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Frank Samson is a Certified Senior Advisor and expert in senior care. His podcast, “Boomers Today,” discusses many of the issues facing boomers and an aging population today.

Frank Samson


    • Mar 18, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 28m AVG DURATION
    • 705 EPISODES

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    Living a Useful and Fulfilling Life as We Age

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2023 32:17


    Mary L. Flett, PhD is a keen observer of what it means to be an aging adult and offers her unique perspective on embracing the shift that aging brings. She is a passionate and engaging speaker on all things related to aging, and is known for her unique ability to bring humor and compassion to complex and emotionally challenging topics. She published a three-book series, “Aging with Finesse” in 2021, containing selections of blogs she has been writing since 2018. She offers retirement coaching services, along with workshops, courses, and seminars on aging. She lives in Sonoma Valley, CA. After over 30 years of working with elders as a licensed clinical psychologist, Dr. Mary now offers consultation on how to age-in place, how to manage life transitions, and how to adapt to the changes life presents as we age.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Osteoporosis - What You Need to Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2023 28:20


    Dr. John Neustadt is the founder and president of Nutritional Biochemistry, Inc and has spent two decades as a clinician, researcher, writer and entrepreneur creating solutions that improve people's health. His products have been shipped to people in 15 countries, he's published more than 100 research reviews, lectures frequently at medical conferences, received a dozen US FDA Orphan Drug Designation for the potential treatment of rare diseases and was recognized as one of the Top Ten Cited Authors in the world for his work. His latest book is, “Fracture-Proof Your Bones: A Comprehensive Approach to Osteoporosis”. Receive a book discount at nbihealth.com and type in the code NB130.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Improving Memory and Cognitive Abilities

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2023 32:01


    Dr. Rob Winningham received his Ph.D. in neuroscience from Baylor University. He joined the faculty at Western Oregon University in 2000 where he served as a Professorof Psychology and Gerontology. He helped create the Gerontology Department, served as the Deanof the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and is currently the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Western Oregon University. His scholarship has focused on memory and aging for the past 30 years. He has trained thousands of professionals to offer high quality cognitive rehabilitation and therapy programs. In Addition to publishing many peer-reviewed articles in the area of human memory and aging, Dr. Winningham has been invited to give well over 1500 invited presentationsabout memory and aging at various conferences and workshops. His book, “Train Your Brain: How to Maximize Memory Ability in Older Adulthood” and his latest book is entitled Cranium Crunches, both of which can be foundon Amazon.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Hearing Care Redefined

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2023 33:20


    Nick Mengerink is Managing Director of HearUSA and responsible for strategy and execution within HearUSA's 360 hearing centers, including external partnerships and benefits administration. As Managing Director, Nick is focused on achieving HearUSA's ambition to change one million more lives by 2028 through Simply Excellent Hearing Care. Nick began his career in healthcare nearly two decades ago with Johnson & Johnson Vision Care. He spent 16 years with global vision care leader EssilorLuxottica in a variety of roles of increasing responsibility across sales, consulting, sales management, and key accounts, ultimately serving as Sr. Vice President, Managed Care. In this role, Nick led EssilorLuxottica's managed care strategy and relationship with medical and vision plans.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Expert Advice on Dementia and other Memory Challenges

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2023 38:38


    Dr. Rob Winningham received his Ph.D. in neuroscience from Baylor University. He joined the faculty at Western Oregon University in 2000 where he served as a Professor of Psychology and Gerontology. His focus has been on memory and aging for the past 30 years. He has trained thousands of professionals to offer high quality cognitive rehabilitation and therapy programs. In addition to publishing many peer-reviewed articles in the area of human memory and aging, Dr. Winningham has been invited to given well over 1500 invited presentations about memory and aging at various conferences and workshops. His book, Train Your Brain: How to Maximize Memory Ability in Older Adulthood and his latest book, Cranium Crunches, both can be found on Amazon.Dr. Mike Studer has been a Physical Therapist since 1991, a board certified innneurologic Physical Therapist in 1995, and a private practice owner since 2005. Dr. Studer has been an invited speaker covering 50 states, 10 countries, and 4 continents speaking on topics ranging from cognition and psychology in rehabilitation, aging, stroke, motor learning, motivation in rehabilitation, balance, dizziness, neuropathy and Parkinson Disease. Dr. Studer is a co-founder and co-owner of SparkRehabilitation and Wellness in Bend, Oregon. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Alzheimer's Support Network and Brain Changes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 22:12


