Free Webinar: “Are We Ready for the World's Largest Aging Demographic Shift?”

When

1 to 2 p.m., Feb. 20, 2023

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI-UA) and the Psychology Department at the University of Arizona are offering a free webinar open to the public on Monday, February 20th at 1pm MST focused on an upcoming and significant demographic change. 

Per the U.S Census Bureau, in less than two decades the "graying of America" as well as the rest of the world will be a well-established fact. By 2034 adults over the age of 65 are projected to outnumber children for the first time in U.S. history. Some may be alarmed by this demographic shift, but others see it as an opportunity. This change has wide implications for economic growth, patterns of work and retirement, the way that families function, the ability of governments and communities to provide adequate resources for older adults, and the prevalence of chronic disease and disability.

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OLLI-UA Speaker Series Event

This free online webinar will be presented by Dr. Linda Hollis of the Psychology Department at the University of Arizona, and will include recent data on our aging society, a debunking of stereotypes and myths about aging, and insights about the challenges as well as possibilities that will emerge with this shift.

About Dr. Linda Hollis

For over 25 years, Dr. Hollis has worked in the field of aging, behavioral health, and nonprofit executive leadership. Her passion for aging stems from her work in various long-term care and community settings, both in Canada and the U.S. Dr. Hollis received her Master’s in Gerontology, specializing in Alzheimer's Disease, an Educational Specialist degree in Educational Psychology, and a PhD in Psychology, focusing on Human-Animal Bonding. Recently, Dr. Hollis has participated in the development and implementation of the Insights into Healthy Aging Certificate for undergraduate students at the University of Arizona and recently developed the new Community Certificate - Insights into Healthy Aging: For Caregivers and Professionals.