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Estate Planning 101: Protect Your Family, Your Wishes and Your Legacy
Estate planning is one of those subjects many people know they should address, but it is easy to put off. You may think estate...
Senior Real Estate Planning: Protecting Aging Parents, Wealth and Independence
When an aging parent owns a home, that property may represent much more than a place to live. It may be the family’s largest financial asset, a source of security, a potential resource for future care, and an important part of the family legacy. That is why decisions about whether to sell, downsize, remodel, age in place, or move into senior living can become complicated very quickly. Suzanne talks with Cory about taking a broader view of senior real estate—one that considers the older adult’s home, finances, care needs, estate planning, family relationships, and long-term goals.
Helping Aging Parents Navigate Senior Care, Real Estate and Life Transitions
When an aging parent begins to need more help, families can suddenly find themselves facing a long list of difficult questions. Is it time for Mom or Dad to move? Can they safely remain at home? Who should help manage their care? What happens to the family home? Do the right legal documents exist? And what happens when siblings disagree about what should happen next? These questions are at the heart of a five-part conversation on Care & Crossroads, hosted by Daphne Davis of Pinnacle Senior Placements with Rebecca Bomann of SASH Realty and SASH Services. The conversation explores the practical, financial and emotional challenges families encounter when an older adult needs to transition from a longtime home or prepare for changing care needs.
Senior Real Estate and Estate Planning: Why Families Should Plan Before a Crisis
Suzanne and Cory explore senior real estate planning, capital gains, estate planning, senior living, family communication and strategies for preserving and transferring wealth. The final segment takes an especially personal turn when Cory interviews his father, Danny Boldroff, about what he has learned about aging and planning for the future. The result is a conversation with an important message: planning ahead gives families more choices.
Alzheimer’s and Aging in Place: How Home Design Can Support Safety, Comfort and Independence
When a loved one is living with Alzheimer’s disease, an important part of the care equation can sometimes be overlooked: the home itself. The physical environment can influence how easily someone moves through a home, recognizes rooms and objects, follows familiar routines and maintains independence. It can also have a major impact on the people providing care. This is the focus of a special five-part conversation on the SilverHome Radio Show with Barry Long, Tom Minty, and Paul Kocharhook. The conversation covers everything from lighting, color and texture to bathroom safety, caregiver accessibility, wayfinding, sundowning and the importance of planning before a crisis occurs.
Bathroom Safety for Seniors: A Complete Guide to Aging-in-Place Bathroom Remodeling
For many older adults, staying in the home they love is an important part of maintaining independence and quality of life. But as mobility, balance, strength or other needs change, the home may need to change, too. And one of the most important places to consider is the bathroom. Bathrooms can present a surprising number of safety challenges. Slippery surfaces, high bathtub walls, narrow doorways, poor lighting, inadequate support, electrical hazards and difficult-to-reach fixtures can all make everyday routines more challenging. Suzanne Newman talks with Paul Kocharhook about how to create safer, more accessible and more comfortable bathrooms.
The Future of Cognitive Care: New Hope for People Living With MCI and Dementia
Memory changes can be frightening—for the person experiencing them and for the family members who notice them first. A missed appointment, a repeated question or difficulty finding the right word can raise uncomfortable questions: Is this normal aging? Could it be mild cognitive impairment (MCI)? Is dementia beginning? And, perhaps most importantly, what can we do about it? Those questions are at the heart of this five-part North Star Leaders & Innovators episode of Answers for Elders. Host Suzanne Newman talks with Daniel Kelly, Chief Innovation Officer at New Days.AI, about changing attitudes toward cognitive decline and the emerging role of technology, clinical care and cognitive rehabilitation.
How AI Is Transforming Senior Care: Fall Prevention, Aging in Place and Safer Care
Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday life, but what does AI mean for older adults, caregivers and families navigating senior care? Suzanne talks with Kim Elliott, Chief Clinical Advisor at Teton.AI, about how artificial intelligence and computer vision are changing the way senior care can be delivered. The discussion focuses on an especially important question for families: Can technology help older adults stay safer, healthier and independent longer? The answer may be yes, particularly when AI is used to identify changes in an older adult's normal patterns before those changes become emergencies.
Senior Real Estate Planning: How to Protect, Manage and Transfer Generational Wealth
For many older adults, real estate represents one of the largest sources of wealth they will ever own. A longtime family home, a rental property or a portfolio of investment properties can provide financial security—but those properties can also create complicated decisions as retirement approaches and families begin planning for the future. Suzanne talks with Cory Boldroff, a certified senior real estate planner, about the unique challenges seniors and their families face when managing, selling, downsizing and transferring real estate. Cory's focus is helping families build, protect and transfer generational wealth through real estate, while developing strategies for the next transition.
How Senior-Friendly Technology Can Help Older Adults Age in Place and Stay Connected
For many older adults, aging in place means more than remaining in a familiar home. It means maintaining independence, staying connected to family and friends, receiving the care they need, and feeling secure even when loved ones live far away. Technology can help make that possible—but only when it is designed around the person using it. Suzanne and Lindsay Friedman welcome Traci Lamb, an International Business Development Specialist and Strategic Partnerships leader with OdessaConnect. Their conversation explores an intriguing approach to senior technology and aging in place: using the television, one of the most familiar devices in a senior's home, as a simple communication and care connection.
Digital Legacy Planning: Why Your Online Life Belongs in Your End-of-Life Plan
Today, our phones and computers hold an extraordinary amount of personal information. Family photographs, videos, email, financial accounts, social media, important documents, passwords and cherished memories may all exist digitally. Yet many people have never considered what happens to those assets if they die or become unable to manage them. Suzanne and Lindsay Friedman welcome Niki Weiss, a Digital Legacy Thanatologist and founder and CEO of ENDevo. Their conversation explores why digital legacy planning should become part of every family's broader end-of-life and senior care planning.
Senior Real Estate: Use Your Home to Create a Better Retirement
For many older adults, a home is much more than four walls and a roof. It's where children were raised, holidays were celebrated, and memories were made over decades. It's also often the largest financial asset they'll ever own. Yet when it comes time to plan for retirement, aging in place, or a future move, many families don't know where to begin. Suzanne sits down with Certified Senior Real Estate Planner Cory Boldroff to discuss how to strategically use your home to improve your quality of life while protecting your financial future. Cory explains why senior real estate planning is really about creating choices.
CareBLOOM Brings Peace of Mind to Family Caregivers Through Smart Senior Monitoring Technology
For millions of families, one of the biggest questions isn’t whether an aging parent needs help—it’s whether they’re safe when no one is there. Adult children often worry about falls, changes in daily routines, missed medications, or whether Mom or Dad is quietly struggling alone at home. Suzanne Newman and Lindsay Friedman welcome Shannon Lyons, Chief Operating Officer of CareBLOOM. Together they discuss how technology is transforming the way families support older adults who are aging in place or living in senior communities. Rather than replacing caregivers, CareBLOOM is designed to give families greater peace of mind through continuous monitoring, real-time insights, and personalized support that helps older adults remain independent for as long as possible.
Moving an Aging Parent Across State Lines: What Every Family Needs to Know
Relocating an aging parent isn’t as simple as packing boxes and hiring movers. Every state has different laws, healthcare systems, financial assistance programs, and long-term care resources. Without careful planning, families can quickly become overwhelmed by unexpected legal, financial, and medical challenges. Suzanne and Lindsay Friedman welcome Melanie Gloede, franchise owner of CarePatrol serving the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Together, they share practical guidance for families who are considering moving an older loved one across state lines and explain how working with experienced senior care advisors can make the process significantly easier.
Protecting Your Home, Your Legacy, and Your Family: Estate Planning Tips Every Senior Should...
For many older adults, their home represents much more than a place to live. It’s where memories were made, families were raised, and often it’s the largest financial asset they’ll ever own. But without careful planning, that same home can become the source of family conflict, unnecessary taxes, probate delays, and financial hardship. Suzanne Newman and Cory discuss how seniors and their families can protect their homes, preserve generational wealth, and avoid many of the common pitfalls that occur when estate planning is overlooked.
Estate Planning for Seniors: How to Protect Your Family, Your Assets, and Your Wishes
Estate planning is one of those topics that many families know they should discuss, but often postpone until it's too late. Whether it's because the conversation feels uncomfortable or because people assume estate planning is only for the wealthy, delaying these important decisions can create unnecessary stress, conflict, and financial hardship for loved ones. Suzanne and Cory explain why every adult—not just retirees or affluent families—needs an estate plan. Their conversation goes far beyond wills and trusts. Together, they discuss how thoughtful planning protects your family during life, after death, and throughout the many transitions that come with aging.
Longevity Planning: Will You Outlive Your Money or Will Your Money Work for You?
Suzanne and Lindsay introduce Michael Banner, founder of the 62 Who Knew podcast and retirement planning platform, to explore one of the biggest challenges facing older adults today: how to prepare financially for longevity. The question many families are beginning to ask is no longer simply, "Can I retire?" but rather, "Can my money support me throughout a longer life?"
Senior Care Planning: 5 Essential Conversations Every Family Should Have
What happens when your aging parent reaches a crossroads and you don't know how to help? In this episode, Suzanne and Cory discuss how adult children can start important conversations with aging parents while preserving their dignity, independence, and autonomy. Learn why waiting until a crisis occurs often creates unnecessary stress, family conflict, and uncertainty.
Aging in Place Safely: When Is It Time for Home Care?
Host Suzanne Newman welcomes Mike Carter, owner of Coast Family Home Care, to discuss what aging in place really looks like for seniors and their families. This episode focuses on the early warning signs families often miss: fall risks, changes in mobility, hygiene concerns, neglected household tasks, poor nutrition, isolation, and shrinking social activity.
Senior Real Estate Planning: How to Protect Family Wealth and Avoid Costly Mistakes
What happens when aging parents face major housing decisions without a plan? In this episode of Answers for Elders, host Suzanne Newman welcomes certified Senior Real Estate Planner Cory Boldhoff, founder of The Complete Real Estate Group and Complete Senior Solutions. Cory shares his personal family experiences that inspired his mission to help seniors and their families build, protect, and transfer generational wealth through real estate while avoiding the costly mistakes that can create family conflict and financial hardship.
Moving to Senior Living: How the Right Support Can Make All the Difference
Making the move to senior living is one of life's most significant transitions. For older adults, it often means leaving a home filled with decades of memories, adjusting to a new environment, and facing the emotions that come with change. For family members, it can bring questions, concerns, and uncertainty about how best to support a loved one through the process. In this special Trustcasters episode, host Suzanne Newman visits The Gardens at Town Square, an Era Living community in Bellevue, Washington, and speaks with mental health counselor Seth Hutchins.
Is Senior Living Right for You? One Resident Shares How Community Living Replaced Loneliness...
Many older adults wonder what life is really like after moving into a senior living community. Will it feel like home? Will there be opportunities to make friends? Will you lose your independence? And perhaps most importantly, will your quality of life improve? In this special Trustcasters episode of Answers for Elders, Suzanne visits The Gardens at Town Square, an Era Living community in Bellevue, Washington, and speaks with resident Catherine Alexander about her personal journey through senior living.
What Makes a Great Senior Living Community? Inside Life at The Gardens at Town...
Step inside one of the Pacific Northwest’s premier senior living communities in this special Trustcasters episode of Answers for Elders. Host Suzanne Newman visits The Gardens at Town Square, part of the renowned Era Living family of communities in Bellevue, Washington, to explore what truly sets exceptional senior living apart. In this engaging conversation, Suzanne sits down with longtime resident Audrey Rosenberg and Culinary Services Director Johnny Williams.
DIY or Call a Pro? Aging in Place Home Projects Every Senior Should Think...
As summer arrives, many families turn their attention to home improvement projects. Adult children often visit aging parents and notice things around the house that need attention—a sticking shower door, a loose handrail, poor lighting, or a bathroom that no longer feels safe.
While do-it-yourself projects can save money and provide a sense of accomplishment, some home modifications carry significant risks, especially when aging in place is the goal. In this episode, aging-in-place specialist Paul Kocharhook joins Suzanne to discuss which projects are safe to tackle yourself, and which ones should always be left to professionals.
Funeral Pre-Planning: Why Having a Final Wishes Plan Is One of the Greatest Gifts...
Planning for the future means more than retirement and healthcare — it also means preparing for end-of-life wishes with dignity and clarity. In this episode of the Answers for Elders Radio Show, host Suzanne Newman and care advocate Lindsay Friedman welcome funeral pre-planning expert Carrie Grubanowitch of U.S. Funeral Trust. Together, they discuss why funeral planning is one of the most important conversations families can have, especially for aging parents and adult children navigating caregiving responsibilities.
Why Planning Ahead for Senior Care Is One of the Greatest Gifts You Can...
What happens when a medical crisis forces a family to make senior care decisions overnight? In this episode of Answers for Elders Radio Network, host Suzanne Newman is joined by experts Lindsay Friedman and Kisha Steineger to discuss why proactive planning for aging and long-term care is one of the greatest gifts families can give themselves. Together, they explain how planning ahead helps seniors maintain dignity, choice, and independence while reducing stress and conflict for loved ones.
Safe Gardening and Outdoor Living for Seniors: Aging in Place Tips for a Safer...
Aging-in-place expert Paul Kocharhook discusses practical ways seniors can continue enjoying their outdoor spaces safely. Their conversation offers valuable guidance for older adults who want to remain independent at home, as well as adult children looking to help aging parents stay safe while aging in place.
How a ‘Care Quarterback’ Can Help Families Navigate Senior Care with Confidence
Special guest Ryan Callahan shares why families need a trusted guide—someone he calls a “care quarterback”—to help coordinate the many moving parts of aging and caregiving. This conversation with Suzanne Newman and Lindsay Friedman offers practical insights for older adults, family caregivers, and anyone planning for the future. Most importantly, it highlights why proactive planning can help families avoid costly mistakes, reduce stress, and preserve precious time together.
When Is It Time to Ask for Help? Navigating Senior Care Decisions with Confidence
Suzanne Newman, Lindsay Friedman, and special guest Brad Roland discuss one of the most important challenges families face: recognizing when it may be time to seek additional support and understanding the senior care options available. Their conversation offers reassurance, practical guidance, and a reminder that asking for help is not a sign of failure — it is often one of the most loving decisions a family can make.
How to Make Any Home Age-Friendly | Aging in Place Expert Panel
Whether you’re planning for your own future, helping a loved one stay at home longer, or navigating mobility challenges after illness or injury, this episode offers practical insights. Learn how universal design can make homes safer and more comfortable for everyone, why planning ahead saves money and stress, and how accessibility upgrades can actually increase property value. If you want to future-proof your home and maintain independence as you age, this conversation is a must-watch. Suzanne is joined by Paul Kocharhook, President of Pathway Design + Construction, along with Tom Minty and Barry Long, founders of Able Environments.
Aging in Place: The Hard Truth About Medicaid, Home Care & Family Planning
Suzanne and Lindsay Friedman dive deeper into the real-life complexities of aging in place, Medicaid planning, home care shortages, and protecting your family from crisis decision-making. They explore how to build a “living, breathing” care plan that adapts as your health, finances, or state of residence change. They discuss why Medicaid rules vary by state, how estate-planning documents like powers of attorney may not transfer across state lines, and why interviewing home care agencies before you need them can prevent overwhelming delays during a medical emergency. If you’re over 40, caring for aging parents, or thinking about your own future, this episode offers practical guidance you can act on now.
Aging in Place Starts With a Plan: Long-Term Care Planning for Families Over 40
If you or your parents' goal is to age in place safely, protect assets, and avoid leaving children overwhelmed, this episode is a must-watch. As 10,000 Baby Boomers turn 65 every day, the need for proactive aging and long-term-care planning has never been more urgent. Suzanne and Lindsay Friedman talk about how families can prepare for aging in place, long-term-care costs, and difficult caregiving decisions before a crisis hits. From understanding future care needs and estimating costs to exploring Medicaid planning, long-term-care insurance, social services, and asset protection strategies, this conversation breaks down complex topics into practical steps.
Spring Home Safety Checklist for Seniors | Aging in Place Must-Dos
Spring is the perfect time to protect your home — especially if you’re aging in place or caring for older loved ones. Suzanne Newman and aging-in-place specialist Paul Kocharhook provide an essential spring home safety checklist. From deck inspections and slip hazards to railings, walkways, and proper drainage, they walk through practical steps to prevent falls and costly repairs before the warmer months arrive. Learn what winter weather can do to decks, concrete, pavers, and pathways — and how to address soft spots, rot, moss buildup, unstable railings, and uneven surfaces. Paul shares expert insights on safer materials, wheelchair-friendly upgrades, non-slip solutions, proper lighting, and how to create smooth transitions from indoors to outdoors.
The Future of Aging in Place: Technology, Safety, and Planning Ahead
Suzanne and Lindsay Friedman explore how emerging technology is shaping the future of aging in place. This episode takes a deeper look at planning, safety, and smart decision-making before a crisis occurs. They discuss why safety is the foundation of aging in place, from home modifications to advanced monitoring technology, and how knowing when a home is no longer the right environment is just as important as staying there. This episode introduces LT Care Now, a free long-term care planning resource designed to help families understand future care needs, costs, and options without pressure or spam.
Aging in Place Safely: How Technology Helps Seniors Stay Independent at Home
Suzanne sits down with Lindsay Friedman, Founder and CEO of Care Bloom, to explore what it really takes to help older adults age safely and confidently in their own homes. Nearly 95% of baby boomers wanting to age in place, but most U.S. homes are not designed for long-term safety. Lindsay shares how Care Bloom discreet smartwatch-based monitoring system supports seniors and caregivers alike by providing real-time insights into daily routines, fall risks, medication adherence, and changes in behavior.
Aging-in-Place: Long-term Top Tips
Suzanne and Paul Kocharhook share a master plan for aging in place. This episode focuses on the strategic planning mindset homeowners need to remain safe, financially secure, and comfortable in their homes as they age. From budgeting realities to long-term value, Paul explains why planning ahead is the most important step in successful aging-in-place remodeling. This conversation dives deep into financial planning, phased remodeling, and prioritization, helping families avoid costly reactive decisions. Whether you’re planning for yourself, helping aging parents, or preparing a multigenerational home, this episode provides actionable guidance on creating a phased, future-ready remodeling plan.
Aging-in-Place: Long-term, with Kids
Suzanne and aging-in-place expert Paul Kocharhook explore the rapid rise of multigenerational living and what it means for families planning to age in place. Why are more families choosing to live together? How homes need to adapt to support health, safety, and connection across generations. They focus on the health side of aging in place, including indoor air quality, lighting, thermal comfort, and fall prevention. Paul explains how environmental factors—such as drafty homes, slippery surfaces, poor lighting, and wet weather conditions—can affect seniors and caregivers alike.
Aging-in-Place: Long-term Goals
Suzanne and Paul Kocharhook continue their conversation on how a home must evolve over time to truly support aging in place. This episode explores the importance of designing and remodeling with both present and future needs in mind—so homeowners can remain safe, comfortable, and independent for as long as possible. Smart remodeling choices—such as preparing for future grab bars, selecting low-maintenance materials, and planning flexible bathroom and kitchen layouts—can prevent costly renovations later.
Aging-in-Place: Long-term Master Plan
Suzanne Newman and aging-in-place expert Paul Kocharhook ask: Is your home truly ready for aging in place? With over 90% of baby boomers wanting to remain in their homes, this episode focuses on the planning, design, and safety considerations that make long-term independence possible. They cover practical insights like evaluating stairs, split-level homes, doorway widths, bathroom layouts, and entry access. Paul explains why “master planning” your home early can prevent costly renovations later, while Suzanne highlights the real-world challenges families face when homes aren’t built with mobility, safety, and future needs in mind.
Winter Home Safety Tips for Seniors | How to Age in Place Safely
Winter can be one of the most dangerous seasons for older adults and their families, especially when it comes to staying safe at home. Suzanne and aging-in-place expert Paul Kocharhook discuss the most common winter home safety hazards—from icy walkways and poor outdoor lighting to unstable handrails, frozen pipes, power outages, and indoor fall risks. Paul offers expert guidance on simple home modifications, maintenance tips, and preventive solutions that can dramatically reduce the risk of falls, injuries, and costly emergencies. Whether you’re over 60, caring for aging parents, or planning ahead for your own future, this conversation delivers actionable advice you can use right away.
Holidays and Home Safety: Visiting Your Parents
During the holidays, many adult children find themselves visiting mom and dad’s home—and noticing things they may not have seen before. Suzanne and Paul Kocharhook discuss how adult children can use a fresh set of eyes to spot potential safety concerns without judgment, simply by observing daily routines. They explore common issues found in long-time family homes, including non-code stairways, laundry access in basements, lack of handrails, poor lighting placement, cluttered bathrooms, and unsafe shower setups. Paul shares practical examples of small, affordable fixes—such as adding grab bars, handheld shower-heads, motion-sensor lighting, remote light switches, and organizing systems—that can significantly reduce fall risks while preserving independence and dignity.
Holidays: Bathrooms Hazards to Fix Before Senior Parents Come to Visit
Suzanne and aging-in-place expert Paul Kocharhook share practical, easy-to-implement solutions to reduce bathroom hazards without requiring major renovations. Suzanne and Paul discuss common risk areas such as low toilets, slippery tubs and showers, narrow doorways, throw rugs, cluttered countertops, and poor lighting. From temporary toilet seat risers and toilet rails to non-slip surfaces, grab bar alternatives, and portable mobility solutions, this episode highlights simple fixes that can dramatically improve safety and confidence for aging guests.
Holidays: Household Fall Hazards to Fix Before Senior Parents Come to Visit
Falls are one of the leading causes of serious injury for older adults—and during the holidays, the risk can increase dramatically. Suzanne and Paul Kocharhook explore the most common fall risks room by room, starting at the front entry and moving through living spaces, kitchens, and walkways. From uneven sidewalks, stairs without handrails, slippery porches, and poor lighting to throw rugs, cluttered pathways, and furniture placement, this episode helps adult children see their homes through fresh eyes.
Holidays: Home Safety Checklist When Senior Parents Come to Visit
The holidays are a time for family, celebration, and togetherness—but they can also introduce unexpected safety risks when aging parents come to visit or stay in your home. From dimmed lights and festive decorations to pets, extension cords, throw rugs, and holiday cocktails, even familiar spaces can become hazardous. Suzanne and aging-in-place specialist Paul Kocharhook walk through the most common fall risks, including cluttered pathways, uneven flooring, poor lighting, and low furniture. Paul shares real-world examples from his own family gatherings and professional experience, highlighting how small oversights—like loose rugs, pet toys, or hard-to-use doorknobs—can lead to serious injuries.
Grief as a Journey, Not a Problem to Fix: Thomas Attig on Living With...
In this deeply insightful episode, Suzanne speaks with renowned grief scholar Thomas Attig about the complexities of loss, grief, and finding meaning after the death of a loved one. Drawing on decades of experience teaching and researching grief, Attig explains that grieving is not simply about “getting over” sadness—it is a transformative process of relearning how to live in a world that has changed. Suzanne and Thomas explore grief from both personal and philosophical perspectives, offering guidance for anyone experiencing loss, whether it’s the death of a spouse, parent, or close friend.
Creative Aging for Seniors: Workshops, Mindfulness, Arts
In this inspiring episode of Answers for Elders, Suzanne returns to Chateau Retirement to explore the deeper meaning of creative aging with SilverKite’s Creative Aging Programs Manager, Mollia Jensen, and their founder and CEO Jennifer Kulik. Together, they dive into how SilverKite’s workshops, series, and intergenerational programs help older adults reconnect with creativity, emotional expression, and lifelong learning. From in-person classes to online experiences and community partnerships, SilverKite is redefining how seniors stay engaged, connected, and joyful.
How Intergenerational Arts Improve Senior Health
Intergenerational connection is one of the most powerful tools for healthy aging—and SilverKite is leading the way. Their innovative programs create intentional spaces where older adults and youth build relationships, share life stories, and combat social isolation. Through creative arts, storytelling, and collaborative projects, SilverKite helps seniors find purpose, connection, and renewed confidence. Suzanne welcomes SilverKite founder and CEO Dr. Jennifer Kulik, along with McKenzie Wilson, Intergenerational & Community Program Manager, to explore how creativity enhances emotional wellness and quality of life for aging adults. This conversation was recorded at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington.
Creative Aging for Seniors
Suzanne welcomes the SilverKite team of Jennifer Kulik (founder and CEO), McKenzie Wilson (Intergenerational & Community Program Manager), and Mollia Jensen (Creative Aging Program Manager) on the Answers for Elders podcast, hosted by Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington. SilverKite helps older adults stay creative, connected, and confident with engaging creative aging programs, intergenerational arts experiences, and professional development for senior-serving organizations. These programs are designed to help older adults tap into their creativity, maintain cognitive and emotional vitality, and build meaningful social connections—key components of healthy aging.
How Creative Aging Transforms Senior Lives
SilverKite Community Arts is transforming the way we think about healthy aging by helping older adults stay creative, connected, and confident. Founded by Jennifer Kulik in 2013, SilverKite offers engaging creative aging programs, intergenerational arts experiences, and professional development for senior-serving organizations. These programs are designed to help older adults tap into their creativity, maintain cognitive and emotional vitality, and build meaningful social connections—key components of healthy aging. In this episode, Suzanne welcomes Jennifer to explore how creativity can enhance quality of life for seniors and support families navigating the aging journey.
50 Years of Seahawks Fandom
Celebrate an unforgettable milestone — 50 years of the Seattle Seahawks! — with a heartfelt conversation with long-time fans who have lived, breathed, and cheered through five decades of Seahawks football, hosted at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington.Suzanne and Steve Raible (the Voice of the Seahawks) lead a roundtable sharing personal stories of growing up with the Seahawks, attending games across generations, and building lifelong friendships through the shared love of blue and green. Whether you’ve been following the team since the Kingdome days, or joined during the Legion of Boom era, this roundtable is full of nostalgia, pride, and powerful fan memories.
Aging in Place | Meet Addison, 24-7 Virtual Caregiver
Addison is an AI-powered virtual caregiver for a senior loved one designed to provide 24/7 care and safety support from home. Addison provides real-time health monitoring, continuous support for the at-risk, aging and ill, designed with tons of built-in tracking and monitoring features like GPS, fall detection, insulin tracking, and more. Meghan Phelan joins Suzanne to talk about the benefits of bringing Addison into the home of a senior loved one. They also talk about making an age-in-place plan, a TeleHealth service called Pocket M.D., as well as the expanded availability of support networks for seniors.
All About Home Care and Aging in Place
Meghan Phelan, owner of Granny NANNIES of Miami, joins Suzanne to talk about multiple facets of aging in place. In this segment, Meghan talks about home care agencies.
Aging in Place | For Ourselves and Our Kids
Baby Boomers are redefining retirement, with 95% wanting to age in place. Aging-in-Place specialist Paul Kocharhook, President of Pathway Design + Construction joins the Trustcasters at Answers for Elders to share more about how to keep our homes safe as we age gracefully, how to live more fluidly and easily in your home, and how to transform our homes to support us as we age without compromising aesthetics.
Reverse Mortgage Explained: Financial Solutions for Aging Parents
95% of baby boomers have a high goal to stay in their own home and find ways to be safe, or maybe downsize into a smaller place if you've got a home that is too big for you. If you are interested yourself, aging in place, or maybe you have a parent that says 'I am not I am not going to senior living, I want to stay at home as as I age,' this episode is for you. Kevin Guttman from C2 Financial joins Suzanne to discuss the ins and outs of reverse mortgage.
Modern Caregiving, Modern Wellness
Caregiving has changed dramatically across generations—and today’s women over 40 are leading a new kind of caregiving revolution. Vivatude hosts Tracy Cromwell and Anu Arora join Suzanne for a candid conversation about how caregiving looks different for Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Generation Y. Together, they explore how women in the “sandwich generation” are balancing family, career, and the care of aging loved ones—all while trying to maintain their own physical, social, and occupational wellness.
Heart Disease: How New Tech Can Save Lives
Mark Goddard, Vice President of Clinical Services at InfoBionic.ai, joins Suzanne to talk about how technology is evolving to save lives when it comes to atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular disease, and coronary heart disease.
Future of Cuisine at Senior Living
The food is raved about at Chateau Retirement in Washington, unusual for senior living communities. What makes Chateau different and have such great resident feedback? Chateau Retirement's Vice President Culinary Services Tom Wichert and Sherrelle Collingridge, Culinary Service Director at Chateau Bothell Landing, join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast.
How Great Food Happens at Senior Living
Discover why residents can’t stop raving about the food at Chateau Retirement Communities in Washington—a rare distinction in senior living! In this episode of the Answers for Elders podcast, host Suzanne Newman sits down with Sherrelle Collingridge, Culinary Service Director at Chateau Bothell Landing. She shares how passion, creativity, and genuine care for residents have transformed dining into an experience that feels more like fine dining than a cafeteria meal.
Redefining Senior Living Dining
Discover why residents can’t stop raving about the food at Chateau Retirement Communities in Washington—a rare distinction in senior living! In this episode of the Answers for Elders podcast, host Suzanne Newman sits down with Tom Wichert, Vice President of Culinary Services. He shares how passion, creativity, and genuine care for residents have transformed dining into an experience that feels more like fine dining than a cafeteria meal.
Senior Living | Community Relations Dream Team
Community Relations Directors Ashley Cochran and Katie Vail at Chateau Retirement join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast. They talk about what's hard about working in the senior living industry as well as what makes it such a worthwhile career. They also share what families should know about the tour process and making the decision about which community to choose. They provide their best advice for family's making the decision to approach mom or dad about a senior living community move. They also talk about what qualities sets Chateau Retirement apart. The interview was recorded live at Chateau Bothell Landing in Bothell, Washington.
Senior Living: Friends, Good Soup, Plenty to Do
In this inspiring episode of Answers for Elders, host Suzanne Newman sits down with retired Boeing engineer Don Haff. He share stories and his advice if you're thinking about senior living for yourself or a loved one. At 94, Don is energetic and vibrant, and joins the show after the day's Wii bowling tournament where he lives at Chateau Bothell Landing in Bothell, Washington.
Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Move Into Senior Living
Thinking about senior living for yourself or a loved one? In this inspiring episode of Answers for Elders, host Suzanne Newman sits down with Chateau Bothell Landing resident Erica Wolfkill. From her journey as a child immigrating from Germany after World War II to her decision to move into senior living at age 80, Erica shares powerful life lessons about resilience, family, and the importance of embracing community before it’s too late.
A Wife’s Journey Through Alzheimer’s and End-of-Life Choices
Answers for Elders Radio host Suzanne Newman welcomes Erica Baccus, author of ''A Promise Kept: Honoring His Wishes, Embracing Our Love.'' In this segment, Suzanne reads a few passages from the book to hear more about them from Erica. Married couples facing the realities of dementia and end-of-life choices will find this conversation both raw and profoundly important. Erica says, "It's important for you to know that I am not advocating for anyone to do what John decided to do. My goal is simply to build awareness about this issue and celebrate our life together." With honesty, compassion, and courage, this conversation is for married couples, caregivers, and anyone who may someday face the realities of dementia and end-of-life decisions.
Alzheimer’s & Marriage: Facing End-of-Life Decisions Together
In this emotional episode of Answers for Elders Radio, host Suzanne Newman speaks with author Erica Baccus about decisions that had to be made on the heartbreaking yet courageous journey of her husband’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis, his decision not to die in a vegetative state, and the steps they took together to ensure his wishes were respected. With honesty, compassion, and courage, this conversation is for married couples, caregivers, and anyone who may someday face the realities of dementia and end-of-life decisions.
Marriage, Alzheimer’s & The Hardest Promise: Erica Baccus Shares Her Story
When Alzheimer’s strikes a marriage, how do you honor your spouse’s wishes while facing the hardest decisions of your life? In this emotional episode of Answers for Elders Radio, host Suzanne Newman sits down with author Erica Baccus to discuss writing her new book, A Promise Kept: Honoring His Wishes, Embracing Our Love.
A Spouse’s Heartbreaking Journey: Honoring His Wishes with Alzheimer’s
As autumn brings reflection on life and legacy, Answers for Elders Radio host Suzanne Newman welcomes Erica Baccus, author of ''A Promise Kept: Honoring His Wishes, Embracing Our Love.'' This deeply moving memoir shares the story of Erica’s journey with her husband’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis and his request to avoid dying in a vegetative state. Married couples facing the realities of dementia and end-of-life choices will find this conversation both raw and profoundly important.
Entrepreneurial Lessons from Serving the Aging Population
In this episode of the @NexviaAI Podcast, host Michael Smith interviews Suzanne Newman, CEO of Answers for Elders and Sagecast. Suzanne shares her journey from corporate leadership to caregiving burnout — and how that experience inspired her to build a nationally syndicated media platform that helps families navigate elder care with trust and clarity. She opens up about the challenges of entrepreneurship in a “non-sexy” industry, how she scaled Answers for Elders into 44 cities with over 1,600 podcast episodes, and why trust and content are the ultimate differentiators in senior care.
Wellness for Women Over 40: Strength, Self-Care & Vivatude
Women over 40: ready to reduce stress and boost your strength? In this episode, Tracy Cromwell joins Suzanne Newman on Answers for Elders Radio to to talk about some greaet episodes she will be making about physical wellness and environmental wellness with tips that anyone can start today. Topics focus on nutrition, building strength even when you can't get to the gym, organizational tips, and improving your surrounds to create a space that better supports you emotionally. These shows will help women in midlife — especially family caregivers — feel more energized, balanced, and supported.
Boost Your Energy & Reduce Stress
Women over 40: ready to boost your strength and reduce stress? In this episode, Tracy Cromwell joins Suzanne Newman on Answers for Elders Radio to share simple tips for physical wellness and environmental wellness that anyone can start today. From hydration and movement breaks to clutter-clearing and creating supportive spaces, Tracy shows how small daily changes can help women in midlife — especially family caregivers — feel more energized, balanced, and supported.
Wellness That Works for Women Over 40
Suzanne Newman welcomes Tracy Cromwell, one of four new Vivatude hosts, who brings her expertise in physical and environmental wellness. Vivatude is a new YouTube show for women over 40 seeking strength, inspiration, and balance while navigating midlife, caregiving, and personal wellness. In this episode of the Answers for Elders Radio Show, Tracy discusses crafting a space that supports you in whatever state that your body might be. For instance, her daughter created a reading room, her sanctuary where she can disconnect. Little things can make a big difference.
Wellness Secrets: Stronger at 40+
Discover Vivatude, a new YouTube show for women over 40 seeking strength, inspiration, and balance while navigating midlife, caregiving, and personal wellness. In this...
New Show for Women Over 40: Thrive in Midlife with Vivatude
For the upcoming YouTube channel and podcast Vivatude, new hosts Lauren Archer and Kate Phillips join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about the types of programming they aim to share.
Inspiration Life Tips From Vivatude Hosts
What are the two top tips for thriving after 40? In this inspiring episode of Vivatude, hosts Lauren Archer (emotional & spiritual wellness) and Kate Phillips (financial & occupational wellness) join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to share practical tools for women navigating caregiving, midlife transitions, and personal reinvention.
Emotion vs Intellect: Finding Joy and Prosperity
Hosts Lauren Archer and Kate Phillips join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about the new YouTube channel and podcast called Vivatude. What is Vivatude? A Movement. A Mindset. A Media Revolution. The show delves deep into the 8 Pillars of wellbeing — from emotional strength to financial freedom, from spiritual clarity to vibrant health. The show unites women over 40, expert hosts, and soul-nourishing conversations to help you live with more vitality, purpose, and power.
Paths to Fulfillment and Purpose: Vivatude
Discover Vivatude, a groundbreaking movement and media platform designed to help women over 40 reclaim purpose, vitality, and freedom in every stage of life. In this inspiring conversation, hosts Lauren Archer (emotional and spiritual wellness) and Kate Phillips (financial and occupational wellness) join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to introduce the Vivatude YouTube channel and podcast.
Seeking Care for a Senior? How to Find Communities That Share Your Values
What do a senior care company's values mean to your family, and why do they matter if you're looking for care for your senior...
Top 3 Things to Know About a Senior Community
Are senior care organizations and the cottage industry living up to your personal standards of care? Do they stand for something? Daphne Davis of Pinnacle Senior Placements joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about the top three things that people need to understand and ask when seeking senior care for their loved one.
Why Your Values Matter When Seeking Senior Care
Why do your values matter when it comes to senior care? Daphne Davis of Pinnacle Senior Placements joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show talk about finding your senior loved one's values and then how to go about asking whether a senior care provider can meet those values. Daphne says, "The number one value that Pinnacle' holds is, when we are working with a client and a family, that client does not have to move again. And how do we make that happen? How do we make sure that we can support that number one value? And it comes through us gathering information about our client and discovering their highest values. And from that, it behooves me to know communities of care well enough to know can they support the family's values."
Seeking Senior Care? What Are Their Values?
Finding our a senior care organization's highest values is key to assessing whether they're a good fit for a senior loved one needing care. Daphne Davis of Pinnacle Senior Placements joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about how to find out what those values are. Daphne says, "As families, you need to first identify the values, and I'll help you with that. As a senior advisor, I will help you identify what that looks like. And it would be my job then to find the communities that that mirror your values.
Senior Living: Unique Resident Journeys
Residents are sharing what it's like to join a senior living community. Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast is joined by Judith, a resident at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington. It follows conversations with resident Ann and her daughter Jen.
Senior Living: Own Your Timeline
This week we continue to learn what senior living is like from residents. Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast is joined by Jen, daughter of resident Ann at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington. Jennifer McKassan is agency owner at Apples to Zebras Insurance in Lynnwood, where she helps customers with long term care planning.
Senior Living: One Resident’s Unique Journey
This week we share experiences and learn what it's like to be a resident in senior living. Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast is joined by Ann, a resident at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington. In our next segment, Ann's daughter Jen joins the program.
Questions to Ask Experts to Help Parents Age in Place
If you want to age in place, or if you have parents that want to age in place, what are the best questions you should ask an aging-in-place specialist? Aging in Place specialist Paul Kocharhook, the CEO of Pathway Design & Construction, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to share his advice for adult children that are helping their parents to plan to stay in their homes?
Wildfire Smoke? Bad Air? How to Minimize Impact
Air quality for everyone is huge, even more so as we get older. Aging in Place specialist Paul Kocharhook, the CEO of Pathway Design & Construction, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about air quality, this other aspect of making a home safer. He also explains what it means for an expert to be designated as an Aging in Place specialist.
Non-Slip Floors, Stairway Handrails for a Safer Home
People don't necessarily know what aging in place is, and what kind of simple changes can be most impactful to make our home safer for ourselves and for aging parents when they visit. Aging in Place specialist Paul Kocharhook, the CEO of Pathway Design & Construction, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to share adjustments we can make to our homes, from DiY projects to more complex upgrades. Paul also talks about sustainability.
Making Your Home Safe When Aging Parents Visit
Baby Boomers are redefining retirement, and many, as long as they're able, want to keep living in their homes. Yet as they get older, one accident could change their future and shatter their dreams. So if you want to age in place, if you have parents that want to age in place, this program is for you. Paul Kocharhook, the CEO of Pathway Design & Construction, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about keeping our home safe as we get older.
Who Can You Trust for Senior Care? Pt 3
What is the most important question every family should ask before hiring anyone to care for a senior loved one? Host Suzanne Newman is joined by Daphne Davis of Pinnacle Senior Placements and Ellie Brown from Chateau Retirement to share their answers. This segment continues the conversation at Answers for Elders Radio in a new monthly series by Trustcasters (TM), vetted professionals who raise the bar in senior care.
Who Can You Trust for Senior Care? Pt 2
Answers for Elders Radio debuts a monthly series called Trustcasters (TM), by vetted professionals who are raising the bar in senior care. Host Suzanne Newman is joined by Daphne Davis of Pinnacle Senior Placements and Ellie Brown from Chateau Retirement continue their conversation about the state of the industry. This segment delves into the differences in the journey that families go through today in realizing that senior loved ones need care.
Who Can You Trust for Senior Care? Pt 1
In a world where anyone can claim to be a senior care expert, who can you really trust? This month, Answers for Elders Radio debuts a new series of episodes by Trustcasters (TM), vetted professionals who are raising the bar in senior care. Trustcasters episodes will talk about what every family needs to know before choosing care for a loved one. From licensing to leadership, we’re pulling back the curtain — so you don’t get misled by unqualified, or even worse, unethical providers. This month, host Suzanne Newman is joined by Daphne Davis of Pinnacle Senior Placements and Ellie Brown from Chateau Retirement to start the conversation about the state of the industry. How do you ask the proper questions? How to you can you navigate this very complex journey of choosing care for a senior loved one?
Don’t Wait For Tragedy: Our Aging Parents
The loss of a senior parent brings home renewed urgency for adult children to have difficult conversations with aging parents who struggle with declining health. Ellie Brown, VP of Sales at Chateau Retirement, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to share the story of the recent loss of her father.
A Legacy of Reflections in Senior Living
We are honored today to talk about stories of the past., the richest stories with our older adults, and think about the history and legacy that they bring to our lives. Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast is joined by Chris Serold, former VP of Marketing at Chateau Retirement who collects stories of their senior living residents. As she quotes from one collection, ''A Legacy of Reflections: Our life on Earth is represented by a hiking trail in the Pacific Northwest wilderness or mountain setting. Many days of our lives are spent walking. Sometimes we walk alone. Sometimes we walk with others. Family, friends, teachers, coworkers. Doctors, advisors. Helpers and caregivers. Our walk of life may include adventure, challenges, building relationships, love, growth, leadership and sadness."
Caregivers: Have a Big Heart, Be Willing To Help
How many jobs let you say, "I made a difference in somebody's life today?" Caregivers at senior living communities help residents with activities of daily living, who can mostly live independently, but maybe they need a little assistance with showering, or dressing, or any other types of activities that may be a little bit of a challenge as we age. Hiwot Yeshitla, a caregiver for Chateau Retirement Communities, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about the role of caregivers at Chateau.
Maintenance: Culture and Community at Senior Living
Often we take for granted all of the factors that make residents safer in senior living communities. Chateau at Bothell Landing's Maintenance Director Loren Adams joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about not only building upkeep, but longevity of staff, and helping residents in little ways that are a huge help.
Happy Employees, Stronger Community Culture
Aprill Uskoski and Stacey Greenshields join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about building a senior living community culture, and how Chateau Retirement Communities stands out for their employee culture, hiring, creating supportive leadership, being valued, and creating a path for people to grow within the organization. Aprill Uskoski is Senior Human Resources Director for Chateau Retirement. Stacey Greenshields is Senior Recruiter and Employee Wellness Director.
