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Key Takeaways (for on-air recap & social)Presence prevents: Being in the building daily beats any remote administrative stack.Rituals > heroics: Small, repeatable actions (exercise + vitals + lunch checks) compound.Caregivers stabilize: A modest weekly schedule creates 40 hours of reliable on-site support.Therapy cadence matters: Spread the care; keep people moving longer to reduce falls.Document to decide: Specific behavioral notes → faster NP decisions → fewer crises.Mission creates growth: Aligning to “no hospitalizations” reduces noise and increases referrals. www.YourHealth.Org
You've chosen an assisted living facility.. now what? Denise Tollefson, from Serenity Assisted Living and Memory Care, talks about the paperwork to have prepared to making your move-in a breeze. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How are you handling the rising cost of health care for your parents? How can you talk to your mother & father about the rising costs of health care and senior living? Should your parents age at home or in an assisted living facility? This week, Shawn & George talk to Rachel Aguanno, owner of Home Care Assistance Tampa Bay. Rachel's company assists seniors to live at home. Rachel was a HUGE help to Shawn when his wife was in hospice at home at the end of 2023. Specifically, we talk about: Care-giving as a side job; What a home care assistance company can or cannot do; Any tax breaks, insurance, government programs, or veteran benefits available to help pay for home health care; Hospice v. Home Health Care v Assisted Living; Expenses people don't think about; and other budget considerations. Rachel can be reached at RAguanno@HomeCareAssistance.com or her website www.HomeCareAssistanceTampaBay.com. Let us know if you enjoy this episode and, if so, please share it with your friends! Or, you can support the show by visiting our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/crushingDebt To contact George Curbelo, you can email him at GCFinancialCoach21@gmail.com or follow his Tiktok channel - https://www.tiktok.com/@curbelofinancialcoach To contact Shawn Yesner, you can email him at Shawn@Yesnerlaw.com or visit www.YesnerLaw.com. And please consider a donation to Pancreatic Cancer research and education by joining Shawn's team at MY Legacy Striders: http://support.pancan.org/goto/MyLegacy2026
What if wealth wasn't about sacrifice, but about freedom, peace, and legacy? In this crossover episode, Dr. Felecia Froe joins Kiné Corder on Money & Meaning to unpack how women can create multiple streams of income that sustain their lives, fund their purpose, and outlive them. Together, they explore redefining prosperity as options and freedom, the path from physician to social-impact investor, and how to turn intellectual property, real estate, and relationships into a lasting legacy. This episode is a powerful reminder that wealth isn't just what you earn—it's what you build, share, and teach. 00:00 – Redefining Prosperity 06:00 – The Power of Multiple Streams 12:00 – Turning Skills into Income 20:00 – Making Real Estate Work for You 29:00 – Impact Investing and Assisted Living 41:00 – Legacy, Lessons, and Letting Go
SeniorLivingGuide.com Podcast, Sponsored by: Parrish Healthcare
In this episode, we dive into the complex world of senior real estate with Jody Epstein, a Senior Real Estate Specialist from Windermere Real Estate. With 20 years of experience, Jody shares invaluable insights on navigating the emotional and financial challenges seniors face when making significant housing decisions.We explore the delicate balance between emotional attachments and practical needs when downsizing, with Jody offering strategies to ease the transition. The conversation then shifts to the critical financial aspects of senior real estate transactions, emphasizing the importance of working with specialized professionals to maximize property value and preserve funds for future care.Tune in to discover the various senior living options available, from Continuing Care Retirement Communities to intergenerational housing. Jody breaks down the benefits of each, helping listeners understand which might be the best fit for their unique situations. We also delve into the crucial role of Senior Real Estate Specialists and why planning ahead is key to a smooth transition.Whether you're a senior considering a move or a family member helping with this process, this episode offers practical advice and expert insights to guide you through this significant life change. Don't miss Jody's parting wisdom on staying in control of your real estate journey! Jody's Website: https://jodyinthehouse.comSeniorLivingGuide.com Podcast sponsored by Terrabella Senior LivingThe background music is written, performed, and produced exclusively by purple-planet.com.https://www.purple-planet.com/*SeniorLivingGuide.com Webinars and Podcast represents the opinions and expertise of our guests. The content here is for informational and educational purposes. It does not necessarily represent the views, recommendations, opinions or advice of Fairfax Publishing/SeniorLivingGuide.com or its employees
Mary Marshall Assisted Living is a 52-bed community in Arlington, VA, that supports older adults with intellectual disabilities or mental illness by integrating housing and healthcare. Paul Soczynski, senior vice president of healthcare at Volunteers of America, discussed the unique aspects of the model that improves outcomes and lowers costs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What if wealth wasn't about sacrifice, but about freedom, peace, and legacy? In this crossover episode, Dr. Felecia Froe joins Kiné Corder on Money & Meaning to unpack how women can create multiple streams of income that sustain their lives, fund their purpose, and outlive them. Together, they explore redefining prosperity as options and freedom, the path from physician to social-impact investor, and how to turn intellectual property, real estate, and relationships into a lasting legacy. This episode is a powerful reminder that wealth isn't just what you earn—it's what you build, share, and teach. 00:00 – Redefining Prosperity 06:00 – The Power of Multiple Streams 12:00 – Turning Skills into Income 20:00 – Making Real Estate Work for You 29:00 – Impact Investing and Assisted Living 41:00 – Legacy, Lessons, and Letting Go
