in older age when staying socially connected becomes challenging. The human-animal friendship has proven health benefits in older age, from staving off depression to supporting daily exercise to guiding us when our eyesight diminishes. Our support of aging animals has become part of our aging experiences… Part one of this episode features Alice Wingwall, a photographer and film editor whose unique work is influenced through her creative engagement with her declining vision. She has continued to evolve her artwork with the help of her guide dogs. Her images tell the story of this relationship. Alice introduces our day of exploration. Part two of this episode features our panel discussion. The panel moderator is Chris McCarthy, a change rebel and healthcare innovator. Panelists include: Sherri Franklin, the Founder and CEO of Muttville Senior Dog Rescue; Evan Johnson, a theater maker, teaching artist and the Prana Director at Elder Ashram; Maddie Krasno, the Grants and Foundation Specialist for Woodstock Farm Sanctuary, who also shares insights about living with her emotional support animal, her dog, Millie; and Annelie Nilsson, a Clinical Nurse Specialist at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, who is incorporating robotic cats and dogs into the care of patients with dementia with the Acute Care for the Elderly team. During this hour of exploration & learning you will hear personal journeys, practical insights and an array of knowledge from our guests' years of experience with the health benefits of the human-animal bond. Now, we invite you to listen and learn from this special edition of At Home, On Air and hope this topic inspires you and invokes action towards re‑envisioning and improving the experiences of later life. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air – a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. To support our work or for more information about our programs & resources, visit us at: athomewithgrowingolder.org.

Join us as we discuss 'What We Can Learn From Aging Dogs: The Dog Aging Project' with Dr. Daniel Promislow, the Co-Director and Primary Investigator of the Dog Aging Project and a Professor at the University of Washington. In this conversation with Dr. Promislow, we discuss his ongoing research project – current findings, how to get involved and what the team hopes to learn. The Dog Aging Project, an unprecedented and innovative research platform has grown to partner with tens of thousands of dogs and their humans across the United States to work with a team of scientists and veterinarians to understand how biology, lifestyle and environment affect health and longevity in dogs. By studying the aging process in dogs, we can discover better ways to predict, diagnose, treat, and prevent illnesses related to the aging process in both dogs and humans. This conversation is part of our inquiry into the health benefits of human-animal relationships, which we will explore further at ‘Creature Comforts' the 4th annual agein on June 17, 2023 in San Francisco. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Dr. Daniel Promislow. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss Pet Ownership is 'Medication with Jessica Bibbo, Ph.D., a Research Scientist at the Center for Research and Education with the Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging. Many of us experience the benefits of owning a pet. They connect us, motivate us to walk, keep us on a schedule and more. In this conversation with Jessica Bibbo, we learn about her recently concluded research study that looked at pet ownership benefits, challenges and resources in an aging society. The results provide empirical evidence that pets do impact the health and healthcare decisions of older adults and make a strong case for making pet ownership part of conversations about senior housing, caregiving, transportation and more. Jessica talks about the study and her hope of how this might change the conversation about health determinants in older adults. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Jessica Bibbo. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss Alive Until You're Dead: Notes on the Home Stretch with author and Buddhist teacher Susan Moon. Sit back, relax and enjoy an inspiring and thought-provoking book reading and conversation with Susan Moon. She shares stories and personal insights about what it means to be a human approaching death, inviting us to feel fully alive in the final stretch of our own lives. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Susan Moon. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org View the conversation transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/Kd0dzRgDDk1

Join our hosts, Susi Stadler and Rachael Friedman, as they discuss communication for dementia care with our featured guest, Adria Thompson, the Founder of Be Light Care Consulting and a Dementia and Communications Consultant. This is a refreshing conversation about dementia care focused on how we talk about dementia, as well as how we talk to people with dementia. Adria uses her expertise as a speech language pathologist and her everyday experience working with individuals with memory loss, to challenge stereotypes, improve communication, foster creativity, and provide support and inspiration to caregivers of all kinds. Embracing levity and humor, and with a deep well of compassion and honesty, Adria shines light on how we can be better, more-attuned caregivers and community members. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Adria Thompson. Find additional resources, learn more, donate to support our work, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss Everyday Family Caregiving with Dave Iverson, PBS broadcast journalist, author, film maker and the author of 'Winter Stars.' This is an intimate discussion with Dave Iverson about his book, ‘Winter Stars,' a moving and insightful record of ten years of family caregiving describing the everyday experiences and ever evolving personal relationships with loved ones, professional caregivers and more. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Dave Iverson. