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News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club

News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club

By: Linda Sherman and Ray Gordon
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Stay informed with "News for the Ages," where we explore the latest developments in aging, longevity, and caregiving. Hosted by Linda Sherman and Ray Gordon with regular co-hosting support from Debbie Howard, our show features insights from a diverse group of industry experts.

Each week, we delve into journalistic articles from respected publications, bringing you the most current and informative stories. Join our lively discussions as we cover wellness, neuroscience, aging in place, senior fitness, caregiver support and more.

Our sister podcast is Rethinking Aging Club Podcast.








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Episodes
  • Aging Companion Robotics, Urban Design and Traveling with Disabilities 5-5-26
    May 21 2026

    Benjamin Surmi presented a Stanford report on robots for aging and disabilities, highlighting projects like Rosie, an outdoor guide dog, and an exoskeleton for better walking. Co-host Linda Sherman went deep on companion robotics by country. Elizabeth Magallon Fleury presented on innovative urban planning for aging populations, emphasizing Singapore's Age Well SG program and the importance of universal design. Debbie Howard concluded with tools for traveling with disabilities, including Google Maps, and apps like Aviv ScoutRoute, RollMobility and Be My Eyes. It was a lively discussion with contributions from co-host Ray Gordon.

    Presented by Benjamin Surmi, Senior Living Expert and Social Gerontologist
    Stanford Report 4-1-26 Researchers Prepare Robots for an Aging Society
    https://news.stanford.edu/stories/2026/04/domestic-robots-support-aging-population

    Linda Sherman’s chart of companion robots by country

    Presented by Elizabeth Magallon Fleury, CAPS, Life's Encore Planning
    Men's Health 4-14-26 Innovative Urban Planners Are Transforming the Spaces Older People Will Thrive In by Michael Clinton
    https://www.menshealth.com/health/a70895368/future-of-aging-spaces/

    We referred to:
    Michael Clinton talking about his Longevity Nation book on LinkedIn
    Our latest episode with Eric Levitan CEO of Vivo on the Rethinking Aging Club Podcast
    Singapore’s Active Aging Program

    Presented by Debbie Howard, Aging Matters International
    NY Times 3-13-26 Traveling With Disabilities Is Often Hard. These Tools Can Help by Liza Weisstuch
    https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/13/travel/disabled-travelers-apps-accessibility.html

    We referred to:
    Our Rethinking Aging Club Podcast 4-24-25 featuring TRAVELSIST
    Magazine Travel Without Limits

    Discussion hosted with commentary by: Linda Sherman and Ray Gordon

    Please see our BoomerTechTalk.com episode page for additional resource links

    5-5-26 LinkedIn Show Post

    News for the Ages podcasts are recorded with a live audience on Clubhouse on Tuesdays. How to join live where you can comment and ask questions through the chat.

    Please follow both of our podcasts including Rethinking Aging Club Podcast.

    Nickie’s Tune written and performed by Richard Sherman

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • AI Healthcare Training, Ending Well 4-21-26
    May 4 2026

    In our News for the Ages by Rethinking Aging Club episode recorded on April 21, 2026, Benjamin Surmi highlighted focus in the UK on training caregivers in dementia care, emphasizing the need for effective training evaluation. Benjamin also covered AI's role in automating documentation, staffing analysis, and onboarding in senior living. Ellen Khalifa shared insights from her solution-focused coaching training using AI.

    The conversation also covered the importance of end-of-life care, including recognizing signs of impending death and ensuring family members are informed and prepared. We mentioned that The Pitt had a very relevant episode on respecting the wishes of our loved ones avoiding over-intervention, particularly intubation when it would cause more distress than help. We recommended to follow Dr. Kaishauna Guidry for more resources on hospice care.

    Finally Linda Sherman did one of her Film Corners, introducing her 2026 recommended streaming shows which includes “actors of a certain age and topics relevant to aging” called “Aging Gracefully” as a category.