This is the beginning of our 6th year!!! This week, Diane interviews Jason Dutra with BuddyIns again. We discuss tax-benefits of worksite LTC insurance and hybrid life/LTC worksite plans. How are these plan offerings different than other group benefits that employers offer? How can employers use group life/LTC plans to show how much they care about their employees? When employees know their employer cares about them and their families, they are more productive. Everyone is happier, and employee retention is strong. If you are a business owner with at least 3 employees, there are worksite LTC plans available for you to consider. These plans have guaranteed issue rights, so no medical questions to qualify. If you are an employee and have been declined for LTC, you can ask your employer if they would consider offering this benefit to some or all the people who work there. Schedule some time with me to explore options
This week on our Live Show we discussed Alzheimers Disease Join my PodFather Podcast Coaching Community https://www.skool.com/podfather/about Start Your Own SKOOL Community https://www.skool.com/signup?ref=c72a37fe832f49c584d7984db9e54b71 Donations https://www.awakeningpodcast.org/support/ #awakening #AlzheimersDisease #Alzheimers About my Co-Host:Arnold Beekes Innovator, certified coach & trainer and generalist. First 20 years in technology and organizational leadership, then 20 years in psychology and personal leadership (all are crucial for innovation). Join his Brain Fitness SKOOL Group https://www.skool.com/brain-fitness-7070/aboutWhat we Discussed: 00:39 What the Show is about today0 1:45 What happens with people with Alzheimers02:05 Arnold took care of his mother for 8 years and she had Alzheimers02:30 There is currently No Cure for Alzheimers04:45 Not all Alzheimers cases get Registered so numbers are a lot more06:20 The dangers when you m,ust leave the house 07:15 Assisted Living 08:10 The Stats for Alzheimers Internationally09:20 Why I think the numbers are a lot worse than reported09:40 The people I witnessed with Alzheimers11:45 Do Not tell a Person you have Alzheimers as a Joke13:00 The difficulty of Arnolds experience with his Mother16:19 The Age of Onset Dimentia is getting Younger16:45 What are the main causes of getting Alzheimers Disease19:10 The Prevention you can do for Alzheimers20:50 The Dangers of Tinfoil & Energy Drinks21:35 Whats happens when Autistic People get Alzheimers22:25 Coffee Destroys Gray Matter in the Brain22:55 How Stem Cell Technology can improve symtoms of Alzheimers Disease.23:45 Why Arnold developed Brain Fitness24:30 Study by 2 DR's on how to Prevent Alzheimers Disease26:30 How you can go along with the thoughts of the Alzheimers Patient to prevent stress31:45 How my Grandmother kept her mind active33:00 Stay Active to any age33:35 What is Included in our Brain Fitness SKOOL Group LinksShow mentioned about Stem Cell Technology https://www.awakeningpodcast.org/stem-cell-technology-helping-alzheimers-darlene-greene-284/Substack Subscriptionhttps://substack.com/@podfatherroy How to Contact Arnold Beekes: https://braingym.fitness/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/arnoldbeekes/ Donations https://www.awakeningpodcast.org/support/ https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/support/ All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants athttps://roycoughlan.com/
Technology use is on the rise. Unfortunately, so are scams. Online safety has never been more important. New developments with technology make it easier than ever to stay connected and improve accessibility. With a few tips and tricks, anyone can confidently – and safely – use technology to make their everyday life easier and better. We're talking to a technology expert about how things like smart home devices can make your life easier, how to recognize and avoid scams involving artificial intelligence (AI), and other important tips to protect yourself online.
Finding the right senior living community can be overwhelming for families and challenging for operators. In this episode of Bridge the Gap, returning guest David Hopkins, owner of Assisted Living Locators, shares how his placement services approach connects seniors with communities that truly fit their needs, builds trust between families and operators, and streamlines the decision-making process.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.This episode was recorded at the 2025 FSLA conference.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this conversation, Keya Malhotra discusses the shift from co-living to nuclear family structures over the past century and the resulting epidemic of loneliness among seniors. She emphasizes the need to return to communal living arrangements to combat this issue, highlighting the benefits of intergenerational living for enhancing happiness and well-being. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Eliezer Sobel is first and foremost a son: his mother passed after being in her 20th year of Alzheimer's, and his late father passed away at 93 following a Traumatic Brain Injury and subsequent dementia after falling down a stairwell. Eliezer and his wife Shari Cordon moved in with his parents that same night and have managed their care ever since. He is the author of one of the first series of books designed for Alzheimer's and dementia patients: Blue Sky, White Clouds: A Book for Memory-Challenged Adults and is also the author of numerous other books, blogs for PsychologyToday.com. https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/resources/boomers-today/
This week, after hearing from a client who wishes she would have bought more insurance a decade ago, Diane shares decisions that others have made in the past and now regret it. These people, if they had thought through their decisions before making them, could have ended up with much better outcomes. When planning to provide for ourselves and protect our families, we need to take action. And we need to not skip the small things. The small things in these stories would have made all the difference. We all have a plan for our own future long term care needs. Some will just let things happen and will end up being "put" somewhere. Those who proactively seek solutions end up with much better choices later on. You can view both current and projected costs of home care, assisted living, and nursing home care where you live or plan to live I recommend you use 5% inflation on care as that's what we've seen for three decades. Then schedule a phone or zoom meeting to start designing your plan Then you'll be Prepared for Tomorrow!!!
