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The Care Advocates is brought to you by the All Home Care Matters Media team and focuses on providing family caregivers and their loved ones with support, resources, and discussion on the issues facing them in the matrix of long-term care.   The Care Advocates are honored to welcome, Paula Muller as guest to the show.   About Paula Muller, PhD:   Paula Muller, PhD. Founder of CareLink360, brings a wealth of experience in healthcare technology, including a background in Biomedical Engineering, EEG analysis in Switzerland, Ph.D., and Post-doc work with Parkinson's patients. Her career spans tech and software development roles at companies like SiriusXM, Net-Scale Technologies, and Authentidate. Paula is certified in Individual Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (iCST), a Dementia Sales Advisor (DSA-NC), a Dementia Care Certified (CDC), a Certified Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia Care Training (CADDCT), and a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), and volunteers as a bilingual Community Educator and support group facilitator for the Alzheimer's Association.   Paula's vision for CareLink360®, inspired by her commitment to family bonds, aims to bring older adults and their loved ones closer together, Changing The Way The World Ages®.   About Lance A. Slatton - The Senior Care Influencer:   Lance A. Slatton is an author, writer, host, producer, healthcare professional for over 20 years, and renownedly known as "The Senior Care Influencer".   Lance A. Slatton is the host of the Award-Winning podcast & YouTube show All Home Care Matters. He is also a senior case manager at Enriched Life Home Care Services in Livonia, MI. Lance was named as "50 under 50" for 2023 and received the distinction as the Top Influencer for Healthcare and Advocacy for 2024.   Lance is also a columnist for multiple healthcare and news websites and and is the author of the award winning book "The All Home Care Matters Official Family Caregivers' Guide".   About Sharon's Son, George:   Dr. George Ackerman (Sharon's son) is from Brooklyn, N.Y. Now residing in Florida, he works in the fields of law, police, and education. George lost his mother, Sharon Riff Ackerman on 1/1/2020 due to Parkinson's Disease.   George wanted to honor his mother and continue to help in the Parkinson's awareness cause and did not know how to bring change. George started TogetherForSharon® as a family for the purpose of keeping his mother, Sharon Riff Ackerman's, memory alive and to share the message of Parkinson's Awareness and hope for a cure.   Today, Together or Sharon reaches thousands of individuals across the country for PD Awareness. George currently interviews individuals throughout the Parkinson's community including various foundations, caregivers, and Parkinson's warriors to help share their stories and causes.

Join Becky and Katana as they discuss:Understanding the costs associated with aging in place or moving.How to better evaluate the different living options available to aging parents.Strategies for improving outcomes for people as they age.A proud native of New Orleans, Louisiana, Becky grew up knowing the value of helping others from her parents. Becky received a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with an emphasis in marketing from Georgia State University in Atlanta. In addition, she is also a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA), Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Board Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA), and a Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer® (CADDCT).  Becky began her career in the field of geriatrics over 25 years ago. She developed and implemented a program for older adults seeking to house people and assist them so they could remain in their homes as independently as possible. In 2013, she joined a home care company, Bridgeway, and focused on educating individuals and the community about the benefits of geriatric care management and caregiving. As a Geriatric Care Manager and Patient Advocate, she works closely with clients and their families to make the best and most informed decisions possible. Becky understands the importance and value of geriatric care management and knows that it can positively impact an individual's quality of life.   Learn more about Becky at eizenconsultinggroup.com or call Becky at (248) 752-4389.

All Home Care Matters and our host, Lance A. Slatton were honored to welcome Pamela Mills as guest to the show.   About Pamela Mills:   Pamela Mills, Associate Director of Care Management for Corewood Care holds master's degrees in Counselor Education and Management of Aging Services. She holds certifications as a care manager through the National Academy of Certified Care Managers and as a Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer with the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners.   She is also an advanced professional with the Aging Life Care Association. With over 30 years in the field of aging services, Pamela guides people living with cognitive change, through the journeys of caregiving and receiving, where each person can feel independence, comfort, joy, and achievement. In addition to spending time with family, Pamela enjoys kayaking, photography, volunteering, and tending to the flock of backyard fowl and household animal companions.   About Corewood Care:   Corewood Care, founded in 2016 by Mary O'Donoghue, is an expanding home care and care management agency serving older adults in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. Mary's background as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) and her personal experience with her father's early-onset dementia have deeply influenced her approach, making Corewood a trusted partner in the community. Initially, Corewood was a one-person operation, with Mary herself providing care to the first clients. She collaborated with local schools to recruit younger adults passionate about senior care.   These individuals offered light assistance and companionship, making it easier for clients to transition to more comprehensive care when needed. Corewood's innovative approach of integrating care management services—initially seen as a risky move—proved beneficial, setting the agency apart in the industry. Mary's collaborative attitude fostered partnerships with other care managers and home care agencies, enhancing Corewood's reputation and credibility. As the company grew, so did its team.   Her CNA training helped her build strong relationships with the care team. Additionally, the Company is committed to caregiver satisfaction, highlighted by benefits like 401k plans, contributes to a positive work environment and better care for clients. Corewood Care stands out for its personalized, relationship-driven approach, its collaborative spirit within the industry, and its proactive, forward-thinking strategies that keep it ahead of industry trends.