Revamping Memory Care Part 3: Sensory Walls, Aromas
Derek Larson and Lacy Steed join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about a new program for senior living residents with Alzheimer's and dementia. Lacy talks about the additions of sensory walls, aromas, and the addition of life-skills stations that bring back memories. The program is at Chateau Gardens, part of Chateau at Bothell Landing in Bothell, Washington. Derek Larson is Executive Director, and Lacy Steed is Vice President of Life Enrichment, at Chateau Retirement Communities. This week's show was recorded at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington.
Revamping Memory Care Part 2: More Caregivers
Derek Larson and Amanda Krueger join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about a new program for senior living residents with Alzheimer's and dementia. The program is at Chateau Gardens, part of Chateau at Bothell Landing in Bothell, Washington. Derek Larson is Executive Director, and Amanda is Vice President of Health Services, at Chateau Retirement Communities. This week's show was recorded at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington.
Revamping Memory Care Part 1: Treat the Person
Chateau Retirement Communities Executive Director Derek Larson joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to give an overview of the Alzheimer's epidemic and how it's affecting caregivers. Chateau Retirement is launching a new program primarily for senior living residents with Alzheimer's and dementia at Chateau Gardens at Chateau at Bothell Landing in Bothell, Washington. Derek talks about the program came about and how it's going. This week's show was recorded at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington.
Strategies and Breath Work for Calming Our Nervous System
Bonnie Brindle, The Anxiety Avenger, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about strategies to reduce anxiety. This segment focuses on coping with grief, "tire-swinging seniors,” and essential support for caregivers.
Self-Care: 5 Top Tips
The Anxiety Avenger, Bonnie Brindle, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show share her top five tips for self-care. As she explains, "You can't be anxious and grateful at the same time." Also, "Respond [to triggers] by backing off... Flight attendants tell you, put your mask on first. It makes sense everywhere in life, your mask goes on first."
Senior Living Transitions: The Crazy-Making Emotional Rollercoaster
The Anxiety Avenger, Bonnie Brindle, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about the rollercoaster of emotions brought about for seniors facing senior living transitions. She identifies signs that your senior loved one is in need of assistance, such as cleanliness changes, dizziness, feeling sluggish, and avoiding contact. Then she provides advice on how to approach a conversation with your loved one about their anxiety.
The Anxiety Avenger
Bonnie Brindle joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about how to recognize and reduce our anxiety. She explains why she calls herself The Anxiety Avenger, and how that informs her work. She shares about recognizing anxiety in its many forms: anger, frustration, withdrawal, and depression. With a heart for healing and a toolkit full of transformational strategies, Bonnie Brindle shares her personal journey from anxious to empowered—and how she’s now guiding seniors and caregivers to do the same. As a psychotherapist, author, educator, and international speaker, Bonnie has helped countless people find calm in the chaos using a unique blend of talk therapy, evidence-based energy work, and alternative healing methods. If you've ever felt like anxiety is running the show in your golden years, this is your backstage pass to reclaiming peace and purpose.
Can You Sit & Stand 5 Times in Less Than 10 Seconds?
Award-winning, nationally recognized physical therapist J Kele Murdin joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about some assessments that she does to test older people for their risk of having a fall. One in every five senior falls results in a serious injury, such as a broken bone, or head trauma, or a broken hip. Avoiding falls is paramount.
How to Move More, Sit Less for Health
Fall prevention gets started by us all keeping ourself in better health as we age. Want top three ways to start getting yourself into optimal aging? Award-winning, nationally recognized physical therapist J Kele Murdin joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to share her top tips to start small and build.
Aging Optimally? How to Tell
How do you know if you're aging optimally? J Kele Murdin, an award-winning, nationally recognized physical therapist, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about how to tell if you are aging optimally.
Personalized Fall Prevention Programs
About one in every four adult older adults aged 65 and over fall every year, and this translates to over 36 million falls in the United States annually among among seniors. Falls are one thing, but one in every five results in a serious injury, such as a broken bone, or head trauma, or a broken hip. Hip fractures alone cause over 300,000 hospitalized patients every year in the USA, and they are followed by a decline in physical function, independence, and even mortality. Award-winning, nationally recognized physical therapist J Kele Murdin joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about fall prevention.
Being a Resident’s Best Friend at Senior Living
Ollie Minogue, Resident Liaison at Chateau Valley Center, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about helping residents in senior living. Ollie says, "My main job is really being a resident’s best friend when they move in. They come in, and a lot of residents feel kind of isolated when they first arrive. So I think my biggest part is getting them acclimated, making sure they're comfortable. And that involves a lot of steps along the way...
Connecting on a Personal Level at Senior Living
Cindy Serrano, Director of Community Relations at Chateau Valley Center, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about community in senior living and being the ambassador for the center when people tour the community. This week's show was recorded at Chateau Valley Center in Renton, Washington.
Authenticity, Culture, Stewardship at Senior Living
Marketing Manager Kenji Hobbs joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about how Chateau Retirement advertises itself to new customers. This week's show was recorded at Chateau Valley Center in Renton, Washington.
Setting Up Parents for Success at Senior Living
This segment focuses on the process of integrating a senior loved one into a senior living community once they've moved in. Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show, explaining that integration needs to come from the community, not the family.
Checklist: Mom’s Top Needs at Senior Living
What are the most important things a senior loved one wants when they need a change in housing or an augmentation of care? The things they want most, their highest values, are critical to find for them. Often they aren't the things we expect that they are. Being a good listener is key during this process. You need to become an advocate for their values rather than your own. You have to hear what's not being said.
Checklist: Touring Senior Living Communities
Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to provide us with a checklist to use while touring senior living communities, part of the process of helping a senior loved one downsize to a new home during a life change. Daphne points out the advantages of having a placement advisor to help have a successful transition. She highly recommends selecting a placement advisor or referral agent – they don't cost you anything and provide a wealth of information during this process.
Checklist: Help Parents with a Life Change
How do you as a family help your senior loved on through the process of downsizing to a new home for a life change? Whether it be to independent living for active seniors, or maybe they're transitioning to an adult family home, or go into a senior community, maybe memory care or dementia care, there are a lot of options out there. Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to provide us with a checklist for helping our loved ones through this challenge. She talks from the perspective of a family not having a placement advisor to walk alongside them and giving them all the little details of how to how a successful transition. She highly recommends selecting a placement advisor or referral agent – they don't cost you anything and provide a wealth of information during this process.
Using AI and AUGi to Prevent Senior Falls
Amanda Krueger joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about how IT is used to prevent falls at Chateau Retirement. The interview was recorded on site at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington. Amanda is Vice President of Health Services, and oversees the health and care provided at Chateau Retirement Communities.
IT Benefits Senior Living, Part 2
Sean Godfrey, vice president of technology for Chateau Retirement, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to continue their conversation about how technology can improve the lives of senior living residents. The interview was recorded on site at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington.
IT Benefits Senior Living, Part 1
The world is evolving, and technology is impacting senior living communities for the better. Sean Godfrey, vice president of technology for Chateau Retirement, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about how they use technology to improve the lives of residents. The interview was recorded on site at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington.
Ready or in Denial, Part 6: Caregiving
If are you able to take this on, what is all involved in taking care of a loved one as a family caregiver. Are you in denial over the next chapter of caring for someone you love? Or are you ready? Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders Podcast for the last of their six-part series being prepared for difficult conversations and what comes after.
Ready or in Denial, Part 5: Care and Costs
How do you pay for care? And care is expensive. You will be in stick shock to learn how much senior living costs. You may also be surprised at the reality of a senior loved one's actual level of functioning. Are you in denial over the next chapter of caring for someone you love? Or are you ready? Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders Podcast for part 5 of their six-part series being prepared for difficult conversations and what comes after.
Ready or in Denial, Part 4: Legal Paperwork
Some legal paperwork is exceedingly difficult to work around if it's not filed. Are you in denial over the next chapter of caring for someone you love? Or are you ready? Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders Podcast for part 4 of their six-part series being prepared for difficult conversations and what comes after.
Ready or in Denial, Part 3: Referral Agents and Tours
Learn what you need to know about how the best referral agents help focus senior living choices. Are you in denial over the next chapter of caring for someone you love? Or are you ready? Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders Podcast for part 3 of their six-part series being prepared for difficult conversations and what comes after.
Ready or in Denial, Part 2: Information Posts
Referral or placement agents are an information post. Are you in denial over the next chapter of caring for someone you love? Or are you ready? Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders Podcast for part 2 of their six-part series being prepared for difficult conversations and what comes after.
Ready for the Next Chapter, or Are You In Denial?
Are you in denial over the next chapter of caring for someone you love? Or are you ready? One of the things we hear a lot is, mom and dad are just fine. They're getting older, but they still do this or that. But the fact is, oftentimes, families are in denial and maybe they're not fine. Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders Podcast for a six-part series on whether you're in denial, and about having difficult conversations.
Being Mindful of Our Health as We Age
"We're not talking about major life changes, just ways of being a little more mindful of what we do for our health." Wellness and fitness coach Kelly Fennelly joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about taking care of our health as we age.
Kelly’s Top 3 Ways to Improve Health
Wellness and fitness coach Kelly Fennelly joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to share her best ways to improve our health as we age.
Movement For Better Living
Healthy living as we age means moving. Fitness and wellness coach Kelly Fennelly joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about how to keep moving. Suzanne shared this quote from Dick Van Dyke quote: “At 30, I used to exercise to look good. At the age of 50, I would exercise to be fit. At 70, not to be padded to a bed. And at 80, to be able to live without assistance. And now at 99, I do it purely out of defiance."
Getting More Protein As We Age
Fitness and wellness coach Kelly Fennelly joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about changes that happen to our bodies as we age, and what to do about it to keep ourselves healthy. What do you eat? How do you move? What kind of exercises do you do?
Senior Living Behind the Curtain, Part 2
At Answers for Elders this week, we continue our conversations to open up the hood, peel back the curtain, and talk about what goes on behind the scenes at senior living communities. And we're honored to have conversations today with two incredible C-level executives here at Chateau Retirement. Angel Audino Averman, the Chief Financial Officer of Chateau Retirement, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show from Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood.
Senior Living Behind the Curtain, Part 1
This week, we're going to open up the hood, peel back the curtain, and talk about what goes on behind the scenes at senior living communities. And we're honored to have conversations today with two incredible C-level executives here at Chateau Retirement. Jason Brooks, the Chief Operating Officer of Chateau Retirement, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show from Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood.
Sell Your Life Insurance Policy, See What You Can Do With It
Hear some examples from Rob Haynie of what people have done with the proceeds from selling their life insurance policy. Rob describes a family who had been donating money to a ballet center, but were running low on funds around 2008. "They were able to write off the donation while they were alive. And they also were able to go to the ballet center and see their name above the doors as you walked in for a number of years, before they passed away."
No Catch: You Really Can Sell Your Life Insurance Policy
Rob Haynie joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about selling your life insurance policy for cash. Rob serves on the Board of Directors of the Life Insurance Settlement Association (LISA) and is a charter member of the Association’s PPC committee, which is charged with the regulatory and legislative activities of the industry. The Managing Director of Life Insurance Settlements, Inc., he has been proactively in the industry for more than 31 years.
Sell Your Life Insurance Policy, Invest the Proceeds
Believe it or not, you don't have to be sick to sell your life insurance policy. You can sell it and repurpose the proceeds in a life settlement. Rob Haynie joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about how Life Settlements work.
You Can Repurpose Your Life Insurance
Rob Haynie, Managing Director of Life Insurance Settlements, Inc., joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about Life Settlements: selling your life insurance policy and repurposing the proceeds. Rob serves on the Board of Directors of the Life Insurance Settlement Association (LISA) and is a charter member of the Association’s PPC committee, which is charged with the regulatory and legislative activities of the industry. He has been proactively in the industry for more than 31 years.
Life Enrichment for Memory Care
Chateau Gardens memory care director at Chateau Valley Center Michelle Oleas joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders podcast with Lacy Steed, Vice President of Life Enrichment for Chateau Retirement. This episode was recorded at Chateau Valley Center in Renton, Washington. Michelle and Lacy talks about how memory care interfaces with with Life Enrichment at Chateau, and how they work together.
Vibrancy of Resident Life at Senior Living
Why is senior living the next adventure, and not your grandma's nursing home?
Cindy Serrano, community relations director of Chateau Retirement at Chateau Valley Center, joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders podcast with Lacy Steed, Vice President of Life Enrichment for Chateau Retirement. Chateau's services are helpful and consultive, guiding seniors through a journey to live a happier, healthier, longer life – providing resident and family support, and increasing family involvement. This episode was recorded at Chateau Valley Center in Renton, Washington.
Life Enrichment at Senior Living: Much More Than Activities
Lacy Steed, Vice President of Life Enrichment for Chateau Retirement, joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about the ways Chateau supports independence and successful aging with a varied activity schedule. But life enrichment goes beyond social activities to quality of life, quality of care, as well as resident and family support. Family-owned Chateau Retirement is Greater Seattle's expert in senior living, with a legacy of success in its culture, tenure, and dedication of staff to its residents. This episode was recorded at Chateau Valley Center in Renton, Washington.
Springing Forward for Senior Safety: Walking
Our common denominator with indoor and outdoor safety is walking. Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to share tips for seniors on how to be more mindful of how we walk. Dr. Shawn says, "The initial response of most older adults is they don't want an assisted device [like a walker], because they feel like that's the beginning of the end, right? It's all going to go downhill from here. But actually, those devices allow you to walk safely, give back independence, make people more independent."
Springing Forward for Senior Safety: Indoors
Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show with a safety checklist for the indoors. Dr. Shawn discusses items like having adequate lighting in rooms where you're doing spring cleaning. Also, check the batteries in smoke detectors, make sure they're working. If you have air vents, have them cleaned, to help get rid of toxins and buildup of dust.
Springing Forward for Senior Safety: Outdoors
To avoid senior loved ones slipping and falling in their yard, check it first for slippery areas that could pose a fall risk. Make sure if they have arthritis and want to garden that they have electric pruning shears, as well as light folding stools to help them sit while gardening. Local volunteer groups may be available nearby to help seniors clean up winter debris in their yards. Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about senior safety outdoors now that spring is blooming.
Springing Forward for Senior Safety
Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about preventing senior falls, now that spring has come and everyone's heading outdoors. Suzanne shares a story of a senior whose walker go stuck in some overgrown vines in her yard, and when she tried to force it free, she fell and was stuck lying on the ground for more than two hours until a meter reader happened by who helped her. They discuss making sure your shoes have good soles, and to watch out for ground that might have changed over the winter.
Sleep Apnea: A Non-Invasive Solution Better Than CPAP
The Vivo Institute has developed a non-invasive treatment for sleep apnea, as well as a non-invasive assessment program Dr. Bahar Esmaili, VP of Clinical Integration at the Vivo Institute in Denver, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about their solutions.
Sleep Apnea: Why CPAP Isn’t the Answer
CPAP machines aren't a cure for obstructive sleep apnea, as they don't fix the underlying health issues, and being dependent on them can eventually worsen symptoms. Dr. Bahar Esmaili, VP of Clinical Integration at the Vivo Institute in Denver, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about sleep apnea's common treatment, CPAP, and which it's not the best solution.
Sleep Apnea: Health Risks for Going Undiagnosed
Sleep apnea is highly under-diagnosed. Dr. Bahar Esmaili, VP of Clinical Integration at the Vivo Institute in Denver, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about the risks involved in not being diagnosed with sleep apnea.
Sleep Apnea Primer
Dr. Bahar Esmaili, VP of Clinical Integration at the Vivo Institute in Denver, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about sleep apnea.
Senior Living Residents: A Day in the Life
This segment delves into the day in the life of a senior living resident, having a sense of purpose every day so they can feel like they're a vibrant member of a community that is supporting them. It looks at how Chateau Retirement Communities integrates and sustains care to make sure that residents' quality of life is as great as possible. Nicole Bosancu and Amanda Krueger join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast, recorded onsite at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington. Nicole is Heath Services Director at the Chateau at Valley Center community in Renton, Washington. Amanda is Vice President of Health Services.
Culture and Care Model for Senior Living
This segment discussed senior care options, and the different ways that loved ones join a senior living community like Chateau Retirement Communities. Laura Smith and Amanda Krueger join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast talk about the Chateau Retirement care model. Laura is Health Services Director at Chateau Pacific. Amanda is Vice President of Health Services. This show was recorded onsite at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington.
Criteria for Excellent Senior Living
Amanda Krueger joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about senior living, recorded on site at Chateau Pacific in Lynnwood, Washington. Amanda is Vice President of Health Services, and oversees the health and care provided at Chateau Retirement Communities.
Siblings: How to Help Your Family Caregiver
Who will care for the family caregiver? Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements in Seattle, Washington joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to suggest various ways to provide some relief for your family caregiver.
Aging Parents: How to Start That Senior Living Conversation
Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements in Seattle, Washington joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about family, starting those tough conversations about aging parents and senior living, and being guided by your highest family value.
Caregivers: Ask Questions, Gather Info
By 2030, more than 70 million people in the United States will be serving as family caregivers. What do families typically know and don't know about the resources that are out there? If you're a family member of a senior loved one, this is something that you can do to help. Gathering information doesn't mean you're making decisions yet. Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements in Seattle, Washington joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about the importance of asking questions.
Gene Hackman’s Wife, Caregiver Burnout, and Our Breaking Point
Actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were both in the news recently. Both had been found dead at their home, her from a rare hantavirus and Hackman from advanced Alzheimer's. She had been his primary caregiver. Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements in Seattle, Washington joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about caregiver burnout. Currently 53 million Americans are family caregivers, providing unpaid assistance to their loved ones with either health conditions, disabilities or aging issues.
Technology for Good, for Connections
Senior Care Finder's CEO and Co-Founder Christie Stukenholtz joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about how is technology changing the way for families to connect. She also shares advice on what to look for on other websites to make sure you're getting impartial information, or not getting sent to a call center where your contact information will be be shared.
Top Tips to Find a Community or Care for Mom
Trying to find care or a senior living community for a senior loved one? Senior Care Finder's CEO and Co-Founder Christie Stukenholtz joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to share her top tips.
One Place To Research the Right Choices for Mom
If you're in that process of later life care, or caring for a senior loved one, this is a very important conversation. Senior Care Finder's CEO and Co-Founder Christie Stukenholtz talks with Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show about the first steps families should take when they come upon a crisis about their loved one.
Turning Big Decisions Into Simpler Choices
Senior Care Finder's CEO and Co-Founder Christie Stukenholtz shares her personal story with Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show. Suzanne recalls that she needed a resource like this years ago to help her make the right decisions for her mom.
Real Success Stories: Fighting Diabetes, Walking Again
Hear some memorable success stories from seniors who have followed through with the Whole Life Living Approach at GenCare Lifestyle from Leon Grundstein and Danielle Parker. Leon is Founder and CEO, and Danielle Parker is COO.
Senior Living: Do They Ask What You Want?
No matter where you are in the U.S., here's good advice when researching senior living communities. Leon Grundstein, Founder and CEO of GenCare Lifestyle, and Danielle Parker, their COO, join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders radio show. Leon talks about the questions people should ask and things they should look for in a senior living community. Danielle talks about looking at reputation scores and online reviews, but also points out that a community should be asking you about your values, interests, and wishes too.
Hugs and Friendships Help Longevity
Socializing is a critical aspect of our well-being. Leon Grundstein, Founder and CEO of GenCare Lifestyle, and Danielle Parker, their COO, join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders radio show to talk about this part of our lives. Leon explains how GenCare tracked the effects of longevity when they began their Whole Life Living Approach program.
Eat, Move, Think and Live Better: Senior Living
The Whole Life Living Approach help seniors improves their lives in key areas for senior living. Leon Grundstein, Founder and CEO of GenCare Lifestyle, and Danielle Parker, their COO, join Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about their program.
Vision for Senior Living’s Future
Will Senior Living leverage AI and other technologies in the future? Chief of Staff Tamra Godfrey, SHRM-SCP at Chateau Retirement Communities continues her conversation with Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders radio show from Chateau Boston Landing. Tamra shares her vision to care for the next generation of staff and residents.
Growing Up to Lead Senior Living
Chief of Staff Tamra Godfrey, SHRM-SCP joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders radio show from Chateau Boston Landing in Washington State. Tamra discusses how employees are hired and developed at Chateau Retirement Communities so they can be supported and mentored.
CEO Enjoys Living in His Senior Community
Suzanne Newman continues her conversation with CEO and President Jim Godfrey at Chateau Retirement in Washington State. In this segment, Jim talks about his experiences living at the senior living community he founded.
Senior Living: Giving Back to Community
Suzanne Newman broadcasts this week's radio show from Chateau Retirement in Washington State, talking with CEO and President Jim Godfrey. Jim describes his start in the industry, coming from a construction background and partnering with a person who ran nursing homes in the 1980s. Jim helped redefine retirement living.
Alzheimer’s: Many Ways to Volunteer and Help
Volunteer groups advocate to make a difference in the lives of people facing Alzheimer's and dementia. Jim Wilgus, Executive Director for the Washington State Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about various ways you can help the search for a cure.
Alzheimer’s: Clinical Trial Participants Urgently Needed
Jim Wilgus, Executive Director for the Washington State Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about the need for participants in Alzheimer's clinical trials.
Alzheimer’s: Participate in Clinical Trials
If you have a loved one who was just diagnosed — or if you've been diagnosed yourself, maybe you are taking care of someone — with Alzheimer's and dementia, the Alzheimer's Association is an amazing resource. Jim Wilgus, Executive Director for the Washington State Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about clinical research, and opportunities to participate in clinical trials to cure Alzheimer's.
Alzheimer’s: Urgency to Find a Cure
Jim Wilgus, Executive Director for the Washington State Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show. Suzanne and Jim talk about the Alzheimer's Association accelerating clinical research into cures for Alzheimer's and Dementia, funding about $430 million for 1,100 projects in 56 countries. The Alzheimer's Association has a division of medical science leadership and officers, plus hundreds of volunteers and researchers.
Recipe for Disaster: Downloading Legal Documents
The value an estate planning attorney brings you, vs. just downloading documents yourself online, is a discussion Andrea Lee frequently addresses. They are who will advocate for you. If you're a senior, an estate planning attorney or an elder law attorney is worth their weight in gold. Andrea Lee from Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about the benefits of hiring an elder law attorney.
Executor and Power of Attorney: Differences
Elder law attorney Andrea Lee from Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to clarify the steps an executor of the family estate has to take after a senior loved one passes.
Parents Moving In With You? Things To Think About
With multi-generational housing on the rise – aging parents moving in with their adult children — this segment looks at the complex issue from the child's point of view. Elder law attorney Andrea Lee from Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about expectations and approaches.
Moving In With Your Adult Child? Things To Think About
Since COVID, there has been a 40% increase in multi-generational housing: either senior parent or parents have moved in with their children, or kids who can’t afford to live on their own have moved back home again. For an aging parent, they wonder: should I sell my house? Should I invest money in my son or daughter's home? Should I move in with them? What does that mean for my overall estate plan, my assets? How does that affect the other heirs if I have other children? Elder law attorney Andrea Lee from Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about this complex issue.
Vetted Experts: National Placement and Referral Alliance
Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements in Seattle, Washington joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about providing nationwide assistance for people seeking answers.
5 Tips to Choose the Best Referral Agent
Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements in Seattle, Washington joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to share her top five tips for choosing a referral agent, specifically to help you find medical assistance for a senior loved one, or to choose a senior living community for them.
Need to Move Mom? How to Do It Right the First Time
Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements in Seattle, Washington joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about why and how to choose a referral agent to help with making choices about a senior parent.
How to Find the Best Referral Agent
If you're faced with the daunting challenge of helping a senior loved one find medical assistance after an injury or choose a senior living community to move to, you're not alone. Daphne Davis from Pinnacle Senior Placements in Seattle, Washington joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about finding a referral agent to help answer those questions.
Single? How to Preserve Assets For Retirement
If you're single, it's much harder to plan financially in advance for retirement, as there are more options available for married couples. To alleviate worries about finances and aging, or the possibility of an unhealthy retirement where you might face a chronic illness, you may want to research alternative living facilities on your own ahead of time, or prepare irrevocable trusts to preserve assets. Elder law attorney Andrea Lee from Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders podcast to talk about various ways single folks can protect their assets for retirement and beyond.
Seniors: Exercise to Earn Money for Grandkids’ College
Silver Sneakers is the only fitness program that provides financial rewards for staying fit. Members can grow a college fund for a loved one. So even if a senior is on a fixed income, they can actually provide money for a grandchild's college tuition. It's a great motivator to get exercising — people will often do for others what they won't do for themselves.
Track Achievements to See Your Wins
Jan Sheeley from Silver Sneakers joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders radio show to talk about strategies for making and achieving realistic goals for exercise, in particular to make New Year's resolutions achievable.
Get Moving, Release Endorphins, For Chronic Conditions
For people with chronic conditions like arthritis, exercise can be difficult and painful. Jan Sheeley from Silver Sneakers joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders radio show to talk about free resources at Silver Sneakers to help, and also provides some strategies for getting started with moving and exercise.
How Seniors Can Get a Free Gym Membership
Jan Sheeley from Silver Sneakers joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders radio show to talk about free fitness benefits available to senior loved ones through their Medicare Advantage program. Silver Sneakers is a free program accessible through certain Medicare Advantage programs. Check the website to see if you are already enrolled in the program. Jan Sheeley is Regional Growth Marketing Manager for Tivity Health and Silver Sneakers.
Unmarried Couples: Protections and Estate Planning
A lot of people choose not to get married. They cohabitate, they mix assets, they'll buy a home, and some even have retirement plans. There are many legal protections for married couples, but some of those protections don't extend to individuals who live together, such as Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid benefits. If an unmarried couple decides to live together, they ought to discuss how to protect each other, and consider how do you protect yourself if you choose to live with a partner. Elder law attorney Andrea Lee from Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to talk about protections and estate planning for unmarried couples.
How Will AI Help Growing Old?
Dr. Marc B. Cooper sees enormous benefits in using AI to help our senior loved ones, especially in their later age. He joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about the potential of technology, particularly AI, to combat loneliness among the elderly and improve healthcare management in the future. They consider strategies that can be implemented to help elders feel less isolated. They also think about how AI can assist in the mission of The Contemporary Elder Institute.
What’s Life Like As an Elder?
Dr. Marc B. Cooper joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to continue their talk about aging with purpose and intention. They talk about higher consciousness and self-understanding. They ask how a higher consciousness and self-understanding can impact your life.
What’s the Mission of The Contemporary Elder Institute?
More about aging with purpose and intention: Suzanne Newman is joined by Dr. Marc B. Cooper on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to delve further into the significance of living with intention and purpose as individuals transition into elderhood. Dr. Cooper highlights the importance of authentic elders in decision-making and the need to redefine aging positively. He describes how to live with intention and purpose.
What’s the Difference Between Older and Elder?
Aging with purpose and intention: Dr. Marc B. Cooper joins Suzanne Newman on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to discuss the evolving role of elders in society, particularly as the population over 65 continues to grow. Suzanne Newman shared her personal experience of being downsized, which led her to establish Answers for Elders. Both Suzanne and Dr. Cooper emphasized the importance of storytelling and legacy for baby boomers, who control a significant portion of wealth. They discussed the need for elders to guide younger generations and the value of inquiry in fostering personal and societal growth, while also addressing the challenges of ageism and the importance of living authentically as one ages.
Special Needs Trusts: Plans and Considerations
Elder law attorney Andrea Lee from Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to talk more about special needs trusts, comparing first party special needs trusts and third party special needs trusts.
Do You Need a Special Needs Trust?
So many of us have a loved one that may have special needs, a disability. Maybe a spouse has just been diagnosed with dementia and needs care, and they're afraid of losing their house or their money. If you're in that situation, or maybe your parents are, or a child that has special needs, this episode will be important. Elder law attorney Andrea Lee from Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to talk about special needs trusts and how people can protect their own resources.
Tour Senior Communities to Find the Best Fit
We don't spend enough time finding out everything we need to know. Have you got your legal paperwork done? Ellie Brown from Chateau Retirement joins Suzanne to talk about how to find resources for seniors that many people don't even know exist, and strategies for touring senior living communities.
Top 3 Ways to Help Declining Loved Ones
Ellie Brown from Chateau Retirement Communities joins Suzanne to share how families can best support their senior loved ones. Ellie shares her top three tips for getting through the transition when a loved one starts struggling/
Facing Denial: Dad’s Not Fine, He’s Declining
What signs of aging are of concern as we're supporting our senior loved ones? Ellie Brown from Chateau Retirement Communities joins Suzanne to talk about the warning signs and facing up to the various dynamics of denials, not just from ourselves, but also our loved ones.
Our Parents Fib About Their Health, and What To Do About It
L.E. "Ellie" Brown from Chateau Retirement Communities joins Suzanne to talk about how to best support our senior loved ones, particularly as they get older and might need to consider senior living. Ellie works with families every day, and shares common situations that she encounters as families try to help their loved ones. Ellie is Vice President Sales - Strategic Market Analysis, Branding & Sales Leadership for Chateau Retirement.
Maintain Your Car, Maintain Your Estate Plan
People sometimes put their estate documents in a file and forget about them. Elder law attorney Steve Waltar joins Suzanne to talk how to keep your estate plan documents current.
Wills and Trusts Are Not Tires, You Can’t Shop Prices
How do you make updates to your estate plan? Elder law attorney Steve Waltar joins Suzanne to talk about dos and don'ts. In particular, he explains that a power of attorney is not a commodity. They're all radically different.
Your Legal Documents: Are Kids Unequal?
With a new year arriving, it's time to consider reviewing and updating legal documents. Elder law attorney Steve Waltar joins Suzanne to talk about when to update estate plans.
10 Years in Jail for Breaking New LLC Law
Elder law attorney Steve Waltar joins Suzanne to talk about the Corporate Transparency Act, a new federal law made to thwart money laundering, but has overreaching implications for owners of new and existing small businesses and their legal agents across America.
Seeing Caregivers Celebrated and Heard
Kitty Norton, director of the film Wine, Women, & Dementia, joins Suzanne to talk about reactions to her documentary Wine, Women, & Dementia.
Kitty’s Top Tips for Caregivers
Kitty Norton, director of the documentary Wine, Women, & Dementia, joins Suzanne to offer her best advice for caregivers.
Caregiving: Things I Wish I’d Known
Kitty Norton, director of the documentary Wine, Women, & Dementia, joins Suzanne to talk about her movie's premiere on many PBS markets at various times beginning November 2. New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles PBS stations will air it this month. Check local listings to see if it will air on your local PBS station.
Humor and Caregiver Smack: Wine, Women, & Dementia
Kitty Norton, director of the documentary Wine, Women, & Dementia, joins Suzanne to talk about her movie's premiere on PBS. Kitty talks about caregiving for her mom, blogging about everything that she and her sister were going through, using humor to cope and surrender to the moment. She became friends with people across the world who enjoyed the blog.
Unlocking Hope: Guide to Alzheimer’s Volunteering
Learn about various ways people can volunteer for the Alzheimer's Association. Alexis Bonoff, Program Director of the Alzheimer's Association in Washington state, joins Suzanne to talk about volunteering and also the organization's clinical trial match tool.
Support for Families With Alzheimer’s
How do you find resources and information to help care for families dealing with a senior loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia? Alexis Bonoff, Program Director of the Alzheimer's Association in Washington state, joins Suzanne to talk about how to find information, their 24/7 hotline, and more.
Decoding Alzheimer’s: How to Get Answers
Take advantage of the resources of the Alzheimer's Association to help care for families dealing with a senior loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia. Alexis Bonoff, Program Director of the Alzheimer's Association in Washington state, joins Suzanne to talk about the resources and programs.
Embracing Change: Help to Adapt Family Life to Alzheimer’s
Alexis Bonoff, Program Director of the Alzheimer's Association in Washington state, joins Suzanne to talk about the Walk to End Alzheimer's and various programs and resources of the Alzheimer's Association.
Alzheimer’s Fundraising: How to Ask for Money
The Alzheimers Association's Cory Townsend provides advice for people who feel uncomfortable asking people to donate.
Alzheimer’s: Importance of Fundraising
The Alzheimers Association's Cory Townsend joins Suzanne to talk about fundraising for the Walk to End Alzheimer's: "There are all sorts of templates for emails and social media that you can send out to folks, so invite your friends, family, loved ones, and coworkers to join your team, and to come walk with you, and then post on social media. Send emails to those that you spend time with, and ask them to support your efforts in this Walk. Fundraising is easy. It doesn't have to be hard or scary."
Alzheimer’s: Employers and Caregivers
This segment focuses on employers beginning to adapt to the needs of family members caregiving for a senior loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia. Cory Townsend, Director of Development for the Alzheimers Association, Washington branch, joins Suzanne to talk about the Walk to End Alzheimer's.
Grandpa Forgot My Name
Cory Townsend, Director of Development for the Alzheimers Association, Washington branch, joins Suzanne to talk about the Walk to End Alzheimer's. Cory says, "This cause is a lot more than professional for me. My grandfather was a great guy who taught me a lot about life, but also how to fly fish, which is one of my passions. And when he forgot my name, I was heartbroken. We lost my grandpa when he was 99, back in about 2012."
Alzheimer’s Pet Stories to Cry For
Therapy animals make a difference in the lives of people with Alzheimer's and dementia. Washington Therapy Dogs' manager Marlina Velasco-Barker joins Suzanne to talk about the science and successes of therapy dogs. Episodes this month support the Walk to End Alzheimer's.
Alzheimer’s and Pet Owners
Supporting the Walk to End Alzheimer's, this episode is about animal-assisted intervention for those with Alzheimer's and dementia, specifically therapy animals. Washington Therapy Dogs' manager Marlina Velasco-Barker joins Suzanne to talk about a therapy dog team formed as an extension of Answers for Elders. In this segment, Marlina talks about seniors with Alzheimer's who have their own pets.
Therapy Dogs and Alzheimer’s
What are pet therapies, and why are they important in the world of Alzheimer's? Washington Therapy Dogs' manager Marlina Velasco-Barker joins Suzanne for September's conversations about the Walk to End Alzheimer's.
Training Pets for Alzheimer’s Dog Therapy
More than 100 therapy dogs and their handlers have joined Answers for Elder's Washington Therapy Dogs group to visit senior living communities and bring joy to those with Alzheimer's and dementia. Manager Marlina Velasco-Barker joins Suzanne to talk about the process of going about training your pet to become a therapy dog. Episodes this month support the Walk to End Alzheimer's.
Alzheimers Walks: Senior Communities
The Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. Sign up as a Team Captain, join a team or walk as an individual. This month, Answers for Elders supports the Walks and fundraising for the Alzheimer's Association. This episode, we feature an interview conducted in September 2019 with Scott Houghton, regional director of operations at Fieldstone Communities, a major sponsor of the Alzheimer’s Walks in Washington.
Alzheimers Walks: Research Sponsors
The Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. Sign up as a Team Captain, join a team or walk as an individual. This month, Answers for Elders supports the Walks and fundraising for the Alzheimer's Association. This episode, we feature an interview conducted in September 2019 with Josh Pan, a volunteer for the Alzheimer's Walk. He is also director of business development for Althira Pharma, a local Seattle-based business.
Alzheimers Walks: Supporting Fundraising
The Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. Sign up as a Team Captain, join a team or walk as an individual. This month, Answers for Elders supports the Walks and fundraising for the Alzheimer's Association. This episode, we feature an interview conducted in September 2019 with Annie Jacobsen, host of the Snohomish County's Alzheimer's Walk. The walk is along Boxcar Park in Everett, Washington.
Alzheimers Walks: Raising Awareness
The Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. Sign up as a Team Captain, join a team or walk as an individual. This month, Answers for Elders supports the Walks and fundraising for the Alzheimer's Association. This episode, we feature an interview conducted in September 2019 with Carrie McBride, director of marketing and communications for the Alzheimer's Association, Washington Chapter.
Optimism for Alzheimer’s
Dr. Kay Lehmann, Board Chair of the Alzheimer's Association in the state of Washington, joins Suzanne Newman to talk about optimism on the horizon for treating and curing Alzheimer's.
All About the Alzheimer’s Association
Deaths from Alzheimer's have increased 141% since 2020, with the global pandemic adversely affecting those with Alzheimer's and their families. Dr. Kay Lehmann, Board Chair of the Alzheimer's Association in the state of Washington, joins Suzanne Newman to talk about all that the Alzheimer's Association does to help those with the disease.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s: What Goes On
This year, 350,000 people will join 600 Walk to End Alzheimer's events across America. Dr. Kay Lehmann, Board Chair of the Alzheimer's Association in the state of Washington, joins Suzanne Newman to talk about what goes on at the Alzheimer's Walks. Suzanne encourages everyone to sign up to make a difference, or donate to the cause or one of the walking teams.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s: Introduction
The Walk to End Alzheimer's in September and October is the largest non-profit fundraising event in the U.S. This month, Answers for Elders supports the Walks and fundraising for the Alzheimer's Association. One out of nine Americans over 65 has Alzheimer's. As Alzheimer's touches families deeply, we'll cover everything from the Walks themselves to clinical research advancements. Today, Suzanne Newman introduces listeners to Dr. Kay Lehmann, Board Chair of the Alzheimer's Association in the state of Washington, which kicks off the Walks.
Financial Wellness: Who Do You Trust?
What are the criteria to use when choosing people to represent you financially? Attorney Steve Waltar from Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to talk about this aspect of financial and legal wellness, one of the eight foundational principles of senior wellness featured this summer in the Vitality Revolution podcast series.
Financial Wellness: Family Meeting
Communication is key. Are we communicating our wishes properly to family members when preparing estate documents, to ensure our wishes are carried out in case something happens? Attorney Steve Waltar from Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to talk about this aspect of financial and legal wellness, one of the eight foundational principles of senior wellness featured this summer in the Vitality Revolution podcast series.
Financial Wellness: Investing Rules
Are you preparing for the future financially? Attorney Steve Waltar from Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to talk about investing rules, part of financial wellness, one of the eight foundational principles of senior wellness featured this summer in the Vitality Revolution podcast series.
Financial Wellness: Wills and Trusts
Attorney Steve Waltar from Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to talk about financial and legal wellness, one of the eight foundational principles of senior wellness featured this summer in the Vitality Revolution podcast series. Are you preparing for the future? Topics include investing in long term care as well as critical documents to have in place as you age.
Home Safety: Top 5 Tips
What are the most important things to keep in mind in order to make sure your home supports your well-being? Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about environmental wellness, one of the eight foundational principles of senior wellness featured this summer in the Vitality Revolution podcast series. In this segment, Dr. Shawn shares five critical areas to concentrate on.
Home Safety: Air Quality
When considering home safety, we tend to think about physical areas like bathrooms. How old is your house, when was the last time you had your air ducts cleaned? Poor air quality contributes to illness. Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about healthy indoor air quality, toxins, and allergens — environmental wellness, one of the eight foundational principles of senior wellness featured this summer in the Vitality Revolution podcast series.
Home Safety: Bathroom Dangers
Ninety percent of senior falls happen in the bathroom. So many debilitating falls can be avoided with some forethought and planning. Fall prevention specialist Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about environmental wellness, one of the eight foundational principles of senior wellness featured this summer in the Vitality Revolution podcast series. This segment focuses on the most dangerous part of the home: the bathroom.
Home Safety: Plan Ahead
Does your home support you as you age? Don't wait till you get into an urgent situation to start thinking about the adaptability of your surroundings. Does your home support you? Is it hard to climb stairs, or have you slipped and fallen on a throw rug? To live in safer surroundings, fall prevention specialist Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about environmental wellness. The better prepared you are now, the safer you'll be and more productive you can be in your home.
How to Start Exercising Your Brain
If you find yourself stuck in a rut, and are interested in starting to exercise your mind, or have a parent in a stagnant phase, Dr. Shawn Weiss shares some ways to get started and how to set realistic expectations. Dr. Shawn joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders Radio Show this hour to talk about Intellectual Wellness, one of the eight foundational principles of senior wellness featured in this summer's Vitality Revolution podcast series.
Fresher Foods Make Fresher Minds
The pillars of health are all connected. Nutrition, stress, sleep and other factors affect our ability to maintain mental capacity. Our nutritional needs change as we age. Consider whether you are eating a balanced diet and getting the right nutrients such as calcium and iron. Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about Intellectual Wellness, one of the eight foundational principles of senior wellness featured in this summer's Vitality Revolution podcast series.
Always Be Learning, No Matter Our Age
One should always be learning to keep our minds intellectually stimulated. Older people with mobility challenges might not think about making intellectual wellness a priority, but even those living in a senior living community have all sorts of ways to keep the healthy mind. Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about Intellectual Wellness, one of the eight foundational principles of senior wellness featured in this summer's Vitality Revolution podcast series.
Master New Skills for a Sharp Mind
Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne on the Answers for Elders Radio Show to talk about Intellectual Wellness, one of the eight fundamental principles of...
Spirituality: It’s All About Love
Hospice chaplain John Wenderlein joins Dr. Shawn Weiss to talk about love and spiritual health, part of the Vitality Revolution summer podcast series on Answers for Elders. It is such an uplifting message to learn how to live a glorious life, to make it as fulfilling and joyous as possible.
Tips to Help Seniors Connect With Community
Paula Sikes, Director of Resident Engagement at Cogir Senior Living, joins Suzanne to talk about social wellness. She recommends some tips to help people connect with community. Social wellness is a focus in this summer's Vitality Revolution podcast series.
Family Helps Our Social Health
How does a family help facilitate senior wellness? Why is it important for caregivers not to isolate themselves with their loved one, but to engage with their friends and peers? Paula Sikes, Director of Resident Engagement at Cogir Senior Living, joins Suzanne to talk about social wellness, a focus in this summer's Vitality Revolution podcast series.
Community and Our Better Health
Paula Sikes, Director of Resident Engagement at Cogir Senior Living, joins Suzanne to talk about the benefits of community to our health. Social wellness is a focus in this summer's Vitality Revolution podcast series. Cogir's senior living program is called Cadence senior living, the acronym CADENCE standing for C (cognitive) A (active) D (dementia) E (expressive) N (nourishing) C (community) E (environmental). Paula is the Director of Resident Engagement for Cogir Senior Living. Social wellness is more than just sitting down with friends, dating someone, or having a relationship. It's having fulfillment that you're an active participant in the world.
Seeking Your Ideal Retirement
Retirement coach Larry Jacobson joins Dr. Shawn Weiss to talk about how to find and experience your ideal retirement. Larry's new book, Your Ideal Retirement Workbook, walks you through the process to build a fulfilling retirement plan, one that provides both pleasure and purpose. Listeners who buy Larry's new book can enroll for free in his online video course Sail Into Retirement.
Answers for Elders and Reinventing Your Life
Life Coach Laurie Hardie interviews Answers for Elders host Suzanne Newman for episode 70 of her podcast ''Interrupted: Act 2: Reinventing Your Legacy.'' We talk about her podcast and her network and how this podcast has grown into an empire of help and support for elders and their caregivers. She has awesome tips on how to grow your podcast into a viable business. Grab a cup of coffee and come hang out with us for some answers.
