Join us January 2024 for #UpliftAging

In January 2024, LeadingAge Texas embarks on a month-long journey with #UpliftAging, as part of our Bright Spots calendar, a celebration of the richness, wisdom, and vibrancy found in every stage of life. Let's reshape the conversation about aging to highlight its beauty, vitality, and endless possibilities.

Let's imagine a society where age is celebrated, where each passing year brings new experiences, growth, and fulfillment. #UpliftAging seeks to shed light on the positive aspects of aging, emphasizing the incredible stories, resilience, and achievements of individuals across generations.

This month, we invite you to participate in uplifting conversations, share inspiring stories of personal growth and achievement, and join us in challenging age-related stereotypes. Together, let's paint a vivid picture of aging filled with vitality, purpose, and joy.

UPLIFT AGING PODCAST

Embark on a mission with us to educate, empower, and elevate the conversation on aging, reshaping perceptions and positively impacting the experience. This isn't just another podcast; it's a call to action—to embrace possibilities, challenge stereotypes, and gain a profound understanding of the incredible journey that comes with aging.

Be part of the movement—subscribe now, share with friends, and embrace the journey of aging.
  
Listen here or find us wherever you enjoy podcasts.

Here are some ways you can join the #UpliftAging movement:

SPREAD POSITIVITY ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Use your social platforms to highlight the joys of aging and share uplifting stories. Tag us @LeadingAgeTexas and use #UpliftAging in your posts. Check out our sample posts below and feel free to customize them.

SAMPLE POSTS/TWEETS:

• This January, let's celebrate the beauty of aging and the wisdom that comes with it. Join us in uplifting the narrative around growing older! #UpliftAging

• Our residents know that life's most vibrant colors appear in the later chapters. Join us in celebrating the kaleidoscope of experiences and wisdom that come with aging! 🌈✨ #UpliftAging

• Our residents know that age is not a barrier but a bridge connecting generations. Let's walk this bridge together and learn from the wisdom of those who have walked the path before us! 🌉💫 #UpliftAging 

• Age is just a number, but the richness of life's experiences is immeasurable. Let's uplift aging and celebrate the incredible stories that come with it! #UpliftAging

• What's your secret to staying young at heart? Share your tips and let's inspire each other to embrace the joys of growing older! 💫 #UpliftAging

• Join us in flipping the script on aging! Every year adds a new chapter to our stories. Let's rewrite the narrative and celebrate the journey! 📚✨ #UpliftAging

• Check out this series of short videos and written guides! These tools were developed to raise awareness of ageism and shift the way we think about aging to include growth and opportunity. https://learninghub.leadingage.org/courses/disrupt-ageism #UpliftAging

• Research tells us that ageism has a powerful impact at the individual level. Let's change the conversation and create a society unbiased about growing older! #UpliftAging

• Aging is not just about years; it's about accumulating experiences, wisdom, and resilience. Let's embrace the journey and inspire others to do the same. #UpliftAging

• Our residents know that the true essence of aging lies in embracing change, finding purpose, and embracing the joys of every season of life. Let's celebrate the essence of aging with them! 🌿✨ #UpliftAging 

WEEKLY HASHTAG CHALLENGES:

• Week 1: Share a story of personal growth or accomplishment from the past year. Use #UpliftAging to inspire others!

• Week 2: What's the best piece of advice you've received from an older adult? Share it with us using #UpliftAging.

• Week 3: Share an activity or hobby that brings you joy and fulfillment as you age. Let's celebrate the things that make us feel alive! #UpliftAging

• Week 4: What does a society that uplifts aging look like to you? Share your vision with us using #UpliftAging!

• Week 5: Reflect on a positive aspect of aging that often goes unnoticed. Let's shine a light on the beauty of growing older! #UpliftAging

SHARE AN INSPIRATIONAL VLOG

During #UpliftAging Month, create a short video reflecting on the positive aspects of aging. Share it on social media using the hashtag #UpliftAging and let your voice be heard!

SAMPLE EMAIL OR NEWSLETTER BLURB

Join us January 2024 for #UpliftAging Awareness Month

Hey everyone,

This January, LeadingAge Texas is celebrating #UpliftAging, a month-long campaign that focuses on the positive aspects of aging and challenges age-related stereotypes. Join us in uplifting the conversation about growing older and celebrating the richness of life's experiences. Check out the toolkit for more information: leadingagetexas.org/upliftaging

We can't wait to uplift aging together!

LEADINGAGE AGEISM RESOURCES:

COMMUNITY AGEISM DIALOGUE GUIDE
This guide is designed for organizations to help guide meaningful discussions with staff and community members about how to disrupt ageism in the workplace and daily life.

FRIENDS & FAMILY AGEISM DIALOGUE GUIDE
This guide is designed to help guide families and friends through meaningful discussions about how to disrupt ageism in daily life. 

DRESS LIKE A 100-YEAR-OLD
This letter is used to educate schools and school districts who implement ageist "Dress Like a 100-Year-Old" events on how to create positive interactions with older adults.

ANTI-AGEISM QUICK GUIDE
This quick guide is designed to help organizations and individuals be mindful of the language and messaging they use around aging, and take steps toward eliminating ageist attitudes, behaviors, and words from our vocabulary.

AGING UNMASKED PODCAST EPISODE
For our third episode of Aging Unmasked, host Charlie Visconage speaks with Tracey Gendron from the gerontology department of VCU, Front Porch's Roberta Jacobsen, and listens to your voicemails about ageism.

BEGINNING THE CONVERSATION ABOUT AGEISM
In this November 2016 LeadingAge article, Jane Sherwin introduces LeadingAge’s new vision, an America freed from ageism.

COMMUNITY DIALOGUE GUIDE-PROMPTING DISCUSSION ABOUT AGE AND AGEISM
This brief guide offers suggestions and discussion prompts for planning and carrying out community dialogues.

CREATING INCLUSIVITY IN AGING SERVICES
This August 2014 LeadingAge magazine article by Larry Minnix Leadership Academy alumni explores the challenge and opportunity inherent in creating a culture of inclusivity in aging services.

LANGUAGE RESOURCES
This library of articles and resources addresses the importance of language in our field—and beyond.

LEADINGAGE 2016 KATHRYN ROBERTS REMARKS
In her 15 minute annual meeting remarks, LeadingAge board chair Kathryn Roberts talks about the importance of changing perceptions of aging.

LEADINGAGE 2016 KATIE SMITH SLOAN GENERAL SESSION SPEECH
In her 15 minute speech, Katie describes the connection between the work of LeadingAge members and the importance of combating ageism. Read her remarks here. Updating the Language of Aging