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Social Security Explained: What Every Retiree Needs to KnowFind out how the “Beyond Break Even” approach differs from simply choosing the age to claim Social Security benefits based on break-even calculations.

After years of resisting the idea of inviting financial planners onto the show, I’m making an exception for this important conversation.

My guests, Russ Gaiser and Mike Hoeflich—co-authors of the bestselling book Beyond Break Even—are not your typical financial advisors. They specialize in Social Security claiming strategies and are passionate about helping people make informed decisions for a more secure and fulfilling retirement.

In this episode, we uncover the five essential pillars of Social Security optimization and debunk some enduring myths along the way.

Whether you’re years away from retirement or already planning your transition, you’ll learn why Social Security is much more than just a break-even calculation—and how intentional choices today can bring you peace of mind, increased wealth, and true freedom in your golden years.

Here are 3 key takeaways everyone approaching retirement should know about Social Security:

Don't Make Social Security Decisions in a Vacuum: Optimizing your benefits goes far beyond simply deciding when to file. Consider how Social Security fits with your broader retirement plan, including taxes, other income sources, and long-term goals (12:45).
Taxation on Social Security Isn't One-Size-Fits-All: About 90% of recipients pay no tax or minimal tax on their benefits, but your specific situation—other income, the timing of filing, and even your state of residence—matters (18:23).
Coordination and Legacy Planning Are Critical: Social Security optimization isn't just about your monthly benefit—it's also about coordinating with your spouse's strategy and planning for survivor and legacy benefits, ensuring financial security for loved ones (32:31).

Moments

00:00 Rethinking retirement income strategies

05:09 Educator-turned-financial advisor journey

09:03 Meeting and teaming up with Russ

11:35 Social Security planning essentials

14:54 Building a cohesive vision

17:26 Understanding Social Security taxes

23:43 Understanding Social Security income limits

25:24 Understanding Social Security Limits

30:41 Importance of financial coordination

33:28 Understanding retirement benefit ages

37:14 Understanding spousal and survivor benefits

40:51 Concerns about retirement savings

44:29 Contact Russ and Mike

FAQ's

What are the five pillars of Social Security optimization discussed in this episode?

The five pillars of Social Security optimization discussed are timing, taxation, coordination, longevity, and legacy. These pillars guide individuals in making informed decisions about when and how to claim Social Security for maximum benefit.

How does working past age 70 affect your Social Security benefits?

Working past age 70 does not increase your Social Security benefits, as benefits stop growing at that point, and you cannot accrue additional delayed retirement credits. RUSS GAISER advises that you should always file for benefits by age 70, regardless of your employment status, to avoid missing out on payments.

Why do RUSS GAISER and MIKE HOEFLICH believe Social Security is secure for the future?

RUSS GAISER and MIKE HOEFLICH believe Social Security is secure because 80% of benefits are funded directly through the FICA payroll tax and Congress has consistently acted to prevent shortfalls. They explain that even if the trust fund runs dry, most benefits would still be payable, and legislative options are available to maintain funding.

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Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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I’m speaking to you directly from my heart.

This week marks the fifth anniversary of my baby brother’s passing, and it’s been a difficult time for my family. As I reflect on my own experience with grief, I want to share what I’ve learned—about the many ways people move through loss and how important it is to be kind to yourself and to others during this journey.

I’ll talk about the well-known stages of grief and why it’s absolutely okay to grieve in your own way, on your own terms. I’ll share stories from my neighborhood and my family, from neighbors who find comfort living alone after loss to others who choose to remarry quickly. I believe there’s no right or wrong way to grieve, and we all deserve the space to do it in the manner that feels right for us.

If you’re grieving, supporting someone who is, or simply seeking to understand more about the process, I hope this episode encourages you to be gentle, to stop judging, and to start listening with empathy. May it bring you comfort, perspective, and the reminder that kindness is key.

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Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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I sit down with author Cammie McGovern, whose latest book, The Last Letters of Sally and Walter, is set to hit shelves soon (April 2026). Cammie brings her wealth of experience as a novelist and teacher to the conversation, sharing the inspiration behind her new work—a heartwarming story about love, friendship, and new beginnings in the later years of life.

Set in a vibrant retirement community, Cammie's novel centers on Sally, a 73-year-old Scrabble prodigy, and Walter, her club leader and soon-to-be companion on and off the Scrabble board. The story beautifully explores the power of connection, the importance of lifelong learning, and the joys of forming rich relationships in your golden years.

We also talk about the realities of aging, the meaningful friendships that blossom later in life, and the importance of seeing older adults authentically represented in books and on screen. So whether you're an older adult, an adult child, or simply interested in stories that celebrate life at every age, this episode is for you.

3 Key Takeaways:

Friendship and New Beginnings: Later-life communities offer incredible opportunities for new friendships and even love, dispelling the myth that meaningful connections belong only to the young.
Representation Matters: We need more fiction and media that highlight the complexity, humor, and vibrancy of older adults—because aging is living, not merely enduring.
Choices and Joy in Aging: Life’s final chapters are filled with options. With curiosity and planning, aging can be a time of growth, fun, and fulfillment.

Email me, Lisa Stockdale, anytime at aginginfullbloom@gmail.com

Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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If you’ve ever dreamed of spending time truly living in Florence, Paris, Portugal, or somewhere off the beaten path, this episode will inspire you to explore the world—and your own joy—at any stage of life.

Welcome to another episode of Aging In Full Bloom. I’m Lisa Stockdale, your host, and today I’m bringing you a conversation that reimagines what travel can look like for older adults.

I’m joined by Andrew Motiwalla, founder and CEO of The Good Life Abroad—a company that takes travel beyond sightseeing tours and solo adventures in unfamiliar cities.

In this episode, I talk with Andrew about his unique, immersive programs that bring together people aged 55 and over for month-long stays in beautiful European cities.

We discuss how these experiences are designed to help you build community, learn new things, and add real joy to your life—what Andrew calls expanding your “joy span.”

We also get into the practicalities you need to consider, like health care abroad and mobility, all while focusing on intentional, meaningful travel that goes way beyond checking places off your bucket list.

Here are 3 key takeaways for those considering the next chapter of exploration:

Community Amplifies Joy: Traveling alongside a cohort—not just as tourists, but as connected “community members”—creates lasting relationships, increases joy, and transforms the travel experience into something much deeper.
Support with Independence: Programs like The Good Life Abroad provide the perfect balance—independence and flexibility to explore, with support from local community managers and fellow travelers, plus essentials like health coverage and local insights.
Intentional Travel Is Transformational: “Checklist” tourism is fine, but setting intentions and embracing the challenge of learning, adapting, and building community can turn each trip into a source of joy and personal growth—at any age.

FAQ's

What is community-driven travel for older adults, as explained in this episode?

Community-driven travel for older adults means joining a cohort to live abroad for at least a month, fostering real connections and shared experiences, rather than just touring or traveling alone. Andrew Motiwalla describes it as living independently with the support of a local community manager and new friends, amplifying joy through relationships 06:01.

How does The Good Life Abroad program support travelers during a month-long stay in Europe?

The Good Life Abroad program arranges fully-equipped apartments, organizes activities three times a week, and provides local support through a community manager who helps each traveler set personal goals and solve problems, including healthcare needs 12:07. Before arrival, participants meet virtually, and on-site, they receive guidance, community events, and 24/7 access to support in case of questions or emergencies.

How does immersive, community-based travel increase joy for people over 55?

Immersive, community-based travel increases joy for people over 55 because it combines learning, adapting, overcoming challenges, and building relationships, all of which have been shown to boost happiness in later life 07:25. As Andrew Motiwalla explains, sharing new experiences with a supportive group amplifies joy and creates longer-lasting fulfillment, or "joy span."

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Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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If you’ve felt your sense of smell is slipping as you age, know someone struggling with dementia or Parkinson’s, or just want to boost your brain health with a simple daily practice, this episode is for you.

Welcome to Aging In Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale! In this episode, I sit down with my special guest, Jonathan Askholm, to explore the fascinating and often overlooked world of olfactory training—the art and science of strengthening your sense of smell.

Together, we dive into how our nose isn’t just about pleasant aromas or powerful memories; it’s deeply connected to brain health, cognition, mood, and our overall well-being.

Jonathan Askholm shares his personal journey—from corporate wellness into a passionate advocate for olfactory training—sparked by his own family’s experience and compelling scientific studies.

Through our conversation, I discovered some surprising truths, like how the olfactory system is the only sense capable of regenerating neurons throughout life, and why smell training is now being recommended to improve memory, mood, and even help those recovering from illnesses like COVID-19.

If you’ve felt your sense of smell is slipping as you age, know someone struggling with dementia or Parkinson’s, or just want to boost your brain health with a simple daily practice, this episode is for you.

Let's learn why smell just might be our most underrated sense—and how it could become your secret weapon for healthy aging.

Read more about it!

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9891899/

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/olfactory-training-during-sleep-could-help-your-memory/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/how-my-brain-works/202410/can-smell-training-improve-memory

3 Key Takeaways:

You can actually “train” your sense of smell. Regular, intentional exposure to specific scents can help sharpen your sense of smell and even regrow some neural pathways.
Olfactory training boosts more than just your nose. Studies show it can improve memory, mood, and overall cognitive function, especially in older adults.
It’s simple and affordable. All you need are concentrated scents like lemon, clove, rose, and eucalyptus—just a few minutes, twice a day, can make a difference.

FAQ's

What is olfactory training, and how can it benefit brain and memory health?

Olfactory training is a practice using concentrated single-scent essential oils like lemon, clove, rose, and eucalyptus, intentionally sniffed twice daily to improve or restore the sense of smell. Scientific studies show this boosts brain and memory health and can enhance cognitive function, mood, and even flavor perception.

How do you actually perform olfactory training at home?

To perform olfactory training at home, smell four different concentrated essential oils (lemon, eucalyptus, rose, clove) twice a day for 20–30 seconds each, ideally using inhaler-style kits for safe, consistent use. Consistency is key: you’ll see noticeable results in the sense of smell and possible cognitive improvements after regular daily practice for several weeks.

Why is olfactory training not more widely recommended despite strong scientific support?

Olfactory training remains under-promoted because the sense of smell is the least understood and understudied sense in neuroscience, despite mounting robust studies confirming its benefits. As Jonathan Askholm explains, there is little public health messaging about it and general skepticism about such a simple, low-cost intervention, even though evidence and experts strongly support its use.

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Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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Thanks for listening to Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale, sponsored by HomeCaire of Ohio. We added an "i" to care because we care about the individual. That includes the individual caregiver and the individual client. From each caregiver's caseload to every client's care plan, we understand that individual preferences and priorities matter. People matter; we haven't lost sight of that here at HomeCaire of Ohio. If you or someone you know needs personal care at home, call 419-458-3000 to learn.

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Whether you’re excited by new technology or wary of its risks, I invite you to listen in as we talk about the real-world opportunities and challenges AI brings to our lives.

In this episode of "Aging In Full Bloom," I’m tackling the complex and sometimes intimidating world of artificial intelligence—and what it means for older adults. I’m

joined by Henry Quinlan, an author and speaker who’s spent years teaching seniors about technology, and together we break down the basics: what AI really is, how it works, and where it’s headed.

Henry Quinlan shares eye-opening examples, like using AI to write personalized messages, plan trips, or even improve recipes at home. But we also dig into the tough questions—loss of jobs, the lack of government regulation, and how AI might impact our sense of connection and companionship. There’s even talk about the possibility of using AI for emotional support, which, to be honest, raises some mixed feelings in me.

My goal is to help you see both sides, and to remind you that, even in a fast-moving digital world, staying connected and cherishing humanity is more important than ever.

Moments

00:00 "AI: From Curiosity to Fear"

04:30 "Using Jasper for Creative Tasks"

08:09 "AI Transforming Writing and Memory"

12:50 "AI Revolutionizing Education and Medicine"

14:33 AI Companions for Seniors

17:50 "Blurry Lines of AI Logic"

20:33 "Google Health: A New Tool"

26:23 Individual Birthday Dinners with Grandkids

28:58 "Positive Insights for Older Adults"

Here are 3 key takeaways for anyone navigating tech and aging:

AI creates meaningful connections and practical support for seniors - From personalized recipe suggestions to virtual companionship tools, AI can help older adults stay engaged, creative, and connected—including bridging generational gaps with grandchildren.
Rapid advancement brings both excitement—and uncertainty - While AI opens doors for healthcare, travel planning, and learning, it’s also shifting job markets and raising questions about emotional dependence and loss of human touch.
Embrace, Explore, but Stay Vigilant - Henry Quinlan encourages seniors to try out AI tools to discover their benefits. However, he reminds us to proceed thoughtfully and be aware of potential risks.