Fall Prevention with Cognitive Impairment: It Takes a Village Lori La Bey talks with Dr. Shawn A. Weiss who is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a Certified Fall Prevention Specialist, and a Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer. Dr. Shawn Weiss is a licensed Physical Therapist, Functional Wellness Coach, and Healthcare Executive. She is Founder/Owner of Select Home Care, a licensed Medicare Skilled Home Health Agency established 20 years ago in 2004 in Columbus, Ohio. Her agency provides Nursing, Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapy services to older adults. Dr. Weiss is also the President of Senior Health and Wellness Group, where she does keynote speaking, consulting, and education/training services for caregivers, family members, and other medical professionals in the areas of Senior Health. Most recently she started Balance Functional Wellness, an Online Health Coaching platform helping individuals of all ages maximize their Optimal Health by addressing six vital Health pillars; Exercise, Sleep, Stress, Nutrition, Emotional Health, and Gut Health. Dr. Weiss obtained a B.S. in Education with a minor in English from Otterbein College in 1992.  Deciding to pursue her passion, she earned a Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from Andrews University in 1998.  She also completed her  Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Montana in 2010.  Shawn is a Certified Falls Prevention Specialist, Certified Dementia Practitioner, and Certified Alzheimer's and Dementia Disease Care Trainer. She is published in the area of Fall Prevention in Assisting Living Communities with an emphasis on Cognitive Impairment.  Most recently she completed her Functional Medicine Coursework as well as a Food as Medicine certificate. Shawn's proactive holistic approach to healthcare focuses on wellness and prevention strategies, with an emphasis on improving both the Physical and Emotional health of her clients. By incorporating Root Cause health into her assessment and treatment protocols, Dr. Weiss creates individual programs for her clients that maximize their quality of life and overall Joy! Learn: Percentage of falls reported and the  Examples of extrinsic prevention – environmental changes. Examples of Intrinsic prevention – Medications, food, hydration, sleep…   Watch the Video Interview Below https://youtu.be/35pIP-b5ILY Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alzheimers-speaks/id986940432 Listen and Subscribe to Alzheimer's Speaks on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/255okRnEgfCUqXq1NWcrT3 Other Podcasts https://pod.link/986940432   Contact Dr. Shawn Weiss Website  www.seniorhealthandwellness.org Coaching Website  www.shawn-michele.com Email   Shawn.weiss@seniorhealthandwellnes.org   Contact Lori La Bey with questions or branding needs at https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Alzheimer's Speaks Radio - Shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world one episode at a time by raising all voices and delivering sound news, not just sound bites since 2011. Alzheimer's Speaks is part of the Senior Resource Podcast Network.  Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is a brief excerpt from an eight-hour, day-long training program given by Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainers (CADDCT®) for the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP). This training is required for people to become Certified Dementia Practitioners (CDP®). In this clip, Attorney Julie Steinbacher, who is a CADDCT and a CDP, discusses the challenges that are present for those professionals and family members that are caregivers to people with dementia, and possible solutions, as well as things to look out for with respect to elder abuse and neglect. While the CDP® designation is primarily intended for professionals that work with people with dementia in the senior services industry, anyone that is interested is welcome to participate in the training program. Our law firm usually conducts 2-3 such trainings per year. If you are interested in participating in a future CDP training given by our firm, email us at info@paeldercounsel.com. 

Did you know that more than 800,000 older adults reside in 30,000 assisted living communities in the US and the majority of these residents are the "oldest old," or age 85 and older, female, and non-Hispanic white. Of those residents, 4 in 10 are living with Alzheimer's disease or other dementias. Services offered when residing in an Assisted Living Community can vary greatly. Understanding the differences is important when selecting the best setting to help live one's best life.   In this episode, Mary Beth Visniski, Certified Senior Advisor®, Certified Placement and Referral Specialist, Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer® and Certified Dementia Practitioner®  will share her insight on what exactly is Assisted Living and need to know information as one considers this senior living option.   Listen in to hear about the following: What is an Assisted Living Community, the range of services provided and who typically resides in this setting. Benefits of residing in an Assisted Living community. Tips for older adults and family caregivers when starting the search for Assisted Living community options. Recommended resources for older adults and family caregivers to consider when selecting an Assisted Living Community. To view resources, show notes and access more My Care Advisors episodes, visit mycareadvisors.com. We are grateful to be your guide.

Clinical Social Worker and family caregiving expert Stephanie Erickson talks about her new book Plan for Aging Well and shares practical advice on how to navigate your family's aging journey. About Stephanie Stephanie Erickson, author of Plan for Aging Well, was born and raised in California. She has a Master's Degree in Social Work, is a Certified Alzheimer's Disease Treatment Specialist (CADTS) licensed in both Quebec and California.   She founded Erickson Resource Group, a clinical practice providing decision-making capacity evaluations for legal proceedings and expert opinions related to support for older adults. She also provides online consulting services for caregivers throughout North America. As a Family Caregiving Expert, she is a regular contributor on media outlets throughout the U.S. and Canada discussing topics related to caregiving, health, and well-being. Stephanie is passionate about sharing her experience and knowledge and encouraging others to take control of their health and advocate on behalf of vulnerable populations. As a mom and entrepreneur, free time is hard to find. Yet, Stephanie always carves out time to enjoy the beach. She lives in California with her husband, two children and energetic golden retriever.  Learn more about Stephanie at stephanieerickson.com or find her on LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube and Instagram. Key Takeaways We have a crisis in the US healthcare system. One of the biggest challenges is access to quality consistent care. The care is often subpar, and the shortage of providers negatively impacts the quality of care. People don't want to plan for aging well because they are afraid of getting older. Fears like having reduced mobility, getting an illness, running out of money and dying can feel overwhelming. Everyone wins when you plan. Create a life plan early in you're in your 40s and 50's to share with adult children, family, and friends. We need a collaborative team approach to aging.