    Marianne Troy is a Family Consultant for the Alzheimer's Support Network. She is a great listener and has a wealth of knowledge and skills in all things elder care. She honed these skills over a lifetime of involvement in elder concerns. She is a previous owner of a home health care company and worked at Loyola Medical Center outside Chicago in Radiology Administration. It was there she saw the difficulty our elders experience in hospitals and she created an Ombudsman program to increase communication and assistance for elderly patients. In her earlier years she was also a Sister of Charity for 14 years. Sponsor: https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/locations/manhattan-ny/

    Using Elder Care Mediation to Resolve Family Conflicts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2023 27:59


    Kimberly Best, RN, MA, is a Civil and Family Mediator. Her practice focuses on Family Mediation, Health and Elder Care Mediation, Civil and Business Mediation, and Conflict Coaching. She is a working member of the Association of Conflict Resolution Elder Mediation Professional Development Group as well as a working member of Mediators Beyond Borders, International, and a member of the American Bar Association Dispute Resolution development committee. She is passionate about helping others resolve conflicts by using mediation, facilitation and collaborative problem solving to find optimal solutions for all parties. Kim is the author of “How to Live Forever, A Guide to Writing the Final Chapter of Your Life Story."

    Thoughts on Ageism and Senior Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2022 28:16


    Lauren Snedeker is a licensed clinical social worker, an Assistant Professor of Teaching, and the Coordinator for the MSW Certificate in Aging and Health Program at Rutgers School of Social Work. Her areas of practice and scholarly interests focus on the aging experience, mental health during older adulthood, and caregiving experiences. Educating students about the rich, clinical opportunities that exist in gerontological social work, mentorship and building community for MSW students are Lauren's passions. Along with esteemed colleagues, Lauren is leading efforts at Rutgers New Brunswick that focus on anti-ageism and age inclusivity.

    The New Trend Away from Traditional Retirement

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2022 29:36


    Josh Sapan is the former President & Chief Executive Officer of AMC Networks Inc. where, since 1987, he oversaw the creation and growth of entertainment brands including AMC, BBC AMERICA, IFC and SundanceTV and signature series including “Mad Men,” “Breaking Bad,” “The Walking Dead" and “Killing Eve.” Sapan also oversaw the creation of the film production and distribution company IFC Films as well as AMC Studios and AMC Networks International. Now, after 35 years with AMC Networks, 25 as CEO and currently Executive Vice Chairman, Sapan is embarking on a third Act of his own, one sure to entail moves in more creative avenues. Josh has also authored his new book called, “The Third Act, Reinventing Your Next Chapter."

    Senior Living Options Now and in the Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2022 30:31


    Ryan Frederick focuses on the intersection of place and healthy longevity. He is the author of Right Place, Right Time: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Home for the Second Half of Life. He advises real estate, health organizations and institutional investment firms on how to create better places to help people thrive and provides regular content for consumers to make wise choices about place to live a long, healthy and financially secure life. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Meaningful Long Distance Grandparenting

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2022 28:50


    Kerry Byrne, PhD, is a researcher, collaborator and entrepreneur in aging, care and connection. She is the Founder of The Long Distance Grandparent, a mission driven business helping grandparents strengthen relationships with their grandchildren – no matter the distance between. Kerry is focused on improving intergenerational relationships within families, because these relationships impact everything from mental health to ending ageism. She shares practical, research backed strategies through her blog, email newsletter, speaking engagements and membership program.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Getting Older versus Growing Older

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2022 31:52


    Gregg Levoy is the author of 'Vital Signs: The Nature and Nurture of Passion' and the bestseller 'Callings: Finding and Following An Authentic Life'. He is a regular Keynoter/Featured Speaker at aging-industry conferences around the country, including the International Conference on Positive Aging and the International Council on Active Aging Conference. Gregg has appeared on ABC-TV, CNN, NPR and PBS. He has also written for the New York Times Magazine, Washington Post, Omni, Psychology Today, Fast Company, Reader's Digest, and many others. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Managing Medications with the Elderly

