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06/05/2026

Air quality alerts are not only for people with asthma or lung disease.

In the latest episode of The Age of Aging, Bev Stewart of the American Lung Association explains why older adults are more vulnerable to air pollution, especially on days when the air quality is poor.

She also shares practical steps people can take to reduce exposure at home and outdoors.

What should you check before heading outside? When should you rethink outdoor exercise? What can help improve the air inside your home?

Listen to Polluted Minds: The Surprising Connection Between Pollution and Alzheimer's Disease: ageofaging.org/episodes/polluted-minds

The Age of Aging is made possible by the Michael Naidoff Communications Hub fund and Lena Chow, and our sponsors, Rothkoff Law Group and the Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Center in Philadelphia.

06/04/2026

"What happens during cognitive testing?"

It's one of the most common questions we hear from research participants.

In this new video, Dr. Dawn Mechanic-Hamilton walks through what cognitive testing looks like, what researchers are measuring, and what participants can expect during a visit.

If you've ever felt nervous about testing or wondered what those memory and thinking tasks are all about, this video is for you.

What happens during cognitive testing in aging and dementia researc...

06/02/2026

Could the air we breathe affect brain health as we age?

In our latest episode, Dr. Eddie Lee explores new research linking air pollution exposure with Alzheimer’s pathology in the brain. You’ll also hear from Dr. Holly Elser, Dr. Trevor Penning, Bev Stewart, and clean air advocate Russell Zerbo on air quality, aging, and what people and communities can do to reduce risk.

Listen to Polluted Minds: The Surprising Connection Between Pollution and Alzheimer's Disease: ageofaging.org/episodes/polluted-minds

The Age of Aging is made possible by the Michael Naidoff Communications Hub fund and Lena Chow, and our sponsors, Rothkoff Law Group and the Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Center in Philadelphia

06/01/2026

Missed this season of the Empowering Caregivers Workshop Series? You can still catch up online.

In the latest recorded session, Penn Memory Center Co-Director David Wolk shares an overview of anti-amyloid therapies for early Alzheimer’s disease, including how these treatments work, who may be eligible, and what patients and care partners should consider when making treatment decisions.

The session also explores how clinicians support families through these conversations in real-world care.

Watch this session and explore previous Empowering Caregivers talks through the full playlist: bit.ly/3QWOB7m

Learn about the latest treatment options for early Alzheimer’s disease in this session from the Empowering Caregivers Workshop Series.In this recorded talk, ...

05/29/2026

What does it take to age independently?

On a new episode of The Age of Aging, we explore one part of aging that often gets overlooked: the planning required to maintain independence over time.

Bode Hennegan, founder of Life Managers and Associates, shares common pitfalls she sees older adults face when planning for later life. Legal documents alone are not enough. Aging independently also means thinking about who will help manage care, finances, daily logistics, and decision-making if needs change.

The episode looks at practical questions many families avoid until a crisis. Who will pay the bills? Who will coordinate care? Is the home equipped for aging? Are the right supports in place?

Listen to the latest episode of The Age of Aging: ageofaging.org/episodes/whealthcare

The Age of Aging is made possible by the Michael Naidoff Communications Hub fund and Rothkoff Law Group.

05/27/2026

Looking for a dementia-friendly social outing?

Dementia Friendly Doylestown is hosting a special screening of Grease for people living with cognitive impairment and their care partners.

Sing along to familiar songs, enjoy a welcoming environment, and share a fun morning at the movies.

📅 Thursday, May 28
🕙 Doors open: 9:45 a.m. | Show: 10 a.m.
📍 Regal Warrington Crossing, Warrington, PA
🎟️ $5 per person

Learn more and register: dementiafriendlydoylestown.org/movies

05/26/2026

What does healthy financial aging look like?

On a new episode of The Age of Aging, financial educator Christine Moriarty shares practical advice for building greater financial confidence and peace of mind as we age.

Her message is not about chasing perfection. It is about knowing yourself, understanding your financial details, preparing for the unexpected, and taking small, realistic steps toward greater stability.

From emergency savings and insurance to retirement benefits, estate planning, and spending aligned with your values, Christine offers reminders that financial planning is not only about money. It is about reducing stress and preparing for the future you want.

Listen to the latest episode of The Age of Aging: ageofaging.org/episodes/whealthcare

The Age of Aging is made possible by the Michael Naidoff Communications Hub fund and Rothkoff Law Group.

05/22/2026

A longer life often means more years of opportunity. It also often means more years of navigating health changes, caregiving, and care planning.

On a new episode of The Age of Aging, Dr. Mary Naylor of Penn Nursing’s NewCourtland Center for Transitions and Health shares why longevity is not only a financial issue, but a care planning issue.

Many older adults will need some form of long-term care during their lifetime. Yet families often enter these moments unprepared, with critical conversations, plans, and decisions delayed until a crisis.

The episode explores the realities of health transitions, the growing pressures on family caregivers, the “sandwich generation,” and why early conversations about care, finances, and future wishes matter.

Listen to the latest episode of The Age of Aging: ageofaging.org/episodes/whealthcare

The Age of Aging is made possible by the Michael Naidoff Communications Hub fund and Rothkoff Law Group.

05/20/2026

“Why I said yes to research”

At the 2026 Penn Memory Center Research Partner Thank You Lunch, research participants and care partners shared the personal reasons behind their decision to take part in research.

Their reflections touch on hope, family experiences with dementia, helping future generations, and contributing to progress in memory care and brain health research.

Thank you to every participant, care partner, and family member whose time, trust, and partnership continue to advance Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia research.

Learn more about research participation at Penn Memory Center at pennmemorycenter.org/research/

At the 2026 Penn Memory Center Research Partner Thank You Lunch, research participants and care partners shared why they chose to take part in research at Pe...

05/19/2026

We’re living longer than ever before. But what does a longer life mean for our finances, our families, and the way we plan for care?

On a new episode of The Age of Aging, experts explore the financial realities of longevity, caregiving, and aging in America.
Surya Kolluri, head of the TIAA Institute shares a perspective that reshapes how many of us think about aging. Longer life is not only about adding years. It changes the structure of life itself. Retirement may last decades. Caregiving responsibilities stretch longer.

Planning for health, finances, and support systems becomes more important than many families realize.

The episode also examines the growing pressures facing caregivers, the financial toll of caregiving, the challenges of the “sandwich generation,” and practical steps individuals, families, employers, and policymakers should consider as our population ages.

Listen to the latest episode of The Age of Aging: ageofaging.org/episodes/whealthcare

The Age of Aging is made possible by the Michael Naidoff Communications Hub fund and Rothkoff Law Group.