Marcy Baskin, owner of the Senior Care Authority franchise in San Francisco North Bay, is an advocate for families offering them strategies to calm the very difficult communication issues inherent with cognitive decline and to simplify their decision-making process. Her own experience of caring for her mother who had Alzheimer's Disease as well as her father with multiple physical ailments and cognitive disorders launched her into a later in life education and career change. Marcy studied Healthcare Navigation at Sonoma State University and holds certifications as a Certified Senior Advisor, Certified Dementia Practitioner and Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer. As a support group facilitator for the Alzheimer's Association, she is grateful for the opportunity to use her education, facilitation skills, personal experience, and knowledge of available resources to assist people with ongoing family caregiver challenges, particular strategies of how to communicate lovingly and with patience, even when it feels like the “end of the rope”.Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com/SFNorthBay

Rachelle Blough uses her background as a Certified Alzheimer's & Dementia trainer and rec therapist to inform her self-titled consulting agency work. She shares learnings from how communities have faired when all team members prioritize resident quality of life and how they've measured it. Hear stories of those success stories and what they've looked like this week.

There can be a communication and engagement gap between the majority of the population and older adults, people with disabilities, and people living with dementia.  Mainstream technology is not always serving these demographics but with intentional design applied to the development of products and services, we can bridge this gap.   This is the mission of Sociavi,  a platform specifically designed for those who are aging, physically challenged, and cognitively impaired.  The platform promotes engagement and a meaningful one-on-one connection avoiding social isolation and loneliness. Their mission is to provide the simplest way for older adults to maintain communication and companionship even when they've lost the ability to actively reach out by themselves.   My guest today is Paula Muller, founder of Sociavi. She brings her lifelong passion for technology and the desire to bring older adults and their families together.  Thus SOCIAVI was born, meaning in Latin to “share” & “unite”, with the goal of keeping those aging in place and their families connected and closer together. Thank you, Paula, for sharing your heart with us and for your gentle spirit. I'm so thankful our paths crossed.     Paula shares about: Her professional and personal background and Sociavi's mission to support older adults and families How we can support persons living with dementia How mainstream technology is not serving our older adults and how Sociavi can help The ways in which Sociavi supports engagement and connection between older adults and families How could this change the life of a person living with dementia Sociavi Brain Fitness Programs are cognitive exercises and activities Paula's volunteering work with the Alzheimer's Association as Bilingual Community Educator and Bilingual Support Group Facilitator Where we can learn more about Sociavi     About Paula Muller & Sociavi   Paula Muller, Ph.D. is the Founder of Sociavi Co. She has a lifelong passion for technology applied to healthcare. She got her M.S. in Biomedical Engineering in Chile working with the blind, then in Switzerland, she analyzed EEGs to prevent epileptic seizures, followed by her Ph.D. and Post-doc work at Rutgers with Parkinson's patients, and later at Authentidate with Telehealth products and services. Paula is certified in Individual Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (iCST), a Dementia Sales Advisor (DSA-NC), a Dementia Care Certified (CDC), a Certified Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia Care Training (CADDCT), and a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), and volunteers as a bilingual Community Educator and support group facilitator for the Alzheimer's Association.   The concept of Sociavi evolved from her professional background as well as her strong commitment to family relations and lifetime connections. Thus SOCIAVI was born, meaning in Latin to “share” & “unite”, with the goal of keeping those aging in place and their families connected and closer together.     At Sociavi Company, we design products specifically for those who are aging, physically challenged, and cognitively impaired including dementia & Alzheimer's. Our products promote engagement in 1:1 meaningful connections, avoiding social isolation, and loneliness by providing stimulating and soothing activities. Our mission is to provide the simplest way for aging adults to maintain communication and companionship even when they may have lost the ability to actively reach out by themselves due to dementia or normal aging, giving peace of mind to the ones who care for them.   Sociavi Website: https://www.sociavi.com LinkedIn Sociavi: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sociavi FB Sociavi: https://www.facebook.com/sociavic2m IM Sociavi: https://www.instagram.com/sociavi_to_share_and_unite TW Sociavi: https://twitter.com/sociavi1     We are not medical professionals and are not providing any medical advice. If you have any medical questions, we recommend that you talk with a medical professional of your choice. willGather has taken care in selecting its speakers but the opinions of our speakers are theirs alone. Thank you for your continued interest in our podcasts.   Please follow for updates, rate & review!   For more information about our guest, podcast & sponsorship opportunities, visit www.willgatherpodcast.com   Instagram: @willgather Facebook: WillGather   Nicole Will is our host and founder of willGather.