Ten Easy Minutes to Improve Brain Health
Denise Medved, creator of Ageless Grace brain-health program, joins Dr. Shawn Weiss to talk about how neuroplasticity helps your mind and body. It has numerous benefits, including physical, emotional, and social, all of which are part of this summer's Vitality Revolution podcast series. This year is the 13th annual Ageless Grace retreat. It's Sunday, July 21, from 12-5 p.m. EDT, with a host of online presenters. You can network with them from 11-12 and 5-6. The whole day is just $80 and it's recorded, so if you can't make it, you can register and get the presentations sent to you. If you can come part of the time, you can watch recordings for the others.
How to Improve Our Gut Health
We often don't think about our gut health, but there's a gut-brain connection that affects our physical health. Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about improving gut health.
Get Hydrated, Get Healthy
One of the more important parts of nutrition and physical wellness is hydration. How many of us don't drink enough water? Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about proper hydration.
Stop Eating C-R-A-P For Better Nutrition
Nutrition and vitality go hand in hand. Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about nutrition, part of physical wellness, which is a pillar of the eight foundational principles of wellness, part of the summer Vitality Revolution podcast series.
Get Moving, Even For Five Minutes
Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about physical wellness, a pillar of the eight foundational principles of wellness, part of the summer Vitality Revolution podcast series.
Nuts and Bolts of Living Trusts
Why would you want to set up a living trust? Legacy Estate Planning attorney Steve Waltar joins Suzanne to talk about the basics and benefits of living trusts. Benefits include ease of management and they work in all 50 states.
Living Trusts and Trustees
Trustees manage assets on a trust. Successor trustees do the same sorts of things that an executor of an estate does, but for a trust. Sometimes it's the same person. Legacy Estate Planning attorney Steve Waltar joins Suzanne to talk more about living trusts, and this segment focuses on trustees.
Living Trusts and Trustors
Legacy Estate Planning attorney Steve Waltar joins Suzanne to talk more about living trusts. This segment focuses on who does what when trusts are created and managed.
Benefits of a Living Trust
You want to have documents to protect your wishes, making sure that you leave a legacy behind for your loved ones, and if you become incapacitated — if you need help in your later life, if you're unable to speak for yourself — there is legal proof that honors your wishes. Legacy Estate Planning attorney Steve Waltar joins Suzanne to talk about the value of trusts.
4 Steps to Feel Better Emotionally
Are you where you want to be at your age? If not, what are some strategies to improve? Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to provide three key ways we can improve how we feel emotionally. 1) Move your body; 2) Have gratitude; 3) Journal positivity; and 4) Try new things.
Use Self-Care to Boost Your Wellness
If we don't have our emotional or mental health in a good place, it will affect all of pillars of our health. We'll have a hard time making progress. Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about emotional wellness, a pillar of the eight foundational principles of wellness, part of the summer Vitality Revolution podcast series.
Improve All Aspects of Your Health
Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about the eight foundational principles of wellness. The Vitality Revolution podcast series kicks off this summer with an overview of the eight foundational principles of wellness as designed by the University of Colorado at Pueblo.
Want to Be Happier? Develop a Growth Mindset
It's important to stimulate our brains in new ways as we grow older. A growth mindset means believing what you're doing, training yourself to believe that new tasks are possible and doable, and uses our brain's natural neuro-plasticity to continue to rewire itself and continue to grow. Cultivating a growth mindset is self-motivating and brings us a sense of accomplishment. Positive Wellness Coach Debra Kane joins Dr. Shawn Weiss to talk about what a growth mindset is, and how we can use it to become happier. This episode on emotional wellness: mindset over 50 is part of the Vitality Revolution summer podcast series on Answers for Elders.
Medical Emergencies: How Life Care Professionals Help
Everyone wants to plan ahead. Sometimes you have a parent trying to prevent a crisis, but if something happens, you want to be prepared. Though life care professionals like to help people prevent a crisis, helping families navigate a crisis is the nature of their work. Lisa Mayfield, CEO and founder of Aging Wisdom, joins Suzanne to talk about how life care professionals help.
Five Signs That Mom or Dad Needs Help
Family members may spot changes in how a senior loved one starts behaving. Some are natural for age progression, while others could mean that they might need medical care or assistance. Aging life care professional Lisa Mayfield, CEO and founder of Aging Wisdom, joins Suzanne to list some of the top signs of uncharacteristic behaviors to keep in kind when visiting senior loved ones.
Planning for Aging, Then Getting a Diagnosis
Lisa Mayfield, CEO and founder of Aging Wisdom, joins Suzanne to talk about how aging life care professionals consult with individuals and families who are navigating changes in health and memory.
Aging Life Care Advocates For Struggling Seniors
Geriatric care managers are essential advocates for navigating the path for senior loved ones with medical or mobility challenges. A geriatric care manager or aging life care professional consults with individuals and families who are navigating changes in health and memory. People are doing this work across the country to help navigate the complicated, overwhelming, confusing system that is long term care choices and memory changes, and what do people do while amid these changes. Lisa Mayfield, CEO and founder of Aging Wisdom, joins Suzanne to talk about how these consultants advocate for loved ones during these crossroads and transitions.
Sit Up Straight: Posture Matters
As you're listening, or watching on YouTube, sit up straight because we're going to talk about posture. Posture plays into overall health and our digestive system. It also lifts us up right, both emotionally and physically, there's so many things that posture plays into overall health. Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about how good posture can improve our health, particularly as we age.
How Oral Health Impacts Overall Health
As we age, sometimes we forget about a very important aspect of our health: our oral health. Once we get in our fifties and sixties, some of us think, it is what it is. It's expensive; senior on fixed incomes put tooth care last. But as we age, our teeth need more attention. Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about how oral health factors into overall health.
20-Week Lifestyle Plan to Reduce Dementia Risk
Practical takeaways from global studies aim to reduce our risk for developing Alzheimer's and dementia. Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk more how to apply these recommendations to our everyday lives. One 20-week lifestyle plan was developed by the Lancet Commission on Dementia Prevention Intervention and Care. The plan has four components that focus on diet, exercise, stress management, and support groups.
12 Risk Factors for Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about Alzheimer's and dementia studies with an eye towards prevention. She discusses the FINGER survey (Finnish Geriatric Intervention Study to Prevent Cognitive Impairment and Disability) and ongoing global studies that study 12 modifiable risk factors: hypertension, smoking, type-2 diabetes, obesity, social isolation, alcohol, lessened cognitive activity, lower education levels, hearing loss, head injuries, lifestyle (physical activity and exercise), and air pollution.
Three Key Tips for Families During Senior Downsizing
How can families be supportive during a senior loved one's downsizing to senior living, and when is it time for Mom to let professionals take over? Rebecca Bomann, CEO of SASH Services (Sell a Senior's Home), joins Suzanne to advise families during downsizing. Sometime families help, and sometimes they get in the way and make it more complicated than it needs to be. Her three tips: Let mom take ownership of the move; let professionals be the bad guy; and validate mom's emotional journey.
Two Myths About Downsizing to Senior Living
Rebecca Bomann, CEO of SASH Services (Sell a Senior's Home), joins Suzanne to expose two myths: 1) You can only sell your home successfully at certain times of the year, and 2) All real estate brokers are the same.
Overcoming the Top 3 Obstacles to Downsizing
What are the obstacles to downsizing, and how can we get past them? Rebecca Bomann, CEO of SASH Services (Sell a Senior's Home), joins Suzanne to address obstacles people face as well as their solutions. Rebecca says, "I've sat in hundreds and hundreds of living rooms over the years that I've been providing these services, and my clients articulate to me why they don't feel like they can move even though they really want to or need to.
Downsizing: Numerous Options and the Emotional Journey
Rebecca Bomann, CEO of SASH Services (Sell a Senior's Home), joins Suzanne to talk about various options for downsizing and moving, including for those 55 and up, as well as the emotional journey of leaving the family home. Rebecca says, "Happily, there are so many options out there for seniors who are looking to downsize from their home, more and more living options, a greater variety of pricing options for people, amenities, activities. They're allowing pets more in these communities. There's a lot of open doors and opportunities. So it doesn't feel like clients are looking at kind of a barren landscape of where to go. There's a rich buffet of opportunity and options where people can live."
Ways Families Can Support Struggling Seniors
Daphne Davis of Pinnacle Senior Placements joins Suzanne to offer tips for dealing with complex family dynamics of helping a struggling senior loved one. Be the son and daughter, don't try to parent your parent.
Consider In-Home Care For Ailing Seniors
A senior loved one has had a hospital stay, and now they want to go home. Or their insurance is running out and they need to return home to recuperate. What are their options at home for care? While at the hospital, talk to a social worker about in-home care, which can supplement help from a spouse and other family members. Daphne Davis of Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about considering the various services available to families that Medicaid can pay for.
Warning Signs That Mom Is Struggling at Home
When do you start discussing having more care for mom and dad? Oftentimes, people wait too long. In this segment, Daphne Davis of Pinnacle Senior Placements offers the broad picture health analogy of a three-legged stool: hydration, medication, and nutrition, which balance fine so long as all three are done well. Daphne gives us some warning signs that it may be time to have that dreaded conversation with a senior loved one that they could benefit from some assistance at home.
Realizing Mom Needs Help at Home
Daphne Davis joins Suzanne to talk about crossroads and transitions. One of the most difficult parts of aging with families is being unprepared for life's changes. When adult children realize that mom or dad may need some help, broaching the topic can be challenging. A longtime contributor to Answers for Elders, Daphne Davis is President of Pinnacle Senior Placements.
How Legal Documents Work Together to Help You
This segment focuses on how various legal documents work together as part of your estate planning to make sure you're taken care of if anything happens that makes you incapacitated. Andrea Lee from Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to talk about the pieces of a person's legal puzzle.
Incapacity: Everything You Need to Know
Incapacity planning is a broad area of law that covers how you are cared for if you become physically or mentally unable to care for yourself. Andrea Lee from Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to talk about issues individuals and families face in regards to incapacity. The type of care could range from simple tasks like buying groceries, paying bills, and handling financial matters to more important decisions such as selling real estate, gifting assets to your children, or making critical medical decisions. Incapacity planning could include a number of techniques such as Property Powers of Attorney, Health Care Powers of Attorney, Living Wills or Advance Health Care Directives or Guardianships/Conservatorships. It is also important to have appropriate HIPAA authorization forms in place.
A Resident’s View of Skyline’s Life Care Community, Part 3
Skyline resident Kendall Clark Baker continues his conversation with Suzanne about living in Skyline's life care senior living community. In this segment, he talks about what happens on an average day, the variety of restaurants in the community, friendships, a chapel, programs, and support groups.
A Resident’s View of Skyline’s Life Care Community, Part 2
Kendall Clark Baker continues his conversation with Suzanne about living in Skyline's life care senior living community. In this segment, Kendall talks about what he feels are the primary benefits of living here, its diversity, and its location. He also discusses his wife's developing illness, her move to assisted living, and the strong community support they received.
A Resident’s View of Skyline’s Life Care Community, Part 1
Skyline resident Kendall Clark Baker joins Suzanne to provide a glimpse of residing in Skyline's life care senior living community. Baker was a charter member, who moved in when the facility was brand new 15 years ago.
Socialization Benefits With CarePartners Cottages
CarePartners Cottages are secured campuses containing a small neighborhood of three or four apartments. These unique cottages are a great solution for many issues facing those with Alzheimer's and dementia, including sundowning and socialization. Tracy Helling at CarePartners Living talks about the company, their special spot in the area of senior living, and the benefits of the cottages.
Top 3 Tips for Being With Seniors Who Have Dementia
Tracy Helling at CarePartners Living shares three most important things to keep in mind during interactions with senior loved ones who have Alzheimer's and dementia. They can't make new memories, so correcting them and arguing with them just causes distress. Have a sense of humor when the unusual happens. And remember that every day is a new day – someone with Alzheimer's and dementia lives in the moment, so if they get angry with you, they won't carry that into tomorrow.
Socialization, Home Care, Memory Care, and a Sense of Purpose
Socialization and relationships are important for our mental health, and it's a core part of memory care at senior living communities. Mom or dad wants to be with peers as well as with family. Home care agencies are available to come in and provide assistance to seniors with activities of daily living. Tracy Helling at CarePartners Living joins Suzanne to talk about these factors for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Top Warning Signs for Dementia
Tracy Helling at CarePartners Living joins Suzanne to talk about memory care. CarePartners has senior living communities in Washington and Arizona. She talks about the warning signs of dementia, comparing them with natural signs of aging.
Everything You Need to Know About Probate
Probate is a court process to retitle assets. Probate is designed to create a “final accounting” upon death. It is the legal process of “proving up” a will, or verifying that a will is valid, takes place in one of two instances. First, if a person dies leaving behind a will, or second, if the deceased has died intestate, that is, has not left behind a will or estate plan of any type or the will cannot be found. Estate planning attorney Steve Waltar with Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to give us a primer on probate.
The Trouble With Joint Tenancy: Estate Planning
Although Joint Tenancy offers some short-term conveniences, in the long run it poses a host of problems that can cost you and your loved ones many times the expense and headaches you thought you were avoiding. Estate planning attorney Steve Waltar with Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to talk about the difficulties of using joint tenancy while trying to plan your estate.
Your State Does It If You Won’t: Estate Planning
If you don't file estate planning documents, your state will do it for you, perhaps not the way you expect. Estate planning attorney Steve Waltar with Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to talk about various options available when planning your estate, what happens when you list beneficiaries, generally how wills work, living wills, living trusts, and Medicaid planning.
Guarantee Your Wishes Are Honored: Estate Planning
Estate planning attorney Steve Waltar with Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to talk about having an estate plan. Families run into gotcha moments where they discover a loved one hasn't files certain documents, or haven't made plans, and are left to second guess what they want. In this segment, Steve introduces the concept of estate planning and different types. Most people don't want it to be a curse, but a blessing, and it's about protecting yourself during your lifetime. Make sure your wishes are honored they way you want to be honored.
Holistic Approaches to Health and Wellness
Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about holistic care, why those over 55 should incorporate some of these practices, and share some of the most popular ones that can be done at home. Weiss provides balanced functional wellness education and coaching based on the the six pillars of health: exercise, stress, sleep, nutrition, gut health, and emotional health.
Depression: Surprising Holistic Treatments
Diagnoses of depression and anxiety have risen 25% since the pandemic. Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about ways depression and anxiety can be reduced holistically.
All About Life Plan Communities
Joan Rettmann from Transforming Age joins Suzanne to talk about the definition of a life plan community and what it offers residents. Joan says, "A lot of different terms are used in the industry, and this is a classic example of where things get confusing. A life plan community is really an umbrella term that covers independent communities that have additional care levels available, such as assisted living, memory support, and normally skilled nursing as well.
Benefits of Moving to Independent Living Communities
Somebody comes into independent living in a retirement community. What does it offer? Generally it takes care of housekeeping, provides meals, and lots of social activities. Joan Rettmann from Transforming Age joins Suzanne to summarize the various offerings.
55+ Retirement Living Options
The term 'retirement community' covers a lot of different types of options, some with care, some without care. Joan Rettmann from Transforming Age joins Suzanne to talk about what they all mean.
Low-Maintenance Lifestyles in Independent Living
Joan Rettmann from Transforming Age joins Suzanne to talk about various independent living retirement options. People are starting to explore senior living options at an earlier age. We're seeing a shift to people in their 60s and early 70s, people looking to improve their quality of life. What seems like a forever home could get in the way of other priorities. Retirement communities can provide a low-maintenance lifestyle with more social opportunities.
Downsizing and Moving: Preparing for Moving Day
Sean Joseph, CEO of Jordan River Moving & Storage, joins Suzanne to talk about how to make your move as smooth and stress-free as possible. The better you prepare ahead of time, the smoother the move will be.
Downsizing and Moving: Scam Warning Signs
A lot of seniors get taken advantage of by moving companies. In this segment, Sean Joseph, CEO of Jordan River Moving & Storage, joins Suzanne to talk about how to avoid moving scams.
Downsizing and Moving: Making Sure Items Are Well Packed
Sean Joseph, CEO of Jordan River Moving & Storage, joins Suzanne to talk about how to find trustworthy providers to help seniors with moving. This segment focuses on in-home estimates. Make sure items that are priceless to you are packed appropriately, and moving companies are there to provide these services.
Downsizing and Moving: Emotional Adjustments
If you're thinking about the next chapter of your life, and downsizing or senior living is on the horizon, this month Suzanne covers all aspects of the process, starting from the beginning. In this episode, Sean Joseph, CEO of Jordan River Moving & Storage, joins Suzanne to talk about how to plan, what to take with you, and how to find trustworthy providers to help seniors with moving. It's a monumental step for someone who's lived in the same home for more than 50 years, and often an emotional turmoil to depart from that home.
Gift Tax Leverage: Building Generational Wealth & Strong Families
Estate planning expert David T. Phillips explains how proper gifting will not only give the giver fulfillment during their life, it can produce generations of powerful, productive people. He also shows you how to leverage your annual gifts to the max.
Why Caregivers Need Care Bloom for Aging in Place
Lindsay Friedman and Shannon Lyons join Suzanne to talk about peace of mind and other reasons for getting their innovative health monitoring system Care Bloom to help senior loved ones age in place in their homes.
Tracking Mobility and Health Data for Senior Loved Ones
Through the use of a watch, room sensors, and an app, Care Bloom provides 24/7 health monitoring services for caregivers. Lindsay Friedman and Shannon Lyons join Suzanne to talk more about the Care Bloom watch and app, an innovative new tool to assist senior loved ones with aging in place.
Introducing Care Bloom Health Monitoring for Senior Loved Ones
Lindsay Friedman and Shannon Lyons from Care Bloom join Suzanne to talk about an innovative new home-monitoring tool to assist senior loved ones with aging in place, living independently in their later years. Through the use of a watch and app, Care Bloom provides health monitoring services for caregivers. You'll be able to purchase Care Bloom beginning in June.
Retire Richer With These Tax-Free Investment Secrets
In episode 5 of the Estate Planning Made Easy podcast, David T. Phillips reveals key investments that either postpone taxes or accumulate totally income and capital gains tax free.
Building or Modifying for an Aging-in-Place Friendly Home
If you or your relatives want to build a new structure, or get modifications done on your house, there are resources to make sure that the builders are doing it right. Dr. Jill Bjerke joins Suzanne to talk about aging in place constructions as part of this month's Specialist Spotlight on Aging in Place. A home assessment at silverspaces.com provides guidelines and recommendations to design an aging in place home, like lever handles on doors and faucets, a raised dishwasher so you don't have to bend down so far, a stove that has controls in the front, a low-maintenance exterior, things you ordinarily wouldn't think about with new construction.
Take an Aging-in-Place Safety Assessment: What Happens
Silver Spaces is an online home safety assessment tool with a lot of research behind it. It works by taking you through each of your rooms, have you answer questions, and get educated along the way. For this month's Specialist Spotlight on Aging in Place, Dr. Jill Bjerke joins Suzanne to talk about the benefits of Silver Spaces. Only 25% of people who suffer from a broken hip are able to return home after they recover. The biggest injury that older adults incur comes from trips and falls, and they are preventable. A $39.95 assessment at Silver Spaces (silverspaces.com) could mean the difference between a good quality of life and living in a senior living community.
Answers to 3 Top Aging-in-Place Questions
During our lighting round segment on the Answers for Elders radio show, expert Dr. Jill Bjerke joins Suzanne to answer three top questions about aging in place as part of this month's Specialist Spotlight.
Identify Dangers in Your Home With an Aging-in-Place Assessment
This month's Specialist Spotlight on Aging in Place features Dr. Jill Bjerke, the creator of Silver Spaces, an online assessment tool to help you identity safety risks and dangers in your home that you haven't noticed. If you want to remain in your home in your later years, Dr. Jill talks talks about many of the risks you can avoid. Dr. Jill Bjerke is April's Specialist Spotlight on Aging in Place at Answers for Elders.
What Are Your Plans for Aging? Crucial Questions to Ask Yourself for Staying at...
Dr. Jill Bjerke, CEO of Silver Spaces, joins Suzanne for this month's Specialist Spotlight on Aging in Place. People don't ask these questions enough. We get emotionally attached to a locale, and while our health and lifestyle changes, our home stays the same. Tasks that seem so simple can become complicated when we age. When should you start this planning? “It really should start when you're thinking ahead about retirement, because that's the time to think about. When you get to your seventies or eighties, all of a sudden it becomes, 'Can I stay here?'”
A/B Trusts, Protect Your Assets and Avoid Probate
A true estate planning attorney helps you craft a logical distribution plan that has true dynasty provisions avoiding the expenses of probate, blessing multiple generations. In this episode of the Estate Planning Made Easy podcast, David T. Phillips explains how this can be done by ignoring Portability, and establishing an A/B Credit Shelter Trust. Using this little-known estate planning technique, you not only avoid probate, the Credit Shelter “B” Trust can grow to unimaginable sums with absolutely no future federal or state estate taxes. What’s more, this tax-free growth can last as long as there are assets in the trust.
The Taxman and Your Estate
David T. Phillips, CEO of Estate Planning Specialists reveals the importance of exploiting the currently lofty $13.6 federal estate and gift tax exclusion, before it “sunset” or drops down to $6 million on December 31, 2025, known as Tax Doomsday!
Dementia: Self-Care to Mitigate Caregiver Burnout
Give yourself some grace and work on self-care to lessen burnout during the overwhelming experience of family caregiving. Dr. Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about recognizing the symptoms of burnout. Burnout will lead you to have a short fuse, the last thing you need while caregiving. Take time and step back, find ways to de-stress, and have someone you can vent to.
Dementia: 8 Tips to Become a Better Listener
Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne this hour to talk about the listening and non-verbal side of communicating better. Her advice: actually listen, don't pretend to listen. Get over repetition. Don't interrupt. Ask the right questions. Take inventory of your own weaknesses. Practice listening. Resist the impulse to correct errors. And don't let yourself get offended.
Dementia: How to Tweak Surroundings and Your Tone of Voice to Improve Communication
Environment plays a major role in daily success of those who are cognitively impaired, especially as symptoms progress. Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne this hour to talk about ways of adjusting the home environment to improve their quality of life.
Dementia: Communicating Better With Our Loved Ones
If you're caring for a loved one who is cognitively impaired, this hour is for you. Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne this hour. This segment provides an overview of mental impairments, including dementia. 12-18% of those over 60 years old have at least some mild cognitive disorder, and that is expected to grow by 20% by the year 2040. 80% of seniors in senior living communities have some kind of impairment. Most people want to age in place, particularly after Covid, and people are feeling ill-equipped when it comes to caregiving. People are looking for ways to help mom or dad, to improve their quality of life.
Top Ten Tips for a Successful Move: Tips 9 and 10
Sean Joseph, CEO of Jordan River Moving & Storage, joins Suzanne this hour to share his top ten tips for a successful move. In this segment, Sean advises to always pay for moving by weight, not cubic feet, and to inspect the empty truck at the end of the move before the crew leaves.
Top Ten Tips for a Successful Move: Tips 7 and 8
Sean Joseph, CEO of Jordan River Moving & Storage, joins Suzanne this hour to share his top ten tips for a successful move. This segment, Sean advises that you pre-plan your space in your new house before you move there, and observe the truck as it's being weighed before and after loading.
Top Ten Tips for a Successful Move: Tips 3 – 6
Sean Joseph, CEO of Jordan River Moving & Storage, joins Suzanne this hour to share his top ten tips for a successful move. In this segment, Sean advises packing boxes fully to avoid damage, organize your house for the move, don't sign blank forms, and stay with the crew but out of the way.
Top Ten Tips for a Successful Move: Tips 1 and 2
Sean Joseph, CEO of Jordan River Moving & Storage, joins Suzanne this hour to share his top ten tips for a successful move. In this segment, Sean urges people to get an in-home estimate and pack yourself to save money.
The WORST Estate Planning Error That Could Unravel Your Legacy
In the second episode of Senior Resource's Estate Planning Made Easy podcast, expert David T. Phillips reveals the number one estate planning mistake. He also shares the strategy you can implement to avoid that mistake.
How Life Care Communities Work: The Terraces at Skyline
Suzanne is joined by Joan Rettmann, Regional Director of Sales in the Seattle area for Skyline, a unique life care senior living community. She clears up misconceptions about life care communities and explains how they work.
Logical Estate Planning to Keep Predators, Creditors, and the IRS from Taking Over
In this debut episode of Senior Resource's new podcast Estate Planning Made Easy, estate planning expert David T. Phillips discusses the importance of estate planning and the difference between estate planning and financial planning. He highlight the consequences of not having a plan in place and the potential challenges that can arise, especially during unexpected events like COVID-19. He also emphasizes the need to regularly review and update your estate plan to ensure it aligns with your current circumstances.
What Makes Jordan River Moving Special
Suzanne is joined by Sean Joseph, CEO of Jordan River International Moving & Storage, a nationwide firm that specializes in working with seniors. Suzanne highly recommends Jordan River after her experiences with the company helping move her mom twice.
How to Make Moving Less Stressful
Sean Joseph walks us through the steps to a stress-free move, including getting good boxes and marking them well to inspecting the truck. Sean is the CEO of Jordan River Moving & Storage, a nationwide firm that specializes in working with seniors.
How to Spot Moving Company Scams, Part 2
Sean Joseph continues his conversation with Suzanne about moving company scams to watch for. He recommends that you avoid brokers, refuse pricing based on cubic feet rather than weight, and do not pay for a binding estimate. You can also look up a company's DOT number to see if they're a new or establishing firm.
How to Spot Moving Company Scams, Part 1
Suzanne is joined by Sean Joseph, CEO of Jordan River International Moving & Storage, a nationwide firm that specializes in working with seniors. Moving has changed with the internet, making the whole United States one big neighborhood, and leading to scams. Seek local companies, and get a free, in-person estimate.
Family Caregiver Tips: Legal Documents You Need
Elder law and estate planning attorney Andrea Lee joins Suzanne to provide some tips for unpaid family caregivers caring for a loved one about the legal documents they need to have in place, and also some practical tips to keep in mind. Andrea Lee serves as an attorney for Legacy Estate Planning in Bellevue, Washington.
Overlooked Legal Documents You Need to File
Elder law and estate planning attorney Andrea Lee joins Suzanne to talk about essential legal documents to have in place no matter your age, keeping them up to date, and describing oft overlooked documents such as the HIPPA release and POLST form, Physicians Order of Life Sustaining Treatment form. Andrea Lee serves as an attorney for Legacy Estate Planning in Bellevue, Washington.
Why Choose a Healthcare Power of Attorney
Elder law and estate planning attorney Andrea Lee joins Suzanne to talk about the healthcare power of attorney document. Andrea Lee serves as an attorney for Legacy Estate Planning in Bellevue, Washington. This document is often overlooked by families. Who can make medical decisions for you when you're not able to make your own choices?
Why You Need to Grant Powers of Attorney
Elder law and estate planning attorney Andrea Lee joins Suzanne to share advice and tips for legal planning to help you age gracefully in a situation that you like. Andrea Lee serves as an attorney for Legacy Estate Planning in Belleville, Washington. The power of attorney document is a critical tool to let your family help take care of you when you're in a crisis situation.
Remember Me and Delayed Honor
John Wenderlein joins Suzanne to talk about how he got started as a hospice chaplain and wrote his two books ''Remember Me: End of Life as Seen through the Eyes of a Hospice Chaplain'' and ''Delayed Honor.''
Words Left Unspoken: Starting Last Conversations
Hospice chaplain John Wenderlein joins Suzanne to talk about how he helps families facilitate having those difficult conversations during end of life care and hospice.
How to Say Goodbye to Loved Ones
Hospice chaplain John Wenderlein joins Suzanne to talk about learning how to have the conversations to say goodbye to our loved ones at the end of their lives.
Touring an Apartment at Skyline Retirement
Skyline Retirement resident Judy Mayotte joins Suzanne to give a tour of her apartment.
Reasons for Choosing a Life Care Community
Judy Mayotte has been living independently at Skyline Retirement in downtown Seattle for six years. Judy joins Suzanne to talk about how she decided to move into a Life Care Community.
Life Care Through the Eyes of a Resident
Suzanne is joined by Judy Mayotte, an 87-year-old resident of Skyline Retirement in downtown Seattle who lives independently. This is a Life Care Community, in which they take care of seniors from independent through memory care, should they need 24-hour care later in life. You pay an upfront fee, but the quality of care can be much higher.
Senior Moving: What Happens on Moving Day
Sean Joseph, CEO of Jordan River Moving & Storage, talks about what he hopes will happen on moving day, and sometimes what actually happens.
Senior Moving: Setting a Plan
Particularly for people who have mobility challenges or health issues and require special preparations, moving requires planning. Sean Joseph, CEO of Jordan River International Moving & Storage, joins Suzanne to talk how to plan for a move, especially if you're downsizing or moving into a senior living community.
Senior Moving: Packing Options
Sean Joseph, CEO of Jordan River Moving & Storage, joins Suzanne to talk about the variety of options people have when packing for a move, as well as how to pack.
Senior Moving: How Do You Start?
Moving can be a daunting chore at the best of times, but downsizing a senior whose been living in their house for 50 years can be overwhelming. Suzanne is joined by Sean Joseph, CEO of Jordan River International Moving & Storage, a nationwide firm that specializes in working with seniors.
Balancing the Gut-Brain Connection for Optimal Health
Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about the gut-brain connection and how to balance your functional wellness to achieve optimal health.
Adapting to Aging Body Changes for Optimal Health
Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about changes in our bodies that happen once we reach 50 years of age, and what strategies...
Taking Charge of Your Six Pillars of Health
Dr. Shawn Weiss joins Suzanne to talk about taking charge of the six pillars of health — nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress, substance use, and personal connections — so that we can achieve optimal health in our later years.
Leave a Lasting Legacy: Estate Planning
Most people want their family to remember them, they want to pass on something. What does it mean to leave a lasting legacy? What's a mistake, and what are some pointers? Steve Waltar with Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to talk about matters of Inheritance and philanthropy with your estate.
How to Decide: A Will or a Trust?
Steve Waltar with Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to talk about whether you might prefer to have a will or a trust, and why.
How to Choose Beneficiaries: Estate Planning
Steve Waltar with Legacy Estate Planning joins Suzanne to talk about the particulars of choosing beneficiaries when planning for your estate.
How to Prepare Financially for the Unknown
Finance expert David Phillips joins Suzanne to talk about how to anticipate the future by putting a finance plan in place to take advantage of factors that we can control, and account for risks such as longevity, running out of money, potential inflation, taxes, and the needs of long-term care.
How to Downsize with an Expensive Home
Finance expert David Phillips joins Suzanne to talk about how a family owning a million-dollar home can downsize most effectively, maximizing their money for the future. He recommends investing some of the proceeds from the sale into an annuity with guaranteed income rider.
Senior Finances and Downsizing
Finance expert David Phillips joins Suzanne to talk about finances in the face of a new downsizing trend among Baby Boomers. It's estimated that 54% of Baby Boomers in the U.S. will downsize and simplify their finances between 2024 and 2026. By 2030, Boomers will make up 35-40% of the country's population. David talks about how his firm helps people make choices during this process.
Medi-Share 65+ Foundational Principles
Christian Care Ministry President and CEO Brandon Harvath joins Suzanne to describe the four foundational principles of the Medicare resource Medi-Share 65+.
Medi-Share 65+ Success Stories
Medi-Share President and CEO Brandon Harvath joins Suzanne to share success stories.
The Sharing Aspect of Medi-Share 65+
Different opinions and concepts can come together to create something better. Medi-Share President and CEO Brandon Harvath joins Suzanne to talk about the resources of Medi-Share 65+, an option for Seniors 65 and older with Medicare Parts A & B. Medi-Share 65+ will share in any medical expenses that are covered by Medicare.
Medi-Share 65+ and Christian Care Ministry
Navigating healthcare is a challenge for seniors, who are sometimes faced with overwhelming situating and confusing options. This hour, Suzanne is joined by Christian Care Ministry President and CEO Brandon Harvath. Christian Care Ministry is the non-profit association of churches that manages Medi-Share.
Skyline Seattle, Part 3
Brooke Kasten and Suzanne continue their conversation about the Skyline Seattle senior living community in the heart of downtown Seattle, Washington.
Skyline Seattle, Part 2
Brooke Kasten and Suzanne talk about the Skyline Seattle senior living community in the heart of downtown Seattle, Washington. From resort-quality amenities to jaw-dropping rooftop deck views to well-appointed apartment homes and gourmet dining venues, every element of the Seattle senior living community comes together to create an unforgettable retirement lifestyle.
Skyline Seattle, Part 1
From the heart of downtown Seattle, Washington, Skyline Seattle's Associate Executive Director Brooke Kasten and Suzanne talk about the Skyline senior living community. Skyline offers comprehensive care options including orthopedic and stroke rehabilitation, assisted living and memory support.
Gift Ideas for Seniors and Caregivers on YouTube
Alzheimer's Speaks host Lori La Bey joins Suzanne to talk about her new series of gift-giving tips videos, which will be posted this month at the Senior Resource YouTube site.
Simple Ways to Bring Joy to Caregivers
Alzheimer's Speaks host Lori La Bey joins Suzanne to talk about caregiver happiness over the holidays. This segment focuses on ways we can give a little happiness to those who are caring for a loved one.
Caregiving During the Holidays: The Joy Patrol
Alzheimer's Speaks host Lori La Bey joins Suzanne to share stories about how to find caregiver happiness over the holidays.
Caregiving During the Holidays
Alzheimer's Speaks host Lori La Bey joins Suzanne to talk about caregiver happiness over the holidays.
Kindness Matters: Thank a Caregiver Today
Alzheimer's Speaks host Lori La Bey joins Suzanne to talk how to give thanks to family caregivers on this Thanksgiving weekend, who put their lives on hold to take care of a senior loved one.
Surprising Caregiver Statistics
Alzheimer's Speaks host Lori La Bey joins Suzanne to talk about family caregiver statistics: with close to 60 million family caregivers in the United States, 50% spend an average of 20 hours per week caregiving, while 20% spend an average of 50 hours per week caring for a loved one.
Rosalynn Carter’s Impact on Caregiving
Alzheimer's Speaks host Lori La Bey joins Suzanne to talk about the impact of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter on family caregiving. Carter, who passed away on November 19, founded the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers in 1987.
Advocating for Retirees in Senior Living
Courtesy of Era Living, Suzanne is joined by Stefanie Starkovich, Executive Director of the UW Retirement Association. The association is an independent 501(c)(3) organization, powered by dues-paying members and member-volunteers, and supported by the University of Washington. Stefanie talks about what's available in this organization to enrich retired seniors.
Enhancing Senior Living: de Tornyay Center for Healthy Aging
Courtesy of Era Living, Suzanne is joined by Professor Basia Belza from the de Tornyay Center for Healthy Aging, part of the University of Washington School of Nursing.
How Art Exhibits Enhance Senior Living
June Sekiguchi, one of three art curators for Era Living, joins Suzanne to talk about art and how it plays into seniors and senior living.
Virtual Senior Village: North East Seattle Together
Courtesy of Era Living, Emily Jones, executive director of NEST – North East Seattle Together, joins Suzanne to talk about connections. NEST is a virtual community connecting members with each other and with resources to age successfully in the place they call home.
Caregivers: Home Care To Lessen Your Burden
Flanna Perkins, CEO of Fedelta Home Care in Seattle & Portland, Oregon, joins Suzanne to talk about caregivers getting extra assistance. Fedelta provides companionship care, respite care, post hospital care, daily living assistance, long-term care, end of life comfort & care, and personal care.
Caregivers and Dignity of Risk
Flanna Perkins, CEO of Fedelta Home Care in Seattle & Portland, Oregon, joins Suzanne to talk about caregivers getting extra assistance from home care, a wonderful way to improve the lives of both the caregiver and the senior, and to help make sure loved ones retain a dignity of risk: making their own decisions, living their own life.
Caregivers: Getting Pro Help
Flanna Perkins, CEO of Fedelta Home Care in Seattle & Portland, Oregon, joins Suzanne to talk about caregivers getting extra assistance. Fedelta provides companionship care, respite care, post hospital care, daily living assistance, long-term care, end of life comfort & care, and personal care.
Wine, Women, and Dementia, Part 4
Kitty Norton, creator and producer of ''Wine, Women, and Dementia,'' joins Suzanne to talk more about her caregivers documentary. She describes where you can watch the movie, shares feedback she's gotten from various screenings, and updates us on the status of the film.
Wine, Women, and Dementia, Part 3
Kitty Norton, creator and producer of ''Wine, Women, and Dementia,'' joins Suzanne to share three tips for caring for a loved one.
Wine, Women, and Dementia, Part 2
Kitty Norton, creator and producer of ''Wine, Women, and Dementia,'' joins Suzanne to talk about the origins of her caregivers documentary.
Wine, Women, and Dementia, Part 1
Kitty Norton, creator and producer of ''Wine, Women, and Dementia,'' joins Suzanne to talk about her caregivers documentary.
Successfully Navigating Your Parents’ Senior Years, Part 4
As part of National Caregiver Month, Star Bradbury joins Suzanne to continue the discussion about her 2023 book, "Successfully Navigating Your Parents' Senior Years."
Successfully Navigating Your Parents’ Senior Years, Part 3
As part of National Caregiver Month, Star Bradbury joins Suzanne to continue the discussion about her 2023 book, "Successfully Navigating Your Parents' Senior Years."
Successfully Navigating Your Parents’ Senior Years, Part 2
As part of National Caregiver Month, Star Bradbury joins Suzanne to continue the discussion about her 2023 book, "Successfully Navigating Your Parents' Senior Years."
Successfully Navigating Your Parents’ Senior Years, Part 1
As part of National Caregiver Month, Star Bradbury joins Suzanne to talk about her 2023 book, "Successfully Navigating Your Parents' Senior Years."
Noble Swan: Helping Support Family Caregivers
Lori La Bey, Alzheimer's Speaks host, joins Suzanne to talk about the Noble Swan, an Answers for Elders initiative to help support family caregivers.
A Caregiver’s Greatest Needs
Alzheimer's Speaks host Lori La Bey joins Suzanne to talk about what caregivers need most. Lori says they need to be understood, appreciated, supported, not feel alone, and have choice and a voice in how we move forward.
Suzanne’s Experience as a Caregiver
Alzheimer's Speaks host Lori La Bey asks Suzanne Newman about her experiences as a caregiver that led to her starting Answers for Elders.
Caregivers: Unsung Family Heroes
Alzheimer's Speaks host Lori La Bey joins Suzanne to talk about caregivers and how we can help support these unsung family heroes.
Florence Klein: How to Be Courageous
Florence Klein, author of "Under the Hat: Memoir of an Unstoppable Woman Trailblazer," joins Suzanne to talk about how she's been able throughout her life to overcome fear and intimidation, lead an inspirational life, and be courageous.
Florence Klein on Senior Loneliness
Florence Klein, author of "Under the Hat: Memoir of an Unstoppable Woman Trailblazer," joins Suzanne to talk about loneliness as a big concern for seniors. Florence says the solution is for seniors to live in inter-generational homes with young and old people living together. She also talks about social workers needing to be paid more and for seniors to make sure they go to the doctor.
Florence Klein on Ageism
Octogenarian Florence Klein, author of "Under the Hat: Memoir of an Unstoppable Woman Trailblazer," joins Suzanne, talking about ageism and about being "old."
Under the Hat: Memoir of an Unstoppable Woman Trailblazer
Octogenarian Florence Klein, author of "Under the Hat: Memoir of an Unstoppable Woman Trailblazer," joins Suzanne. Florence was one of Philadelphia's first women stockbrokers, and the first woman real estate developer in America to renovate old factory buildings into historic condos. She volunteered in one of America's highest-security prisons, and started one of the first websites to help seniors in need. She talks about marketing her memoir as her sixth career.
Dementia: When Traumatic Memories Surface
Alzheimer's and dementia expert Forrest Stepnowski joins Suzanne to talk about dementia, particularly when someone with dementia has gone through a traumatic event. Forrest is CarePartners Living's Executive Director of The Cottages at Renton, in Seattle.
Dementia: Learning to Speak the Language
Alzheimer's and dementia expert Forrest Stepnowski joins Suzanne to talk about learning to communicate better with those who have dementia. Forrest is CarePartners Living's Executive Director of The Cottages at Renton, in Seattle.
Action Steps For Better Retirement Planning
People who've been retired for a while say they wish they'd saved more of their money and invested it more. They also advise to keep investing in yourself, learning how to do your job better, which gives far better returns than anything you'll get from the investment markets. Retirement Watch CEO Bob Carlson provides Suzanne with action steps to improve you retirement planning. Financial wellness is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness, part of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Top 2 Fails in Retirement Planning
Many people fail when it comes to the non-financial aspects of retirement planning, and many miscalculate their longevity, outliving their money. Retirement Watch CEO Bob Carlson joins Suzanne to talk about these aspects of planning. Financial wellness is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness, part of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Retirement Has Changed, And Will Change Again
Bob Carlson joins Suzanne to talk about senior retirement finances. Retirement has changed multiple times, and you can expect the details to change again before you retire, meaning you need to keep up or it can cost you a lot of money. Bob talks about changes to Medicare, inflation, and interest rates that affect retirement planning. Financial wellness is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness, part of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Finances: The Retirement Squeeze
If you're adequately prepared, you can live a fulfilling life long into your senior years. Bob Carlson joins Suzanne to talk about senior retirement finances, noting that people haven't realized or properly planned for what their real life expectancy turned out to be. Bob's Retirement Watch newsletter is a staple of our partner Salem Media. Financial wellness is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness, part of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Asset Management Example for Long Term Care
There are different ways you can remain solvent in your aging years, and there are techniques to maintain and preserve assets. Estate planning specialist David T. Phillips joins Suzanne to talk about the three types of leveraged care solutions and to provide an example of how they work.
Asset Management for Long Term Care
According to AARP, 90% of Seniors would prefer to be cared for in their homes. What have seniors done to make sure this happens? Estate planning specialist David T. Phillips joins Suzanne to talk about long term care strategies to make sure you have care in your later life.
Plan for Long Term Care While You’re Healthy
Most baby boomers haven’t planned for a long term care event, considering that only 1 in 30 have a long-term care policy and only 7% of adults over age 50 own any form of Long Term Care insurance. David T. Phillips joins Suzanne to talk about how to reposition our assets in order to have funds available for a long term care event.
Today’s Long Term Care Crisis
David T. Phillips joins Suzanne to talk about a crisis in Long Term Care and how it is seriously negatively impacting Americans. Financial wellness is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness featured on the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Real Estate After a Senior Passes
Real Estate 55 Plus provides a spectrum of services for seniors. Real Estate 55 Plus CEO Juli Anne Gibson joins Suzanne to talk about what typically happens when a senior loved one passes and a home goes into probate.