Old age doesn't have to be lonely or boring - Just ask the member of the Thursday Murder Club on Netflix. The romp of a movie based on a book has lots to discuss: lifetime leases, threatening flowers, interrogation techniques, and more. Join us!Email us: KillerFunPodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Facebook: fb.me/KillerFunPodcastAll the Tweets, er, POSTS: https://x.com/KillerFunPodInstagram: killerfunpodcast
LTC Heroes - A podcast for Long-Term Care & Skilled Nursing Facilities
Brenda Van Leer, Program Director at Grandview Assisted and Independent Living, shares how she stepped into long-term care and quickly built programs that stand out statewide. In just over a year, she introduced fresh ideas that have energized residents, strengthened community partnerships, and earned national recognition. From launching a traveling balloon volleyball league to hosting Nebraska volleyball coach John Cook, Brenda shows how creativity and teamwork can shape a thriving culture. She also reflects on how daily connections with residents have reshaped her patience, perspective, and sense of purpose — insights that matter to anyone leading in senior care.Key Takeaways:00:00 Introduction.04:12 Why assisted living is described as a feel-good job.07:33 The value of leaning on experienced teammates.11:10 Launching a balloon volleyball league across facilities.14:09 Turning activities into spirited competition that residents love.15:13 When national sports figures engage senior communities.19:19 Why volunteering is the best entry into long-term care.Resources Mentioned:Grandview Assisted and Independent Living | Websitehttps://www.grandviewassisted.com/Thank you for listening to “People Worth Caring About.” If you found value in this episode, please subscribe and leave a 5-star rating to help others discover these important stories.For more information and to connect with our guests, visit PeopleWorthCaringAbout.com.#HealthcareLeadership #WasteManagement #SkilledTrades #PeopleWorthCaringAbout
The Province of BC has recently announced plans to stop funding overtime and agency staffing costs for publicly-funded long-term care and assisted living operators. Guest: Jen Lyle - CEO, Alzheimer Society of BC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you're 65 or older, there's a 70% chance you will need long-term care at some point in your life. Without preparation, long-term care can be a financial burden and source of stress for you and your loved ones. Thankfully, long-term care insurance can create financial security, improve your quality of life, and more. Hear an insurance professional explain everything you should know about long-term care insurance. We're covering why you should have a policy, when to get one, what happens if you don't have it, what it covers, how to find the right plan for you and your loved ones, and more. The Ohio Masonic Communities' Here to Help guides cover everything from what Alzheimer's is to what senior living community and contract types exist and more. You can access your free copy of the guides by visiting omcoh.org/sltguide.
The amazing writer Winnie Holzman talks with Jay about hard word and being lucky, Wicked the Musical, Stephen Schwartz, My So Called Life, laying in bed depressed about writing, fighting your fear, tricks of staying in the creative process, Marianne Williamson, studying Broadways musicals even when she didn't know she wanted to, being driven towards showbiz at 13, taking the train to acting classes, mentors: Arthur Laurents, Stephen Sondheim, loving acting, being married to the great actor, Paul Dooley, how her daughter Savannah is a great writing partner, and Jay's feud with Ted Danson.Bio: Winnie Holzman is the writer (with renowned composer/ lyricist Stephen Schwartz) of the musical Wicked, which is now the 4th longest running show in Broadway history, and has been performed in over a hundred cities around the world. After graduating from Princeton University, she studied acting, joined a comedy group, got accepted into the newly formed NYU Musical Theatre Program, (where she studied with such luminaries as Arthur Laurents, Leonard Bernstein, and Stephen Sondheim) wrote a musical (Birds of Paradise, which had a short run off-Broadway) then joined the writing staff of the TV drama thirtysomething, and went on to create the series My SoCalled Life, starring Claire Danes. Other TV credits include Once and Again, (reuniting with her mentors, Ed Zwick and Marshall Herskovitz) Huge (with her daughter, Savannah Dooley) and Roadies (with Cameron Crowe.) She's written two plays with her husband, actor Paul Dooley: Post-its: Notes on a Marriage, and Assisted Living. Most recently, she completed both screenplays for the movie adaptations of Wicked
Want to Start or Grow a Successful Business? Schedule a FREE 13-Point Assessment with Clay Clark Today At: www.ThrivetimeShow.com Join Clay Clark's Thrivetime Show Business Workshop!!! Learn Branding, Marketing, SEO, Sales, Workflow Design, Accounting & More. **Request Tickets & See Testimonials At: www.ThrivetimeShow.com **Request Tickets Via Text At (918) 851-0102 See the Thousands of Success Stories and Millionaires That Clay Clark Has Helped to Produce HERE: https://www.thrivetimeshow.com/testimonials/ Download A Millionaire's Guide to Become Sustainably Rich: A Step-by-Step Guide to Become a Successful Money-Generating and Time-Freedom Creating Business HERE: www.ThrivetimeShow.com/Millionaire See Thousands of Case Studies Today HERE: www.thrivetimeshow.com/does-it-work/
You kick things off with a stack of Quick Tips that make your Apple gear feel smarter. From getting a free year of Perplexity Pro, to turning on CarPlay widgets in iOS 26, to using ChatGPT itself to search for Mac Geek Gab answers (like which dash cam Pilot Pete […]
