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Get Inspired

Life doesn't stop because of aging. When you need a boost, check out these everyday heroes who refuse to be defined by their age or any cognitive challenges that might come from aging. They are changing the conversation, one bold step at a time.

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Meet Emma

Emma became a caregiver as a teenager, and found a new understanding of love

Emma as a bride shown with her husband and father holding pic of mother
Illustration of a yellow heart surrounded by sparks. Used as a decorative design element.
Meet Allison and Lynn

As they navigate dementia together, Allison and her mother Lynn embrace the adventures, follow the joy, and let the world surprise them both.

Tanis finds courage in herself and others

She found new connections, and spotted the sheer courage in her mom that overcame any symptoms

Tanis with her parents at the Club 36 Stampede Party
Ron became an advocate

A love story beyond memory, Ron wrote about his grief and inspires others to get involved

Ron Freckleton leans on a boardwalk bridge smiling
Gerald still included his Dad in the family business

Knowing that the business meant so much to him, Gerald and his family found ways to involve him every week.

Gerald's father Mundo Kim shown with his family
Peter Maher uses his voice for change

Peter uses his legendary voice to build the StillMe social movement and helps power the annual Walk and Run.

Peter Maher shown with his parents at a Hall of Fame event
Aimee is caring for her Dad

Known for her tenacity, creativity and heart, Aimee finds ways to make the everyday 'extraordinary.'

Aimee and her father with the trishaw bike
Sam believes in visiting no matter what

Sam recognizes the power of visiting people with dementia, despite any symptoms. "People need to know how important those conversations are."

Grandpa Doug and Sam at a young age in the garden
Jim's Journey

From the classroom to the Olympic flame. Meet a math teacher who ran 14 marathons and became an inspirational Olympic torchbearer. Jim's story is a lesson in living fully.

Jim Johnstone, Club 36
Lisa Poole

Championing systemic change, Lisa is known for saying yes to things that haven't been done yet.

Lisa Poole community advocate for dementia
Meet Marilyn

The sharpshooting Mrs. Santa Clause (with a sweet tooth). From competitive sharpshooting to a decade as Mrs. Santa, Marilyn is a versatile force of nature who embodies 'work hard, play hard.'

Marilyn, Club 36
Meet Ray

Ray shows us what it means to live in the moment, despite his dementia symptoms. It's a struggle to find anything that Ray couldn't do.

Ray Brydon, Club 36
Who would you like to see featured here?

Tell us about someone who refuses to be defined by their age, or someone who's making aging well possible!

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