FAQ's

What are the main pros and cons of AI for older adults discussed in this episode?

Henry Quinlan highlights several pros for older adults, including using AI for companionship, improved social and family connections, personalized health advice, recipe creation, and travel planning. However, he also discusses cons such as job loss, overly fast technological change, concerns about empathy and emotional dependence on AI, and the lack of government regulation.

How can seniors safely use AI to connect with family and manage daily life?

Henry Quinlan suggests seniors can use AI tools to communicate with grandchildren, personalize recipes, plan trips, and even redecorate homes. He emphasizes experimenting with AI in a careful, curious manner and being mindful of safety by choosing reputable and well-controlled AI platforms.

Why does Henry Quinlan think AI's rapid growth is both exciting and scary for seniors?

Henry Quinlan is impressed by AI's capabilities but worries its rapid advancement outpaces society's ability to manage risks, potentially causing job losses and emotional challenges, especially for seniors. He believes AI development is moving “much too fast,” with insufficient regulation and potential threats to both personal interactions and established industries.

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Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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I had the pleasure of chatting with Kathleen Sheldon, Director of Outreach and Engagement for BoldAge PACE.

BoldAge PACE is a new, comprehensive senior care program now available to Franklin County, OH residents—and it's truly changing the landscape for aging at home.

Here are three key takeaways anyone in senior services, caregiving, or healthcare should know:

🔹 All-Inclusive Care in the Community:

BoldAge PACE offers medical, social, transportation, and in-home support services, helping seniors age safely and comfortably in their own homes. No more worrying about multiple providers or transportation—PACE brings everything under one roof.

🔹 Eligibility Made Clear:

Participants must be age 55+, live in a state-approved service area (like Franklin County), meet a nursing facility level of care, and be able to live safely in the community with support. Medicaid is the primary payer, but Medicare/Medicaid dual eligibility or private pay are also options.

🔹 No Out-of-Pocket Surprises:

PACE covers all authorized healthcare costs—including hospitalizations—with no copays, deductibles, or premiums for eligible members. Enrollments happen every month, so seniors don't have to wait for open enrollment to get started.

Moments

06:37 Nursing Home Level Care Assessment

07:22 Assessing Care Needs for Independence

11:13 Comprehensive Care Through PACE

13:44 "Comprehensive Services and Next Steps"

17:42 Coordinated Care for Participants

20:24 "Unique Aging Service Model"

23:23 Supporting Independent Senior Living

Email me, Lisa Stockdale, anytime at aginginfullbloom@gmail.com

Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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I had the opportunity to speak with Melanie Henry, who specializes in driver rehabilitation and cognitive driving assessments for older adults. If you have aging loved ones or work with older adults, this episode is an invaluable listen.

Key Takeaways:

Recognizing Warning Signs Matters: Subtle changes—like increased irritability while driving, new dents or scrapes, or changes in social driving habits—could signal it’s time to reassess driving abilities.
Compassionate Conversations Are Key: When approaching this sensitive topic, coming from a place of care, preparation, and concrete examples (like ride-alongs) makes all the difference. Avoid assumptions based merely on age.
Assessment & Independence: Tools now exist to objectively assess driving safety, combining cognitive and on-road evaluations. Many older adults remain safe drivers, and having a clear, unbiased assessment can provide much-needed peace of mind for everyone involved.

This conversation is never easy, but with the right information and a compassionate approach, we can prioritize safety while honoring independence.

Listen to the episode, share it with those who may need it, and let’s keep our roads—and our loved ones—safe.

Moments

00:00 Driving Instructor and Rehab Professional

03:49 Cognitive Driving Assessment Technology

07:45 Driving Safety with Cognitive Decline

10:28 "Driver Observation and Safety Chat"

16:47 Driving Retirement Transition Struggles

18:19 Dementia, Family Decisions, and Driving

23:57 Dementia, Driving Concerns, Awareness

24:55 Cognitive Impairment & Collision Risks

28:39 "Support with Love and Strategy"

Email me, Lisa Stockdale, anytime at aginginfullbloom@gmail.com

Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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What I’ve Learned About Aging from Our Guests and My Own Journey

In my milestone episode, I take a moment to reflect on some of the biggest lessons learned from years of conversations, stories, and experiences in aging and senior care. Whether you’re working in the aging space, an older adult yourself, or caring for someone you love, here are a few key takeaways you might find valuable:

Be Prepared, Beyond the Financials

So many guests have talked about planning ahead—not just financially, but also emotionally and socially. It’s easy to put off these conversations but essential for a smoother journey as we age.

Good People (and Programs) Are Out There

While we often hear about sad stories in senior care, there are still so many passionate people and service organizations making a big difference in the lives of older adults. Why we do what we do really matters!

Stay Connected & Share Your Stories

If there’s one thread throughout every episode, it’s the power of connection and storytelling. Staying connected not only combats loneliness but also keeps our stories—and those of our loved ones—alive.

Thanks to our amazing listeners for engaging, sharing feedback, and being part of the conversation. Here’s to continuing this journey together! If you have topics you’d like to see covered, I’d love to hear from you.

Email me, Lisa Stockdale, anytime at aginginfullbloom@gmail.com

Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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If you’re wondering what the next chapter after your career might look like, or you’re already there, this conversation is all about embracing "the after-work" years as a time of excitement and fulfillment.

I sit down with Don Akchin, the author of "The AfterWork: Finding Fulfilling Alternatives to Retirement." We talk about the realities of retirement today, pushing back against the myth that it’s supposed to be an endless vacation. Instead, Don and I talk about why most Americans can’t—and maybe shouldn’t—aspire to a life of nonstop leisure.

Through his own story and research, he shares how retirement can actually be the start of something new: a time for creativity, personal growth, and renewed purpose, whether that’s through volunteering, part-time work, or picking up new hobbies.

Moments

00:00 "Writing Challenges and Support"

05:45 Leisure Doesn’t Equal Happiness

06:46 "Happiness Beyond Financial Planning"

10:16 Earning in Retirement Insights

14:48 Volunteering Options for Everyone

17:08 "Retirement: A New Beginning"

Here are three key takeaways:

Retirement isn’t the end—it’s a new beginning. As Don shares, most of us have 20-30 years post-career that can be used for growth, contribution, and self-discovery. The idea of endless leisure is neither realistic nor truly fulfilling for most Americans.
Fulfillment comes from engagement, not just relaxation. Whether it’s volunteering, part-time work, or pursuing a lifelong passion, purpose and connection are central to happiness in our later years.
It’s okay to take risks. The pressure is off! The “after work” years are an opportunity to explore, make mistakes, and try out new paths without the stakes being as high as before—embrace it.

Email me, Lisa Stockdale, anytime at aginginfullbloom@gmail.com

Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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Whether you’re already retired, considering it soon, or just curious about what lies ahead, this episode will leave you feeling supported, inspired, and maybe even a little understood.

Welcome to another episode of "Aging In Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale"! In today’s conversation, I welcome bestselling author Tom Marks, whose latest book, "Coming of Age in Retirement: An Advertising Executive Story of Enlightenment and Revelation," is making waves across multiple categories—from aging to mental health.

Join us as Tom Marks shares his candid journey from a high-powered advertising executive to navigating the often-overlooked emotional challenges of retirement. In this episode, he opens up about the unexpected struggles that come with leaving behind a decades-long career, the myths perpetuated by advertising about what retirement “should” look like, and the power of letting go and finding individuality in this new phase of life.

Tom and I have a heartwarming and honest discussion about the realities of aging, why financial planning is just one small piece of the puzzle, and how embracing gratitude and self-discovery can lead to genuine happiness.

Hear practical wisdom, personal stories, and a fresh perspective on finding your own path of happiness in retirement.

Moments

00:00 "Aging Insights with Tom Marks"

05:37 "Peaceful Retiree Transition Project"

08:46 "Escaping the Hamster Wheel"

11:53 Ageism in Advertising Exposed

16:39 "Individuality in Senior Demographics"

19:35 Struggling with Retirement Identity

24:35 Letting Go of Lifelong Sprint

25:45 "Gratitude Meditation for Joy"

30:40 "Apology and Gratitude: Award Speech"

33:10 "Life After Work Reflections"

Here are 3 key takeaways for anyone thinking about life after their career:

Retirement is an emotional transition, not just a financial one. Tom Marks shared that even with decades of financial planning, he felt lost after leaving the business he had built for over 40 years. Emotional preparation matters!
Happiness comes from the path itself, not chasing it. Inspired by a Buddha quote (“There is no path to happiness. Happiness is the path.”), Tom Marks realized fulfillment isn’t about chasing goals, but appreciating what’s in front of you—like family, nature, and the small joys each day.
Individuality matters in retirement. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, despite what advertising and society might suggest. What works for one person won’t necessarily work for another. Tom Marks encourages everyone to find their own “path of happiness,” whatever that looks like.

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Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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If you’ve ever felt ambivalent or even anxious about your birthday, stick around—you’ll find plenty of inspiration and insights in this episode!

Welcome to another episode of Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale! I’m Lisa, your host, and today I have a truly special guest joining me—Tamar Hurwitz-Fleming, author of How to Have a Happy Birthday and the How to Have a Happy Birthday Workbook. In this conversation, Tamar and I talk about the complicated emotions that can surround our birthdays, especially as we grow older. We chat about everything from why birthdays can sometimes leave us feeling blue to how we can reclaim the day as a joyful, intentional celebration.

Tamar shares her personal story of moving from heartbreak on her 18th birthday to discovering the power of creating her own happiness. Together, we explore practical tips for planning a birthday that really lights you up, letting go of unrealistic expectations from others, and treating your birthday like the major personal holiday it truly is. We also talk about facing milestone birthdays, navigating the realities of aging, and embracing each year with gratitude and purpose.

Moments

00:00 Self-Made Birthday in France

06:10 Honoring Grief and Celebrating Life

08:37 Plan Your Birthday Celebration

11:32 Embracing Birthday Joy

13:44 Embracing 60's Transition

18:20 Embrace Birthday Celebrations

20:11 "60th Birthday Reinvention"

Here are 3 key takeaways for anyone approaching a milestone year (or who’s ever felt the "birthday blues"):

Take Ownership of Your Happiness: Don’t wait for others to make your birthday special. Plan ahead and create the experience you want—it’s your personal New Year!

Release Unrealistic Expectations: Many birthday disappointments come from expecting others to deliver joy for us. Be direct about what you want, and don’t be afraid to ask for it.

Embrace Aging as a Privilege: Each birthday is a celebration of life and a reminder of the unique journey you’re on. Rather than dreading “big numbers,” honor the wisdom and growth you’ve gained.

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Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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If you’re looking for simple strategies to sharpen your mind and enrich the quality of your life as you age, you’ll find plenty of inspiration and actionable advice here. Join us as we celebrate the joys of learning, growing, and blooming—at every age.

Welcome to Aging In Full Bloom! I’m Lisa Stockdale, and in this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Angie Dortch—an educator, caregiver, and the creative mind behind a unique wellness program designed just for us, the active aging community. Angie shares her journey, inspired by caring for her mother and her background in the performing arts, and together we dive into the importance of not just aging, but learning how to age well.

In our conversation, Angie introduces practical, easy-to-use memory tips—like her object recall exercises—that I personally tried out (and loved!). We laugh about the everyday struggle of finding our keys, and Angie reassures us that those little lapses don’t mean we’re losing our minds. We also explore the value of staying socially connected, embracing lifelong learning, and facing the future with enthusiasm rather than dread.

Moments

00:00 Pioneer of Holistic Wellness

03:10 Neglected Wellness for Aging Adults

09:36 "Social Connection Programs for Seniors"

10:37 Virtual Community Initiative During COVID

15:46 Group Dynamics and Decision-Making

17:52 Experiential Learning Practice

22:34 Memory Exercise and Mental Flexibility

24:20 "Mastering Attention and Presence"

27:06 Embrace Aging with Enthusiasm

Here are my top three takeaways:

Learning How to Age Is a Lifelong Skill: Just like becoming a teenager, a parent, or a professional, aging well is something we must actively learn. It doesn’t just happen—we’re always honing new skills.
Intentional Practice Improves Memory: Angie’s “object recall” activity is a simple yet powerful exercise. Place a personal item in a designated spot, write down where you put it, and try to recall its location later. This intentional act of focusing your attention really does work!
Social & Emotional Wellness Are Just as Important as Physical Health: Loneliness is a major challenge for aging adults. Angie’s programs encourage group work and personal connection to keep the mind flexible and the heart full.

