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News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club

Linda Sherman, Ray Gordon and Debbie Howard

Stay informed with "News for the Ages," where we explore the latest developments in aging, longevity, and caregiving. Hosted by Linda Sherman, Ray Gordon and Debbie Howard, our show features insights from a diverse group of industry experts.Each week, we delve into journalistic articles from respected publications, bringing you the most current and informative stories. Join our lively discussions as we cover wellness, neuroscience, aging in place, senior fitness, caregiver support and more.Our

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56:29

Elder Millennials, Smart Home Products for Aging in...

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2026/01/05

In this 12-30-25 News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club episode, Ellen Khalifa presented an article from New York Magazine on elder millennials, highlighting the concept of "the cliff" at ages 44 and 60, and the importance of self-acceptance and adaptability. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury presented the second part of her smart home products for aging in place, covering Wirecutter recommendations including the Amazon Echo Show 3, Apple iPad 11th generation, and smart locks for enhanced

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60:30

UK Longevity Medicine, How Exercise Slows Cancer,...

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2025/12/28

In our December 23, 2025 News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club episode Dr. Zalan Alam explained the British approach to longevity, emphasizing lifestyle interventions and social prescribing over supplements. Ray Gordon presented an article from New Scientist, explaining how exercise shifts metabolism to favor muscle cells over cancer cells. A new animal study confirms the continuing theory that muscle cells are more greedy for energy than cancer cells, potentially slowing cancer growth. Earlier

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61:17

Caregiving Crisis, Questions to Ask Your Elders,...

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2025/12/20

Debbie Howard presented two articles: one on the caregiving crisis, highlighting increasing stress and financial strain on caregivers, with average caregiving duration at 4.5 years. Her second article focuses on questions to ask elders over the holidays to capture their life stories. Benjamin Surmi shared insights on memory care marketing tactics, emphasizing the importance of authentic representation and community engagement. Ellen Khalifa presented an article about the stigma around disability

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51:01

Health Span, Fun Retirement Communities 12-9-25

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2025/12/12

In this episode we discussed health span and intrinsic capacity, with Ellen Khalifa highlighting a New Scientist article. The article noted that by 2029, 1.4 billion people will be aged 60 or over, but health expectancy hasn't kept pace with life expectancy. Intrinsic capacity shows improvements in cohorts born in the 1950s compared to earlier generations. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury presented a New York Times article on fun retirement communities, showcasing various niche living options for baby

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55:42

Unlicensed Small Care Homes Issue, Arthritis...

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2025/12/06

In this News for the Ages episode we discussed the issue of older adults being lured into unlicensed adult family homes also known as small group care homes in Maryland, where they are charged significantly less but receive substandard care. Despite hundreds of complaints since 2023, only one referral for prosecution has been made. The conversation covered why enforcement of regulations is difficult.Ray Gordon reported on advancements in osteoarthritis research, including early detection methods and

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54:19

Transportation for Japan Aging Rural Population; 70...

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2025/11/28

Live from Japan, Ginger Griggs presented the critical challenge of maintaining adequate transportation services due to the convergence of the aging and declining population, along with depopulation in rural areas (which can leave residents stuck in a “ transportation desert”). With about 1/3 of our population in Japan 65+ years old, and a huge percent of them living alone, the ability to get out to reach necessary services, or to have them come to you, is of huge concern.Ellen Khalifa share the IMF

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62:16

Colleges Offering Over 65 Housing, Hidden Costs of...

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2025/11/21

In this News for the Ages episode Benjamin Surmi highlighted the trend of senior living communities on college campuses, noting the financial benefits and challenges of integrating seniors into campus life. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury discussed the hidden costs of downsizing, emphasizing the need for strategic planning and adaptive design. Ellen Khalifa shared a study linking multilingualism to slower brain aging. Debbie Howard warned of the impact of Medicaid cuts on older adults, predicting

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54:02

McKinsey Health Institute White Paper on Investing in...

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2025/11/12

November is National Family Caregiver Month. November 11 is Veteran’s Day.We discussed the McKinsey Health Institute's report on investing in healthy aging in the USA, which projects that $1 invested in healthy aging interventions could yield $3 in economic and healthcare benefits. Key interventions include transportation, housing, and public safety. The report highlights a median ROI of 3.0 times, with specific interventions showing up to 224 times ROI. The discussion also covered the

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57:09

Election Day Aging-related News, GetSetUp Active...

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2025/11/11

Benjamin Surmi highlighted three election day ballot items: a $3 billion dementia research center in Texas, a proposal to invest Washington's payroll taxes into the stock market, and a change in Maine regarding absentee voting for older adults. Debbie Howard shared insights from GetSetUp's 2025 Active Aging Report, emphasizing the importance of digital literacy and health literacy for older adults. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury led the discussion on the complexities of relocating after

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59:55

Top Senior Living Design Trends, Retirement Planning...

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2025/10/29

We discussed key trends in senior living, including building in last frontier markets, combating obsolescence, incorporating biophilia and sustainability, and local inspiration in this episode of News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club podcast. Senior Living faces a shortage of new units, with occupancy expected to reach 90% by 2026. We also covered retirement concerns, highlighting that only 37% of Americans expect to retire within a realistic timeframe. Gen Xers were advised to build emergency

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56:34

Osteoporosis Risk for Men, Menopause and Eye Health...

