Stories

Every day people are experiencing ageism. Our campaign supporters have shared their experiences to raise awareness of the impacts of ageism and the things we can all do to change the narrative.

The views and opinions expressed in these stories are those of the authors where directly quoted. They do not necessarily reflect the policy or positions of the Centre for Ageing Better.

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Everyday life

Richard's story

Richard shares his positive experience of starting something quite dramatically new - and finding success at it - in his later life.

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Everyday life

Tony's story

Tony has lived his life ‘footloose and fancy-free’, but health issues have slowed him down and he feels frustrated by medical ageism.

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Everyday life

Rosemary's story

Rosemary is a passionate advocate for older people exercising, and regularly sharing her advice in the media and on her Strong After Sixty YouTube…

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