What if storytelling and play could change the way we experience aging?
In this episode of Aging Unscripted, hosts Jill Vitale-Aussem and Pam Sullivan welcome father-son innovators Jack York and JP York to explore how stories, creativity, and connection help people live with greater purpose and belonging.
Jack shares lessons from collecting stories from older adults across the country, while JP explains how LEGOs are creating meaningful moments with people living with dementia. Together, they discuss how being truly known can improve well-being, strengthen relationships, and challenge the stereotypes surrounding aging. Join us for a conversation that will leave you thinking differently about what's possible as we grow older.
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Tale Gate website: https://talegate4joy.com/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPv18I4BfZg
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2054 Institute website: https://www.2054institute.org/
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2054 Lego Program at Immanuel: https://immanuel.com/blog/lego-therapy-memory-care-immanuel
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2054 Lego Program at AG Rhodes: https://youtu.be/xROlNOt0EGU?feature=shared
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Loretta Aveney’s Website – JP credits her as the “real” pioneer: https://lorettaveney.com/
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