Ageism’s Impact in the Black Community
Ageism intersects with racial discrimination to create unique challenges for Black individuals:
black people are being faced with the on going question – across the bord; who is going to look after me when I get older and how can I receive a fear shoot with out being discriminated?
Age has always been a sensitive topic with more communities – with out love one around; many are faces the aging process alone ; Especially in the lower income family with in the black communities –
Intergenerational Wealth Gap: Historical discrimination and systemic barriers have made it harder for older Black adults to accumulate wealth, affecting their retirement security and access to care.
Cultural Elder Respect: Traditional African American culture values elder wisdom and leadership, but modern ageism threatens these cultural values and community structures.
Family Support Systems: Many Black families rely on multi generational support networks, and ageism can disrupt these essential community structures.
Helpful tips: Help to stop the on going “progression” of these types of statistics:
- Create a friendly atmosphere – you know the old saying “if it ant brook don’t fix it” Just because one get older docent mean they don’t have something to say – why do we think that – just because our love ones are ” up in age “ they no longer have something to say – keeping the lines of communication will not only help you – it will “strengthen” the voice of your love one – which is importune due to there futre need to face the donating responsibility of dealing with other sources like doctor visit and other life requirements – allowing them to precis the lines of communication will them to feel like they still have something to offer which they do; There is value in wisdom.
- Making house calls – listen there will always be something pulling you in the opposite direction – putting aside time to visit your love ones – Give way for a happier tighter connection and strengthens the family unit.
- Asking for advice – you be surprised of the amount of wisdom your love has stored up – receive and use this wisdom while its available – Your loves one will be more then welling to pass down there experiences.
Key Note: Understanding and addressing ageism in the Black community is crucial in the – ” preserving the black “– cultural heritage, protecting elders well-being, and maintaining strong community bonds.
The End!
Peace, Love and Blessings Lovelies Xoxo.
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