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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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A Brief But Spectacular Take on Memory Loss, Healthy Aging
PBS NewsHour
A Brief But Spectacular Take on Memory Loss, Healthy Aging
Sages of Aging
Sages of Aging
Sages of Aging
57 (The Average Age of the American Farmer)
The Lexicon of Sustainability
57 (The Average Age of the American Farmer)
The Great Age Reboot
The Great Age Reboot
The Great Age Reboot
Caregiving
Age Wise
Caregiving
Caring For Seniors In The Heart Of NYC
PBS American Portrait
Caring For Seniors In The Heart Of NYC

Local Support & Resources

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