Tag: Lindsay Friedman

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?"

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.