How can, and should, families monitor, help and support their elder members? Area Agency on Aging has staff who can help you with that.
Dr. Sara Qualls, Ph.D., ABPP shares wisdom and guidance for navigating the delicate and vital process of aging. Based in Colorado Springs, she specializes in supporting individuals and families through the challenges of later life in her psychotherapy practice. She is also a Professor Emeritus of Psychology at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs, where she developed innovative programs for nearly 40 years. Dr. Qualls has received national recognition for her contributions to the field of clinical geropsychology and has published extensively on topics like mental health and aging, caregiver interventions, and geropsychology, including books such as Caregiver Family Therapy and Aging and Mental Health.
In this episode, Dr. Qualls shares insights into the changes she has witnessed in aging over her 45 years of work, the evolution of government support programs for older adults, and the impact of initiatives like PPAAA on communities. She also discusses potential consequences of government program cuts for older adults and reflects on the slow decline toward death—an often challenging but thought-provoking topic. Dr. Qualls offers valuable perspectives on the challenges and opportunities faced by older adults and emphasizes how privileged she feels to have been part of this important work.
Aging with Altitude is recorded in the Pikes Peak region with a focus on topics of aging interest across the country. We talk about both the everyday and novel needs and approaches to age with altitude whether you’re in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida or Leadville, Colorado. The Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging is the producer. Cynthia Margiotta with PEARLS Program of Colorado and All About Dignity is our moderator.
Learn more at:
Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging
Or call 719-471-2096