#ageism #oldage Old age is often associated with reliance on others, loss of independence and inactivity. But these simplistic notions mask the diversity of people’s experiences as they age, and can also lead to unsuitable policies and interventions — or even to explicit forms of ageism. https://theconversation.com/making-the-most-of-city-life-for-older-people-3-debunked-mobility-myths-276837