PT, PTA, OT, OTA – this podcast may help you meet your continuing education requirements. Access Relias Academy to review course certificate information.  In this episode we talk about one of those “unsolvable” problems, how do we manage fall risk for a patient with dementia? There are solutions! Listen to Cathy Ciolek, physical therapist and Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer, discuss effective strategies for rehabilitation therapists to implement with this patient population.   (01:55) Key Takeaways From Today's Discussion  (03:40) Domains of Cognition  (09:01) Sub-Components of Memory  (13:03) How Memory Impairments Impact Clinical Practice (19:20) Intervention Strategy: Creating a Positive Interaction  (23:29) Intervention Strategy: Employing Procedural Memory  (28:10) Intervention Strategy: Person-Centered Activities  (32:59) Assessment Tools to Use with People with Dementia  (36:35) Linking Assessments and Interventions: A Case Example  (42:54) Integrating a Person-Centered Approach in Your Interventions  (45:59) Helping Mitigate Fall Risk for Someone With Dementia  (54:24) Mitigating Fall Risk: A Clinical Example  (57:58) Balancing Risk and Safety  (1:04:26) Conclusion  The content for this course was created by Cathy Ciolek, PT, DPT, GCS, FAPTA The content for this course was created by Tiffany Shubert, PT, PhD Here is how Relias can help you earn continuing education credits:  Access your Relias Library offered by your employer to see course certificate information and exam;   or   Access the continuing education library for clinicians at Relias Academy. Review the course certificate information, and if eligible, you can purchase the course to access the course exam and receive your certificate.  Learn more about Relias at www.relias.com.    Legal Disclaimer: The content of Stretch: Relias Rehab Therapy Education is provided only for educational and training purposes for healthcare professionals. The educational material provided in this podcast should not be used as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others.  Resources  American Geriatrics Society 2019 Updated AGS Beers Criteria® for Potentially Inappropriate Medication Use in Older Adults: https://www.uclahealth.org/geriatrics/workfiles/education/clinical-skills/handouts/Education-Updated-Beers-List-2019.pdf   Empira's Evidence-Based Resources for Restorative Sleep: https://empira.org/resources   Pain Assessment in Advanced Dementia Scale (PAINAD): http://dementiapathways.ie/_filecache/04a/ddd/98-painad.pdf   Pain Assessment Checklist for Seniors with Limited Ability to Communicate (PACSLAC II): https://geriatricpain.org/sites/geriatricpain.org/files/2020-06/PACSLAC%20Checklist.pdf   STEADI – Older Adult Fall Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/steadi/index.html   The Otago Exercise Program: https://www.med.unc.edu/aging/cgwep/courses/exercise-program/

Uh-oh. Your life is already consumed with your job, your family, your hobbies... and now you just got a call that your mother is ill. In fact, it's a diagnosis you didn't see coming, nor are you prepared for - dementia.What's your next step?How do you handle news like this?Who will help you?That's the topic of this episode. Listen as my guest, Melissa Chambers, shares valuable insight from her personal and vast experience.Melissa Chambers brings more than 25 years of healthcare experience to her clients, having led operations and sales in the long-term care sector. She holds certifications as a Personal Care Home Administrator in PA as well as a Certified Dementia Practitioner, a Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer, and a Virtual Dementia Tour Certified Trainer. As the Founder and Chief-Consultant for her company, she is a dynamic speaker and is committed to and passionate about being a resource to her community and providing excellent customer service and care to all she serves.Additionally, she has been an Alzheimer's Association Support Group Facilitator for over 12 years, a Community Educator for the Alzheimer's Association, a Master Trainer in the Habilitation Approach to Dementia Care using the "Caring For People with Alzheimer's Disease" curriculum through the Alzheimer's Association, a Dementia Friend and a Dementia Friends Champion through Dementia Friends Ohio & Pennsylvania.Find Melissa at: https://www.melissachambersconsulting.com/To learn more, visit:www.servingstrong.comListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:www.missionmatters.com/author/scott-couchenourManaging Projects Doesn't Have to Be a MessBasecamp helps teams organize projects in a way that makes sense for all. Try Basecamp.Brand

Lady Michelle Servillas, PT, CEEAA, CADDCT, CDP manages and owns several home health companies, outpatient clinics, and a foundation that provides for underserved populations. In this episode, she shared valuable insight and advice on starting and owning a business. She described how she started in entrepreneurship, and how she manages multiple companies. She also discussed some drawbacks in being a business as well as failures and challenges she encounter as a business owner. Lady Servillas, PT is a Certified Exercise Expert for Aging Adults, a Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Practitioner Trainer, and a Certified Dementia Practitioner. She is a passionate and dedicated Physical therapist with over 20 years if experience in South Florida, mostly in the field of Geriatrics, Assisted Living Communities, and Resident Care. She manages and owns several home health companies, outpatient clinics, and a foundation that provides for underserved populations. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ptmealpodcast/support

#029. Brandie Bland is a Board-Certified Patient Advocate, Certified Brain Injury Specialist, and Certified Alzheimer's Caregiver. She has over a decade of experience in patient advocacy, medical billing and coding, health insurance navigation, durable medical equipment utilization and is an integral part of VP Medical Consulting since 2005.vp-medical.comPhone: 501-778-3378Fax: 501-315-3378Cell: 501-317-1276Facebook

#028. Brandie Bland is a Board-Certified Patient Advocate, Certified Brain Injury Specialist, and Certified Alzheimer's Caregiver. She has over a decade of experience in patient advocacy, medical billing and coding, health insurance navigation, durable medical equipment utilization and is an integral part of VP Medical Consulting since 2005.vp-medical.comPhone: 501-778-3378Fax: 501-315-3378Cell: 501-317-1276Facebook

