When we talk about aging in place, we often think about someone remaining in their own home for as long as possible. That is certainly part of the conversation, but I think we need to think about aging in place a little differently.

As we age, there is one aspect of wellness that deserves just as much attention as nutrition, exercise, or regular visits to the doctor: friendship. changes: who we are at our core. Our life experiences, beliefs, traditions, passions, and values continue to shape us throughout every stage of life. That's why I've often said that age doesn't discriminate—it connects us through our shared humanity while celebrating our individuality.

When people think about aging, they often focus on what changes as we grow older. Yet one thing never changes: who we are at our core. Our life experiences, beliefs, traditions, passions, and values continue to shape us throughout every stage of life. That's why I've often said that age doesn't discriminate—it connects us through our shared humanity while celebrating our individuality.