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Alretha Thomas has found career success in the second half of her life as an award-winning novelist, playwright, and actress. A resilient survivor of childhood trauma, Alretha is a former model who, as an actress, has appeared in numerous films, TV series, and commercials. She also appeared on two iconic soap operas, Days of Our Lives and General Hospital. Currently, she's a series regular, playing Anastasia Devereaux, on Tyler Perry's Assisted Living, which is in its fifth season on BET.As a playwright, Alretha has won accolades and awards for her plays Civil Rites, A Shrine to Junior, Mommie and Clyde, Sacrificing Simone, and Grandpa's Truth. She also wrote One Woman, Two Lives, that starred Kellita Smith (of The Bernie Mac Show), and was directed by four-time NAACP Image Award Best Director recipient, Denise Dowse.Alretha, who holds a degree in journalism from USC, has written 15 novels, over a half-million of which have been sold and downloaded, receiving glowing reviews from readers, book clubs, and critics. Her first novel, Daughter Denied, was launched in 2008. A four-book series, Cass & Nick, spawned from her novel, Married in the Nick of Nine, was acquired by Soul Mate Publishing. And she was awarded the Jessie Redman Fauset Literary Award for her Indie Novel, For Ladies Only. Her latest book, The Daughter Between Them, was recognized by Kirkus Reviews as one of the top thriller indie books of 2024. I've read The Daughter Between Them and was completely drawn in by the wonderfully complex, unfolding mystery thriller as told through Alretha's masterful storytelling and her deeply compelling characters.She's had several videos go viral, including three that have received more than 2 million views. www.alrethathomas.comhttps://www.instagram.com/athomasforreal/
George Netscher, Founder and CEO of SafelyYou, dives into the launch of SafelyYou Halo™, the all-in-one AI operational platform that's transforming care in Assisted Living and Memory Care communities.As the senior living industry faces growing demand, rising acuity levels, and severe staffing shortages, operators are being asked to do more with less, while improving outcomes for residents and ensuring financial sustainability. George outlines what we're hearing from operators on the front lines, the critical challenges they're facing, and how SafelyYou Halo is engineered to meet this moment.SafelyYou Halo™ combines:AI-powered fall detectioneCall and virtual check-insAmbient care and staffing insightsTune in to learn how SafelyYou Halo helps operators:Reduce early move-outs and extend the length of stayKeep residents safer and healthierBoost NOI through smarter, proactive careThis episode was recorded at the NIC Fall Conference.Sponsored by Aline, NIC MAP, Procare HR, Sage, Hamilton CapTel, Service Master, The Bridge Group Construction and Solinity. Produced by Solinity Marketing.Become a sponsor of the Bridge the Gap Network.Connect with BTG on social media:YouTubeInstagramFacebookTwitterLinkedInTikTokMeet the Hosts:Lucas McCurdy, @SeniorLivingFan Owner, The Bridge Group Construction; Senior Living Construction Renovation, CapEx, and Reposition. Joshua Crisp, Founder and CEO, Solinity; Senior Living Development, Management, Marketing and Consulting.
In this episode of the AZREIA Show, Isabelle Guarino shares insights on the booming assisted living industry, the looming 'Silver Tsunami,' and the shortage of beds. From her personal journey to building a successful business, she breaks down the economics, benefits for real estate investors, and how to get started in this niche market. Learn how you can invest profitably while making a meaningful impact on your community. Don't miss this detailed conversation packed with valuable information for new and seasoned investors alike. Key Takeaways: 00:30 The Silver Tsunami: Aging Population and Assisted Living 02:34 Personal Story: The Birth of a Business 05:20 Challenges and Solutions in Assisted Living 06:55 Financial Planning for Assisted Living 08:35 Investment Opportunities in Assisted Living 11:48 Group Housing vs. Big Box Facilities 13:30 Getting Started in Assisted Living Investment 17:06 Ensuring Safety and Compliance in Senior Homes 18:02 The Importance of Having a Coach or Mentor 19:15 Training and Support for Assisted Living Investors 20:32 Remote Ownership and Managing from Afar 22:03 Balancing Compassion and Business in Assisted Living ---
So many people want a long term care plan with all the bells and whistles. They want a plan that will pay for everything that could ever happen. These plans are often priced higher than a budget allows. Why do people state that they want no coverage if they can't get the best plan out there? We don't do this anywhere but with LTC insurance. Do we not own a car because we can't afford a Tesla? No. Do we not eat because we can't afford the steak? No. When I work wit you, we work together to determine how much risk is both acceptable and affordable. There are plans offered to people on a stricter budget. There are plans that accept medical concerns that other plans don't accept. There are plans offered to age 89 in some states. Listen and then scheudle some time to work through this together
