Aging Unscripted from CLC
Aging Unscripted from CLC
Podcast Description
Welcome to Aging Unscripted, a podcast rewriting outdated narratives about growing older. Join our dynamic conversations as we explore the authentic, empowering, and often surprising journey of aging in today’s world. Each episode features candid discussions with trailblazers, experts, and everyday heroes who are challenging age-related stereotypes. From the individual aging journey to new perspectives in the aging services field, we dive deep into conversations that will challenge your assumptions. This podcast is brought to you by Christian Living Communities and is carefully crafted to appeal to anyone curious about embracing the aging journey. Subscribe now to join our growing community of aging disruptors.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores themes related to the aging experience, including societal perceptions of aging, the importance of place in health and happiness, and innovative aging services, with episodes discussing topics like community connection and the role of environment, exemplified in discussions with experts like Ryan Frederick on how living spaces influence longevity.

Welcome to Aging Unscripted, a podcast rewriting outdated narratives about growing older. Join our dynamic conversations as we explore the authentic, empowering, and often surprising journey of aging in today’s world. Each episode features candid discussions with trailblazers, experts, and everyday heroes who are challenging age-related stereotypes. From the individual aging journey to new perspectives in the aging services field, we dive deep into conversations that will challenge your assumptions. This podcast is brought to you by Christian Living Communities and is carefully crafted to appeal to anyone curious about embracing the aging journey. Subscribe now to join our growing community of aging disruptors.
On this episode of Aging Unscripted, we explore a powerful question: What if retirement isn’t the end of your purpose, but the beginning of your most meaningful chapter yet?
Host Jill Vitale-Aussem and co-host Pam Sullivan sit down with Kristi Doan, a Community Builder with The Eden Alternative to challenge outdated ideas about aging, retirement, and community life.
Together, they unpack the difference between simply staying busy and living with true purpose. From resident-directed living and meaningful engagement to creating cultures of contribution, citizenship, and connection, this conversation explores how older adults can continue to grow, lead, and thrive in every season of life.
Sounds great! But how does this approach impact senior living – the results may surprise you. If you’ve ever wondered how we can move beyond “aging safely” toward aging fully, this episode is for you.
Resource Links:
The Eden Alternatives 2024 Whitepaper
Time Magazine Article, People Age Better If They Have a Purpose in Life
CLC Blog by Jill Vitale-Aussem, Reimagining Senior Living: Citizenship Model Life Plan Communities

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