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2022 29:13


    Dr. Nancy A. Taylor is founder and CEO of Taylormade Senior Advocacy and Consulting LLC. As an advocate she helps older adults and their families navigate the complex maze that is our national healthcare system. She provides a guiding hand with Medicare Education including choosing drug plans, Provider and Care Coordination, Comprehensive Clinical Medication Reviews, and Medication Therapy Management. She retired as a pharmacist after over a decade in community pharmacy and started her company to better serve her aging patients. The transition from pharmacist to advocate was natural and empowering for both Dr. Taylor and those she serves. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Managing Care in a Digital World

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2022 27:52


    Darra Wray is a business professional, senior care consultant, and software developer with more than 30 years of practical business and finance experience and an MBA from the Anderson School at UCLA. She also has over 30 years of personal experience as a family caregiver and patient advocate and has had a life-long interest in healthcare. An unexpected family medical crisis made her realize that her family was completely unprepared to manage the business of life in a digital world. In the wake of this family crisis, Darra set out to find a tool to help bridge this digital divide, and when she couldn't find one, she created one. She then launched My Care Companions, helping individuals and families more effectively navigate and manage the family caregiving process.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    The Benefits of Hospice Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2022 29:08


    Mike Briggs is with Keystone Hospice has been working in healthcare since March of 2004. He loves to provide solutions to patients and families that need help in the community he loves. Mike is extremely passionate about hospice care and enjoys helping people understand why it's such a great benefit. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Why Talking About Death is so Essential

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2022 31:36


    Jaime Sarche's goal is helping people be less afraid of death. A seasoned speaker, Jaime brings deep experience in death care to a broad range of audiences around the country, sharing insights and approaches on how to have those difficult conversations and how to address sensitive issues. Extending well beyond death and dying, her message resonates across industries and individuals, bridging her passion to demystify death while enlightening communicators on overcoming challenging conversations.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Estate Planning – What You Need to Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2022 27:33


    Odelia Goldberg, Esq. was born in Israel and moved to the United States when she was six years old. She was educated in the United States and received her Juris Doctorate and graduated Cum Laude. Odelia regularly lectures to attorneys, CPAs and seniors throughout New York State and South Florida on Elder Law and how to protect your assets and leave money to heirs. She has established herself as a noted authority in the area of Estate Planning, Trusts and Estates, Probate and Contracts. www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Importance of Conversations about End-of-Life Issues

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2022 28:49


    Deborah Carr is a professor of sociology and director of the Center for Innovation in Social Science at Boston University. She is author of more than 100 academic articles and chapters, and several books including the award-winning 'Golden Years? Social Inequality in Later Life.' She studies end-of-life issues including bereavement, advance care planning, and death quality. She has also written widely on families in later life. Dr. Carr is former editor-in-chief of Journal of Gerontology: Social Sciences.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Robotics and Dementia Care are Happening Now

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 33:21


    Professor Wendy Moyle's research focuses on finding evidence for best practice in care of older people and those with dementia. She has a keen interest in technologies, and, within a social robotics laboratory, she develops and evaluates assistive technologies and social robots. She works with a multidisciplinary team of researchers from Australia and internationally, from the UK and Japan. She has received several awards and leads a technology collaborative “The Australian Aged Care Technology Collaborative” that aims to increase efficiency, effectiveness and quality of care of older adults in ageing services through identification and adaptation of existing technologies and development of new technologies.Spoonsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Aging and Technology Working Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 28:01


    Keren Etkin is the best-selling author of The AgeTech Revolution - a book about the intersection of technology and aging. Etkin is the founder of TheGerontechnologist.com, a media platform that covers the global agetech ecosystem and The AgeTech Academy which offers online AgeTech education for entrepreneurs and elder care professionals. Etkin is a sought-after public speaker and advisor to AgeTech startups, investors in the longevity economy, care providers and organizations who work on innovation in aging. She holds an M.A. in Gerontology and a B.Sc. in Life Sciences from Ben-Gurion University.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Dementia Caregiving Styles and Outcomes