How can all of us build a life where joy and connection are just as valued as success and productivity? In this episode of The Angel Next Door Podcast, host Marcia explores how embracing the lessons of intentional aging can inform not only our personal lives but also the way we approach business and community.Dr. Kerry Burnight, acclaimed as "America's Gerontologist," joins the show to discuss her decades of experience studying aging, elder care, and the vital role of social connection in achieving a thriving, long life. Her work, including her bestselling book "Joyspan," brings practical strategies and uplifting stories that resonate across generations.This conversation is a must-listen for anyone seeking to future-proof their well-being while discovering meaning in the present. You'll discover how intentional connection can protect against isolation, why joy is a critical success metric, and actionable insights that will empower you, at any age, to live and lead with purpose. To get the latest from Dr. Kerry Burnight, you can follow her below!https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kerry-burnight-5b958434/https://drkerryburnight.com/Joyspan - The Art and Science of Thriving in Life's Second Half Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing!Website: www.marciadawood.comLearn more about the documentary Show Her the Money: www.showherthemoneymovie.comAnd don't forget to follow us wherever you are!Apple Podcasts: https://pod.link/1586445642.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/1586445642.spotifyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, Bryan McAnally shares his journey into the real estate industry, detailing his family background, early experiences, and the lessons learned along the way. He discusses the importance of starting small, the transition from residential to commercial real estate, and the growing need for assisted living facilities. Bryan emphasizes the long-term nature of real estate investment and the challenges faced in the industry, while also outlining his future plans for growth and development. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Howard Miller is the author of Burdens & Blessings: A Lighter-Hearted Approach for Middle-Aged Folks Dealing with Aging Parents. Through humor and heartfelt storytelling, Howard shares how levity helped him navigate the challenges of caregiving and loss. He inspires audiences to embrace humor as a powerful tool for resilience—whether at home or in the workplace. As an entrepreneur and sought-after speaker, Howard connects deeply with listeners through relatable stories and practical wisdom. FulcrumPointPartners.comhttps://www.seniorcareauthority.com/resources/boomers-today/
Welcome to Botched: A D&D Podcast! We open in Arizona at an assisted living facility. The employees are tired of having to deal with these old people, day in and day out. But something lurks in the shadows and feeds off the dispare.Will the employees finally snap and kill one of these old people? Will the elderly patients escape and run free? Will someone please stop shitting their pants every 10 minutes? Find out now on Botched! We now have a PO Box! Wanna send us something? PO BOX 3178 Gettysburg, PA 17325All of our previous seasons can be found on our new channel!Botched Archives!A special shout out and thank you to all of our supporters over on Patreon. You help us continue to churn out “quality” episodes. With your continued support we can take our show on the road! Check out our store over at Botched Podcast where you can find tshirts, stickers, pint glasses and more!Give us a 5 star review on Itunes. Doing so will help the show grow, but we will also read out whatever you write at the end of one of our episodes!Feel free to email us any questions, comments or suggestions at BotchedPodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, subscribe on Youtube, like us on Facebook.You can watch the show live on Twitch!Check out each of the hosts' Twitch streams! Dennis, Phil, TristanHosts: Dennis, Phil, Tristan, SteveEditor: Philip D Keating And Dennis RobinsonProducer: Phil and DennisExecutive Producers: James Thatcher, Chronic Ejac, Jim Beverly, Seth Skinner,Disgruntled Furniture, Chris Wisdom, ShinigamiSPQR, Jayson Haiss, and Scabby GoosePublisher: Phil and DennisArt by Emily SwanMusic by Gozer
Many have been advised by a financial planner, estate planning attorney or other professional that they have enough assets to "self-insure" future LTC needs. The question is not "can I afford it?" but "Is this the best use of assets to fund future care needs?" This episode is full of questions you should be asking yourself and your advisors if they tell you you can afford to self-fund. Listen and schedule some time with me to consider the risk and search for the most cost-efficient ways to pay for extended care View current and projected costs of care where you live Learn what your state Medicaid system lets you keep
One house. $60K a month. Assisted living is the most slept-on cash flow play in real estate.In this episode, Rich sits down with Serg Lupescu to break down how a single-family home can be converted into a high-performing assisted living facility—and why this niche is creating millionaire investors faster than almost any other strategy. From licensing and staffing to cash flow and scalability, Serg gives the full playbook.They cover:How to turn one house into $40K–$60K/month in revenueThe startup costs and systems you must have in placeWhy assisted living outperforms almost every other asset classThe biggest mistakes new operators make (and how to avoid them)How to scale from one property to a full portfolioIf you're serious about building wealth and want a business that makes real impact, assisted living is the move.Let's go.Join our investor waitlist and stay in the know about our next investor opportunity with Somers Capital: www.somerscapital.com/invest. Want to join our Boutique Hotel Mastermind Community? Book a free strategy call with our team: www.hotelinvesting.com. If you're committed to scaling your personal brand and achieving 7-figure success, it's time to level up with the 7 Figure Creator Mastermind Community. Book your exclusive intro call today at www.the7figurecreator.com and gain access to the strategies that will accelerate your growth.
