I am already excluded from far too many events I'd like to attend because I'm too skint !!!
I don't expect too be invited to many other social functions because of my stubborn refusal to wear a suit and tie.

I really don't anticipate much practical difference to my social life when I retire.
In fact, it might even pick up a bit with the local U3A widows.

"The biggest problem with trying to change people's attitudes to issues such as ageism is apathy"

well no one will ever achieve much positive change in social attitudes
by hectoring and nagging, and presenting one's genuinely valid arguements
in abrasive self-defeating ways that alienate public sympathy.

Also consider how many folk music aficionados and activists are overworked overstressed teachers
and other education and social child service workers.
Please spare a thought for their leisure time relaxation requirements
in you almighty plan to save the world from 'ageism'.


Maybe a lot of active older folk would find your overzealous professional concern on their behalf
somewhat patronising.