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2022 35:55


    Dr. Amanda Leggett is an Assistant Professor in the Institute of Gerontology and Department of Psychology at Wayne State University and an adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan. She received her M.S. and PhD in Human Development and Family Studies from Penn State and is a Fellow of the Gerontological Society of America. Her research program focuses on the dementia caregiver stress process and mental health in late-life. Dr. Leggett serves on the editorial board for the journals Innovation in Aging and Research on Aging and is a seven-year Hospice volunteer. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Life Planning for Everybody

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2022 27:24


    Jackie Cara is the founder and owner of Cara Law. Based on Long Island in New York, Cara Law provides clients with highly personalized estate planning and elder law services. With over 30 years of experience, Cara Law brings clients the options and tools they need to protect themselves, their families and their assets.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Addressing Staffing Shortages Through Leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 26:39


    Kevin Svagdis spent most of his career helping clients and his team members to live their best lives. It's how he has managed high performance teams and it's why he founded Nurizon at Home.His devotion to caring for and serving people was first ignited as a 16 year-old, working in food service at a local hospital. From there he took on the first of many leadership roles, progressing through the hospitality ranks in acute-care hospitals. In 2004, Kevin was appointed president of one of the nation's most successful senior living hospitality services providers, overseeing dining, environmental and plant operations services for more than 500 retirement communities in 38 states.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Why Hospice? Why Now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 27:11


    Miryam Rabner is the Cultural Sensitivity Liaison & Outreach Coordinator for MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care. She was born and raised in Switzerland in a multilingual family. She is a graduate of Yeshiva University (B.A.) and the City University Graduate Center (M.Phil.). A resident of Riverdale, NY, she has worked in this field in Manhattan and the Bronx for the past 16 years.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Why Hospice? Why Now?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 27:11


    Miryam Rabner is the Cultural Sensitivity Liaison & Outreach Coordinator for MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care. She was born and raised in Switzerland in a multilingual family. She is a graduate of Yeshiva University (B.A.) and the City University Graduate Center (M.Phil.). A resident of Riverdale, NY, she has worked in this field in Manhattan and the Bronx for the past 16 years. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    A Better Understanding of Parkinson's Disease

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2022 27:39


    Larry Gifford is President and Co-Founder of PD Avengers. He was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson's disease in August 2017 at the age of 45. Larry is active with the Parkinson's Society British Columbia and sits on the board of directors for the Pacific Parkinson's Research Institute. He believes in the power of storytelling hosting, "When Life Gives You Parkinson's," a podcast that documents his experience living and working with PD, which was a finalist for the Canadian Podcast Awards.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

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    A Better Understanding of Parkinson's Disease

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2022 27:39


    Larry Gifford is President and Co-Founder of PD Avengers. He was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson's disease in August 2017 at the age of 45. Larry is active with the Parkinson's Society British Columbia and sits on the board of directors for the Pacific Parkinson's Research Institute. He believes in the power of storytelling hosting, "When Life Gives You Parkinson's," a podcast that documents his experience living and working with PD, which was a finalist for the Canadian Podcast Awards. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    president co founders disease parkinson pd research institute assisted living senior living larry gifford when life gives you parkinson pacific parkinson
    Assisted Living: Past Present and Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 28:28


    Ellen Belk is a Silver Living strategist, with over 20 years of operational experience in Senior housing as a holistic Dementia expert, author, trainer and influencer. She brings a unique blend of proficiency in operations, sales, team building, resident experience and innovation to her clients. A dynamic speaker and recognized expert in aging and Dementia, Ellen moves seamlessly from the C-Suite to the frontlines of care, captivating audiences with her authentic stories from personal experience in the trenches of elder care. Her TEAM™ approach to achieving Championship level outcomes resonates with both professional and family caregivers alike. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Assisted Living: Past Present and Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 28:28


    Ellen Belk is a Silver Living strategist, with over 20 years of operational experience in Senior housing as a holistic Dementia expert, author, trainer and influencer. She brings a unique blend of proficiency in operations, sales, team building, resident experience and innovation to her clients. A dynamic speaker and recognized expert in aging and Dementia, Ellen moves seamlessly from the C-Suite to the frontlines of care, captivating audiences with her authentic stories from personal experience in the trenches of elder care. Her TEAM™ approach to achieving Championship level outcomes resonates with both professional and family caregivers alike. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    How You Can Improve Inflamm-aging

