CSULB Gerontology Program

We're getting ready for the day WALK4ALZ is what we say! Put on your sneakers, T-shirts, too Show your support and wear that BLUE!... We walk together hand in hand, Against dementia, take a stand! Our families need this work we do, Get registered, let's all Go BLUE! https://alzoc.rallybound.org/outreachforthestars See more

Ok Boomer. It is the equivalent of an eye roll to convey the notion that Baby Boomers (those born between 1946 and 1964) are out of touch or even insignificant. Although the phrase has existed since the mid-1990s, it was made popular as a retort to an older man who was speaking negatively about millennials and Generation Z and is a phrase that has since shown up on t-shirts, TikTok and even a university’s Instagram site! So, what’s the big deal? We live in a time when group...s of all kinds seem to be pitted against each other. We are finding ourselves moved to protest and strike and boycott to demonstrate the unacceptability of all types of -isms. Why does ageism seem to be the last acceptable -ism? The language we use is one of the ways we, knowingly or unknowingly, promote stereotypes. So, let’s be thoughtful about the language we use, especially in a university setting that has made inclusivity a priority. #Inclusivity@theBeach #Anti-ageism

He is 94 and she is 91 - they still have the moves!!

"Growing up we didn't have sports like girls do now, we didn't have the opportunity to play." The San Diego Splash is a basketball team made up of women who are all over the age of 80

Did you know that degree-seeking students age 60 and over can attend CSULB for only $3 per semester? This program is part of is a part of Executive Order (from the Chancellor's Office) 734 https://www2.calstate.edu//fe/Pages/other-fee-waivers.aspx. Formerly known as the "Senior Citizen Discount Program," this program will now be named the "Older Adult Degree Program." Please spread the word to any current/potential students age 60 and over. The Gerontology Program would love to have these students in our Minor, Certificate and Masters programs!

Rather than asking "remember that time?", geronotologist Anne Basting has found a better way to break through to people with dementia asking beautiful questions. Watch the full TED Talk here: http://t.ted.com/NWpoiMO

Recent graduate from the Masters in Gerontology Program, Kathy Harrel, just published an article calling for older adults to "make their mark," even during the time of a pandemic that is shining a light on ageism. Check it out and make some comments on the site: https://www.boomercafe.com//this-boomer-says-even-in-the-/

We need a couple of volunteers tomorrow afternoon starting at 2 pm, and possibly into the evening, to assist in sorting and preparing masks for distribution, at the Alzheimer’s Orange County headquarters in Irvine. PM me for details. Over 18 only.

Oh to be loved like this! After noticing that Ken slept with a photo of his late wife every night, his caretaker presented him with this amazing gift. Wow! Go s...pread love today. It is essential to everyone. It’s the air we breathe. It’s what helps hearts beat. It’s what’s calms the mind. It’s what makes the day worth living. Spread the love today! #inspiringheartsandminds See more

Have some extra time on your hands? Our residents are looking for pen pals! Our residents have provided their first name and some of their interests to get you started! We can be reached at: 4515 Hixson Pike, Chattanooga TN 37343. Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you soon!!