OMG I'm Getting Older and So Is My Mom

It's like they say, "all good things must come to an end." Join Scott on his last episode of "OMG, I'm Getting Older and So Is My Mom" as he recaps the last 12 years and shares some parting words about issues that are critical to our senior population. 

Learn about the life and times of Bobby Darin with performer Ron Gartner, who has a show called "Splish Splash: The Music of Bobby Darin," coming to you soon. So much you didn't know unveiled in this fun and entertaining show.  

In a wide ranging conversation Scott talks to Joseph and Jonathan Karp, recently named Super Elder Lawyers, about how to ensure your wishes for how you want to live the rest of your life are honored. A most important and informative discussion.  

Dying is never an easy subject but knowing how people die and how to cope with a loved one who is dying is extremely important. Listen in as Dr. Leonard Hock talks about dying in his inimitable fashion using grace and humanity to help us weather this very difficult time.  

Retirement is scary and how to navigate the financial planning for retirement can be even scarier. Tune in to hear Scott speak with David Rosell of Rosell Wealth Management and learn how you can make retirement the best it can be. 

Author Debbie Weiss talks about her new book "On Second Thought... Maybe I Can," a story about defying the odds and challenges of being a family caregiver to three loved ones and still managing to reinvent herself after age 50. 

Having trouble hearing your TV or your friends when they're speaking to you? Are the noises in the restaurant impacting your enjoyment on your night out? Join Scott as he speaks with Dr. Lyndsey Bride, Audiologist at Adept Audiology, about hearing aids, early warning signs, and causes of hearing loss. All of your questions will be answered on this incredibly informative and important show.  

Dr. Joy Siegel talks to Scott about moral injury. What is it? Why we should care? What can be done about it?  A very powerful and thoughtful show that is bound to make you think. 

Kelley Jackson, PhD and Nurse Practitioner, joins us tonight to talk about an exciting new research project being conducted at Florida Atlantic University. The project is designed to look for a possible correlation between driving habits and the early detection of dementia. Find the answer when you tune in to this very interesting show.  

In one of Scott's most fascinating shows he speaks with Lizbeth Uzcategui from Hanger Clinic about artificial limbs and prosthetics. Born without a right arm, Lizbeth talks about the challenges and victories of being an amputee and the progress being made in the world of prosthetics. 

Reverse Mortgages, are they good or bad? Well, they may not be what you think they are, which is why you should listen to tonight's episode. JD Dinnocenzo, a reverse mortgage expert, will answer all your questions and confront many of the myths surrounding reverse mortgages. A fascinating look at this most important product. 

Dr. J.W. Snider, radiation oncologist at South Florida Proton Therapy Institute, explains proton radiation vs. traditional x-ray radiation and when each would be best for you. In a wide ranging interview Dr. Snider answers all our questions about this state of the art therapy available in only 42 centers across the country. Fascinating and informative. 

Dr. Jeffrey Kotzen shares all you need to know about semaglutide, weight loss and an interesting new "non-surgical facelift." So much valuable information shared in this must listen to episode.   

Rabbi Jay Lyons talks us through green burials and why they may be for you. An interesting look at a new concept in burial options for those concerned about the environment and the ecological impact of traditional funerals or cremation. 

Tune in to listen to Florida State Senator Tina Polsky unpack this year's most important legislative session. In a wide ranging review of the key events that took place, hear her tell the complete story beyond just the headlines. 

One of the most important educational conferences dealing with Alzheimer's disease is the Alzheimer's Community Care annual conference. It's coming up soon and Dr. Karen Gilbert, conference coordinator, is here to tell us all that is available at this year's conference to help people living with the condition live their best life possible. 

Long term care will be necessary for over 70% of us over the age of 65 at some point in our lifetimes. How you will pay for it is often misunderstood. Tune in to hear Jeff Lukosavich, long term care insurance expert, answer all your questions about how you might benefit from having long term care coverage. 

Al Townsend of Townsend Financial Life Management talks about how to protect yourself from financial fraud and abuse and how a solid financial plan can help. Who needs a financial plan? Everyone, no matter how much money you may have or don't have. 

Dr. Sameea Husain, Director of Movement Disorder at Marcus Neuroscience, talks about Parkinson's Disease. From diagnosis to treatment to the state of clinical research you don't want to miss this show if you know someone with PD or think you may have it.  

Getting older is always challenging but for the LGBTQ community there are many more problems to overcome. Join Scott, with his guest Paul Iarrobino, a nationally known expert on LGBTQ aging, as they discuss the challenges this community faces. 

Pickleball. What is the fascination and attraction? Tune in to tonight's episode during which Brian McMahon, head pickleball professional at Lifetime Fitness in Palm Beach Gardens, shares why this is the fastest growing sport in the country and how you can start playing.

Hoarding is not exactly what we all think it is and can take on many variations. Tune in to hear Dan Lagani of Silver Solutions guide us through all we need to know about this incredibly complicated condition. 

Author Cameron Huddleston joins Scott to talk about her book "Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk." A fascinating conversation about finances and more. 

Autism is often misunderstood and misdiagnosed. Dr. Marlene Sotelo, Executive Director of the Els for Autism Foundation, clears up all the confusion and tells us of the amazing work being done at the Foundation. A most interesting show. 

Drug and alcohol attorneys Mark Astor and Audra Simovitch talk about help for those struggling with substance abuse. It's a fascinating conversation about a very important subject that is often overlooked and rarely talked about.  

Listen in as the tables get turned on Scott. Joe and Jonathan Karp wanted to learn more about home care so they decided to go to the expert and interview him for tonight's show. They were great interviewers if Scott says so himself.

