A podcast about health, help, and hard decisions for older adults.
Robin Rountree and Edith Gendron
Send us a text In this episode of Informed Aging, we take a closer look at LifeBio, a tool that helps individuals document their life stories through guided interviews and reminiscence. Learn how storytelling can improve well-being, enhance communication, and support personalized care—especially for those living with dementia. www.lifebio.org Phone 937-303-4576Support the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
Send us a text"Caregiving" on PBS, premiere date June 24th.Wellbeings Share Your StoryA Caregiver's Heart, a short filmA Journey of Resilience, a short filmSupport the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
Send us a textWine, Women & DementiaWatch on PBSView the trailer: https://www.winewomenanddementia.com/trailerFollow on Instagram: @winewomenanddementiaFollow on FB: @WWDdocumentarySYNOPSIS The world is grappling with a crisis as the baby boomer generation ages into dementia.The United States is no exception, with an estimated nine million Americans projected to be living with dementia by 2030.In light of this, Wine, Women, & Dementia provides a poignant and intimate look into the human side of dementia. This film follows the journey of former dementia family caregiver and filmmaker, Kitty Norton, as she embarks on a cross-country RV adventure with her best friend, Beth Rigazio, to meet the dementia family caregivers who provided virtual friendship and encouragement through their shared caregiver experiences. Through these face-to-face encounters, Norton seeks to deepen her understanding of the caregiving experience, and highlight the vital support that caregivers provide to one another, despite the physical distance between them.Support the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
Send us a textDr. Rani Banik, Integrative Neuro-OphthalmologistThe Eye Health Summit, a free, global event taking place on May 1–7, coincides with National Healthy Vision Month. https://theeyehealthsummit.com/Dr. Rudrani Banik, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in an integrative approach to vision health and author of, “Beyond Carrots: Best Foods For Eye Health A to Z,” and “Dr Rani's Visionary Kitchen.” She is also a fellowship-trained neuro-ophthalmologist. Banik is the founder of EnVision Health NYC, a concierge practice specializing in eye health, neurological conditions, and migraine headaches. She is associate professor of ophthalmology at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and co-director of the neuro-ophthalmology service. Banik is a member of the American Board of Ophthalmology's Exam Development Committee and contributes to setting the standards for board certification. https://www.facebook.com/EnVisionHealthNYChttps://www.instagram.com/dr.ranibanikSupport the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
Send us a text In this episode, we tackle common myths about hospice care and uncover the truth about what hospice really means. Join us as we break down misconceptions, discuss the benefits of hospice support, and highlight how it can provide compassionate, dignified care at the right time. AdventHealth Hospice5 Wishes advance planning documentsSupport the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
Send us a text Over-the-counter hearing aids are everywhere, but are they the right solution for you or your loved ones? In this episode of Informed Aging, Robin Rountree sits down with hearing expert Jaysee Soto from Altamonte Family Hearing to break down the pros, cons, and latest advancements in hearing technology. From Apple's AirPods Pro 2 to budget-friendly options, we discuss what works, what doesn't, and how hearing loss impacts brain health. Listen for an informative (and fun!) discussion that might just change how you think about hearing aids. Hearing Loss and Dementia Virtual WorkshopClick here to join the workshop on March 27th at 10:30 AM ESTJaysee Soto of Altamonte Family HearingBald Hearing Guy on TikTokBald Hearing Guy on YouTubeBald Hearing Guy on InstagramAltamonte Family Hearing on FacebookApple AirPods Pro 2 commercialSupport the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
Send us a textEpisode Summary:In this episode of Informed Aging, host Robin Rountree welcomes Aubrie Depkin, Executive Director of Senior Helpers, to discuss the importance of aging in place and the role of home care services. They explore the differences between home care and home health, the benefits of hiring professional caregivers, and how small adjustments can improve safety and independence for older adults.www.seniorhelpers.com/OrlandoRelated Episodes:Episode 57: Understanding Home Health with Amy AnglinEpisode 60: VA Benefits for Veterans' Home CareEpisode 77: The GUIDE Program for Dementia SupportSupport the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
Send us a textOur guest is Amy Wilson a board-certified geriatric pharmacist, certified fitness professional, and certified nutrition coach. You can find her on Instagram @TheNutritionCoachPharmacistSupport the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
