Submitted by: Mary Benson Has your role in life suddenly changed from being a husband, a mother, a son, or a daughter, to the role of a full time care provider of a family member that lives with dementia?  If this is your situation, you need support.  Think of your support system as like having […]

Submitted by: Ashley Bowler Many people are living longer; however, we can’t assume longevity means a high quality of life –  especially while living through a pandemic. In saying “Living Strong Longer,” what we mean is that older persons keep their bodies and minds healthy so they can live longer, higher quality lives. We do […]

Submitted by: Erin Olde Did you know Robert Neil Butler (1927-2010) coined the term “Ageism”? Butler was a graduate of Columbia University and was a physician, gerontologist, psychiatrist, and author who was the director of the National Institute on Aging. Butler was known for his work on the social needs and the rights of older […]

Submitted by: Paige Walker Ageism is defined as the stereotyping and discrimination against individuals or groups based on their age. Ageism affects all age groups but can especially be seen in the older adult population. Ageism is the most tolerated “ism” which is why many older adults experience ageism.  There are many ways in which […]

Submitted by: Erin Olde In a recent post, Alberta Council on Aging asked the public about ways in which people can improve the quality of life for older adults. I would love to share a comment: “Purpose! Ensure our aging population continues to have a purpose. Interest driven purpose. Doing things together and intergenerationally. Keeping their interests […]

They meet on the elevator. She is 102, and asks “how old are you?” He says “92”, and she comes back with, “oh you will want to get to be over 100 – things are so much better then!” Embrace your age. Welcome to Alberta Council on Aging where every age is celebrated and honoured. […]