Hosted by WoodGreen Community Services · 🇺🇸 US · EN-CA · 20 episodes
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Aging is a journey we all embark on, but how do we navigate its challenges and embrace its joys? Students of Aging offers a window into the experiences of growing older through thought-provoking discussions and personal stories. Written, researched and hosted by members of WoodGreen Community Services' Seniors Advisory Council, this podcast explores topics like poetry, travel, aging in place, 'The Death Cafe' and more. Join us as we uncover the wisdom, resilience, and surprises that come with aging.Students of Aging is funded by the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program.
WoodGreen Community Services hosts Students of Aging, a education show with 20 episodes published.
Everyone has a story—and sometimes the best ones come out when you're not expecting them. In this joyful and spontaneous episode of Students of Aging, host Jeff Young sits down with fellow members of WoodGreen’s Seniors
What does it really mean to age in a digital world? In this live-recorded episode of Students of Aging, WoodGreen’s Ara Manrikyan sits down with members of the Seniors Advisory Council for a candid roundtable on aging an
The holidays are often portrayed as a time of joy and celebration. But for many older adults, this season can also bring feelings of loneliness or quiet reflection. In this heartfelt episode of Students of Aging, hosts Q
What makes a story powerful enough to bring people together? In this episode of Students of Aging, host Jesse Cohoon speaks with acclaimed storyteller Jeffrey Canton about the role of narrative in queer culture, activism
In this episode of Students of Aging, Barb McCutcheon sits down with longtime friend and debut author Josie Brown to discuss her new book, Finding Zen in a Traffic Jam. A lifelong storyteller and ocean voyager, Josie ref
What was it like to come of age when love had to be hidden—and how does it feel to live openly today? In this powerful episode of Students of Aging, host Barb McCutcheon joins Ron Demers, Colleen Peacock, and Peter Marin
In this episode of Students of Aging, host Jeff Young speaks with "Super Senior" Sandra Thompson about her remarkable life journey—from her childhood in a northern Ontario mining town to pursuing nursing and social work,
Who decides what it means to grow older? In this engaging continuation of their conversation, host Jesse Cohoon and award-winning journalist Moira Welsh explore fresh perspectives on aging, challenging conventional views
What does it mean to age with dignity, connection, and purpose? In this episode of Students of Aging, host Jesse Cohoon welcomes award-winning journalist and author Moira Welsh for a compelling conversation on reimaginin
Grief is a deeply personal and complex experience, yet it is something we all encounter. In this episode of Students of Aging, Mary Roy speaks with Ron Demers as they reflect on their journeys with grief after losing lov
Jania Zapotoski has spent her life embracing change, taking risks, and forging her own path. In this episode of Students of Aging, Jeff Young speaks with the 87-year-old social worker, solo traveler, and proud Ukrainian
What does a lifetime of activism, advocacy, and community-building look like? In this episode of Students of Aging, Jeff Young speaks with Sheila Miller, a lifelong changemaker approaching her 94th birthday. From foundin
In this episode of Students of Aging, Jesse Cohoon sits down with Jeff Young, a retired high school teacher, artist, and member of WoodGreen’s Seniors Advisory Council, to explore Miksang photography. This contemplative
In this episode of Students of Aging, hosts Queenie and Maria delve into the rich and varied experiences of aging as immigrants in Canada. They share their own personal journeys, arriving from India and Hong Kong in the
In this heartwarming episode of Students of Aging, we explore the profound benefits of having animal companions in our lives. Join council members Barbara McCutcheon, Nadia Wilson, and Rachelle Desrosiers as they share p
In this episode of Students of Aging, we delve into the passionate world of film collecting and nostalgia with Mike Orlando, owner of Toronto’s iconic Hollywood Canteen. Mike shares the story of how his childhood hobby o
In this episode of Students of Aging, host Sandra Thompson is joined by Sheila Miller and Jania Zapotoski to explore Aging in Place—what it means, the challenges it presents, and practical strategies for overcoming barri
In this episode of Students of Aging, Mavis McKinnley sits down with her longtime friend Joanne to talk about the challenges and joys of traveling with a disability. With over 25 years of experience navigating the world
In this episode of Students of Aging, we sit down with Nadia Wilson, an 82-year-old poet who recently published her first full poetry collection, A Life Well Traveled. Nadia shares insights into her journey as an immigra
In our debut episode of Students of Aging, we explore the Death Cafe movement with social worker, psychotherapist and author, Linda Hochstetler. Linda shares how Death Cafes create open, unscripted conversations about dy
Mary
certified mindfulness trainer and Rapid Resolution Therapy (RRT) specialist · unclear
1 appearance on this show
Barb
doctor · Military One Click
1 appearance on this show
Queenie
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Jesse
Year 7 student · Blue Mountain Painting
1 appearance on this show
Sandra Thompson
emotional intelligence coach, TEDx speaker, and author · Ei Evolution
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Jeff Young
retired high school teacher, artist, member of WoodGreen’s Seniors Advisory Council · Planned Pethood International
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Guillermo Del Toro
Director
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Joanne
Head of Medical Education Management · Glass House Boca
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