Maria Khader has worked in the healthcare field since 1995 specializing in the care of and advocating for the elderly. She established JK House of Grace Assisted Living Facilities in 1995.  With Maria as the Director, these homes are recognized by colleagues and medical professionals for providing high quality nursing care, and specializing in the most difficult and complex cases of advanced dementia/behavioral problems.  She has fulfilled her lifelong dream, where every aspect of the residents' lives – body, mind, and spirit – are cared for and vital to their treatment. She is known as “The Dementia Whisperer” because of the gifts she uses to enhance the lives of her residents.Maria is currently certified as a Case Manager/Delegating Nurse, a Certified Dementia Practitioner and a Certified Alzheimer's disease Dementia Care Trainer and Speaker.  In her many years in the health care field she has received honors from King Hussein and Queen Noor al Hussein in Jordan as an outstanding graduate in Nursing.  She has also received certificates in public health and education from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD and certificates in curriculum development, education and development of education materials from Nottingham University in the UK.Maria's ongoing passion is to see her patients receive the best love and care possible. Her husband and 4 children are deeply involved in the day to day operations of the facilities and committed to supporting her passion.Follow Knowledgeable Aging:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Knowledgeable-Aging-102638398162823Twitter: https://twitter.com/KnowledgeAgingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/knowledgeableaging/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/knowledgeable-aging/?viewAsMember=trueSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/05OHF9FkmhzCO5PDsyGfGqNewsletter: https://www.knowledgeableaging.com/newsletter/

Some people age more gracefully than others. The benefits of Assisted Living as we age can be a great relief if your state of mind is remotely ready for the change. Many times you are not totally convinced, however many who experience the difference find the communities to be a welcome relief.The friendships you make as part of the Assisted Living community are real and meaningful and supportive. Residents go through the trials of everyday life together laughing about the minutia of expectations, needs and wants.Christy Christine is an accomplished Senior Specialist with a 30 year career working in the senior living industry passionately guiding, educating and coaching seniors as well as their families towards their next chapter. She has an MBA with specialization in Health Care Administration, Certified Alzheimer's Support Group Facilitator and is a Certified Argentum Senior Counselor. Jennie Paul, a long time journalist and Christy talk with Mark Alyn on this edition of Late NIght Health.

Some people age more gracefully than others. The benefits of Assisted Living as we age can be a great relief if your state of mind is remotely ready for the change. Many times you are not totally convinced, however many who experience the difference find the communities to be a welcome relief.The friendships you make as part of the Assisted Living community are real and meaningful and supportive. Residents go through the trials of everyday life together laughing about the minutia of expectations, needs and wants.Christy Christine is an accomplished Senior Specialist with a 30 year career working in the senior living industry passionately guiding, educating and coaching seniors as well as their families towards their next chapter. She has an MBA with specialization in Health Care Administration, Certified Alzheimer's Support Group Facilitator and is a Certified Argentum Senior Counselor. Jennie Paul, a long time journalist and Christy talk with Mark Alyn on this edition of Late NIght Health.

Here is Frank Bruno's daily dose of elder law. Elder Law attorneys help their clients facing incapacity, paying for long-term care, or settling an estate. Find us on the web! For more information visits my website at https://www.frankbrunolaw.com Schedule a free telephone consultation on our Website at https://frankbrunolaw.apptoto.com// Say Hi on Social: Visit my Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/frankbrunoesq/?hl=en Visit my Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LawOfficeofFrankBrunoJr/ Visit my Linkedin page at https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-bruno-2aa14799/ Visit my Twitter page at https://twitter.com/_frankbrunolaw Website: https://www.frankbrunolaw.com What we do at our offices: Wills, Trusts, Estates, Powers of Attorney, Nursing Home Medicaid, Long Term Care Planning, Guardianship, Real Property transfers & Probate Frank Bruno, Jr. is an Elder Law and Special Needs lawyer with years of experience handling these types of cases. He is extremely active in the Queens, New York Community, the Queens County Bar Association, and New York State Bar Association and is frequently invited to speak at events about Elder Law. If you'd like to learn more about Elder Law, Medicaid planning, Guardianship, Special Needs Trusts, or Probate law contact the Law Office of Frank Bruno, Jr. today at 718-418-5000. Thank you for listening! Eldercare law is really an umbrella term encompassing multiple areas of law. Some elder care attorneys handle subjects that most people know something about, such as probate, guardianship, estate planning. Other eldercare lawyers focus their practice on other areas of law such as special needs planning, VA benefits planning, and Medicaid planning. So, what is Medicaid planning? Medicaid planning is a way to protect people's assets from the threat of long-term care expenses. Many clients are between 65 and 95, own their own homes, and have between $25,000 and $750,000 worth of assets in addition to the house. What many people don't realize is exactly how expensive long term care expenses can be – In 2020 the average costs of a skilled nursing facility, in New York is $14,250.00 per month. Someone can be solidly middle class or upper-middle class, have saved their whole life, and think that they'll have plenty of money for whatever happens only to suffer a stroke, major heart attack or get an Alzheimer's or Parkinson's diagnosis and need help with their activities of daily living. If they have this six-figure per year care expense, many people spend everything. Medicare does not pay skilled nursing home expenses after 100 days. An elder care attorney, who handles Medicaid planning, is able to legally and ethically protect people's assets to get them qualified for Medicaid. Medicaid, unlike Medicare, has excellent long-term care benefits. This helps them supplement their lifestyle with their own assets (to improve the quality of their life while alive) and make it more likely that they will have something to pass onto their heirs after they pass away. There are many myths and much misinformation surrounding long-term care Medicaid in New York. To learn more please visit... https://www.frankbrunolaw.com

