In civilizations long since past, the aging female was looked upon with respect. The oldest in the community was often called the wise woman, crone, healer, witch or just mother.
Personally, I like the term crone. I want to be a Crone.
Grandma found the video from her earlier post on the "The Rent is Too Damn High". This is from the NY Governors Debate. Jimmy McMillan is a real crowd pleaser.