Article by Liisa Ogburn.
Super Senior Bob Ross
Meet Super Senior Bob Ross, who at 92, still maintains a busy social schedule and chalks up his longevity to good genes, good friends and family, and daily exercise.
He had a cup of coffee in one hand and was gesturing while telling a group of six ladies around a small table in the lobby that he was supposed to be here at 8:30 am to meet someone.
That someone was me and I waved to him and indicated I was waiting in line at the fancy cappuccino machine. There were six versions of lattes. What’s the difference between a Dali latte and a French one? I didn’t know. The woman in front of me blindly chose from a different screen, apologizing for her hesitation.
“I just moved in,” she explained. Another group of women at another table welcomed her over. I followed Bob Ross over to a table in a quieter area.
Martha Bader, the marketing director at Overture-Crabtree, had contacted me after I sent a call out looking for “Super Seniors,” those seniors living fully within the constraints that come with aging.
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About the Author:
Liisa Ogburn is at the heart of Aging Advisors NC, bringing a rich blend of personal experience and global perspective to elder care. Raised in North Carolina with deep roots in Finland, Liisa has a unique appreciation for diverse approaches to aging, shaped by her life across different cultures including Finland, Estonia, Germany, England, Japan, and Costa Rica.
Her path into elder care consulting was deeply personal. While juggling her role as a Duke University educator and caring for her father-in-law and three young children, Liisa started sharing her family’s journey through articles for The New York Times and later, over 300 posts for WRAL Raleigh on everything from handling loss to choosing the right elder care options.
A teacher at heart, Liisa thrives on empowering others with knowledge. She offers her expertise in presentations to various groups—from churches to professional firms—and writes extensively, reaching audiences far and wide. Her credentials include certifications in geriatric care and a special certification from Brown University to teach Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, reinforcing her belief that calm minds make sound decisions.