Beau Herman 321-948-7979Assisted Living LocatorsIn this episode of Informed Aging, host Robin Rountree discusses the different types of senior housing with guest Bo Herman, owner of Assisted Living Locators. The episode explores various senior living options, including 55+ communities, independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Bo provides insights into the costs associated with each option, how services are covered, and the importance of planning for long-term care.Support the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
Tee Rogers 407-608-9242Dignity MemorialSupport the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
Meghan J. Mahr, End of Life DoulaThe Dartmouth Dementia Directive Dementia Values and Priorities Tool Five Wishes Advance Planning ToolHard Choices for Loving PeopleBeing MortalSupport the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
This podcast episode provides valuable information about the importance of healthy brain assessments and the potential benefits of establishing a baseline cognitive assessment. My Memory ClinicMaureen Rabazinski, APRNSupport the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
My Memory ClinicMore on the GUIDE modelsearch for health care facilities using the GUIDE modelSupport the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
Dr. Edgardo Rivera from Charter Research discusses the latest Alzheimer's drug on the market and the company's role in its development. The podcast delves into the complexities of Alzheimer's disease, including the roles of amyloid and tau proteins in brain degeneration. Support the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
The donut hole is going away, and you MAY save money, BUT you may also pay more. It's confusing, so we spoke with Sheri Sisler Moore of Sunshine Insurance Brokerage. You can reach her at sheri@sunshineinsbrokerage.com or 407-920-1323.Support the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
Medicare is a government-funded health insurance program for people over 65. It consists of four parts: Part A (hospitalization), Part B (outpatient), Part C (Medicare Advantage plans), and Part D (prescription drugs). Sheri Sisler Moore, LUTCF, FLMI. of Sunshine Insurance Brokerage explains the confusing world of Medicare. She also alerts us to Medicare scams and the importance of not choosing a plan yourself.You can reach Sheri here: 407-920-1323 or sheri@sunshineinsbrokerage.com. Support the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
Daniel Zagata of Evershore Financial GroupKey Points:Importance of long-term care planning: Even if you don't expect to need it, planning for long-term care is essential.Medicare limitations: Medicare does not cover custodial care, which includes assistance with daily living activities.Financial implications: Long-term care can be expensive, and it's important to have a plan to cover the costs.Insurance options: Long-term care insurance can help protect you financially in case you need care.Viatical settlements: In some cases, you may be able to sell your life insurance policy for a lump sum to cover long-term care expenses.Support the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
This podcast episode explores the intersection of linguistics and dementia. Dr. Carolin Schneider, a linguist specializing in dementia, discusses how language use can reveal insights into the progression of dementia and the impact of language on individuals with dementia. Dr. Schneider discusses her ongoing research project, The Dinner Time Project, to study language use during dinner conversations with people living with dementia.To contact Dr. Carolin Schneider, call or text 689-808-4315. Her email is carolin.schneider@uni-due.de Support the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
Beth Logullo of Great Transitions and Keller Williams gives great tips on downsizing.Support the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
What happens when a licensed mental health counselor finds herself on the other side of care, grappling with her mother's Alzheimer's diagnosis? Join us as we welcome Ms. Bobbi Barber, who shares her compelling journey from the first signs of her mother's cognitive decline to the invaluable support she found in the Alzheimer's and Dementia Resource Center. Together with Bobbi, we uncover the transformative power of behavior analysis principles in dementia care. Learn how small environmental adjustments, like color-coded cups and medication compliance tools, can lead to significant improvements in caregiving. We also discuss the profound impact of creating predictable and comforting environments to uphold dignity and independence for those with memory challenges. This episode offers a heartfelt blend of personal anecdotes and professional insights, providing listeners with practical tools and strategies to enhance the quality of life for both the person living with dementia and their care partners.Support the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center
