Topics on Aging
By Juan Gallo
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2025: A New Year, A New Challenge
As 2025 begins, I reflect on 2024 with gratitude and purpose. It was a tumultuous year—marked by change, uncertainty, and challenges that left many wondering, “what’s next?” From mysterious drones to growing community struggles, the year brought a sense of cognitive dissonance—the tension when reality clashes with our expectations.
For me, this dissonance was most striking in the faces of vulnerable seniors in our community, whose stories revealed the heartbreaking realities of isolation and need.
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https://heart2heartoutreach.org/topics-on-aging/2025-a-new-year-a-new-challenge/
This blog is a frank conversation about what it means to age in our society.
I want us to consider what a wider range of diverse experiences when we talk about aging. I want to reflect on how we, as a community, want our neighbors and our mothers and fathers and our grandparents to live out their latter decades of life. I want us to consider each one of their voices as we strive to meet their needs.
Join me for weekly discussions about what it means to be a senior in South Florida and how we can and should respond to the growing needs of the aging population.
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A Season of Nostalgia continued…..AND Gratitude
A recent visit to Providence Senior Living beautifully illustrated the power of nostalgia said Juan Gallo, Heart2Heart’s CEO. While playing an impromptu session on a Yamaha piano, I witnessed the profound impact music can have. One resident, moved to tears, shared how the melodies brought back memories of her childhood and her love for playing the piano—something she hadn’t done in years. Encouraged to try again, she rediscovered the joy of music, her radiant smile lighting up the room.
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https://heart2heartoutreach.org/topics-on-aging/a-season-of-reflection-and-giving-embracing-nostalgia-and-spreading-joy-this-holiday-season/
A Season of Reflection and Giving: Embracing Nostalgia and Spreading Joy This Holiday Season
After celebrating at the Red Gala the many seniors served this year thus far and reflecting on his 80’s themed birthday, Heart2Heart CEO, Juan Gallo shares some tips about embracing a season of nostalgia and the ways we can spread joy to others as we approach the holiday season.
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https://heart2heartoutreach.org/topics-on-aging/a-season-of-reflection-and-giving-embracing-nostalgia-and-spreading-joy-this-holiday-season/
It’s That Time of Year: The Meaning Behind H2H Red Gala and This Year’s Theme
Heart2Heart CEO Juan Gallo offers tips for staying focused on the mission as a leader of a nonprofit organization.
His advice is for those with big goals and fewer resources than they’d like.
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https://heart2heartoutreach.org/topics-on-aging/remember-who-you-serve
To Stay Focused on the Mission, Remember Who You Serve
Heart2Heart CEO Juan Gallo offers tips for staying focused on the mission as a leader of a nonprofit organization.
His advice is for those with big goals and fewer resources than they’d like.
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https://heart2heartoutreach.org/topics-on-aging/remember-who-you-serve
How to Love Seniors (and People) Who Are Different
After using an incorrect pronoun, Heart2Heart CEO Juan Gallo reflects on how to ask questions and accept corrections — under the banner of God’s love.
How Should We Honor the Wisdom of Mother Figures?
In honor of Mother’s Day, Heart2Heart CEO Juan Gallo reflects on the role of mother figures in our lives. For those who need more wisdom in their lives, he offers a challenge!
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