What Keeps Seniors From Downsizing
Seniors are waiting longer before they make a change. For many, they wait so long that they end up limiting their options. They have a fall, are injured to an extent that they're no longer able to live independently, and now have a crisis to move. Real Estate 55 Plus CEO Juli Anne Gibson joins Suzanne to talk about what holds people back, the biggest questions people ask about downsizing, and provides an example of a family that faced a moving crisis.
All About Aging With Choice Workshops
If you're thinking about moving, Real Estate 55 Plus conducts valuable Aging With Choice workshops. Founder and CEO Juli Anne Gibson joins Suzanne to talk about working with families, real estate agents, executors, and estate planners. She talks about how the workshops work, then provides a great example of a senior who took the workshop and how it led to her moving choices.
All About Real Estate 55 Plus
If you're a senior living in a home that's not working for you, and you need to make a change, but don't know what the next steps are, specialized services for seniors are available at Real Estate 55 Plus. Founder and CEO Juli Anne Gibson joins Suzanne to talk about working with families, real estate agents, executors, and estate planners. She talks about creating a roadmap to minimize the stress involved in moving, particularly for those over 55.
Nitty Gritty Senior Finance Questions
Will people hit their goal for retirement? Like getting out the good china, we rarely think about our post-retirement finances. Brynne Malone, the owner and founder of Aging Solutions NW, joins Suzanne to talk about how a financial manager considers your circumstances holistically.
Life Book: A Non-Invasive Family Finance Tool
A professional finance manager can craft a life book to document your assets, income, and expenses – or for your senior loved ones – and how it insulates mom and dad from feeling like they're sharing too much with their family. Brynne Malone, the owner and founder of Aging Solutions NW, joins Suzanne to talk about life books. Financial wellness is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness featured in the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Family Finance Trip Wires
Brynne Malone, the owner and founder of Aging Solutions NW, joins Suzanne to talk about trip wires when it comes to the financial plan for your aging years, or the finances of your senior loved ones. Financial wellness is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness featured in the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Family Finances: Talking With Your Parents
Do you have a financial plan to move forward in your aging years? Do your senior loved ones have a plan? Sometimes it's hard to bring up those topics with them, but if you get asked to serve as power of attorney for a family member, it's your business to find out. Sitting down with a senior finance manager might be a great way to bridge you to this information in a non-invasive way. Brynne Malone, the owner and founder of Aging Solutions NW, joins Suzanne to talk about how to talk to your parents about their family finances. Financial wellness, knowing you have resources to maintain your life, is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness featured in the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
A Day in the Life at Era Living: Resident Diane Miller
Resident Diane Miller at Era Living's Gardens at Town Square retirement community joins Suzanne to talk about her story, why she moved into senior living, what surprised her most about moving in, the encouraging support she got from residents, and important things she was looking for in senior living.
How Connecting With Nature Is Healthy
From getting our daily dose of vitamin D to the mental health that comes from gardening, enjoying our symbiosis with the environment is healthy. Kelley Dennings from the Center for Biological Diversity joins Suzanne to talk about some of the health benefits that come from connecting with nature.
Holiday Tips for Being Eco-Friendly
Kelley Dennings from the Center for Biological Diversity joins Suzanne to talk about how we can make a difference when families gather for holidays to live a more eco-friendly life. Suggestions include reducing decorations, using reusable dishware, and offering alternative gifts such as your time can be a win-win for everyone.
Simple Eco-Friendly Tips to Make a Difference
If we know better, we can do better for our environment. Kelley Dennings from the Center for Biological Diversity joins Suzanne to talk about how we can individually make a difference with our pocket book to live in a way that's more supportive of the ecological sustainability of our world.
Having an Eco-Friendly Mindset
Kelley Dennings from the nonprofit Center for Biological Diversity joins Suzanne to talk about the mindset of being eco-friendly, living a sustainable lifestyle that's supportive of our world's ecosystem. We're dependent on clean air and healthy foods. Environmental wellness is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness featured in the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana. Living sustainably might not seem that important for one person, but it is for the collective whole of humanity.
Mobility Challenges and Decluttering
Suzanne Allbee, CEO of Bee Organized Seattle, joins Suzanne Newman to talk about decluttering, particularly for those with challenges such as ADHD or mobility limitations.
It’s Just Stuff: When to Declutter
If you've got too much stuff in your house, or a cluttered room, Suzanne Allbee, CEO of Bee Organized Seattle, talks about how to go about changing that. She talks about the first steps of their process. Environmental wellness is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness, a focus of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Your Kids Don’t Want Your Stuff
CEO Suzanne Allbee of Bee Organized Seattle discusses a harsh reality: Your kids don't want your stuff. The idea of sorting possessions can be overwhelming, but there's a better way than piling everything into a storage locker. Bee Organized offers a short quiz that helps them understand how you relate to your stuff. This helps them understand you, so they can help you focus on how to celebrate what's special, while letting everything else go. Environmental wellness is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness, a focus of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Junk, Shame, Tears, Decluttering
Suzanne shares her story of hiring Bee Organized for a life-changing experience to help declutter. Suzanne Allbee, CEO of Bee Organized Seattle, joins Suzanne to talk about living sustainably. Environmental wellness is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness, a focus of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Courses and a Career in Senior Living Management
Nancy Swanger, Founding Director of the Granger Cobb Institute for Senior Living at Washington State University, joins Suzanne on behalf of Era Living to talk about Era Living's partnership with the Granger Cobb Institute, as well as a curriculum that's offered in senior living management.
Dementia: The Environmental Four Fs
Allyson Schrier, founder and CEO of Zinnia TV, joins Suzanne to talk about Teepa Snow's four ideals for making the environment a safer place for those with Alzheimer's and dementia. Teepa says an environment should be Friendly, Familiar, Functional, and Forgiving. Environmental wellness is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness, a focus of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
How Colors Affect Those With Alzheimer’s
Allyson Schrier, founder and CEO of Zinnia TV, joins Suzanne to talk about how those with dementia and Alzheimer's are affected by different colors in their environment. Environmental wellness is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness, a focus of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Dementia: Environmental Red Flags
Allyson Schrier, founder and CEO of Zinnia TV, joins Suzanne to talk about things in the environment to be mindful of for a loved one who has dementia or Alzheimer's. Environmental wellness is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness, a focus of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Communicating Better With Dementia Patients
Allyson Schrier joins Suzanne to talk about how a brain with dementia works differently, and how to change our approach for communicating with someone with dementia. Allyson realized that slower-paced visuals, with music instead of words, or with the words captioned, would be easier for those with Alzheimer's to engage with. Creating an environment that supports us is part of environmental wellness, one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness, a focus this month for the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Alzheimer’s Clinical Trials: Finding Participants
Courtesy of Athira Pharma, Psychiatrist and Medical Director Bernardo Ng of the Sun Valley Research Center joins Suzanne to talk about how they reach out to the Latino community to find participants for Alzheimer's clinical trials.
Why Latinos Hesitate on Alzheimer’s Clinical Trials
Medical Director Bernardo Ng talks about why Latinos are often hesitant to participate in Alzheimer's clinical trials, beginning with having less access to trial centers, as well as fear of being in a research trial and the fear of being diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Courtesy of Athira Pharma.
Challenges for Latinos and Alzheimer’s Clinical Trials
Psychiatrist and Medical Director Bernardo Ng of the Sun Valley Research Center joins Suzanne to talk about specific challenges for the Latino community in signing up for Alzheimer's clinical trials, courtesy of Athira Pharma.
Alzheimer’s Clinical Trials and Underserved Minorities
Courtesy of Athira Pharma, Psychiatrist and Medical Director Bernardo Ng of the Sun Valley Research Center joins Suzanne to talk about Alzheimer's clinical trials, particularly in underserved groups such at the Latino populations in the United States.
Plotting a Road Map For Rightsizing
Founder and CEO of Real Estate 55 Plus Juli Anne Gibson joins Suzanne to talk about more than 70 unique services that her company can provide, including estate sale services, that helps determine a road map for seniors, many of which are rightsizing into a new home.
Home Maintenance Tips to Help Age in Place
Juli Anne Gibson joins Suzanne to talk about home maintenance, which not only keeps a senior safe, it can defer expenses, or increase the value of our home. Maintaining a home can help seniors aging in place in their homes for as long as they can.
Easy Tips to Prevent Falling at Home
Juli Anne Gibson joins Suzanne to talk about home safety, and a key aspect of this for seniors is fall prevention. Being injured in a fall is the number one reason seniors aren't able to go back their homes and live independently.
Will Your Home Support You As You Age?
Juli Anne Gibson talks aging in place and downsizing, about being able to recreate a space for seniors that feels like home. This episode kicks off the topic of environmental wellness: surrounding yourself with an environment that brings you joy; being in an environment that supports you; living sustainably and being mindful of the world we live in. This is one of the 8 foundational principles of wellness, featured as part of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Take Time to Make a Senior Smile
Tonya Hilson at CarePartners Senior Living joins Suzanne to talk about how we can do better with our seniors to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Tonya says, "If they still have a pulse and a heartbeat, they want to still have you near them, whether they remember you or not. I would love to see people take the time to make a senior smile."
Tips on Setting and Maintaining Boundaries
Lori Hutson joins Suzanne to talk about honoring thyself, living your core values, as well as not overcommitting, not giving up yourself for someone else, being intentional with our lives, respecting boundaries, and knowing when to say no. These are aspects of both spiritual and intellectual wellness, two of the 8 foundational principles of wellness featured as part of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Having a Healthy Brain As We Age
Lori Hutson joins Suzanne to talk about brain health, particularly focusing on changes that result from normal aging. This is an aspect of intellectual wellness, featured as part of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Tips to Navigate Dating After Age 60
Lori Hutson joins Suzanne to talk about our connection to people, particularly intimate connections. A lot of people over 60 may have lost a spouse, and may not have dated in decades. Lori provides a list of tips for navigating the field of dating in the 2020s for those over 60 years of age. This is an aspect of spiritual wellness, featured this month as part of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Living With an Attitude of Gratitude
Lori Hutson joins Suzanne to talk about how find something to be grateful for, no matter where we are in the world today. This topic is part of spiritual wellness, featured as part of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Travel Stories, Wow Moments In Immersive Tours
Founder and CEO Susan Black joins Suzanne to share some amazing travel stories from Wowzitude.
Making Connections During Virtual Tours
Making connections unites us all. Wowzitude's founder Susan Black joins Suzanne to talk about live-stream tours with licensed guides that are able to zoom into areas that regular groups can't go to.
Armchair Travelers Enjoy Live Immersive Tours
Take virtual tours of 140 destinations via Wowzitude, expanding your mind through exposure to new cultures via immersive live-stream experiences. Founder and CEO Susan Black joins Suzanne to describe some of the destinations.
Virtual World Tours: The Wow Moment is the Now Moment
Wowzitude Founder and CEO Susan Black joins Suzanne to talk about continuing to be culturally curious in our senior years, by taking virtual tours to 140 locations across the world, part of intellectual wellness, a topic featured this month as part of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
A Day in the Life at Era Living: Resident Shirley Hofmeister
Shirley Hofmeister, a resident of The Lakeshore near Renton, Washington, joins Suzanne to provide a resident's perspective of what a typical day is like at an Era Living retirement community.
Era Living’s Secret Sauce For Staff Longevity
Era Living's Human Resources Director Matt Bromen joins Suzanne to talk about recruiting staff, and his secret sauce for keeping staff members for a decade or more at the company.
Doing Brain Exercises With Loved Ones
Ageless Grace's Denise Medved joins Suzanne to talk about caregivers and family members doing brain exercises together to improve cognitive health.
3 Simple Tools To Fortify Your Brain
Ageless Grace founder Denise Medved shares three of her 21 simple exercises to do each day to fortify your brain, part of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Ten Minutes To Improve Your Brain Health
Ageless Grace founder Denise Medved discusses a series of brain fitness exercises you can do for 10 minutes per day that can improve your brain health, part of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Keeping Your Brain Fit and Healthy
Ageless Grace founder Denise Medved describes simple exercises that can improve your brain health, part of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Get Off Our Case: Finding Self-Forgiveness
Reverend Doctor Kathianne Lewis joins Suzanne to talk about forgiving ourselves as part of spiritual wellness.
How to Recognize Everyday Miracles
Reverend Doctor Kathianne Lewis joins Suzanne to talk about how to see that there are miracles in everyday life, an aspect of spiritual wellness.
Finding Out What’s True About Us and Letting It Shine
Reverend Doctor Kathianne Lewis joins Suzanne to talk about finding and reflecting our personal values in our lives as part of spiritual wellness.
Being Thankful in the Face of Adversity
Reverend Doctor Kathianne Lewis joins Suzanne to talk about spiritual wellness. Rev. Lewis has inspired and served countless numbers of people, whose lives, she hopes, have been changed for the better by practicing spiritual principles.
Era Living’s In-House Director of Capital Projects
Director of Capital Projects Kristina Chalfant joins Suzanne to talk about the environmental factors/design considerations that enhance resident quality of life at Era Living.
Era Living’s Executive Director in Training Program
Susan Vahlkamp, Executive Director of Era Living's University House Issaquah, joins Suzanne to talk about the company's executive director in training program, which offers employees an opportunity for advancement to become strong, knowledgeable leaders.
A Day in the Life at Era Living: Resident Jeanne Luchtel
Era Living resident Jeanne Luchtel talks about her life with her dog at Aljoya Mercer Island's retirement community.
Spirit Calling: Connecting With Ourselves in a Daily Devotional
Retired United Methodist minister Michael Wuehler joins Suzanne to talk about his book "Spirit Calling: Listening to God Within You" and "Hearing Spirit Calling" podcast.
On the Spiritual Side of Grieving
Retired United Methodist minister Michael Wuehler joins Suzanne to talk about the grieving side of families in their spirituality, those coping with the end of life.
Tools for Connecting With Ourselves
Retired United Methodist minister Michael Wuehler joins Suzanne to talk about spiritual wellness, providing some tools or ways to connect with ourselves, such as yoga and breathing practices.
Standing True to One’s Values and Principles
Retired United Methodist minister Michael Wuehler joins Suzanne to talk about spiritual wellness — own sense of well-being, commitment to your values and principles, and who you are as an individual — featured this month as part of the Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
What Is Your Encore? Purpose and Meaning in Retirement
Retirement coach Larry Jacobson describes tools he uses to help people find a life purpose, a dream job they can pursue after retirement.
Now I Know Where I’m Going: Finding A Life Purpose
Retirement coach Larry Jacobson describes tools he uses to help people find a life purpose, a dream job they can pursue after retirement.
How to Seek Fulfillment vs Pleasure, Part 2
Retirement coach Larry Jacobson talks more about differences between seeking pleasures in your senior years and finding purpose and fulfillment.
How to Seek Fulfillment vs Pleasure, Part 1
Retirement coach Larry Jacobson explains the difference between seeking pleasures in your senior years and finding purpose and fulfillment.
Pharmacy Benefits, Health Checks at Era Living
Pharmacist Abby Winter from the University of Washington School of Pharmacy talks about advantages that residents of Era Living retirement communities receive thanks to a partnership with the university.
What to Expect When Visiting Senior Living
Era Living's Karla Clark talks about how a community relations team member guides people through the process of selecting the right senior living community, finding the right fit based on needs, and what to expect when calling.
Downsizing Help to Move into Senior Living
Era Living's At Your Service Manager Catherine Arendt hosts downsizing workshops and helps incoming residents figure out what they can bring to their new senior living home.
A Day in the Life at Era Living: Resident Said Hitti
Era Living resident Said Hitti talks about transitioning to a retirement community and give advice for those considering senior living.
A Day in the Life at Era Living: Resident Kathy Swanson
Era Living resident Kathy Swanson talks about transitioning to a retirement community and offers practical advice for those considering senior living.
Being Accepted with Dementia at Senior Living, Part 2
Michelle Cornelius talks about helping re-socialize seniors who had to remain isolated during the pandemic in senior living communities.
Being Accepted with Dementia at Senior Living, Part 1
Michelle Cornelius talks about helping those with dementia adjust socially in their senior living community.
Crafting a Sense of Purpose For Those With Dementia, Part 2
Michelle Cornelius talks about providing a sense of purpose and accomplishment in the social calendars of people with dementia at Cogir Senior Living.
Crafting a Sense of Purpose For Those With Dementia, Part 1
Michelle Cornelius talks about providing a sense of purpose and accomplishment in the social calendars of people with dementia at Cogir Senior Living.
Find a New Career While Caregiving
Lori Hutson discusses options during caregiving downtime to take online courses, connect with support groups, and network, to start a new career or even a new business.
How to Start Writing Your Memoirs
Lori Hutson talks about how to go about writing memoirs, coming up with a theme and deciding what you'd like to accomplish through writing.
Living Your Bucket List: Moving Abroad
Lori Hutson talks about seniors moving abroad to Mexico, Costa Rica, or Portugal, which have a lower cost of living and nice climates.
Find Passion and Joy While Caregiving
Lori Hutson talks about redefining ourselves while being a family caregiver — exploring hobbies that provide passion and joy, connecting with others, or even considering new careers.
Success Stories Adjusting to Senior Living
Julia Goldie shares success stories as new residents settle into their new circumstances at Era Living's retirement communities.
Helping Isolated Seniors Adjust to Senior Living
Era Living's Julia Goldie and Seth Hutchins address concerns for helping isolated or depressed seniors adapt as they transition to a senior living environment.
Finding Purpose and Passion at Senior Living
Life Enrichment Director Julia Goldie talks about crafting events at Era Living retirement communities to help new residents find purpose and passions.
Thriving and Feeling Connected at Senior Living
Mental health therapist Seth Hutchins talks about how Era Living retirement communities embrace new residents, helping them adjust to the transition so they can make new connections and thrive.
Suzanne Newman on Interrupted: Act 2 Reinventing Your Legacy
Listen or watch Suzanne Newman as she talks about caring for her aging mother on the podcast "Interrupted: Act 2 Reinventing Your Legacy."
A Day in the Life at Era Living: Resident Lynn Coulibaly
Era Living resident Lynn Coulibaly gives advice for those considering senior living.
A Day in the Life at Era Living: Resident Connie Olstad
Era Living resident Connie Olstad advises her friends to move to senior living while you can make your own choices and are young enough to enjoy being there.
A Day in the Life at Era Living: Resident Caroline Conklin
Era Living resident Caroline Conklin describes how important friendships are at her retirement community, and gives advice for those considering senior living.
New Podcast on Reinventing Your Legacy
Life coach Laurie Hardie introduces her new podcast "Interrupted: Act 2 Reinventing Your Legacy," which focuses on recreating and reinventing yourself after a life challenge.
Affirming Ourselves in the Things we Do
Life coach Laurie Hardie talks about how to affirm ourselves through positive self-talk, and simple things we can do to make a difference for others.
Create a New You While Caregiving for a Loved One
Laurie Hardie advises, "Find something. Give me a project and I have self-worth, and I can make it through to the next day."
Finding Purpose & Connection While Caregiving
Laurie Hardie discusses our self-talk, making sure that our communication with ourself is positive, and reviewing the stories that we tell ourselves.
Resident Elaine Berman: What It’s Like at Era Living
Era Living resident Elaine Berman describes life at an Era Living retirement community and gives advice for those considering senior living.
Optimal Healthy Aging: Thrive at Era Living
Cliff Warner talks about Era Living's Thrive program, evidence-informed and based on research about activities that have been shown to produce optimal results for healthy aging.
David Troxel’s Approach to Dementia Care
David Troxel joins Suzanne to talk about his book The Best Friend's Approach to Dementia Care, courtesy of Era Living.
Forgiveness and Family
Lori Hutson talks about how to come together with family in a non-confrontational, non-judgmental way on behalf of Vitality Revolution Podcast Series gold sponsor Humana.
Forgiveness: Tools for Healing
Lori Hutson talks about using techniques like meditation, prayer, and journaling to inventory your feelings and begin curing ourselves from harboring feelings of resentment or betrayal, on behalf of Vitality Revolution Podcast Series gold sponsor Humana.
Forgiveness: Harm from Feeling Resentful
Lori Hutson talks about the physical and emotional harm we do to ourselves by keeping feelings of resentment, perceived feelings kept sometimes since childhood, on behalf of Vitality Revolution Podcast Series gold sponsor Humana.
Forgiveness: Harm from Anger of Betrayal
Lori Hutson talks about resentment: betrayal, perceived feelings kept sometimes since childhood, on behalf of Vitality Revolution Podcast Series gold sponsor Humana.
In Case of Emergency, Be Organized
Keeping things in order is critical, so that in an emergency, or if you pass away, your loved ones or executors can find critical...
Health Benefits of a Positive Attitude
Having a positive attitude makes a difference to our own healing and physical health. Lori Hutson describes some techniques for finding things to be grateful for and to laugh about.
How to Forgive, Part 2
How do we identify resentments and work toward releasing them? Lori Hutson joins Suzanne on behalf of Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsor Humana to talk about letting go of personal grudges to find forgiveness.
How to Forgive, Part 1
Lori Hutson talks about the benefits of forgiveness, which doesn't right a wrong, but but disconnects us from harm we cause ourselves, on behalf of Vitality Revolution Podcast Series gold sponsor Humana.
Lessons in How to Care: Betty the Bald Chicken
Alzheimer's Speaks podcast host Lori La Bey talks about her new book ''Betty the Bald Chicken: Lessons in How to Care," written for kids as a children's book, as a way for parents and grandparents to teach kids how to return empathy and learn how to better connect with people.
2 Tricks to Calm Yourself When Frustrated
Alzheimer's Speaks podcast host Lori La Bey provides two techniques to find yourself calmer and re-centered when you're feeling overwhelmed and frustrated.
See Caregiving Through the Lens of a Bald Chicken
View the journey of a senior caregiver through the eyes of a struggling chicken as Alzheimer's Speaks host Lori La Bey joins Suzanne with her book ''Betty the Bald Chicken: Lessons in How to Care."
Betty the Bald Chicken: Lessons in How to Care
Alzheimer's Speaks host Lori La Bey joins Suzanne to talk about emotional wellness through the lens of her new book, "Betty the Bald Chicken: Lessons in How to Care," part of the Vitality Revolution podcast series focusing this month on Physical and Emotional Wellness.
Get Alzheimer’s Treatments in Clinical Trials
Dr. Michael Mega, director of the Center for Cognitive Health in Portland, OR, talks about the best way to get treatments right now for Alzheimer's is to take part in a clinical trial.
Advances in Early Detection for Alzheimer’s
Dr. Michael Mega, director of the Center for Cognitive Health in Portland, OR, talks about being able to detect biomarkers for the tau and amyloid plaques that are believed to cause Alzheimer's.
Avoiding the Paths That Cause Alzheimer’s
Dr. Michael Mega, director of the Center for Cognitive Health in Portland, OR, talks about how diet, lifestyle, cognitive stimulation, and genetics all play into the paths to influence whether we can avoid Alzheimer's.
Action Steps For a Healthier Life
Tracy Cromwell, a nutritionist and fitness expert who works with seniors, provides a list of steps to take to improve your physical and emotional wellness, part of Answers for Elders' Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Consultation: Improve Your Physical Wellness
Tracy Cromwell, a nutritionist and fitness expert who works with seniors, describes what happens during an initial consultation to improve your physical fitness, part of Answers for Elders' Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
How Our Emotions Impact Our Health
Tracy Cromwell talks about the positive and negative impacts of our feelings to our physical health, part of Answers for Elders' Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Healthy Lifestyle Journey for Physical Wellness
Tracy Cromwell, a nutritionist and fitness expert who works with seniors, talks about the connection between physical and emotional wellness, part of Answers for Elders' Vitality Revolution podcast series sponsored by Humana.
Era Living: Resident & Family Supportive Services
Mallory Mixdorf talks about how Era Living's Resident & Family Supportive Services provide mental health and support services to all of their residents, and their families, as much as is needed.
Era Living: Finding Enrichment in Transitions
Mallory Mixdorf, the Resident & Family Supportive Programs Director for Era Living, talks about how community living enriches senior independence with the transition to senior living.
Health and Wellness at Era Living, Part 2
Sarah Chimbanga, Regional Director of Health and Wellness at Era Living, talks about state regulations, DSHS Surveys, and assisted living.
Health and Wellness at Era Living, Part 1
Sarah Chimbanga, Regional Director of Health and Wellness, talks about service plans and flexible licensing offered at Era Living.
Focus on Preventative Measures: Emotional Wellness
On behalf of Vitality Revolution Podcast Series gold sponsor Humana, Lori Hutson talks about our emotional wellness: taking charge and managing our sense of well being is vitally important to our health.
Focus on Preventative Measures: Primary Care
On behalf of Vitality Revolution Podcast Series gold sponsor Humana, Lori Hutson talks about the evolution of primary care and tele-heath.
Focus on Preventative Measures: Dental
On behalf of Vitality Revolution Podcast Series gold sponsor Humana, Lori Hutson talks about dental health benefits available through Medicare Advantage programs.
Focus on Preventative Measures: Medicare
On behalf of Vitality Revolution Podcast Series gold sponsor Humana, Lori Hutson talks about preventative measures for physical wellness and what's covered under Medicare part A, part B, and some Medicare Advantage plans.
Finding Purpose with Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s expert Lianna Marie says having a purpose improves your quality of life while coping with Parkinson’s, and describes ways her mom found purpose and meaning on her Parkinson’s journey.
Turning Your Broken Heart into Art – Using Creativity to Cope with Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s expert Lianna Marie talks about artistic and creative expression to help her mother cope with Parkinson’s.
When You’re Dealt a Bad Hand – Dealing with the Disappointments of Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s expert Lianna Marie talks about acknowledging that disappointments will happen, but suggests trying to gain something with every loss.
Embarrassed about Parkinson’s – Managing the Stigma Surrounding Parkinson’s Disease
Lianna Marie talks about coming to terms with the embarrassment that comes with having a chronic illness such as Parkinson's that changes your life.
Resources to Help Reinvent Ourselves
Benjamin Surmi of Koelsch Communities provides local and national resources to help us reinvent ourselves in our later years.
Reinventing While Caregiving or Aging in Place
Benjamin Surmi of Koelsch Communities talks about reinvention for those aging in place and for caregivers.
How to Reinvent Yourself While Aging
Benjamin Surmi of Koelsch Communities talks about reinvention and how someone goes about beginning their second wind journey.
Embrace Aging, Gain Lower Risk of Dying
Benjamin Surmi, Director for Education and Culture for Koelsch Communities, empowers older adults to find purpose, meaning, and enthusiasm in the second half of their lives.
Creating Fine Dining for Era Living
Senior Dining Services Director Tae Fant talks about creating a fine dining experience at Era Living communities.
Era Living: Culinary & Dining Operations
Justin Rutledge, director of Culinary and Dining Operations at Era Living, talks about how their chefs design menus with resident input.
Era Living: All About Housekeeping
Housekeeping Services Director Almaz Berhe talks about housekeeping amenities typically provided at Era Living senior living communities.
Era Living: What’s Included
Executive Director Danielle Parkins talks about what's included when new residents move into an Era Living senior living community.
Steps for Therapy Dog Training
Marlina Velasco-Barker talks about the steps involved in training and certifying a pet to become a certified therapy dog.
What Makes a Great Therapy Dog
Marlina Velasco-Barker describes the characteristic qualities of a good therapy dog, and what makes a person a good handler.
Pet Visits Bring Joy to Seniors
Marlina Velasco-Barker talks about visiting senior living communities with therapy dogs – who they visit, and what happens during a visit.
Smiles for Miles: Washington Therapy Dogs
Marlina Velasco-Barker introduces Washington Therapy Dogs, on a mission to spread joy, comfort, support, and unconditional doggie love.
Caregiver App Detects Changing Behaviors
Ryan Herd talks about how machine learning can detect changes in behavior to help caregivers and their senior loved ones in a noninvasive way.
How Caregiving App Provides Peace of Mind
Ryan Herd: If mom leaves the fridge open for a few hours, will she eat spoiled food? With the app, you'd be alerted and could call her to check the fridge.
Caregiving App Alerts If Loved One Falls
Innovator Ryan Herd joins Suzanne to talk about providing hope, dignity and a sense of wellness for aging seniors living alone in their homes.
Innovative Caregiving App Helps Aging Seniors
Ryan Herd joins Suzanne to talk about how Caregiver Smart Solutions' innovative app helps families and seniors.
Key Questions to Ask About Senior Living
Tina Hall from Era Living lists crucial questions to ask a senior living community, such as seeing their most recent state survey. What's their turnover rate? How's the food? What type of activities do they have? Do they accept Medicaid if you run out of money? What care options do they have? And many more.
What Happens If I Outlive My Money?
Tina Hall from Era Living talks about planning for your future as you age. Ultimately equity in your home will probably pay for your senior care, but what if it's not enough?
How to Tell Family About Senior Living
Tina Hall from Era Living joins Suzanne to talk about how to start having difficult considerations with your family about your future senior living plans.
How To Tell When It’s Time For Senior Living
Tina Hall from Era Living joins Suzanne to empower you. It's just a part of aging that at some point you might not be able to care for yourself independently. Consider your health compared to five years ago. What'll it be like five or ten years from now?
Enjoying Unique Life Enrichment at Era Living
Susan Strand talks about the robust and unique life enrichment programs at Era Living that provide a mind-body-spirit connection.
A Day in the Life at Era Living, Part 2
Resident Peg Hall of Era Living's Aljoya Thornton Place in Seattle joins Suzanne to provide her perspective of what a typical day is like at an Era Living retirement community.
A Day in the Life at Era Living, Part 1
Marla Becker joins Suzanne to talk about what to expect when a resident moves into an Era Living retirement community, what a day in their lives is like.
Era Living: Changing Expectations for Senior Living
Tina Hall joins Suzanne from Aljoya Mercer Island to introduce Era Living, a senior living community in the Seattle area whose founders respect and honor older adults by enriching the quality of their lives.
Untapped Resources to Pay for Senior Care
Emily Schwarz cites a variety of ways to help pay for senior care, including long term insurance policies, life insurance, reverse mortgages, and tax deductions.
A Senior Living Financial Aid Office
ElderLife Financial is a financial aid office for senior living, a one-stop shop to help families understand how to pay for long-term care.
Financial Resources for Veteran Seniors
Emily Schwarz clarifies a number of common misconceptions people have about qualifying for veterans benefits.
Answering Veteran Fears: Paying for Senior Care
Emily Schwarz at ElderLife Financial says Veterans Benefits are the most underutilized way to pay for senior care.
Downsizing: What to Do With Your China
Kristen Christian shows ways to honor your memories without keeping all the family china and other heirlooms while downsizing.
Downsizing Power Purge: 3 Questions to Ask
Kristen Christian shares three questions to ask yourself about each item to guide whether it should stay or go as you declutter.
How to De-Stress About Downsizing
Kristen Christian at Bee Organized advises how to transition your mindset to start decluttering and downsizing.
How to Simplify Your Life: The Art of Downsizing
Kristen Christian at Bee Organized on treating downsizing like an art, an opportunity to craft and curate an environment that supports you.
All About Alzheimer’s Clinical Trials, Part 2
Kevin Church, Chief Science Officer of Athira Pharma, provides an overview of clinical trials, how to find clinical trial locations, and what sorts of things the doctors are looking for in a participant.
All About Alzheimer’s Clinical Trials, Part 1
Kevin Church, Chief Science Officer of Athira Pharma, provides an overview of what happens in a trial, how long they last, and the different kinds of clinical trials.
Reversing Brain Cell Damage from Alzheimer’s
Kevin Church, Chief Science Officer of Athira Pharma, joins Suzanne to talk about what happens to the brain when someone has Alzheimer's, and how Athira's clinical trial aims to reverse damage done to brain cells by Alzheimer's.
Pandemic’s Impact for Those with Dementia
Kevin Church, Chief Science Officer of Athira Pharma, joins Suzanne to talk about the pandemic's effect on dementia patients, as well as clinical trials developing treatments for Alzheimer's.
Standing Strong With Parkinson’s
Lianna Marie, CEO of AllAboutParkinsons.com, joins Suzanne to talk about how to be both visibly and emotionally strong, even with our bodies becoming more frail over time. Holding on to inner strength and resilience, and retain our empowerment.
Empowered With Parkinson’s
Lianna Marie, CEO of AllAboutParkinsons.com, joins Suzanne to explain what it means to be empowered with Parkinson's. It's the ability to be able to listen and consult with doctors, but decide to trust your gut, know your body, and speak up about what's working and not working to improve your quality of life.
Parkinson’s: How Do We Focus?
Lianna Marie talks about keeping focus for those with Parkinson's and their caregivers. When someone with Parkinson's is going along on their day and the wheels shut down — your legs stop moving, whatever it is — focus on the thing that you want to happen, as opposed to the thing that you don't.
Parkinson’s: How Do We Cope?
Lianna Marie talks about her personal experiences with her mom, a trial by fire learning over time how to adjust to this chronic illness.
Facing Fears To Navigate Entrepreneurship
With most new businesses today launched by people who are over 50, Larry Jacobson coaches how to navigate entrepreneurship.
Free Tools to Sail Into Retirement
Retirement and fulfillment coach Larry Jacobson joins Suzanne to talk about finding not just pleasure, but also purpose and fulfillment after you retire.
The Origins of Sail Into Retirement
Retirement and fulfillment coach Larry Jacobson joins Suzanne to talk about selling his company, buying a boat, leaving to go sailing, and finding himself.
What’s Next After We Retire?
Retirement and fulfillment coach Larry Jacobson joins Suzanne to talk about finding purpose and fulfillment, not just pleasure, after retirement.
Helping Those with Early Dementia Avoid Scams
Dementia family coach Faith Marshall joins Suzanne to talk about a hard subject: looking at scams from the point of view of a senior loved one with dementia.
Avoiding Senior Phone Scams
Dementia family coach Faith Marshall joins Suzanne to talk about how phone scammers prey on vulnerable or lonely seniors.
Upcoming Podcast: Seniors, Special Needs, and the Law
Elder Law attorney Jim Koewler talks about his new podcast show coming soon, called "Seniors, Special Needs, and the Law."
How an Elder Law Attorney Helps Families
Jim Koewler explains what an Elder Law attorney does, as well as how his care coordinator service helps those in need.
Medicare Supplement vs Medicare Advantage
Elder Law attorney Jim Koewler clarifies differences between Medicare Advantage and a Medicare Supplement.
March Open Enrollment for Medicare Advantage
Elder Law attorney Jim Koewler discusses what happens during the open enrollment period for Medicare Advantage between January and March.
How Duel Eligibility Works for Medicare and Medicaid
Kristine Grow explains how those with dual eligibility qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid, having very serious health conditions, and why sometimes you have to switch medications to have them be covered.
Proposed Cuts to Medicare Advantage
Billions in cuts have been proposed for 2024 that could impact our poorest and sickest. Let your representative know how you feel about Medicare Advantage.
Wellness Opportunities Through Medicare Advantage
Kristine Grow, the spokesperson from the Coalition for Medicare Choices, says most plans come with prescription drug coverage; many offer dental, vision, and hearing services, and coordination of care, particularly for chronic conditions.
Overview of Medicare Advantage Plans
Kristine Grow, spokesperson from the Coalition for Medicare Choices, explains who Medicare Advantage Plans cover, and how it's accessible.
Getting Zinnia TV for Seniors With Dementia
Allyson Schrier talks about how to download the Zinnia TV app to a phone, tablet, or smart TV. It opens to reveal a library of channels, each with a menu of videos.
Engaging Dementia Seniors With Therapeutic Videos
Allyson Schrier talks about how to use research-driven videos in the Zinnia TV app to talk and share with seniors with dementia.
Become a More Effective Dementia Caregiver
Allyson Schrier joins Suzanne to talk about the daily challenge of a caregiver to not just care for a senior loved one, but to support and help retain their dignity.
Zinnia TV: Therapeutic Dementia-Friendly Videos
Allyson Schrier joins Suzanne to talk about Zinnia TV, a therapeutic caregiving app created especially for those in the mid- to late stages of Alzheimer's or dementia.
Keep Safe in Your Home with Silver Spaces
National aging-in-place expert Dr. Jill Bjerke on finding and removing dangers in your home with the Silver Spaces App.
Aging in Place Downsizing
Aging in Place expert Dr. Jill Bjerke talks about the importance of considering downsizing and decluttering if you're getting close to 65 or considering retiring.
Silver Spaces Helps Aging in Place
Dr. Jill Bjerke talks about the Silver Spaces App, which helps you survey your home to make it more aging-in-place friendly.
Aging in Place with Doctor Jill Bjerke
National aging-in-place expert Dr. Jill Bjerke joins Suzanne to talk about steps we can take to maintain quality of life as we get older.
Physical Wellness at CarePartners Living
Tonya Hilson talks about physical wellness and senior living: maintaining health, movement, and eating well.
Environmental Wellness at CarePartners Living
Venetia Dela Cruz talks about the importance in senior living of feeling safe and comfortable in our homes, in an environment that brings people joy.
Social Wellness at CarePartners Living
Tonya Hilson at CarePartners Living talks about how social wellness keeps seniors grounded in the best quality of life in senior living. This segment focuses on social community, our ability to connect with others.
Emotional Wellness at CarePartners Living
Venetia Dela Cruz from CarePartners Living talks about Emotional Wellness as it pertains to senior living. It is at the core of our being, where we're most able to adapt to changes. It is our sense of well-being and our willingness to nurture and be nurtured.
Asset Protection Planning Stories
Attorney Darol Tuttle shares a couple of stories that illustrate the essential need for asset protection planning.
Asset Protection Planning Website
Attorney Darol Tuttle's asset protection website has several audio master classes on spousal protection trusts with an introductory class on the power of the law.
Benefits of a Spousal Protection Trust
Asset protection attorney Darol Tuttle explains how a spousal protection trust will double your tax exemptions.
Introducing Asset Protection Planning
Attorney Darol Tuttle joins Suzanne to talk about going beyond estate planning. Asset protection focuses on protecting your assets while you're still alive, to finance your retirement throughout your life, and to fund the retirement of your spouse.
Aging-in-Place ForeverHome: A Trailblazing Vision
Aaron Murphy shares his 3-5 year vision of resources at ForeverHome-US.com, which is for aging-in-place homeowners as well as business owners thinking of joining the aging-in-place industry.
ForeverHome: Training Aging-in-Place Experts
Aging-in-Place expert Aaron Murphy talks about his national outreach to help more people with aging-in-place homes and universal design solutions.
Aging in Place Website: ForeverHome-US.com
Aaron Murphy, owner of Aging-in-Place-focused ADM Architecture in the greater Seattle area, joins Suzanne to talk about the website ForeverHome-US.com.
Faithing Fears in the Face of a Chronic Diagnosis
Parkinson’s disease expert Lianna Marie talks about how faith helps loved ones facing a terminal illness and their caregivers.
Fear and Loneliness in the Face of a Chronic Diagnosis
Parkinson’s disease expert Lianna Marie talks about fear and loneliness for loved ones facing a terminal illness and their caregivers.
Fear and Anger in the Face of a Chronic Diagnosis
Parkinson’s disease expert Lianna Marie talks about fear and anger for loved ones facing a terminal illness and their caregivers.
Fear and Denial in the Face of a Chronic Diagnosis
Parkinson’s disease expert Lianna Marie talks about fear and denial for loved ones facing a terminal illness and their caregivers.
Bold Future for SeniorResource.com
SeniorResource.com and AFE have a joint goal to bring together the best senior experts to share their knowledge, advice, and guidance, helping you be educated and empowered. At SeniorResource.com, that means not just providing new podcasts, but also books, directories, webinars, and other resources... the sky's the limit.
Medicare Moments at SeniorResource.com
At SeniorResource.com, the Medicare Moments podcast with Toni King personalizes Medicare, making it easy to understand, providing tips, strategies, and little-known facts, and clearing up common misconceptions.
Find Insights and Solutions at SeniorResource.com
SeniorResource.com focuses on people over 50, providing insights and solutions for caregivers and those who are thinking about retirement, wondering about navigating not only their own life but possibly also a senior loved one – how to make good caregiving decisions, good financial decisions for your future.
Synergy with the Senior Resource Network
As Answers for Elders begins its seventh year as a podcast and radio show, we've upgraded our studio and partnered with Salem Media’s Senior Resource Network to provide even more tools to empower and educate caregivers. Content manager Jennifer Otto joins Suzanne to talk about the network.
MorningStar at Laurelhurst in Portland, Part 4
Tiana Jackson and Kelaiah Erickson talk about MorningStar local community involvement. MorningStar at Laurelhurst works with a local senior center to host birthdays and other events. They are also connected with an annual Alzheimer's Walk, do volunteer work with their local Lion's Club, and more.
MorningStar at Laurelhurst in Portland, Part 3
Tiana Jackson and Kelaiah Erickson talk about memory care at MorningStar at Laurelhurst in Portland, Oregon. They discuss quality of care and Lavender Sky, their signature program that trains team members on how to properly approach a resident in memory care who has dementia or Alzheimer's.
MorningStar at Laurelhurst in Portland, Part 2
Tiana Jackson and Kelaiah Erickson talk about assisted living programs at MorningStar at Laurelhurst in Portland, Oregon, a brand new senior living and memory care community opening in spring 2023. They describe a typical day for residents and activities available through their comprehensive life enrichment program.
MorningStar at Laurelhurst in Portland, Part 1
Tiana Jackson and Kelaiah Erickson join Suzanne to talk about the brand new senior living and memory care community MorningStar at Laurelhurst in Portland, Oregon, which will open in spring 2023. See how Laurelhurst fits into the MorningStar culture and philosophy of growth and vitality through their Radiance program.
The Three Principles Guiding MorningStar Senior Living
Brittany Fleshman joins Suzanne to talk about MorningStar Senior Living's guiding principles, doing the right thing, and treating people how they themselves want to be treated.
Giving Back at the Communities of MorningStar Senior Living
There are a lot of senior living programs, but it's important to understand that they're not the same. Brittany Fleshman joins Suzanne to talk about MorningStar Senior Living communities getting involved with a local charity of their choice.
Culture and Programs Available at MorningStar Senior Living, Part 2
Brittany Fleshman joins Suzanne to talk about MorningStar Senior Living's residents and communicates trust in numerous ways through MorningStar's Radiance program.
Culture and Programs Available at MorningStar Senior Living, Part 1
Brittany Fleshman joins Suzanne to talk about MorningStar Senior Living's foundational vision and mission. Their core values of love, honesty, kindness, goodness, fairness, and respect show up in everything they do. Their three principles are to honor God in their business practices and relationships, to invest generously in the team's ability to serve well, and to value all seniors as gifted and contributing individuals.
People Needed for Your Estate Plan: Irrevocable Third-Party Trust
Listen in to learn about setting up your estate plan and the people needed to set up irrevocable third-party trusts, with elder law attorney Jim Koewler.
People Needed for Your Estate Plan: Revocable Trusts
Elder law attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne to talk about setting up your estate plan and the people needed to complete various documents. This segment covers revocable trusts.
