Topics on Aging
By Juan Gallo
Welcome to “Topics on Aging”
This blog is a frank conversation about what it means to age in our society.
I want us to consider what a wider range of diverse experiences when we talk about aging. I want to reflect on how we, as a community, want our neighbors and our mothers and fathers and our grandparents to live out their latter decades of life. I want us to consider each one of their voices as we strive to meet their needs.
Join me for weekly discussions about what it means to be a senior in South Florida and how we can and should respond to the growing needs of the aging population.
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How does memory loss affect independence?
Last week, we talked about the theme of “Age My Way” for this year’s Older Americans Month. We even introduced a potential solution called self-directed care that facilitates and supports seniors – or anyone with a developmental disability – who wants to live alone. As we continue to celebrate Older Americans Month, I wanted to explore the very practical...
Juan Gallo is the CEO of Heart2Heart Outreach, where he oversees the mobilization of volunteers to provide hope, share love and restore purpose to the lives of the aging population across South Florida.
He also serves as a local pastor and as an adjunct professor at Trinity International University, where he is teaching a course on diversity and aging. Juan has a master’s degree in counseling and psychology and is a licensed mental health counselor intern.
More from Juan Gallo ...
What does it mean to “Age My Way?”
As we discussed last week, Heart2Heart is celebrating Older Americans Month. The theme for this year’s observation is...
What is Older Americans Month?
This week at Heart2Heart, we begin the observation of Older Americans Month, celebrated in May every year since 1963....
What’s the easiest way to start ministering to seniors?
At Heart2Heart, we truly believe that everyone has a role in ministering to seniors. I’d love everyone to become a...