Not Born Yesterday NEXT Village SF

Downsizing can be both depressing and liberating. If you have moved recently or plan to, or added new people or possessions to your home, you know that “stuff” can sometimes be overwhelming.   Accumulated objects often become a burden, and the resistance to getting rid of them can begin to limit your life choices. It is emotionally difficult to part with things that hold memories, yet the upside of downsizing can be liberating.

Our guest today, Cathy Rice, helps people with the emotionally difficult decisions to remove, sell or store “stuff” we no longer need or use.

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Groups of older women have been raging – nonviolently – for peace, justice, and progressive causes in general for years. They are called the Raging Grannies and have 60 chapters in the US. Dressing in aprons, shawls, and outrageous hats, the Grannies riff on the stereotype of the “sweet little old lady” in order to deliver their strong opinions and satirical song lyrics.

They rage at demonstrations, city halls, state legislatures and wherever they can sing their protest song lyrics. The Raging Grannies provide a positive example of channeling rage and despair. Our guest today is Raging Grannie Vicki Rider.

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AI scams use artificial intelligence to impersonate people, using voice cloning and altered videos to sound like someone you know and trust. Older adults are the target of many of these scams which  steal money and personal information. More than one million seniors were scammed last year and the numbers are increasing.

Shawna Reeves and Glen Fishman are elder abuse specialists who provide advice and assistance to elders who may become victims or already are.

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Professor Amanda Barush, a professor who had dealt with ageism academically for 40 years, was surprised at her anger when ageist remarks and actions were aimed at her. She has written about the sources of anger and believes we can harness its energy for social change. Her book, "Aging Angry," can empower listeners with an understanding of anger and its possibilities.

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Whether you are retiring as a couple or alone, many people find it easier to postpone the difficult and confusing options of where to live than to deal with them. It is important to know the choices ahead of time - independent living, assisted living or medical support-- the differences, the costs and the amount of care one might need in later years.

Our guest, Brent Hensley, works with older adults and their families to simplify the search and understand the options. Even if you are sure you want to age at home, it is nice to know there are many choices to consider. And it helps to have a plan.

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Aging is tied to many health issues and for some older adults, sleep quality is an issue. While most older adults have no significant disruptions in sleep, others complain about not getting enough sleep. And then there are the naps. Does napping affect your nighttime sleep?

Our guest, Dr. Jamie Zeitzer, a circadian psychologist and professor at Stanford University, wakes us up on issues of sleep.

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NEXT Village SF is a neighborhood nonprofit providing services and support that empowers members to live independently.