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 27:30


    Dr. Gary Kaplan, DO, is the founder and medical director of the Kaplan Center for Integrative Medicine, and author of Total Recovery: A Revolutionary New Approach to Breaking the Cycle of Pain and Depression as well as his soon to be released book, Why You Are Still Sick. Dr. Kaplan is one of only 19 physicians in the country to be board-certified in both Family Medicine and Pain Medicine. He created the Kaplan Medical Center to offer patients suffering with chronic pain and illness a more effective model of medical care. The Center's physicians, nurses, psychotherapist, dietitian, and physical therapists collaborate closely on patients' progress to ensure the best outcome for each patient. This coordinated, multidisciplinary approach has proved to be highly effective for patients suffering with complex and long standing medical problems.

    How You Can Improve Inflamm-aging

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 27:30


    Dr. Gary Kaplan, DO, is the founder and medical director of the Kaplan Center for Integrative Medicine, and author of Total Recovery: A Revolutionary New Approach to Breaking the Cycle of Pain and Depression as well as his soon to be released book, Why You Are Still Sick. Dr. Kaplan is one of only 19 physicians in the country to be board-certified in both Family Medicine and Pain Medicine. He created the Kaplan Medical Center to offer patients suffering with chronic pain and illness a more effective model of medical care. The Center's physicians, nurses, psychotherapist, dietitian, and physical therapists collaborate closely on patients' progress to ensure the best outcome for each patient. This coordinated, multidisciplinary approach has proved to be highly effective for patients suffering with complex and long standing medical problems.

    The Effects of Future Proofing and UnRetirement

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 29:36


    Bradley Schurman, is an expert on demographic change and how it disrupts social, cultural, political, and economic norms across the United States and around the world. His deep understanding of population shifts, coupled with his grasp of emerging trends, makes him an authoritative voice into the future of everything in our aging world. He's the author of THE SUPER AGE: DECODING OUR DEMOGRAPHIC DESTINY and the founder and CEO of the global research and advisory firm, The Super Age www.thesuperage.com. He's written for Newsweek, been quoted by The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and USAToday. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    The Effects of Future Proofing and UnRetirement

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 29:36


    Bradley Schurman, is an expert on demographic change and how it disrupts social, cultural, political, and economic norms across the United States and around the world. His deep understanding of population shifts, coupled with his grasp of emerging trends, makes him an authoritative voice into the future of everything in our aging world. He's the author of THE SUPER AGE: DECODING OUR DEMOGRAPHIC DESTINY and the founder and CEO of the global research and advisory firm, The Super Age www.thesuperage.com. He's written for Newsweek, been quoted by The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and USAToday. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Finding Answers for Aging Parents

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2022 31:47


    Over the past five years, Mike and Kim Barnes found themselves navigating problems they never saw coming from their parents including Alzheimer's, pacemakers, COVID, pneumonia, and the tough decision to move parents into senior living communities. They've learned to balance the many facets of parenting aging parents, including medical, financial, and everyday-life decisions, emotional rollercoasters, protecting their parents from scams, and more, all while parenting their college-age kids, and building their careers. That's why they created Parenting Aging Parents to provide information, resources, and support. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Finding Answers for Aging Parents

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2022 31:47


    Over the past five years, Mike and Kim Barnes found themselves navigating problems they never saw coming from their parents including Alzheimer's, pacemakers, COVID, pneumonia, and the tough decision to move parents into senior living communities.They've learned to balance the many facets of parenting aging parents, including medical, financial, and everyday-life decisions, emotional rollercoasters, protecting their parents from scams, and more, all while parenting their college-age kids, and building their careers.That's why they created Parenting Aging Parents to provide information, resources, and support.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Taking Care of the Bills When Aging On Your Own

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 27:11


    Dean and Kristin Sposato of Orchid Island Management Group have been assisting seniors and their families with bill paying, property management and coordination of daily services through an outsourced model and a professional network. Families of seniors want to enable their loved ones to remain in their properties for as long as possible, yet they are not here to oversee their day-to-day challenges. OIMG's Senior Affairs Program provides peace of mind for these families and their loved ones. In addition, when these seniors are faced with transitioning from their homes and can no longer live on their own, Dean and Kristin assist in facilitating this process on behalf of the family. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Taking Care of the Bills When Aging On Your Own