Email me, Lisa Stockdale, anytime at aginginfullbloom@gmail.com

Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient deserves personalized care tailored to their needs, in the way they prefer. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We view each person as an individual, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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If you’re facing the challenge of helping your parents move or wondering how to open those tough conversations about the future, this episode is full of guidance, support, and smart strategies to help you—and your family—thrive at every stage.

Welcome to another episode of Aging in Full Bloom! In this episode, I sit down with Marty Stevens-Heebner, a bestselling author, nationally recognized later life expert, and CEO of Clear Home Solutions, to tackle one of life’s trickiest transitions: moving your parents.

Drawing from her own experience as the “designated adult” in her family, Marty opens up about helping her aging father, the emotional hurdles so many of us face, and why even the most organized families can find this process incredibly challenging. She brings heartfelt wisdom and practical tips—covering everything from “right-sizing” your life and handling sentimental clutter, to navigating family disagreements and recognizing when clutter might actually be hoarding.

Together, we break down actionable ways to organize, declutter, and have those essential conversations with loved ones about planning for the next chapter. You’ll hear expert advice on making these big transitions more manageable, while preserving relationships and your own peace of mind.

Moments

00:00 Designated Adult: Managing Later Life

05:13 "Right-Sizing Your Life"

06:51 Unlocking Emotional Support for Clients

10:35 Rethinking Decluttering Methods

15:48 "Accountability Partner for Productivity"

19:31 Hoarding Scale Explained

22:03 Building Trust with a Hoarder

24:56 "Clutter Hazards Uncovered"

27:51 Discussing Future Care Preferences

30:21 Discussing Vulnerability and Future Care

35:22 "Managing Sandwich Generation Responsibilities"

37:21 Moving and Downsizing Services Guide

Age Wise Alliance

National Association of Senior and Specialty Move Managers

Here are my top three takeaways:

Start conversations early & often: Don’t save “the talk” for a crisis moment. Building trust means having a series of honest, respectful conversations with your parents about their wishes—acknowledging their autonomy and learning what’s truly important to them.
Downsize in do-able steps: Don’t let clutter (or “your stuff”) take charge. Break down the process—tackle one drawer or closet at a time, schedule short decluttering sessions, and keep it manageable. Celebrate the small wins and remember that progress, not perfection, is the goal.
Ask for (and accept) help: Whether it’s from siblings, professionals, or specialized moving managers, you don’t have to go through this alone. Enlist support so you have the emotional bandwidth to care and be present for your loved ones.

Email me, Lisa Stockdale, anytime at aginginfullbloom@gmail.com

Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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The Impact of Home Ownership on Longevity: "having too much of a concentration of rental in one neighborhood maybe is not helpful for longevity and the like." - Justin Moor

I have the pleasure of sitting down with Justin Moor, the President and CEO of the Area Office on Aging of Northwestern Ohio. Justin and his organization serve ten counties in our region, with a mission to help those who are 60 and better, not just older, live healthier, fuller, and longer lives.

Together, Justin and I talk about the many services his agency offers, from case management and home repairs to meals, transportation, and vital caregiver support. We talk about how every community is unique, discuss the realities and challenges around Medicaid and long-term care, and explore the incredible value older adults continue to bring to our society.

Justin also shares some eye-opening stories about how basic resources, safe housing, and social connection can impact longevity, and why advocacy at every level can make such an important difference. Whether you’re an older adult yourself, a family caregiver, or just someone passionate about creating better communities for aging in place, you’ll find practical advice and encouragement here.

Here are my top 3 takeaways from this episode:

"60 or Better" Mindset: Words matter! Justin stressed the importance of using inclusive language (“60 or better” vs. “60 or older”) to help break down barriers of ageism and make reaching out for support less intimidating.
Aging in Place & Community-Centric Support: Today's seniors overwhelmingly want to age at home. The Area Office on Aging and its national counterparts focus on direct and contracted services—case management, meals, transportation, home modification, and more—to ensure this is possible, regardless of income.
Caregivers Need Care Too: Behind every thriving older adult is often a selfless, unpaid family caregiver. Support programs for these family heroes are vital, and sometimes the “responsible family member” needs to hear that it’s okay to ask for help!

Email me, Lisa Stockdale, anytime at aginginfullbloom@gmail.com

Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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Life Hack to Look Younger: "There's a surefire way to look younger. Tell people to step back." - Diane Dean-Epps

I have the pleasure of chatting with Diane Dean-Epps — an author, humorist, and, as she puts it, the queen of multiple jobs that make her a minimum amount of money. Diane just released a new book called Bangs and Botox: My Aging Journey Into, Through and Beyond Denial, Fillers, and Human Preservatives, and together, we’re diving into the ups and downs (and laughs!) of accepting aging.

During our conversation, Diane opens up about her personal journey: how she’s learned to face her changing reflection, why she swears by bangs as an anti-aging “arsenal,” and her admittedly hilarious adventures with fillers and Botox. We also have an honest talk about the emotional side of growing older—those unsolicited public comments, the shift in how others view us, and, ultimately, the power and joy that come from embracing who we truly are, even if we’re not everyone’s cup of tea.

If you’re wrestling with the idea of aging, wondering how to own your story, or just need a hearty laugh and a dose of encouragement, this is an episode for you. So join me as we explore why laughter is such good medicine, and how accepting ourselves—wrinkles, quirks, and all—can be the most liberating part of growing older.

Key Moments

00:00 "Aging Acceptance Journey"

05:29 Embracing Aging with Humor

07:30 "Embracing Authenticity Over Necessity"

12:45 No Judging Cosmetic Choices

14:24 "Realizing Aging Through Others' Remarks"

19:14 "From Humorous Mysteries to History"

22:59 "Inner Reflections on Happiness"

23:26 "Saying 'No' and Pursuing Dreams"

Three key takeaways:

Humor is a powerful tool for acceptance: Diane reminds us that laughter is truly good medicine when it comes to embracing the changes that come with getting older. Self-deprecating humor and a lighthearted perspective can make the journey much more enjoyable.
Own your journey—on your own terms: Whether it’s choosing “bangs and Botox” or simply saying “no” more often, Diane encourages us all to make choices that support our own happiness—regardless of social pressures or others’ opinions.
Connection over comparison: Every story matters. Diane's message is clear: we’re all aging from the moment we stop producing collagen (yikes, age 21!)—so let’s uplift each other, share our experiences, and avoid judgment, whether our choices are about wellness, appearance, or anything else.

Email me, Lisa Stockdale, anytime at aginginfullbloom@gmail.com

Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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I enjoyed sitting down with Marc Cooper, the insightful author behind "Older to Elder." Together, we discuss the difference between simply getting older and consciously stepping into the role of an elder—a transformation that calls for intention, mindfulness, and a commitment to higher purpose.

Marc brings a refreshing perspective, moving beyond conversations about ageism and decline to focus on what’s possible when we choose to live with wisdom, curiosity, and compassion. We talk about what it means to be a “contemporary elder” and how this journey involves embracing—not avoiding—life’s endings, and, in doing so, finding freedom, peace, and relevance.

Whether you’re navigating your own path through aging or supporting someone you love, I think this conversation will inspire you. It’s all about seeing aging not just as something that happens to us, but something we can deeply engage with—so we can truly age in full bloom.

Key Moments

00:00 Overcoming Ageism: "Older to Elder"

05:13 "Elders' Acceptance of Aging"

07:11 Embrace Death to Live Fully

11:59 Self-Discovery and Cultural Isolation

14:56 Embracing Life's Unfairness

18:29 Elder Freedom and Expression

23:07 "Life's End: Plan Backwards"

24:22 Hearing Life's Higher Purpose

30:10 Elder Acknowledgment and Transition

31:22 Inspiration: Confidence, Compassion, Kindness

Here are my big takeaways:

Elderhood is a Choice, Not Just a Stage: Becoming an elder requires mindfulness, intentionality, and self-inquiry. It’s about embracing the responsibilities and freedoms that come with age, rather than passively accepting societal narratives about getting old.

Legacy Through Presence and Purpose: Elders aren’t just “older” people—they’re contributors and stewards. By focusing on a higher purpose, elders enrich not only their own lives but also their communities, impacting personal, business, and political conversations with newfound wisdom.

Spirituality & Self-Reflection Are Key: The journey from older to elder hinges on self-acceptance, letting go of the past, and cultivating a sense of meaning. Marc emphasizes that this is a spiritual journey as much as a practical one, embracing uncertainty and fostering peace with both life and death.

Email me, Lisa Stockdale, anytime at aginginfullbloom@gmail.com

Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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Thank you for listening to Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale

Thanks for listening to Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale, sponsored by HomeCaire of Ohio. We added an "i" to care because we care about the individual. That includes the individual caregiver and the individual client. From each caregiver's caseload to every client's care plan, we understand that individual preferences and priorities matter. People matter; we haven't lost sight of that here at HomeCaire of Ohio. If you or someone you know needs personal care at home, call 419-458-3000 to learn.

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"...Everybody takes their car in to get routine maintenance, because they don't want costly repairs or their vehicle to break down. And the home is the same thing." - Sean Fitzgerald

In this part of our series on aging at home, I’m taking a closer look at something that’s vital for seniors—but often gets overlooked: home maintenance. I’m joined by Sean Fitzgerald, president of TruBlue Home Service Ally, to talk about why proper home upkeep is so important for older adults who want to stay safe and independent in their own homes.

Sean and I discuss the common challenges seniors face, from preventing falls to simple chores that become harder as we age. He explains how TruBlue’s services—like home safety assessments, grab bar installation, and maintenance packages—can help solve these problems and give both seniors and their families peace of mind.

We also talk about how even small fixes, like improving lighting or clearing clutter, can make a big difference. Whether you’re a senior yourself, caring for an older loved one, or interested in starting a purpose-driven business in this field, you’ll find valuable insights in today’s conversation.

Highlights from the Conversation:

Safety First: Home safety assessments are vital to help prevent falls. TruBlue experts look for clutter, poor lighting, tricky doorways, and more—simple fixes that make a big difference.
Senior-Centered Modifications: The most-requested update? Grab bars! These and other modifications (like walk-in showers) can be surprisingly affordable and tailored to each person’s needs.
Ongoing Maintenance: TruBlue offers regular maintenance packages. Think quarterly filter changes, lighting checks, fixing doors, and handling seasonal outdoor chores like snow removal—so you or a loved one isn’t up on a ladder alone.
Trusted Employees: All work is done by TruBlue’s own screened and insured employees, not subcontractors, giving you peace of mind.

Did you know?

The #1 home modification? GRAB BARS! But they also offer creative solutions—like affordable ways to turn your tub into a walk-in shower, without the full remodel price tag. Seniors should have safety and dignity at home.

Email me, Lisa Stockdale, anytime at aginginfullbloom@gmail.com

Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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What are some of the most important factors you should consider when planning to age at home?

Welcome to another episode of Aging In Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale. I’m so glad you’re here as we wrap up our “Aging at Home” series with a conversation packed full of practical strategies to help you—or the ones you love—stay safe, independent, and happy right at home.

In this episode, I’m joined by Deana Liss, Executive Director of Elderwerks, a nonprofit organization from Illinois that provides complimentary support to older adults and their families. Together, we dive into what it really takes to age well at home, covering everything from making your living space safer and more accessible to financial planning, long-term care options, and the vital importance of honest conversations and early planning.

We’ll also tackle the rising threat of scams targeting seniors and point you to reliable resources and a supportive community, with highlights on the Elderwerks Senior Resource Directory—a goldmine of information for anyone navigating the aging process.

Whether you’re hoping to age in place, helping a loved one, or work with older adults, you’ll find practical advice, peace of mind, and a few moments of laughter along the way. Join us as we empower ourselves to make thoughtful, confident choices about aging well.

Top Takeaways from This Episode:

Keys to Aging Well at Home - Deana shares that aging well at home starts with planning. This means honestly evaluating your current health, finances, and home setup.

Plan Financially for Every Stage - If home isn’t an option, knowing the costs of senior living is essential. Assisted living can start at $6,000/month, with memory care and skilled nursing reaching as high as $11,000/month.

Don’t Hesitate to Ask for Help - Reaching out for support or sharing your plans with family doesn’t signal a loss of independence—it secures it.

Key Moments

00:00 Elderwerks Expands Aging Support Services

04:26 Aging Gracefully at Home

07:28 Rising U.S. Aging Costs

11:18 Elder Care Support and Planning

15:12 "Elderwerks: Aging Resources Online"

16:15 Elder Works: Comprehensive Care Experts

19:53 Scams Escalating: Seniors at Risk

25:52 Elderwerks Funding and Partnership Efforts

27:47 Aging Well: Planning Resources

Email me, Lisa Stockdale, anytime at aginginfullbloom@gmail.com

Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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Curious about how your local pharmacy can help you age at home?

