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How do you age strong?

We want to evolve the conversation on aging.

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The Age Strong Public Awareness campaign sparks dialogue on ageism. Our goal is to help older adults be seen for their rich, dynamic experiences and contributions. This multifaceted campaign reveals implicit biases about older adults. We're dispelling stereotypes to promote more positive messaging around aging.

We featured eight Bostonians in this campaign. They disrupt the negative messaging about aging by being themselves. Their photos paired with their stories challenge the labels society places on them. They all feel a sense of pride and ownership of their age and life experience — they Age Strong.

Watch: 'I'm Aging Strong'

Age Strong Stories

Sandra Harris, 68
I am a lot of things, and inactive isn't one of them. Click to read more.
Irene Morey, 103
I am a lot of things, and senile isn’t one of them. Click to read more.
Harry Pierre, 67
I am a lot of things, and cranky isn’t one of them. Click to read more.
Vinny Marino, 83
I am a lot of things, and frail isn't one of them. Click to read more.
Leo Romero, 84
I am a lot of things, and childish isn't one of them. Click to read more.
Judy Yee, 70
I am a lot of things, and frumpy isn't one of them. Click to read more.
Smiler Haynes, 86
I am a lot of things, and over the hill isn't one of them. Click to read more.
Rob Quinn, 59
I am a lot of things, and helpless isn't one of them. Click to read more.

Partner with us

Thank you for your interest in partnering with us in our efforts to dispel negative stereotypes about aging! Please fill out this form so we can determine ways we can work together.

Partner on Our Age Strong Campaign

Join the #AgeStrong conversation

Share your #AgeStrong story
We may use your quote on social media or in Boston Seniority magazine, and other outlets!
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Follow us on Twitter for the latest commission updates and tell us how you #AgeStrong.
Facebook
Follow us on Facebook for the latest commission updates and tell us how you #AgeStrong.

What People Are Saying

" I look forward to seeing the impact this campaign will have on challenging outdated beliefs. "
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Mike Festa, Massachusetts State Director of AARP
" I am blessed to live in a city that values all I can continue to bring to the table. "
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Sandra Harris
South End
" I'm far from senile! Just because you're old doesn't mean you are inactive. "
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Irene Morey
Charlestown
" People talk about aging gracefully. I am gratefully aging. "
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Rob Quinn
South End

In the news

City Announcement
Age Strong public awareness campaign launched. Click to read the full press release.
Boston Globe
In a pioneering campaign, Boston's new Age Strong Commission takes on ageism. Click to read the full article.
The Rainbow Times
Age Strong Commission highlights LGBTQ+ Elderly Lives. Click to read the full article.
AARP Highlight Video
Boston's #AgeStrong Campaign. Click to watch the full video.
Boston City TV
Age Strong public awareness campaign. Click to watch the full video.

Who's Involved:

Age Strong Commission
617-635-4366
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