Let's Talk Seniors by Anglican Care

In this episode we speak with Naomi Findlay, renovation expert and author of the best-seller ‘Ignite Your Property Mojo' and Selling Your Property For More Money'. Naomi shares her tips and tricks for seniors who have caught the reno bug, as well as home styling for those out there selling to downsize or upsize. She even hosts online renovation courses via her website www.naomifindlay.com. Tune in for all her hot property tips! Let's Talk Seniors is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters. This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Need some advice about completing your will and planning for the future?  What about those tricky neighbourhood disagreements and disputes with government departments that can happen from time to time?  The Older Persons Legal Clinic could be just the solution you need – and it's FREE.  Tune in as we talk to Rhanee about some great solutions for seniors! Let's Talk Seniors is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters. This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Need some tips and tricks on how to stay hydrated?  Hear from Dietician, Kate McDermott, on why it is so important to keep drinking the good stuff (water that is), the benefits of doing so, how much is enough and how we can go about fitting it into our day!  Tune in – your body will thank you for it! Let's Talk Seniors is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters. This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wondered what the first steps are when you decide that you, or a loved one, need a little bit of extra care and support?  Needing some guidance through the aged care maze?  In this episode we speak to Karen Cowen from the Hunter Aged Care Assessment Team about who to talk to and what you can expect as you seek the best services to assist you, or your loved one, to live a good life! Let's Talk Seniors is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters. This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grief is something we will all become familiar with at some stage in our lives and it is certainly a very personal and individual experience.  Join us as we discuss the stages of grief with awarding winning author, Susan Francis.  Susan's book, ‘The Love that Remains' draws on her own very personal and traumatic experience with grief which she shares in an empathetic and inspiring way.  You will definitely want to read the book after hearing Susan's story.   Let's Talk Seniors is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters. This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who hasn't declared they are going to write their memoirs, but never did? Better than any work of fiction, your life story deserves to be captured and in this episode we speak to radio personality, entertainer, interviewer and storyteller extraordinaire, Garth Russell, as he shares his tips on how to get started. Grab your notebook and pen before you tune in! Let's Talk Seniors is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters. This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Corns, callouses, ingrown toenails – if any of these are sounding familiar this is the podcast for you!  Our feet are one of the hardest working parts of our bodies and deserve a bit of love and attention.  Hear from Podiatrist, Susan Reid from Prime Health Podiatry as she shares her knowledge and experience on the benefits of keeping our feet happy and healthy. Let's Talk Seniors is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters. This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you have a friend or loved one living with dementia, tune in to today's episode as we talk to Nurse Practitioner, Jacqui Culver, on ways that carers can approach the challenging behaviours that people living with dementia can experience.  A rare opportunity to hear first-hand from a specialist in this area, who will talk to us in an empathetic way, combining best practice strategies with a real-life perspective of the emotion, frustration and grief that carers may experience. Let's Talk Seniors is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters. This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

True or false - your gut can influence other aspects of your health?  True. Find out the signs of an unhealthy gut verse a healthy gut from someone in the know. In this episode experienced Dietitian Nik Adamson talks us through everything he knows about your gut and shares his simple tips which are easy to follow. Tune in, your gut will be glad you did.  Let's Talk Seniors is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters. This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you found yourself pondering the meaning of life lately?  For some, questions about their spirituality and faith can arise as they move in to their 50s, 60s and 70s. In this episode we speak to Bishop Sonia Roulston and draw from her experience on what are some of the triggers to seeking religion later in life. Tune in to hear her insight.  Let's Talk Seniors is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters. This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you know how your local member supports seniors living in their community? In this episode we speak to Emma McBride, Federal Member for Dobell about how seniors can engage with their local member, any current initiatives government is rolling out for seniors and much more. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters. This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we always say, talking about death doesn't make it more imminent, just well planned. In this episode we hear stories of seniors who have opted to die at home with the comforts of their very own bed, their familiar surrounds – supported by their family and health professionals such as our guest speaker, Jacqui Culver, Nurse Practitioner.  Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters. This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why is it as we age we tend to have a harder time falling asleep and have more trouble staying asleep? Take a listen as we ask Geriatrician Dr John Ward what's keeping seniors awake and what can be done to help those suffering. Doctor – please bring back our deep sleep.  Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters. This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you lost your cooking mojo and need some advice on how to cook some different tasty meals, what's in season and tips on freezing. Tune in as we speak to Executive Chef Aaron and hear his top tips, short cuts, and favourite recipes. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters.  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Incontinence is very common yet difficult and embarrassing to discuss. In this episode we speak with Jacqui Culver, Nurse Practitioner, about the different types of bladder problems women and men face, and most importantly - what can help. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Has it been years since you've entered a gym and your fading memory is men pumping iron and ladies wearing leg warmers and leotards? In this episode we chat to Gina from Curves to find out what's really happening inside the doors of gyms nowadays. Tune in and let's bust some myths. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your quality of hearing is affecting by age - say what? Yet, many seniors put off having their hearing checked. Audiologist, Cathy Bull from Audika at Kotara joins us to discuss how hearing is affected as we age, when to get a check-up and what can be done to help. Tune in, your ears beg of you. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making sure everything is in place when you die regarding your assets and medical wishes is incredibly important for seniors, in fact ALL adults. It's good to be prepared. In this episode, we speak to Solicitor, Liam Tobin from Baker Love Lawyers to demystify estate planning, in particular Wills. Tune in as we discuss what makes a good Will, the importance of assigning power of attorneys, enduring guardianships, health care directives and more. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prevention is better than cure – right? Strokes and heart disease can be devastating to your quality of health and can be fatal. In this episodes we grill Geriatrician Dr John Ward on the ways we can ALL adopt to lower our risks. Tune in - you'll be surprised at what you can do.  Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For people living with dementia, living in isolation can be a reality all day, every day even under usual circumstances. In this episode we speak to Dementia Australia's CEO, Maree McCabe on the social isolation those living with dementia face and what we can do to keep the world open for people living with dementia. Tune in to this special episode. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Avoiding the topic of death is what we are all good at, but planning for death doesn't make it more imminent – just well planned. In this episode we speak to Janean Cole, a Nurse Practitioner, about the benefits of Advance Care Planning. So tune in, it's something we should all know about. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speak to Libby Marshall, a local herbalist, about a practice that dates back thousands of years, and ask the questions you all want answered. What are the benefits of herbal medicines, are they safe to take in conjunction with other pharmaceuticals and are alternative medicines becoming more popular? Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Without strong muscles you can lose your independence – say what? Yet, as you age your muscle mass declines. Dietitian Kate McDermott joins us to share her tips on what foods build your muscles. If you've ever looked down and wondered where your muscles went, tune in, all is not lost. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever thought about how life would look if you took a heavy fall? Would it rob you of your independence, bring about a lengthy trip to hospital along with pain and rehabilitation. In this episode we chat to Occupational Therapist Natalie Mitchell about how to avoid falls – tune in, your hips will thank you for it! Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Take a listen as we grill Financial Planner Julian Payne of Three Pillars Wealth Management to find out who can access the government's pension loan scheme, and importantly - how much extra money can you receive? Seniors are facing incredibly low interest rates and increases to their cost of living, so tune in to discover if this scheme interests you or someone you know. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If it has SUPER in the title it's got to be a superior food choice,  right? Or are fads and marketers leading us astray? Take a listen as we discuss superfoods with Dietitian Nik Adamson. Nik is  going to tell us the cold hard facts – which foods are super and which are NOT. Your food choices could bring you better health so tune in to this episode, the truths out.  Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in and increase your awareness around some of the initiatives which are helping our communities become more Dementia friendly and discover how you can contribute. Our special guest, Karen Freeman, who is very experienced at working with those with Dementia, will be sharing her insight and tips - small acts can make a big difference. Together we can all support people with dementia to remain included, accepted and connected. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whilst some brief feelings of dizziness or disequilibrium are normal, more intense and longstanding symptoms can affect your quality of life. In this episode we speak to Natalie Pulsford, of Pulsford Physio, a Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist* and Vestibular Physiotherapist, and share with you her expert knowledge on this topic. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maintaining your flexibility can become more challenging on the other side of 60. In this episode we talk to a Yoga expert, Kym from Yogic Wisdom about the benefits of yoga on a mature body and mind. Listen in and you'll be inspired to begin your journey to bending like you're made out of elastic rather than stone. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It may be more important than ever before to strengthen our immune systems. Nurse Practitioner Janean Cole thinks it's incredibly important. In this episode, Janean shares her knowledge of what your immune system needs to be healthy and just as crucial, what diminishes your immune system. If you are worried about Coronavirus and flu – don't miss this episode. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We may all have to face this decision at some point in our lives. Perhaps it's your husband or wife, or your elderly Mum or Dad who's health has deteriorated and you are trying your very best to keep them happy at home. When does the risks of remaining at home outweigh the benefits? In this episode we speak to Janet Sykes, Educator/Registered Nurse, to find out her experience with families and what to consider.  Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Having a safe environment for someone living with dementia or the symptoms of dementia is important. In this episode we ask Jane Meldrum, qualified in Health Ageing and Community Services, for her tips and tricks. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speak to Janet Sykes, Educator/Registered Nurse, for her insight into the terms and ask her to explain all that she knows, which is a lot, about the symptoms and journey those living with dementia might face. Her expert knowledge comes from years of working with people with dementia, and is not to be missed. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The role of a carer, whether it be a spouse, child or family friend can be rewarding, challenging and all things in between. In this episode we speak to Nurse Practitioner, Jacqui Culver, who works with carers daily, what carers face and signs of burn out. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we chat to an expert about mindfulness and how it can benefit you, your health and your body. Take a listen and you will walk away enlightened and in touch with your inner Zen.  Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You want to stay independent in your own home forever right? Most of us do. In this episode we grill Jacqui Culver, Nurse Practitioner as to how do we ensure we stay at home, remain happy and healthy? We discuss government support and in-home services. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you jiggle when you walk? More pills on your bedside than you can count. You are not alone. In this episode we talk about ways you can work towards minimising your needs for endless pills. Thanks to our guest Dr John Ward Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever wondered if having spirituality is important to your health and wellbeing as you age? Or considered, what's the difference between being spiritual and having a faith? In this episode we speak to Reverend Andrew Harrison about his observations, asking the all-important question, what perhaps are our spiritual needs in our twilight years? Thanks to our guest Reverend Andrew Harrison Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Staying active, both mentally and physically can become more challenging on the other side of 60. In this episode we talk about fun ways that you can be social, active and keep using your mind. Promise, it's not all push-ups and Sudoku. Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a challenging time for all, especially seniors. Since the global outbreak of Coronavirus seniors have been advised by our government to stay at home and avoid contact with others. In this episode we ask Geriatrician, Dr John Ward, the important questions. What should seniors do if they think they have symptoms of Covid-19, how can they keep their immune system healthy, how important is it to stay connected with family, and many more. Dr Ward is an expert in ageing and we think you will find his advice and tips for seniors invaluable - take a listen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever look down and wonder where your muscles went? Did you know Geriatrician Dr John Ward thinks maintaining muscle is extremely important? In this episode we discover why seniors need muscles too tune in, your body will thank you later. Thanks to our guest Dr John Ward.  Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Let's Talk Seniors, live your best life and stay happy and healthy as you age with helpful advice from expert guests and professionals working to keep Seniors informed about their stage of live and living the best life that they can.  Let's Talk Seniors with Kylie and Michelle is thanks to Anglican Care, residential care, home care and retirement living, where every moment matters  This is a Newcastle Podcast Station production.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.