In this episode, we look into the benefits of choosing a local pharmacy, and how it can enhance your ability to age at home successfully.

My guest is Hussain, an experienced pharmacist and owner of GoodNeighbors Family Pharmacy in Toledo, Ohio. Hussain shares his vast experience with seniors and discusses the personalized services his pharmacy offers, such as free delivery, home vaccinations, and medication packaging.

Together, we highlight the importance of building relationships with local pharmacies and the personalized attention they provide—benefits that go beyond what's typically available at chain pharmacies.

Here's what we uncover...

Personalized Care is Key: Local pharmacies offer a unique level of personal attention and familiarity. Hussain emphasizes the importance of knowing each patient personally, which can lead to better health outcomes through tailored advice and support.
Superior Services for Seniors: From free home delivery to in-home vaccination services, local pharmacies provide invaluable programs to support aging at home. Their medication packaging ensures seniors take the right dose at the right time, reducing the risk of medication errors significantly.
Community-Strengthening Benefits: Shopping local doesn't just benefit your health; it strengthens community ties. Local pharmacies hire locally and invest in community relationships, offering an essential alternative to chain pharmacies with consistent and caring service.

00:00 "Local vs. Chain Pharmacy Staffing"

05:34 "Community Support in Local Pharmacies"

07:54 Free Medication Compliance Packaging

12:52 Local Pharmacy Cost Savings

13:25 Saving Patients Money with Coupons

GoodNeighbors Family Pharmacy

Email me, Lisa Stockdale, anytime at aginginfullbloom@gmail.com

Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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With this episode, I start our our "Aging at Home" series with a focus on the invaluable role of home care.

I am joined by a remarkable guest, Stephen Tweed, a leading expert in the home care industry. Steven is the CEO of Leading Home Care, a consulting and publishing company specializing in the home care sector, and he's also the founder of the Home Care CEO Forum.

Stephen shares his personal journey and professional insights, revealing how home care can not only support individuals in staying independent but also foster a sense of peace for families.

Through his extensive experience, both personally as a father to his son Jason and professionally, Stephen highlights the benefits and essence of home care in today's society.

We also talk about how to choose the right home care agency and discuss the significance of preparing for senior care as the fastest-growing demographic in our society continues to rise.

Whether you're a family member looking for care or considering starting an agency, this episode is packed with valuable insights and advice.

Here are some key highlights

🔹 Home Care as Independence: Many people believe that accepting home care means losing independence, but Stephen emphasizes that it's about enhancing and maintaining independence.

🔹 Choosing the Right Home Care: Whether through personal recommendations, advice from trusted advisors, or thorough online research, finding the right home care can significantly impact one's experience and satisfaction.

🔹 The Growing Importance of Home Care: As many prefer to receive care at home, home care is positioned as a key to providing peace of mind and quality of life.

Key Moments

00:00 Leading Home Care CEO Overview

04:04 The Blessings of Home Care

08:24 Reluctance to Accept Elderly Care

10:09 Home Care: Preferred by Seniors

14:25 Passion for Home Health Industry

16:33 Understanding Home Care Options

21:53 Managed Care and Home Care Referrals

23:24 Home Care Mastermind Journey

28:22 Senior Home Care Awareness Encouraged

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"Turning Volunteerism Into a Recruitment Platform": "I thought, okay, if I can kind of think of this almost as a recruitment platform and use the students need for volunteer hours, I can find the hidden gems." - Isabella Solano

I am delighted to explore the powerful impact of intergenerational friendships with my guest, Isabella Solano, the inspiring founder of Herralink.

Isabella's nonprofit initiative in Northern Virginia connects high school students with seniors in various communities to build meaningful friendships and combat loneliness.

We talk about how Herralink started, the personal motivation driving Isabella's mission, and the growing positive outcomes for both young volunteers and seniors.

Learn about the importance of connection and how fostering these relationships can not only enrich lives but also change how we perceive the aging process.

Key Moments

00:00 Finding Joy in Nursing Home Visits

05:48 Seniors: Forgotten and Isolated

09:07 Senior Community Activity Collaboration

12:39 Intergenerational Benefits and Loneliness Solutions

14:42 "Real Connection Over Digital Illusions"

16:45 "Embracing Aging Positively"

Here are three key takeaways that really stood out:

Empathy and Connection: By participating in activities like bingo or arts and crafts, students and seniors become genuine friends, fostering empathy and understanding across generations.
Personal and Professional Growth: Through volunteering, young people gain invaluable life skills. These interactions teach young individuals to communicate beyond digital screens, enhancing their social skills and emotional intelligence.
The Ripple Effect of Friendship: Students carry these experiences forward, learning the importance of community involvement and how small acts of kindness can combat loneliness and improve well-being.

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I am joined by Amanda Barusch, a retired professor of social work and gerontology, who brings a wealth of personal and professional experience to our discussion.

Amanda recently authored the compelling book, "Aging Angry, Making Peace with Rage."

Fear of anger can ultimately be as destructive as expressed rage, fomenting social isolation, injustice, and misunderstanding. In rich and insightful prose, "Aging Angry" draws upon the experiences of hundreds of older adults and a wealth of literary and academic sources to empower readers with new understanding of anger’s sources, dynamics, and possibilities.

Together, we explore the underlying causes of anger in older adults, from workplace ageism to family dynamics, and discuss how this anger can be understood and even channeled into positive change. We uncover the realities of aging beyond the stereotypes and learn how to make peace with rage. Hear invaluable insights and advice for anyone experiencing or witnessing the complexities of aging.

Key Moments

00:00 Engaging Topic: Anger in Senior Care

05:58 "Aging Angry"

09:12 Pause for Thoughtful Response

12:35 Family Dynamics and Communication Challenges

15:22 "Rage as a Catalyst for Change"

18:01 Listening Fuels Positive Change

22:33 "Managing Anger in Restrictive Cultures"

25:51 Challenging Ageism Assumptions

27:03 Evaluating Attitudes in Elder Care

Key Takeaways

Practice the Pause: Reacting impulsively to anger often leads to regret. Taking a moment to pause allows for more thoughtful responses and channeling anger into positive change.
Family Dynamics Matter: Interactions with family members are the most common source of anger among older adults. Finding ways to communicate effectively and respectfully can mitigate this.
Anger as a Catalyst: Anger, even at its most intense, is a powerful motivator for change. Recognizing and managing it productively can lead to significant personal and social transformations.

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I explore the power and importance of storytelling with Andrew Hall, cofounder of No Story Lost.

Andrew and his team are dedicated to preserving life's treasured moments by transforming individuals' life stories into beautifully crafted heirloom books. We explore the power of memories, the connection that storytelling fosters, and the legacy it leaves behind. You'll learn about the process of capturing these stories and the special value they hold for families, as well as discuss tips for ensuring that no story is ever lost.

Whether you're curious about creating a lasting tribute to a loved one or simply interested in the magic of storytelling, this is an insightful conversation.

Memorable Moments

00:00 Creating Personal Life Story Books

05:22 Quality Storytelling Over DIY Solutions

10:00 Interview Insights: Life's Purpose

12:31 Unlocking Shy Interviewees

14:42 One-Hour Love Story Book

17:44 Capture Family Stories Now

Here are 3 key takeaways from my conversation with Andrew:

The Power of Storytelling: Andrew highlighted how storytelling not only serves as a profound way to preserve memories but also strengthens family connections and passes on invaluable wisdom and values to the next generation.
Value of Personal Memoirs: For those who think they may not have much to tell, Andrew's experience proves otherwise. Everyone’s stories, no matter how small, can become engaging narratives that capture their essence and history.
Preserving Legacy: No Story Lost offers a unique service that combines expert interviewing, writing, and book designing to ensure that these memories are not only preserved but cherished in high-quality, heirloom books.

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Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale is sponsored by HomeCaire. We believe every patient should get the personalized care they need, in the way they want it. Every caregiver should feel supported, valued, and motivated. We see each person as their own entity, with unique needs, desires, and skills. Our goal is to best support our family as they reach new milestones.

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Thank you for listening to Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale

Thanks for listening to Aging in Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale, sponsored by HomeCaire of Ohio. We added an "i" to care because we care about the individual. That includes the individual caregiver and the individual client. From each caregiver's caseload to every client's care plan, we understand that individual preferences and priorities matter. People matter, and we haven't lost sight of that here at HomeCaire of Ohio. If you or someone you know needs personal care at home, call 419-458-7000 to learn.

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Do you want to make your home smart, but aren't sure where to begin? Are you worried about hackers taking control of your smart devices? Do you want to make a smart home that keeps your family entertained, comfortable, and safe?

My guest is the author of The Smart Home Manual, Marlon Buchanan. He has worked in the IT field for over twenty-five years as a software developer, a college instructor, and an IT Director.

When you are done reading The Smart Home Manual you'll know:

What a smart home is and what it can do for you
How much smart homes cost
How to start building your smart home from scratch
How to pick the right smart home devices
How to plan for the future of the smart home
How to secure your smart home

Plus, you'll be equipped with all the tools and information you need to plan, design, and implement the smart home you've always wanted.

And make a note of his 3 tips for a smart home, which includes:

a good home network/wifi
think about what you want your smart home to do for you
start simple and play, and then add more

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The Smart Home Manual: How to Automate Your Home to Keep Your Family Entertained, Comfortable, and Safe

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Meals-on-Wheels from LifeCare Alliance delivers thousands of meals each day to satisfied customers in Franklin, Madison, Marion, Champaign, and Logan counties. And how is it done? Most of it with volunteer help.

My guest is Stephanie Sparrow Hughes, Development & Community AffairsDevelopment & Community Affairs at LifeCare Alliance. Meals-On-Wheels is LifeCare Alliance's signature program and is volunteer intensive. But they make it easy for anyone to volunteer.

It's easy to do so, and easy to learn more about how to make a huge difference in older adults' lives around Central Ohio.

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"86 going on 60."

That's what and how my guest feels. James Flaherty is the author of Dear Old Friends.

The book is a reminder you don't stop playing because you got old--you got old because you stopped playing (and laughing and learning and creating and living). Besides a Happy Memoir from an author who wrote this book at age 44 and 85--DEAR OLD FRIENDS was originally a love letter to all the wonderful, much older friends the author said made his life so much more worthwhile.

Full of loving advice for aging magnificently, you'll want to read it and want all your Dear Old Friends--not just your parents--to read, smile, learn and think about how satisfying it is to make every day better.

As James reminds us, today is the oldest you've ever been--and the youngest you'll ever be--so let's make today great.

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DEAR OLD FRIENDS: A LOVING REMINDER THE BAND WON'T STOP PLAYING TILL YOU STOP DANCING XO, Jim

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"I teach people with arthritis to move differently, so they can overcome pain and get back to doing the things they love."

My guest is Dr. David Sofer. And this is a quote from his website, www.arthritishelp.info.

In our conversation, he states that being diagnosed with arthritis is not a call to the wheelchair and chronic pain. Yes, arthritis is a chronic condition possibly giving us chronic pain. But 50% of those diagnosed with arthritis will not feel the pain or discomfort of this disease.

He teaches the principles of movement, which breaks down the fundamentals of how we move. That helps us understand how to live with arthritis.

Dr. Dave talks more about posture as well. As he states in this interview, there is no such thing as good or bad posture. Your body tends toward what is comfortable for you, to get your body to balance over your bones.

And finally, we talk about how patients are diagnosed with arthritis, and how it is wearing and irregularity in your joints.

His website is full of free tutorials and videos to help you help yourself understand and manage the pain of arthritis.

Dr. Dave developed his unique method for relieving arthritis pain by combining his decades of clinical practice as a physical therapist and his background as a champion gymnast and springboard diver. Refining this method over thousands of treatments for arthritis patients Dr. Dave inspires and empowers them to overcome their limitations and regain the ability to do the things they love.

He has shown that everyone has the ability to improve no matter their age, diagnosis, or physical ability. With the right guidance, understanding, and commitment you have the ability to feel better.

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The Choose Home Care Act of 2021, introduced by Senators Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Todd Young (R-IN), aims to give more seniors the option to receive care at home for 30 days after a hospitalization, rather than going to a skilled nursing facility or other transitional settings.

The legislation would open the door to a variety of home-based services, including skilled nursing, therapy, primary care, personal care, RPM, telehealth, meals, home adaptations and non-emergent transportation.