People Needed for Your Estate Plan: Wills
Elder law attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne to talk about your estate plan and the people needed to complete various documents, such as wills and living wills.
People Needed for Your Estate Plan: Powers of Attorney
Elder law attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne to talk about setting up your estate plan and the people needed to complete various documents, such as powers of attorney, wills, living wills, revocable trusts, and irrevocable third-party trusts. This segment covers Powers of Attorney.
Tips 5 and 6 For Making Holidays Successful
Kelley Smith from CarePartners Senior Living joins Suzanne to add insights and advice to the fifth and sixth of Teepa Snow's six tips for making holidays successful for those who have Alzheimer's and dementia.
Tips 3 and 4 For Making Holidays Successful
Kelley Smith from CarePartners Senior Living advises on Teepa Snow's tips 3 & 4 for making holidays successful for those who have dementia.
Tips 1 and 2 For Making Holidays Successful
Kelley Smith from CarePartners Senior Living joins Suzanne to add insights and advice to Teepa Snow's first two tips for making holidays successful for those who have Alzheimer's and dementia.
Introducing 6 Tips For Making Holidays Successful
Kelley Smith from CarePartners Senior Living joins Suzanne to share Teepa Snow's six tips for making holidays successful for those who have Alzheimer's and dementia.
Bridge Loans Success Stories for Moving to Senior Living
What does a family do when faced with having to pay for a senior loved one to move into a senior care community? In...
How to Qualify for Veterans Aid and Attendance Benefits
Your senior loved ones may quality for VA benefits. Emily Schwarz, VP of Sales for ElderLife Financial and President of AidInAttendance.com, tells us about these benefits and how to qualify for them, courtesy of MorningStar Senior Living.
Qualifying for a Bridge Loan for a Move to Senior Living
What does a family do when faced with having to pay for a senior loved one to move into a senior care community? Emily Schwarz with ElderLife Financial joins Suzanne to talk more about solving this financial conundrum, courtesy of MorningStar Senior Living.
Finding Financial Aid for the Move to Senior Living
Emily Schwarz with ElderLife Financial joins Suzanne to solve the conundrum of finding financial aid to bridge the move to senior living.
Adjusting Our Expectations: Parkinson’s Caregiving During the Holidays
Joining Suzanne this hour is Lianna Marie, founder of AllAboutParkinsons.com, who has written a new book called "The Parkinson's Path." In this segment, Lianna...
Takeaways from a Parkinson Caregiver’s Journey
Joining Suzanne this hour is Lianna Marie, founder of AllAboutParkinsons.com, who has written a new book called "The Parkinson's Path." In this segment, Lianna...
From Shocked to “We Don’t Have Time for Parkinson’s”
Lianna Marie, founder of AllAboutParkinsons.com, describes what it was like when her mom was diagnosed with Parkinson's: "I was in my mid teens at the time, and I had not noticed anything "wrong" with my mom, so when she told us she had Parkinson's disease, it was an absolute, complete shock."
Diagnosed with Parkinson’s? Learn about The Parkinson’s Path
AllAboutParkinsons.com founder Lianna Marie has written a book about the emotional journey for those living with a chronic illness like Parkinson's. People share similar frustrations, sadness, and loss. Lianna's book presents the 30 most common emotions that they went through together, how they worked through them, and what they did about them. She then offers some practical ways to get through each of the challenges.
Tips to Facilitate a Senior Home Sale, Part 4
“Moving is a huge mental and emotional adjustment for your loved one, and you're best served being there for them, not to be out painting walls. One of the things that I always tell caregivers is, “Sometimes you just have to sit down and breathe, take care of yourself.” Suzanne is joined by Rebecca Bomann, CEO and founder of SASH Services, to provide tips for families having to sell a senior loved one's home to pay for their round-the-clock care.
Tips to Facilitate a Senior Home Sale, Part 3
“Don't start packing up the house and putting things in boxes while mom or dad is still living there.” Suzanne is joined by Rebecca Bomann, CEO and founder of SASH Services (Sell a Senior Home), to talk about how to best facilitate a home sale with a loved one who is there with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Tips to Facilitate a Senior Home Sale, Part 2
Suzanne is joined by Rebecca Bomann, CEO of SASH Services, for more tips on selling a senior loved one's home: get your legal paperwork in order, and choose professionals who understand the delicacy of talking to someone who has advancing dementia or Alzheimer's.
Tips to Facilitate a Senior Home Sale, Part 1
Suzanne is joined by Rebecca Bomann, the founder and CEO of SASH Services (Sell a Senior Home), to provide tips, guidance, and encouragement for families having to facilitate a home sale with a loved one who is there with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Getting Involved in Alzheimer’s Research Studies
Dr. Paul Winner: “The most advanced evaluations and treatments are inside the research. We are recruiting for an Athira research study and many other studies.”
Advances in Alzheimer’s Research
Dr. Winner says, “We do not have the ability today to stop Alzheimer's dementia. We're working to that. But we can slow the progression of the illness.”
Test Procedures for Dementia
Dr. Paul Winner advises, “If you really have a problem, something that's essentially now affecting the family, you need to go to a memory disorder center. We have very good diagnostic methods today. It could be something simple.”
Lifestyle Changes to Avoid Dementia
Suzanne is joined by Dr. Paul Winner, Senior Director of the Premiere Research Institute in Florida. He advises specific lifestyle changes, such as exercising and controlling blood pressure, that can help you avoid getting dementia.
Memory Loss is Not Normal In Aging
Suzanne is joined by Dr. Paul Winner, Senior Director of the Premiere Research Institute in West Palm Beach, Florida. Dr. Winner emphasizes, “Memory loss is not normal in aging. That is very clear to us now as we study this.”
Music Mends Minds, Part 4
Carol Rosenstein joins Suzanne to talk about Rotary programs and other ways you can get involved with the Music Mends Minds program.
Music Mends Minds, Part 3
Carol Rosenstein joins Suzanne about Music Mends Minds using Zoom to let music transform those suffering from Parkinson's disease, dementia, or Alzheimer's.
Music Mends Minds, Part 2
Carol Rosenstein, the founder of Music Mends Minds, joins Suzanne to talk more about how music transforms those suffering from Parkinson's disease, dementia, or Alzheimer's. Carol alerts us to two takeaways.
Memory Care: Lavender Sky program at MorningStar Senior Living, part 2
Suzanne talks with Julie Wilkins, Ignacio Lopez, and Rebecca Martin to talk about MorningStar Senior Living's Lavender Sky program. This segment focuses on where we go in the future with breakthroughs in Alzheimer's and dementia therapies.
Memory Care: Lavender Sky program at MorningStar Senior Living, part 1
MorningStar Senior Living's VP of Memory Care Rebecca Martin joins Suzanne to talk about their Lavender Sky program. Lavender Sky is the name for the communities' Alzheimer's and Dementia memory care philosophy and programming services, a holistic approach.
MorningStar at West Valley, San José
Suzanne is joined by Ignacio Lopez from MorningStar Senior Living's new standalone memory care community: MorningStar at West Valley in San José, California.
Dementia: Mindful Living Memory Program
Julie Wilkins, Vice President of Clinical Resources at EmpowerMe Wellness, joins Suzanne to talk about their memory program Mindful Living. Mindful Living is used to identify seniors showing memory problems or decreased ability to function in their residence, determine their functional level, educate on coping strategies, and provide non-pharmacological interventions to enhance quality of life and improve their ability to function.
CarePartners Bonded Pairs program
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living joins Suzanne to talk about CarePartners cottages and their memory care Bonded Pairs program.
Commonly Asked Dementia Questions
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living joins Suzanne to talk about the most commonly asked Dementia questions.
Kelley explained, “People want to know what a...
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Types
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living joins Suzanne to talk about different types of dementia, and how to approach caring for a senior loved one.
Dementia: Having the Conversation
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living joins Suzanne to discuss how to have the conversation about dementia or Alzheimer's with your senior loved one.
Sound Dental Care: Geriatric Dental Health, Part 4
In this segment, Sarah talks about the mission of Sound Dental Care and where future breakthroughs in geriatric dental care will take us. Mobile dental hygiene brings equipment to each facility to deliver the best possible care and comfort to patients. We're all aging – seniors should be able to live out their lives feeling like they're being advocated and cared for.
Sound Dental Care: Geriatric Dental Health, Part 3
Sarah Luetke, founder and CEO Sound Dental Care, joins Suzanne to talk about breakthroughs in geriatric dental care. Mobile dental hygiene is often a better solution. She sometimes applies palliative care, an alternative treatment with silver diamine fluoride, which is an antimicrobial prescription topical to treat cavities for patients who aren't healthy enough for a tooth extraction.
Sound Dental Care: Geriatric Dental Health, Part 2
Sarah Luetke at Sound Dental Care joins Suzanne to talk about geriatric dental health. Tele-dentistry and mobile dentistry bring dental care to residents at senior living communities, people who can't travel to a dental office. We have to think about dental insurance in a different way with seniors. Sound Dental Care provides many preventative-type treatments, including alternative palliative care with silver diamine fluoride.
Sound Dental Care: Geriatric Dental Health, Part 1
Sarah Luetke, founder and CEO Sound Dental Care, joins Suzanne to talk about geriatric dental health. If you have a loved one in a senior living community or who visits a community center in the Seattle area, they can access mobile dentistry and tele-dentistry services. Learn about Sound Dental Care for people who can't travel to a dental office.
Supporting Families at Encore Communities at Laurel Cove
Pauline Smith, executive director of Encore Communities at Laurel Cove in Shoreline, Washington joins Suzanne to talk about how the community supports families of...
Memory Care at Encore Communities at Laurel Cove
With high rates of Alzheimer's in the state of Washington, Suzanne talks about memory care at Encore Communities at Laurel Cove in Shoreline, Washington...
Downsizing Help at Encore Communities at Laurel Cove
Encore Communities at Laurel Cove helps a transitioning senior through the process of downsizing to a senior living community. They have community partners who assist with downsizing, estate sales, packing, and moving, which helps a lot. Respite stays are available so all people have to do is pack a suitcase.
Introducing Encore Communities at Laurel Cove
Pauline Smith, executive director of Encore Communities at Laurel Cove in Shoreline, Washington joins Suzanne to talk about Laurel Cove, an independent assisted living and memory care residence in one community.
Family Dynamics During a Senior Home Sale, Part 4
Rebecca Bomann talks with Suzanne about the differences faced during the sale of a senior loved one's home in situations were there's an only child and where there are multiple siblings.
Family Dynamics During a Senior Home Sale, Part 3
Rebecca Bomann described more family roles: the "expert" who knows more than anyone on every topic, the "user" (person siphoning the loved one's resources), the volunteer angel, as well as the rallying team, a beautiful rallying of all the family members to help the loved one which makes an immeasurable impact.
Family Dynamics During a Senior Home Sale, Part 2
In this segment, Rebecca Bomann, CEO and founder of SASH Services, describes some typical roles that siblings and family members fall into during the...
Family Dynamics During a Senior Home Sale, Part 1
Family plays an outsized role during transitions. With all the stress, strife, and confusion for caregivers, it's easy to come apart at the seams with the family you love, particularly since it's the family home that's going to be sold. Rebecca Bomann, founder and CEO of SASH Services, joins Suzanne to explain a few things that happen to families during transitions so that you'll know what you're experiencing is normal.
Dementia Map: Global Resource Directory
Nationally renowned Alzheimer's and dementia expert Lori La Bey joins Suzanne from Minneapolis at Alzheimer’s Speaks. In this segment, Lori introduces the Dementia Map,...
Alzheimer’s Speaks: Resources
If you know of someone who is dealing with Alzheimer's and dementia, or caregiving for them, direct them to Lori La Bey's resources at...
Alzheimer’s Speaks: How It Got Started
The need in the community drove Suzanne to form Answers for Elders. Similarly, nationally renowned Alzheimer's and dementia expert Lori La Bey was frustrated by the lack of resources, products, tools, services, and educational support available to families and professionals back when she needed them to help care for her mom. She became committed to make a difference shifting dementia care from crisis to comfort around the world.
Alzheimer’s Speaks: Lori La Bey and Her Mom
This fall, nationally renowned Alzheimers and dementia expert Lori La Bey joins Suzanne from Minneapolis at Alzheimer's Speaks. Lori talks about her personal experiences with her mom, who was first diagnosed in the 1980s. La Bey is a passionate advocate who searches for ways to shift our dementia care culture from crisis to comfort around the world.
How Senior Living Can Help Those Grieving
This segment talks about what a senior living community needs to know to provide the right help for someone working through the grieving process.
Action Steps to Support Those Who Are Grieving
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living has talked to Suzanne about senior dynamics and what families are going through regarding grief. This segment is...
How To Support Those Who Are Grieving
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living joins Suzanne to talk about grief. With the loss of a loved one, Kelley talks about how to support those who are in the grieving process.
Grief and Seniors
How many of us have lost loved ones during the pandemic, having illnesses resulting from the pandemic, taking care of spouses or loved ones who are struggling? We turn ourselves inside out while caring for a loved one. Kelley shares insights about grief, how people process grief, and how we can be better at supporting and helping those working through the grieving process.
Eight Tips for Selling Your Home in a Changing Market, Part 4
Rebecca Bomann, CEO and founder of SASH Services, shares some general sales statistics and summarizes her eight tips to make your home sale more successful in a changing real estate market.
Eight Tips for Selling Your Home in a Changing Market, Part 3
Rebecca Bomann, CEO and founder of SASH Services, provides more tips to make your home sale more successful. Sellers should expect these things in...
Eight Tips for Selling Your Home in a Changing Market, Part 2
Continuing from part 1, here are more tips to make your home sale more successful in a changing real estate market. 2) Study your competition. 3) Price in the sweet spot. 4) Broken should have a multifaceted marketing plan. 5) Interview potential real estate brokers.
Eight Tips for Selling Your Home in a Changing Market, Part 1
The real estate has shifted since May. You can still enjoy a successful change in your home sale, but a few expectations have changed. You can still sell a home within a few days, but you need to follow our tips to make that happen. The first tip: Presentation matters.
How to Deal With Threats to Discharge Your Loved One, Part 2
When a care facility threatens to discharge or evict a senior loved one because of a failure to pay, Elder law attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne to talk about what to do. Jim explains how to challenge a threat to discharge. You have 30 days, but don't wait to appeal. The facility can go ahead and discharge them if you don't get your paperwork in on time.
How to Deal With Threats to Discharge Your Loved One, Part 1
We sign all sorts of paperwork when a senior loved one is admitted to a nursing home, assisted living, or memory care community. But often we don't know what we're signing. When a senior living community threatens to discharge or evict a loved one, certain rules apply to those communities that take Medicare or Medicaid, regardless of whether your loved one is using those programs. Elder law attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne to talk about those rules.
How to Spot Red Flags in Admission Agreements, Part 3
Most nursing home and assisting living agreements have a spot for someone to sign as "resident representative." Elder law attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne to warn about certain aspects of that. One option is to sign your name with a comma, followed by POA, meaning that you're signing on behalf of your loved one, legally protecting yourself to consequences that can affect you personally.
How to Spot Red Flags in Admission Agreements, Part 2
This segment focuses on aspects of the admissions paperwork that are subject to federal rules when a senior love one comes into a skilled nursing facility.
How to Spot Red Flags in Admission Agreements, Part 1
This hour addresses all the paperwork — legal contracts — involved in a loved one's transition to senior living. Sometimes you're electronically signing your name and initialing a few signature blocks on an iPad, but you aren't shown the 50 related pages that are on the document you just signed. Here are some red flags to watch for in the paperwork. They apply to nursing home, assisted living, and memory care admissions.
Tips for Managing Caregiver Stress
Amy Schenk, community engagement lead at the Neuropsychiatric Research Center of Southwest Florida, joins Suzanne courtesy of Athira Pharma to talk about handling caregiver...
How Memory Evolves as We Age
Certified Dementia Practitioner Amy Schenk joins Suzanne from Cape Coral, Florida, courtesy of Athira Pharma to talk about the difference between normal memory issues as a result of aging and abnormal issues, and indicators to watch for. What happens to our brains as we age normally, as well as what happens when it's not so normal. If you are seeing things that are different in the person you're concerned about, things that make you think "That's not like them," listen to your intuition.
Brain Health and Caregiving
Amy Schenk, community engagement lead at the Neuropsychiatric Research Center of Southwest Florida, joins Suzanne courtesy of Athira Pharma to talk about cutting-edge clinical trials. She educates, represents, supports and encourages people to take care of their brains. They talk about the stress of caregiving and risks for Alzheimer's disease. Preventative measures that are good for your heart are also good for your brain. Adequate sleep, a good diet, and hydration are important. Set healthy boundaries for yourself as a caregiver.
Pandemic Effects on Alzheimer’s Disease
Certified Dementia Practitioner Amy Schenk joins Suzanne from Cape Coral, Florida, courtesy of Athira Pharma to talk about the impacts of the pandemic on families and people with Alzheimer’s disease. Amy also educates in both Assisted Living and Long Term Care environments.
How Unscrupulous Family Members Exploit Seniors
This hour focuses on the major ways that senior homeowners can be taken advantage of through the process of selling their home. This final segment may surprise some listeners — one of the biggest sources of folks to take advantage of seniors are their own family members. The family should be there, advocating and having a loved one's best interests in mind, but that's not always the case. Some of the worst offenses come from their own family.
How Unscrupulous Real Estate Agents Exploit Seniors
This segment elaborates on ways that seniors can be taken advantage of by unscrupulous real estate agents. Rebecca Bomann, CEO and founder of SASH Services, joins Suzanne to discuss this topic. Rebecca has a lot of respect for her fellow agents, and there are a lot of really good real estate professionals in this industry. But like any industry, there are a few who are incompetent, insensitive, unscrupulous, or don't know how to address the special needs of senior home owners.
How Unscrupulous Home Flippers & Investors Exploit Seniors
This segment describes ways that unscrupulous house flippers and investors can take advantage of seniors. They're looking to get deals, to purchase a property for less than market value. But if you're 80 years old, hard of hearing, with family living out of town, and a flipper visits you using some of these strategies, it's disgraceful. Rebecca Bomann joins Suzanne to provide ways to offset this and protect yourself from these tactics.
How Unscrupulous Home Sellers Exploit Seniors
This hour focuses on ways that senior homeowners can be taken advantage of during the process of selling their home. This is the sale of their biggest asset to be able to pay for their care for the rest of their life, which they may have lived in for many decades, and the biggest financial transaction of their retirement years. Rebecca Bomann, CEO and founder of SASH Services, joins Suzanne to delve into this important topic for senior homeowners as well as their family members and caregivers.
Community Commitment at Cadence Kent-Meridian
Suzanne talks with Tracey Harvey at at Cadence Kent-Meridian in Kent, Washington. Everything they do from a life engagement perspective, they have some wonderful signature programs. Life engagement team members customize a program to meet the needs of residents.
Meet Chef Ray at Cadence Kent-Meridian
Suzanne talks with Tracey Harvey and Chef Ray Canos, Culinary Director at Cadence Kent-Meridian in Kent, Washington. Ray runs the dining program and provides an overview of meals at the community. For example, on the day the interview was recorded, breakfast was Eggs Benedict and the soup of the day was bean and bacon. Lunch was chicken quesadillas with homemade guacamole, homemade fresh corn salsa. Dinner was Chinese themed: grilled chicken teriyaki with jasmine rice, beef and broccoli with noodles, steamed bok choy and sauteed cabbage, with homemade lemon blueberry cake for dessert.
Meet Resident Services Director Navdeep at Cadence Kent-Meridian
Suzanne talks with Tracey Harvey and Resident Services Director Navdeep K. at Cadence Kent-Meridian in Kent, Washington. Navdeep oversees the health and wellness and assisted living at the community.
Senior Living in Your 60s: Cadence Kent-Meridian
From studios, to one bedrooms and two bedroom apartments, Cadence Kent-Meridian in Kent, Washington is now open for residents. Suzanne talks with Tracey Harvey, Regional Vice President of Marketing & Strategic Planning, Northwest, about this shift in senior living. People want to have control, pursue their passions, and if they can, downsizing and making retirement plans.
Overview of VA Long Term Care Services
Elder law attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne to talk about presumptive qualifications for VA Compensation, particularly service during Vietnam, in which veterans are presumed to have been exposed to Agent Orange if certain disabilities have occurred. At the 6 minute point, Jim talks about services administered through the health side of the Department of Veterans Affairs, the same group that runs the VA hospital.
Rates for VA Compensation, a.k.a. Disability
When qualifications are met, the Department of Veterans Affairs rates the level of disability, from 0 to 100 in increments of 10. The money received is based on that level. Elder law attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne to talk about the money paid out for VA Compensation. A single, 100% disabled veteran would qualify for $3,332.06/month in 2022, whereas for a married veteran the level is $3,517.84/month. On top of Compensation, a special monthly compensation can also be paid, and the money varies.
Qualifying for VA Compensation, a.k.a. Disability
This segment focuses on qualifying for the federal program known as VA Compensation. There is special monthly compensation for a veteran or a surviving spouse, child, or parent who has certain disabilities or needs help with at least two activities of daily living: eating, walking, bathing, getting in and out of a bed/chair, cleaning up after going to the bathroom, grooming, dressing. When qualifications are met, the Department of Veterans Affairs rates the level of disability, from 0 to 100 in increments of 10, which is up to the case manager.
Overview of VA Compensation, a.k.a. Disability
If someone in active military service is injured or becomes ill, or has some prior injury or illness exacerbated by their service, and later in life it results in a disability, then they're entitled to VA Compensation. Elder law attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne to talk about the benefits of this federal program run by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Meet a Veteran Resident at MorningStar
On behalf of MorningStar of Beaverton, Suzanne speaks with resident and veteran Nick Hanks, who served in the United States Air Force for 20 years.
Visiting MorningStar of Beaverton
Suzanne joins community relations associate Jasmine Sablan Taitano, an ambassador for MorningStar of Beaverton, in Beaverton, OR. Jasmine grew up in a culture that respects and honors elders. When people visit and she gives them tours, she says they appreciate the welcoming staff and tell her that the atmosphere feels very homey and genuine.
Bible Study at MorningStar Senior Living
Suzanne joins assistant director of life enrichment Jeanice Harrington at MorningStar of Happy Valley, a senior living community outside of Portland, Oregon. One of Jeanice's favorite activities is leading an in-house Bible study hour with the community, an inclusive program for people of all faiths and backgrounds.
Encore Chorale of Redmond: The Process
Encore Creativity provides arts and opportunities for those 55 and older through Encore Chorale and other programs. Encore University has a voice class, musicianship...
Encore Chorale of Redmond with Dr. Natalie Lerch
Encore Creativity for Older Adults is coming to the greater Puget Sound area. Conductor Dr. Natalie Lerch joins Suzanne to talk about Encore's program...
Celebrating Joy With Encore Creativity
Suzanne shares her personal story about chorale singing at the time she lost her father. The sense of community from her choir helped prevent...
Encore Creativity: Singing For Seniors
Encore Creativity for Older Adults is the nation's largest choral organization for adults over the age of 55. They are just now coming to...
Medicaid if You Have Too Much Income
If you're applying for Medicaid, what happens if they say you have "too much income?" Elder Law Attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne to discuss this interesting scenario. You would need to seek a lawyer, set up a qualified income trust, called a "Miller trust," and then you have to use that trust every month, in order to even qualify for Medicaid.
Medicaid If You’re Married And Have Income
If you are a married couple, what happens to your income as a Medicaid applicant? Elder Law Attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne to answer this question. They must be married; some states recognize common law marriage, others not. The income of the well spouse does not get to be used under Medicaid rules to pay the expenses of the ill spouse.
Medicaid If You’re Single And Have Income
If you are a single Medicaid applicant, what happens to your income? Almost every dollar is accounted for in the Medicaid rules — where can you expect that money to go? Generally, for a single person, a person's income is used before Medicaid dollars. There are three places where money is usually going to go: 1) your personal needs allowance (spending money); 2) rent if you're in an assisted living community; and 3) health insurance premiums.
Medicaid When You Have Income
Elder Law Attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne to talk about how Medicaid and other long-term care situations handle retirees who continue to receive income the rest of their lives. Income payments can come from Social Security retirement benefits, disability benefits, pension payments, VA pension payments, annuity payments, or income from rental properties.
Live Event: MorningStar of Kirkland, with Janet Sederquist
Suzanne joins executive director Janet Sederquist at Kirkland, Washington’s new MorningStar of Kirkland to talk about this over55 independent living community. The process of elder care can be a daunting, overwhelming task, whether for yourself or a loved one, and their doors are always open to help.
Live Event: MorningStar of Kirkland, with Lolly Bruschere
Suzanne joins concierge Lolly Bruschere at Kirkland, Washington’s new MorningStar of Kirkland senior living community. As a faith-based organization, MorningStar puts humanity, faith, and ethics first. Everyone is welcome regardless of their personal faith, and residents are treated like family.
Live Event: MorningStar of Kirkland, with Karin Hirst
Suzanne joins director of hospitality Karin Hirsch at Kirkland, Washington’s new MorningStar of Kirkland senior living community. Karin is responsible for resident satisfaction, so she knows the families and residents to serve them best.
Live Event: MorningStar of Kirkland, with Jennifer Graham
Suzanne joins community relations director Jennifer Graham at Kirkland, Washington’s new MorningStar of Kirkland senior living community. If you're thinking of downsizing, consider this new over-55 independent living community. The vibe here is like having a daily vacation, or being on a cruise ship.
All About The Cottages of Renton
Suzanne joins Community Relations & Marketing Director Tanya Hilson to talk about the The Cottages of Renton, a CarePartners Senior Living community just for seniors who have dementia and Alzheimer's. The layout is unique. Each Cottage opens and exits into an expansive but secure outside interior courtyard allowing residents the freedom to safely stroll, exercise and enjoy open spaces among landscaped walkways and surroundings. The memory care community offers three small, cozy cottages, each with a maximum of 20 residents. This design concept allows them to provide senior loved ones with personal attention they deserve in a familiar, intimate, calm and safe environment.
What is Assisted Living, with Melanie Caoagas
Suzanne joins direct of nursing Melanie Caoagas for the grand opening weekend at Vineyard Park of Covington in Covington, WA. Melanie oversees the physical health and wellness of the residents: giving them medications, keeping communications with doctors and families, customizing their care plans, and keeping residents informed. The community's assisted living options offer personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, retirement community setting. It's for seniors who can no longer live on their own, but don’t need 24-hour, complex medical supervision.
All About Assisted Living, with Keith Roberts
Suzanne joins Community Relations Director Keith Roberts at Vineyard Park of Covington in Covington, WA to talk about the details of assisted living. For example, if mom is fine but dad needs help, they have a bonded pairs program where they can come and live together. The care can be provided for dad, mom can live independently, and we'll have an individualized care plan specifically tailored to dad's needs. And if dad ever needed memory care, and it started to not be safe for him to stay here at Vineyard Park, we could literally move him across the parking lot and he can stay with us in memory care as well. She can go visit him whenever she wants, plus she can take him out for activities on this side. There are so many options... if she needed to go to the grocery store, or just needed a little break, she can bring him back.
Vineyard Park Grand Opening Weekend, with Keith Roberts
Suzanne joins Community Relations Director Keith Roberts for the grand opening weekend at Vineyard Park of Covington in Covington, WA. Assisted living is a whole new ball game these days because you have so many amenities: you get the theater, you get the activities, you get the best of everything. Being able to come into a community, know you're going to be cared for, have activities, be able to socialize with folks who are on the same journey as you, make new friends, establish new close bonds, and have a good experience and live with dignity for the rest of your life.
Vineyard Park Grand Opening Weekend, with Chelsea Hansen
Suzanne joins activities director Chelsea Hansen for the grand opening weekend at Vineyard Park of Covington in Covington, WA. All sorts of things are happening this weekend, with various stations set up throughout the building showcasing events, activities, food, and live music with a Hawaiian theme. Vineyard Park has a host of clubs, plus Bingo, karaoke, a weekly social event, movie night, a monthly birthday dinner, men's poker night, and ladies night, with family as well as residents welcome.
Independent vs Assisted Living at MorningStar
Elena Cuevas, Regional VP of Sales, joins Suzanne to talk about what it's like to live at MorningStar. They talk about independent and assisted living at MorningStar Senior Living's SilverLake community near Everett, Washington
Veterans Support at MorningStar
As a way of saying thank you to their veterans, MorningStar Senior Living will be having a special salute for Veterans this July. Elena Cuevas, Regional VP of Sales, joins Suzanne to talk about MorningStar's veterans support. They offer $100/month off rent for veterans and their spouses, and MorningStar also partners with Outerlife Financial to provide additional support through access to Veterans Aid and Attendance programs.
Philosophy and core vision at MorningStar
Elena Cuevas, Regional VP of Sales, joins Suzanne to talk about MorningStar Senior Living community in SilverLake near Everett, Washington. In this segment, Elena talks about MorningStar's origins and what makes it special with its faith-based focus on ethics and values. They create enriching environments that residents want to participate with.
Veterans-Themed Celebration at MorningStar
MorningStar Senior Living community in SilverLake near Everett, Washington is having a reopening special weekend that celebrates veterans. Elena Cuevas, Regional VP of Sales, returns to introduce the program with Suzanne. July 7-9, from 1-4, they're introducing renovations while appreciating veterans. Their bistro will be themed for West Point, the activity room will be the Colorado Air Force station with some giveaways and collateral, model apartments themed for Hawaii, then downstairs to the theater room which is themed for California's Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton with glitz and Hollywood glamour, then the last station in the patio area is themed for Naval Station Everett with BBQ and Northeastern delicacies
The Bill of Rights for Senior Residents, Items 17-20
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living joins Suzanne to talk more about the Bill of Rights of senior living. After reviewing the first 16 rights, they talk about the final four of the 20 rights.
The Bill of Rights for Senior Residents, Items 12-16
Suzanne talks more about the 20 Bill of Rights for senior living residents with Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living, a code of conduct that all senior living communities have to follow by law. Residents have a right to their money, to be involved and have access to what's theirs. If they think their care plan isn't being followed, or a caregiver is being rude, they have a right to speak their mind without fearing repercussions.
The Bill of Rights for Senior Residents, Items 6-11
The Bill of Rights has 20 items, spelling out basic rights to be yourself, to not restrain you, to feel safe in your home, and to not feel like they are being taken advantage of financially. As a matter of privacy, some communities do not dispense medications in the dining room. In this segment, Suzanne and Kelley discuss items 6-11.
The Bill of Rights for Senior Residents, Items 1-5
Suzanne joins Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living to learn about the 20 rights included in the Bill of Rights for Senior Residents. One reason people are hesitant to move into assisted living is a fear of losing autonomy — they believe someone's going to tell them when to get up, when to go to bed, when to eat dinner — and who wants to live like that? Every community with senior living type of license has a resident Bill of Rights. In this segment, Suzanne and Kelley discuss the first five rights.
Joining an Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s Clinical Trial
Athira Pharma has a clinical trial right now for patients that potentially could treat people with any type of degenerative brain disease. It is being tested now with people who have Alzheimer's disease in mid stages and also with people who have Lewy body disease and Parkinson's disease. The medication speeds up thinking and processing and a long-term effect of increasing connections between brain cells.
Suzanne Newman talks with Dr. Michael Mega, Director of the Center for Cognitive Health in Portland, Oregon. The center helps patients maximize their cognitive function as they cope with Alzheimer's disease and disorders of thinking.
How Are Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Diseases Diagnosed?
This segment focuses on medical diagnoses for Alzheimer's disease, Lewy body dementia and Parkinson's. The field is rapidly changing. We now have biological markers for Alzheimer's: mis-folded proteins in the brain is the common thread for all degenerative diseases, including Parkinson's disease, Lou Gehrig's disease, and frontotemporal degeneration Pick's Disease. Being able to visualize these in PET scans (Positron Emission Tomography) lets us make a definitive diagnosis 15 years before someone begins having memory problems.
Alzheimer’s or Normal Forgetfulness: How to Tell the Difference
Suzanne Newman is joined by Dr. Michael Mega, Director of the Center for Cognitive Health in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Mega answers: How do you tell the difference between normal age-related forgetfulness and the beginnings of Alzheimer's?
Live Event: MorningStar at Hillsboro Opens, with Camillo Hart
This special live event celebrates the June 18 opening of MorningStar Senior Living in Hillsboro, Oregon. In this segment, Suzanne Newman joins Camillo Hart, Community Relations Assistant, to talk about the opening of this vital, fresh, fun community.
Live Event: MorningStar at Hillsboro Opens, with Emily Hoover
This special live event celebrates the June 18 opening of MorningStar Senior Living in Hillsboro, Oregon. In this segment, Suzanne Newman joins Emily Hoover, Life Enrichment Coordinator and Music Therapist, to talk about the opening.
Live Event: MorningStar at Hillsboro Opens, with Matt Ryan
This special live event celebrates the June 18 opening of MorningStar Senior Living in Hillsboro, Oregon. In this segment, Suzanne Newman joins Matt Ryan, Executive Director of MorningStar. Ryan says everything they do comes from the heart, that it's everything that they tell you it is.
Live Event: MorningStar at Hillsboro Opens, with Maurea Kyioi
This special live event celebrates the June 18 opening of MorningStar Senior Living in Hillsboro, Oregon. In this segment, Suzanne Newman joins Maurea Kyioi, the Business Office Manager, who hires staff and is in charge of billing.
Live Event: MorningStar at Hillsboro Opens, with Darrin Bristol
This special live event celebrates the June 18 opening of MorningStar Senior Living in Hillsboro, Oregon. In this segment, Executive Chef/Dining Room Manager Darrin Bristol joins Suzanne Newman.
Live Event: MorningStar at Hillsboro Opens, with Adam Ortega
This special live event celebrates the June 18 opening of MorningStar Senior Living in Hillsboro, Oregon. In this segment, Maintenance Director Adam Ortega joins Suzanne Newman to talk about opening the brand new retirement community.
How to Keep Active at Cadence Living
Tracey Harvey from Cadence Living in Kent, Washington joins Suzanne Newman to talk about transitions to maintain health and vitality for our senior loved ones. Making a transition now, before a crisis or illness, puts more power and control into their equation. Active aging with key amenities helps seniors warm to the idea. Quality of life, vibrancy, vitality, and fitness are key focuses now, to manage wellness over illness in a holistic way. Stepping through and learning more about living in a community like this helps us stay engaged.
All About MorningStar of Hillsboro
MorningStar Senior Living looks forward to the opening of a new community for the Greater Portland area in Hillsboro, Washington. Executive Director Matt Ryan and Vice President of Sales Development Jordana Jobanputra join Suzanne to talk about this brand new community.
Having Physical Wellness
Foundational principles of wellness, part 7: Eating right, walking, movement, balance, using our core. It's more than lifting weights and exercise. So many seniors living alone don't eat right, can't cook or do the things that contribute to a good quality of life, and resort to leftovers, fast food and TV dinners.
Having Intellectual Wellness
Foundational principles of wellness, part 6: Knowledge, learning, growing, critical thinking, and challenging one's beliefs are honored at MorningStar Senior Living as part of intellectual wellness.
Having Spiritual Wellness
Foundational principles of wellness, part 5: Recorded at MorningStar Senior Living at Silver Lake in Everett, Washington, Suzanne Newman continues her conversation with Elena Cuevas, Regional VP of Sales, about the foundational principles of wellness.
MorningStar Foundation: Motivation and Purpose
MorningStar Senior Living's operations specialist John Jaeger joins Suzanne Newman to talk about MorningStar's corporate culture and higher purpose for helping communities through their various outreach programs. Transformation is possible, living a life of service serving seniors and others in their communities helps them as well as providing a sense of satisfaction and contentment.
MorningStar Foundation: Casa Bernabé
The MorningStar Foundation manages various outreach programs locally and internationally. Casa Bernabé is an orphanage in Nicaragua, bordering Costa Rica in Central America. The country is the second poorest in the western hemisphere. The orphanage is in a town of 100,000 people with 70% unemployment, so even if an individual wanted a job, there's none to be had in this region of few resources, creating intense poverty. MorningStar built a new home for about 60 kids and helps enrich their lives. MorningStar Senior Living's operations specialist John Jaeger joins Suzanne Newman to talk about this program.
MorningStar Foundation: Lifewater International
The MorningStar Foundation was founded to serve local and international nonprofit organizations. They've partnered with Lifewater International, which is based out of the U.S. and operates in Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda and Cambodia to support safe water projects. MorningStar hosts a premier charity golf event fundraiser in Denver called Quench, which last year raised $120,000 for Lifewater's transformative projects. MorningStar Senior Living's operations specialist John Jaeger joins Suzanne Newman to talk about Lifewater and Quench.
MorningStar Foundation Helps Communities
MorningStar Senior Living's operations specialist John Jaeger joins Suzanne Newman to talk about MorningStar's corporate culture, an organization that strives to make these the best years of their residents, bring them purpose, and to give back to their team members. Going beyond loving their residents is the MorningStar Foundation, established to offer support to philanthropic initiatives around the world and in local neighborhoods.
Spotlight on CarePartners Senior Living, Part 4
Suzanne Newman joins Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living to talk about CarePartners' commitment to community, being involving in the chamber of commerce, rotary club, food drives, the Alzheimer's Association, and other outreach.
Spotlight on CarePartners Senior Living, Part 3
Suzanne Newman joins Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living to talk about The Arbor in Bremerton, CarePartners' newest community.
Spotlight on CarePartners Senior Living, Part 2
Suzanne Newman joins Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living to talk about their secret sauce, the evolution of their communities in the Seattle area.
Spotlight on CarePartners Senior Living, Part 1
Suzanne Newman joins Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living to talk about to talk about CarePartners' history and core values.
Clinical trial for Lewy body dementia, part 4
This segment focuses on misconceptions of clinical trials and who qualifies for the Lewy body dementia clinical trial. Dr. Daniel Burdick, a physician's investigator at Evergreen Hospital Medical Center in Kirkland, Washington, covers these topics with Suzanne Newman.
Clinical trial for Lewy body dementia, part 3
This segment focuses on what doctors test in the Lewy body dementia clinical trial, as well as the importance of the study participant's care partner. Dr. Daniel Burdick walks Suzanne Newman through these aspects of the clinical trial. In the shape trial, doctors are looking at elements of safety and efficacy. Safety issues include studying bloodwork, physical exams, and checking things like changes in mood. The efficacy of the medication is studied by assessing the participant's cognition: the person's ability to remember, recall, fluidly use words, retain their focus and comprehension, and plan and follow events. They'll be asked to recall words and draw figures, and these are compared from the beginning to the end of the trial. Doctors also measure brain waves with EEG to get more objective data than they can from asking questions.
Clinical trial for Lewy body dementia, part 2
This segment focuses on what it means to be involved in the Lewy body dementia shape trial. Dr. Daniel Burdick, a physician's investigator at Evergreen Hospital Medical Center in Kirkland, Washington walks Suzanne Newman through the process. Participating in a clinical trial is a donation of time to the global effort to develop better treatments for Parkinson's disease and Dementia with Lewy Bodies. It can be involved. This particular trial is a 6-8 month process with 9 or 10 visits to the Kirkland site, one every 4-6 weeks, each one a couple to several hours each, with doctors spending lots of time with them. Doctors ask detailed questions and get to know their experiences in much greater detail, and people have said that it's a positive experience because they feel really connected. A research coordinator becomes their navigator through the trial.
Clinical trial for Lewy body dementia, part 1
Dr. Daniel Burdick from the Evergreen Hospital Medical Center in Kirkland, Washington, joins Suzanne to talk about Lewy body dementia. It encompasses two separate disorders: Parkinson's dementia and Dementia with Lewy Bodies, which are very similar. One of the best ways to make your future better, if you have dementia, if you want to be proactive with the disease, is to volunteer in a clinical trial.
Tips For When a Parent Moves: How Should Money Be Spent?
How should money be spent during a senior loved one's move? It's very emotional and sensitive time, with parents and their adult children having different perspectives and agendas. Adult children are worried about the parents' money lasting long enough for their care. They worry that they might have to mortgage their own home in a few years to pay for their Mom's care. Unless parents have set aside a nest egg, it's a concern because the cost of care is so high that proceeds from a home sale might only pay for care for a handful of years. Sometimes they don't want their parent to sell the home because they expect that home to be there for them when their loved one passes away. Meanwhile, what's best for Mom in her situation?
Tips For When a Parent Moves: Who Helps With Packing?
Who helps Mom through the sorting, packing and moving process? Everyone is well-meaning. Some Moms expect that their adult children will take four months' leave from work to go through every box, glass, and cross-stitch, remembering back to when family did that for each other. Yet many of today's adult children can't imagine how they'd be able to take leave from their job, travel out of state, and pay for a flight to sort through decades of household items – they're overwhelmed by that idea, and it causes tension in the relationship.
Tips For When a Parent Moves: Their Pet
Adult children and their aging parents have wildly differing perspectives on moving. This segment builds a bridge to understanding each others' perspectives when it comes to the senior loved one's pet, which befuddles many adult children. Adult children are thinking of a monthly budget, trying to make funds last as long as possible, and are concerned about how that's affected by an animal's daily care, walks, feeding, medication, and vet care. Mom, however, sees the pet as a family member who gives joy, love, companionship, and comfort.
Tips For When a Parent Moves: Household Items
When it's time for a senior loved one's downsizing, their adult children may not quite understand or relate to the parents' perspective earned from living 50 years in their home as they see more pragmatic concerns about home repairs and time-consuming chores, and want to schedule moving deadlines based on available free time. Rebecca Bomann, the CEO of SASH Services, and Suzanne Newman talk about how to do right by our parents while helping them transition from a long-standing residence in their home to senior living.
All About Spend Downs, Part 4
When talking to an elder law attorney, what questions should you ask about spend downs, and what questions you should be prepared to answer? If you have the power of attorney for a senior loved one, how do you start the conversation with the family about their assets, and how do you best navigate this with them? Elder law attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne Newman to answer these questions.
All About Spend Downs, Part 3
How do you take care of your spouse if you need long term care now? What can you do with your money if your spouse is still at home? Elder law attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne Newman to answer these questions, by spending down your money to access Medicaid and VA benefits.
All About Spend Downs, Part 2
What is a Medicaid spend down? Elder law attorney Jim Koewler joins Suzanne Newman to answer this question, and shows how it differs if you're single or married. With a single person, if they want VA coverage, they have the same asset limits of $130K. If they want Medicaid long-term care coverage, they need to reduce assets to $2K, or their state's level, which is very different from the VA level. How you do that is through a spend down.
All About Spend Downs, Part 1
What do you do when you or a senior loved one needs care now — a crisis situation — and they have some money available? In this situation, one option is to choose to private pay for the care. This segment focuses on financial eligibility for married couples to receive VA pension benefits and Medicaid. If you're married, to get Medicaid you have to spend your assets down below $2,000 (Federal and Ohio levels; amounts vary by state).