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode of the Investor Fuel Podcast, host Q Edmonds interviews Jesse Burton, a seasoned real estate investor based in Houston, Texas. Jesse shares his journey in real estate, focusing on helping healthcare professionals navigate their real estate needs. He discusses the importance of understanding financing, creating niche markets, and building a positive network. Jesse is also launching a new real estate brokerage as a gift to his wife and is working on significant business deals that could yield substantial income. He emphasizes the need for community building and networking in the real estate industry, and he has created an ebook to assist healthcare professionals. Jesse's passion for helping others achieve their dreams shines through as he shares his future aspirations and goals in the real estate sector. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Welcome to Mysteries to Die For.I am TG Wolff and am here with Jack, my piano player and producer. This is a podcast where we combine storytelling with original music to put you in the heart of a mystery. All stories are structured to challenge you to beat the detective to the solution. Jack and I perform these live, front to back, no breaks, no fakes, no retakes.The rules for law and order create the boundaries for civil co-existence and, ideally, the backdrops for individuals, families, and companies to grow and thrive. Breaking these rules puts civil order at risk. And while murder is the Big Daddy of crimes, codified ordinances across municipal divisions, counties, states, and countries show the nearly endless ways there are to create mayhem. This season, we put our detective skills to the test. This is Season 8, Anything but Murder. This is Episode 15, framing a theft is the featured crime. This is The Joker is Wild by Debra H. GoldsteinDELIBERATIONThe Mah Jongg players are putting on their sleuthing hats to protect one of their own. Cathy Hegji is accused of stealing from her fellow Sunshine Village residents. To save her from the heartbreak of eviction, they need to spot the real wolf in sheep's clothing. Here are their suspects in the order we met them: Harold Hartman, the mean poker player who is playing the victim Bernie, the nice poker player who Lu grew up with Michael, the nearly blind poker player whose career was rare books Jerry, Michael's grandson who visits frequently Betsey Morris, Executive Director of Sunshine VillageHere are the facts they have so far:Harold Hartman bought a second-hand book for $3 that Michael told him is worth more. Before he can have it valued by Jerry, it is stolen. Cathy finds it in her knitting bag.Personal items have been disappearing from Sunshine Village, including jewelry, but it's difficult to determine if they were misplaced or stolen.After his gold lighter goes missing, Harold and Betsey search Cathy's room, finding it, the book, and a missing ring all hidden under towels.Betsey Morris became Executive Director about six months ago. This coincided with a swift decline in food quality and with Harold moving from Independent Living to the Assisted Living room across from Cathy.Betsey denies that she has cut the food budget and will not answer if she receives bonuses for keeping costs under budget.Harold keeps his door locked, something the other residents do not do. Harold violates the smoking and other policies, he wins more than his fair share at poker, and entertains lady friends.Jerry took over his grandfather's business and, for the last six-months, has visited frequently. He spends time with Michael and also with Betsey.Jerry inspected Harold's find and valued it at $50. He offered to buy it for that sum, which Harold declined. Cathy denies everything. Her son is a noted coach and her eviction would embarrass him as well as her.Flipping the tile, who is framing Cathy?ABOUT Framing JobsFrame up jobs do happen with misinformation taken as fact compounded by flaws of a system driven to closure. One stunning example of this was the 2002 rape accusation against Brian Banks. He was 16 years old and a stand-out football player. His accuser was 15 year old Wanetta Gibson. She and Banks had made out in a stairwell of their high school. By the end of the day, Banks was arrested. There was no physical evidence against Banks but faced with a potential sentence of 40 years or what he thought was an 18 month deal, Banks plead no contest. The judge sentenced him to 6 years. Banks served the sentence and was listed as a registered sex offender. Gibson's family sued the school district for lack of security and won a $1.5mil settlement. Shortly after his...
On this episode of Best Ever CRE, Joe Cornwell interviews Justin Burke, managing partner of VitaCare Living, about building a profitable assisted living business rooted in culture, leadership, and long-term demographic trends. Justin shares how he transitioned from coaching college football to running a 24-property senior care operation by focusing on operational excellence, staff alignment, and resident care. He breaks down the economics of a real assisted living deal, explains the challenges and rewards of operating in this asset class, and outlines how to underwrite these deals differently than traditional multifamily. The conversation also dives deep into leadership strategy, hiring philosophy, and why culture is the make-or-break factor in this high-touch business. Justin Burke Current Role: Managing Partner at VitaCare Living Based in: Minnesota & Wisconsin Say hi to them at: justin.burke@vitacareliving.com | LinkedIn Visit investwithsunrise.com to learn more about investment opportunities. Post your job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/BRE. Terms and conditions apply. Join the Best Ever Community The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It's free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria. Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at www.bestevercommunity.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In this episode, we dive into the world of family-owned and smaller senior living communities with Frank Evegan, Chief Operating Officer at Spring Oak Senior Living. Frank shares invaluable insights on what makes these intimate communities unique and why they might be the perfect fit for your loved ones.We explore the benefits of smaller senior living facilities, from personalized care plans to the cozy, home-like atmosphere they offer. Frank provides expert advice on what to look for when touring communities, emphasizing the importance of genuine staff interactions and engaging programming. Whether you're just starting your search or considering a transition, you'll gain practical tips to make an informed decision.Tune in to discover how these family-style communities support aging in place, maintain staff longevity, and create a nurturing environment where residents truly feel at home. Frank also shares touching personal anecdotes, including his own family's experience with Alzheimer's, that underscore the compassionate approach these communities take.Don't miss this enlightening conversation that will help you navigate the complex world of senior living options with confidence and heart.SeniorLivingGuide.com Podcast sponsored by TransMedCare Long Distance Medical Transportation & GoGo Grandparent 855-464-6874 (ext 81714)The background music is written, performed and produced exclusively by purple-planet.com.https://www.purple-planet.com/*SeniorLivingGuide.com Webinars and Podcast represents the opinions and expertise of our guests. The content here is for informational and educational purposes. It does not necessarily represent the views, recommendations, opinions or advice of Fairfax Publishing/SeniorLivingGuide.com or its employees