My guest is Joe Russell, Executive Director at Ohio Council for Home Care and Hospice.

Here's how you can take action to help this Act move forward.

And here's a link to helpful tips to get your voice heard by your representatives.

image thanks to thinkstock

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Ed Brazee, Jill Spencer, and Chris Toy from Boomer Tech Adventures are back as my guests on this episode.

BoomerTECH Adventures is all about serving boomers and seniors who want to feel competent and confident in their online skills while using their personal technology devices.

Spamming is kind of a benign form of scamming. It's not necessarily evil, but it certainly does take resources and time. Be sure to keep your personal information offline because that's how the spammers find you. Plus, if you have a digital assistant like Siri or Amazon's system, Alexa or Google, they are always listening. That can actually result in ads that will kind of target you.

Be careful if you receive an email that may like it's from a known source or an unknown source. If it has a link in the email and it asks you to click on that link from inside the email, you want to avoid that. What's happening is that the hacker or scammer is directing you to go to a place that they have designated.

Similar to that is, more and more, you'll see your social media someone who you know, you're friends with, and you get a message from this friend asking you to be their friend, but you're already their friend. Don't do anything with that request.

A recent survey showed that 19% of people between 50 and 64 have explored online dating,
And a lot of people are looking for companionship. They're recent widows, widowers, or divorced and would really like to have someone in their life. But beware. These scammers are charming, they're persistent, persuasive, and they play on your emotions, especially guilt. If there's any request for money, end the conversation right there.

The Amazon brushing scam. Brushing is a scam in which third-party Amazon vendors send people products they never actually bought. While this may seem an odd scam at first, it is all to do with exploiting Amazon's search ranking system. This then pushes their items up their search rankings and encourages more genuine purchases.

When it's all said and done, trust your intuition, trust your hunch. If it doesn't feel right, don't go there, don't do it.

Find out more about BoomerTECH Adventures on their website - https://www.boomertechadventures.com/

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Ed Brazee, Jill Spencer, and Chris Toy from Boomer Tech Adventures are my guests on this episode.

BoomerTECH Adventures is all about serving boomers and seniors who want to feel competent and confident in their online skills while using their personal technology devices.

Here are the five tech issues that drive Boomers crazy that we cover in this episode.

1) Keeping passwords straight and the importance of knowing how to organize passwords. And remember that there's a difference between passwords and passcodes.

2) Once you get online, one of the things that everyone, especially seniors, should be concerned with is being safe, secure of aware online.

3) Accessibility features on our devices. A lot of people don't even know that these exist.

4) Becoming more self-reliant in terms of knowing how to ask the right questions about their devices or their technology.

5) How to use tech for fun.

Find out more about BoomerTECH Adventures on their website - https://www.boomertechadventures.com/

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Why does a 24-year old purchase a 200+ year old local newspaper business?

My guest is Bonnie Rutledge. She was born and raised in Harrison County, took a summer internship at the Harrison News-Herald newspaper as she worked through college. Over a three year period, she learned the newspaper business which helped her step into the role of ownership.

In this interview, I talk to her about how she is looking to refreshing the content of this weekly newspaper, the look and online reach, as well as supporting the community and Harrison County in every way possible.

https://www.harrisonnewsherald.com/home/

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My guest is author Andrew Robin, and we find out more on how to build a great life after your several-decade long career.

His book is an easy, step-by-step guide.

https://www.amazon.com/TAPAS-LIFE-Rewarding-After-Career/dp/1736333909

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TAPAS LIFE: A Rich and Rewarding Life After Your Long Career

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My guest is Patti Davis, the daughter of former U.S. President Ronald Reagan and Nancy Reagan.

When Patti's father announced his Alzheimerâs diagnosis in an address to the American public in 1994, the world had not yet begun speaking about this cruel, mysterious disease.

Empowered by all she learned from caring for her fatherâabout the nature of the illness, but also about the loss of a parentâDavis founded a support group for the family members and friends of Alzheimerâs patients. Along with a medically trained co-facilitator, she met with hundreds of exhausted and devastated attendees to talk through their pain and confusion.

Her book, Floating in the Deep End: How Caregivers can See Beyond Alzheimer's, discusses her experiences to provide her unique experience of battling Alzheimerâs.

https://www.amazon.com/Floating-Deep-End-Caregivers-Alzheimers/dp/1631497987/

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For more than 30 years, the Mount Carmel Street Medicine program has been providing free urgent medical care to central Ohioans whom are uninsured or underinsured. The Street Medicine team serves individuals experiencing homelessness, refugees, immigrants, victims of human trafficking, and anyone who has barriers accessing medical care.

My guest is Laura Imbrock, a Mount Carmel Street Medicine case worker.

The Street Medicine team is comprised of a comprehensive team of healthcare professionals, including a family practice physician, family nurse practitioner, psychiatric nurse practitioner, registered nurses, medical technicians, bilingual case workers, and community paramedic who are prepared to provide the most needed care and support.

https://www.mountcarmelhealth.com/about-us/community-benefit/outreach-programs/mobile-medical-coach-and-street-medicine

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The OSU College of Nursing is currently recruiting participants for a research project exploring pain in Alzheimerâs disease.

My guests include my longtime friend Michelle Crum who is a Research Recruitment Specialist at The Ohio State University. Plus, Karon Ross, PhD, RN, CNL and Assistant Professor at The Ohio State University is at the table. She is the principal investigator in this very important study.

We really encourage you to participate in this study if you are over 60, and within a 2 hour drive of The Ohio State University. You can reach Michelle at crum.257@osu.edu or call her at (614) 292-0226.

Here is a link to the article Michelle and I talk about in this episode.
https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2021/02/alzheimers-dementia-pain-memory/617994/

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Most diet books teach you to set short-term weight loss goals. These âsolutionsâ do a better job of lightening your wallet than lightening you.

As a heart surgeon who used to be morbidly obese, Dr. Philip Ovadia has seen firsthand the failures of mainstream diets and medicine. He realized that what helped him lose over 100 pounds was the same solution that could have prevented most of the thousands of open heart surgeries he has performedâmetabolic health.

In Stay off My Operating Table, Dr. Ovadia shares the complete metabolic health system to prevent disease and optimize your health, a system that the diet and drug industries donât want you to know about. Unlike quick-fix, â7-day,â radical diets, Dr. Ovadiaâs approach is a sustainable, long-term solution that could work for you.

Whether youâve suffered from chronic diseases or want to prevent them decades from now, Stay off My Operating Table could help you take back control of your health.

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Central Ohio friends - I want to introduce you to Naomi Merino! She the development manager at Alzheimer's Association, Central Ohio Chapter, and is my guest on this episode.

The new season of The Longest Day has begun! Leading up to the summer solstice, thousands of people will fight the darkness of Alzheimerâs through an activity of their choice. Use your creativity and passion to raise funds and awareness for the fight to end Alzheimerâs on The Longest Day.

Naomi is looking for committee members to serve Alzheimer's Association, Central Ohio Chapter for one of their signature fund-raisers - The Longest Day. If you live in the area and are interested in serving as a committee member, please let us know. We are so proud of young people like Naomi who are out here making a difference!

Get fun ideas on how you can participate and start your fundraiser at https://loom.ly/SgUFFjU
If you have questions reach out to Central Ohio Alzheimer's staff Naomi at nlmerino@alz.org.

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Award-winning journalist and attorney Ellen Pober Rittbergâs new humorous self help book, Why Is Grandma Naked? Caring for Your Aging Parent published in early 2021.

An award winning journalist and published author, her essays and features have appeared in the NY Times, HuffPost, Readerâs Digest, Newsday and large online platforms.

In this humorous self-help book, Ellen serves as a guide and cheerleader to family members who undertake to care for their elderly parents. Sharing the stresses and satisfactions when caring for her aging mother, Rittberg uses comical chapter headings such as:

â¢ Be The Alpha Dog
â¢ Boundaries? Huh? Your Aging Parent Has None
â¢ Your Parent May Develop Sticky Fingers
â¢ JEOPARDY! (why elderly parents need their favorite show even when they can't answer any of the questions)

Rittberg shares with readers the life-changing, humbling and deeply rewarding benefits of caring for elderly parents and knows a good belly laugh is the best stress reliever.

Find her book at https://www.ellenrittberg.com/

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Elder law is an area of legal practice that specializes on issues that affect the aging population. The purpose of elder law planning is to prepare the elderly person for financial freedom and autonomy through proper financial planning and long-term care options.

With me on this episode is my new friend Maggie Kimmel. an attorney with AlerStallings.

As she states...

"AlerStallings offers continued support through all seasons of life to make sure
our clientsâ estate plans are up to date and reflect their current wishes. My
grandparents came to this firm eight years ago to craft their own estate plan.
Hearing them talk about that continued support and feeling cared for made
all the difference for me. I knew this was the way I wanted to practice law."

She love meeting with clients, hearing their stories, and then helping them craft an estate plan that will work for them and their families exactly the way they want it to.

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My guest is Anne Basting, PhD, who is a leader in transforming aging and elder care. I have her on this podcast to talk about her Creative Care Imagination Kit.

Based on Dr. Bastingâs twenty-five years of research, this âimagination kitâ makes it easy for families, friends, and caregivers to make meaningful connections with elders and others dealing with physical, cognitive, or emotional challenges, including memory loss.

The Creative Care Imagination Kit sparks conversation and encourages active listening, allowing all ages to freely share ideas and stories without worrying about getting the details âcorrect.â

Dr. Bastingâs years of research have shown that these practices stimulate the brain and awaken the imagination, adding wonder and awe not only to the daily lives of those with dementia but to all family members, and provides them with a means of connection and communication.

You can find out more about the kit here - https://www.harpercollins.com/products/creative-care-imagination-kit-anne-basting

And her book, Creative Care, here - https://www.harpercollins.com/products/creative-care-anne-basting

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Produced and narrated by veteran NYC radio host and master storyteller Leslie Gold âThe Radiochick," A Life's Story shines a light on the lives of special octogenarians, nonagenarians, and centenarians who have done, and are still doing astonishing things.

Many have been participants in important chapters of history. Every episode is an intimate and remarkable profile, concluding with the insight that can only come from those who have seen it all.

Leslie gives us some insight on why she began the podcast, and dives into some backstories from a few of her favorite episodes.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-lifes-story/id1565179566

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Aging is Cool was founded by Amy & Damien Temperley in 2017 with a goal to help older adults Stay Strong, Stay Smart and Stay Social.

They do this through a variety of mechanisms including A Mighty Good Time, their go-to-website for activities, custom built engaging activities for older adults and training, consulting and support for residential communities.

In an effort to serve everyone regardless of ability to pay, Aging is Cool has both a for-profit and non-profit side. Through donations and grants, they are able to provide donation-based programs throughout the community.

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My guest is author Eleanor Lerman, and her new book is Watkins Glen. It's the story of Susan, a woman in her sixties, who finds herself taking care of her estranged older brother, Mark, who has Alzheimer's.

They are the children of a father who worked in his brothers' upholstery factory for most of the year but in the summers, escaped with his family to Watkins Glen, where he was the best outlaw drag racer in a town that primarily caters to high-end road racing.

After a life spent in New York City, Susan has moved back to Watkins Glen where she takes her brother to liveâtemporarily, she thinks.

https://www.amazon.com/Watkins-Glen-Eleanor-Lerman/dp/1952781019

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My guest is author Marilyn Peterson Haus.

Her book, Half of a Whole, explores the intimate bond between a twin brother and sister, the cruel consequences that occur when one of them becomes mentally ill, and the courage required to break away when love is not enough.

Just when Marilyn thought she had escaped life as the child of born-again farmers on the Minnesota plains, her twin brotherâs manic violence catapults her back to the fissures of her childhood. Half of a Whole is the haunting chronicle of her twinâs encroaching mental illness, her motherâs blatant favoritism, and the stultifying strictures of her familyâs religious zealotry. Sentence by sentence, she battles to break free from a painful past and live life on her own terms.

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I talk with Teresa Moerer, who is the author of The Art of Assisting Aging Parents: Discover the Journey to Honor Your Parents, Create Treasured Memories, and Live Life to the Fullest.

In The Art of Assisting Aging Parents, she steps you through how to turn daily activities and healthy living strategies into meaningful and affective experiences.

Her Four-Step Method will teach you how to help your parents:

Increase motor and thinking skills

Instill healthy habits to promote wellness

Make smooth transitions and set quality goals

Promote self-awareness and vision for the future

Reach their highest state of health and well-being

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We're going to talk about what seniors should do once they've been vaccinated.

