
Aging presents a unique stage of life - one that has not been adequately explored. As life expectancy grows, our society has not kept up with the potential of an added generation of experience - potentially decades beyond age sixty-five. While projected longevity and increased quality of life presents opportunities, there are challenges that need attention now.
As we age, we are more likely to live alone and can face barriers to community and connection. Leaving work, the deaths of friends and loved ones, stopping driving, hearing and vision challenges all can isolate older adults from sources of community. Social isolation alone doesn’t guarantee loneliness, but it is a significant risk factor.
AGING TOGETHER IN NY PREMIERES SPRING 2023
May 15-21: Aging Together Week 2023 | |
Tuesday May 16th | 4pm | 4pm Aging Matters: Companionship & Intimacy |
Tuesday May 16th | 4:30pm | Tuesday May 16th at 4pm |
Thursday May 18th | 7:30pm | Film: Young at Heart |
Friday, May 19th | 4pm | Age Wise: End of Life |
Friday, May 19th | 4:30pm | Age Wise: Communities that Care |
Friday, May 19th | 5pm | Film: Young at Heart |
Friday, May 19th | 7:30pm | New York NOW Special Coverage |
Stories on Aging Across PBS
PBS NewsHour
A Brief But Spectacular Take on Memory Loss, Healthy Aging
A Brief But Spectacular take on memory loss and healthy aging
Exploring Aging
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Videos

PBS NewsHour
A Brief But Spectacular Take on Memory Loss, Healthy Aging

Sages of Aging
Sages of Aging

The Lexicon of Sustainability
57 (The Average Age of the American Farmer)

The Great Age Reboot
The Great Age Reboot

Age Wise
Caregiving

PBS American Portrait
Caring For Seniors In The Heart Of NYC
Local Support & Resources
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