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Another great conversation with Patricia Cantillo-Kodzis, APRN, Sub-Investigator / Nurse Practitioner for ClinCloud Research!Mayo Clinic Guide to SupplementsThe FTC vs. Manufacturer of PrevagenUSP VerifiedSupport the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center www.ADRCcares.org/donate
Dr. Kim Sugaya grew up in Yokohama, Japan. He studied pharmacology at the Science University of Tokyo, earning a B.S., an M.S. and a Ph.D. His postdoc work was at the University of Illinois. His work history includes the Mayo Clinic at Jacksonville and the Department of Psychiatry in the School of Medicine at the University of Illinois at Chicago. He accepted a position at the University of Central Florida as a full professor in 2004. He continues to have interests in treating neurodegenerative diseases by stem cell technologies, and his work at UCF has been introduced by Wall Street Journal and other media. He is a Director of the Stem Cell Laboratory and Director of the Neuroscience Consortium for Central Florida.Support the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center www.ADRCcares.org/donate
Summer's Medical Journal is an organizational system created by Jaime Scholz that aids individuals in the upkeep, organization and access of their personal medical records.www.summersmedicaljournal.comsummersmedicaljournal@gmail.comWant to support the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center? www.ADRCcares.org/donateSupport the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center www.ADRCcares.org/donate
Jonathon Ainsleyhttps://longevityplanning.me/InvestInU.meFor more information on the effects of sugar: https://robertlustig.com/The Longevity ImperativeBeing Mortal by Atul GawandeSupport the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center www.ADRCcares.org/donate
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Mark Hendelson407-451-5089mark@yoursocialsecuritypro.comwww.ssa.gov
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Kim Lee, Flourish In PlaceVA Aid and Attendance 877-222-8387
Joshua FreitasThe Dementia ConceptJoining Grandma's JourneyDr. Bill Thomas Changing AgingTom Kitwood Dementia Reconsidered: the person comes first
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Amy Anglin 407-421-0373 https://www.pinnaclehomecare.net/Kepro Consumer Reports article on Medicare Advantage Plans
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The original article in the Orlando Sentinel about Pako and Zahydie:https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2023/06/05/early-onset-dominantly-inherited-alzheimers-couple/?share=nenatl0eh2rtnnhta22e Their journey on Instagram @inolvidable.menteTikTok @unforgettablemindFacebook.com/ConversationsWithDrZ
The original article in the Orlando Sentinel about Pako and Zahydie:https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2023/06/05/early-onset-dominantly-inherited-alzheimers-couple/?share=nenatl0eh2rtnnhta22e Their journey on Instagram @inolvidable.menteTikTok @unforgettablemindFacebook.com/ConversationsWithDrZ
The original article in the Orlando Sentinel about Pako and Zahydie:https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2023/06/05/early-onset-dominantly-inherited-alzheimers-couple/?share=nenatl0eh2rtnnhta22e Their journey on Instagram @inolvidable.menteTikTok @unforgettablemindFacebook.com/ConversationsWithDrZ
We talk about selling your home quickly when a homeowner needs to immediately move into assisted living, memory care, or a nursing home. Alan also covers what it may cost for renovations to age in place, home maintenance, and how to pay for it—great information for any homeowner. Alan Trauger Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) CRE407-834-7714Alan@consensusrealtysolutions.comhttps://totalcommercial.com/agents/9165
In this episode, we talk about treating people who are living with a dementia diagnosis with dignity. They are not just their disease, they are people who deserve respect and kindness.Beth Davalos of Sunshine Senior Counseling joins us for this important discussion.
Beth Davalos, MSW, LCSW, of Sunshine Senior Counseling talks to us about helping others who are grieving and helping ourselves through the process. She also talks about a few other forms of grief with some thoughts on losing pets and helping children with loss.If you are in crisis, please call or text 988.988 is now the three-digit dialing code that routes callers to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (or 988 Lifeline).When people call, text, or chat with the 988 Lifeline, they are connected to trained counselors. These counselors are trained to provide free and confidential emotional support and crisis counseling to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress and connect them to resources. These services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, across the United States.Callers who follow the “press 1” prompt are connected to the Veterans Crisis Line. A Spanish Language line is available by pressing 2 when calling 9-8-8, and more than 240 languages are supported through a Tele-Interpreters service. Callers now also have the option of following a “press 3” prompt to be connected to a counselor specifically trained in supporting LGBTQI+ callers.