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2025/10/23

October 20, 2025 was World Osteoporosis Day and October is Menopause Awareness Month. Ellen Khalifa highlighted a New York Times article on osteoporosis in men, noting that one in five men over 50 face fractures, with higher mortality rates than women. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury shared a Huffington Post article on menopause's impact on eye health, emphasizing dry eyes and the need for regular eye checks. Debbie Howard announced a free Discover Live virtual tour for caregivers on November 4. The

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54:40

Longevity Day Club for Aging in Place, Living at Sea...

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2025/10/16

We discussed Longevity and Living Choices in the news. Presented by Benjamin Surmi, Koelsch Communities Senior Housing News 4-18-25 Longevity Day Club by Innovation Senior Living in Florida by Andrew Christmanhttps://seniorhousingnews.com/2025/04/18/innovation-senior-living-to-pilot-adult-day-service-aimed-at-older-adults-living-at-home/West Orlando News 10-13-25 Month-to-Month Living at Sea, with Rent-to-Own, LaunchedMentioned Katheryn Speer Shoaf RN CEO Elite Cruises and Vacations spoke on our

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60:58

Immigration, Chief Longevity Officer, Boomer Women...

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2025/10/08

Benjamin Surmi reported on a new federal immigration proposal aiming to address workforce needs, including a new caregiver visa for child and elder care. Ellen Khalifa highlighted the rise of Chief Longevity Officers in companies like L'Oreal and Fidelidad, emphasizing the importance of integrating longevity strategies into business models. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury discussed the economic power of Boomer women, who control up to $40 trillion and influence healthcare and charitable

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56:55

Senior Living Opportunities, Longevity Drugs and...

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2025/10/03

Elizabeth Magallon Fleury highlighted five key shifts: from dependency to desire, curation of experiences, technology as infrastructure, changing decision-making processes, and consumer diversity. Benjamin Surmi noted the importance of curation over care. The conversation underscored the need for senior housing to adapt to evolving consumer expectations and technological advancements. Ray Gordon gave us an update for Metformin, Quercetin and other research into longevity support from BBC Science

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52:30

Are More Falls Prescription Drug Related? Best...

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2025/09/25

September 22 - 26 is Falls Prevention Awareness Week. This episode of News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club led with a New York Times article suggesting that rising prescription drug use among adults over 65 may explain the increase in fall-related deaths in the United States, which tripled from 1990 to 2023. The team’s discussion emphasized the importance of balance and strength exercises to prevent falls. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury shared an AARP article on states favorable for older workers,

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62:21

Retirement Ages Going Up in Denmark and China,...

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2025/09/19

In this episode of News for the Ages Ellen Khalifa highlighted an article by Dr. Joe Coughlin on the rising retirement ages in Denmark and China, emphasizing the need for workplace redesign, upskilling, and proactive wellness. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury shared an article by Myrna Marofsky on celebrating 80 with joy, focusing on positive reminiscence. Debbie Howard presented an article about 11 women living in a tiny home community in East Texas, called the Bird’s Nest, to avoid nursing homes. The

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53:20

SuperAgers, How to Plan for Aging in Place 9-2-25

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2025/09/03

Debbie Howard presented on "SuperAgers," highlighting research from Northwestern University showing that sociability and a thicker cingulate gyrus region are key factors. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury discussed an article from Kiplinger on aging in place, emphasizing the importance of self-assessment, home modifications, and community support. The Kiplinger article featured quotes from Occupational Therapist Carol Chang who joined us to share insights on the article and from her new book “Age

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54:37

Cooperative Housing for Older Adults 8-26-25

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2025/09/01

This episode we focused on cooperative housing for older adults with a series of three articles, highlighting benefits like community support and mutual aid. Elizabeth Magayon Fleury shared insights from The Guardian, noting Denmark's lead in cohousing with 80,000 seniors planning moves. Benjamin Surmi presented Axios' article on Des Moines' Artesia project, offering 1001-1800 sq. ft. units starting at $263,000 with a $2,500 monthly fee. Benjamin also introduced for discussion a

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59:24

Generational Divides in Company Culture What Gen Z...

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2025/08/20

This episode discussed intergenerational workplace dynamics, highlighting the challenges and benefits of having four generations working together. Ellen Khalifa presented an article from Newsweek, noting that Gen Z will make up 30% of the workforce by 2030, emphasizing the need for companies to adapt to their preferences, such as continuous feedback and learning. Benjamin Surmi presented the complexities of matching senior living care to resident rates, noting the rise in residents aged 85+ and the

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50:33

Ageism, Senior Centers 8-12-25

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2025/08/18

We discussed the benefits of senior centers in promoting healthy aging, highlighting their role in social engagement, assistance, outings, active aging, learning opportunities, nutritious dining, community support, and volunteer activities. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury emphasized the need for rebranding senior centers as community centers to avoid the word “senior” and encourage intergenerational interaction. We also touched on ageism, with a video from AARP showing young people's misconceptions

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