Showing posts with label ageism. Show all posts
Showing posts with label ageism. Show all posts
Tuesday, February 3, 2026

From Conversation to Culture Change: How Intergenerational Work Transforms Communities

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It started, as many good things do, with a simple invitation. The city was preparing to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the May Day Fes...
Monday, February 2, 2026

Seeing the Longevity Dividend: From Burden to Shared Asset

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Every conversation about aging eventually seems to circle back to the same question: Can we afford it? An aging population is often framed...
Sunday, February 1, 2026

Home, Safety, and Dignity: Ageism Where We Live

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When her husband died after 35 years of marriage, the house went quiet in a way she hadn’t anticipated. At first, there were visits. Condo...
Saturday, January 31, 2026

“Not a Good Fit”: Ageism at Work and the Myth of the Ideal Employee

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 It often starts with a phrase that sounds harmless enough. “Not a good fit.” “Looking for new energy.” “Time to bring in fresh ideas.” ...
Friday, January 30, 2026

Missed Signals and Missed Care: Ageism Inside the Health System

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In Canada, it has become almost routine to begin any conversation about healthcare with the same phrase: the system is in crisis . Emergency...
Thursday, January 29, 2026

Words That Wound: Language, Labels, and the Power of “Elder Speak”

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The doctor’s office was quiet in that familiar way, paper rustling, keyboards tapping, a muffled cough from behind a closed door. I was mid-...
Wednesday, January 28, 2026

When the Message Gets Inside: How Self-Directed Ageism Shrinks Possibility

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When I was younger, I made a simple promise to myself. Every year, I would try one new thing. It didn’t have to be dramatic. Sometimes it ...
Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Everyday Ageism: The Quiet Moments That Shape How We Age

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The band had taken a break, the music fading into the low hum of conversation and clinking cups. On the dance floor, a group of women stood ...
Monday, January 26, 2026

What Really Makes Intergenerational Connection Work

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 The room was full, but something was missing. At first glance, the intergenerational lunch at the community centre appeared to be a succe...
Friday, February 14, 2025

Ageism

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 Ageism—discrimination based on age—affects many people, especially seniors. It shows up in everyday conversations, workplace policies, and ...
Friday, July 5, 2024

10 Tips to Combat Ageism Within an Organization

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Nearly 60 years after workplace age discrimination was outlawed, two out of three workers aged 45 to 74 say they have experienced age discri...
Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Creating an Age-Inclusive Society

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To combat ageism and promote an age-inclusive society, it is essential to challenge stereotypes and raise awareness about the valuable contr...
Monday, March 11, 2024

Should We Reframe How We Talk About Aging?

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In an earlier post, I suggested that ageism is a problem because the research on the subject is inconclusive. One way to bring more awarenes...
Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Thoughts on Ageism

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Ageism, a form of discrimination based on age, is a pervasive issue that affects individuals in numerous aspects of their lives. Ageism enco...
Monday, November 27, 2023

Promoting Positive Ageing

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Embracing a positive mindset towards aging is a key strategy to enhance subjective age. By challenging negative beliefs about getting older,...
Sunday, November 26, 2023

Chronological vs Subjective ageind Examining Stereotypes and Prejudice

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Ageism, much like the high-waisted jeans trend, is a concept that has unfortunately stood the test of time. It refers to prejudice, stereoty...
Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Subjective vs Chronological Age 1

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Do you feel as old as you are, and if so, what does this mean to your ability to enjoy growing older. Subjective vs Chronological age are di...
Wednesday, November 8, 2023

A walk down memory lane with a purpose

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 We need to find ways to make our voices heard, here are some more ideas. Stay informed about proposed legislation related to senior rights ...
Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Ah, ageism, the fine art of stereotyping

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  Ah, ageism, the fine art of stereotyping an entire group of people because, well, who needs individuality when you can make sweeping gener...
Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Official Launch of the Canadian Coalition Against Ageism

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The official launch of the newly-formed Canadian Coalition Against Ageism took place in Toronto in late November. The BC Seniors Advocate is...