Cadence Living Update
Tracey Harvey from Cadence Living joins Suzanne Newman to update us on the new senior living community opening in Kent, Washington. Many of their over-55 residents work, drive cars, and go to events and activities, and just want someone to help with cooking and cleaning. Tracey is Regional Vice President of Marketing & Strategic Planning, Northwest for Cadence at Kent-Meridian.
Foundational Principles of Wellness, Part 4
The third foundational principle is safety, feeling safe and cared for, protected in your environment. Safety in mobility issues, medication, living environment, and outside safety. Elena Cuevas, Regional VP of Sales for MorningStar Senior Living, joins Suzanne Newman at MorningStar Senior Living at Silver Lake in Everett, Washington to talk about eight fundamental principals of wellness.
Foundational Principles of Wellness, Part 3
The second foundational principle is environmental wellness, feeling comfortable in your environment. MorningStar asks residents to bring their own things, bring the comforts with you; you're downsizing, but bring your favorite chair, your artwork, and what's important to you. Your environment is an extension of your home.
Foundational Principles of Wellness, Part 2
The first foundational principle of wellness is emotional wellness, which is coping effectively with life and creating satisfactory relationships. Elena Cuevas, Regional VP of Sales for MorningStar Senior Living, joins Suzanne Newman at MorningStar Senior Living at Silver Lake in Everett, Washington to talk about eight fundamental principals of wellness. The process of moving into a senior living environment is scary.
Foundational Principles of Wellness, Part 1
Elena Cuevas, Regional VP of Sales for MorningStar Senior Living, joins Suzanne Newman at MorningStar Senior Living at Silver Lake in Everett, Washington. Elena and Suzanne talk about the community and wellness as a fundamental principal they apply for their residents and family members. They introduce eight dimensions of wellness that encompass a holistic approach to making someone's survival more realistic. MorningStar has 34 communities in 12 states.
How to Begin Decluttering, Part 4
Once you've got Mom settled in her new senior living community, you still have to go back and sort through the rest of her things. This segment talks about three piles you need to make while sorting through her things: sell, donate, trash.
How to Begin Decluttering, Part 3
Kelley talks about how the conversation often goes, when Mom first sees a potential model unit. You know she'll need a couch, bed, table and chairs, nightstand — no brainers. But she sees no room for the things that matter to her. If her little crystal animals are that important to her, find a way to bring them. It's not whether she uses it or not, it's something that connects her to something she loves. The move itself is traumatic enough, so be kind and listen to what she wants. Honor her for who she is; it's important to her. Have those conversations with the community. The more people share, the more the community can help.
How to Begin Decluttering, Part 2
This segment focuses on beginning stages, and putting the plan in action. First: we're downsizing for a reason, whether Mom is moving in with an adult child, moving into an assisted living facility. Look at the space she's moving into and assess how much space is available. Visit model units to get an idea of what would work in the space, to see if Mom's couch will actually fit.
How to Begin Decluttering, Part 1
Kelley talks about how we can help our parents and ourselves so we don't leave a lot of clutter for our own children to deal with. When a family member downsizes from a 2,000 square foot home to a 900-1200 square foot retirement apartment, or to an independent living or assisted living apartment, now you're looking at 500-700 square feet of space, or smaller depending on the apartment. You have to weigh what's important to keep, and it will be home — you want to bring your things so it feels like home. Many people in a home look at the challenge and don't even know how to begin downsizing. If you have a senior loved one, or have mobility issues, it can seem an overwhelming challenge. This hour will talk about how to begin, and what to expect regarding amenities when you move into senior living, and how can you leave a legacy for your community.
Alzheimer’s disease clinical trials, Part 4 with Dr. Cherian Verghese
Learn about the different types of Alzheimer's research studies, what's involved in participating, and how you can get involved. Suzanne Newman joins Dr. Cherian Verghese, Principal Researcher at the forefront of Alzheimer's disease at Keystone Clinical Studies LLC in the Philadelphia area. When we face cancer or heart disease, we think our bodies are failing. When it comes to something in our minds, we think we are failing, as something personal, but our mind sits within our brain, and these are illnesses, just like cancer or COVID. In the old days, there was a sense of learned helplessness — I can't do anything about it, so why bother? — but that's not the case any more.
Alzheimer’s disease clinical trials, Part 3 with Dr. Cherian Verghese
Learn about the types of Alzheimer's research studies and what's involved in participating. Suzanne Newman joins Dr. Cherian Verghese, Principal Researcher at the forefront of Alzheimer's disease at Keystone Clinical Studies LLC in the Philadelphia area. In the phase of informed consent, participants and trial partners are appraised on details about the medicine, that it’s voluntary, outlines potential side effects, not charged to insurance, that participants can withdraw at any time, and that they can also talk to the ethics committee at any time. A trial partner spends time with the participant, a family member, friend, or neighbor — conducting the study needs someone who can tell us about how the participant functions at home with their activities of daily living.
Alzheimer’s disease clinical trials, Part 2 with Dr. Cherian Verghese
This segment continues the conversation about how Alzheimer's disease progresses. Suzanne Newman joins Dr. Cherian Verghese to talk about a special program for those who are in the beginning or medium stages of Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Verghese is Principal Researcher at Keystone Clinical Studies LLC in the Philadelphia area. In earlier stages, people can be helped at home with assisted living, with family support. Going into moderate or severe dementia, we'd need in-home care and at some stages institutional care. It's physically demanding to help someone with their activities of daily living. Sadly, African Americans are twice as likely, and Latinos about one and a half times as likely, than in Caucasians. They are disproportionately affected, but participation was lower in trials, making it hard to extrapolate drug trial results.
Alzheimer’s disease clinical trials, Part 1 with Dr. Cherian Verghese
Suzanne Newman joins Dr. Cherian Verghese to talk about a special program for those who are in the beginning or medium stages of Alzheimer's disease. Dr. Verghese is Principal Researcher at Keystone Clinical Studies LLC in the Philadelphia area. His mother died from Alzheimer's disease five years ago, and it transformed his efforts as a physician-investigator. Keystone is almost entirely focused on Alzheimer's. This segment concerns the differences between dementia and Alzheimer's, and how the disease progresses. The prevalence of Alzheimer's dementia is 5% in people 65 years old. By the age of 80, it's 40% or more.
Kid Caregivers, Part 4
Suzanne Newman talks with 14-year-old Hailey Richman from Long Island, New York. Hailey is executive director for two non-profit organizations that help seniors, giving...
Kid Caregivers, Part 3
Suzanne Newman talks with 14-year-old Hailey Richman from Long Island, New York. Hailey is executive director for two non-profit organizations that help seniors.
In this...
Kid Caregivers, Part 2
Suzanne Newman talks with 14-year-old Hailey Richman from Long Island, New York. Hailey is executive director for two non-profit organizations that help seniors.
In this...
Kid Caregivers, Part 1
When Hailey Richman was 4 years old, her grandmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Her grandmother was her best friend, and Hailey felt isolated....
12 Tips to Sell Your Home, Part 4
Continuing from part 3, in this segment Rebecca shares two more low-cost suggestions to maximize your net proceeds at the end of the sale: Add a fresh scent: Apple cinnamon or raspberry, with fragrances that aren't plugged in chemicals that could trigger allergies, a bowl of pot pourri, providing a pleasant scent; and leave while it's listed.
12 Tips to Sell Your Home, Part 3
Continuing from part 2, in this segment Rebecca shares more low-cost suggestions to maximize your net proceeds at the end of the sale. Expenses can be paid for by following the tips from part 1: Pressure wash the outside; buy a new welcome mat — a welcoming, modern mat for the front door; clean up the patio; and retro decor is OK.
12 Tips to Sell Your Home, Part 2
Rebecca Bomann, the CEO of SASH Services, joins Suzanne Newman to talk about tips to help get your house ready to be sold. Continuing from part 1, in this segment Rebecca shares more low-cost suggestions to maximize your net proceeds at the end of the sale. Any expenses can be paid for by following the tips from Part 1: Take down heavy drapes and window coverings; swap out old and low-watt bulbs for bright new ones; remove family photos and paintings, so prospective buyers will be able envision the home as it might be for them; and do a professional deep cleaning.
12 Tips to Sell Your Home, Part 1
Whether you're an empty-nester or looking for a senior loved one who's lived in their house for 50 years, often a move seems like a mountain of a challenge. These low-cost suggestions will maximize your net proceeds: Part 1: pack first; sell some things.
How and When to Intervene, part 4
When the conversations are over, and something doesn't go right, Kelley talks about next steps. You can't control another human being. There are other options if a loved one digs in their heels. Northeast Seattle has NEST — Northeast Seattle Together — and other neighborhoods have programs like this. For a small fee, people will come to the house and do chores, mow the lawn, and do other tasks, so you don't have to be overwhelmed. A family advocate or caregiver needs to keep their balance and boundaries.
How and When to Intervene, part 3
This segment addresses what to do when our loved ones are adamantly resisting, but you know something has to change. You have to make sure that a decision's been made - that they are no longer safe in their own home — you have to look at next steps, whether it's home care, home health, rehabilitative care, or something else. Make sure they've been diagnosed by a doctor. And learn what the consequences are if you don't do something.
How and When to Intervene, part 2
Kelley talks about red flags to watch for that may signal when to intervene as an adult child or loved one of a senior who may need care. Maybe you've noticed that your mom used to keep her house spotless in the past, but now you see spoiled food in the fridge, stacks of stuff in odd places, and she's ordering strange stuff by mail. You know your loved one, and some things will stand out as unusual. Are they grabbing onto furniture and walls to support themselves? Making excuses for you not to visit? Kelley provides advice when you see behaviors that stand out as unusual in our senior loved ones.
How and When to Intervene, part 1
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living joins Suzanne Newman to talk about how and when to intervene as an adult child or loved one of a senior who may need care. Families may be concerned about their role while honoring parents facing Alzheimer's or dementia. Kelley Smith says to best serve parents and grandparents, first understand what you need as well as what your parents need. When you have conversations, give them time to process so they aren't on the defensive. Create an open dialogue to figure out the next steps. Bring up that you noticed things are getting more challenging for them around the house. Casual conversations often work better than a scheduled meeting.
Introducing Cadence Living, part 4
Tracey Harvey from Cadence Living joins Suzanne Newman to talk about a dynamic, new senior living community soon to open in Kent, Washington. Tracey is Regional Vice President of Marketing & Strategic Planning, Northwest for Cadence at Kent-Meridian. Think about all of the things you do in a day, whether it's cleaning the house, cooking, driving to the store, shopping, planning paying bills. How many hours does that take each week? If you didn't have to do those things, how would it improve the quality of your life?
Introducing Cadence Living, part 3
Tracey Harvey from Cadence Living joins Suzanne Newman to talk about a dynamic, new senior living community soon to open in Kent, Washington. Tracey is Regional Vice President of Marketing & Strategic Planning, Northwest for Cadence at Kent-Meridian. Tracy provides some considerations to keep in mind for seniors considering downsizing. It helps to actually visit a community, seeing all the departments and teams of people that help make it a value for your money, where you can have food prepared, housekeeping once a week, and transportation if you need it.
Introducing Cadence Living, part 2
Tracey Harvey from Cadence Living joins Suzanne Newman to talk about a dynamic, new senior living community soon to open in Kent, Washington. Tracey is Regional Vice President of Marketing & Strategic Planning, Northwest for Cadence at Kent-Meridian. Cadence is geared for Kent, a middle class area. Cadence offers a great value in communities along with offering the services you're looking for: 128 apartments, three levels, offering both independent living and assisted living, that allows people to age in place in the apartment they choose. Cadence has studios, one bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, all with high ceilings (12 feet on the first level, 10 feet on the second), full kitchens, a balcony with a view, and washer/dryer. Anytime-dining at a bistro offers a variety of foods. Senior wellness programs will be designed based on the interests of the residents, like in-tune fitness.
Introducing Cadence Living, part 1
Tracey Harvey from Cadence Living joins Suzanne Newman to talk about a new senior living community soon to open in Kent, Washington. Tracey is Regional Vice President of Marketing & Strategic Planning, Northwest for Cadence at Kent-Meridian. Cadence brings a philosophy of vitality, fitness, and wellness, a resort-style living to seniors. Their innovative thinking attracted Tracey to the company. Active seniors looking for senior living. Socialization means more than we used to think – there's a recognition that community is important. Vitality is actively aging and retaining mobility regardless of our ability, ways to maintain stamina and wellness, not just physical, also intellectual, vocational, occupational. It's important we continue to crave that curiosity in life and don't stop meaning. Cadence is now offering tours.
VA benefits overview and the Pension program (Aid and Attendance), Part 5
Veterans benefits, claims, and appeals under the current rules: If your loved ones have spent any time in the military, they may qualify for benefits you might not be aware with. This segment covers Eligibility Update for VA Pension (a.k.a. Aid and Attendance): Financial eligibility, prior transfers, and tricky issues,
VA benefits overview and the Pension program (Aid and Attendance), Part 4
This segment continues the conversation on who is eligible for veterans benefits. If your loved ones have spent any time in the military, they may qualify for benefits you might not be aware with. This segment covers Eligibility Update for VA Pension (a.k.a. Aid and Attendance) and monthly benefits for VA Pension (a.k.a. Aid and Attendance).
VA benefits overview and the Pension program (Aid and Attendance), Part 3
Learn more about eligibility updates for the VA Pension (a.k.a. Aid and Attendance) with Elder law and special needs attorney Jim Koewler. This segment begins a conversation on who is eligible for veterans benefits and covers eligibility update for VA Pension.
VA benefits overview and the Pension program (Aid and Attendance), Part 2
Learn about Aid and Attendance, VA Disability, dependent and indemnity compensation, and more. This segment provides an overview of three basic veterans benefits: VA Pension (a.k.a. Aid and Attendance); VA Compensation (a.k.a. VA Disability); Dependent and indemnity compensation; Special monthly compensation; and VA Long-Term Care in VA Health Program.
VA benefits overview and the Pension program (Aid and Attendance), Part 1
If your loved ones have spent any time in the military, they may qualify for benefits you might not be aware with. Learn about veterans benefits, claims, and appeals under the current rules. This segment covers
Accreditation, Discharge papers, and DOD (not VA) Form SF180,
8 Things Every Senior Deserves, part 4
Eight things every senior homeowner deserves during a home sale. This segment focuses on the last two things, which are about the journey to say goodbye to the home, without minimizing emotions. 7: Space to grieve. Give a senior homeowner the space and opportunity to feel sad. 8: An opportunity to say goodbye.
8 Things Every Senior Deserves, part 3
Eight things every senior homeowner deserves during a home sale. This segment focuses on the fifth and sixth things: 5: Home mementos. 6: Caring advocates.
8 Things Every Senior Deserves, part 2
Eight things every senior homeowner deserves during a home sale. This segment focuses on the third and fourth things: 3: Decision-making: Every senior deserves the ability to make their own decisions, give them choices to make. 4: Knowledge and information.
8 Things Every Senior Deserves, part 1
Eight things every senior homeowner deserves during a home sale. There are eight things they deserve, and doesn't matter what type of house they're selling or how much it's worth. This segment focuses on the first two items that every senior should experience: 1. Kindness. 2. Patience.
How to Choose People to Represent You, Part 4
This hour is about how to appoint people to represent you in situations where you're unable to act for yourself – a who's who of people who should be involved in your estate plan. This segment focuses on Revocable Trusts — Grantors are initial trustees, Successor Trustee, HIPAA Release.
How to Choose People to Represent You, Part 3
Learn how to appoint people to represent you in situations where you're unable to act for yourself. This segment focuses on after you pass away. You can choose between a will-based estate plan or a trust-based estate plan.
How to Choose People to Represent You, Part 2
Learn how to appoint people to represent you in situations where you're unable to act for yourself – a who's who of people who should be involved in your estate plan. This segment focuses on living wills. One person does the job – pick one person.
How to Choose People to Represent You, Part 1
This hour presents a who's who of people who should be involved in your estate plan, and how to choose people to have power of attorney – specifically, the personality traits they should have. For Powers of Attorney (General and Health Care), you need to choose an Agent, First successor agent, Second successor agent, and Others.
Dispelling myths about senior living, part 4
Whether regarding skilled care, skilled nursing, or memory care, especially during the pandemic myths have persisted about senior living. This segment focuses on family members who care for a senior loved one. It's important to understand your role to make sure they have the best quality of life possible.
Dispelling myths about senior living, part 3
Kelley in this segment focuses on quality of life: what to expect in a senior living or assisted living community. It's not what you might think, and there are a lot of preconceived ideas about skilled care. Nothing's perfect, but if you're a caregiver and it's affecting you to where you can't do it any more, or you're in a situation where their needs are over your head, you're not serving them by keeping them at home.
Dispelling myths about senior living, part 2
In this segment Kelley explains that the general public's impression of senior living is based on folklore. People think their mom will move in and be isolated, as when you changed schools as a kid. But that's not giving the communities enough credit. A lot of communities have ambassadors that introduce your mom to new people. That's why you fill out a social assessment – for instance if she's from Norway they might sit her with someone from Norway. A lot of communities put their residents first, with activities, and have a way of making sure the residents are entertained throughout the day.
Dispelling myths about senior living, part 1
Whether regarding skilled care, skilled nursing, or memory care, especially during the pandemic myths have persisted about senior living. In this hour, Kelley talks about myths heard all the time about senior care. We remember great-grandma or great-grandpa being in nursing homes, which weren't pleasant places. They don't exist any more — skilled nursing has taken over, and it doesn't look the same as it did even five or ten years ago. If you don't know anybody in assisted living, if you've never been to an assisted living facility, you don't know what actually happens. Skilled nursing now is more like a rehab center that need 24-hour care not appropriate for a hospital setting. People don't realize that things like therapy dog visits and music therapy are available, providing a quality of life — they don't even know that it exists.
Caregiver Resources, with Jim Koewler
There are 150 million caregivers in the United States. In this segment, Jim Koewler recommends some nationwide resources for senior caregivers: Geriatric care managers, Elder law care attorneys: National Academy of Elder Law Care Attorneys, Elder law attorneys who work with care coordinators, Nationwide web resources, Elder Care decision guides, Genworth care scout, Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging, the Alzheimer's Association, and Pro Seniors.
How to Improve Your Hearing, Part 4 with Hope Lanter
This hour, Suzanne Newman talks about hearing loss with Dr. Hope Lanter, lead audiologist and director of partner success at Hear.com.
Some health issues...
How to Improve Your Hearing, Part 3 with Hope Lanter
This hour, Suzanne Newman talks about hearing loss with Dr. Hope Lanter, lead audiologist and director of partner success at Hear.com.
This segment focuses...
How to Improve Your Hearing, Part 2 with Hope Lanter
Why miss out on life because you're not hearing well? Some health issues can be exacerbated by hearing loss.
This hour, Suzanne Newman talks...
How to Improve Your Hearing, Part 1 with Hope Lanter
Statistics show that about 47 million adults have some level of hearing loss, many who are under 70 years old.
This hour, Suzanne Newman...
Planning Ahead For Long Term Care Costs, Part 4
Here is a guide to help people who are worried about long term care costs in the future. There are three basic strategies: do nothing, buy insurance, or give away assets. When giving away assets, there are two approaches: direct gifts, and an irrevocable trust. This segment focuses on direct gifts. A PowerPoint presentation accompanies this segment — watch this segment on YouTube’s Answers For Elders channel.
Planning Ahead For Long Term Care Costs, Part 3
This hour, elder law attorney Jim Koewler at the Koewler Law Firm provides us with a guide to help people who are worried about long term care costs in the future. There are three basic strategies: do nothing, buy insurance, or give away assets. In this segment, Jim goes in further detail about buying insurance. There are two approaches: the "traditional" long term care insurance, and having long term care insurance tied to an asset investment.
Planning Ahead For Long Term Care Costs, Part 2
This hour, elder law attorney Jim Koewler at the Koewler Law Firm looks at the criteria used to compare planning strategies. There are three basic strategies: do nothing, buy insurance, or give away assets. The criteria Jim uses compare those methods are: the cost to implement the strategy, the risk to your money, how convenient is it to carry out the strategy, how much control does it give you over money, and the likelihood that it will protect your assets.
Planning Ahead For Long Term Care Costs, Part 1
This hour, elder law attorney Jim Koewler at the Koewler Law Firm provides us with a guide to help those who are worried about long term care costs in the future. He talks about how older senior loved ones can protect their life savings and plan for the costs of long term care. Goals are to avoid becoming a burden to our children, leaving a financial legacy, military benefits, earning a feeling of accomplishment and preserving your identity.
Koelsch Communities Part 4, with Aaron Koelsch
Aaron Koelsch, the CEO and founder of Koelsch Communities, joins Suzanne this hour. In this segment, Mr. Koelsch talks about how a loved one,...
Koelsch Communities Part 3, with Aaron Koelsch
Aaron Koelsch, the CEO and founder of Koelsch Communities, joins Suzanne this hour. In this segment, Mr. Koelsch talks about Koelsch's niche, what makes...
Koelsch Communities Part 2, with Aaron Koelsch
Aaron Koelsch, the CEO and founder of Koelsch Communities, joins Suzanne this hour. In this segment, Mr. Koelsch talks about the company's values, which...
Koelsch Communities Part 1, with Aaron Koelsch
Aaron Koelsch, the CEO and founder of Koelsch Communities, joins Suzanne this hour. In this segment, Mr. Koelsch talks about his background and the...
Hearing loss, Part 2 with Jayson Sargent
Jayson Sargent at Hear.com joins the show to talk about hearing loss. In this segment, Jayson talks about his experiences helping people with their...
Hearing loss, Part 1 with Jayson Sargent
Jayson Sargent at Hear.com joins the show to talk about hearing loss, and Suzanne shares her own personal journey about signs of hearing loss....
Clinical trials for Alzheimer’s disease, Part 2 with Dr. Danielle Goldfarb
In this segment, Alzheimer's disease and dementia expert Dr. Danielle Goldfarb talks about clinical trials. Dr. Goldfarb is a neurologist and psychiatrist, as well as a physician researcher at Banner Sun Health Research Center in Sun Sun City, Arizona. Clinical trials are the cutting edge of new treatments and breakthroughs. In this segment Dr. Goldfarb talks about some of the promising latest news in clinical trials.
Clinical trials for Alzheimer’s disease, Part 1 with Dr. Danielle Goldfarb
In this segment, Alzheimer's disease and dementia expert Dr. Danielle Goldfarb talks about clinical trials. Dr. Goldfarb is a neurologist and psychiatrist, as well as a physician researcher at Banner Sun Health Research Center in Sun Sun City, Arizona. Clinical trials in an option for some patients, and it’s beneficial to participate. Dr. Goldfarb talks about what happens when you're considering taking part to help determine whether a newly-developed drug is safe, well-tolerated and effective.
How to be Creative With Seniors, Part 4 with Kelley Smith
Kelley talks about capturing special moments — how we can memorialize these moments to make them last. Take a picture, but frame it and put it up in her room or on her wall, because even if she's in memory care, it helps. Some other ideas are making recordings, scrap books, or a gallery wall.
How to be Creative With Seniors, Part 3 with Kelley Smith
Kelley talks about lightening up a senior loved one's day. One thing Kelley's done often is dressing up in costumes, such as pirates, food, and baseball players. It got to be fun, and it created events that were about them, and helped them look forward to your visit.
How to be Creative With Seniors, Part 2 with Kelley Smith
Kelley talks about how to lighten up and have fun, getting creative, not taking everything your senior loved one says personally. Putting yourself in their shoes, trying to understand and listen as a peer if you can, how would you feel if you were in their situation, helps.
How to be Creative With Seniors, Part 1 with Kelley Smith
Kelley talks about winning the Nesby Glasgow Essence Award. Many reasons for that were for her outside-the-box ideas, such as how to be creative with seniors. In this segment, Kelley talks about how to step into the mindset of being creative in the moment, ways to entertain, be fluid, with seniors.
Hospice, part 2 with Cassidy Bastien
With 9,000 COVID deaths, many of us have lost loved ones recently. Suzanne talks with Cassidy Bastien, an end-of-life doula, about a difficult topic to talk about, the end of life: How to be there for someone when they're dying, and what to say. This segment talks about the family's role, to make sure you know you're loved one's wishes and advocate for them.
Hospice, part 1 with Cassidy Bastien
There comes a time when you're caregiving a loved one when the time is near, we have an option for hospice care. Hospice is the umbrella of care that surrounds end of life. Eligibility comes down to a significant decline, not eating or walking, or a significant weight loss, with a diagnosis of six months or less to live, and a doctor's referral. If you feel that they qualify, you can ask for an evaluation. It focuses on quality of comfort at end of life.
Palliative Care, with Cassidy Bastien
Our medical communities often forget to educate families on the goals of treatment when our senior loved one's health is declining, or has gotten a terminal diagnosis. The goal is no longer to make them better, but to make them comfortable. This segment is about palliative care, which isn't discussed very often. We are so goal-oriented on fixing things, and we end up needing to focus on our quality of life. Palliative care allows for medications and treatment overseen by a palliative care team that works with your primary care physician and experts, and monitors your comfort and how you're doing with your treatments.
Caring for Someone Who’s Dying, with Cassidy Bastien
As a family member, how do you support them as they make that transition to the afterlife? Cassidy Bastien talks about how to be there for someone when they're dying, and what to say.
Long Term Care Insurance, with Jim Koewler
All about long term care insurance. Insurance takes the burden from you. You want to look at a stable company and stick with it for life. These are companies you don't see in the news, don't take risks, and have a history. One that underwrites on a long-term care model is best, rather than a disability model.
Planning for Long Term Care, with Jim Koewler
Elder Law and special needs attorney Jim Koewler talks about planning ahead — what do people need to plan for? When you can't take care of yourself, and you have trouble with activities of daily living — being able to get out of bed or a chair, bathing, eating, toileting, or dressing on your own — you're either injured (temporary) or facing a permanent change. How do you plan ahead for that financially? You can 1) do nothing, 2) buy insurance, or 3) give money away now while you're healthy, and rely on Medicaid later on. If you pick 3, work with a long-term care attorney to find a balance of what you need to care for yourself vs. what you're able to live without. Jim addresses all three choices.
Medicare Advantage Options, with Jim Koewler
Elder Law and special needs attorney Jim Koewler talks about options if a senior doesn't have enough income to afford Medicare supplemental insurance. If you want to have more than bare Medicare, look for a Medicare Advantage program that does the most for you. Specifically ask for plans that are generous on rehab, because rehab is expensive. Good rehab means a better life after rehab is done. Companies that give you money back, or charge less, means they have less money to cover you with.
12 Days with Nesby Glasgow’s Children, part 4
This hour, Suzanne Newman talks with the late Seahawks Legend Nesby Glasgow's adult children Brandon, Nesby, and Nicole. Learn more about the Nesby Glasgow...
12 Days with Nesby Glasgow’s Children, part 3
This hour, Suzanne Newman talks with the late Seahawks Legend Nesby Glasgow's adult children Brandon, Nesby, and Nicole. Learn more about the Nesby Glasgow...
12 Days with Nesby Glasgow’s Children, part 2
This hour, Suzanne Newman talks with the late Seahawks Legend Nesby Glasgow's adult children Brandon, Nesby, and Nicole. Learn more about the Nesby Glasgow...
12 Days with Nesby Glasgow’s Children, part 1
This hour, Suzanne Newman talks with the late Seahawks Legend Nesby Glasgow's adult children Brandon, Nesby, and Nicole. Learn more about the Nesby Glasgow...
Twelve Days of Goodness 2021, part 4
Suzanne Newman joins Yolanda Morgan, President of the Sea Hawkers, the official booster club of the Seattle Seahawks, to talk about this year's events...
Twelve Days of Goodness 2021, part 3
Suzanne Newman joins Yolanda Morgan, President of the Sea Hawkers, the official booster club of the Seattle Seahawks, to talk about this year's events...
Twelve Days of Goodness 2021, part 2
Suzanne Newman joins Yolanda Morgan, President of the Sea Hawkers, the official booster club of the Seattle Seahawks, to talk about this year's events...
Twelve Days of Goodness 2021, part 1
Suzanne Newman joins Yolanda Morgan, President of the Sea Hawkers, the official booster club of the Seattle Seahawks, to talk about this year's events...
New Athira Pharma Drug Trial for Parkinson’s, with Dr. Arif Khan
Dr. Arif Khan at the Northwest Clinical Research Center talks about Parkinson’s disease and an exciting clinical study by Athira Pharma for the treatment of Parkinson's Disease Dementia (PDD) and Dementia with Lewy Bodies. The medicine is designed to boost a repair and regenerative pathway for brain cells, promoting brain health and function. It's a new approach, potentially targeting the root cause of memory decline by repairing brain cells and rebuilding brain networks.
Questions For Moving Into Senior Living, with Heinz Gehner and Eric Wollan
This conversation with Heinz Gehner and Eric Wollan of MorningStar Senior Living has focused on retirement living.
In this segment, Suzanne Newman asks Heinz and...
How to Move Into Senior Living, with Heinz Gehner and Eric Wollan
This conversation with Heinz Gehner and Eric Wollan of MorningStar Senior Living has focused on retirement living, and the questions to ask to find...
When It’s Time for a Change, with Heinz Gehner and Eric Wollan
We've talked about types of senior living and independent living. At some point, there comes a time to intervene, when a senior loved one's...
Independent Living, with Heinz Gehner and Eric Wollan
This segment focuses on the issue of seniors who are living comfortably, but are feeling like the upkeep of the house is too much,...
Types of Senior Living, with Heinz Gehner and Eric Wollan
Heinz Gehner and Eric Wollan of MorningStar Senior Living provide an overview of the various types of senior living.
Gehner is Executive Director, and...
Bee Organized, part 4
On this Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Suzanne is joined by Suzanne Allbee and Kristen Christian at Bee Organized Seattle about the benefits, simplicity and peace...
Bee Organized, part 3
On this Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Suzanne is joined by Suzanne Allbee and Kristen Christian at Bee Organized Seattle about the benefits, simplicity and peace...
Bee Organized, part 2
On this Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Suzanne is joined by Suzanne Allbee and Kristen Christian at Bee Organized Seattle about the benefits, simplicity and peace...
Bee Organized, part 1
On this Thanksgiving holiday weekend, Suzanne is joined by Suzanne Allbee and Kristen Christian to talk about how to prevent chaos from building up...
How to Set Up a Successful Retirement Plan, with Phillip George
Suzanne speaks with Phillip George, an elder law and estate planning attorney from Safe Harbor Legal Solutions at 360-746-7169. This segment focuses on what...
Why Do Estate Plans Fail? with Phillip George
Suzanne speaks with Phillip George, an elder law and estate planning attorney from Safe Harbor Legal Solutions at 360-746-7169. This segment addresses things you...
Retirement planning, part 2 with Phillip George
Suzanne speaks with Phillip George, an elder law and estate planning attorney from Safe Harbor Legal Solutions at 360-746-7169. This segment focuses on setting...
Retirement planning, part 1 with Phillip George
Suzanne speaks with Phillip George, an elder law and estate planning attorney from Safe Harbor Legal Solutions at 360-746-7169. As we get close to...
Home Health and Cognitive Impairment, with Shawn Weiss
Tons of medical studies show that daily activity improves the strength and balance of those with cognitive impairments, even though they might not remember you were there, improvements in appetite, digestion and sleep, and reduced symptoms of sundowners syndrome. Home Health can help focus on what they can do daily, improving quality of life.
Qualifying for Home Health, with Shawn Weiss
In this segment, Dr. Shawn Weiss talks about Home Health eligibility. As long as you're under a physician's care, Medicare pays for these services. How does someone become eligible? Medicare lifted the home-bound status requirement to be eligible for home health services.
What is Home Health? with Shawn Weiss
In this segment, Dr. Shawn Weiss discusses the skilled side of home health. Since the pandemic, home health has moved to the forefront. Home health providers are licensed and Medicare-certified who come into your home and provide medical skilled services in cooperation with your physician.
Fall Prevention, part 2 with Shawn Weiss
With winter coming, prepare now to avoid falls in your home or your parents' home. Dr. Shawn Weiss advises checking the outside of the house for safety at entryways, lighting, clearing pathways to avoid tripping hazards. Winter safety also includes shoes and shovels stored nearby. If there are issues getting in and out of the house, add or check the sturdiness of handrails.
Fall Prevention, part 1 with Shawn Weiss
This segment with Dr. Shawn Weiss focuses on how to prevent falls. Fall prevention can be broken down into intrinsic and extrinsic factors. Extrinsic, or environmental, factors involve furniture placement, bed height, seat heights, lighting, rugs, power cords, general clutter in pathways, and so forth. Also, the potential tripping hazards of footwear and clothing. Do you notice whether you or your loved ones have started holding furniture for support while walking?
Medicaid, part 3 with Jim Koewler
In this hour, Elder Law and special needs attorney Jim Koewler talks about Medicaid, specifically in the long-term-care process as we're aging. This segment focuses on more of the criteria that would allow someone to participate in Medicaid, in particular the ideas of resources and spend-down.
Medicaid, part 2 with Jim Koewler
In this hour, Elder Law and special needs attorney Jim Koewler talks about Medicaid, specifically in the long-term-care process as we're aging. This segment focuses on more of the criteria that would allow someone to participate in Medicaid, in particular the ideas of resources and spend-down.
Medicaid, part 1 with Jim Koewler
In this hour, Elder Law and long-term-care planning attorney Jim Koewler talks about Medicaid, specifically in the long-term-care process as we're aging. Medicaid is the single biggest payer toward long-term care in the United States. Medicaid for long-term care is different than Medicaid under Obama-care, different than Medicaid for people with disabilities. In this segment, Jim talks about what it is, as well as some of the criteria that would allow someone to participate in Medicaid, covering some of the differences in different states.
Medicare Answers, part 4 with Jim Koewler
In this hour, Elder Law and special needs attorney Jim Koewler answers questions about the daunting world of Medicare. This segment focuses on Part D, the prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Answers, part 3 with Jim Koewler
In this hour, Elder Law and special needs attorney Jim Koewler answers questions about the daunting world of Medicare. Medicare pays 80% of covered costs, and this segment focuses on how you choose to pay for the remaining 20%, clarifying the differences between Medicare Advantage and the supplement program.
Medicare Answers, part 2 with Jim Koewler
In this hour, Elder Law and special needs attorney Jim Koewler answers questions about the daunting world of Medicare. This segment focuses on the differences between the various parts - A, B, C, and D, the big four parts of Medicare. Part A is free if you paid into it while working, and covers 80% of hospitalization costs with a 0 premium. Part B covers non-admission-related hospital costs such as visits by doctors and specialists, paid for with a deduction from social security payments. Part C are advantage plans, which if you elect one would replace your Part A and B options and includes Part D features, covering a lot but not necessarily covering it well. Part D is prescription drug coverage.
Medicare Answers, part 1 with Jim Koewler
In this hour, Elder Law and special needs attorney Jim Koewler answers questions about the daunting world of Medicare. This segment provides an overview of Medicare, the Federally-funded health insurance for people 65 or over. If you're approaching your 65th birthday, start thinking about this: you can sign up three months prior to and up to three months after your birthday. Don't miss that magic window, at it results in getting an annual late-fee penalty, and you might not be able to get the health insurance that you want to go with your Medicare. Medicare covers 80% of covered health costs; vision and dental aren't covered unless they're considered medical treatments.
Communicating with those with Alzheimer’s, Part 4 with Faith Marshall
This hour with Dementia expert Faith Marshall of Awakenings Hypnosis & Coaching deals with how to communicate with loved ones facing Alzheimer's and dementia....
Communicating with those with Alzheimer’s, Part 3 with Faith Marshall
This hour with Dementia expert Faith Marshall of Awakenings Hypnosis & Coaching deals with how to communicate with loved ones facing Alzheimer's and dementia....
Communicating with those with Alzheimer’s, Part 2 with Faith Marshall
This hour with Dementia expert Faith Marshall of Awakenings Hypnosis & Coaching deals with how to communicate with loved ones facing Alzheimer's and dementia....
Communicating with those with Alzheimer’s, Part 1 with Faith Marshall
Families have noticed an escalation of Alzheimer's and dementia symptoms after having been separated from senior loved ones for so long during the pandemic....
Family Caregiving, Part 4: Financial Concerns with Daphne Davis
What is the job description of a family caregiver? In this segment, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements focuses on changes in financial management...
Family Caregiving, Part 3: Legal Concerns with Daphne Davis
What is the job description of a family caregiver? In this segment, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements focuses on the legal side of...
Family Caregiving, Part 2: Healthcare Concerns with Daphne Davis
What is the job description of a family caregiver? Often a caregiver is overwhelmed by medical terminology. In this segment, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle...
Family Caregiving, Part 1: An Overview with Daphne Davis
With the arrival of fall, it’s businer at Pinnacle Senior Placements. People recharge their batteries during the summer, as we get back to the...
You Are Not Alone, Part 4 with Daphne Davis
How often have you felt alone in this process of caring for a senior loved one? In this hour, Daphne discusses how you're truly...
You Are Not Alone, Part 3 with Daphne Davis
How often have you felt alone in this process of caring for a senior loved one? In this hour, Daphne discusses how you're truly...
You Are Not Alone, Part 2 with Daphne Davis
How often have you felt alone in this process of caring for a senior loved one? In this hour, Daphne discusses how you're truly...
You Are Not Alone, Part 1 with Daphne Davis
How often have you felt alone in this process of caring for a senior loved one? In this hour, Daphne discusses how you're truly...
How to be Yourself in Photos, Part 4
In this hour, professional photographer Dana Chrysler from Bella Vita Creative talks about the importance of seniors being "present" in photos — how to...
How to be Yourself in Photos, Part 3
In this hour, professional photographer Dana Chrysler from Bella Vita Creative talks about the importance of seniors being "present" in photos — how to...
How to be Yourself in Photos, Part 2
In this hour, professional photographer Dana Chrysler from Bella Vita Creative talks about the importance of seniors being "present" in photos — how to...
How to be Yourself in Photos, Part 1
In this hour, professional photographer Dana Chrysler from Bella Vita Creative talks about the importance of seniors being "present" in photos — how to...
Caregiver Burnout with Shawn Weiss
Shawn Weiss talks about why we're seeing an increase in caregiver burnout, what the symptoms are, and how we can prevent it. Shawn has been the owner of a Home Health Care agency for 18 years and a physical therapist for 23 years.
Fall Prevention with Shawn Weiss
Shawn Weiss talks about fall prevention during the pandemic. Shawn is a member of the Ohio Falls Coalition and Ohio Injury Prevention Partnership, has been a physical therapist for 23 years, and is published in Fall Prevention for Residents with Cognitive Deficits residing in Assisted Living Facilities. She talks about why there has been a rising number of falls and fall-related injuries in the aging population during the Covid 19 pandemic, how we can help senior loved ones whose health may have declined during the pandemic, and provides some community resources to seek out.
COVID-19 Update with Shawn Weiss
Shawn Weiss is an expert in the areas of geriatrics, fall prevention, cognitive decline, the benefits and regulations of medicare home health, dementia management, and medicare reimbursement and documentation compliance. In this segment, Shawn updates us on seniors during the pandemic.
Senior Summer Safety with Shawn Weiss
Shawn Weiss is an expert in the areas of geriatrics, fall prevention, cognitive decline, healthy living, home health, and caregiver training. In this segment, Shawn talks about why summer safety is so important for our senior loved ones, why older adults are more susceptible to heat-related illnesses, and provides some ways our seniors can stay safe and healthy during the summer months.
Caregiver Stress Relief Through Hypnosis, Part 4 with Faith Marshall
This hour focuses on reducing family caregiver stress through hypnosis. In this segment, Alzheimer's and dementia expert Faith Marshall of Awakenings Hypnosis & Coaching...
Caregiver Stress Relief Through Hypnosis, Part 3 with Faith Marshall
This hour focuses on reducing family caregiver stress through hypnosis. As you're taking care of a senior loved one, hypnosis can help you regain...
Caregiver Stress Relief Through Hypnosis, Part 2 with Faith Marshall
This hour focuses on reducing family caregiver stress through hypnosis. A lot of caregivers put themselves last, with lots of negative self-talk, feeling like...
Caregiver Stress Relief Through Hypnosis, Part 1 with Faith Marshall
Alzheimer's and dementia expert Faith Marshall of Awakenings Hypnosis & Coaching talks about the benefits of hypnosis as an aid for families and family...
Staying Connected After the Move, with Daphne Davis
Now that our parents have moved, how do we relax together and how do we stay connected? Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements explains...
Staying Connected Before the Move, with Daphne Davis
Before our parents have moved, the family still needs to come together to make decisions regarding the move. Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements...
Healing: Sibling to Sibling with Daphne Davis
This hour is about healing discourse in families. In this segment, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements focuses on the healing of siblings. A...
Healing Overview with Daphne Davis
As families come together again, there's a lot of new strife, anxiety, mistrust of information, and trouble coping with change. Daphne Davis at Pinnacle...
Traveling with Seniors, Part 4 with Kelley Smith
In this vacation hour, Kelley talks about how to travel with your senior loved one to get them experiencing life once again. There's still a lot of pandemic fear and lots of questions about bringing joy during a family trip. In this segment, Kelley talks about sporting events and other excursions, staycations that families can do with their senior loved ones locally.
Traveling with Seniors, Part 3 with Kelley Smith
In this vacation hour, Kelley talks about how to travel with your senior loved one to get them experiencing life once again. There's still a lot of pandemic fear and lots of questions about bringing joy during a family trip. In this segment, Kelley talks about senior bucket lists, and finding ways to help senior loved ones visit places they'd like to see but never had the opportunity.
Traveling with Seniors, Part 2 with Kelley Smith
There's still a lot of pandemic fear and lots of questions about bringing joy during a family trip. In this segment, Kelley talks about preparing for a trip. Bring a fact sheet listing their doctor, primary care physician, everyone that might need to be contacted in case of an emergency. Make sure you have a care plan, all the medications. Does the destination have everything in place should there be an emergency? Consider the conditions that might cause trouble if they have hearing, eyesight or mobility issues, because you don't want to get there and have it be an unsafe, unpleasant time for all of you.
Traveling with Seniors, Part 1 with Kelley Smith
In this vacation hour, Kelley talks about how to travel with your senior loved one to get them experiencing life once again. There's still a lot of pandemic fear and lots of questions about bringing joy during a family trip. This segment provides an overview of concerns and considerations.
Best Part of What SilverBills Does, with Marci Lobel-Esrig
This hour, Marci Lobel-Esrig introduces SilverBills, a Nationwide Concierge Bill Manager. Marci is its founder, CEO and General Counsel. In this segment, Marci talks...
What Does SilverBills Do, Part 2 with Marci Lobel-Esrig
This hour, Marci Lobel-Esrig introduces SilverBills, a Nationwide Concierge Bill Manager. Marci is its founder, CEO and General Counsel. SilverBills helps families manage finances,...
