Kadae Phimia

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

@MartiWebb61 Thanks Marti for sharing this article. I appreciate how it highlights the culturally-specific stigma associated with Alzheimer's. This shows the need for culturally-tailored educational awareness strategies to help address the stigma connected to Alzheimer's. #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

@PReetzke You make great points. I would go further and say that such policies need to be rooted in evidence-based research as well as ideas that are sought out from older adults. We need to strive to hear the needs of older adults as opposed to assuming their needs. #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

In our group discussion in class, we talked about fostering intergenerational connections on Facebook through groups that focus on shared interests such as cooking. What other ways can we foster intergenerational connections on social media? #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

@dyingandaging The phrase I would want eliminated is "Old people don't know how to use technology." #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

@sarah_e_tesar You make a good point. This is a practice that I need to intentionally adopt. #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

I have observed that infantilization (aka "elder speak") propagates ageism. This feeds into the assumption that older adults are like children hence we should treat them as such. They are not children, so we need to have that in mind when interacting with them. #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

I came across a tweet that was talking about the anti-aging benefits of consuming blueberries. We do not need to fight wrinkles or fine lines. They are a testament to the privilege of aging. #AdvocacyInAging24 https://t.co/2lG7IlJng1

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@YourSkinCareBot Blueberries have anti-aging properties due to the high concentration of antioxidants, which can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

@dyingandaging When we embrace the beauty of aging we do not need to worry about the cost of anti-aging products. #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

@sarah_e_tesar You make a good point. Our goal should be to support and fund programs that benefit individuals across the age spectrum. #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

@Newageadvocate Educating individuals within various faith communities about dementia and that such individuals can thrive will contribute to a more supportive environment for them. #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

@agepositively92 The word "old" especially when referring to humans seems to have a negative connotation in our society. This needs to change. We need to embrace aging because it is beautiful. #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

In our group discussion this week, we talked about the need for hospitals to be dementia friendly. One measure we highlighted is having clear signages with large fonts. What other strategies can hospitals take to achieve dementia friendliness? #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

@sarah_e_tesar It is also important to note that there are various forms of dementia asides Alzheimer's. This makes it all the more necessary for individuals to consult with their healthcare providers to determine the most appropriate course of disease management. #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

@agingcass I did as well. Age-inclusive spaces could potentially foster intergenerational interactions that are beneficial to people of all ages. #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

Designing neighborhoods that are age friendly will be beneficial to older adults as it will provide them with opportunities to engage in physical activities that could impact their long-term health. Can anyone suggest aspects of design that are age friendly? #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

@agingadvocate17 The media is a powerful tool which has the ability to shape society's view on a variety of topics especially aging. I think it will play a significant role in changing anti-aging narratives. #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

@agingcass I agree. There is no one size fits all model for aging. I think seeking to understand diverse aging experiences by intentionally including the voices of people of all backgrounds and ages will create a more age-friendly and richer society. #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

The impact of intersectional inequities over the life course for women is evident in how it translates into economic insecurity as they age. They tend to have lower lifetime earnings which impacts they financial security in retirement. #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

@agingcass Ageism is not truly not a standalone issue and in some cases, age can mask other inequities that older adults face. #AdvocacyInAging24

[Kadae Phimia @activeagingdoc]

@sarah_e_tesar Waiting to perfectly advocate or waiting for the right time to advocate may prevent us from making timely contributions to conversations that will benefit older adults in the long term. #AdvocacyInAging24