Aging Your Best Life

The community “arm” of our center, Ms. Boston discusses the outreach relationships she has with providers, to ensure a seamless transition to our center.

Dr Morse and his team are dedicated in providing wellness and care by integrating chiropractic services with a multi care disciplinary team.  Questions are answered and myths are discussed to help educate the listener.

Born on the battlefield in 1881, The American Red Cross is one of the most recognized organizations of service to others. Ms. Wade discusses Programs, resources and volunteer opportunities.

The Northeast Florida safety Council helps improve each community through leadership in environment, health, safety and traffic education. Vital resources and tools will be discussed.

Ms. Crowder walks the listener through the first steps of a short -term rehab stay and answers questions to ease anyone through an admissions process.

The strong professional connections between care providers, clinics and hospitals are crucial. Ms. Zasciurinskas helps navigate the listener through the day-to-day operations.

Both experts in the area of mental health, these dynamic ladies discuss the emotional impact of the pandemic and offer support, guidance and direction in a crucial component of healing and wellness.

Voted the number one charity of the area, Catholic Charities is a “social services arm” of the community. The abundance of programs and resources will be discussed.

As the holiday season approaches, Mr. Vick discusses one of the most recognized fundraisers of the Salvation Army and highlights programs that help those in need all year long.

Noting a need and using her experience to create her own company, Ms. Rocco guides families through valuable resources and multiple options in finding the right fit for their loved one.  

Serving the community of North Florida for over 20 years, Dr.Khan discusses how he and his team navigate patients through a fearful medical diagnosis, offering hope, support and state of the art options.

Mr. Morgan is back to discuss new strategies to stay safe, in spite of a pandemic and update communities on day to day emergency responses.

The dedicated team of the Alzheimer's Association, Central/North Florida discuss programs, resources and how everyone can get involved in their own community.

The multidisciplinary team of a nationally recognized Kidney Care clinic, our guests discuss their roles in maintaining the highest quality of care for a patient experiencing dialysis.

This episode discusses the meticulous role of medications and how proper medication management provides the highest quality of life for a resident.

A nationally recognized Assisted Living and Memory care community, Mr. Farinella discusses the many options available in assisted living communities and   how his personal experience led him to his career.

One of the most recognized organizations in the world, Ms. Anchors discusses all valuable resources available in your community and how you can get involved

For years, Ms. Jones was a caretaker for her mother and advocate for her local community. A near death experience taught her many lessons and she graciously shares her story with our listeners.

Free and Abundant resources are available to you at your local library. Hidden gems are discussed as well as vital tools.

Ms. Brown discusses the role of this essential discipline in aiding a patient back to independence.

Mr. Tyer discusses his day to day duties as well as discuss questions that many may have in his role as a Chaplain in a care and comfort setting.

Dr. Deborah Griffin is an Audiologist Specializing in hearing solutions.  She discusses multiple options and dispels myths associated with hearing loss.

Good vision as we age is a vital component of stability and independence. Dr. Grace Dorado and Dr. John Lennon discuss many facets and components of vision as we age and resources available.

Dr. Gonzales shares his personal story of surviving Covid -19 and how his near death experience profoundly changed his life and his method of practicing medicine.

The Boss is back!  With 7 months into his new role, Jacob Smith, NHA, discusses the latest projects, updates and events happening at Solaris Health care Lake City.

Christina Ramos. Community care advocate discusses her company’s philosophy and details resources available to the community.

Physical Therapy is one of the most recognized disciplines of healing and recovery. Victoria Connor, PT, discusses the overall benefits of this vital component of care.

Now more than ever, the connection to your local Chamber of Commerce is the connection that keeps all businesses alive, well and thriving. Joey O’hern, Director of Business Development and marketing at the Chamber of Commerce in Lake City, Florida discusses the benefits.

A successful discharge plan involves proper medical equipment.  Todd Denmark, Marketing Director at Baya Medical and Pharmacy, discusses the many options seniors have at their disposal to assist in a safe discharge home.

A phenomenal program designed to care for pets in the time of an owner's crisis.

Haven Hospice is one of the vital community support teams in the area.  Learn how this organization helps bridge the sensitive and tender subject of care and comfort measures and end of life care.

Home health is a vital part of the success of discharge planning.  We will discuss the valuable resource and one of the key tools in extended support at home.

An exceptional program available to all elders, Elder Options is the state designated area agency on aging.  The program highlights all valuable resources in the North Central Florida area.

Dr. Wheeler discusses the importance of dental care, the significant impact it has on the health and well being of patients, especially in seniors.

Our seasoned Speech pathology team discusses their role in skilled therapy including communication, cognition and swallowing issues.

As an Infection Prevention Nurse, our guest discusses her significant role in a skilled nursing facility all while navigating care during a pandemic.

Introducing the new administrator of Solaris HealthCare Lake City.  Jake Smith discusses his role and vision of our center in the everchanging world of health care.

With seniors being the most vulnerable victims of various crimes, Chief Gilmore discusses safety techniques and interventions to help keep the community safe.

With season to season weather challenges that the state of Florida faces, Mr. Morgan educates the listener about getting prepared and staying safe during any potential weather threat.

Johnnie Jones III, coordinator of Caregiving Training and Support for Elder Options reviews many programs that are available to seniors in the community as well as highlight the evidence based and very popular course, The Savvy Caregiver.

Dr. Scott Samera, Podiatrist gives helpful guidance on proper foot and ankle care and all the preventative measures involved.

Seniors are the fastest growing population on social media. What's the draw? Mantha Young,   President of all Things Visual, discusses the benefits of this surprising trend.

Monik Owens, Registered Dietician,  discusses the facts and fiction about seniors, their weight and nutritional needs.

Deborah Freeman is the Executive director of The lifestyle Enrichment center, one of many facets of Columbia County Senior Services.  She highlights the programs and support available to communities.

Dr. Lucas Beerepoot, Board Certified Neurologist, discusses memory loss with the aging and tips on how seniors stay sharp!

Dr. April Roberts, a clinical psychologist, discusses the tender subject of mental health and dispels myths behind depression and other mental health disorders associated with seniors.

As baby boomers are growing older, their roles as caregivers expand. Donna Boyette takes us through her experience of taking care of her loved ones, the unexpected hurdles and the silver lining behind the tough decisions.

As one of only 100 certified attorneys in Elder law in the state of Florida, Teresa Byrd Morgan discusses the wisdom and journey of planning ahead no matter what age.

Rick Naegler is CEO of Lake City Medical Center. Mr. Naegler discusses the day to day operations of the hospital, and his mission to expand services for greater access to seniors in our community.

Tricia Delrio, NHA discusses the skilled rehab and nursing industry and guides patients and families through common questions all while sharing valuable insight and information.

Podcast host, Janice Farhat and Production Contributor, Adriana Boston introduce the reason and creation behind Aging Your Best Life.