Edge of Aging

03/15/2023

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our colleague and friend, Tiffany Christensen. She was a tireless advocate for the lived patient experience and worked tirelessly to promote equity in healthcare. Her contributions as a coach, mentor, and innovator will be deeply missed.

As we mourn Tiffany's loss, we are reminded of the impact she had on our work and our lives. We had the honor of collaborating with Tiffany on a special project in 2020, and in the linked video below, she shared her powerful perspective on how healthcare can better serve patients and their families.

We invite you to take a moment to watch Tiffany's inspiring message and reflect on the positive change we can continue to create together in her memory.
https://youtu.be/tvk3J6o1UM8

Tiffany’s life will continue to positively impact patients. Our condolences go out to her family and loved ones.

As we face change, there is an inherent tendency to insulate ourselves. Instead, should we lean in to the vulnerability that allows us to hear, help, and hea...

07/24/2022

Are you looking for a cutting “edge”presentation for your professional conference? We offer topics such as Incentivizing healing as much as treating, Creating passion for older adults: a social movement, Unplugging leadership for generative thought, and more contact us today.

Edge of Aging consists of Nicole Clagett and Cooper Linton. They have a combined 40+ years' of experience in the caregiving field.

06/18/2021

How can our use of emergency medical services be improved? David Wright, with Washington University in St. Louis, Pediatric Emergency Medicine and an EMS Physician Assistant, uses his unique background and perspective to share a different way to utilize emergency medicine. They are using paramedics to provide ER services at HOME!

How can our use of emergency medical services be improved? David Wright, with Washington University in St. Louis, Pediatric Emergency Medicine and an EMS - Edge of Aging

02/14/2021

This week we talk to Dr. Robyn Stone with LeadingAge about her research around aging rural America. Join us for this enlightening conversation.

Access to care is a complex issue for aging Americans in rural areas. Cooper and Nicole welcome Dr. Robyn Stone, Senior Vice President of Research at - Edge of Aging

12/28/2020

In this episode we discuss the inherent challenges of the elder care system with Stephanie Erickson - Media Commentator, Family Caregiving Expert. Stephanie is a clinical social worker, family caregiving expert, and author of the book ‘Plan of Aging Well: Building a Team to Provide Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Support as We Age.
For the full episode follow this link: https://edgeofaging.com/2020/12/07/what-if-we-could-fix-the-failures-of-our-elder-care-system/

Nicole and Cooper discuss the inherent challenges of the elder care system with Stephanie Erickson. Stephanie is a clinical social worker, family caregiving ...

11/01/2020

Nicole Clagett and Cooper Linton welcome Anne Basting, Gerontologist and Professor of Theatre at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Peck School of the Arts, for a discussion on dementia and elder care. We focus on the power of using theatre, storytelling and other arts when it comes to senior care. Promo below and for full episiode: https://www.edgeofaging.com for full episode.

Nicole Clagett and Cooper Linton welcome Anne Basting, Gerontologist and Professor of Theatre at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Peck School of the Art...

09/29/2020

What an honor it was to curate this SPRX Talk for such an incredibly gifted group of professionals whose aim is to care for our most vulnerable. Thank you Association for Home & Hospice Care of North Carolina.

As we reflect on the virtual conference so far, it is difficult to put into words the meaningfulness of our opening general session yesterday. It’s not often that health care professionals have the opportunity or the time they wish they had to give their undivided attention to the perspectives of the caregiver, the bereaved, and the patient. SPRX Talk from Edge of Aging was a gift. A chance to focus on the reason behind what we do. Whether you are in administration, or are on the clinical staff of your team, know that your every move and every interaction with patients and their families has an impact. That’s the takeaway for .

09/11/2020

What if chronically ill patients felt comfortable seeking care when they felt that they needed it? This week we have Part 2 of our conversation with Tiffany Christensen is Sick Girl Speaks. For full episode: Click here: https://edgeofaging.com/2020/09/10/what-if-we-revisited-the-patient-experience-of-tiffany-christensen-part-2/

This promo highlights a conversation with Tiffany Christensen who discusses her internal battle about seeking care when she actually needs it instead of wait...

09/08/2020

The co-hosts of Edge of Aging are pleased to be the curators of the upcoming keynote presentation at the AHHC annual conference. Watch below for a sneak peak and join AHHC at their conference to view this emotional journey from the perspective of the patient, the caregiver, and the one left behind. www.AHHCConferences.com for information and registration.

The SPRX Talk will take place at the AHHC conference on 9/28/2020. Please visit: http//www.ahhcconferences.com for more information. For more information abo...

08/18/2020

This week on Edge of Aging we talk to Tiffany Christensen, Vice President of Experience Innovation at The Beryl Institute, as she shares her personal story around a recent experience with kidney failure and having to face what she wanted for her future. Tiffany explores the question of treatment vs no treatment. https://edgeofaging.com/2020/08/17/what-if-we-revisited-the-patient-experience-of-tiffany-christensen-part-1/

08/06/2020

So thrilled to be curating this keynote presentation!

On Monday, September 28, our virtual conference kicks off with a one-of-a-kind keynote. SPRX is a concept of Edge of Aging founders, Cooper Linton and Nicole Clagett, and these SPRX Talks have central themes of Service, Purpose, Resilience, and Experience. Reignite the spark that inspired you to enter the & field as you witness three remarkable people share their journeys and perspectives. www.ahhcconferences.com