In this episode of Honestly Aging by Friends Life Care VigR®, we’re joined by SAGE representatives Sadiya Abjani and Terri Clark for an insightful and compassionate conversation about the unique experiences and challenges facing LGBTQ+ older adults.

SAGE is the oldest and largest national organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ elders. Together, Sadiya and Terri share:

• The history and mission of SAGE
• Real-world barriers LGBTQ+ older adults face in accessing care
• How inclusive training changes hearts, minds, and systems
• The importance of cultural competency in caregiving
• Ways to show up as allies, care providers, and community members

Listen or watch this Honestly Aging episode and deepen your understanding of the LGBTQ+ elder community.

Resources:

• https://www.sageusa.org/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/terri-clark-6b23948/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/sadiya-abjani/
• https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/sagecarelgbtq/
• https://www.facebook.com/SAGEUSA/
• https://www.instagram.com/sageusa/
• https://twitter.com/sageusa
• https://www.youtube.com/user/SAGEUSA

Friends Life Care:

• https://www.friendslifecare.org/   
• https://www.facebook.com/friendslifecare/   
• https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/friends-life-care-/
• https://www.instagram.com/friendslifecare/   

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What does it mean to keep learning as we age – and why does it matter? In this episode of Honestly Aging by Friends Life Care VigR®, we’re joined by Adam Brunner, Director of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Temple University, to explore the power of education, connection, and curiosity in later life. Adam shares how OLLI offers dynamic learning opportunities for adults 50+ through a wide range of in-person, online, and hybrid classes, including art history, technology, theater, financial planning, and more.

Watch or listen to this episode and discover how OLLI fosters a vibrant community, supports cognitive health, and empowers older adults to rekindle old passions or pursue new ones. Learn about the volunteer instructors, shared interest groups, intergenerational programs, and digital literacy initiatives that make OLLI a standout resource in the Delaware Valley and beyond.

Whether you're already a lifelong learner or simply curious about what's possible in your next chapter, this episode is a must-listen.

#FriendsLifeCare #HonestlyAging #VibrantAging #OlderAdults #Podcast #HealthyAging #VibrantAging #LifelongLearning #AgingWell #OLLI #TempleUniversity #KeepLearning #AgingInCommunity #BrainHealth #ActiveAging

Resources:

• https://noncredit.temple.edu/olli
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-brunner-b62a9217/
• https://www.facebook.com/OLLIatTemple

Friends Life Care:

• https://www.friendslifecare.org/   
• https://www.facebook.com/friendslifecare/   
• https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/friends-life-care-/
• https://www.instagram.com/friendslifecare/   

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In this episode of Honestly Aging by Friends Life Care VigR®, we welcome Ayurvedic practitioner and yoga therapist Lexa Chernin for a conversation on Ayurveda – the ancient Indian system of holistic health.

Throughout the episode, we explore:

• What Ayurveda is and how it works
• The five elements and three doshas that make up your unique constitution Practical, everyday tips to support digestion, reduce stress, and promote balance
• The power of personalized routines, mindful eating, and Ayurvedic herbs
• How Ayurveda complements yoga, mindfulness, and modern wellness practices – especially for older adults navigating life’s transitions

Whether you're new to Ayurveda or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode offers accessible insights to begin implementing timeless healing principles in your daily life.

Tune in and discover how aligning with your natural rhythms can lead to vibrant aging.

#FriendsLifeCare #HonestlyAging #VibrantAging #OlderAdults #Podcast #HealthyAging #Ayurveda #HolisticHealth #WellnessOver50 #YogaTherapy #NaturalHealing #Doshas #AyurvedicLifestyle #VibrantAging

Resources:

• https://www.lexachernin.com/
• https://www.yogasecretspa.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/YogaSecretsPA
• https://www.instagram.com/yogasecrets/

Friends Life Care:

• https://www.friendslifecare.org/
• https://www.facebook.com/friendslifecare/
• https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/friends-life-care-/
• https://www.instagram.com/friendslifecare/

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