In this episode, we're stepping into the world of later life romance, companionship, desire and connection.

We hear from people discovering new partnerships after decades of marriage, from those navigating dating and more.  

We'll talk about grief and renewal, sexuality and intimacy, independence and togetherness, and the courage it takes to love again, because love and older age isn't a footnote, it's a chapter.

Ita Buttrose is one of Australia's most respected public voices, has witnessed and shaped six decades of social change and joins Jacinta to discuss her frank reflections of sex and love in later life in her memoir Unapologetically Ita

Professor Deirdre Featherstone Hoare from the Australian Center for evidence based aged care at La Trobe University, talks about some of the biggest myths or misunderstandings about older people when it comes to love, romance, intimacy and sexuality.

In this episode, we're stepping into the world of later life romance, companionship, desire and connection.
We hear from people discovering new partnerships after decades of marriage, from those navigating dating and more. &nbsp;
We'll talk about grief and renewal, sexuality and intimacy, independence and togetherness, and the courage it takes to love again, because love and older age isn't a footnote, it's a chapter.
Ita Buttrose is one of Australia's most respected public voices, has witnessed and shaped six decades of social change and joins Jacinta to discuss her frank reflections of sex and love in later life in her memoir Unapologetically Ita
Professor Deirdre Featherstone Hoare from the Australian Center for evidence based aged care at La Trobe University, talks about some of the biggest myths or misunderstandings about older people when it comes to love, romance, intimacy and sexuality.

It’s not how old you are but how you are old that matters. Well, since a roadmap and some sage advice would be helpful, ABC radio broadcaster Jacinta Parsons guides you through the Ageing Ideal podcast series, which explores the warts and all perspectives and experiences of older people, their families, carers and other experts in the sector. This podcast is for anyone who wants to know more about how we can live and age well and shape the future of aged care in Australia. Through thought-provoking and insightful conversations, The Ageing Ideal aims to dispel a few myths, challenge some preconceptions and provide a more positive outlook on ageing, aged care and the services that can bring joy and make life easier.

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It&rsquo;s not how old you are but how you are old that matters. Well, since a roadmap and some sage advice would be helpful, ABC radio broadcaster Jacinta Parsons guides you through the Ageing Ideal podcast series, which explores the warts and all perspectives and experiences of older people, their families, carers and other experts in the sector. This podcast is for anyone who wants to know more about how we can live and age well and shape the future of aged care in Australia. Through thought-provoking and insightful conversations, The Ageing Ideal aims to dispel a few myths, challenge some preconceptions and provide a more positive outlook on ageing, aged care and the services that can bring joy and make life easier.
Hit Follow now to make sure you don't miss an episode.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

The Ageing Ideal

We’re all ageing; it’s one of life’s greatest privileges.

The Ageing Ideal is not just another podcast about ageing. Each episode brings together people from all walks of life, their experience and asks questions to ignite a new conversation about getting older and how we can break down barriers.

We’re delighted to bring you Season Two, where the conversation gets even more interesting.

With our host, ABC radio broadcaster Jacinta Parsons, we challenge the perception that older people need to be wrapped in cotton wool. We discuss love at any age, grand parenting, the concept of joy and ask the question, what would we say to our younger self in the episode Dear younger me.

Hit Follow now to make sure you don't miss an episode!     

 

We&rsquo;re all ageing; it&rsquo;s one of life&rsquo;s greatest privileges.
The Ageing Ideal is not just another podcast about ageing. Each episode brings together people from all walks of life, their experience and asks questions to ignite a new conversation about getting older and how we can break down barriers.
We&rsquo;re delighted to bring you Season Two, where the conversation gets even more interesting.
With our host, ABC radio broadcaster Jacinta Parsons, we challenge the perception that older people need to be wrapped in cotton wool. We discuss love at any age, grand parenting, the concept of joy and ask the question, what would we say to our younger self in the episode Dear younger me.
Hit Follow now to make sure you don't miss an episode!&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
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In this episode, we're stepping into the world of later life romance, companionship, desire and connection.