Tune in to hear Linda Borgmeyer of Novoleo explain how occupational therapy can help train us to live our best lives possible. Their unique approach to therapy can change outcomes for the better and she explains it brilliantly. 

Urinary incontinence, weight loss, the role of Doulas in childbirth and so much more in this overwhelmingly informative discussion with Dr. Jeffrey Kotzen. 

Open enrollment can be the best opportunity for you to update your Medicare coverage or the time you make a huge mistake that you will regret for a very long time. Tune in to tonight's show as Desirae Mearns helps explain what your options are and how you should approach open enrollment to ensure you make the right choice.  

Florida State Senator Tina Polsky talks about her re-election but more importantly talks about the state of Florida's politics. Unbelievably informative and eye opening. 

Beau Lynch, CEO of Neurobehavioral Hospitals, talks about the Baker Act, their two new hospitals, and mental health services in general. A fascinating show that talks about a most critical need and these new services designed to fill a very large gap in our mental healthcare needs. 

In a fast-moving and very important show, Scott talks about end of life in a way you've never thought about with Dean Lambert of the Love Always Project.  

 Dr. Eileen DeGrandis, Director of the Baptist Health Vein Center in Boca Raton, talks about vascular disease and answers all your questions. A fascinating guest and even more fascinating subject. 

Marion Frank from Wellington Cares talks about the great work the organization does in the community and Minx Boren, master certified coach, author, poet, chef, and keynote speaker at the 6th Annual Wellington Cares Luncheon talks about finding your strengths to dial down stress and dial up happiness. An uplifting and empowering show you won't want to miss. 

Margaret Lynn Duggar, President of the Florida Council on Aging, joins Scott to talk about everything from advocacy to long term planning and workforce issues to developmental disabilities. Fascinating show with lots of good information.

David Rosell, author of "Failure is Not An Option: Creating Certainty in the Uncertainty of Retirement," joins Scott tonight to talk about all things retirement. There are many risks to our financial plans in retirement and David helps us plan to avoid them. A most informative show for anyone in or near retirement.

Elder Law Attorneys Joe and Jonathan Karp talk about the impact the pandemic has had on how we may view our estate plans and not in the ways you might expect. From inheritance trusts to disinheriting family, life and law converge in unusual ways.

Food insecurity is an often misunderstood and underestimated problem that impacts many people you may not expect. Belinda Lasky of Alpert Jewish Family Service talks about the problem and what they're doing to address this very real need.

Dr. Ian Russinoff, Medical Director of Sollis Health, is our guest talking about a new concept in urgent care. Accessibility and availability can be a challenge even in urgent care environments so tune in to listen to this new unique offering. 

Everyone has a story (or stories) to tell and everyone leaves a legacy. Last night on "OMG, I'm Getting Older and So Is My Mom" Scott spoke with one of our local stalwarts Gerry Richman about his fascinating life and the incredible history he was part of including Watergate, Vietnam, LBJ and so much more. This is a show you won't want to miss. 

Dr. Jeffrey Kotzen, OB/GYN, talks about everything from female incontinence to concierge specialty medicine. In a wide ranging conversation about the general health of our female population we cover a lot of important ground.

Dr. Patrick McGrath and Kellie Kintz of NOCD talk about OCD and its treatment. In a fascinating look at a condition few of us understand, many of our questions are answered in this fast paced show. 

After three long years it's back. Yes, Alzheimer's Community Care's educational conference is back live and in-person. To learn more about the incredible line-up and the details on where, when and how to register, tune in to this most important show with ACC's VP of Education, Dr. Karen Gilbert.

Amanda Kulics and Jay Zeager of Clinics Can Help tell us about this amazing non-profit that brings together people who need durable medical equipment with people who have excess supplies. They do that and so much more so tune in and learn how you can help. 

Drs. Connie Porcaro and Barbara O'Connor Wells, authors of a new book titled “Communication Problems from Brain Injury or Disease” are Scott's guests tonight in a fast moving show you won't want to miss. Questions about speech, swallowing, or other communication issues? Tune in for the answers.

During Parkinson's disease awareness month listen in as we discuss the role occupational therapy can play in helping those living with PD and other movement disorders thrive. Occupational therapist Nicole Reynolds brings her depth of experience to the conversation to share with listeners how they can live their best lives possible. 

We all have seen the silver alert signs on the highways when someone with dementia gets lost in their car, but what about when they get lost on foot. The results can be tragic if they're not found quickly. Tune in to this show to hear Dr. Karen Gilbert and Paula Menigoz of Alzheimer's Community Care explain their revolutionary program to protect your loved ones from potential tragedy.

The Americorp volunteer program through Alpert Jewish Family Service is an amazing way to match seniors with time to seniors in need to advance companionship that benefits all parties. Doni Greenblatt and Cara Gottlieb share the details and more on tonight's fun and informative show.

You may be surprised to learn that mental health and addiction are actually quite similar and have some of the same commonalities. Experts Cindy Wides and Carolyn Yasuna of Alpert Jewish Family Service discuss mental health first aid and addiction services available to people in need. A most interesting conversation. 

 Dr. Ashish Sahai, Chief of Surgery at West Boca Medical Center, talks about the hospital's new Spine and Orthopedic Center and everything else you wanted to know about spine surgery. An engaging guest with terrific insight to help you understand your options should you be considering spine surgery. 

Dr. Néerav Shah, Chief of Cardiology at Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center, talks to Scott about a wide variety of cardiac care in honor of heart health month. Lots of valuable information shared on this very diverse show.