Aging Together in NY

Aging Together in NY is a unique multi-platform storytelling project covering the rise of social isolation among seniors. Aging presents a unique stage of life - one that has not been adequately explored. As life expectancy grows, our society has not kept up with the potential of an added generation of experience - potentially decades beyond age sixty-five. While projected longevity and increased quality of life presents opportunities, there are challenges that need attention now.

As we age, we are more likely to live alone and can face barriers to community and connection. Leaving work, the deaths of friends and loved ones, stopping driving, hearing and vision challenges all can isolate older adults from sources of community. Social isolation alone doesn’t guarantee loneliness, but it is a significant risk factor.

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Aging Together in NY

Naturally Occurring Living Community

Psychologist Roger Monthie taps in to the power of relationships to age where we want in this episode of Aging Together in NY.

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Taking Care of Each Other

Meet Dr. Carolyn Grosvenor, a compassionate volunteer physician at the Capital City Rescue Mission. As a co-caregiver for her mother and a friend to many others, Dr. Grosvenor contemplates the challenges of aging in a community and the crucial need to combat loneliness.

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Talk Saves Lives

Discover how open conversation and support can prevent suicide, with a focus on older adults who are at greater risk.

If you need help, there is also the 9-8-8 suicide and crisis lifeline, available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. You are not alone.

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Aging With Pride

Witness the inspirational story of LGBTQ+ older adults who have come together to create a supportive and loving community, breaking free from isolation and embracing their true selves.

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Cohoes Senior Center

Explore how Cohoes Senior Center's social day programs become a lifeline for seniors facing various challenges, providing not just activities but purpose and connection.

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Kinship Care

The NYS Kinship Navigator helps kinship caregivers find resources. Cheryl Mallozzi is a grandparent who is caretaker of her grandchild, August.

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Maria Hanupsiak's Timeless Traditions

Maria Hanupsiak stays happy and fulfilled by preparing traditional Ukrainian dishes such as Varenyky (Pierogi) and Holubtsi (Cabbage Rolls) at the Ukrainian American Cultural Center.

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Steve Rosenthal's Cinematic Journey

Steve Rosenthal, 69 is following up his first decades-long career as a professional as an independent filmmaker. With 4-5 feature films, multiple short films and documentaries under his belt, since his first filmmaking class in 1994, Steve thrives by assisting local nonprofit organizations and independent creators as a director, producer, and camera operator, and sound tech and mentor to aspiring storytellers.

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More Than a Meal

LifePath’s Meals on Wheels provides home-delivered meals to seniors in Albany County. Drivers for Meals on Wheels develop a relationship with their clients, many of whom are living in social isolation. In addition to providing a hot, nutritious home-cooked meal, the drivers also check on the welfare of their clients.

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Neighborhood Naturally Occurring Retirement Community

Through a grant from NYS Office for the Aging, Jewish Family Services of Northeastern NY provides socialization and care management for residents of the local Neighborhood Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (NNORC). A NNORC helps people aged 60 and over age in place. NNORC staff coordinate services and community resources that help seniors maintain their quality of life and independence, access services, and remain connected to their neighborhoods. By supporting aging in place, NNORC not only helps seniors but contributes to the diversity and stability of their neighborhoods.