How will we manage the care and support of our parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles? How will we manage the care of our friends and neighbors who perhaps don’t have children, or at least not in close proximity? bit.ly/2jXUcF9 #AgingNow

The rapid growth in Minnesota’s aging population is not only going to impact our economy and communities, it will touch the lives of virtually every person in our state. Together, we must #FaceAging and prepare so seniors have the support they need to live well.

Efforts around #caregiving are often multi-faceted, including support from family, friends and professionals alike. Great story here from @FaceAgingMN. #FaceAging Episcopal Homes City of Saint Paul

We gathered info at listening sessions all around the state about #aging. What resulted were videos, stories and resources at callinghomemn.org to help you get the conversation started.

How do you think 'Home' will change for you as you and your loved ones age? Meet Velma & Moriah, mother and daughter, who discuss the opportunities of three generations living together.

@aarp is all over the #mnstatefair this year. Find us on Wright, in the Ed Bldg or by the Space Tower. Pick up info, grab a giveaway, play #aarprocks trivia or pledge to #BeTheDifference

It’s Senior & Kids Day at the #MNStateFair today! Stay tuned for this year’s 50 Year Award winner, which recognizes someone who has worked at the Fair in some way for half a century.

Many people are living in areas away from the resources they will need as they age. Like Richard and Loni, having the discussion now on how "home" may change as we age is a first big step. youtube.com/watch?list=PLu…

Eye-popping stat from today's @FaceAgingMN newsletter: The state’s population age 65 and over is expected to eclipse those of K-12 age. For the first time ever. Next year. faceagingmn.salsalabs.org/faceagingforwa…

"It really comes down to understanding, taking the time to talk through with your loved ones about what home means to them." - Seth Bofelli Seth Boffeli youtube.com/watch?list=PLu… Twin Cities PBS AARP Minnesota @FaceAgingMN

For older adults at senior living centers, companionship can go a long way. Read how Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is serving seniors by building friendships. #FaceAging bit.ly/2DIU35b

Not sure how to have the conversation with an aging loved one about future health, well-being, and home? Use this guide from @FaceAgingMN, which includes easy-to-use resources available for everyone. faceagingmn.org/get-involved/c…

This week we celebrate the incredible mothers in our lives! Find out how having continuous and honest conversations about aging have been beneficial to this mother, daughter, and granddaughter. Twin Cities PBS @FaceAgingMN Care Providers of MN Next Avenue

I just nominated a community leader for AARP Minnesota & Pollen's #50Over50 list. Now, it's your turn! 50Over50mn.org.

"I’ve set this Mother’s Day as my deadline to face aging head on." faceagingmn.org/2018/05/13/fac… @FaceAgingMN

"We've spoken with a lot of friends about developing a cooperative living situation in the country, with some ground around us." What creative living situations have you considered for yourself or your aging loved ones? #RuralAging #FaceAging

Check out this video to see how three generations of the Butkiewicz family are sharing work and tradition through their family farm. What traditions have been passed down through the generations of your family?

Did you know four in five people prefer an aging care setting with opportunities for intergenerational contact? This article from Next Avenue explores the benefits of and barriers to intergenerational living and working arrangements. nextavenue.org/intergeneratio…

There are three key areas associated with long life - financial security, health and social connections. Derenda Schubert's Ted Talk discusses how intergenerational communities like Bridge Meadows provide life altering opportunities for social connection. youtube.com/watch?v=xb0fzZ…

By 2025, 1 in 5 Minnesotans will be 65 or older. According to MPR, the state now spends about $1 billion a year on long-term care. Without reform, the cost to taxpayers will balloon by 2025, possibly increasing by 73%. What reforms would you like to see? mprnews.org/story/2019/07/…