In this episode of Aging Well, we sit down with Dr. Israel Cross, Public Health Gerontologist and President of the National Aging in Place Council. Drawing on his experience as both an aging network professional and family caregiver, Dr. Cross reframes aging as a natural continuum rather than a crisis and highlights why caregivers are essential partners in our aging infrastructure.
We explore the evolving concept of aging in place and discuss why early conversations about care and autonomy matter. Dr. Cross also introduces the latest edition of Aging in Place Conversations: The Caregiver’s Edition, a guide filled with real stories, tips, and tools for navigating caregiving challenges.
Tune in for a conversation that centers compassion and offers a hopeful roadmap for building systems that prioritize dignity, choice, and collaboration.
Resources:
Aging in Place Conversations - The Caregiver's Edition Amazon Kindle copy
National Aging in Place Council Website
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | CMS
Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) | NAHB
Online Courses - USC Home Modification
Grab Bar and Zero Degree Shower
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