Dr. Ronan M. Factora is a geriatrician in Cleveland, Ohio and is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic. As he states, "now we're starting to see solutions to how we can get back to normal. And one of those interventions, one of the solutions does include vaccination. 00:03:08.760
we should take advantage of this because we all want to get back to the type of life that we were living before the pandemic."

Do you think we will do you think we'll get back to normal?

"I know that there's going to be changes. And, you know, normal is a relative term. I guess the goal is to get closer to normal because it doesn't sound like we're going to get rid of coronavirus."

Dr. Factora goes a bit deeper to help us understand the term "bubble" in relation to who we can come in contact with.

"Everyone has their bubble and then there's different different kind of terms for the bubble for sure. You have the bubble of the people who live underneath your own household. You know, where everyone's been at. But some people have expanded that bubble to include close friends and family that they know have been, you know, really limited in terms of where they go. So if you're very well aware of the whereabouts and the goings on of friends and family who they've been in contact with, where they've gone to, then you can have confidence that they're not going to be bringing in coronavirus from some other location outside of that bubble that we're talking about."

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Elizabeth Marcus is my guest. She is the author of Don't Say a Word: A Daughter's Two Cents.

The book is about Elizabeth's parents, Edna and Leo, a perpetually warring, tyrannical pair in their 80s. They begin wintering In Mexico, where they abandon their usual prudence to embrace adventure and a bevy of sketchy new friends.

Soon, Edna adopts a pair of shyster builders whom she trusts over her own architect-daughter Elizabeth, and a farcical house results. Blithely indifferent to the calamities that result, the pair refuse all help from their too-compliant only child.

Though unique in its loony details, Donât Say A Word! will resonate with beleaguered adult-children everywhere who will recognize the special misery of watching their parents become taken over by dementia.

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No one says aging is easy. And I think this poem from Patricia Fleming does a great job in reminding us about that.

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What does it really mean, family owned and operated?

Capital Health Care Network celebrates 40 years in business in 2021. My guest are sisters (and daughters) of the original owners, Bob and Lynn Huff. Sarah Manning, Chief of Community Design and Kara Bernsen, Chief of Network Development.

Kara and Sarah cover how their parents started the business started 40 years ago, and how over the decades has come to change to meet the demands and challenges of serving our older adult population.

What is most important to them are these four values...

Compassion: We approach others with an open heart and understanding.
Leadership: We will inspire others to set high standards.
Respect: We respect others and the contributions they make and will treat them with dignity.
Gratitude: We are grateful for the responsibility and opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of senior adults.

Coupled with the mission of seniors...

Enjoying a safe environment
Receiving quality healthcare
Gaining opportunities for spiritual, social and intellectual engagement

You can find out more at https://capitalhealthcarenetwork.com/contact-us

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Who doesn't remember working the broom and towel in front of the TV with Body By Jake?

Now in is 60's, Jake knows how important it is to stay active and physically healthy. I talk with Jake about his beginnings on TV, and what he is doing today to help older adults stay active during COVID-19.

Jake started as a personal trainer with clients including Steven Spielberg and Harrison Ford, whom he trained for Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.

Steinfeld became Chairman of the California Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports under Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger in 2006 and served until 2011 under Governor Jerry Brown.

As a tribute to his lifelong devotion to physical fitness and for his persistent teaching of the Fitness Life Style, he was inducted into the National Fitness Hall of Fame, Class of 2006.

Jake was named Chairman of the National Foundation for Governors' Fitness Councils in 2012. Through the cooperation of public and private partnerships, the NFGFC rewards "Don't Quit" fitness centers to elementary and middle schools who show innovative ways to promote fitness and nutrition in their schools and communities across the United States.

As Jake states, "We all have dreams. And, you know, a lot of folks don't don't act on their dreams because they get they get afraid. They feel they're not to be able to succeed. Well, maybe they talk about their dreams and the people they talk to about them, but they maybe might not be as positive as they would hope them to be. It's not that they don't want you to succeed, but like my parents, they don't want to see you get hurt."

https://dontquit.com/

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This episode is to help everybody understand what area agencies on aging do all across the country and your state.

I talk with Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging's Communications Manager Steve Centofanti.

COAAA is one of twelve area agencies on aging in the state of Ohio, and one of more than 650 area agencies on aging in the United States.

Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging helps older adults and individuals with disabilities live safely and independently in their homes for as long as possible with the assistance of various service providers. COAAA arranges and coordinates non-medical in-home services that help with daily living, such as home making, personal care, transportation, home delivered meals, emergency response, minor home modification, skilled nursing.

COAAA has licensed social workers and registered nurses who are care coordinators, who are care managers. They connect individuals who need help in the home to area service providers who provide those services, such as transportation, such as providing home deliver meals and homemaking and personal care.

http://www.coaaa.org/
1-800-589-7277

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Caring for a parent, spouse, or relative who cannot care for themselves due to age, infirmity, or illness is one of the noblest human activities. It's also one of the most stressful, posing challenges that can be painful, confusing, frustrating, and deeply rewarding-sometimes all at once. When Caregiving Calls is an invitation to a deep conversation about caregiving and its meaning for you.

Aaron Blight has lived the caregiving experience many ways-as a family caregiver for a mother-in-law struggling with brain cancer as it stole her mental clarity and ultimately her life; as the owner of a home care company that supported thousands of families living their own versions of the same journey; and as a researcher, lecturer, and consultant traveling the world to learn from family caregivers and their professional helpers.

He shares his insights in eighteen brief, thoughtful chapters that examine the many facets of caregiving. He explores how caregiving reshapes family relationships, challenges comfortable assumptions, and stresses your ability to manage your time, energy, and emotions. He shows how the changing mental and physical state of a loved one can lead to growing vulnerability, need, and loneliness on the part of care receiver and caregiver alike. He shares stories-poignant, funny, and often inspiring-that vividly capture the unique daily realities of the caregiving life. And he offers candid, practical advice that can help family caregivers do a better job of coping with the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual challenges they face.

Aaron Blight, Ed.D., is an international speaker, author, and consultant on caregiving, aging, and healthcare. He is the founder of Caregiving Kinetics and has been recognized as a "Top 100 Healthcare Leader" by the International Forum on Advancements in Healthcare.

Once you hear a few segments from his book, you will want to read more of it immediately.

https://bookshop.org/books/when-caregiving-calls-guidance-as-you-care-for-a-parent-spouse-or-aging-relative/9781733914147

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Even though we are going through times where we can't connect like we used to, or want to, offices on aging around the country are still an important part of older adults' lives.

I talk with Trudy Wilson, Director of Prime Time Office on Aging. Prime Time is a senior center located in Jefferson County (OH), serving people who are 60 years and older.

Prime Time is a division of Trinity Health System, and are part of the larger Catholic health initiatives, which known as Common Spirit Health. Prime Time is only one of two senior centers that is in that system that is affiliated with the local hospital.

Prime Time offers a wealth of activities and services to keep you active and healthy! Whether it be our health screenings, Bible studies, crafts, computer classes, garden group, or just getting together for a good ol' game of bocce, we are always looking for new and exciting ways to help our members live life to the fullest.

https://www.primetimejeffersoncounty.com/
trudywilson@trinityhealth.com

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Wow, what an honor to speak with Lifting Hearts With The Arts Founder & President Maya Joshi.
With COVID-19 causing her and her family to limit their family visits, she and her sister start LHA to work with assisted/independent living facilities to pair residents with members of their team based on mutual interests.

Individuals from their organization then reach out via Zoom, Skype or FaceTime to connect with residents.

Based in Chicago, the group is now touching lives in Nevada and Texas as well!

Find out more at https://www.liftingheartswiththearts.org/

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I interview Lee Gutkind, author of My Last Eight Thousand Days. This is his 17th book, and I couldn't put it down.

"This revealing, candid, and vivid portrait of one manâs view of aging written by the man who played a crucial role in establishing literary, narrative nonfiction in the marketplace and in the academy, examines male aging in a way weâve not seen before."

In My Last Eight Thousand Days, Gutkind turns his notepad and tape recorder inward, taking his skills as an immersion journalist to perform a deep dive on himself. Here, he offers a memoir of his life as a journalist, editor, husband, father, and Pittsburgh native, recounting not only his many triumphs, but also exposing his missteps and challenges.

You can purchase his book by going to his website,
https://leegutkind.com/books/my-last-eight-thousand-days/

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I welcome my good friend Cindy Paige to the episode. She has written a book that I want you to know about, and hear her story behind the writing of it.

This book is a collection of practical strategies, artfully woven together with storytelling of the pain of the journey and the humor of life. Told as a metaphor to climbing Mount Everest, Summit will meet you in your current situation and set you up to reach your personal destination of peace and happiness.

"Are you stuck in the aftermath of lifeâs storm? Climb out of pain to find peace.Everyone experiences pain and lossâand it hits you like a storm. This book is a collection of practical strategies artfully woven together with storytelling of the pain of the journey and the humor of life. Told as a metaphor to climbing Mt. Everest, Summit will meet you in your current situation and set you up to reach your personal destination of peace and happiness. You will be guided to:
â¢ Prepare. From where you are to where you want to beâyou will map your destination and gather what you need.
â¢ Climb. Learn practical tips and strategies to tackle your mountain and hear from others on their trek. You are not alone.
â¢ Summit. The journey is hard, but not impossible.Peace is yours.If you are someone who has experienced a loss and would like to move forward in your recovery, this book is for you.

Readers will feel the empathy of their own pain mirrored in the metaphor of the mountain climb but see the transformation of that pain into realistic milestones on the journey to peace. You can reach your Summit. Begin the journey today.

https://www.amazon.com/Summit-Guide-Peace-Cindy-Paige/dp/1647462932

Cindy is a Certified Senior Advisor at Oasis Senior Advisors. Oasis specializes in help seniors find the right match when looking for Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care locations.

Contact Cindy at 614-407-1470 or email her at col3@YourOasisAdvisor.com

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Telemedicine, or telehealth.

You may have heard this recently, and maybe even prior to 20/20. I think some of us in health care knew what telehealth was, but it wasn't exactly a household word until, well, until this year.
So these days, you get more and more opportunity to utilize telehealth. Telehealth is a quick, easy, affordable and crazy, convenient way to connect with your local physician.

Simply put, it's a way of delivering and receiving health care remotely by means of telecommunication, and that doesn't necessarily have to mean a smartphone.

The cool thing is it can help you skip the trip to the doctor's office when you need to see a physician or you need medical attention for routine, non-emergency care. This is technology working for you when it comes to health care.

Telehealth is changing the nature of health care. So get with the program!

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A great heartwarming story, based around the old black telephone we all grew up with.

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We have a special guest with us in the episode. Cassie Barlow is a volunteer for the Alzheimer's Association in Dayton, Ohio, and on the Alzheimer's Association Miami Valley Chapter Board of Directors.

There are five million people in our country right now who are living with Alzheimer's disease. And there's 16 million people who are caring for those five million.

This disease kills more than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined.

Walk to End Alzheimer's is everywhere!

No matter where you are, you can walk in small, safe groups of friends and family in your community. Because we're all raising funds for one goal: A world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia.

We talk with Cassie about how this walk has changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But how it is actually just as easy to participate, raise money, and raise awareness.

The concept just go out for a walk with your family or your group that you've been you've been hanging out with during this pandemic crisis. And before you go out and walk, you can gather online and watch the opening ceremonies.

The Walk in Dayton is set for October 3, 2020. And to find the walk in your community, go to https://act.alz.org/site/SPageServer/?pagename=walk_homepage.

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We are smack in the middle of summer 2020 and there's a lot going on.

Well, there's also a lot that isn't going on or happening because of the virus.

Some of us are working from home. Some of us are out of work. Vacations have been canceled, postponed or modified.

We've got politics, politics and more politics. Breaking news, fake news. With an election looming right around the corner, social unrest, protesting, rioting, racism, COVID-19. I'll say COVID-19 again.

A challenge to health care system issues and concerns about our children returning to school. Smoldering heat in some parts of the country, which makes wearing these masks particularly challenging.

And we're being encouraged to refrain from or limiting gatherings. That means different things to different people.

But one thing I think we can all agree on, there's a lot going on. And with so much going on, I think it's real easy to lose perspective. when I say it's easy to lose perspective.

Don't worry. I am not going to tell you what to think or how to make meaning of or make sense of or assign meaning to anything or everything that's happening. Instead, I'm just going to ask you listeners to take a moment, take a deep breath and try to keep it all in perspective.

And I have a guest in the studio who is going to help us do just that.

Mrs. D did a podcast with me some weeks back where she talked about getting brave and asking for and accepting the help that you need as you age.