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 27:11


    Dean and Kristin Sposato of Orchid Island Management Group have been assisting seniors and their families with bill paying, property management and coordination of daily services through an outsourced model and a professional network. Families of seniors want to enable their loved ones to remain in their properties for as long as possible, yet they are not here to oversee their day-to-day challenges. OIMG's Senior Affairs Program provides peace of mind for these families and their loved ones. In addition, when these seniors are faced with transitioning from their homes and can no longer live on their own, Dean and Kristin assist in facilitating this process on behalf of the family. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Taking Care of the Bills When Aging On Your Own

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 27:11


    Dean and Kristin Sposato of Orchid Island Management Group have been assisting seniors and their families with bill paying, property management and coordination of daily services through an outsourced model and a professional network. Families of seniors want to enable their loved ones to remain in their properties for as long as possible, yet they are not here to oversee their day-to-day challenges. OIMG's Senior Affairs Program provides peace of mind for these families and their loved ones. In addition, when these seniors are faced with transitioning from their homes and can no longer live on their own, Dean and Kristin assist in facilitating this process on behalf of the family. Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Life-enriching Experiences for Older Adults

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 27:02


    For over 30 years, Amy Temperley has committed her work to improving the lives of older adults in some form or fashion. and has served caregivers, individuals with dementia and disabilities, and nonprofit leaders. Amy and her husband, Damien, founded Aging is Cool in 2016 with the dream to create smart, engaging, fun activities for older adults, being passionate about issues related to living a full life, active aging and ageism. In 2020, Aging is Cool partnered with Heart and Soul Care to create and launch, A Mighty Good Time, a website and one-stop-shop for engaging activities for older adults nationwide. www.amightygoodtime.com Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Life-enriching Experiences for Older Adults

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2022 27:02


    For over 30 years, Amy Temperley has committed her work to improving the lives of older adults in some form or fashion. and has served caregivers, individuals with dementia and disabilities, and nonprofit leaders. Amy and her husband, Damien, founded Aging is Cool in 2016 with the dream to create smart, engaging, fun activities for older adults, being passionate about issues related to living a full life, active aging and ageism. In 2020, Aging is Cool partnered with Heart and Soul Care to create and launch, A Mighty Good Time, a website and one-stop-shop for engaging activities for older adults nationwide.www.amightygoodtime.comSponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Fitness for the Brain

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 30:12


    Michael Gelfgot is the Chief Operating Officer for Activate Brain & Body. His drive to be a different kind of a health club started 20 years ago. Between Gelfgot and his partners, they operated 23 health clubs. Now Mike and his partners are opening first of its kind, Activate Brain & Body, a cutting-edge brain & fitness think-tank growing into a chain of brain health studios. Combining brain training and physical training, Activate Brain & Body is looking to re-engineer fitness as upstream preventative healthcare.www.activatebrainandbody.comSponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Fitness for the Brain

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 30:12


    Michael Gelfgot is the Chief Operating Officer for Activate Brain & Body. His drive to be a different kind of a health club started 20 years ago. Between Gelfgot and his partners, they operated 23 health clubs. Now Mike and his partners are opening first of its kind, Activate Brain & Body, a cutting-edge brain & fitness think-tank growing into a chain of brain health studios. Combining brain training and physical training, Activate Brain & Body is looking to re-engineer fitness as upstream preventative healthcare. www.activatebrainandbody.com Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    Five Steps to Navigating Your Caregiving Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 26:05


    For the past thirty-five years Sue Ryan has been helping individuals – from entrepreneurs to Fortune 100 C-Suite leaders – serving more than 700 organizations of all sizes and in a multitude of industries – successfully navigate transitions in their businesses through her roles in enterprise application software sales. In parallel with Sue's professional career, she's been navigating roles of non-professional caregiving support for family and loved ones. She now navigates her caregiving journey positively, practicing massive acceptance and radical presence. She feels supported and balanced throughout all the transitions in her caregiving journey. Sponsor: https://www.seniorcare-nyfl.com/

    Lasting Connections Between Generations

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2022 30:58


    Aviva Black is the founder of Family Love Letters. As her family was going through their father's papers a few days after he passed away, her and her siblings found a sealed letter he'd left for them in the top drawer of his desk. His letter became the inspiration for Family Love Letters. Aviva continues to enjoy her role as a mother, coordinator of her temple's Intergenerational Connect program and as the daughter of a rabbi. https://familyloveletters.com/ Sponsor: https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/

