About 10 years ago, I giggled when the AARP (the American Association of Retired Persons) sent me a welcome letter and membership card in my late 20’s. Now, given my recent interest in Aging (so cool, everyone’s doing it), I wish I’d taken them up on some of the great perks they have to offer. Luckily, my aging expert Mom has been highlighting hers and sending them my way to learn from and enjoy!
What better way to spend President’s Day (no school or required internship) than catching up on the articles? I read about what cool tech to look for in new cars to keep drivers safe. Then, moving on to how craft beer clubs are becoming an older adult meet up group scene to combat social isolation and promote new learning. The special section was on Michigan’s craft beer scene gave me a sense of hometown pride (you know I’m down for some Saugatuck Brewing Company Neapolitan Milk Stout, now in Kalamazoo)! I read about how certain Age-Friendly cities, just like Columbus, are working on innovative and sustainable ideas for public transit, better housing choices, and meet up groups in their cities that pertain to the interests and needs of their older adult citizens. The magazine is overwhelmingly positive, informative, and seems to be non-partisan in its content, a welcome refresh given the 2020 election year.
Thank you Mom and the AARP for giving me knowledge to crochet and drink my coffee by on a grey February Ohio morning!