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss caregiving with Rajiv Mehta, the CEO and Founder of Atlas of Care. As people learn to see care in their lives more clearly, they become better at caring for themselves, their families, and their communities. In this discussion, Rajiv Mehta addresses recent innovations in tools and methods for self-exploration and improvement, and the impacts these have had in a wide range of communities. The conversation focuses on these topics: • Observing and visualizing our care ecosystems, the threads that bind us to others • The power of collective self-reflection, of studying your life in the company of your community • Moving towards what makes you thrive: acting on insights An example of a Care Map, the transcript of this conversation, and a free audio download are available on the At Home, On Air homepage: athomewithgrowingold.com/podcast/ At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Rajiv Mehta. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss Preparing to Care with Bob Stephen, Vice President of Caregiving and Health Programs at AARP. Caregiving is a core life skill that tends to be neglected until it's too late. This season's opening episode of At Home, On Air features Bob Stephen. We'll hear about his own experience with family caregiving as well as the challenges and opportunities across the arc of a caregiver's journey, navigating the path from independence to dependence. Our conversation will highlight the drivers behind the increasing need for caregiving, the effects of the pandemic on caregiver activities, and the balance between technological and social solutions. We'll also discuss ways family caregivers can prepare for the journey before needs arise. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Bob Stephen. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Elder Wisdom: An Overlooked Resource in Trying Times Panelist featured are women leaders, who are lifelong change-makers and paved their own paths where no roads existed! This discussion with Amy Meyer, Sandy Mori and Jennie Chin Hansen moderated by Sasha Shen Johfre is insightful as well as inspiring. We invite you to listen to our podcast, and please share your thoughts on social as we learn from these amazing women in our community! AHWGO's 'At Home, On Air' Podcast Homepage with Video + Captions: https://athomewithgrowingold.com/podcast/ Excerpts from the Discussion: “…programs in different neighborhoods are bringing the neighborhoods into the parks, so that young people will have a care and a concern that what they see will last.” - Amy Meyer, Parks Advocate (GGNRA) and Artist “So, advocacy is crucial, but advocacy is only part of the ecosystem of making things happen so that it touches real lives.” “It's about building relationships first. […] And, trust takes time.” - Jennie Chin Hansen, former President of AARP and Executive Director of OnLok “… I do feel that our country, as a nation, needs to pay more attention, to have a little bit more equity. It's easy to say, but very difficult policy changes have to take place; and, we've got to continue to advocate for these kinds of things.“ - Sandy Mori, Co-Founder of Kimochi Inc.

Let's discuss Aging in Many Places: Neighborhoods, Health and Wellbeing in Later Life with Jessica Finlay, MA, PhD University of Michigan. Jessica Finlay has dedicated her research to investigating the qualities of neighborhoods and cities that enable healthy aging and allow people to age well in their communities. Opportunities for community connection are all around, from a neighborhood market to a McDonald's, and are resources for wellbeing. The goal of Jessica's research is to identify and raise awareness about these ‘third places' and to encourage city planning practices and policy measures to actively support their role in the health of older adults. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Jessica Finlay. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss Afro- and Age-Futurism with Raina J. León, PhD, Poet, Writer, Artist, Educator and her mother Dr. Norma Thomas, LCSW, Educator. Norma and her daughter Raina are frequent collaborators. They recently put forth and co-wrote a piece about afro- and age-futurism in a recent issue of Generations. What can be learned from afro-futurism, which visualizes a future where people of African descent are liberated fully and integrally as part of society with full equity, for the concept of age-futurism? How can the effort of one movement support another? What would a future look like in the United States, where we do not pit people and generations against one another but integrate them? Norma and Raina are the perfect role model of bridging this divide. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Raina J. León and Dr. Norma Thomas. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Let's discuss art and aging with Evan Johnson, Program Director of the Lake Merritt The Lake Merritt Independent Senior Living and the Director of the Cosmic Elders Theater Ensemble. Get invigorated and energized by this conversation with theater artist and creative community builder, Evan Johnson. His work with older adults focuses on discovering the life force of playfulness and joy! Evan facilitated the Curiosity Lab at our last agein in 2021, which was a huge success with participants. He will energize and inspire us all with his imagination! At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Evan Johnson. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss funding aging with a commitment to racial equity with Janet Y. Spears, CEO of the Metta Fund, a private foundation dedicated to advancing health and equity in aging. In this role, she leads one of the only California foundations with a population focus on older adults, working with nonprofits, the community, and government partners to influence solutions that foster more equitable outcomes for older San Franciscans. In this discussion with Janet Spears, we talk about how private funding strategies can support aging in place in an era of rapid gentrification and community change. From the Master Plan on Aging in California, Private Foundations and creative innovation, to expanding individual resources for aging in community ... this conversation explores what is being done in the field of aging and where communities have room to improve. