Albany County launches initiative against age discrimination

Albany County has launched an initiative to combat discrimination against older adults.

The campaign is called “Together Against Ageism.” A recent survey done by the county’s Department for the Aging found that people are experiencing negative attitudes and behaviors based upon their age.

The Department for the Aging and Dr. Dina Refki, of the University at Albany, will form a steering committee of older adults and community leaders to analyze research and practice that have helped reduce ageism, conduct focus groups and adopt strategies to combat the problem.