If you haven't heard that one, go back and take a listen to that podcast drew an overwhelmingly positive response. https://www.spreaker.com/episode/32535436.

I've had the privilege of hearing her story during an interview where she recently talked about her life story in pieces, sharing a story about leaving Mississippi in fear for her life and the lives of her children and husband because of racism.

I've given a lot of thought to some of what she shared during that interview because I believe understanding the past helps us understand the present, or at least it helps us see the bigger picture.

I think that's what keeping it in perspective is all about.

It's about understanding what is happening now or what might happen in relationship to what has happened or in relation to other people, places and experiences.

Keeping it in perspective is the exact opposite of tunnel vision, and I'm confident that Mrs. D can help us keep it in perspective.

Find out more on my blog at https://aginginfullbloomwithlisa.blogspot.com/2020/06/stop-loneliness-from-ruling-day-during.html

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We, at Capital Health Care Network, are deeply concerned about the plight and well-being of older adults. We are also concerned about each other. Life has been harder than any of us could have imagined just a few short months ago.

What to do? How can we combat loneliness during these trying times?

Admit you are feeling lonely! Many people are embarrassed about being lonely. And then there are those who are reluctant to acknowledge loneliness as a serious health concern. There is no shame in feeling lonely.

Know you are not alone! You may feel alone. You may physically be alone. But there are still good people in the world who care.

Talk to someone about your feelings! According to the Mental Health Foundation, talking about your feelings is not a sign of weakness, but rather a way of taking charge of your well-being and doing what you can to stay healthy.

Use technology to stay connected! Social distancing does not have to result in self-isolation. Studies show that friendships and social connections can act as buffers against stress during difficult times. Friends and family can provide engagement and support via the phone, Facetime, and Skype.

Refresh your faith! Trusting your faith can help carry you through the fear and uncertainty of COVID-19. There is a growing body of evidence that suggests religion and faith are meaningful ways to cope with trauma and distress for those of us who need this simple truth quantified.

Find out more on my blog at https://aginginfullbloomwithlisa.blogspot.com/2020/06/stop-loneliness-from-ruling-day-during.html

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Age may bring wisdom but it also brings a greater chance of health problems, and some health problems might require surgery to make you better.

We have a great conversation with Capital Health Care Network's Delores Moore, or as everyone likes to call her, Ms. D.

She is an administrative assistant, who will soon be celebrating her 85th birthday. She recently had a knee replacement surgery. She knew she needed it done, and with the strong encouragement of her eldest daughter, she had it done, and soon will be taking care of her other knee.

If you or someone you love is elderly and needs surgery, there is good news: Health care, in general, is doing a much better job of caring for the elderly, and that means better outcomes after surgery.

The older patient deserves the same quality of care and the same access to information needed to make health care decisions as younger patients. That means, first and foremost, not making surgery decisions based solely on one factor: chronological age.

Geriatrics is the specialty of caring for adults 65 and older. As the population is aging, the simple fact is that most surgeons who treat adults, regardless of specialty, are specializing in the care of the elderly.

Also, when preparing for surgery, the older patient may also want to consider the arrangements that will be necessary after surgery. For example, if the surgeon indicates a stay at a rehabilitation facility will be necessary, the patient can choose the facility they prefer prior to surgery, and even visit if they choose.

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Our topic today is going to be focused around the importance of staying connected during COVID-19. And I'm really speaking more to people who have family members in long term care settings like nursing homes or assisted living. But I think there's value here for all of us. Even if you are not in one of those settings or you don't have a family member or a loved one in one of those settings.

Here in Ohio, as in most states, visitation has been prohibited in nursing homes. Now, our Governor just signed a new law, which is going to take effect soon, that will allow visitation, outdoor visitation for assisted living communities. But the nursing homes on that front, they're still saying no to visitation. And what we know as health care providers is that there is a cost associated with this stance. A cost to our residents.

And I understand, we all understand why it has to be done. Because we're trying to protect a very vulnerable population. But we also believe that quality of life matters and that we have to figure out some ways to combat this isolation, this feeling of loneliness, this fear, everything that our seniors are dealing with in these settings.

So long story short, staying connected is important. It matters. It goes directly to health, emotional, mental and physical and we gotta do something. We've got to do better.

So I've got some ideas that I want to share with you about what exactly we can do.

The first thing is I think it makes sense to establish a schedule to stay connected. Checking in at a scheduled time is helpful to both your loved one and the staff at these nursing homes or assisted livings. Your loved one will be reassured, knowing you are committed to a regularly scheduled contact. And the staff will appreciate the opportunity to plan ahead to offer assistance if it's needed.

So schedule a time to make a phone call or a visit or send an email or do some Facetime, Zoom, Skype, whatever it is, and then do it every single week or two times a week or however often you schedule the contact.

Also schedule a reoccurring weekly care conference if you feel that it's needed and you might be reassured by that, even if you feel everybody's doing everything right. I think the more contact that you have, the more communication that you have, the better everyone's going to feel about what's going on. Care conferences provide families and staff an opportunity to discuss needs, goals, ideas about how to best meet the needs of residents. And it gives everybody a voice in the process. So I think in addition to this contact that you're going to schedule with your loved one, it makes sense to schedule a weekly care conference with the staff members, which your loved one may or may not be involved with it, your choice. It also depends on the situation. If you're dealing with a loved one with dementia, it probably wouldn't make any sense for your loved one to be included. But there are other situations where it certainly would.

Plan to visit, even if it's just what we are now calling "window visits." Who knew "window visits" were going to be a thing that would ever make any sense to us. We've witnessed firsthand the importance of visitation despite physical barriers, even if it's just seeing your loved ones. It's kind of reminiscent of what you expect when people are visiting someone in prison. Right? But that's not what's happening. No one's in prison. And we know that it is so very important to have a presence, even if you've got barriers in place.

We've seen people celebrate birthdays through a window visit. We've seen family reunions. They bring the family reunion to the nursing home. We've got pictures of all this. And we're not special. Every nursing home in the country has the same type of thing going on. It's very important to be present. It's more important now than it has been previously because they don't get the social engagement that they're used to. People aren't coming and going. There isn't as much of an opportunity for interaction. And it makes for a very long, lonely day.

Care packages. That's another thing that makes a big difference. You might be surprised at how much a thoughtful care package will mean to your loved one. Packages can include photos, handwritten notes, snacks, activity books. We've seen a lot of crossword puzzles and that sort of thing. Books, magazines, personal items, whatever it is. Put a thoughtful care package together and take it to your loved ones. Surprise them. You probably won't be able to hand deliver it. You're going to drop it off and they're going to screen it and and sanitize it and all of that. But it'll find its way to the person that you dropped it off for. And believe me, it will make their day.

Encourage family and friends to act as pen pals. So I know firsthand how important this is. My son and I, my son is 22, getting ready to turn 23. We signed up to be pen pals to a couple of residents at one of our nursing homes in Hopedale, Ohio. My son is on his fourth or fifth correspondence. I mean, his pen pal has fallen in love with him. And I'm ashamed to say I haven't written mine back yet. He got a letter today, in fact.

And he wrote her a poem the last time because he discovered that she loved horses when she was growing up. And he's a writer and she got a big kick out of that. And so she's taking comfort in communicating with someone who was a total stranger five or six weeks ago. But now they're starting to get to know each other. She's even giving him advice. And it's good advice, mind you, about what he should do, what he what his next move should be in school and encouraging him to stay focused on his studies. And, you know, sharing some examples with him of mistakes that she made.

And you know what? He's listening. He's taking the advice of this woman that he's never even met. Snail mail is still a thing. I know you thought it wasn't, but it is. And if you don't have the time to do this yourself and list some family members or friends and encourage them to act as pen pals. My son is obviously a much better pen pal than I have turned out to be. But I promise I will work on making amends. I wrote her and she wrote me back and and that's where it stopped. Whereas, you know, he has had multiple communications.

So I know that these suggestions don't solve the problem, but they help. They will be helpful if you just pick one and act on it. You probably should do them more because we know that our residents and patients in nursing homes, especially here in Ohio, we don't know when this is going to end. And it's already been in place for well over two months. I mean, I think we're on week 10. Ten weeks. Think about that.

Ten weeks without any visitors, without getting be able to see the people that you normally see. And there really is something special about the human touch. In the meantime, we do the best we can because that's all we can do. So do what you can. And that includes using technology. That includes calling ahead. That includes getting creative and being present in the moment.

As always, thank you for listening. May the road rise to meet you, may the wind be forever at your back.

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In the Private Duty Care episode, we talked about the role of private duty. We offered some tips on how to screen providers. And we talked about the fact that not everybody's regulated depending on the state that you live in. And we covered when private duty is appropriate and what kind of services are typically offered.

My guest again is Kristen Ekanem, Community Relations Manager with Capital Health Home Care Concierge.

One thing we didn't touch on that I want to circle back around to is companionship. Because I know that that is a big piece of what we do. And I don't really think people understand it.

Most of us don't think people realize to what degree isolation and loneliness can do to our seniors, or how it can really affect them. But companionship is about providing somebody that is there to be a companion, to be their friend to get them involved, to keep them active.

When you're looking at individuals who are living alone, they're isolated, and especially people who are no longer able to drive. And even if you have somebody who can take care of themselves for the most part, they aren't getting out. They're not being social, they don't have interaction.

A lot of families don't even live near mom or dad, and they worry about this.

So this is somebody to keep them active. To keep them involved. Get them out of the house, get them to the senior center. It is companionship. Yes, it sounds like you're paying for a friend. But this is concerning their overall health.

Several of our personal assistants who have come become companions have become family. And some of them have bonded with somebody for months, even years. They become family. And it's wonderful. It's good for personal assistance just like it is for whoever it is that they're taking care of.

And here's something that folks might not realize, when in some of those situations, we have to provide some grief counseling for our personal assistants when the client passes away. That connection is real, that bond is real.

Does the provider...
Do background screening?
Do drug testing?
Provider proof of licensing and bonding for their caregivers?
Hire the caregivers, or are they working through a third-party company (contracted caregivers are not regulated)?

You might want to ask how long has this person worked for you? How long has this person been doing this kind of work? And check out any reviews that are online, including reviews from your local Better Business Bureau.

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What else do we know private duty care as? Private duty in-home, and home care, some people call it a home care. It's the non-medical piece of home care, that is private pay.

My guest is Kristen Ekanem, Community Relations Manager with Capital Health Home Care Concierge.

What kind of services are we talking about?

Personal Assistant
Personal Care / Hygiene
Light Housekeeping
Meal Preparation
Medication Reminders
Home Safety Assessments
Exercise Program
Personal Emergency Response Services

Now don't assume that because it's private pay that it's beyond your reach. Because it may not be it may be. Explore your options. Private duty is not regulated in Ohio, but that isn't true in all states. In some states, it is regulated. If you happen to live in a state where it is not regulated, then I do want to encourage you to take some measures to vet the provider.

Does the provider...
Do background screening?
Do drug testing?
Provider proof of licensing and bonding for their caregivers?
Hire the caregivers, or are they working through a third-party company (contracted caregivers are not regulated)?

You might want to ask how long has this person worked for you? How long has this person been doing this kind of work? And check out any reviews that are online, including reviews from your local Better Business Bureau.

Respite stay is usually temporarily. And it's when the caregiver needs a break. So whether that be a spouse or family member, the caregiver can come in just temporarily, if needed. Or 24/7 to just coming and checking in few days a week, whatever is needed for that individual.

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We are going to talk about refusing to live in fear. And we're talking about this now for a particular reason. There's a virus out there right.

My guest is Kristen Ekanem, Community Relations Manager with Capital Health Home Care Concierge.

It's March 13, 2020. Friday, the 13th, to give you some reference of where we are in time, because we don't know how this whole thing is going to play out. But I think the tips that we're going to go through and the advice that we're going to give you is going to be good beyond this virus. Because we will get past this virus.

We found a great article about fear, and here's an excerpt - "It is human nature to avoid emotions that scare us who wants to walk directly into what promises to be a painful experience, except that by continually avoiding looking at the boogeyman within you become hostage to the monster."

Times likes these can seem crazy. You can become overwhelmed. So one way to overcome the fear is ask yourself, Who can I help today? All of us can help. We've had disasters before. And if you look at it after the fact, most of what you're talking about is what good came out of it, the community who came and helped each other.

Tip #1- Face your fear.

Tip #2 - Write down the things that you're grateful for. Your anxiety is a storehouse of wisdom. Write a letter to the anxiety. "I am no longer intimidated by you. What can you teach me?"