The burnout rate for caregivers is alarmingly high. Stress plays a large role in affecting our health and our ability to properly care for our loved ones. How do we create an effective contingency plan should we or our loved one's caregiver fall ill or are unable to provide care? Stephanie Erickson, author of Plan for Aging Well, was born and raised in California. She has a Master's Degree in Social Work, is a Certified Alzheimer's Disease Treatment Specialist (CADTS) and is licensed in both Quebec and California.    Stephanie Erickson walks us through creating a care contingency plan: How can creating a plan give families peace of mind? What are signs we should pay attention to in regards to our health and burnout? As we look at the increasing burnout families are facing and possibly needing to respond quickly in crisis-how do we build a collaborative team from the beginning of the aging journey with our loved one to set us up for success? For families that are overwhelmed, what is the advice you would give them on where to start first?   You can learn more about Stephanie at www.stephanieerickson.ca or find her on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.   We are not medical professionals and are not providing any medical advice. If you have any medical questions, we recommend that you talk with a medical professional of your choice. willGather has taken care in selecting its speakers but the opinions of our speakers are theirs alone. Thank you for your continued interest in our podcasts.   Please subscribe for updates, rate & review! We love hearing from you and by reviewing our podcast it helps others find us!    For more information about our guests, podcast & sponsorship opportunities, visit www.willgatherpodcast.com Instagram: @willgather Facebook: WillGather Nicole Will is our host and founder of willGather, LLC. Available wherever you find your podcasts!

In EP 35,  we spoke with  Marisa Pasquini, an international educator for caregivers who serve people with dementia and Alzheimer’s. She has spent the last 12 years developing strategies that help caregivers survive the challenges of caring for people with dementia. She takes an empathic approach in assessing the needs of clients with dementia and teaches caregiving skills that allow the caregiver to accept and enter into the persons' "New Reality." The goal of developing these skills is to decrease the fear experienced by people with dementia, helping them feel safe. Her methodology gives caregivers confidence, creates inclusion for people experiencing cognitive decline and an empowered way of being in relationship with them. Marisa is especially skilled at understanding the rhythm of the person with dementia, and focusing on the state of the caregiver who is overwhelmed, grieving and in need of self-care.Marisa a Certified Alzheimer's and Aging Educator and a Certified Dementia Practitioner. She's the founder of the National Home Care Academy  and provides certified training for professional caregivers, and support, education and consulting for family caregivers. Marisa is the author of the Amazon Best Seller, Surviving Dementia Without Losing Your Mind.Receive your audio book at 50% off HERE(this link should include the discount code, but if not the Discount Code is loveconquers at checkout (not case sensitive)Find Marisa at:FACEBOOKNATIONAL HOME CARE ACADEMYSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/preview/3feccac8decf451cbee818066461f7c1)

Today, our special guest is the CEO/Founder of Enchanted Hearts Alzheimer's and Dementia Association. She trains memory care professionals and caregivers to care for individuals with Alzheimer's. She is the CEO/Founder of Charlie's Home for Vets, which assists homeless veterans with housing, clothing, shoes, hygiene items, and community education courses. She is also the CEO/Founder of the nonprofit organization, The Jacqueline Smith Foundation, which addresses active military, veterans, homeless veterans, and underserved communities. The foundation's mission is to empower and equip our military men and women with the resources needed to maintain and sustain our community. They do this by offering free financial literacy classes, navigation of veteran resource classes, mental health outreach programs, and free professional headshots to assist with professional portfolios. She has an extensive background in the medical field with over 20 + years of experience. In addition to being a Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer, Certified Dementia Care Specialist, Certified Online Training Professional, and Dementia Care Specialist. She also has an extensive background in pediatric and geriatric nursing. She has worked with special needs children and adults for 13 years. She is a CPR instructor, teaching the community how to save lives and recognize unsafe situations. She is highly active in volunteering and giving back to her community. She believes that education is the key to being successful and competent in one's career, along with hard work and dedication. Welcome to our Featured Guest, Jacqueline Smith. This is an episode that is surely worth exploring every minute of their discussion. Tune in and listen. #kut2thachase #podcast #unscripted #unbridled #episode4everyone #E79 #onamissiontobethechange #satx #sanantonio #sanantoniopodcast #sanantoniopodcaster #sanantonioinfluencer --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kut2thachase/support

If you want to improve communication -- with anyone and the person living with dementia- take a moment to listen to our fun and valuable conversation. A chat with Jytte Fogh Lokvig, Ph.D. who began the Alzheimer's Cafes here in the US- where there are now more than 500 across the US. She's the author of 6 books! www.AlzheimersAtoZ.com Certified Alzheimer's and Dementia Educator Author: Alzheimer's A to Z, Successful Caregiving Alzheimer's A to Z, A Quick Reference Guide The Alzheimer's Creativity Project 2 The Alzheimer's and Dementia Handbook For the full transcript of this podcast, go to https://www.caregiverwellnessretreat.com/improving-communication Please show your support for our Podcast and host more conversations about Caregiving by donating or signing up to join the conversation today at this link: https://www.caregiverwellnessretreat.com/donate-caregivers-retreats --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/caregiver-wellness15/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/caregiver-wellness15/support

Stephanie Erickson, author of Plan for Aging Well, was born and raised in California. She has a Master’s Degree in Social Work, is a Certified Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment Specialist (CADTS) and is licensed in both Quebec and California.She founded Erickson Resource Group, a clinical practice providing decision-making capacity evaluations for legal proceedings and expert opinions related to support for older adults. She also provides online consulting services for caregivers throughout North America. As a Family Caregiving Expert, she is a regular contributor on media outlets throughout the U.S. and Canada discussing topics related to caregiving and health and well-being, as well as the host of several caregiving web series.Stephanie is passionate about sharing her experience and knowledge and encouraging others to take control of their health and advocate on behalf of vulnerable populations. As a mom and entrepreneur, free time is hard to find. Yet, Stephanie always carves out time to train on the flying trapeze. She lives in Montreal with her husband, two children and energetic golden retriever.You can learn more about Stephanie at www.stephanieerickson.ca or find her on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.Stephanie's personal website: https://stephanieerickson.ca/