Love at any age

Being a grandparent today isn’t about fitting into an old mould but finding your own rhythm.  Between love and limits, care and independence…there’s space for a new kind of grand-parenting to emerge.

In this episode of The Ageing Ideal, Jacinta Parsons speaks with grandparents Chris and Janice who talk about how they make it work as the live as one of four generations in their home.  

Dr. Michael Carr-Gregg is one of Australia’s most trusted psychologists and author of the book Grandparents and joins Jacinta to reflect on how grand parenting today is vastly different to previous generations of grandparents.  

Jacinta also speaks with Ann McLeish who is the Director of Grandparents Victoria to discuss what rights grandparents hold, how they can communicate those boundaries with some grace and some confidence. 

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Being a grandparent today isn&rsquo;t about fitting into an old mould but finding your own rhythm. &nbsp;Between love and limits, care and independence&hellip;there&rsquo;s space for a new kind of grand-parenting to emerge.
In this episode of The Ageing Ideal, Jacinta Parsons speaks with grandparents Chris and Janice who talk about how they make it work as the live as one of four generations in their home. &nbsp;
Dr. Michael Carr-Gregg is one of Australia&rsquo;s most trusted psychologists and author of the book Grandparents and joins Jacinta to reflect on how grand parenting today is vastly different to previous generations of grandparents. &nbsp;
Jacinta also speaks with Ann McLeish who is the Director of Grandparents Victoria to discuss what rights grandparents hold, how they can communicate those boundaries with some grace and some confidence.&nbsp;
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Grand expectations

When the pace of life slows and the noise of ambition quells, we begin to notice the difference between loneliness and solitude. 

Loneliness is the ache of absence—the empty chair, the silence when we long for familiar voices.
Solitude, on the other hand, is the comfort of our own company—the gentle pause after a busy life, where memories breathe and small joys shine.

In this episode of The Ageing Ideal, Jacinta Parsons speaks with Dr. Anita Goh to distinguish between the experience of loneliness versus solitude and also author and columnist for the Sunday Life Magazine Kerri Sackville about ways to embrace solitude.  Jacinta also visits the Strathmore Mens Shed and chats to elders about how to prepare for being alone and support others who are. 

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When the pace of life slows and the noise of ambition quells, we begin to notice the difference between loneliness and solitude.&nbsp;
Loneliness is the ache of absence&mdash;the empty chair, the silence when we long for familiar voices. Solitude, on the other hand, is the comfort of our own company&mdash;the gentle pause after a busy life, where memories breathe and small joys shine.
In this episode of The Ageing Ideal, Jacinta Parsons speaks with Dr. Anita Goh to distinguish between the experience of loneliness versus solitude and also author and columnist for the Sunday Life Magazine Kerri Sackville about ways to embrace solitude. &nbsp;Jacinta also visits the Strathmore Mens Shed and chats to elders about how to prepare for being alone and support others who are.&nbsp;
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Table for one

As we age, risk-taking becomes a conscious consideration. While caution often increases and those around us may encourage it, older adults still have the right to take risks.

Yet ignoring the challenges of ageing can have serious consequences. Finding the right balance is crucial, but it raises the question of who ultimately decides. 

In this episode of The Ageing Ideal, host Jacinta Parsons explores the dignity of risk with gerontologist Professor Joseph Ibrahim and COTA CEO Pat Sparrow and speaks with elders about their approach to risk, autonomy and decision-making and why wrapping people in cotton wool is not the answer. 

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As we age, risk-taking becomes a conscious consideration. While caution often increases and those around us may encourage it, older adults still have the right to take risks.
Yet ignoring the challenges of ageing can have serious consequences. Finding the right balance is crucial, but it raises the question of who ultimately decides.&nbsp;
In this episode of The Ageing Ideal, host Jacinta Parsons explores the dignity of risk with gerontologist Professor Joseph Ibrahim and COTA CEO Pat Sparrow and speaks with elders about their approach to risk, autonomy and decision-making and why wrapping people in cotton wool is not the answer.&nbsp;
See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

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