Beyond Generations
Beyond Generations explores insights and amplifies voices by delving deeper into topics aligned to the American Society on Aging's Generations publications through an equity lens.
Episodes
12 episodes
Giving Social Workers What They Need to Serve Older Adults Living with HIV/AIDS
Social workers are in a unique position because they interact with the broader social determinants of health—such as mental health, housing, employment, etc.—and see firsthand how they impact people living and aging with HIV. Kerry Littlewood fr...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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36:34
Educating Healthcare Workers on Caring for People Living and Aging with HIV/AIDS
Many adults who are aging with HIV have experienced immense loss, stigma and discrimination—even within the healthcare system. Unfortunately, the care and treatment they receive often comes from specialists who are unfamiliar with HIV and the u...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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32:05
How The Denver Principles Are Relevant for Older Adults Living with HIV/AIDS
In 1983, activists developed a manifesto referred to as The Denver Principles, which asserts the rights and responsibilities of people living with HIV, including the right to make meaningful decisions, and declares that they are not pa...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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50:06
How Hispanic/Latinx Communities Aging with HIV/AIDS Have Been Overlooked
More than one in every five older adults living with HIV is Hispanic/Latinx. This population living with HIV is a rapidly expanding demographic, and yet they face unique hurdles in accessing healthcare and treatment. Often they have been related...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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23:45
The Experiences of Black Men Aging with HIV/AIDS
People living with HIV have historically faced social isolation and stigma from society, however, Black men in particular have faced unique challenges while aging with HIV. Joe Robinson from THRIVE SS sits down with special guest host Raymond A...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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27:46
Challenges and Approaches to HIV Care for Older Adults
Caring for older adults—specifically those older than age 50—who are living with HIV calls for increasing access to services and care coordination. HealthHIV’s Pozitively Aging program works to improve the quality of life for those aging with HI...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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29:55
Financial Empowerment for Women
Lena Haas, head of Wealth Management Advice and Solutions at Edward Jones, explores the benefits of building financial knowledge and strength for women. She discusses the importance of being involved in financial decision-making, how an emergen...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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18:13
Helping Women Thrive in Retirement
Women investors have unique needs and considerations when it comes to managing retirement, Social Security benefits and their finances. While flexibility is important, having a structured financial strategy is essential. Lena Haas, head of Weal...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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17:54
Promoting Healthier Futures to End Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s is a devastating disease impacting more than 6 million Americans. It also is among the most expensive diseases, with a lifetime cost of care of more than $390,000. Edward Jones Principal Vanessa Okwuraiwe shares insights into protec...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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15:27
The Importance of Financial Education to Build Financial Strength
Financial advice and education are critical components for building a stable financial future, yet many lack access to these tools. Edward Jones Principal Vanessa Okwuraiwe discusses her firm’s efforts to grow financial knowledge and build long...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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18:57
Seizing Opportunities and Bridging the Wealth Gap
The wealth gap in America is real—and it represents the impact of systemic and institutional racism spanning four centuries in the United States. Edward Jones Principal Vanessa Okwuraiwe explores potential solutions to narrow this financial div...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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22:22
Building Financial Resilience Across the Lifespan
Generations are defined less by age than by shared experiences. From Gen Z to the Silent Generation, each group has unique needs, desires and challenges—particularly when it comes to finances. Lena Haas, head of Wealth Management Advice and Sol...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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24:26