Dementia and the Holidays
Valerie Richards is a certified Advance Care Planning Facilitator, family coach and educator to improve understanding and interactions with the person with dementia.
Dec 08, 2015•29 min
Boomers Today
Boomers Today is a talk show where experts are interviewed on many of the issues facing boomers and an aging population.
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Effective Programs for Dementia
Rachelle Lavalier has worked in various roles in Senior Care throughout the years, including some therapeutic approaches there were to treating Alzheimer’s and other forms of Dementia. She took that knowledge into sales and marketing and currently works in that role at Brookdale Senior Living, a Specialized Alzheimer’s and Dementia care community.
Dec 04, 2015•30 min
Prepare For Our Future Healthcare System
Trisha Torrey is an author, speaker, and patient advocacy consultant. With a background prior to her advocacy work in teaching and marketing, in 2009 Trisha founded AdvoConnection.com, a directory that helps patients and caregivers find private patient advocates who can help them get the good healthcare they deserve. She discusses patient advocacy and the future of our health care system.
Nov 30, 2015•29 min
Expansion of Dementia Friendly Communities
Olivia Mastry is the founding partner of The Collective Action Lab, a unique collaborative forum that fosters cross-sector, systems and social change in the health, older adult service and disability arenas. As part of her work, Olivia is guiding Dementia national collaboration involving public and private Friendly America (DFA), a national collaboration organizations seeking to foster dementia friendly involving over 50 public and private organizations communities across the U.S.
Nov 20, 2015•27 min
Senior Housing Alternatives
Ken Rader is Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Pacific Modern Homes, a company having a series of Pre-Engineered home plans that are designed for Aging in Place, helping transition people throughout all of life's stages. Ken discusses about new developments in this growing market.
Nov 20, 2015•27 min
My Alzheimer’s Story
Susan Macaulay lived in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, for 18 years. She had a successful business as a public speaking coach and trainer. Like many people who care for loved ones with dementia, Susan Macaulay was drafted into a role she never imagined she would be doing. She left what she loved behind to care for her mom who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Four years later, Susan is still getting on with it…
Nov 16, 2015•29 min
What Skilled Nursing Facilities Don't Always Tell You
Phil P. Lindsley is a widely recognized elder and special needs law attorney. His practice is limited to Medi-Cal and public benefits planning, special needs planning, "Life Care" planning, asset protection, probate and trust administration, and conservatorships and their alternatives.
Nov 13, 2015•30 min
Long-term Care Benefits for Veteran’s/Spouses
Victoria Collier founded The Elder & Disability Law Firm of Victoria L. Collier, P.C. to serve the legal needs of senior citizens when their health care needs increase. Victoria is a Certified Elder Law Attorney through The National Elder Law Foundation and has been named as “Fellow” of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). She is the author of 47 Secret Veterans Benefits for Seniors and Paying for Long Term Care – Financial Help for Wartime Veterans: The VA Aid & Attendan...
Nov 06, 2015•31 min
Living Well…Despite Alzheimer’s
Mike Good is the founder of Together in This, an online resource helping family members caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or other dementia. Through short, informative articles and easy-to-use tools, such as his Introductory Guide to Alzheimer’s, he helps caregivers take control and have peace-of-mind that they are doing the right things.
Nov 02, 2015•28 min
Quality of Life with Chronic Medical Conditions
Lisa Dougherty is the founder of the Medical Fitness Network, a volunteer driven organization providing a free national fitness and health care referral service for those with (chronic) medical conditions, including but not limited to: Alzheimer's, Arthritis, Cancer, Diabetes, Fibromyalgia, Heart Disease, Mental Disorders, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, Pre & Postnatal Care, Respiratory Disease and Stroke.
Oct 30, 2015•27 min
The Affordable Care Act’s Affect on Medicare
David Stitt is Chairman and CEO of EnterAct Software, LLC, a firm dedicated to providing comprehensive financial planning tools and services to professional financial planning firms. His writings are published by Prentice Hall in “The Expert’s Guide to Managing and Marketing a Successful Financial Planning Practice," and most recently authored “Federal Income Tax for Age 65 and Older” used in the Certified Senior Advisor certification study materials. David has also hosted a radio talk show, “Mo...
Oct 26, 2015•29 min
Your Personal Legacy in Words and Pictures
After a 30-year career as a writer, photographer and video maker, Bonnie Durrance has spent hundreds of hours interviewing people about their lives and work and what’s important to them. Now, Bonnie is a Certified Life Coach, writer, photographer and director of The Story Comes First® a company dedicated to helping people to tell and share the stories that have changed their lives.
Oct 23, 2015•28 min
How Caregiving Is Changing
Holly Eide, Area Manager for HealthStar Home Health and Lori La Bey, founder of Alzheimer’s Speaks, are dedicated to providing education and support for those dealing with Alzheimers disease and other dementias. They also discuss on new movie on the subject matter, titled "His Neighbor Phil."
Oct 19, 2015•32 min
Parkinson's Disease - Challenges and Advancements
Mike Miles is the Executive Director with Dallas Area Parkinsonism Society where he works with very dedicated professionals, a strong and caring Board of Directors, and to lead a phenomenal group of volunteers to make a significance difference in the lives of others. Mike discusses both the challenges and advancements with Parkinson's Disease.
