If Your Parents Are 50+, You Need to Watch This...

If your parents are over 50, there’s one truth many of us learn too late: the little moments we share with them now might one day be the memories we wish we had more of. This video is a gentle reminder that aging parents often feel invisible, unheard, or left behind in a fast-changing world—but small acts of love, like asking about their stories or learning their language, can mean everything. Backed by research on connection and aging, we unpack why being truly present isn’t just good for them—it heals something inside us too. What’s one simple thing you could do today to make your parents feel seen?

Credits:
Researcher/Writer: Israel Olorunnisola
Script Manager: Kelly Soong
Animator: Yen
Voice Over: Amanda Silvera
Youtube Manager: Cindy Cheong
Director: Tai Khuong
Assisted: Brisky Quach

Research articles on the importance of talking with your parents and grandparents:

Victor, C. R., & Bowling, A. (2012). A longitudinal analysis of loneliness among older people in Great Britain. British Journal of Community Nursing, 17(4), 171–178. https://doi.org/10.12968/bjcn.2012.17.4.171

Courtin, E., & Knapp, M. (2017). Social isolation, loneliness and health in old age: A scoping review. BMC Public Health, 17, Article 94. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-017-4500-7

Li, Z., Xiang, W., Yuan, Y., Liu, Y., & Liu, S. (2024). A serial mediating effect of perceived family support on psychological well-being. BMC Public Health, 24, Article 940. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-024-18476-z