News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club
Stay informed with "News for the Ages," where we explore the latest developments in aging, longevity, and caregiving. Hosted by Linda Sherman, Ray Gordon and Debbie Howard, our show features insights from a diverse group of industry experts.
Each week, we delve into journalistic articles from respected publications, bringing you the most current and informative stories. Join our lively discussions as we cover wellness, neuroscience, aging in place, senior fitness, caregiver support and more.
Our sister podcast is Rethinking Aging Club Podcast.
Podcasting since 2024 • 110 episodes
News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club
Latest Episodes
Caregiving Crisis, Questions to Ask Your Elders, Memory Care Marketing, Resistance to Disability Self Identifying 12-16-25
Debbie Howard presented two articles: one on the caregiving crisis, highlighting increasing stress and financial strain on caregivers, with average caregiving duration at 4.5 years. Her second article focuses on questions to ask elders ov...
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Season 3
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Episode 44
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Health Span, Fun Retirement Communities 12-9-25
In this episode we discussed health span and intrinsic capacity, with Ellen Khalifa highlighting a New Scientist article. The article noted that by 2029, 1.4 billion people will be aged 60 or over, but health expectancy hasn't kept pace with li...
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Season 3
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Episode 43
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Unlicensed Small Care Homes Issue, Arthritis Treatment 12-2-25
In this News for the Ages episode we discussed the issue of older adults being lured into unlicensed adult family homes also known as small group care homes in Maryland, where they are charged significantly less but receive substandard care. De...
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Season 3
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Episode 42
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Transportation for Japan Aging Rural Population; 70 is the New 50 in the USA 11-25-25
Live from Japan, Ginger Griggs presented the critical challenge of maintaining adequate transportation services due to the convergence of the aging and declining population, along with depopulation in rural areas (which can leave residents stuc...
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Season 3
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Episode 41
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53:45
Colleges Offering Over 65 Housing, Hidden Costs of Downsizing, Language Learning Brain Health Benefits Study, Impact of Medicaid Cuts 11-18-25
In this News for the Ages episode Benjamin Surmi highlighted the trend of senior living communities on college campuses, noting the financial benefits to colleges but warned of the challenges of integrating seniors into campus life. Buyer bewar...
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Season 3
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Episode 40
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