Tip #3 - Exercise. Exercise can refocus you and your mind. And we do know that when you exercise, you use up all that extra energy that you use to make you nervous.

Tip #4 - Use humor to deflect your worst fears. It may feel strange to make fun, or poke at, the very seriousness of the situation, but humor has healing powers.

Tip #5 - Appreciate your courage. It will make you stronger and less likely to let the next fear attack and stop you.

So, the message is don't let the boogeyman stop you in your tracks. You're bigger and better than that. And you're braver than that. It's in your best interest not to be captivated by the boogeyman. He can't hold us hostage.

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We're talking about a program called Matter of Balance. I have Kim Willis, a program coach, in the studio with me who teaches Matter of Balance. It's all about fall prevention, overcoming the fear of falling and all those things that help us live more successful lives as we age.

Thanks for listening to this preview, and I hope you will want to listen to the full episode coming up soon.

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Our topic is the importance of mentoring. Is it a concept lost on us?

Mentorship is a relationship in which an experienced or more knowledgeable person helps to guide a less experienced or less knowledgeable person. The mentor may be older or younger than the person being mentored. But he or she must have a certain area of expertise.

So it's this idea of sharing our knowledge, our wisdom, our talents with other people who are lacking that knowledge, wisdom or talents, but they want to learn.

You ever heard of such a thing? Do you do any of that in your own life or your professional life?

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We're are talking about a program called Opening Minds Through Art. And I have a certified instructor with me, Kim Willis, also from Capital Health Care Network.

This program was developed by Elizabeth "Like" Lokon, and is taught at Miami University in Oxford, OH.

Kim tells about the strengths of the program, including the multi-generational successes where college students work with our older adult population struggling with dementia.

The episode I reference about music can be found here - https://www.spreaker.com/user/11242242/something-magical-about-music

https://miamioh.edu/cas/academics/centers/scripps/community-connections/opening-minds-through-art/index.html

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This episode is about the importance of old friendships. Staying connected to people from your past especially, we're going to focus on childhood friendships.

How that keeps you connected and engaged and socializing. And how at the end of the day, that equals a better life with more happiness and a sense of community and connectedness.

With me on this episode is Debbie Ayers, a Medicare enrollment specialist, and also our Community Relations Manager at Capital Health Care Network.

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So the purpose of this podcast is really just to give you a baseline, some definitions to understand the different types of providers so that when you need them, you at least have some understanding.

And then I also want to encourage you to think about this.

We talked about the importance of pre-planning, but we never think about what if I need to go to the hospital?

Which hospital would I choose? We just go where they send us.

What if I need to go to a nursing home? Which nursing home would I choose?

You've got choices. If you don't pre-plan and think about those things, you get in that situation. You'll go where they send you.

The quality of care that you receive anywhere you go regardless of what type of care we're talking about what state you live in, how old you are. It's all contingent upon the staff.

With me on this episode is Debbie Ayers, a Medicare enrollment specialist, and also our Community Relations Manager at Capital Health Care Network.

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Open enrollment for your insurance coverage for next year is underway now through December 7th. With me on this episode is Debbie Ayers, a Medicare enrollment specialist, and also our Community Relations Manager at Capital Health Care Network.

We mention the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program in this episode. Here is the website address - https://insurance.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/odi/about-us/divisions/ohio-senior-health-insurance-information-program/welcome/

You can also contact your local Area Agency on Aging, here is a link to find the one in your area in Ohio - http://ohioaging.org/area-agencies/

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We are going to talk about courage, how to be brave, being brave. I can't talk to you about courage without introducing you to one of my all time favorite books Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead, by Brene' Brown.

It's not easy to be brave and courageous all the time. But if you struggle with it, I would highly recommend the book. The book is based on 12 years of research, and Brene' argues that vulnerability is not weakness, but rather our clearest path to courage.

https://blog.ted.com/5-insights-from-brene-browns-new-book-daring-greatly-out-today/

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Want to know what research has said about optimism? If you have a positive attitude? If you try to be happy? Three things are gonna happen for sure. You're going to live longer. You're going to be happier. You're going to be healthier.

That's what keeping the right attitude will get you.

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Distractions like our smartphones, computers, and social media can keep us from paying attention to what matters. Family, friends, and even yourself. Take the time to pay attention.

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Recently, we received a heartfelt letter from a family and I thought I would share it with you, because it really tells the story of the difference that the right memory care can make.

Being in the industry, I've witnessed the hardship, even the agony, that families and patients experienced from combating dementia and Alzheimer's. One of the most difficult and important decisions that a family makes is in choosing the right memory care community.

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The older we get, the more decisions we have to make. And there are times when those decisions are awfully difficult. Trust yourself and stay the course when you know deep down what you're doing is the right thing to do.

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Our topic today is "do it anyway." We all know there will be times when we don't feel like doing "it."

Decide that you're going to work through this day with a positive attitude, and the willingness to "do it" anyway. I hope these words of encouragement in the podcast will help.

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This is my final episode in the hospice series, featuring my conversation with Amy Davis from Zusman Hospice. My big thanks to her, and her wealth of knowledge, energy and compassion about hospice.

We hope we helped you take a different look at what hospice is (and is not), and how hospice can play a role in a very difficult time in your family's life.

https://whv.org/Healthcare/Zusman-Hospice

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I continue my conversation with Amy Davis from Zusman Hospice for this series focusing on hospice. We are going to take a look at what hospice is (and is not), and hope to help you dispel any misunderstandings of how hospice can play a role in a very difficult time in your family's life.

https://whv.org/Healthcare/Zusman-Hospice

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I continue my conversation with Amy Davis from Zusman Hospice for this series focusing on hospice. We are going to take a look at what hospice is (and is not), and hope to help you dispel any misunderstandings of how hospice can play a role in a very difficult time in your family's life.

In this episode we discuss that hospice is a choice, not an automatic decision, at the end of life.

https://whv.org/Healthcare/Zusman-Hospice

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My guest is Amy Davis from Zusman Hospice for this series focusing on hospice. We are going to take a look at what hospice is (and is not), and hope to help you dispel any misunderstandings of how hospice can play a role in a very difficult time in your family's life.

https://whv.org/Healthcare/Zusman-Hospice

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We talk with one of our residents at Capital Health Care Network about how she has made it 102 years old. Some sage advice from a sweet lady!

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Our doctor's visits becomes more and more important as we age. Here are some tips on getting the most out of your next visit.

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Older adults are negatively impacted by poor eating habits and a lack of nutritional understanding for seniors. Just because you're getting older doesn't mean you're an expert on aging. Understanding the changing nutritional needs of older adults is critical due to the overlap in several age related challenges.

So we have every reason to understand senior nutrition and to take it seriously. Here are three simple things that you can do.

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As the days get shorter, many people find themselves feeling sad. You might feel blue around the winter holidays. Some people do get sad during the holidays. After all the fun and festivities have ended. That's sort of where I find myself sometimes in January.

Researchers have been studying the winter blues, as they call it, for several decades and a more severe type of depression called Seasonal Affective disorder or SAD. They've learned lots about the winter blues and SAD, but there is still much that they need to understand.

If you have a loved one who is talking to you about the fact that they're feeling depressed, now that the days have shortened, take that seriously. Don't blow them off. And encourage them to see their physician. If you need to talk to somebody because you're feeling suicidal, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

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Chronic pain is not a normal part of aging! You should not have daily pain just because you are older. We need to understand that chronic pain is not normal just because we get older.

I have tips on how to recognize our daily pain can be treated.

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As you get older, physical changes and health conditions â and sometimes the medications used to treat those conditions â make falls more likely. In fact, falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults. Still, fear of falling doesn't need to rule your life.

I have some easy tips to follow to make your own fall prevention plan.

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Choosing an assisted living residence should involve both you and your parents, and can take up to 6 months to make the right choice for your family's situation.

In this episode, I cover three simple steps to help you make the right choice.

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Here are tricks to help you when your emotions get out of control. Do you have a trick that works?

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How do you know when you should start to look for assisted living options for yourself or a loved one? Here are four questions that can help you in this decision.

1) What will I miss if I move?
2) What don't I like about my present situation?
3) If I move, what will change?
4) What about the practical concerns? How much is this going to cost, and can I afford it?

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In this episode I explain what assisted living means. Basically, assisted living is senior housing that combines personal care and healthcare services according to the needs of the individual (YOU) living there. And I cover what the differences are between assisted living and a nursing care facility.
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Senior bullying.

Now, I'm not talking about seniors and high school bullying one another. I'm talking about folks who are 65 and older. Are 55 and older. However you define a senior, engaging in bad behavior bullying behavior. And I want to talk about why that happens. And then I want to talk about some parameters so you can use this as a yardstick.

If you have a loved one who you suspect may be being bullied in their senior community or maybe you yourself think that you're being bullied, I'm going to help you know how to identify bullying behavior.

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Our guest is Annette Ticoras, MD of Guided Patient Services. She talks with us about what the term "elder orphans" means, and how important it is to recognize the health needs of anyone facing a health crisis alone.

She founded Guided Patient Services in 2014 to serve the Columbus, Ohio areaâs need for private patient health advocacy and navigation. Her focus is to ensure my clients fully comprehend their medical situation, so they can make the best choices for their own health and well-being.

www.gpscolumbus.com

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Our guest is Annette Ticoras, MD of Guided Patient Services. She talks with us about important ways to help improve your next doctor visit. Get ready to take notes (hint: that's one of the suggestions!).

She founded Guided Patient Services in 2014 to serve the Columbus, Ohio areaâs need for private patient health advocacy and navigation. Her focus is to ensure my clients fully comprehend their medical situation, so they can make the best choices for their own health and well-being.

www.gpscolumbus.com

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My guest is Annette Ticoras, MD of Guided Patient Services. She talks with us about the importance of advance directives, and how they are an important way to tell your wishes to family, friends, and health care professionals and to avoid confusion later on.

She founded Guided Patient Services in 2014 to serve the Columbus, Ohio areaâs need for private patient health advocacy and navigation. Her focus is to ensure my clients fully comprehend their medical situation, so they can make the best choices for their own health and well-being.

Here is the blog Annette mentions in the podcast - www.gpscolumbus.com/kids-turn-to-have-the-talk/

www.gpscolumbus.com

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Maybe you can find a renewed sense of purpose by volunteering. Get your inspiration to do so with this episode!

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There's something about music that connects us, puts us on "Top Of The World."

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You are in control of your heart health. Here are some easy steps to follow!

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What does it mean to "age in full bloom?" Let's learn some secrets on the positive side of aging.

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Here are 5 ways gratitude will influence your life.

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Caregiver stress is common in any caregiving situation. The stress and health-related situations are real. Every caregiver needs to remind themselves they can't help their loved one if they aren't caring for themselves. Here are 9 tips to help lessen caregiver stress.

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Aging In Full Bloom is sponsored by Capital Health Care Network, an Ohio based, family owned and operated company, providing solutions that help seniors age on their own terms. Those solutions include home care, senior living, nursing home and rehab care, and hospice. Learn more at http://www.CapitalHealthCareNetwork.com.

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In this episode, I cover some important winter weather safety tips to keep you healthy and out of the emergency room. Also, I hope you'll love the childhood winter memories from a recent Facebook post as much as I do.

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Welcome to Aging In Full Bloom with Lisa Stockdale, I'm Lisa. I'm so excited to be hosting this new podcast. Aging in full bloom will officially launch in January of 2018.

It can be heard on :

http://www.capitalhealthcarenetwork.com as a component of their senior resource tab,
and on a variety of Facebook pages, including Senior Agenda with Lisa Stockdale.

I've been hosting a weekly live online talk radio program called senior agenda for the past five years. That's a one hour program where we discuss as we say all things Senior.

This new podcast is kind of a sequel to my Senior Agenda online radio program. Our new format and our focus here will be dedicated exclusively to wellness. That includes all forms of wellness as they relate to aging.

I would not be qualified to host this podcast, were it not for the knowledge and expertise derived from interviewing hundreds of guests, the countless conversations and ongoing research of the past five years with my Senior Agenda online radio program.

Our plan is to provide helpful insights that empower you, and maybe even entertains you from time to time. I'm betting we can make you smile.

Email us anytime at aginginfullbloom@gmail.com. May the Road Rise to Meet You. May the wind be forever at your back.

Aging In Full Bloom is sponsored by Capital Health Care Network, an Ohio based, family owned and operated company, providing solutions that help seniors age on their own terms. Those solutions include home care, senior living, nursing home and rehab care, and hospice. Learn more at http://www.CapitalHealthCareNetwork.com.

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