    Presented by Benjamin Surmi, Senior Living Expert and Social Gerontologist
    Benjamin tied two articles together.
    Article 1:
    The Care Home Environment 4-2-25 UK adult social care chief regulator Chris Badger gives TCHE editor Mary-Louise Clews insights into thinking behind regulators’ dementia strategy expected later this year.
    https://www.thecarehomeenvironment.com/story/51093/exclusive-workforce-dementia-skills-will-be-central-to-new-regulator-approach

    Article 2:
    McKnights 3-16-26 Meet AI - Your Newest Team Member by Ron Rajecki
    https://www.mcknightshomecare.com/news/meet-ai-your-newest-team-member/
    Refers to:
    LeadingAge’s Center for Aging Services Technologies (CAST)

    During this discussion Benjamin mentioned these three companies:
    August Health is an EHR
    Safely You - is integratable into August Health
    SkyPoint.AI

    Presented by Ellen Khalifa, Habits Coach for Healthspan and Wellspan
    Verywell Health 1-7-26; 12 Signs That Someone Is Near Death and How to Help by Angela Morrow, Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse, Medically reviewed by Lindsay Cook, PharmD
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/common-symptoms-at-the-end-of-life-1132515

    Linda recommended following Dr. Kaishauna Guidry, MD, HMDC ("Dr. G")

    Linda’s Film Corner
    We discussed end of life care advice from The Pitt
    Patient: S1 Episode 2 - 3

    Discussion hosted with commentary by: Linda Sherman and Ray Gordon

    BoomerTechTalk.com episode page with additional resource links

    4-21-26 LinkedIn Show Post

    News for the Ages podcasts live on Tuesdays. How to join live.

    Please follow both of our podcasts including Rethinking Aging Club Podcast.

    Nickie’s Tune written and performed by Richard Sherman

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    49 mins
  • NFC Device for Dementia Safety, Smart Home AI Reboot, Age Worry Study 4-14-26
    Apr 21 2026

    Our April 14, 2026 News for Ages episode reviewed an article on innovative devices for dementia patients, including a new NFC tag system in England. We discussed the challenges of setting up smart home devices and the potential still evolving role of AI in simplifying this process. We also discussed a study on aging anxiety and its correlation on biological aging, noting that anxiety about declining health was significant but needed further study.

    Presented by Benjamin Surmi, Senior Living Expert and Social Gerontologist
    BBC 3-17-26 'I Created Device to Help People with Dementia Stay Safe' by Isobel Fry
    https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cly0jjn7k60o

    NFC (Near Field Communication) is a short-range wireless technology enabling two devices—typically a smartphone and a reader—to communicate when placed within a few centimeters of each other. It is widely used for contactless, secure payments (e.g., Apple Pay, Google Pay), digital wallet services, and, based on RFID technology, rapid pairing or scanning smart tags.

    Presented by Elizabeth Magallon Fleury, CAPS, Life's Encore Planning
    NY Times 3-5-26 Smart Home Getting a Reboot from AI by Brian X. Chen
    https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/05/technology/personaltech/ai-smart-home-google-gemini-amazon-alexa.html
    TP Link

    Benjamin mentioned Jubilee TV during Elizabeth’s Smart Home article
    We had Ashish D. Aggarwal, Ph.D., Co-Founder and CEO of JubileeTV on our Rethinking Aging Club Podcast 11-6-25

    Linda mentioned a Boomer Tech Talk article she wrote with an illustration back in 2010 to support adult children helping their parents to use a Comcast remote.

    Presented by Ellen Khalifa, Habits Coach for Healthspan and Wellspan
    Psychology Today 3-29-26 New Research Suggests That Age-worry Creates a Self-fulfilling Prophecy by Andrea Bonior, Ph.D.
    https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/friendship-20/202603/a-surprising-effect-of-worrying-about-aging
    Study

    Discussion hosted with commentary by: Linda Sherman, Ray Gordon and Debbie Howard

    BoomerTechTalk.com episode page with additional resource links

    4-14-26 LinkedIn Show Post

    News for the Ages podcasts live on Tuesdays. How to join live.

    Please follow both of our podcasts including Rethinking Aging Club Podcast.

    Nickie’s Tune written and performed by Richard Sherman

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    46 mins
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