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The Journal on Active Aging brings articles of value to professionals dedicated to older-adult quality of life. Content sweeps across the active-aging landscape to focus on education and practice. Find articles of interest by searching the article archives in three ways: Enter a keyword in the articles search bar; click on search by topic; or type a keyword or phrase in the general search bar at the top of the page.
The future of longevity: the science of thriving into late life by Colin Milner
Michael Roizen, MD, discusses the transformative potential of advances in longevity research, offering insights into the key pillars of healthy aging and the impact on healthcare and communities.
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Mary Leary: Fueling forward-thinking "next practices" at Mather and beyond by Julie King, MS
Mary Leary, president and CEO of Mather, received a 2022 ICAA NuStep Pinnacle Award in the "Wellness CEO" category. This honor recognizes a chief executive's exceptional leadership and commitment to a wellness culture in a senior living community or community center. Read on to learn how Leary guides her organization in creating "Ways to Age Well."
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Enhancing functional activities of daily living in a stroke survivor by Lourdes Escobar Torres, MD; Mary E Sanders, PhD, FACSM, CDCES, ACSM-CEP; Charo Belenguer Benitez; and Agustin Melendez Ortega, P
A stroke at age 40 left Celia severely disabled. With physical therapy delayed in the optimal recovery period, the likelihood of her regaining independence seemed poor. Her responses to an aquatic exercise intervention show that, even after this period, it's possible for individuals to improve their function significantly over time with community-based exercise. Celia's results offer hope for stroke survivors and encouragement for those who support their health and wellness.
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Unlock the future: Insights to close the perception gap between senior living and consumers by Jeff Weiss
Explore the gap between community offerings in senior living and consumer expectations and perceptions with these findings from a new International Council on Active Aging/Age of Majority research report. Gain insights and takeaways to begin bridging the divide.
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Revolutionize experiences and outcomes with person-centered wellness by Colin Milner
No longer just a personal aspiration, living better longer has become a transformative force in the active-aging industry. This new era in thinking drives the priority given to wellness. Consider that in 2022's ICAA State of the Wellness Industry survey, four in five respondents (81%) considered wellness a top priority for their organizations. To optimize support for older adults' health and wellness, a highly person-centered approach is desirable. Why? One word: diversity. A highly person-centered approach finds meaningful new ways to connect with the needs and interests of residents, members and staff.
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Make your Active Aging Week more visible and rewarding
How will you promote your Active Aging Week participation this fall? If you haven't done so already, you might want to consider involving public officials in your event planning. The annual observance, presented by Humana and led by the International Council on Active Aging, promotes healthier, more engaged living for older adults. It offers a valuable opportunity for both these officials and your organization to increase recognition and publicity. Public recognition can reinforce value for your participants and organization.
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