What Does SilverBills Do, Part 1 with Marci Lobel-Esrig
This hour, Marci Lobel-Esrig introduces SilverBills, a Nationwide Concierge Bill Manager.Marci is its founder, CEO and General Counsel. SilverBills helps families manage finances, pay...
SilverBills: Money Management with Marci Lobel-Esrig
This hour, Marci Lobel-Esrig introduces SilverBills, a Nationwide Concierge Bill Manager. Marci is its founder, CEO and General Counsel. One of the most challenging...
Putting a Plan Together, Part 4 with Faith Marshall
Family dynamics: how to be the most supportive and work well in the care of a senior loved one with Alzheimer's. It's more complex...
Whose Really on First, Part 3 with Faith Marshall
Family dynamics: how to be the most supportive and work well in the care of a senior loved one with Alzheimer's. It's more complex...
First Steps to Treating Team Family, Part 2 with Faith Marshall
Family dynamics: how to be the most supportive and work well in the care of a senior loved one with Alzheimer's. It's more complex...
Impact of Alzheimer’s Diagnosis on Family, Part 1 with Faith Marshall
This hour focuses on family dynamics, and how to be the most supportive and work well in the care of a senior loved one....
Happy Fourth of July with Suzanne
Suzanne talks about Washington State opening up after the pandemic, and how Answers for Elders is growing. (Image © Can Stock Photo / jitcanstock)
Embracing Summer, part 4 with Daphne Davis
In this hour, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about how to reduce stress, embrace summer and get back out into the world,...
Embracing Summer, part 3 with Daphne Davis
In this hour, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about how to embrace summer after our seniors have been isolated for 15 months....
Embracing Summer, part 2 with Daphne Davis
In this hour, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about how to reduce stress, embrace summer and get back out into the world,...
National Placement and Referral Alliance, and Embracing Summer with Daphne Davis
In this hour, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about how to reduce stress, embrace summer and come out of the shadows of...
Embracing Summer, part 1 with Daphne Davis
In this hour, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about how to reduce stress, embrace summer and come out of the shadows of...
CarePartners Outreach, with Kelley Smith
As we talk about transitioning our senior loved ones out of the pandemic this Father's Day weekend, Kelley talks about CarePartners Senior Living's various community outreach programs.
The Assessment Process, with Kelley Smith
As we talk about transitioning out of the pandemic on Father's Day weekend, Kelley talks about if you've had a loved one stuck at home these past 450 days, how do you help bring them back into the world, as well as how to assess whether they might need additional care.
Expectations of a Senior, with Kelley Smith
As we talk about transitioning out of the pandemic and how it affected seniors on Father's Day weekend, Kelley talks about how to assess if their senior loved ones are depressed or if their health has changed, and what their expectations are when the subject of senior living is approached.
Community Status, with Kelley Smith
In the first of four segments, Kelley Smith talks about how COVID has affected seniors and updates us on various CarePartners Senior Living openings and remodels at various senior living communities. For 450 days we've all dealt with the pandemic, but what about our loved ones? Seniors are watching their restaurants go out of town, changes to the Seattle atmosphere, their friends may have died of COVID, they don't get to see their family members, with COVID restricting socialization.
Advanced Directives, with Jim Koewler
Elder Law Attorney Jim Koewler talks about advanced directives, crucial for family caregivers.
Choosing a Long-Term Care Attorney, with Jim Koewler
Elder Law Attorney Jim Koewler talks about how to select a long-term care attorney.
Elder Law with Jim Koewler
Elder Law Attorney Jim Koewler talks about the dynamics of the legal side of elder care. Your elder care attorney can be your greatest asset. Jim talks about some of the changes that have happened during the pandemic. For instance, It's easier to stay on Medicaid and easier to get on Medicaid, but the general lack of ability to pay for long-term care hasn't changed.
What’s Next for Zinnia TV, with Allyson Schrier
Allyson Schrier, co-founder of Zinnia TV, talks about what's next for the streaming service optimized for people who are living with dementia and Alzheimer's:...
Why Zinnia TV? with Allyson Schrier
Allyson Schrier, co-founder of Zinnia TV, talks about the reasons why she developed a streaming service optimized for people who are living with dementia...
Cognitive Decline, with Allyson Schrier
Allyson Schrier, co-founder of Zinnia TV, talks about what happens exactly to the cognitive decline that comes with dementia and Alzheimer's. These diseases and...
Overview of Zinnia TV, with Allyson Schrier
Zinnia TV is an incredible new streaming service with programming optimized for people living with dementia. Allyson Schrier, co-founder of Zinnia TV, talks about...
The Body-Mind Connection, with Tracy Cromwell
Senior fitness specialist Tracy Cromwell is a certified behavioral and nutrition coach and personal trainer. In this segment, Tracy talks about mind-body awareness. What...
How To Make Your Body Your Teammate, with Tracy Cromwell
Senior fitness specialist Tracy Cromwell is a certified behavioral and nutrition coach and personal trainer. In this segment, Tracy explains how your body is...
How Our Bodies Age, with Tracy Cromwell
Senior fitness specialist Tracy Cromwell is a certified behavioral and nutrition coach and personal trainer. In this segment, Tracy talks about how our bodies...
Body Image, with Tracy Cromwell
Senior fitness specialist Tracy Cromwell is a certified behavioral and nutrition coach, and personal trainer. In this segment, Tract talks about our evolving health...
Faith Marshall’s Journey with Alzheimer’s
Faith Marshall of Awakenings Hypnosis & Coaching shares her experiences with her mom that inspired her to write her book "I Miss You Mom,...
Honoring While Grieving, with Faith Marshall
Faith Marshall of Awakenings Hypnosis & Coaching talks about how to honor, celebrate and navigate the grief that arises when a loved one passes...
Navigating the New Normal, with Faith Marshall
During this new normal, we've become more sensitive to personal space. Faith Marshall of Awakenings Hypnosis & Coaching talks about the hope that we...
Will Mom Remember Me? with Faith Marshall
Families are seeing new developments with senior loved ones in senior care after having been apart from them. Faith Marshall of Awakenings Hypnosis &...
Preparing for Transitions Part 4: Shifting Responsibilities, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about helping families every day to go through the transitions process. How do you prepare yourself as...
Preparing for Transitions Part 3: Downsizing, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about the logistics of a move from a house to a senior living situation, as well as...
Preparing for Transitions Part 2: Have Help, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about how to prepare for transition time, the early stages. Moves don't often happen right away, but...
Preparing for Transitions Part 1: Be Proactive, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about new transitions as things are opening up from the pandemic. A lot of families are thinking...
Faith Marshall’s Journey with Her Mom and Dementia
Faith Marshall of Awakenings Hypnosis & Coaching shares her story. She journaled her ten years of caregiving during her mother's journey with Alzheimer's and...
Sharing Grief With Your Senior Loved One, with Faith Marshall
Faith Marshall of Awakenings Hypnosis & Coaching talks about coping with grief. Many people have lost someone to COVID or know of someone who...
Reconnecting in the New Normal, with Faith Marshall
Faith Marshall of Awakenings Hypnosis & Coaching talks about communicating and reconnecting with senior loved ones during the pandemic, as we've been programmed to...
Meeting Loved Ones Where They Are, with Faith Marshall
Faith Marshall of Awakenings Hypnosis & Coaching is a published author and expert on Alzheimer’s and dementia with a new approach. In this segment,...
Role Reversal, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about how everyone needs the confidence to speak their mind from a place of kindness, but as...
Out of State Questions, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements discusses what is involved when you face decisions regarding care for your senior loved ones when they live...
Living in the COVID Reality, Part 2, with Daphne Davis
In this two-part show, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements discusses how to move forward with our senior loved ones during the COVID-19 reality....
Living in the COVID Reality, Part 1, with Daphne Davis
In this two-part show, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements discusses how to navigate senior care options with the reality of the pandemic as...
Financial Planning, with Jill Martinez
Jill Martinez, director of community relations for CarePartners Living, discusses financial planning.
Alzheimer’s Disease and CarePartners Cottages, with Jill Martinez
Jill Martinez, director of community relations for CarePartners Living, discusses Alzheimer's disease and CarePartners cottages.
Fall Prevention and Health, with Jill Martinez
Jill Martinez, director of community relations for CarePartners Living, discusses fall prevention and health.
North End senior communities with Jill Martinez
Jill Martinez, director of community relations for CarePartners Living, discusses their Seattle-area North End communities.
Alzheimer’s Disease, with Dr. Arif Kahn
Suzanne speaks with Dr. Arif Kahn, Adjunct Professor of Clinical Medicine at the Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences. Dr. Khan has been conducting clinical trials in the greater Seattle area since 1984 and founded the NorthWest Clinical Research Center in 1995. He has been the Principal Investigator in over 600 clinical trials and has published more than 175 scientific papers in leading medical journals. He is also a Board Certified Psychiatrist and an Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry at Duke University School of Medicine.
Supporting Caregivers, Part 3, with Daphne Davis
In this three-part show, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements provides some tools and tips of the trade for family caregivers. One thing that's...
Supporting Caregivers, Part 2, with Daphne Davis
In this three-part show, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements provides some tools and tips of the trade for family caregivers. One thing that's...
Supporting Caregivers, Part 1, with Daphne Davis
In this three-part show, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements provides some tools and tips of the trade for family caregivers. One thing that's...
Clinical Trials, with Dr. David Greeley
In this segment, Dr. David Greeley, MD, FAAN, founder of Northwest Neurological, focuses on the details of clinical trials and what they mean for you and your family. Northwest Neurological in Spokane, Washington provides medical services to patients with neurological concerns — especially movement disorders (Parkinson's disease, tremor, etc.) and dementia (such as Alzheimer's disease and Dementia with Lewy Bodies).
Alzheimer’s, Part 3 with Kelley Smith, Amanda Kirilenko and Holly Carr
CarePartners Senior Living's Kelley Smith joins community relations directors Amanda Kirilenko (Vineyard Park Puyallup, Cottages at Edgewood) and Holly Carr (Cottages Lacey, Cottages University Place) for a three-part conversation about Alzheimer's. This segment focuses on the staff and their qualifications, and the activities that can help improve the quality of life for those impacted by Alzheimer's.
Alzheimer’s, Part 2 with Kelley Smith, Amanda Kirilenko and Holly Carr
CarePartners Senior Living's Kelley Smith joins community relations directors Amanda Kirilenko (Vineyard Park Puyallup, Cottages at Edgewood) and Holly Carr (Cottages Lacey, Cottages University Place) for a three-part conversation about Alzheimer's. This segment focuses on CarePartners' cottages concept.
Alzheimer’s, Part 1 with Kelley Smith, Amanda Kirilenko and Holly Carr
CarePartners Senior Living's Kelley Smith joins community relations directors Amanda Kirilenko (Vineyard Park Puyallup, Cottages at Edgewood) and Holly Carr (Cottages Lacey, Cottages University Place) for a three-part conversation about Alzheimer's. This segment is an overview of the different types of dementia.
Alzheimer’s Disease, with Dr. Charles Bernick
Suzanne speaks with Dr. Charles Bernick, MD, MPH, a clinical professor at the University of Washington Department of Neurology who has researched Alzheimer's Disease and treatments for 25 years. He is Director of Clinical Trials for the Memory & Brain Wellness Clinic and a co-investigator at the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center.
Maude’s Awards with Marilyn Raichle
Marilyn Raichle, Executive Director of the Maude’s Awards, talks about innovations and breakthroughs in the field of Alzheimer's Disease and her vision for the...
Maude’s Awards 2020 Awardee Allyson Schrier
Allyson Schrier of Thriving with Dementia talks about the background becoming a 2020 Maude’s Awards Awardee. She works at Project ECHO Dementia, a program...
Maude’s Awards Part 2, with Allyson Schrier
Executive Director Marilyn Raichle joins us for part 2 of a conversation with 2020 Maude's Awards Awardee Allyson Schrier of Thriving with Dementia.
Maude’s Awards Part 1, with Allyson Schrier
Executive Director Marilyn Raichle joins us with 2020 Maude's Awards Awardee Allyson Schrier of Thriving with Dementia.
End of Life Care, Part 4, with Daphne Davis
In this four-part show, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about end of life care. In this segment, Daphne addresses first steps to...
End of Life Care, Part 3, with Daphne Davis
In this four-part show, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about end of life care. In this segment, Daphne addresses first steps to...
End of Life Care, Part 2, with Daphne Davis
In this four-part show, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about end of life care. In this segment, Daphne addresses first steps to...
End of Life Care, Part 1, with Daphne Davis
In this four-part show, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about end of life care. In this segment, Daphne tells her story.
Vineyard Park in Puyallup with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living talks about their communities in Pierce County, Washington, specifically Vineyard Park in Puyallup.
Pierce County Communities with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living talks about their communities in Pierce County, Washington.
February COVID-19 update with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living provides a COVID-19 update.
Wanted: Mild to Moderate Alzheimer’s Patients for Clinical Trials!
If you have a loved one or friend who has Alzheimer’s disease you may be interested in a brand-new cutting edge clinical study being conducted by Athira Pharma. Athira is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapies to restore neuronal health and stop neurodegeneration. The company’s goal is to alter the course of neurological diseases and dementias, such as Alzheimer’s, so that patients can regain their memories, lives and family relationships.
Family Member’s Home or an Adult Home? Part 4, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements explores the question of whether we should move mom or dad into our home, a very common question...
Family Member’s Home or an Adult Home? Part 3, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements explores the question of whether we should move mom or dad into our home, a very common question...
Family Member’s Home or an Adult Home? Part 2, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements explores the question of whether we should move mom or dad into our home, a very common question...
Family Member’s Home or an Adult Home? Part 1, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements provides an overview of family transitions today, how to best take care of senior loved ones. What does...
Care Partners’ Process Part 2, with Kelley Smith
In the second part of this conversation, Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living defines the various types of assisted living services and the CarePartners process.
Care Partners’ Process Part 1, with Kelley Smith
In this two-part conversation, Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living defines the various types of assisted living services and the CarePartners process.
COVID Protocols & Safety, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living talks about how the vaccine is impacting protocols and safety. Those in home care agencies are doing a great job of keeping their seniors as engaged as possible, but they don't have the same restrictions as those in assisted living facilities.
COVID Progress Report, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith updates us on the status of COVID vaccinations at CarePartners Senior Living. In our industry, most of us are so excited to get it because of the hope behind it. We do this from the heart and love the people we care for. This vaccine has renewed passions to be able to take care of our senior loved ones.
Seniors Better Together, Part 4, with DeAnne Clune
In the first Answers for Elders radio show of 2021, managing director DeAnne Clune talks about Seniors Better Together, which teams up with senior...
Seniors Better Together, Part 3, with DeAnne Clune
In the first Answers for Elders radio show of 2021, managing director DeAnne Clune talks about Seniors Better Together, which teams up with senior...
Seniors Better Together, Part 2, with DeAnne Clune
In the first Answers for Elders radio show of 2021, managing director DeAnne Clune talks about Seniors Better Together, which teams up with senior...
Seniors Better Together, Part 1, with DeAnne Clune
In the first Answers for Elders radio show of 2021, managing director DeAnne Clune talks about Seniors Better Together, which teams up with senior...
Looking Forward to 2021, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about looking forward to 2021 and bridging towards a new chapter in this new normal.
How to Connect with Seniors in 2021, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about about connecting with seniors during COVID.
Adult Family Homes, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about adult family homes.
Holidays during COVID, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about using Zoom and other creative ways to reach out to our family members during the pandemic.
Cottages, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith from CarePartners Senior Living talks about cottages at CarePartners Senior Living.
Assisted Living at Vineyard Park, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith from CarePartners Senior Living talks about assisted living facilities at Vineyard Park.
Signs, with Kelley Smith
elley Smith from CarePartners Senior Living talks about how a family will know when the time is right to consider moving a senior loved one into an assisted living situation.
Holidays and Safety, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith from CarePartners Senior Living talks about how to maintain safety during the holiday season for our senior loved ones who live independently.
Laws and Rules to Follow, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith from CarePartners Senior Living talks about the changes and adaptations healthcare professionals make in response to COVID government mandates. From changes in clothing to disinfecting surfaces, we must now be constantly mindful of caring for the environment of our senior loved ones.
Media Stories, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith from CarePartners Senior Living talks about inaccurate portrayals of healthcare workers in the media. A recent story in the press misrepresented CarePartners, relating only one side of the story and failing to provide context.
Pinnacle’s Role, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about what you're grateful for over the holidays. And if you have senior loved ones, how you...
Practical Gratitude, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about practical gratitude for the holidays.
Giving Thanks, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about giving thanks over the holidays.
Vetting and Final Thanks, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about various ways we can be grateful. There are lot of good people with good hearts helping...
Maude’s Awards with Marilyn Raichle, Part 4
Executive Director Marilyn Raichle joins us to talk about the Maude's Awards for Innovations in Alzheimer's Care.
Maude’s Awards with Marilyn Raichle, Part 3
Executive Director Marilyn Raichle joins us to talk about the Maude's Awards for Innovations in Alzheimer's Care.
Maude’s Awards with Marilyn Raichle, Part 2
Executive Director Marilyn Raichle joins us to talk about the Maude's Awards for Innovations in Alzheimer's Care.
Maude’s Awards with Marilyn Raichle, Part 1
Executive Director Marilyn Raichle joins us to talk about the Maude's Awards for Innovations in Alzheimer's Care.
Why SASH, with Rebecca Bomann
Rebecca Bomann talks about the benefits of using SASH Realty, (Sell A Senior's Home), serving the entire Puget Sound region of the Pacific Northwest.
Market and Strategies with SASH, with Rebecca Bomann
Rebecca Bomann talks about the market and strategies with SASH Realty, serving the entire Puget Sound region of the Pacific Northwest.
What’s the Process with SASH, with Rebecca Bomann
Rebecca Bomann talks about the process of using SASH Realty, serving the entire Puget Sound region of the Pacific Northwest.
Introduction to SASH with Rebecca Bomann
Rebecca Bomann introduces the services of SASH Realty serving the entire Puget Sound region of the Pacific Northwest.
Preparing for Senior Care, Part 4: There Are Solutions, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about preventing injuries with seniors, and helping you senior loved one's future in their everyday life. How...
Preparing for Senior Care, Part 3: If Current Care Is Not Going Well,...
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about preventing injuries with seniors, and helping you senior loved one's future in their everyday life. How...
Preparing for Senior Care, Part 2: What To Look For, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about preventing injuries with seniors, and helping you senior loved one's future in their everyday life. How...
Preparing for Senior Care, Part 1, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about preventing injuries with seniors, and helping you senior loved one's future in their everyday life. How...
Mama Blue Special with Norb Caoili, Part 2
The second of two Mama Blue special segments with Norb Caoili.
Mama Blue Special with Norb Caoili, Part 1
The first of two Mama Blue special segments with Norb Caoili.
Mama Blue Special with Steve Raible, Part 2
The second of two Mama Blue special segments with Steve Raible.
Mama Blue Special with Steve Raible, Part 1
The first of two Mama Blue special segments with Steve Raible.
Success Stories with Senior Changes During COVID, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about finding a solution for every senior loved one's challenges. As we work through the process, she...
Connecting with Care Providers During COVID, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about overcoming challenges of communicating with the doctor, nursing staff, social workers, physical therapists at a hospital,...
Socializing and Interacting During COVID, with Daphne Davis
Adaptive living poses further challenges for seniors at home during COVID. Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about ways we can all take...
Connecting With Senior Loved Ones During COVID, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about adjustments and improvements that have been made for allowing personal access to senior loved ones who...
Care Scout, with Larry Nisenson
Larry Nisenson, SVP and Chief Commercial Officer at Genworth Financial, joins Suzanne for this show to discuss Genworth's trailblazing help for family caregivers. Nobody...
Getting the Info Out, with Larry Nisenson
Larry Nisenson, SVP and Chief Commercial Officer at Genworth Financial, joins Suzanne for this show to discuss Genworth's trailblazing help for family caregivers. Nobody...
Caregiver Career Crisis, with Larry Nisenson
Larry Nisenson, SVP and Chief Commercial Officer at Genworth Financial, joins Suzanne for this show to discuss Genworth's trailblazing help for family caregivers. Nobody...
Introduction to Genworth, with Larry Nisenson
Larry Nisenson, SVP and Chief Commercial Officer at Genworth Financial, joins Suzanne for this show to discuss Genworth's trailblazing help for family caregivers. Nobody...
Improving Your Perspective During COVID, with Daphne Davis
Some are struggling with living with so many restrictions imposed on us. Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements suggests improving your mindset by plying...
Senior Living Virtual Tours During COVID, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about how family members can learn what's available for senior housing, what facilities are available when COVID...
Making Changes to Senior Care During COVID, with Daphne Davis
With the added complications of a senior loved one needing care during COVID-19, families are wondering if making changes will add to the risk...
Caregiving During COVID, with Daphne Davis
In July, 2020, we're still sheltering in place, especially those of us 65 and older. Going into our fifth month of the pandemic, Daphne...
Senior Communities COVID-19 Update with Daphne Davis
With seniors having been in pandemic lockdown at senior communities for more than 120 days, this has been a difficult time for families. Daphne...
Finding Hope During COVID-19 in June 2020, Part 4 with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements provides a snapshot of the status of senior care regarding COVID-19. Adult family homes provide a lot of...
Finding Hope During COVID-19 in June 2020, Part 3 with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements provides a snapshot of the status of senior care regarding COVID-19. We all crave other connections now, but...
Finding Hope During COVID-19 in June 2020, Part 2 with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements provides a snapshot of the status of senior care regarding COVID-19. With senior communities on lockdown, families can...
Finding Hope During COVID-19 in June 2020, Part 1 with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements provides a snapshot of the status of senior care regarding COVID-19. Now that it's June, seniors have been...
Keeping Senior Care Staff and Residents Safe, with Angelia Brigance
Angelia Brigance describes the methods used to keep senior care staff and residents safe during the pandemic, and the various stages of reopening. Allowing...
Effects of Pandemic on Dementia Patients, with Angelia Brigance
COVID-19 has affected dementia patients, with their symptoms being mildly more pronounced from the disruptions to their daily routines, as they're no longer participating...
Operating in the New Normal, Part 4 with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about COVID-19 changes and operating in the “new normal.”
Operating in the New Normal, Part 3 with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about COVID-19 changes and operating in the “new normal.”
Operating in the New Normal, Part 2 with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about COVID-19 changes and operating in the “new normal.”
Operating in the New Normal, Part 1 with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about COVID-19 changes and operating in the “new normal.”
More To Be Thankful For, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements gives us more things to be thankful for during COVID crisis.
Action Items While Staying at Home, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements gives us some action items while staying at home COVID crisis.
Things To Be Thankful For, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements helps us think of things to be thankful for during COVID crisis.
Pinnacle During COVID, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements updates us on how Pinnacle can help during the COVID crisis.
COVID-19 and Memory Care, Part 2 with Annie Jacobsen
Tips for working through COVID-19 while Aging in Place are provided by Annie Jacobsen, client care manager at Home Care Assistance in Seattle and...
COVID-19 and Memory Care, Part 1 with Annie Jacobsen
Tips for working through COVID-19 while Aging in Place are provided by Annie Jacobsen, client care manager at Home Care Assistance in Seattle and...
Coronavirus Myths vs Facts with Karrie Austin
Karrie Austin at DispatchHealth dispels myths about COVID-19.
Coronavirus Symptoms with Karrie Austin
Karrie Austin at DispatchHealth talks about the specific symptoms of COVID-19. If a patient reports symptoms of the flu, or suspects they might have...
Coronavirus Prevention with Karrie Austin
Karrie Austin at DispatchHealth explains how to protect ourselves from COVID-19 and alleviate fears.
What is Coronavirus? with Karrie Austin
With the current state of emergency regarding the outbreak of Coronavirus in Washington, Karrie Austin at DispatchHealth dispels common misconceptions about COVID-19.
More About Koelsch Senior Living Communities
Cheryl Guenther and Terri Wilson at Koelsch Senior Living Communities talk more about their organization.
Koelsch Senior Living Communities and the 2020 Discovery Conference
Cheryl Guenther and Terri Wilson talk about Koelsch Senior Living Communities, the presenting sponsor for Discovery 2020 in the Linwood Convention Center on April...
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Living discusses Alzheimer's and Dementia care in Washington state. They provide support groups for family caregivers, a safe place where they can talk about caregiving. We also do family nights and respites, even for early onset seniors. If we do an assessment and they're not a good fit for us, we'll refer them to the right service.
Senior Medication Management, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Living talks about medication management. It's a big deal because as we age we can get forgetful. There are a hundred reasons why we're on certain medications. If you take too much or too little, the medication could either cause damage or be ineffective. Certain medications for seizures, blood pressure, diabetes or pain have to be taken regularly or they don't work.
Health and Wellness in Senior Living, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Living talks about assisted living, which means something different for everybody because it's so customized. Every single resident has an individualized care plan, whether it be medication management or their activity levels have tapered off, all based on the nurse's full assessment.
General Health Concerns for Seniors, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith from CarePartners Senior Living talks about the top concerns family members have for their senior loved ones: nutrition, fall risks, medication concerns, and socialization.
Daphne Davis’s Wellness Formula: Body, Mind, Spirit
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements discusses aspects of physical health and wellness. This segment focuses on integrating these aspects of body, mind and...
Daphne Davis’s Wellness Formula: The Spirit
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements discusses aspects of physical health and wellness: the body, mind and spirit. This segment focuses on our spirit,...
Daphne Davis’s Wellness Formula: The Mind
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements discusses aspects of your physical health and wellness: the body, mind and spirit. This segment focuses on our...
Daphne Davis’s Wellness Formula: The Body
Valentine's Day is about connections, acknowledging those you love and appreciate, as well as taking time for yourself. Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements...
Medicare Advantage and Healthcare Supplemental Policies, with We Speak Medicare
Dan Redler from We Speak Medicare walks us through different types of healthcare plans for seniors.
Healthcare and Medicare Special Programs, with We Speak Medicare
Dan Redler and Dan Leary from We Speak Medicare talk about how healthcare for seniors comes from primary care, specialists, and from the insurance...
Medicare Needs Analysis, with We Speak Medicare
Dan Redler and Dan Leary from We Speak Medicare walk us through what to expect during a consultation and needs analysis when selecting your...
More on Medicare Open Enrollment Periods, with We Speak Medicare
People on Medicare Advantage plans can make changes to it from January 1 to March 31. Dan Redler and Dan Leary from We Speak...
Honoring Senior Loved Ones After the Holidays, with Kelley Smith
During the holiday season, family members tend to visit their senior loved ones around Thanksgiving and Christmas, and then the attention drops off. Kelley Smith describes how CarePartners Living ramps up activities after the holidays to keep the momentum going, so residents don't suffer from loneliness following that surge of holiday attention.
Holiday Visits: Seniors With Dementia, with Daphne Davis
Culture, Connections and Celebrations: how to communicate and establish rapport. Some of our senior loved ones may have some communications challenges or issues due...
DispatchHealth and the 12 Days of Goodness, with Karrie Austin
DispatchHealth is a Gold Sponsor for the 2019 12 Days of Goodness and its mission to raise awareness for senior loved ones that are...
An Overview of DispatchHealth with Karrie Austin
Karrie Austin with DispatchHealth provides an overview of the company and its services. DispatchHealth partners to increase access to healthcare for seniors in their...
Medicare and Veterans Options, with Samantha George
Samantha George from Humana talks about medicare options for veterans. The first two parts are the original medicare: part A is for hospital care,...
Humana and the 12 Days of Goodness, with Samantha George
Answers for Elders is getting ready to kick off the 12 Days of Goodness with Samantha George, Seattle's medicare sales manager for Humana. Humana...
Holiday Visits: Finding Courage, with Daphne Davis
Culture, Connections and Celebrations: how to communicate and establish rapport. For people who haven’t seen their senior loved one in a while, or feel...
CarePartners Living and the 12 Days of Goodness, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Living talks about 2019’s 12 Days of Goodness events. We're all the 12th Man, and CarePartners Living has a lot of fun with it. Residents light up; they're so excited to make these connections and be involved together. It's one of the happiest events we have.
Considerations for Seniors with Dementia Over the Holidays, with Kelley Smith
If your senior loved one is dealing with Alzheimer's or Dementia, we still encourage a visit over the holidays. If Mom is overly sensitive to lights, turn off the blinking of the Christmas tree lights, because that can be overwhelming. Play music more quietly. Kelley Smith at CarePartners Living encourages families to contact a home care service and have someone come over to help with eating and toileting, to help with the things your loved one wouldn't want you to do anyway.
Family Culture and Traditions, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Living talks about senior loved ones continuing to be honored over the holidays once they are in assisted living. People ask questions about whether to take Mom home over the holiday, can she handle the noise, should we hire a caregiver, what if mom feels isolated in the home because she can't keep up? We suggest that you not make assumptions and see what your senior loved one is capable of.
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Primer
From January 1 to March 31 is open enrollment for the Medicare Advantage Program. If you didn't like the selection you made during Medicare...
Medicare Annual Enrollment Primer
Dan Redler and Dan Leary from We Speak Medicare walk us through the changing rules for senior annual enrollment in Medicare, the time for...
Holiday Visits: Quality Time, with Daphne Davis
For our senior loved ones, visits are about quality time. Take time for really listening, hearing stories, inviting the stories, giving them a sense...
Holiday Visits: Keep It Simple, with Daphne Davis
Culture, Connections and Celebrations: how to establish rapport with our senior loved ones as the holidays approach. Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements advises...
Veteran’s Day: Honoring Veterans, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about Veteran's Day, originally Armistice Day, celebrating the official end of World War 1 on November 11,...
An Overview of Services at We Speak Medicare
Dan Redler and Dan Leary from We Speak Medicare help people be proactive about their health and finances when it comes to Medicare coverage....
An Overview of Medicare, with We Speak Medicare
Plans and Medicare rules change yearly. You should have a consultation and needs analysis done each year to make sure your plan meets your...
Fall Prevention at Home and at Foundation House, with Lynn Creasy
Lynn Creasy from Foundation House at Northgate talks about fall prevention. For instance, all of our units have high toilets, plenty of grab bars...
How CBD Can Help You Sleep
Liz Diehl and former NBA Seattle Supersonics center James Donaldson join Suzanne to talk about the benefits of using CBD as a sleep aid. Liz is the founder of Total Wellness Solutions. She is also a certified CBD physiology and health specialist who provides education and a premier product line.
The Impact of Young Onset Alzheimer’s
Kevan Atteberry discusses his fundraising work for the Pacific Northwest Walk to End Alzheimer's. His efforts honor his wife Teri, once an active soccer...
Advantages of Cottages at CarePartners Living, with Kelley Smith
CarePartners Living has a variety of cottage communities catering to those with Alzheimer's and Dementia. Kelley Smith discusses how these cottages create an unconfined, non-medical atmosphere where senior loved ones facing these conditions can get the care they need while still being treated like adults with respect and dignity.
Support for Families Facing Alzheimer’s, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Living discusses Alzheimer's Care during September's Walk to End Alzheimer's, of which CarePartners Living is a major sponsor. The Walk increases awareness for opportunities offered by the Alzheimer's Association, including its support network. Talking about it improves awareness, leading to more research and support.
Dispelling Fears About Family Transitions, with Lynn Creasy
Lynn Creasy from Foundation House at Northgate talks about dispelling fears about family transitions.
Education and Awareness for Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Faith Marshall, author of “I Miss You, Mom: A Daughter’s Journey Into Dementia Land,” works to build communities and awareness.
The Alzheimer’s Journey, Part 4 with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about when the time comes to make changes. Usually it happens at a catastrophic time. Daphne helps...
The Alzheimer’s Journey, Part 3 with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about what to do as a family to support a loved one through this journey. In this...
The Alzheimer’s Journey, Part 2 with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about what to do as a family to support a loved one through this journey. The more...
The Alzheimer’s Journey, Part 1 with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about what to do as a family to support a loved one through this journey. Generally, following...
Alzheimer’s Walk: Scott Houghton, Fieldstone Communities
Scott Houghton is regional director of operations at Fieldstone Communities, a major sponsor of the Alzheimer's Walks in Washington.
Alzheimer’s Walk: Josh Pan, Althira Pharma
Josh Pan is a volunteer for the Alzheimer's Walk. He is also director of business development for Althira Pharma, a local Seattle-based business. The...
Alzheimer’s Walk: Annie Jacobsen
Annie Jacobsen is the host of the Snohomish County's Alzheimer's Walk. The walk is along Boxcar Park in Everett, Washington.
Alzheimer’s Walk: Carrie McBride
Carrie McBride is the director of marketing and communications for the Alzheimer's Association, Washington Chapter. It's important that families facing this disease know where...
Apartment Adaptations with Lynn Creasy
Lynn Creasy from Foundation House at Northgate talks about adaptive living, various apartment additions that can be made to improve safety. Shower vs. bath,...
Costs of Senior Care: Assisted Living to Memory Care, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Living discusses costs of various senior living arrangements. An over-55 retirement community can cost $900 - $1500 per month. Independent assisted living with 24-hour caregivers, nurses, full-time activities, and meals can cost $3,000 to $6,000 per month. Memory care ranges from $4,500 to $7,500 per month.
How to Qualify for Medicaid, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Living discusses various Medicaid qualifications. CarePartners Living has the largest floating Medicaid license in Washington state. People are confused over how to qualify for Medicaid. Average costs of assisted living is $5,000 or $6,000 per month. Income and assets are limited, so perhaps one or two years can be paid for out of pocket. Don't wait till they've exhausted their funds before applying for Medicaid. Qualifications include having less than $2,000 in the bank, requiring assistance with at least three activities of daily living, and assets cannot be hidden.
What is a Spend Down? with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Living discusses Medicaid qualifications. Let's say that you have $100,000 in the bank. One qualification for Medicaid is having less than $2,000 in the bank, so you would need to spend the rest of that money in ways the state allows, with expenses analyzed for the most recent five years.
Senior Finances: The Transition to Medicaid, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about how to plan ahead when a senior loved one only has a few years worth of...
Senior Finances: Family Cost of Care, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements discusses the cost of elder care if family members stay home to care for a senior loved one.
Senior Finances: Costs of Differing Care, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about finances for senior care. Appropriate, quality, loving care can be found. The elephant in the room:...
Senior Finances: The Emotional Roller Coaster, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements builds relationships to understand the heart of what's happening at your family. She also sees the emotional highs...
Knowing Your Costs For Long Term Care, with Lynn Creasy
Lynn Creasy from Foundation House at Northgate talks about knowing your costs when paying for long-term care and understanding what your budget can cover....
Parkinson’s Path: Finding Meaning with Lianna Marie
Lianna Marie talks about finding meaning when you've been diagnosed with an illness like Parkinson's.
Rehabilitative Care at Warm Beach Senior Community, with Scott Ernst
The Warm Beach Senior Community provides post acute and rehabilitative care following hospitalization. Scott Ernst says they fulfill the need for skilled nursing and...
Types of Retirement Living with Lynn Creasy
Lynn Creasy at Foundation House at Northgate describes the types of retirement living. Some people can be well off in their own home if...
An Overview of Elder Law with Janet Smith
Janet Smith, an elder law attorney with the Northwest Elder Law Group, spoke at Discovery 2019, the 34th Annual Alzheimer's Regional Conference. Elder law...
Inspirational People with Parkinson’s, with Lianna Marie
Lianna Marie talks about inspirational people with Parkinson's. We talk about having hope, and looking up to people who are going through the same things. Michael J. Fox, of course, but also Jimmy Choi from American Ninja Warrior, who was diagnosed when he was 27. Jim Morris, the inspiration for the sports movie The Rookie, developed a form of Parkinson's due to sports concussions.
Parkinson’s Path: Becoming Grateful, with Lianna Marie
Lianna Marie talks about gratitude. Why is it important and how is it possible? Studies suggest a sense of gratitude is connected to health. Grateful people sleep better and it reduces stress.
Parkinson’s Path: Depression, with Lianna Marie
Lianna Marie talks about depression as it pertains to Parkinson's. Research today shows that it is a symptom rather a response to the illness. Up to 50% of people with Parkinson's are suffering from clinical depression, from the chemical imbalances triggered by the disease.
Dementia and Family Conflicts, with Lisa Mayfield
Lisa Mayfield, founder and geriatric care manager of Aging Wisdom, talks about facing family dynamics and conflicts. Even in families where all have tight...
The Family Side of Senior Living, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Living recommends many things to families, including support groups and resource room.
What is Memory Care? with Kelley Smith
Memory Care is a living environment for those with symptoms of dementia or Alzheimer's. Kelley Smith describes CarePartners Living cottages. Activities need to be set up differently for those needing memory care. The smaller the environment, the better, to ensure a better quality of life and feeling needed.
What is Assisted Living? with Kelley Smith
Assisted living means that you have a care plan, physicians orders, and a care team set up to help you with activities of daily living throughout your stay in a community. Kelley Smith at CarePartners Living describes this aspect of senior living.
Retirement Living vs. Independent Assisted Living with Kelley Smith
Housing is a daunting aspect for senior living. Kelley Smith at CarePartners Living talks about the differences between retirement living and independent assisted living.
The Courage to Call, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about making that first call, when people are afraid of interfering. The courage to open the door...
Picking Senior Housing with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements discusses the lifestyle of senior loved ones when senior housing is being considered. The reality is that if...
How Daphne Davis Got Started at Pinnacle Senior Placements
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about how she got started in the career of senior placement 20 years ago. Chuck Olmstead fills...
Spousal Caregiving with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about planning for senior care and the need for the caregivers to think about themselves and their...
Introduction to Retirement Living with Lynn Creasy
Lynn Creasy at Foundation House at Northgate tells us how people make the first step towards retirement living. Every community has a different feeling...
Parkinson’s Path: Being Happy, with Lianna Marie
As part of the Parkinson's Path, Lianna Marie asks “How do we find happiness?” A large part of happiness is under our control. We have to choose to be happy. Not to say that life will be joyful every day with Parkinson's, but let's define what happiness would look like – is it having a productive life, staying connected with my loved ones, stay in my job longer?
Parkinson’s Path: Power of Faith, with Lianna Marie
As part of the Parkinson's Path, Lianna Marie says Hope and faith are different: The majority of people have a faith in something higher than themselves. It played a huge role for my mother's battle with Parkinson's. The disease can be so overwhelming, but a lot of people point to faith as a means of rescue.
Parkinson’s Path: Enough Hope, with Lianna Marie
As part of the Parkinson's Path, Lianna Marie says that hope is a key part of everything, fighting illnesses or even difficulties in life. We developed an initial "H.O.P.E. test" to assess attitudes and feelings about Hopefulness, Optimism, Practicing acceptance, and Enlisting the help of others.
Surveying the House: Making It Safe for Seniors with Shawn D’Amelio
Shawn D'Amelio from With A Little Help talks about making sure your senior loved one’s home supports them so that they are better able...
Candidates for Aging in Place, with Shawn D’Amelio
Shawn D'Amelio from With A Little Help talks about what qualities make a senior loved one a great candidate for aging in place. For...
How to Adjust After the Caregiving Journey Ends, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Living talks about the end of the caregiving journey, after your loved one has passed, to find a new purpose.
Aging in Place: Understanding Home Health, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements raises the question: How do you assess mom and dad for the next step? There's a step of...
Aging in Place: How to Introduce Home Care, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements explains how to introduce care into the home. How do you bridge that step? It could be as...
Aging in Place: Bucket List, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements explains that as our bodies age naturally, we tend to focus more on survival-type thinking: “Who's coming over...
Aging in Place: Words to Say, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements discusses how to talk about best supporting their loved ones, whether it's additional care in the home or...
Overview of Foundation House at Northgate with Lynn Creasy
Lynn Creasy provides an overview of Foundation House at Northgate, a not-for-profit independent living and assisted living community with 104 units established 22 years...
With a Little Help: Homecare Associates, with Shawn D’Amelio
Shawn D'Amelio talks about CarePartners Living partnerships such as With A Little Help. She is the VP of Washington State Homecare Association, which is...
Housing Transitions: Finding the Right Place
An expert familiar with all of the specialized needs of aging transitions in life can make those transitions so much easier. Senior real estate specialist Cheryl Darlington joins Suzanne to talk about the transition to senior living.
With a Little Help: Making the Transition, with Shawn D’Amelio
Shawn D'Amelio talks about CarePartners Living partnerships such as With A Little Help. It's helpful to have a partner during the transition from in-home...
Spring into Healthcare with Deborah Myers at We Speak Medicare
Deborah Myers from We Speak Medicare helps seniors with medicare navigation and selecting healthcare supplemental programs. She’s organized the Spring into Health Fair taking...
Parkinson’s Path: Having Hope, with Lianna Marie
Lianna Marie says that hope is crucial for those diagnosed with Parkinson's. Having hope can be more important than medication or medical procedures. Simply having hope makes your brain release endorphins that fight pain, an asset for Parkinson's, so we can physically change by changing our mindset. And there has also been an explosion of treatments in the last decade.
Parkinson’s Path: After the Diagnosis with Lianna Marie
Lianna Marie describes her family experiences with Parkinson's following the diagnosis of the disease. Her mother's diagnosis was confirmed at 49 years old, when Lianna Marie was in her teens. Her mother had an arresting tremor, and the doctors assessed it as "the better kind" of Parkinson's, and she was able to work another 10-15 years. Diagnosis for everyone is different.
Parkinson’s Path: Introduction with Lianna Marie
Lianna Marie describes her personal experiences with Parkinson's, her mother having lived with the disease for 30 years.
Alzheimer’s Warning Signs with Kathy Stewart at Aegis Living
Discovery 2019, the 34th Annual Alzheimer's Regional Conference, was sponsored by Aegis Living. Kathy Stewart, VP of Nursing for Aegis Living, talks about warning...
Adam Clark with Aegis Living
Adam Clark, VP of Growth Strategies for Aegis Living, discusses the programs and foundations of Aegis living. They operate 13 senior living communities in...
CarePartners: Individualized Care with Annie Jacobsen
Annie Jacobsen talks about family caregivers. Once you have a family member in medical care, the family member's role is to help the medical...
Caring for Self Through Care of Loved Ones with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Living provides advice on how to go through the process with aging loved ones. The role reversal in caring for a loved one needs to preserve your loved ones' dignity. You need to preserve your role as the son or daughter.
When Is It Time to Intervene, with Shawn D’Amelio
Shawn D'Amelio discusses the four stages of the caregiver's journey.
Reading Between the Lines with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about how to be observant about life changes with our senior loved ones. There may be a...
In-home Support For Aging in Place, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about helping our senior loved ones with Aging in Place. How do we support our Mom and...
Things That Stop Us, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about the biggest thing she's been running into, which is people becoming paralyzed by their own fears,...
