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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.
The Age Guide: Perspectives on the Aging Journey
Behind Closed Doors: Locked Down in Long-Term Care
This episode gives you an immersive view of what it was like to live in long-term care during the COVID lockdown. Gretchen went into the facility and interviewed two residents about what it was like before, during and after the lockdowns. This podcast shines a light on the struggles and challenges facing long-term care residents and aims to inspire advocacy and change around policies and practices. #theageguidepodcast #caregiving #COVID-19 #pandemic #longtermcare #advocacy
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