This investor generates $30,000 per month in rental income from a single property. It's not a short-term rental, or a beachside Airbnb, or anything even close to that. Within a couple of years of starting to scale, James Davis has a rental portfolio on track to gross $1,000,000 per year in rents, from just six properties. The best part? He's not even doing it for the money. His investments are making lives better while securing him financial freedom. You may have heard of assisted living before, but probably not like this. While many assisted living facilities focus on older adults, James owns small assisted living properties that cater to individuals with disabilities. After taking on two traditional real estate deals, James's brother, who worked in disability services, thought they could be treating residents better. So, they converted one of James's properties into a compliant assisted living facility. They got their first monthly tenant—the rent: $15,000 per month for one bedroom. Sounds steep, right? James walks through the entire expenses and profit margins to prove that the caregiving business may be worthwhile, even just for the emotional benefits. Now, he has six properties and has already pulled in $500,000 just halfway through the year. Follow the same steps James shares in this episode, and your portfolio could grow just as fast. In This Episode We Cover How James went from making $16/hour to bringing in $1,000,000/year in rents How much assisted living investment properties make (cash flow!) Locking down a 3.5% interest rate using the creative “subject to” strategy The process of becoming legally compliant for running an assisted living property Why James still buys long-term rentals instead of more assisted living properties And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-1156 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode of the Real Estate Pro Show, host Erika interviews Harley Robbins, a seasoned real estate investor and agent. Harley shares his journey from law enforcement to real estate, discussing his strategies for adapting to market changes, the importance of networking, and his future goals in assisted living and property investment. He emphasizes the significance of acquiring assets, the potential of ADUs, and the value of collaboration in the real estate industry. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
This week, we're describing who may consider different types of LTC planning strategies and why. Stand-alone/traditional LTC vs. Hybrid Life/LTC vs. Hybrid Annuity/LTC. All provide tax-free benefits for extended care needs. Thank you to team for creating easy to understand documents that agents can share with their clients. Listen and consider which category of coverage can fit your needs and financial structure best and let's talk. Schedule a free consultation to learn more
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Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Judy Karofsky, author of “DISELDERLY CONDUCT: THE FLAWED BUSINESS OF ASSISTED LIVING AND HOSPICE.“
Judy Karofsky, author of “DISELDERLY CONDUCT: THE FLAWED BUSINESS OF ASSISTED LIVING AND HOSPICE,“ details the myriad issues related to the care of elderly individuals in assisted living and hospice settings. Judy shares personal experiences, including difficulties encountered in securing proper care for her mother, and highlights systemic problems like substandard care, lack of federal regulations, and the challenges posed by private equity's involvement in the senior care industry. She also outlines possible reforms and solutions, emphasizing the urgent need for federal oversight and better standards to ensure the well-being of seniors. The dialogue offers valuable insights for anyone looking to understand the complexities and necessary improvements in the care of older adults.
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In our third week with our couple in their 80s, we consider options to obtain the most LTC benefits from annuities. If you already own annuities, check for a Chronic Illness rider or LTC rider. If there is one, read it carefully as different rules apply to access enhanced benefits for care. If you need help understanding your rider, ask me for guidance Some pay the LTC benefits tax-free and some don't. Some require your need to be permanent, some don't. Some will enhance benefits for both cognitive and physical needs, and some don't. If you own an annuity (non-IRA) with a good amount of earnings, it can be repositioned to an annuity that can pay potentially three times the account value of the annuity, or more, tax-free when used for care. This eliminates all the taxable gains your current annuity has earned over the years. If your annuity IS your LTC plan, there are wiser ways to use it than simply withdrawing the earnings and paying taxes on the gains. Schedule with me to learn more
What happens when a well-known multifamily operator shifts focus to a completely different asset class? In this episode, Jim Pfeifer and Paul Shannon are joined by real estate investor and Praxis Capital founder Brian Burke to explore his pivot into assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing facilities. Brian shares why he's stepped away from multifamily, for now, and what signals led him to target the senior housing sector. He explains why this niche is coming out of a bottom, how it differs from traditional real estate, and what makes triple-net lease investments in this space both stable and lucrative. The discussion covers risk, underwriting operators, HUD financing, and exit strategies, offering passive investors a crash course in how to assess and potentially capitalize on a misunderstood asset class. Key Takeaways: Why Brian Burke is “done with multifamily for now” What made assisted living a timely pivot How triple-net lease structures reduce landlord risk The importance of operator selection and lease coverage How HUD financing boosts returns and mitigates risk Exit strategies ranging from lease buybacks to portfolio sales Where this strategy fits on the broader risk spectrum What passive investors should ask before investing in senior housing Disclaimer The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only. All host and participant opinions are their own. Investment in any asset, real estate included, involves risk, so use your best judgment and consult with qualified advisors before investing. You should only risk capital you can afford to lose. Remember that past performance is not indicative of future results. This podcast may contain paid advertisements or other promotional materials for real estate investment advisers, investment funds, and investment opportunities, which should not be interpreted as a recommendation, endorsement, or testimonial by PassivePockets, LLC or any of its affiliates. Viewers must conduct their own due diligence and consider their own financial situations before engaging with any of the advertised offerings, products, or services. PassivePockets, LLC disclaims all liability for direct, indirect, consequential, or other damages arising out of reliance on information and advertisements presented in this podcast.
