As the countdown begins for AgeGuide’s highly anticipated Annual Aging Summit, Mind Matters: A Lifespan Approach to Brain Health, we are offering a sneak peek into the topic. We’ll set the stage for the upcoming in-person event by hosting a virtual conversation focused on a specific and very timely aspect of brain health – equity.

AgeGuides invites you to join us on Monday, August 18, from 10:00–11:30 AM, for a Special Virtual Session, Equity in Brain Health: Advancing Support for Diverse Communities & Caregivers. This panel discussion brings together expert voices to explore one of the most urgent challenges in aging today: the disproportionate impact of Alzheimer’s and other dementias on historically marginalized communities.

AgeGuide is proud to host Mind Matters: A Lifespan Approach to Brain Health! Our upcoming Aging Summit is designed to explore how brain health can be supported across all stages of life. With experts in neuroscience, public health, and aging services, the summit offers a deep dive into the latest research and real-world strategies for improving cognitive wellness through diet, daily habits, policy, and community support.

This live and interactive event will bring together professionals and advocates committed to advancing brain health through equity, innovation, and care. Whether you’re working directly with older adults, shaping programs, or seeking to expand your understanding of cognitive aging, this summit is for you.

USAging’s 50th Annual Conference, Tradeshow, and Award Ceremony brought together more than 1,300 professionals from across the Aging Network for four days of impactful learning, networking, and collaboration in Chicago. The event marked a significant milestone, celebrating USAging’s 50 years of service while also looking ahead to the future of aging services and honoring achievements over the past year. AgeGuide was proud to attend, contribute, volunteer, and receive an award.

One of the highlights of the conference was the presentation of the 2025 Aging Innovations and Achievement Awards, which recognized programs that are redefining what it means to serve older adults.

In this episode of Aging Unfiltered, we explore what it really means to create an age-friendly workplace. Marla Fronczak, CEO of AgeGuide, Jeri Colucy, Director of Operations, Finance & Human Resources, and Dr. Brian Kaskie, Professor at the University of Iowa, come together to share personal stories, research insights, and practical strategies to build inclusive work environments that support people at every stage of life.

From Marla’s own journey of career transition in midlife to Jeri’s human resources experience, this conversation dives deep into how employers can lead with empathy, flexibility, and foresight. Dr. Kaskie shares key findings from his research, including how the AARP Employer Pledge and simple job redesigns can boost recruitment and retention, especially as older adults continue working longer out of passion or necessity.

National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) highlights the importance of vaccination for people of all ages, including older adults. Vaccines are a vital part of healthy aging. They help older adults stay independent, avoid hospitalizations, and reduce the risk of long-term complications from illness.

This August, we can protect the health and well-being of everyone. For more information and resources, visit CDC’s NIAM webpage.

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