We're revisiting some of our past episodes, for a very good reason!If you listened to Episode 23: A Family's Journey with Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease, you heard Michelle pour her heart out to us as she took us through her father's experience and how it impacted her family. Happier days are here for Michelle and she's getting married! Edith is out of town for the wedding, so we bring you some summer reruns. Episode 4: Health insurance for older adults, legal advice for everyoneKathleen Flammia, Flammia Law FirmEpisode 19: Estate Planning, Life Insurance and MoreTony Perrone, president and founder of Estate & Business Planning GroupTony Perrone offers products and services using the following business names: Estate & Business Planning Group – insurance and financial services | Ameritas Investment Company, LLC (AIC), Member FINRA/SIPC – securities and investments | Ameritas Advisory Services (AAS) – investment advisory services. AIC and AAS are not affiliated with Estate & Business Planning Group, Robin Rountree, & Informed Aging.Episode 26: Sex and SeniorsTori Ricci, Peachi TherapyEpisode 8: HospiceSarah Garcia, AdventHealth HospiceEpisode 18: Aging and Quality of LifeApril Boykin, MSW, LCSW, Counseling Resource Services
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Our guest, Tom Campbell https://tomcampbellalftrainer.com/From the Florida Ombudsman websiteIf you have concerns about the quality of life and care of a loved one residing in a long-term care facility, several resources are available to you. Please contact us at ltcopinformer@elderaffairs.org.Below is a listing of state government organizations that may be able to assist you.Long-Term Care Ombudsman ProgramA volunteer-based advocacy organization seeking to improve long-term care facility residents' quality of life and care. Investigates complaints made by or on behalf of residents. All investigations are confidential and provided at no charge.Call us at: 1-888-831-0404 (toll-free) or 1-850-414-2323Fax us at: 1-850-414-2377Write us at: 4040 Esplanade Way Tallahassee, FL 32399-7000Florida Abuse Hotline (Department of Children and Families)Charged with providing comprehensive protective services for vulnerable adults who are abused, neglected or exploited. State law requires that reports of abuse, neglect, threatened harm, or exploitation be made to this hotline.Toll-free : 1-800-96-ABUSE (800-962-2873)Fax : 1-800-914-0004Web site : http://www.dcf.state.fl.us/programs/abuse/howtoreport.shtmlAgency for Health Care AdministrationLicenses and regulates Florida's long-term care facilities and provides a toll-free telephone system through which consumers may file complaints.Toll-free: 1-888-419-3456 (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.)Web site : http://ahca.myflorida.com/Contact/call_center.shtmlFax: 850- 488-6094Elder Helpline (Department of Elder Affairs)Provides information regarding elder services and activities in each Florida county.Toll free : 1-800-963-5337Web site : https://elderaffairs.org/programs-services/elder-helpline-1-800-963-5337/Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (Attorney General)Investigates fraud committed by health care providers; corruption in the administration of the Medicaid program; and abuse, neglect and exploitation of the elderly, ill and disabled residents of long-term care facilities.Toll-free : 1-866-966-7226Web site : http://myfloridalegal.comFax: 850- 410-1630Division of Medical Quality Assurance (Department of Health)Protects the public through health care licensure, enforcement, and information; is responsible for analyzing and investigating complaints against healthcare practitioners and facilities, inspecting facilities and investigating unlicensed activity.Toll-free : 1-888-419-3456Web site : http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/enforcement/enforce_home.html Disability Rights Florida
Tom Campbell https://tomcampbellalftrainer.com/Florida Health Finder www.floridahealthfinder.gov or https://quality.healthfinder.fl.gov/index.html
Our return guest, Nikki Dawson, has some SERIOUS credentials:BS, Bachelor of Science, Sports Medicine, Baldwin-Wallace CollegeMA, Master of Arts, Adult Development & Aging Psychology, Cleveland State UniversityMPT, Master of Physical Therapy, Ohio UniversityPT, Licensed Physical TherapistPh.D., Doctor of Philosophy, Adult Development & Aging Psychology, Cleveland State UniversityGCS, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist Emeritus in Geriatric Physical TherapyAssociate Professor, Division of Physical Therapy, University of Central Florida CDC's STEADI (Stopping Elderly Accidents, Deaths, & Injuries) initiative https://www.cdc.gov/steadi/index.htmlNational Institute on Aging Exercise Toolkit: https://www.nia.nih.gov/exercise-toolkitFind a geriatric specialist physical therapist: https://aptaapps.apta.org//APTAPTDirectory/FindAPTDirectory.aspx
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