Oct 16, 2015•29 min
Resuscitate or Do Not Resuscitate
Steve Wagner is the founder of Rightcare Foundation and has a mission of enhancing senior care with respect to resuscitation. Steve has a passion for senior care and the need for education of immediate resuscitation through training at Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing locations.
Oct 16, 2015•29 min
Mental Illness and Suicide Myths
John Dornheim has had a distinguished career in non-profit and fundraising. John is currently doing consulting and volunteer work with several companies and nonprofit organizations, including Green Oaks Hospital, National Alliance on Mental Illness, Mental Health America of Dallas and APAA (Association of Persons Affected by Addiction. John discusses mental health issues facing boomers, the elderly and our society.
Oct 09, 2015•29 min
A Unique Approach to End-of-Life Care
BJ MILLER, MD, has been the Executive Director of the San Francisco’s Zen Hospice Project (ZHP), a unique residential home for palliative approach to end-of-life care, since 2011. BJ, along with his staff and volunteer caregivers, has been providing individuals and their loved ones the comfort, connection, and healing that are much needed by the healthcare system.
Sep 28, 2015•30 min
Enhancing Your Memory
Michele Sanchez has worked for the past 23 years with the senior population. She discusses a program she developed, a therapeutic, research-based Memory Enhancement Program that has expanded from one location to nine locations throughout St.Johns County ,Florida.
Sep 28, 2015•29 min
Differentiating Between Dementia, Delirium Depression
Shelley Wagner RN-BC has over 30 years of psychiatric nursing experience in a variety of settings including inpatient, outpatient and community, public health, and case management. She discusses the key differences between various types of mental illness and dementia.
Sep 23, 2015•29 min
Medication Results for Treatment of Dementia
Amie Taggart Blaszczyk, Pharm.D., CGP, BCPS, FASCP, is an Associate Professor of Geriatric Pharmacy Practice and the Division Head of Geriatrics at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Pharmacy. She discusses the various types of medications that can have both positive and negative effects for the treatment of dementia.
Sep 18, 2015•33 min
The Retrogenesis Theory for Alzheimer’s
Shannon Mackenzie has extensive hands on experience in home health care leadership and discusses the benefits of memory screening, memory cafes and the Retrogenesis Theory for those with dementia.
Sep 17, 2015•30 min
Should We Be Parenting Our Parents?
Jane Wolf Waterman is an attorney that practices psychotherapy. For decades she’s counseled individuals and families to successfully resolve their biggest challenges – be they emotional loss, practical, relational or stage of life. She discusses parenting your parent and many of the issues and challenges related to this stage in life.
Sep 14, 2015•31 min
Best Options for Rehabilitation
Leslie Brown and Renee Baribeau have spent several years in the geriatric industry and together provide expertise in the areas of nursing, rehabilition, patient liason, health and wellness. They discuss rehabilitation and the benefits of a Transitional Care Unit (TCU).
Sep 14, 2015•29 min
A Mix of Home Care and Technology
Seth Sternberg is the Co-Founder & CEO of Honor. Prior to Honor, Seth was the Co-Founder and CEO of Meebo, which brought instant messaging to the web. At 200 people and $50M in revenue, reaching close to half the US internet population, Meebo was acquired by Google. Seth discusses utilizing his knowledge in technology and combining it with in-home care.
Sep 11, 2015•32 min
Walk to End Alzheimer's
The Walk to End Alzheimer’s, the Alzheimer’s Association signature fundraising event is held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide. We learn about Alzheimer's, other types of dementia and more information on this important event.
Sep 11, 2015•29 min
Managing Stress with a Body-Centered Approach
Steve Sisgold is a successful Author, Speaker, Trainer and Executive Coach and has spent the pst 25 years studying and teaching the relationship between beliefs held in the body and success. Steve highlights his new book, "Whole Body Intelligence" and how to best manage stress.
Sep 09, 2015•29 min
Why "Aging" is In
Sheila Malkind has worked in the field of Aging for 50 years and started Legacy Film Series, a company distributing and renting short films on aging. She discusses aging, how elders are looked at and the mindset of seniors.
Sep 03, 2015•30 min
Benefits of an Elder Law Attorney
Phillip P. Lindsley is the senior attorney and founder of San Diego Elder Care Law and a Certified Elder Law Attorney and Certified Legal Specialist, Estate Planning, Trusts and Probate. He discusses several issues including Veteran's long-term care benefits, Medicaid/Medi-Cal, Life Care Planning and spousal protection. Very educational!
Aug 28, 2015•30 min
Forward Thinking with Senior Living
Lori Alford is the Chief Operating Officer for Avanti Senior Living, which owns, develops and operates senior living communities that empower older adults while providing freedom of choice and sophisticated living that defy conventional standards.
Aug 17, 2015•27 min
Music Therapy and the Elderly
John Lehman has created vintage music for memory therapy for both groups and individuals. He discusses why this type of therapy has been so effective for the elderly.
Aug 17, 2015•26 min
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