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EPISODE · Jun 10, 2026 · 30 MIN

The Invisible Challenges of Aging: Why Society Must Do Better | The Making of Me

from THE MAKING OF ME · host Aro Benaiah Kehinde

What does it really mean to age with dignity in a world that often makes aging invisible?In this thoughtful episode, entrepreneur and founder Mariam Parineh shares her personal journey—including her experience marrying a man 46 years her senior—and how it shaped her mission to transform the way society supports older adults. Through her work with Viva Valet, she is helping redefine what it means to age well, with a focus on independence, dignity, and meaningful support.In this episode of The Making of Me, Mariam Parineh — founder of Viva Valet and advocate for “confidence aging” — explores the gaps in today’s systems of elder care, the emotional realities families face, and why society must rethink how it supports older generations.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:Why aging often becomes invisible in modern societyHow personal experience can shape mission-driven entrepreneurshipThe difference between basic care and true lifestyle supportWhy dignity and independence matter in aging wellHow businesses and systems are failing older adults todayWhat it takes to build better solutions for senior livingIf you care about aging, family, or the future of how we support older generations, this conversation will challenge how you see one of life’s most overlooked stages. Aging well is not just personal—it’s a societal responsibility.🔗 Website: https://www.vivavalet.com/🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariam-parineh-620452257/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if you believe seniors deserve dignity and better support🔔 Subscribe so you never miss meaningful conversations on life and society💬 Comment below — What do you think society should improve for older adults?#TheMakingOfMe #MariamParineh #Aging #ElderCare #VivaValet #Longevity #SocialImpact #Entrepreneurship #Dignity #SeniorCare #FutureOfAging #WomenInBusiness #Innovation #Caregiving #Community

What does it really mean to age with dignity in a world that often makes aging invisible?In this thoughtful episode, entrepreneur and founder Mariam Parineh shares her personal journey—including her experience marrying a man 46 years her senior—and how it shaped her mission to transform the way society supports older adults. Through her work with Viva Valet, she is helping redefine what it means to age well, with a focus on independence, dignity, and meaningful support.In this episode of The Making of Me, Mariam Parineh — founder of Viva Valet and advocate for “confidence aging” — explores the gaps in today’s systems of elder care, the emotional realities families face, and why society must rethink how it supports older generations.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:Why aging often becomes invisible in modern societyHow personal experience can shape mission-driven entrepreneurshipThe difference between basic care and true lifestyle supportWhy dignity and independence matter in aging wellHow businesses and systems are failing older adults todayWhat it takes to build better solutions for senior livingIf you care about aging, family, or the future of how we support older generations, this conversation will challenge how you see one of life’s most overlooked stages. Aging well is not just personal—it’s a societal responsibility.🔗 Website: https://www.vivavalet.com/🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariam-parineh-620452257/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if you believe seniors deserve dignity and better support🔔 Subscribe so you never miss meaningful conversations on life and society💬 Comment below — What do you think society should improve for older adults?#TheMakingOfMe #MariamParineh #Aging #ElderCare #VivaValet #Longevity #SocialImpact #Entrepreneurship #Dignity #SeniorCare #FutureOfAging #WomenInBusiness #Innovation #Caregiving #Community

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