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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.
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Peter Thompson: Transforming a bold vision into an impactful reality by Julie King, MS
This 2022 ICAA NuStep Pinnacle Award-winning CEO introduces the next generation of community centers and looks back at what it took to develop the award-winning Center at Belvedere, recognized in the Pinnacle's Community Center category.
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The physical activity health paradox: What it means for active-aging organizations by Marilynn Larkin, MA
When it comes to required occupational physical activity, less may be more. This Journal on Active Aging Contributing Editor and columnist explores the evidence suggesting that where and why people engage in physical activity matters, plus possible implications for the active-aging workforce, in the first article of her new "Hot Topic!" column.
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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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Lynne Katzmann: Leading the way in senior living wellness by Julie King, MS
Winner of a 2022 ICAA NuStep Pinnacle Award, Juniper Communities' founder and CEO, Lynne Katzmann, discusses how and why her organization prioritizes wellness and demonstrates what wellness leadership means in the senior living space.
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Indoor air quality, part one: Why it matters and how to improve it by Regina Vaicekonyte, MS, WELL AP
Awareness has increased in recent years about the health impacts of indoor air quality. Recent survey results reveal consumer insights on the importance of indoor air quality across environments serving older adults. Read on to learn more, plus gain a trio of strategies for cleaner air.
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Closing the wellness gaps by Colin Milner
Research shows overwhelming commitment to wellness as a priority across the active-aging industry. But a lack of clarity about wellness itself may present a barrier to effective implementation.
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