    Lasting Connections Between Generations

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2022 30:58


    Aviva Black is the founder of Family Love Letters. As her family was going through their father's papers a few days after he passed away, her and her siblings found a sealed letter he'd left for them in the top drawer of his desk. His letter became the inspiration for Family Love Letters.Aviva continues to enjoy her role as a mother, coordinator of her temple's Intergenerational Connect program and as the daughter of a rabbi.https://familyloveletters.com/Sponsor: https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/

    Personal Chef Senior Meals at Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2022 29:03


    Mike Maccioli grew up in a home where the kitchen was the center of life for his family. With a kitchen always filled with both familiar and exotic aromas, Mike learned to appreciate many types of cuisines through his travels to Paris, Italy, Germany, South America and Eastern Europe. He loves the fact that Chefs for Seniors allows him and his chefs to bring their knowledge of food and nutrition into the kitchen of seniors and create meals that they love along with laughter and conversation. https://chefsforseniors.com/ Sponsor: https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/

    Personal Chef Senior Meals at Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2022 29:03


    Mike Maccioli grew up in a home where the kitchen was the center of life for his family. With a kitchen always filled with both familiar and exotic aromas, Mike learned to appreciate many types of cuisines through his travels to Paris, Italy, Germany, South America and Eastern Europe. He loves the fact that Chefs for Seniors allows him and his chefs to bring their knowledge of food and nutrition into the kitchen of seniors and create meals that they love along with laughter and conversation. https://chefsforseniors.com/Sponsor: https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/

    Myths About Sex and Grieving

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 28:29


    Joan Price calls herself an advocate for ageless sexuality. She has been called other things by the media: “senior sexpert,” “the woman leading a sex revolution for seniors,” and—her favorite— “wrinkly sex kitten.” Joan is the author of four books about senior sex, including the award-winning Naked at Our Age: Talking Out Loud about Senior Sex and Sex after Grief: Navigating Your Sexuality after Losing Your Beloved. An internationally popular public speaker and sex educator, Joan has been writing and speaking about senior sex since 2005. Website: https://www.joanprice.com Sponsor: https://www.seniorcareauthority.com

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    Myths About Sex and Grieving

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 28:29


    Joan Price calls herself an advocate for ageless sexuality. She has been called other things by the media: “senior sexpert,” “the woman leading a sex revolution for seniors,” and—her favorite— “wrinkly sex kitten.” Joan is the author of four books about senior sex, including the award-winning Naked at Our Age: Talking Out Loud about Senior Sex and Sex after Grief: Navigating Your Sexuality after Losing Your Beloved. An internationally popular public speaker and sex educator, Joan has been writing and speaking about senior sex since 2005. Website: https://www.joanprice.comSponsor: https://www.seniorcareauthority.com

    sex myths naked grieving joan price senior sex our age talking out loud
    The Dementia Caregiver–-What You Need to Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2022 31:12


    Tami Anastasia is a dementia consultant, educator and speaker. She is the author of Essential Strategies for the Dementia Caregiver: Learning to PACE Yourself. Tami holds a Master's Degree in Counseling, a Certificate in Gerontology, and a Certificate in End of Life. She is an Evergreen Certified Dementia Care Specialist and Certified Senior Advisor. Tami is a sought-after speaker, frequently presenting before audiences at professional meetings, senior retirement centers, memory care and assisted living communities, health and wellness conferences, local colleges and universities, and public health organizations. www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

    The Dementia Caregiver–-What You Need to Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2022 31:12


    Tami Anastasia is a dementia consultant, educator and speaker. She is the author of Essential Strategies for the Dementia Caregiver: Learning to PACE Yourself. Tami holds a Master's Degree in Counseling, a Certificate in Gerontology, and a Certificate in End of Life. She is an Evergreen Certified Dementia Care Specialist and Certified Senior Advisor. Tami is a sought-after speaker, frequently presenting before audiences at professional meetings, senior retirement centers, memory care and assisted living communities, health and wellness conferences, local colleges and universities, and public health organizations. www.SeniorCareAuthority.com

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