Teaching the Press a Lesson

Senior living executives, residents, family members, and advocates of senior living everywhere are singing the praises of Bob Elmer, administrator of The Elms Assisted Living community in Westerly, Rhode Island. Elmer recently had issue with an article in his local newspaper. Like many members of the press with little experience in the senior living space, the reporter [...]

The Fight Against Ageism

It’s time to stand up and say that stereotypes and ageism in our society is unacceptable, says Dr. Joaquin Anguera, professor at San Diego State University’s Department of Gerentology. Anguera argues that American society made great strides in combating racism, sexism, and homophobia – but that when it comes to ageism, crude jokes are still [...]