Podcast Notes(Organized for learning & insight discovery)00:00 – Welcome: Rethinking everything we thought we knew about home care04:12 – Home Care vs. Home Health: Why this distinction matters09:30 – Crisis vs. Prevention: The real cost of waiting too long13:40 – The ROI of Proactive Support: Reducing ER visits, boosting length of stay18:25 – A Personal Story: When caregiving becomes invisible and unsustainable24:15 – Independent Living Meets a New Era: Why “forever homes” need partners31:00 – The Overlooked Value for Facility Operations & Team Culture38:00 – How to Build a Proactive Referral Culture that Actually Works44:50 – The Language of Trust: Why the words we use can empower or isolate50:00 – Good vs. Transformational Partners: A Chick-fil-A meets Disney approach56:10 – Looking Ahead: How Your Health is shaping the future of care www.YourHealth.Org
What do you do when your aging parent needs care, but you live across the country and don't know where to start? In this episode, Casey Rausin, RN, CCM, and CEO of HOMECAREceo Forum, joins the show to help answer that question. With decades of experience in advanced aging and lifecare planning, Casey breaks down how her team acts like a “healthcare advisor,” helping families proactively manage aging-related care before it becomes a crisis. You'll learn why executive functioning is often the first red flag in elderly decline, why it's critical to know your parents' care team (just like you'd know their financial advisor or attorney), and how to approach care from a preventative, not reactive, mindset. Take The Pilot Wealth Index to find out if you are on track for retirement! You can find show notes, resources and more at: https://tinyurl.com/mw2j9fyn
Another day in the resistance against Republican fascism. Author Judy Karofsky joins Tara to discuss her book "DisElderly Conduct: The Flawed Business of Assisted Living and Hospice" and more! We discuss the madness __________________________________________________ Check out "The Tara Show" with Tara Devlin and Tara Dublin every Thursday 2PM EST on the Political Voices Network! www.youtube.com/@PoliticalVoicesNetwork Head on with Robyn Kincaid is on 5 nights a week! headon.live/ Tarabuster is among the independent media voices at APSRadioNews.com BECOME A "TARABUSTER" PATRON: www.patreon.com/taradevlin Subscribe to the Political Voices Substack: https://www.politicalvoicesnetwork.com/ Join the Tarabuster community on Discord too!! discord.gg/PRYDBx8 Buy some Resistance Merch and help support our progressive work! tarabustermerch.com/ Contact Tarabuster: tarabustershow@maskedfort.com Keep the REAL liberal media going and growing! Support Tarabuster: www.paypal.com/paypalme/taradacktyl
If civilizations are judged by how they care for their elderly, our report card is already written. Should there be anyone left to judge us – should humanity exist long enough to judge us – we've flunked.Steve's guest is Judy Karofsky, author of 'DisElderly Conduct: The Flawed Business of Assisted Living and Hospice,' who provides a critical examination of the elder care industry. Judy discusses her own struggles with assisted living facilities and hospice care, highlighting the systemic issues driven by the profit motive and lack of federal oversight. Assisted living is meant to be for seniors who don't yet need a nursing home. The facilities are supposed to provide the dignity of independence with up to three hours of care per week. Unfortunately, that means from zero to three. Often, it's zero – with no nurse on staff.In many cases the move from independent living isn't a health decision. It's business. The assisted living business is about real estate investment, not the needs of our nation's seniors. "Big investors, big REITs, Real Estate Investment Trusts, and yes, private equity have seen the potential and they're investing and the decision-making moves farther and farther away from the individual facility and farther and farther away from the resident.”Steve makes a case that will be familiar to our followers: that healthcare – and its federal oversight – are policy decisions, connected to ideology. It's the belief that there is no public money. ”There is only private property and there's only private equity and there's only private capital. And that when you impose regulations, you're imposing undue constraints on capital to do what capital would like to do. We have to start thinking about the world differently.”The episode illustrates the urgent need for reform in elder care. These challenges will one day touch everyone's lives or those of their loved ones.Judy Karofsky was a city council member and one of Wisconsin's first women mayors (Middleton). During her term of office, she established a now-thriving senior center and emergency medical services. She served on the executive staff of a governor and held multiple roles in housing and economic development for a state agency, a nonprofit housing development organization, and her own research firm. Before organizing and providing care for her mother, Judy filled interim positions for a statewide women's network – focusing on elder economic security – and for a coalition of state aging groups. Serving on nonprofit and municipal boards, she participates in policy discussions and comments publicly on demographic trends and urban growth.