Stephanie Erickson, Author of "Plan for Aging Well," was born and raised in California. She has a Master’s Degree in Social Work, is a Certified Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment Specialist (CADTS) and is licensed in both Quebec and California. She founded Erickson Resource Group, a clinical practice providing decision-making capacity evaluations for legal proceedings and expert opinions related to support for older adults. She also provides online consulting services for caregivers throughout North America. As a Family Caregiving Expert, she is a regular contributor on media outlets throughout the U.S. and Canada discussing topics related to caregiving and health and well-being, as well as the host of several caregiving web series. Stephanie is passionate about sharing her experience and knowledge and encouraging others to take control of their health and advocate on behalf of vulnerable populations. As a mom and entrepreneur, free time is hard to find. Yet, Stephanie always carves out time to train on the flying trapeze. She lives in Montreal with her husband, two children and energetic golden retriever.

Betsy Wurzel's interview is with Marisa Pasquini on how important self-care is for the Caregiver. Marisa Pasquini is the founder of the National Home Care Academy, CDP, CAEd, Certified Dementia Practitioner and Certified Alzheimer's Educator Marisa provides some very great tips on self-care and how it helps the caregiver in so many ways. There many caregivers that would say “I don't have time for self-care. In reality, You do! What does Marisa say about what is the most important part of the book? For more information on this interview:https://bit.ly/2FLmenW I hope all is going well for you and your family. Jeanne White, Station Manager, Passionate World Talk Radio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Betsy Wurzel’s interview is with Marisa Pasquini on how important self-care is for the Caregiver. Marisa Pasquini is the founder of the National Home Care Academy, CDP, CAEd, Certified Dementia Practitioner and Certified Alzheimer’s EducatorMarisa provides some very great tips on self-care and how it helps the caregiver in so many ways. There many caregivers that would say “I don’t have time for self-care. In reality, You do! What does Marisa say about what is the most important part of the book?For more information on this interview:https://bit.ly/2FLmenWI hope all is going well for you and your family. Jeanne White, Station Manager, Passionate World Talk Radio

This episode features Fort Lee Regional Chamber of Commerce member Doug Feltman. Doug founded Fort Lee Home Helpers in 2008 and Certified Alzheimer's Caregiver.  Home Helpers is an in-home companion care helps seniors stay socially active and engaged, with activities and attention that help provide a richer, more fulfilling life. Doug has a team that he works closely with to provide the the very best care for their elderly clients. We also discuss the on going steps that his team takes to make sure their helpers take to not spread Covid 19 to their clients. For more information on Doug and Home Helpers: https://www.homehelpershomecare.com/southernbergencounty/home https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougfeltman/ https://www.youtube.com/user/HomeHelpersCC https://www.facebook.com/HomeHelpersOfFortLee https://twitter.com/HomeHelpersNJ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougfeltman/   Executive Director of Fort Lee Regional Chamber of Commerce (FLRCC), Hope Rothenberg and FLRCC member and owner of One of One Productions Podcast Studio, Fela Davis co-host “Members At Work” Podcast! Members at work podcast was created to give the Fort Lee Regional Chamber of Commerce (FLRCC) members in Cliffside Park, Englewood Cliffs, Edgewater, Fort Lee, Leonia, Palisades Park, and Ridgefield a new approach to informing the community about their businesses. Enhancing our members' visibility and promoting commerce in our communities has always been our goal. The podcasts will feature a new member every episode! Creating an opportunity for the public to intimately get to know each business as they tell their story. The FLRCC is your resource portal for business information and contacts in Northern Bergen County fostering quality relationships among businesses by providing ongoing networking opportunities in the form of Networking Events and smaller Networking Groups, Speaker Breakfasts, Golf Outings, Dinner Dances and now podcasts! For more information about the FLRCC or to join, visit: https://www.fortleechamber.com https://www.facebook.com/FLRCC/ https://www.instagram.com/fortleechamberofcommerce/ One of One Productions studio is the home of Members At Work Podcast! One of One is a podcast studio that caters to the booming business of podcasting live-streaming and audiobook recording! Offering a comfortable atmosphere with the latest audio technology available to record your podcasts! Their 4 guest table or an intimate podcast on the couch is designed to put you and your guest at ease. They are a full service media company in audio and video podcasting with podcast rental gear available! They also partner with clients to create modern videos/short documentaries for businesses and individuals. Want to learn more about Fela and One of One Productions? www.oneofoneproductions.com www.23dbproductions.com https://www.facebook.com/oneofoneprostudio https://www.instagram.com/oneofoneprostudio https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3UhWucbZWyCftr3ELbQ8bg/videos Please follow and share on Facebook & Instagram!!!

