The Age Guide: Perspectives on the Aging Journey
Welcome to the Age Guide podcast highlighting perspectives on the aging journey. We are here to be your personal Age Guide and enhance your quality of life on the road ahead. This podcast is about putting a face on aging and giving a voice to older adults and caregivers by highlighting their experiences and stories. We want to provide a window into the struggles and joys of aging, to dispel myths and combat ageism. This podcast is hosted by AgeGuide Northeastern Illinois, an Area Agency on Aging in Northeastern Illinois. At AgeGuide, it is our mission to be a vital resource and advocate for people as we age by providing thoughtful guidance, supportive services, and meaningful connections.
Podcasting since 2022 • 32 episodes
The Age Guide: Perspectives on the Aging Journey
Latest Episodes
Aging Unfiltered: Let's Talk About Ageism – with Dr Tracey Gendron
This is our first episode in our new Series entitled: "Aging Unfiltered". Through this podcast series, we are spreading the word about ageism, and we’re kicking it off intentionally on Ageism Awareness Day, October 9th. Today, we dive into the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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23:28
The Great Reconnection: The Heart of Community – Senior Services Associates
The Great Reconnection: The Heart of Community – Senior Services Associates This month, we're celebrating Senior Center Month, and today we're focusing on a vital resource that is the heart of community: Multipurpose Senior ...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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35:42
The Great Reconnection: The Heart of Community - Hanul Family Alliance
This month, we're celebrating Senior Center Month, and today we're focusing on a vital resource that is the heart of community: Multipurpose Senior Centers. In this episode, Gretchen and Irene discuss the essential role these centers play in su...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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26:09
The Great Reconnection: Staying Ahead of Scammers
Scammers are becoming more sophisticated, so it’s important that we stay one step ahead. In this episode, get essential tips from Crystal Cuellar, Rachel Granetz and Val Guzman on how to protect yourself against scams and how to find help in ca...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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25:24
The Great Reconnection: When Scammers Come Calling
Scammers are getting craftier, and it's up to us to stay ahead. In this episode, we interview a local older adult who fell victim to a scam by a fake residential repair contractor. Hear her recount her experience and learn how AgeGuide’s funded...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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17:15