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Janet Y. Spears. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss medical advocacy with Patricia Knight, a lawyer and the Founder of Pacific Coast Health Advocacy. This conversation with Patricia Knight and Talya Onorato explores the role of health advocacy in health care and end-of-life planning. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Patricia Knight. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss new and old ways to connect for our happiness and health with Kasley Killam, MPH, Founder Social Health Labs. Living in 10 different cities before turning 30 taught Kasley Killam the art and work of forging new friendships and building community. She decided to focus her career on battling the growing epidemic of loneliness in America and launched Social Health Labs, which works to improve social well-being in individuals, communities, and organizations. Kasley recently concluded an eight-month series of conversations about loneliness and connection with different stakeholders from healthcare, education, government, technology, and other disciplines. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Kasley Killam. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss the future of aging at its intersection with technology with John and Candiece Milford, a power couple with much passion and experience in the field of aging. John is the Co-Founder of Tech-enhanced Life, an initiative that explores the intersection of aging and technology with the Longevity Explorers, a community of older adults who discuss products and services. Candiece is the Managing Director of Marketing at a San Francisco Residential Community, Rhoda Goldman Plaza and the Board President of At Home With Growing Older. In this conversation about the role(s) technology plays in the future of aging, we delve into what resources are available for older adults as we all navigate the world's evolving technologies and how you can get engaged online as a Longevity Explorer. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with John and Candiece Milford. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Susan O'Connell is not only an ordained Zen Priest but also a serial entrepreneur, who was instrumental in realizing a new kind of senior community … with 20 units reserved for long term Zen teachers from the San Francisco Zen Center and 221 living units in total. This conversation is about the journey to and the practice of this undertaking. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Susan O'Connell. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss turning climate anxiety into climate action with Dr. Michael "Mick" Smyer, Ph.D, Emeritus Professor of Psychology at Bucknell University and the Founder and CEO of Growing Greener. Dr. Mick Smyer has combined his expertise in the aging field and psychology with his commitment to mobilizing people across generations to take action to fight climate change. This conversation is both about practical strategies and tools Mick has researched and tested in his work and the specific role we can play in using these strategies to become more active on climate issues in our own lives and communities. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Dr. Mick Smyer. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss the emotional tasks of creating a vision for your own good death with Author Katy Butler, Award Winning Journalist and Thought Leader. Taking time to plan and talk about our own good death does not typically make the ‘most desirable conversations list' with family and friends; however, making a point to find ways to broach the topic can help us feel more at peace and, to some extent, more in control as we age. In this podcast, Katy explains some of the methods she has discovered over the last decade on her quest for a better understanding of end of life planning… At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Author Katy Butler. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss mindful self-compassion with David Fredrickson, a Psychotherapist and Mindful Self-Compassion Teacher. Over the last few years, we have all come face to face with vulnerability and loss, especially older adults. In this conversation we explore the practice of Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC). We can't avoid many of life's difficulties, but we can develop a way of relating to ourselves that is kinder, more compassionate and causes less distress or harm. Research shows that self-compassion leads to increased emotional and physical wellbeing, reduced levels of anxiety and depression, greater resilience, maintenance of healthy habits, and improved personal relationships. In this conversation, David Fredrickson explains the three components of mindful self-compassion and leads participants in a guided meditation/mindfulness exercise to give us a feel for mindful self-compassion in practice! At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with David Fredrickson. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss end-of-life issues in the Chinese American community with the Chinese American Coalition for Compassionate Care (CACCC). Sandy Stokes and Theresa Cheng from CACCC discuss two of their programs: 'Mindfulness for Stress Reduction of Caregivers in the Chinese Community' and 'Heart to Heart Café,' where participants play cards designed to help people talk about difficult subjects around the end of life and care needs, both within families and within the community. Both programs are designed to be culturally appropriate and led by English- and Chinese-speaking facilitators. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with the CACCC. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss elderhood with Louise Aronson, M.D., Professor of Medicine at UCSF, Author of Elderhood, and 2020 Pulitzer Prize finalist. There's childhood, adulthood... and elderhood. In this conversation, we will explore this third phase of life and how we can better prepare for it individually and as a society. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Louise Aronson. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss Right Place, Right Time: Choosing Home for the 2nd Half of Life with Ryan Frederick, Author and Founder of Smart-Living 360. “If you care enough to watch your diet, exercise regularly and save responsibly, then you also ought to carefully consider your home at every stage of life.” Ryan just published a book, 'Right Place, Right Time' to help readers recognize and optimize their homes as an enabler of health. This conversation will look at the various factors - from finance to the culture of neighborhoods - that impact decisions about the right home in mid-life and beyond. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Ryan Frederick. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org #Aging #AHWGO #AtHomeOnAir #AHOA #Community #Podcast #OlderAdults #AtHomeWithGrowingOlder#ListenLearnLive #JoinTheConversation #SubscribeToday

Prepare to be moved and inspired by our conversation with Sarah Hill, as she shares her experiences as an end-of-life doula. We will explore the nuts and bolts of her role, how she taps into and influences the experience of dying for her clients and their families, and the ways in which death doulas are reshaping the cultural conversation about end-of-life. We will address how this differs from hospice care, as well as the role doulas play in supporting The California End-of-Life Option Act and Medical Aid in Dying. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Sarah Hill. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Join us as we discuss co-housing with Charles Durrett, author of Senior Cohousing: A Community Approach to Independent Living—The Handbook (as well as several other books on cohousing), and the Owner and Principal Architect of The Cohousing Company, a consulting firm which has adapted its cohousing design experience to affordable housing developments and senior neighborhoods. Charles presents often to groups about cohousing and has received numerous awards, including the World Habitat Award presented by the United Nations. As we navigate the future of aging and housing, let's explore cohousing and what benefits and challenges are ahead! At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Charles Durrett. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Clare Cooper Marcus is Professor Emerita in the Departments of Architecture and Landscape Architecture at the University of California, Berkeley. She is the Principal of Healing Landscapes, a consulting firm that specializes in researching the effectiveness of restorative landscapes in healthcare settings. She is internationally recognized for her research on the social and psychological implications of design, particularly urban open space, affordable housing, outdoor space in healthcare, and environments for children and the elderly. In this conversation, Clare will discuss her gardening life-journey, gardening as we age, and why we should be advocating for thoughtfully-designed healing gardens. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Clare Cooper Marcus. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Jennifer Wong, PhD is leading the newly founded Wallis Annenberg GenSpace located in Los Angeles' Koreatown in a stunning, new building designed by one of the international star architects. In this conversation Jennifer will address the innovative vision for the GenSpace, the opportunities the context of this unique building offers to execute this vision and the challenges of supporting a healthy aging experience in the face of increasing social isolation. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Jennifer Wong. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Ed and Diane Reed. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Alzheimer's is a Humanitarian Crisis. It Needs a Human Response. At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Anne Basting and Dr. Jason Karlawish. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org

Thinking Global, Acting Local: How Age and Disability Friendly San Francisco is Strengthening the Community Safety Net At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Shireen McSpadden. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org “We have done a lot of community outreach over the last year. We are now saying – let's find new ways to support organizations that are organically part of the community that are run by black, and indigenous people of color instead of always thinking about what is the easiest and biggest organization we can work with. …How do we have a hybrid approach, where we are saying the big efforts that support 60,000 people a week are very important and so are the ones that support very specific communities? We have a lot of experience with this over the last year, and I feel personally grateful for this. This has shown me more deeply what different communities experience, and how we can do a better job serving these communities.” – Shireen McSpadden, AHOA Episode 22

Towards an Age Integrated Society: Proximity, Purpose and the Power of Imagination At Home With Growing Older is proud to be your host of At Home, On Air a bi-weekly radio hour offering connection, community and knowledge to our participants remotely. We invite you to listen and learn from this live recorded episode of, At Home, On Air with Marc Freedman. Learn more, donate today, and register for the next LIVE episode of At Home, On Air: www.athomewithgrowingolder.org “I have a particular hope for elder leaders like Biden or Nancy Pelosi to really call the younger generation to action to solve the problems of the country, to join older people in doing that and to create for the first time a co-generational service corp. Rarely do we bring generations together on equal footing to bring their unique assets and idealism...” – Marc Freedman, AHOA Episode 21