LeverAGE

LeverAGE

Author: American Society on Aging Language: English Episodes: 33
Produced by the American Society on Aging, LeverAGE focuses squarely on the intersection of aging and public policy, a space where personal stories meet political realities. This isn't about generic wellness tips; it's about the systems that shape our later years. Each episode brings forward the voices of those directly engaged in the fight for a more equitable landscape, from seasoned policy analysts dissecting legislation to grassroots organizers mobilizing communities. You'll hear conversations that dig into the specifics of social security, healthcare access, housing, and economic security, all through the lens of how policy is made and who it serves. The LeverAGE podcast creates a vital forum within the ASA community and beyond, examining both the current challenges and the emerging opportunities to build a society that better supports people as they age. It’s for anyone who believes that aging well is not just a personal responsibility but a collective one, requiring thoughtful dialogue and deliberate action. Tune in for grounded, insightful discussions that move beyond headlines to the human impact of the politics of aging.
Episodes
Climate and Older Adults as Advocates—Linking Hope to Action [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:02
Alan Gutterman, a long-term partner and senior counsel in law firms, recently launched the Older Person’s Rights Project to advance awareness of the challenges and opportunities inherent in our increased longevity. In th…
Loneliness as a Public Policy Issue [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:01
Loneliness affects more than one-third of adults, and as we age, experiencing loneliness can increase our risk of adverse emotional and physical health outcomes. Programmatic interventions to decrease loneliness and isol…
Spotlight on ASA’s Policy Agenda [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:05
Peter Kaldes and Leanne Clark-Shirley talk with Sara Kessel and Justin Hong, two ASA interns from Tufts University who have been researching climate change policy. Then, Peter gives a quick update on ASA’s new legislativ…
How American Rescue Plan Act Dollars Can Support Older Adults [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:14
When it comes to the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, or ARPA, most people are familiar with the COVID-19 vaccination program, stimulus checks, and unemployment insurance provisions. But there are also significant resou…
The WISH Act, an Equity Perspective [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:38
The Well-Being Insurance for Seniors to be at Home (WISH) Act was introduced in early July by Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-Long Island, Queens) to create a new federal Long-Term Care Insurance Trust Fund that would pay for…
An Infrastructure for Elder Justice [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:59
The Elder Justice Reauthorization and Modernization Act of 2021 was introduced in the House and Senate on August 9. This bill would channel funding to existing and new elder justice initiatives including long-term care w…