Host a screening of the new documentary Age of Champions to battle misconceptions about aging and inspire those around you. This film tells the uplifting story of athletes chasing gold at the Senior Olympics. ALFA is inviting its members to fight ageism by hosting a screening of the new PBS documentary Age of Champions, an uplifting story about a group of athletes competing in the Senior Olympics. The film follows a 100-year-old tennis player, 86-year-old pole vaulter, and team of basketball grandmothers as they overcome adversity in their quest for gold at the Senior Olympics. Age of Champions tells the story of seniors who are powerful, determined, and strong—seniors that defy traditional stereotypes of older adults. Through this screening opportunity, ALFA members can kick start the conversation about ageism, active aging, and staying engaged in life as an older adult. When hosting a screening, have residents and those in your community join you as you utilize the various aspects of the screening kit. The screening kit includes the DVD, discussion guides, active aging bracelets, postcards, and a full-size poster. Watch audience testimonials and purchase the Age of Champions Screening Kit at ageofchampions.org/alfa. Just enter the discount code “ALFA” at checkout and get the kit for only $99. Suggested Articles: Ageism
Host a screening of the new documentary Age of Champions to battle misconceptions about aging and inspire those around you. This film tells the uplift...
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Ageism
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Ageism
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Ageism
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Ageism
Credited with coining the term “ageism,” the late Dr. Robert Butler was a stalwart advocate of seniors’ quality of life. Butler was the first director...
Ageism
In 1969, Dr. Robert Butler coins the term “ageism” to describe the stereotypical and negative bias against older adults.
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