Following in the footsteps of Nashville Public Television's previous two multi-year, socially engaged and award-winning projects, Next Door Neighbors and NPT Reports: Children's Health Crisis. Aging Matters is a major multi-year initiative designed to open a community-based conversation about what Middle Tennessee's older citizens need to optimize their quality of life.
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Raised by Grandparents Panel Discussion
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Individuals discuss both the challenges and the benefits of being raised by grandparents. (25m 8s)
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A follow up discussion about the When the Gig Is Up documentary. (26m 46s)
Affordable Housing in Nashville
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As the cost of housing surges in Nashville, we pause to consider a more affordable future. (26m 46s)
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Identify and report online scams happening in your area using BBB Scam Tracker. (2m 20s)
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Two-factor authentication is essential for keeping your personal information safe online. (2m 33s)
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Don't get tricked. Learn to spot online shopping scams before you click. (2m 33s)
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Finding purpose in retirement can be critical to our overall well-being. (2m 30s)
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Kennie Playhouse Theatre is a stage for Black actors to share the American experience. (2m 30s)
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A discussion about making the most of our time and abilities as we age. (26m 46s)
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Attitudes about aging can have a profound impact on longevity and quality of life. (2m 30s)
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Faced with loss and fighting grief, one man finds solace in his local senior center. (2m 30s)
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Adults over 60 find joy, friendship and purpose as they take on new challenges. (26m 46s)
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Senior centers can be a place of refuge, healing and joy for older adults. (2m 30s)
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In this story about quilting, a lifetime of experience leads to a patchwork paradise. (2m 30s)
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Vanderbilt computer scientist shares tips on staying safe online. (2m 41s)
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The Victory Over Crime program supports older adults who have been affected by crime. (2m 48s)
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Password managers make keeping track of passwords easier and more secure. (1m 32s)
Taking a Screenshot on Your Laptop or Mobile Device
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Learn how to take a screenshot on your laptop or mobile devices. (1m 54s)
How To Copy & Paste on Your Phone
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This instructional video reviews how to copy and paste text on your smartphone or tablet. (1m 33s)
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It's important to be aware of grandparent scams to avoid this prevalent cyber crime. (1m 42s)
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This instructional video reviews how to install and use Google Maps on your phone. (1m 57s)
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Tutorial on video conferencing for work, school or connecting with friends via Zoom, etc. (2m 8s)
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How to create a strong password that is also easy to remember. (2m 8s)
Be Careful What You Click: Tips to Avoid Online Scams
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To avoid online scams, we must be careful with the links we click and attachments we open. (3m 12s)
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Housing and connection to community are challenges women face as they age. (2m)
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As we age, it is important to build and maintain community with family and friends. (2m 30s)
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Singer Kathy Mattea shares how she handled the change in her voice after menopause. (2m 30s)
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Roughly one-third of aging women have reported experiencing age discrimination and sexism. (2m 30s)
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Know Your Numbers is a campaign to introduce a new concept called intrinsic capacity. (2m 30s)
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Intrinsic Capacity, the sum of one's physical & mental capacity, is a healthy aging tool. (2m 30s)
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Experts discuss what has to change to give older women the quality of life they deserve. (26m 46s)
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Attending a scam prevention workshop is a great way to stay informed about online crime. (2m 30s)
Digital Inclusion for Older Adults
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Explore the Digital Inclusion Lab at Nashville Public Library. (3m 9s)
Rating Nashville from 1-10 on Achieving Real LGBTQIA+ Equali
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LGBTQIA+ community members rate Nashville in terms of achieving real LGBTQIA+ equality. (2m 30s)
A Peer Group for Older LGBTQIA+ Adults in Middle Tennessee
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FiftyForward's peer group for LGBTQIA+ older adults meets monthly virtually or in person. (2m 30s)
How Discrimination Can Physically Age You
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Discrimination, harassment and violence affect the long-term health of LGBTQ+ people. (2m 30s)
LGBTQIA+ Resources in Middle Tennessee
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A discussion of health and social services available for older Middle TN LGBTQIA+ adults. (26m 46s)
Identifying the Needs of LGBTQIA+ Older Adults
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Nashville + Middle TN LGBTQIA+ Community Visioning Project finds the needs of older adults (2m 30s)
LGBTQIA+ Awareness and Inclusion Training
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FiftyForward and PFLAG collaborated to offer LGBTQIA+ awareness and inclusion training. (2m 30s)
Urban Housing Solutions Phase III Building in Nashville, TN
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Urban Housing Solutions Phase III building in Nashville was designed for residents age 62+ (2m 30s)
Preventing Frailty as We Age - Aging Matters
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The AFRESH program teaches the science of increased frailty as we age how to prevent it. (2m 30s)
Green House Homes: A New Approach to Living Space for Older
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An alternative to nursing homes, Green House homes offer a new approach to long-term care. (2m 30s)
The Benefits of Adult Day Care
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For many, adult day care is a welcome alternative to a nursing home or home-health aide. (2m 30s)
Staying Stronger Longer: Small Changes Can Make a Difference
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The AFRESH program teaches older adults the importance of simple habits to improve health. (2m 30s)
Caregiver Shortage - Aging Matters
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A shortage of professional caregivers has been exacerbated by the impact of COVID-19. (2m 20s)
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Many families do not anticipate the cost of long-term care and find themselves unprepared. (2m 30s)
Long-Term Care: Know Your Options
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A conversation exploring long-term care options in Tennessee and their affordability. (26m 46s)
Vaccination Covid-19 - Disparities & Health Equity
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A look at efforts to remove barriers that create disparities in Covid-19 vaccinations. (2m 48s)
TN Long-Term Care Ombudsman | Elder Abuse | NPT Reports
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TN State Long-Term Ombudsman Quiteka Moten explains her role in keeping older adults safe. (2m 17s)
TBI - Medicaid Fraud Control Division | Elder Abuse | NPT
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How the TBI works with other agencies for justice and restoration in elder abuse cases. (2m 18s)
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Aging Matters Reports | NPT
A collection of brief, informational videos from NPT Reports: Aging Matters.
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Digital Literacy | NPT
Internet crime is at an all-time high. Arming yourself with knowledge is the best defense.
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Elder Abuse | NPT
A collection of Tennessee’s systems and resources for responding to elder abuse.
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Aging Matters Panel Discussions | NPT
Panel discussions with experts and community members for NPT Reports: Aging Matters.
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Aging Matters is a local public television program presented by WNPT