Dr. Cathy Ciolek comes onto the HET Podcast to discuss geriatric rehabilitation in clinical practice and education.   Resources Mentioned: Frameworks Institute Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Memory Cafe directory Dementia Beyond Drugs by G. Allen Power Dementia Beyond Disease by G. Allen Power 2016 McMillan Lecture, Carole B. Lewis Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy (AGPT) Essential Competencies in the Care of Older Adults at the Completion of the Entry-level Physical Therapist Professional Program of Study AGPT Essential Competencies in the Care of Older Adults at the Completion of the Entry-level Physical Therapist Assistant Program of Study White Paper: Strength Training for the Older Adult by Dale Avers and Marybeth Brown Living Well With Dementia, LLC   Biography: Cathy Ciolek, PT, DPT, FAPTA has been a physical therapist for 30 years and board certified as a Geriatric Clinical Specialist since 1996. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) and Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) by the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. She previously served as Regional Director for the Pennsylvania Restraint Reduction Initiative (PARRI), providing education and consultation for issues related to well-being (falls, engagement, medication reduction) to nursing homes throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania via a CMS grant.  Prior to that Dr. Ciolek served as assistant professor and director of clinical education for the University of Delaware, Department of Physical Therapy.  She has practiced as a physical therapist in outpatient, SNF, home health and CCRC facilities over the course of her career. Contact information: Website: www.livingwellwithdementiallc.com Twitter: @LivingWDementia You can find Cathy's E-Mail on the AGPT Website       The PT Hustle Website Schedule an Appointment with Kyle Rice HET LITE Tool Anywhere Healthcare (code: HET)

https://youtu.be/4cBybC895vc Our host Chuck McClatchley has a wonderful discussion about the importance of exercise with Cathy Ciolek. Cathy Ciolek has been a physical therapist for 30 years and board certified as a Geriatric Clinical Specialist since 1996. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) and Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) by the [...]

On my show today we are going to delve into the awful time in caregivers lives when they need to discuss talking to their loved ones about no longer driving.  It hits so deeply on so many levels - self worth, independence, end of life, etc.  There is no easy answer to how to have this conversation, but there are tips we can learn and use to make this easier for caregivers. My guest is Penny Patnaude, the founder of Caregiver Strategist LLC, located in New Jersey. The company is devoted to training front-line health professionals implement best care practices, protection, assistance, acknowledgment and communication techniques for individuals living with cognitive impairment.  As a former caregiver with decades of experiences, Penny knows firsthand the devastation diseases like Alzheimer's and Dementia cause. Penny provides families with information and strategies to develop skills in managing difficult behaviors, crisis planning and creating safer environments. Penny holds a Masters of Degree with a Concentration in Training and Education; Bachelors Degree in Psychology; she is Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer; Certified Dementia Practitioner; Certified Dementia Support Group Facilitator and national speaker. For more information about Penny and contact information visit her web site The Caregiver Strategist. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/caring-conversations/message

On my show today we are going to delve into the awful time in caregivers lives when they need to discuss talking to their loved ones about no longer driving.  It hits so deeply on so many levels - self worth, independence, end of life, etc.  There is no easy answer to how to have this conversation, but there are tips we can learn and use to make this easier for caregivers. My guest is Penny Patnaude, the founder of Caregiver Strategist LLC, located in New Jersey. The company is devoted to training front-line health professionals implement best care practices, protection, assistance, acknowledgment and communication techniques for individuals living with cognitive impairment.  As a former caregiver with decades of experiences, Penny knows firsthand the devastation diseases like Alzheimer’s and Dementia cause. Penny provides families with information and strategies to develop skills in managing difficult behaviors, crisis planning and creating safer environments. Penny holds a Masters of Degree with a Concentration in Training and Education; Bachelors Degree in Psychology; she is Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer; Certified Dementia Practitioner; Certified Dementia Support Group Facilitator and national speaker. For more information about Penny and contact information visit her web site The Caregiver Strategist. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/caring-conversations/message

Today we are lucky to have Philip Choban, known as, “Flip”, with us to discuss how he has personally been “Navigating Barriers & Bridges Between Romania & America.” Philip is CEO/Co-Founder of TeleMed Europa and Managing Director of Telios Romania.  He is also the Ambassador in Romania for the Purple Angel Dementia Education Movement and a Certified Alzheimer's Care-giving Specialist. Philip is heavily involved in education for Alzheimer's Disease with a specific focus on care-giving for Alzheimer's patients. He understands it as he has personally lived it, caring for his wife Carmen. He is also working in conjunction with HealthCare Interactive in the United States to develop a Romanian version of its training curriculum. Contact Information For ppciousa@gmail.com philip.choban@telios.ro philip.choban@telemedeuropa.com Additional Resource Information: Alzheimer's Speaks Resource Website: https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Keynote Speaker: https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/event-planners Dementia Chats™: https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-chats-webinar Conscious Caring Resources: https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/conscious-caring-resources Join The Purple Angel Project: https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/purple-angel-projectSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we are lucky to have Patti Kerr a Certified Alzheimer's Educator, keynote speaker, former Alzheimer's caregiver and the author of “I Love You, Who Are You? Loving and Caring for a Parent with Alzheimer's?” Contact Information For Patti Kerr WEBSITE: www.pattikerr.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/I-Love-You-Who-Are-You-100310706678956/ Linked In: Patti Kerr Additional Resource Information: Alzheimer's Speaks Resource Website: https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/ Keynote Speaker: https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/event-planners Dementia Chats™: https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/dementia-chats-webinar Conscious Caring Resources: https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/conscious-caring-resources Join The Purple Angel Project: https://www.alzheimersspeaks.com/purple-angel-project Check out Audible www.audibletrial.com/SOCIAL Check out Fresh Books www.gofreshbooks.com/aliveSupport this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GUEST: Billy Jack Smith, Certified Alzheimer’s Disease Educator and a Caregiver, Dallas, Texas With a family history of Alzheimer’s and personal experience in computer technology, Billy Jack Smith is taking action steps in Dallas which hold promise for other families nationwide. … Read more about this episode...