Ageism

As professionals working with older adults, we can STOP the stigma of old age According to the United States Census Bureau, there are over 48 million people 65 and older in the United States as of 2017, making up almost 15% of the population. . The projected population of people age 65 and older in 2060 is a staggering 98.2 million, with 19.7 million people age 85 and older.

As this population continues to grow, we need to continue to provide the best care. Everyone we work with needs to realize how important it is to believe in the STRENGTH of people, no matter what age.  Caregivers, family members, and all members of the interdisciplinary team play a major role in reversing the aging process.

Age is just a number

We should be challenging our clients and taking them to the next level.  I often hear my clients say how old they are and they are too old to do this.  Why do they say this and think this way? Ageism. We need to encourage our clients that they can improve and gro...