Wise Caregiving: Caregiver Assistance with Jonathan Prescott
Jonathan Prescott, founder of Wise Caregiving, spoke at Discovery 2019, the 34th Annual Alzheimer's Regional Conference. There are more than 300,000 unpaid family caregivers...
Dementia: Retaining freedom and dignity, with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith, VP of sales and marketing at CarePartners Senior Living, talks at Discovery 2019, the 34th Annual Alzheimer's Regional Conference. CarePartners operates seven dementia-dedicated senior care facilities in Washington. Sometimes intervention happens too soon — it has to be the right marriage of timing and where seniors are in their journey.
Dementia Beyond Disease, Part 2
''Dementia Beyond Disease" author Dr. Allen Power joins Suzanne to talk more about care and support for those with Alzheimer's and dementia.
34th Annual Alzheimer’s Regional Conference with Bob Le Roy
Bob Le Roy, executive director of the Alzheimer's Association, Washington State Chapter, talks about Discovery 2019, the 34th Annual Alzheimer's Regional Conference. The conference's...
Dementia Beyond Disease, Part 1
Dr. G. Allen Power joins Suzanne to talk more about Alzheimer's and dementia. At the time of this recording in 2019, he had just spoken at a recent Discovery Conference on Alzheimer's. His books ''Dementia Beyond Drugs'' (2010), ''Dementia Beyond Drugs: Changing the Culture of Care'' (2016), and ''Dementia Beyond Disease: Enhancing Well-Being'' (2016) repositioned care and support methodology for people living with dementia.
How to Have Those Hard Conversations, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about how to have those difficult family conversations.
Every single day she has these types of conversations with...
The Care Conference, for caregivers with Sue Stults
Sue Stults is the founder of the Care Conference at Shoreline Community Church. The 2019 conference takes place March 7 to provide education and...
Sue Stults, author of “Reaching Beyond the Rail”
Sue Stults is the author of “Reaching Beyond the Rail: The Blood, Sweat and Tears of Caring for Mom and Dad” and founder of...
Financing at The Smile Store
Stephen DePiro is vice president and clinical director of The Smile Store, which helps seniors with dental care.
They provide dentures, partials, implant alternatives, and...
Maintaining the Highest Quality of Life with Daphne Davis
Rather than being an ostrich, or compromising your family’s quality of life, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements suggests a new perspective: consider that...
Dental Care at The Smile Store
Stephen DePiro is vice president and clinical director of The Smile Store, which helps seniors with dental care. They provide dentures, partials, implant alternatives,...
The Miracles of CBD
Liz Diehl with Canaway and former NBA Seattle Supersonics center James Donaldson join Suzanne to talk about the benefits of CBD as it relates to senior health and wellness. Liz is the founder of Total Wellness Solutions. She is also a certified CBD physiology and health specialist who provides education and a premier product line.
How to Approach Conversations With Loved Ones, with Daphne Davis
How can adult children be better in communicating with their parent, even when they are resistant? Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements suggests learning...
Subtle Warning Signs to Watch for, with Daphne Davis
We want to do right by our loved ones, but this is also the time when families are coming together for holidays. Many of...
Using Five Senses to Communicate Better With Dementia Patients
Annie Jacobsen is a Dementia care coach with CarePartners Living who helps families learn to communicate more effectively with those afflicted with dementia.
She...
Holidays and Senior Loneliness, with Daphne Davis
It's that time of the year when we talk about connecting with seniors. Our life in America is so fast and families are dispersed...
How to Make the Adjustment, with Daphne Davis
How do you help a senior family member adjust, whether it's a move to assisted living or adjust to home care? Daphne Davis at...
Adjusting to the New Normal with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements tells caregivers: know that you're doing your best. When you've gotten feedback from family or friends, take it...
Understanding Home Care with Shawn D’Amelio
Shawn D’Amelio is the director of business development for With A Little Help, a locally-owned home care company. They provide home care services, solve...
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with Frank Brazik
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident Frank Brazik, a retired PFC in the U.S. Army. He joined when he was 18, training at Fort...
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with Bob Winkler
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident Bob Winkler, who was born on August 5, 1929. In October 1946, he joined the Army Air Corps.,...
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with Jimmie Shapiro
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident Eleanor "Jimmie" Shapiro, who was born in Boston and went to Sergeant College at Boston University, becoming a...
Having Fun During the Holidays
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about families and finding peace. One of the things we forget about fun — how do we...
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with Lt. Cmdr. David Ross
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident David Ross, a retired lieutenant commander in the navy. He joined in the spring of 1943.
Live from Seattle: 12 Days of Goodness with Joe Tafoya and Daphne Davis, Part...
This is a Live from Seattle Special featuring the 12 Days of Goodness with Joe Tafoya, Suzanne Newman, Chuck Olmstead, and Daphne Davis with...
Live from Seattle: 12 Days of Goodness with Joe Tafoya and Daphne Davis, Part...
This is a Live from Seattle Special featuring the 12 Days of Goodness with Joe Tafoya, Suzanne Newman, Chuck Olmstead and Daphne Davis with...
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with Burton Bender
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident Burton Bender, a first sergeant in the U.S. Army when he retired. He was born in 1933 and...
Adult Day Care with Katie Gaswint
Katie Gaswint, Owner of Katie Marie's Adult Day Care Home in Marysville, WA, talks about adult day care.
Everything You Need To Know About Parkinson’s Disease
Lianna Marie is the author of Everything You Need To Know About Parkinson's Disease and Everything You Need to Know About Caregiving for Parkinson's Disease. Her mother was diagnosed 30 years ago, back when books on the topic were written for doctors, rather than patients and caregivers. There are different types of Parkinson's, every case is different, and there are other neuro-degenerative diseases similar to Parkinson's.
CarePartners Living: Gratitude for Providers
Nichole Smith from CarePartners Living: We in the senior living industry think of ourselves as co-petitors, not competitors, and we meet on purpose to know all of the services out there. Just this morning I met with a group of 140 providers, and I thanked them all for their help, because we just went through placing my own family in assisted living, putting my dad in hospice, him ultimately passing away, and it was the people in that room that I called upon when my family needed help. One provider can't do everything
CarePartners Living: Gratitude for Families
Susan Dale with CarePartners Living: Families that come to us are very overwhelmed, don’t know where to start or what’s the process, especially when they come in for the holidays.
Holiday Meal Preparation, with Deborah Peterson
Deborah Peterson is a personal chef at Vineyard Catering and prepares meals for busy families and caregivers. She is also a boutique caterer. One...
Making the Call: Being Part of the Process, with Daphne Davis
It's Thanksgiving, and families are coming together. Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements meets with families all the time and there's never a bad time.
Families...
Family Dynamics During the Holidays, with Daphne Davis
Even without the dynamics of our family members aging in place, or having some cognition challenges, even without that the holidays can be stressful....
Senior Advisor Follow-Ups with Daphne Davis
What happens after your loved one has been placed into a senior living environment? Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements does consistent follow-ups up...
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with Ron Brockman
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident Ron Brockman, who retired as a captain from the U.S. Navy and was also a U.S. Marine. He...
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with Leonard LeDuc
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident Leonard LeDuc, a U.S. Army veteran. He grew up in a farm town in Kansas. He worked on...
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with George Osborn
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident George Osborn, who was born in Seattle in 1939 and went to West Seattle High School. He recalls...
Seahawks Salute to Service Month
Suzanne Newman interviews Mike Flood, Seattle Seahawks Vice President of Community Outreach, about Salute to Service Month. The Seahawks will be raising money for...
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with CPO Dave Martin
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident David Martin, a retired U.S. Navy chief petty officer E7. He was born and raised in northeast Iowa,...
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with Sergeant Major Bill North
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident Bill North, a retired Sergeant Major with the U.S. Army. He was born on a farm in Oklahoma...
The Resistant Parent with Daphne Davis
In Alzheimer's and in all stages of Dementia, conversation is based on the moment. We've all been taught to be real and truthful, not...
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with Gil Conforti
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident Gil Conforti, a retired lieutenant colonel from the U.S. Army. He was born in 1935 in Massachusetts. His...
Don’t Wait for Care with Vanessa Carr
Owner Vanessa Carr with Care at Home Seattle says don't wait for care.
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with Bobbie Quarm
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident Roberta "Bobbie" Quarm, a wife of a retired United States Army serviceman who served for 24 years and...
Relationship with Placement Advisor, Part 2
Taking away the mystery, Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements explains what families can expect with an advisor. She starts as an information post...
Relationship with Placement Advisor, Part 1
When you are working with a professional, you need to be heard and valued, not put into a box. It's also a relationship with...
Fall Prevention: Checking In, with Tracy Marcom
During Fall Prevention month, be a watchdog for your senior loved one. Tracy Marcom at Cascade In-Home Care asks: What is a family's role...
Fall Prevention: Being a Watch Dog with Tracy Marcom
During Fall Prevention month, Regional Business Development Manager Tracy Marcom at Cascade In-Home Care suggests acting as a watchdog for your senior loved one....
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with Kent Troy
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident Kent Troy, U.S. Army West Point graduate, former protocol officer at JBLM (Joint Base Lewis-McChord) in Washington. He...
Elder Care Assistance: What Do You Want?
Sandy Myerson has written a book called Elder Care Assistance: A Practical Guide Covering Health, Financial and Legal Considerations, which is a practical guide...
Elder Care Assistance: Organizing Assets
Sandy Myerson has written a book called Elder Care Assistance: A Practical Guide Covering Health, Financial and Legal Considerations, which is a practical guide...
Fall Prevention with Gidgette Chesley
Every 20 minutes a senior adult dies as a result of declining health triggered from a fall. Fall prevention is critical for seniors, especially...
Fall Prevention with Colette Roberge
Fall is time when weather kicks up and we should get a head start on preventing falls. Colette Roberge at CarePartners Senior Living point our there are many hazards around the home or that seniors are doing that can cause falls. What medications are they taking? Are some combinations making them dizzy? Fall is good time for a follow-up with the doctor to assess all their medications. Colder weather brings arthritis, which can also bring falls, and there are also wet decks, icy walks.
Being Proactive with Colette Roberge
Your senior loved one staying at home is the ultimate goal for as long as possible, but it can be hard if it involves maintaining a mortgage or a big yard. Sometimes families will wait because they don't want to give up the family home or their loved one has dug in, and they wait too long. Warning signs depend on their situation, but if they're living at home, are they able to manage their medications, are they eating appropriately? They're isolated and don't think about eating. Colette Roberge at CarePartners Senior Living sees residents move in, and new life comes back into them, and they flourish.
Organizing for Safety with Elisa Hawkinson
Elisa Hawkinson, founder of How2GetOrganized, shows us how to organize for safety.
Getting Started with Organization, with Elisa Hawkinson
Elisa Hawkinson, founder of How2GetOrganized, tells us how to get started.
Voxx Socks at the Snow Valley Senior Center
Stan Esecson shows seniors Voxx Socks at the Snow Valley Senior Center in Carnation, WA.
Fall Prevention with Kira Avery
Program Coordinator Kira Avery at the Snow Valley Senior Center in Carnation, WA talks about fall prevention.
Alzheimer’s and Memory Care at Patriot’s Landing, Part 2
Part 2 of a conversation with Gidgette Chesley, the executive director of Patriot's Landing in DuPont, WA. When people are investigating memory care, most...
Alzheimer’s and Memory Care at Patriot’s Landing, Part 1
Part 1 of a conversation with Gidgette Chesley, the executive director of Patriot's Landing in DuPont, WA. When people are investigating memory care, most...
Communicating to Keep Peace, with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements works with lots of patients with Alzheimer's, all stages of Dementia and their families. One stumbling block for...
Pre-Planning with Karin Taifour
Karin Taifour, owner of Aging Care Consultation, talks about pre-planning services.
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with Elizabeth Osborn
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident Elizabeth Osborn, a retired first class E6 yeoman in the U.S. Navy. She joined in 1958 and loved...
Advance Directives with Karin Taifour
Karin Taifour, owner of Aging Care Consultation, talks about advance directives.
Creating a Safe Home Environment for a Senior Loved One
How can an environment best support a senior loved one? Melanie Mosshart at Hospitality Home Care talks about how her organization helps with non-medical...
CarePartners Living Cottages
Nichole Smith at CarePartners Living says that a lot of science was put into the design of their cottages. Their clients with dementia have a cycle of self-isolation, depression, that exasperates the dementia. The cottages are based on a home environment. Each site has three cottages on it, 20 residents each, which encourages interaction. Residents smell the coffee in the morning, hear their neighbors getting up, going to breakfast just like they did when they had kids, and this encourages their curiosity.
Aid and Attendance Benefits
Britt Burkhart, president of Safeguard Financial Assets, educates how to effectively manage assets and reduce taxes. He helps with Aid and Attendance Benefits, a...
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with Richard Dobson
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident Richard Dobson, a retired major in the U.S. Army special forces. Born in Renton, Washington, he enlisted in...
Why You Need a Social Worker, with Allison Fine
Allison Fine, Executive Director and Founder of the Center for Chronic Illness, explains why you need a social worker.
Advance Planning with Daphne Davis, Part 2
If you're in a situation where no one needs to make an urgent move, or even in-home care, but if you're wondering if you're...
Advance Planning with Daphne Davis, Part 1
Gathering information – you never know when you'll need it. Some families are really good about thinking about it: downsizing to a smaller home,...
Support Groups with Allison Fine
Allison Fine, Executive Director and Founder of the Center for Chronic Illness, talks about support groups.
The Process of Arranging for Home Health Services, with Chris Strand
Careage provides home health services, which is medical or skilled intervention in the home. Chris Strand at Careage describes the process of requesting and...
Care Options After Being Discharged, with Chris Strand
What happens after a patient is discharged from a rehab center or a hospital? Chris Strand at Careage takes us through caring options. Home...
Mama Blue Uses Voxx Socks
Mama Blue, Pattie Hammond, is an original season-ticket holder for the Seattle Seahawks. She’s 87 and an inspirational figure. She was a hair stylist...
Mt. Lake Terrace Community with Heather Lyon
Heather Lyon at MBK Senior Living talks about the community at Mt. Lake Terrace.
Hospitality Adult Family Home in Federal Way, WA
Marlene Diaz talks about Hospitality Home Care opening a new facility, the Hospitality Adult Family Home in Federal Way, WA, by the Twin Lakes...
Financial Abuse by Family Members, with Nichole Smith
Nichole Smith at CarePartners Senior Living says that surprisingly, a majority of financial abuse comes from family members. We often have so many red flags that families are squirreling away money. When a person loses their safety awareness, of course they trust their family more than anybody else, and family members may be making decisions which they think are in the best interest of their loved one, but later down the line it may make it so they can’t get on a state Medicaid program because they’ve gifted money within the last five years.
Walk-in Tubs with James Carey
James Carey from On The House talks about walk-in tubs and other accommodations.
Voxx Socks Success Stories
Stan Esecson shares success stories he’s heard about Voxx Socks.
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with Captain Marvin Reiner
Chuck Olmstead interviews Patriot’s Landing resident Captain Marvin Reiner, a retired radio tech 2nd class, U.S. Navy. A native of Aberdeen, Washington, he was...
Funding Options for Senior Care with Kelley Smith
Kelley Smith at CarePartners Senior Living talks about funding options for senior care. If a retirement/assisted living/memory care community really is the best solution, then we are going to talk about financing. What are you supposed to do if your dad’s gone, and all your mom has is her social security and her house? We have the largest floating Medicaid license in the state. Mom can take what little assets she has, and when she runs out of money, Mom qualifies for the state benefits and is guaranteed to be able to stay with us.
Funding Options for Long Term Care with Daphne Davis
Funding long-term care is a huge topic that stymies people. Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements says one option that’s overlooked is Aid and...
How to Fund Long Term Care, with Daphne Davis
Generally, until you cross into this world of needing to find options for care and housing for elders, it’s not something you think about,...
Pre-Planning, Part 2: What Happens When a Loved One Passes
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about crossroads and transitions. We will all face the crossroads when we pass. What can families do if...
Pre-Planning, Part 1: Peace of Mind
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about crossroads and transitions. Writing down your wishes is an important step. We use a pre-planning guide with...
Stubborn Parents with Daphne Davis
What can we do when there are warning signs everywhere, but our parents are being stubborn? Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements describes the...
Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late, with Daphne Davis
Statistics show that families stay in the land of denial until it's too late. The financial factor is a huge part, but families are...
Warning Signs: The Seven Activities of Daily Living, with Marlene Diaz
Marlene Diaz at Hospitality Home Care talks about the warning signs of Activities of Daily Living, when its time to bring mom or dad...
Mission Healthcare’s State of the Art Services
Dell Workman, administrator at Careage–Mission Healthcare, talks about their state of the art services.
Mission Healthcare with Dell Workman
Dell Workman, administrator at Careage–Mission Healthcare, talks about their Renton, WA location.
Specialized Home Health Services
Terry Wilson and Sheena Paylor, area VP for Assured HomeHealth, talk about specialized services in home health. They work on specialties such as continence,...
Getting a Home Health Assessment
Terry Wilson and Sheena Paylor, area VP for Assured HomeHealth, talk about signs that might indicate a need of home health for a loved...
Emergency Decisions with Daphne Davis
At the crossroads, what happens when there is a life change for a senior living one? What happens when there’s a crisis — for...
Transitioning to Senior Living with Daphne Davis
How do families navigate crossroads? There are always curve balls and we have to face a change. Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements is...
What Memorial Day is Like at Evergreen Washelli
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about how we can best honor our loved ones who have passed on Memorial Day. We put on...
What Memorial Day Weekend Means for Families, with Dan White
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about what Memorial Day weekend means for families. People start coming to visit memorials the week before the...
Senior Housing Options, Memory Care Cottages
Jill Martinez, director of community relations for CarePartners Living, explains that Dementia can hit 90% of the population in some form. To care for a loved one on your own is an overwhelming experience. We really try to help them through that process of determining when it’s time to consider memory care or moving their loved one into a retirement community, because there really are some key factors to pay attention to. The cottages are set up for memory care specifically and are built a specific way.
A Tribute to Chuck Knox with Suzanne Newman
Suzanne Newman shares a personal tribute following the recent loss of former Seattle Seahawks coach Chuck Knox after his long struggle with dementia.
Caregiver Appreciation with Marlene Diaz
Marlene Diaz at Hospitality Home Care talks about family caregivers. The caregiver gets overlooked often. Hospitality Home Care periodically asks how the caregiver is...
Types of Senior Living Options with Daphne Davis
There’s a perception that senior living is a “nursing home,” but that’s not the case. Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements provides an overview...
Start The Conversation, with Daphne Davis
How do you have that initial conversation with a loved one when its time to make a change, and the loved one isn't necessarily...
Reverse Mortgages with Kirk Lau
Kirk Lau at Fairway Independent Mortgage talks about reverse mortgages.
Assisted Living with Beth Deems
Executive Director Beth Deems of Brookdale at Admiral Heights discusses assisted living options.
Early Preparation and Planning for Aging in Place with Dan White
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about an aspect of Aging in Place, considerations a family should know about with their final wishes. Power...
Independently-Owned Home Care with Shawn D’Amelio
Shawn D’Amelio is the director of business development for With A Little Help, a locally-owned home care company. With A Little Help has 150...
Home Care Services with Melanie Mosshart
Melanie Mosshart at Hospitality Home Care talks about Home Care Services. A home care organization is a huge support for caregivers. If you're a...
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead with Colonel Ian Larson
Veterans Interview with Colonel Ian Larson with the U.S. Army, at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. He was born in the Philippines in January 1940.
YMCA Senior Programs with Sally Sundar
Sally Sundar from the YMCA of Greater Seattle provides an overview of their senior programs. She is the Program Executive, Health Integration & Transformation.
Time for Care with Beth Deems
Executive Director Beth Deems of Brookdale at Admiral Heights discusses steps to take that help your senior loved one stay at home longer, and...
Seniors in Transition with Team Zugel Real Estate
Jaden and Valicia Zugel from Team Zugel Real Estate talk about seniors in transition.
Family Resource Home Care with Pam Stone
Pam Stone describes the services provided by Family Resource Home Care. She is their Regional Manager, Business Development.
Legal Planning with Jerrica Pierson Seeger
Jerrica Pierson Seeger at Rehberg Law talks about legal planning, part of this month's focus on aging in place.
Ten Principles with Chuck and Suzanne, Part 4
In this special four-part episode, Chuck Olmstead speaks with Suzanne Newman about the Top Ten Advocacy Principles as well as what Answers for Elders...
Ten Principles with Chuck and Suzanne, Part 3
In this special four-part episode, Chuck Olmstead speaks with Suzanne Newman about the Top Ten Advocacy Principles as well as what Answers for Elders...
Ten Principles with Chuck and Suzanne, Part 2
In this special four-part episode, Chuck Olmstead speaks with Suzanne Newman about the Top Ten Advocacy Principles as well as what Answers for Elders...
Ten Principles with Chuck and Suzanne, Part 1
In this special four-part episode, Chuck Olmstead speaks with Suzanne Newman about the Top Ten Advocacy Principles as well as what Answers for Elders...
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Stan Solmonson
Veterans Interview with Stan Solmonson at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. Stan joined the U.S. Navy in Sept. 1943 and served two years, then...
Adriana Senior Living with Brian Scalabrine
Co-owner Brian Scalabrine talks about Adriana Senior Living , an independent living senior community in Des Moines, WA. He is a former Boston Celtics...
The Widow’s Project with Rolland Wright
Rolland Wright is the author of The Widows Project: Serving The Widowed With The Father's Heart.
Hope After Heartache with Dan White
We’ve talked about how Evergreen Washelli recognizes the sacrifices caregivers make. Dan White explains that it helps to find resources to aid the grieving...
Aging and Disability Services, Part 3 with Cathy Knight
Cathy Knight provides an overview of aging and disability services. Cathy is the Director of the Aging and Disability Services Division for the City...
Aging and Disability Services, Part 2 with Cathy Knight
Cathy Knight provides an overview of aging and disability services. Cathy is the Director of the Aging and Disability Services Division for the City...
Aging and Disability Services, Part 1 with Cathy Knight
Cathy Knight provides an overview of aging and disability services. Cathy is the Director of the Aging and Disability Services Division for the City...
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Jeanne Yoder
Veterans Interview with Jeanne Yoder celebrating the Veteran of the Month Award at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. Jeanne is a retired Storekeeper Third...
Aging in Place with MBK Senior Living
Tam Katzin and guests from MBK Senior Living talk about Aging in Place.
Family and Caregiver Services with Dan White
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli says that all senior caregivers must go through the last stage, which is the grief and loss of our...
Home Health Qualifications with Chris Strand
Chris Strand at Careage takes us through the qualification to get Home Health services. Home Health is an insurance and Medicare benefit, not just...
Elder Design and Decuttering with James Carey
James Carey from On The House talks about elder design and decuttering.
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Cassandra Pietz
Veterans Interview with Cassandra Pietz, retired Private 1st class, U.S. Army, at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. Cassandra joined the Army in New Hampshire when...
Pre-planning with Alzheimer’s, with Dan White
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli explains that there is no better time for funeral pre-planning than when you’re diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, while you’re fully...
Exploring Senior Living with MBK Senior Living
Jim, Katie and Tam Katzin from MBK Senior Living explore senior living options.
Non-Caregiver Family Members with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements explains how siblings, the aunt or uncle of a loved one have a different role than the caregiver....
Therapy Animals with Victoria Smith
Victoria Smith at Visiting Hooves talks about therapy animals.
Jordan Babineaux and Assure Ride
Seahawks Legend Jordan Babineaux joins Answers for Elders to talk about his non-medical transport company, Assure Ride, which provides transportation to and from medical...
Long Term Care Funding with David Clemons
David Clemons talks about Long Term Care Funding.
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd with Master Sergeant Kenneth Ellis
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Master Sergeant Kenneth Ellis, a 27-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force, at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington.
Consumer Rights in Funeral Planning, with Dan White
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about consumer rights when it comes to funeral planning, governed by the FCC. When shopping and pre-planning for...
Legal and Financial Foundations, Part 2
Nikki Leith from Wall Group Law in Edmonds, WA talks about senior legal matters that affect the family. The firm handles estate planning, elder...
Legal and Financial Foundations, Part 1
Nikki Leith from Wall Group Law in Edmonds, WA talks about senior legal matters that affect the family. The firm handles estate planning, elder...
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd with Lt. Colonel Frans Doelman
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Lt. Colonel Frans Doelman, a 31-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force, at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington....
New Year: Review Your Legal Documents
Stephanie Haslam is an elder law and estate planning attorney with Compassionate Legal Care. January is a time for new starts, and it's a...
Qualifying for Veterans Benefits
Wendy Davis and Pam Nagel at Careage talk about the qualifications for veterans benefits. Families might not know that mom or dad served during...
Defining Veterans Benefits
Wendy Davis and Pam Nagel at Careage describe the aid and attendance benefits pension benefit, which began in 1951, but isn’t always understood. It...
Nutrition and Meal Planning with Kim Spencer
Kim Spencer at Serengeti Care discusses Nutrition and Meal Planning.
Business Connecting with Kim Spencer
Business Development Manager Kim Spencer at Serengeti Care discusses business connecting. Those with senior loved ones should establish relationships ahead of time, up front,...
Working with Churches on Memorial Services with Dan White
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about religious preferences and memorial services. Churches have different protocols or traditions that they follow. All have their...
What is Home Health, with Chris Strand
Home health is medical or rehabilitative care in the home, so it varies dramatically from what we call home care. Chris Strand at Careage...
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Major General John Hemphill
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Major General John Hemphill at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. After graduating from West Point, he served 34...
12 Days of Goodness, with Victoria Smith at Visiting Hooves
Victoria Smith at Visiting Hooves talks about her senior visits during the 12 Days of Goodness.
Interview with Seahawks Legend Paul Skansi
Seahawks Legend and former wide receiver Paul Skansi joins Answers For Elders and the 12 Days of Goodness. "It's just a great time to...
Interview with Seahawks Legend Edwin Bailey
Seahawks Legend and former offensive guard Edwin Bailey joins Answers for Elders and the 12 Days of Goodness. "I had a great time, I...
12 Days of Goodness, Week 2
Suzanne Newman and Chuck Olmstead update us on events for the second week of 12 Days of Goodness, 2017.
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with CWO Alvin Overacker
Veterans Interview: Former Seattle Seahawk Dennis Boyd talks with Chief Warrant Officer Alvin Overacker, a 23-year veteran of the U.S. Army, at Patriot’s Landing...
Avoiding Holiday Burnout, with Daphne Davis
How do we avoid stress? Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements says the most important thing is to plan and communicate. We get caught...
Interview with Seahawks Legend Dave Krieg
Seahawks Legend and former quarterback Dave Krieg joins Answers For Elders and the 12 Days of Goodness. "Obviously it's putting an emphasis on doing...
12 Days of Goodness, Week 1
Suzanne Newman and Chuck Olmstead update us on events for the first week of 12 Days of Goodness, 2017.
Interview with Seahawks Legend Sam Adkins
The original #12: Seahawks Legend and former quarterback Sam Adkins joins Answers For Elders and the 12 Days of Goodness. "My mom has severe...
12 Days of Goodness, with Dennis Boyd
12 Days of Goodness, with Seahawks Legend Dennis Boyd.
12 Days of Goodness Overview, Part 2
Suzanne Newman and Chuck Olmstead introduce Answers for Elders' 12 Days of Goodness, Part 2.
12 Days of Goodness Overview, Part 1
Suzanne Newman and Chuck Olmstead introduce Answers for Elders' 12 Days of Goodness, Part 1.
Thanksgiving with Dan White
When someone passes, they leave families behind, and we must learn to go on without them. Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about how...
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead talks with Lt. Colonel Ray Hensel
Veterans Interview with retired Lt. Colonel Ray Hensel of the U.S. Army, at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. He was born in Seattle in...
Life Balance with Ken Farmer
Ken Farmer at Careage discusses maintaining a healthy life balance. Always take stock: Are you ignoring any of these key elements of your life?
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead talks with Sgt. Karl Knaack
Veterans Interview with Sgt. 1st class, E7 Karl Knaack with the U.S. Army, at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. Knaack was a draftee in...
Activity and Aging with Ken Farmer
Ken Farmer at Careage leads by example, sharing tips for healthy living and fitness, hydration and exercise.
Handling the Holidays with Daphne Davis
Typically we get nervous and have lots on our plate, then add the complexity of being a caregiver during the holidays, trying to uphold...
Special Veterans Services with Ken Farmer
Ken Farmer at Careage leads talks about retired military veterans, veterans elder care, elder care, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and the military...
Ken Farmer’s Veteran Story
Ken Farmer is a retired two-star general from the US Army and family medical doctor. He began another career after 33-years of service to...
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Colonel Sue Minahan
Veterans Interview: Former Seattle Seahawk Dennis Boyd talks with Colonel Sue Minahan, a 22-year veteran of the Army Nursing Corps., at Patriot’s Landing in...
More About Estate Planning with Stephen Waltar
Stephen Waltar from Legacy Estate Planning in Bellvue discusses trusts. If you own a home, you need a will or a trust. We all...
The Value of Trusts with Stephen Waltar
Stephen Waltar from Legacy Estate Planning in Bellvue discusses trusts. He said he likes the phrase, "Don't put your trust in money, put your...
Special Memorial Site for Seahawks 12s
In the state of Washington, Seattle Seahawks fans are important. Many people get cremated in Seahawks jerseys or they have Seahawks ball caps, or...
What to Expect From an Advisor with Daphne Davis
It’s important for an advisor to connect with someone who can do the right thing for the right reason, be an active listener, be...
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Donna Ewing
Veterans Interview: Former Seattle Seahawk Dennis Boyd talks with Donna Ewing, a 26-year veteran of the U.S. Army, at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington.
Senior Care Planning with Greg Mundell
Greg Mundell, resident care coordinator with Careage at Patriot's Landing, talks about Care Plan, Assisted Living, Alzheimer's, Dementia, and Medication Management.
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Lt. Colonel Dan Wassestrom
Veterans Interview: Former Seattle Seahawk Dennis Boyd talks with Lt. Colonel Dan Wassestrom, a 26-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force, at Patriot’s Landing...
Scattering Ashes with Dan White
Cremation is rising in the northwest U.S. Nationally it is about 50 percent, about 75 percent in the northwest, whereas in some places on...
Engaging the Mind with Helena Reynolds
Helena Reynolds at the Kent Senior Center in Kent, WA talks about helping seniors engage their minds.
About the 2017 Alzheimer’s Walk with Bob Le Roy
Bob Le Roy, Executive Director of the Alzheimer's Association, Washington State Chapter, gears up for the 2017 Alzheimer's Walk.
Elder Day Services with the Old Friends Club
Founder/Executive Director Karen Koenig and community relations manager Amy Sassenberg of the Old Friends Club in Kirkland, WA talk about Elder Day Services.
Transitions with Daphne Davis
Feeling overwhelmed with not knowing which type of housing and long-term care best meets your loved ones needs? Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements...
Chuck Olmstead talks with Richard Bostick
Veterans Interview with retired Seaman First Class Richard Bostic, U.S. Navy, at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. He was born in California in 1927,...
Warning Signs with Daphne Davis
Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements talks about how her company acts as an objective party that is able to look into a family...
Memory Care with Kathleen Beers
New statistics show one in three senior deaths are related to dementia and Alzheimer’s. A lot of people are noticing memory issues with their...
Veterans Interview: Chuck Olmstead talks with Mary Lou Knaack
Veterans Interview with Mary Lou Knaack, at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. Marylou is the wife of veteran Karl Knaack, retired Sgt. 1st class,...
Traveling With Senior Loved Ones with Kim Spencer
Kim Spencer at Serengeti Care provide tips for how to travel well with a senior loved one, for family reunions and other summer events,...
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Colonel Mike Courts
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with retired Colonel Mike Courts, a 30-year veteran of the U.S. Army and the mayor of DuPont, at Patriot’s...
Veterans Planning with Britt Burkhart
Britt Burkhart, president of Safeguard Financial Assets, educates how to effectively manage assets and reduce taxes. He helps with Aid and Attendance Benefits, a...
Funeral Arrangements with Dan White
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli provides an overview of what happens when you go to make arrangements for someone who’s passed away.
Hospice Care with Greg Mundell
Greg Mundell with Careage at Patriot's Landing talks about End of Life, Advanced Directive, and Hospice Care.
The Alzheimer’s Walk with Bob Le Doy
Bob Le Roy, Executive Director of the Alzheimer's Association, Washington State Chapter, talks about the annual Alzheimer's Walk.
Helping Families Get Along with Moria Veston
Moria Veston aids family communications and teaches workshops on helping families get along.
Long-Term Care Funding with Daphne Davis
A big consideration in long-term care, whether it’s memory care or retirement living, is how in the world to fund it. Daphne Davis at...
Out of State Home Sales, with Juli Anne Gibson
Juli Anne Gibson with Real Estate 55 Plus talks about selling real estate when adult children and their senior loved ones live in different states.
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Captain Barbra Elmore
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Captain Barbra Elmore, who served in the U.S. Marines from 1964-1967 during the Vietnam War, at Patriot’s Landing...
Morning Glory Memory Keeper with Della Goldsworth
Della Goldsworth talks about the Morning Glory Memory Keeper.
Investment Strategies with Jason Totedo
Jason Totedo, a financial advisor with AGP Wealth Advisors, talks about investment strategies.
Retirement Living with Kathleen Beers
As people are looking for a retirement community for their parents, find out the level of care they can provide. Every time a loved...
Smart Technology with Stephanie Cameron
Stephanie Cameron, RN, CCM, CAPS and founder of Transitions Care Management, talks about smart technology.
What to Expect from Pinnacle Senior Placements
Pinnacle Senior Placements is an “information post” designed to help families find housing and care solutions for their loved one.
Home Care Relationship with Kim Spencer
Kim Spencer at Serengeti Care talks about the home care relationship.
Alzheimer’s Research with Bob Le Roy
Bob Le Roy, Executive Director of the Alzheimer's Association, Washington State Chapter, talks about Alzheimer's research being done, particularly in the Seattle area at...
Hoarding with Katie Munoz
Katie Munoz, Senior Move Manager at Moving Forward, talks about Hoarding.
Dry Eye with Paul Jenson
Paul Jenson at Northwest Dry Eye Center talks about dry eye, which can become a debilitating, vision-robbing condition. Patients who are having difficulties would...
The Planning Convo with Dan White
How do you have that conversation with your parents about their final wishes? As we meet with families, a lot of people don’t like...
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd interviews Paul Knoop
Dennis Boyd interviews Patriot’s Landing resident Paul Knoop, a 29-year veteran of the U.S. Army.
General Eye Health with Paul Jenson
Paul Jenson at Renton Vision Source near downtown Renton, Washington talks about senior eye health. As we age, subject to our genetics, we can...
Adjusting After Loss with Dan White
The first year is hardest, but the memories last forever. Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about adjusting after the loss of a senior...
Stages of Grief with Dan White
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about how a big part of taking care of seniors is taking care of them upon their passing....
Alzheimer’s Association with Bob Le Roy
Bob Le Roy, Executive Director of the Alzheimer's Association, Washington State Chapter, talks about Alzheimer's.
Declutter Purging with Katie Munoz
Katie Munoz, Senior Move Manager at Moving Forward, talks about Declutter Purging.
What is Care Management? with Stephanie Cameron
Stephanie Cameron, RN, CCM, CAPS and founder of Transitions Care Management, answers the question “What is Care Management?”
Embracing the Change, with Juli Anne Gibson
Juli Anne Gibson with Real Estate 55 Plus talks about embracing change when it comes.
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd interviews John Crist
Dennis Boyd interviews John Crist, a 22-year veteran of the U.S. Navy who served on submarines.
Pride and Denial
Katherine Lyons, the president and owner of BrightStar Care, talks about the emotions that a senior loved one goes through during the process of...
Transitioning to Long Term Care
Greg Mundell with Careage at Patriot's Landing talks about moving to senior living, assisted living, memory care, Alzheimer's and Dementia.
Moving to Retirement Living with Jason Totedo
Jason Totedo, a financial advisor with AGP Wealth Advisors, talks about moving to retirement living.
Downsizing Strategy with Katie Munoz
Katie Munoz, Senior Move Manager at Moving Forward, talks about Downsizing Strategy.
Hydration with Kim Spencer
Kim Spencer at Serengeti Care talks about the benefits of hydration.
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd interviews Gordon Schulthies
Dennis Boyd interviews Gordon Schulthies, who served 38 years on active duty in the U.S. Army, serving in Korea and Vietnam.
Discharge Planning with Kathy Kappler
Senior Concierge Advisor Kathy Kappler with Concierge Care Advisors talks about Discharge Planning.
Advocacy with Parkinson’s Disease
Stephanie Haslam, an elder law and estate planning attorney with Compassionate Legal Care, discusses advocacy for those with Parkinson's disease. She oftentimes works with...
Advocacy and the Power of Attorney
Stephanie Haslam is an elder law and estate planning attorney with Compassionate Legal Care. She was formerly an occupational therapist who did a lot...
Assessments with Kathy Kappler
Senior Concierge Advisor Kathy Kappler with Concierge Care Advisors talks about Assessments.
Home Care with Katherine Lyons
Katherine Lyons, the president and owner of BrightStar Care, talks about home care.
Stuff and Heirlooms, with Juli Anne Gibson
Juli Anne Gibson with Real Estate 55 Plus talks about developing a plan for being proactive about aging, particularly in handling our loved one's stuff, their heirlooms.
Aging and Choice, with Juli Anne Gibson
Juli Anne Gibson with Real Estate 55 Plus talks about Aging and Choice, the first step in developing a plan for being proactive about aging.
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd interviews David Thorne
Dennis Boyd interviews David Thorne, who joined the Air Force in 1967 and was in Vietnam for one year.
Memorial Service Celebrations
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about religious preferences and memorial services.
Veterans Aid and Attendance Benefits
Greg Mundell with Careage at Patriot's Landing talks about veterans, senior living, and Aid and Attendance Benefits.
Investment Strategies
Jason Totedo, a financial advisor with AGP Wealth Advisors, talks about investment strategies.
Aging in Place with Paul Kocherhook
Paul Kocherhook at Pathway Design & Construction talks about Aging in Place and how to avoid home accidents. The company makes homes safer and...
Senior Exercise with Josephine Porokoso
RN Case Manager Josephine Porokoso at Serengeti Care talks about senior exercise.
About Medicare
Beth Deems at Mission Health Care discusses Medicare. Medicare Part A covers inpatient hospitalization and inpatient skilled nursing rehabilitation on a short-term basis at...
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd interviews Al Jones
Dennis Boyd interviews Patriot's Landing resident Al Jones, who is from British Colombia and served in the Royal Air Force, eventually joining the U.S....
Importance of Estate Planning
Stephen Waltar from Legacy Estate Planning in Bellvue, WA discusses the importance of estate planning. People think because we're a community property state that...
Memorial Day with Dan White, Part 2
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about veterans, Memorial Day, Veteran's Tribute, and ceremonies.
Memorial Day with Dan White, Part 1
Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about veterans, Memorial Day, Veteran's Tribute, and ceremonies.
What Should Families Look For in a Realtor?
Real Estate 55 Plus founder and CEO Juli Anne Gibson talks about challenges and transitions for senior loved ones. What Should Families Look For in a Realtor?
Skilled Nursing
Beth Deems at Mission Health Care discusses the topic of Skilled Nursing. Once your parent has moved to skilled nursing, you may wonder what...
Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd interviews Janet Ford
Dennis Boyd interviews Janet Ford, a nurse who emigrated from Saskatchewan to Minneapolis and joined the U.S. Navy in 1971. She served in Guam...
Warning Signs: When is it Time to Get Home Care?
Katherine Lyons, the president and owner of BrightStar Care, talks about the warning signs that mean its time for your senior loved one to...
Long Term Care Insurance with Jason Totedo
Jason Totedo is a financial advisor with AGP Wealth Advisors talks about long term care insurance.
Seattle Superfan Mama Blue and Her Daughter
Suzanne Newman talks with Seattle Superfan Mama Blue and her daughter DeArlyn.
Long Term Care Insurance with Josephine Porokoso
RN Case Manager Josephine Porokoso at Serengeti Care talks about long term care insurance.
Dennis Boyd Introduces Veterans Interviews
Seattle Seahawks Legend Dennis Boyd introduces our Veterans Interviews shows. Through our 12 Days of Goodness program, we've embraced a generation that went through...
Continuum of Care
Beth Deems at Mission Health Care discusses the continuum of senior care. Seniors want to stay in their home as long as possible, and...
Medicaid and Seniors with Joanna Van Hollebeke
Joanna Van Hollebeke at Swedish Medical Center Seattle talks about Medicaid and seniors.
Financial Planning with Jason Totedo
Jason Totedo is a financial advisor with AGP Wealth Advisors talks about multi-generational financial planning.
Pros and Cons of Reverse Mortgages with Bill Duffy
Bill Duffy at TILA Mortgage talks about the pros and cons of reverse mortgages.
Medicaid with Joanna Van Hollebeke
Joanna Van Hollebeke is a patient financial advocate at Swedish Medical Center Seattle who helps under-insured or uninsured patients with their medical bills.
What Is Estate Planning?
Stephen Waltar from Legacy Estate Planning in Bellvue, WA discusses estate planning. A good estate plan protects what you love and protects your wishes...
Fall Prevention with Beth Deems
Beth Deems at Mission Health Care discusses fall prevention, one of the best things we as caregivers can do for our senior parents. And...
Sound Options Care Line
Mary Lynn Pannen at Sound Options talks about the old Answers for Elders care line, in which people were able to speak with a...
Fall Prevention with Natalie Anderson
Natalie Anderson at OT Plus talks about preventing falls.
Real Estate Transitions and Challenges
Founder and CEO Juli Anne Gibson talks about how Real Estate 55 Plus differs from a regular real estate agent. The company can help guide seniors and their adult children in the sale of a home as well as the other components that come into play.
Comparing Home Health and Home Care
Natalie Anderson at OT Plus compares features of Home Health vs. Home Care.
Geriatric Care Management with Mary Lynn Pannen
Mary Lynn Pannen at Sound Options talks about geriatric care management.
Alzheimer’s and Dementia with Mary Lynn Pannen
Mary Lynn Pannen at Sound Options talks about Alzheimer's and Dementia.
Joe Tafoya: Living With a Parent Who Has Alzheimer’s
Seattle's Joe Tafoya talks about his personal experiences with Alzheimer's. His mother was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's.
Warning signs of Alzheimer’s with Joe Tafoya
Seattle's Joe Tafoya talks about the warning signs of Alzheimer's.
Meals on Wheels programs
Annie Atherton at Sound Generations discusses different types of Meals On Wheels programs.
Caregiver Burnout with Josephine Porokoso
RN Case Manager Josephine Porokoso at Serengeti Care in the Greater Puget Sound area in Washington shares her wisdom about caregiver burnout.