ProAging Podcast

The critically acclaimed autobiographical story of a man who faces his diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease by actor and playwright Samuel A. Simon. Simon takes the stage as a man facing his cognitive decline and asks the hard questions of what to do next in the face of what he calls “an existential journey.” It is a peek into the head and heart of the struggle with a broken medical system and a personal and family challenge.

Brief outline of discussion

The challenge our society faces is how to improve the health, well being and longevity of people who are already old. How can we harness the power unleashed by elders who choose to grow old rather than merely get old? Strength, purpose and belonging are legitimate pursuits for older people. Aging is simply the name we give to growth when we are no longer young. 

Dr. Bill Thomas is a prolific author, speaker and founder of the Eden Alternative and the Green House Project. In 2008, the Wall Street Journal named him one of the 12 most influential Americans shaping aging in the 21st century. He is currently chief independence officer of population health pioneer Lifespark. 

His most recent book is Better Together: The Awesome Power of Growing Stronger Together. The book is the last of a free four-part series dedicated to help older people and their families perfect the process of Aging Magnificently.

Produced in partnership with Reston for a Lifetime and the Positive Aging Community

This was a planned discussion with Michael Hebb Author of Let's Talk about Death (over Dinner): An Invitation and Guide to Life's Most Important Conversation and Co-Founder of Death Over Dinner  Death Over Dinner has been one of the most effective end-of-life awareness campaigns to date; and has provided the framework and inspiration for more than a million dinners focused on having these end-of-life conversations.

Unfortunately Michael had a last minute emergency that prevented him attending (he is excited about scheduling a follow up).

This discussion was led by Steve Gurney of the Positive Aging Community.  Steve shared the steps he took to host a Let's Have Dinner and Talk About Death Dinner Party.  Steve walked through the steps of signing up, inviting guests and the prompts and conversations he used at the dinner.  

As a special bonus Jason Popko, who hosts regular Death Cafe's in Berkley, CA shared information about the Death Cafe Movement and how his meetings help stimulate conservations on the end of life topic.

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An interactive discussion and the opportunity to network and connect with other senior living marketing professionals! Learn new concepts 

Questions or want to brainstorm contact [email protected] or schedule time at https://calendly.com/proaging

Link to chat and recording https://www.retirementlivingsourcebook.com/videos/marketing-masterminds-in-senior-living-6081 

According to the Pew Research Center, three-quarters of those 65 and older regularly use computers, tablets and smart phones. But that doesn’t mean their technology lives are easy! 

A live and interactive discussion with the team from an innovative platform started at Columbia University designed to make technology accessible for everyone! Go Go Quincy is a learning and computer help hotline offering immediate aid with email, websites, printers & more.

Contact Ryan Greene at [email protected]

SPECIAL OFFER FOR POSITIVE AGING COMMUNITY! Use the code PROAGING Just Call 208.557.8466 or https://www.gogoquincy.com/ to unlock 20 minutes of free support each month to any attendees and their networks/communities (this extends the typical 14 minutes without a partner code). No Credit Card is needed.

A discussion with Dr. William Mansbach that explores how meditation may improve some aspects of cognition, reduce stress or anxiety, improve insomnia, and general well-being for individuals with cognitive impairment.

For questions and inquiries contact

Michael McGregor PT, DPT

After shoveling snow in 2010, Al developed debilitating back and muscle pain. Throughout his extensive rehab, strength training, and treatment, he was instructed to go to a mall and start walking. Since then he has competed in the Northern Virginia Senior Olympics (NVSO) multiple times and won bronze and silver medals. Now he is focused on winning gold and helping inspire others to live purposeful, healthy lifestyles and stay active!

Contact Al Lamb at [email protected]

A live discussion that explored the Swedish practice that involves organizing and decluttering your home to reduce the burden on loved ones of sifting through dozens (if not hundreds!) of objects to decide what is significant and what should be kept. 

Discussion led by Heather Nickerson Co-Founder & CEO of Artifcts

PACE serves individuals who are age 55 or older, certified by their state to need nursing home care, able to live safely in the community at the time of enrollment, and live in a PACE service area. Currently, there are 151 PACE Programs operating in 32 states and DC with a total census of 68,578 

Peter Fitzgerald,  Executive Vice President, Policy and Strategy with the National PACE Association

[email protected]     |     703-535-1519     |     www.npaonline.org

Poor oral health can have severe consequences. Research has shown that gum inflammation raises the risk for lung disease, heart disease, blood vessel blockage, and strokes. Join us for a live and interactive discussion that will explore challenges and spotlight an innovative and fun solution to better oral hygiene!

Dr. Seth Dubin District Mobile Dental 

Alec Rogers Truthbrush