Finding creativity, purpose, growth, learning at every age
By Alexandra Newman As you’re reading this, I’m on a boat off the coast of Florida sailing toward Mexico. My first time venturing outside of the United States. My mom, sisters, and I have been planning this trip for over a year, and I am so incredibly excited that it’s finally here. During the cruise, we’ll be celebrating my mom’s 60th birthday – a milestone I hope to celebrate in […]
Flipping the Script on Aging: Older Workers Are a Competitive Advantage Businesses Need
By Christine Vanlandingham What if the catalyst for your company’s next breakthrough isn’t the latest technology, but a new approach to workforce diversity? At Region IV Area Agency on Aging, we’ve spent the past year inviting our community to “Flip the Script on Aging.” It’s more than a slogan—it’s a movement to challenge outdated stereotypes […]
From Support to Solutions: Resources for a Dignified, Independent Life – July 19, 2025
By Christine Vanlandingham At a local hair salon this past weekend, a conversation floated across the room—one that’s becoming increasingly common. A woman in the chair across the way was sharing her struggle to care for her aging mother, who has mild cognitive impairment and needs nursing home-level care for her physical needs. “She doesn’t […]
Embrace the madness of March by pursuing your passions – Emily Marshall – March 30, 2024
Every spring, our televisions are inundated with game after game of March Madness basketball. While I don’t claim to understand this craze, I can appreciate the excitement it brings and the fun of the sports crazed community. Fans around the country complete their brackets, making their best educated guesses as to who will beat whom. […]