Aging Matters: Recent Episodes
Cheryl Beversdorf
Aging Matters is a weekly interview program featuring individuals with expertise about a broad array of aging-related topics. Host Cheryl Beversdorf interviews experts on timely topics affecting the lives of older adults and their loved ones. Each week her guests talk about subjects both informative and entertaining and help educate listeners about living better and longer. This program airs weekly on WERA-LP 96.7 FM in Arlington, VA.
Conversation w/ Joan Carpenter, PhD, CRNP, Associate Professor, Organizational Systems and Adult Health, University of Maryland School of Nursing, about similarities and differences between palliative care and hospice care, and hospice facts, including eligibility, care providers, services, and care settings.
Conversation w/ Michelle Fiscus, MD, FAAP, Chief Medical Officer, Association of Immunization Managers, about when older adults should get COVID-19 and RSV vaccines, annual flu shot, and other immunizations needed to avoid health complications and stay healthy as they age.
Conversation w/ Michelle Thomas, MPA, Coordinator, Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program, about the basics and resources of Medicare, how beneficiaries can enroll, and where to get advice about the program.
Conversation w/ Omair Yousuf, MD, Cardiac Electrophysiologist, and Director, Cardiac Electrophysiology and Arrhythmia Services, VHC Health, about causes, risk factors and common symptoms of AFib, diagnostic tools, treatment, and prevention, and how those living with AFib can reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.
Conversation w/ Robert Hong, MD, Radiation Oncologist, VHC Health, Arlington, VA, about risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoarthritis, and use of LDRT as a re-emerging approach to osteoarthritis treatment.
Conversation w/ Jill Harkavy-Friedman, PhD, Senior Vice President of Research, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), about risk factors, intervention, and prevention strategies for older adults at risk of suicide and how AFSP and other resources help support family members affected by suicide.
Conversation w/ Sara Williams, President, Funeral Consumers Alliance, about choices, services, logistics, and costs associated with arranging a funeral or memorial service, and how the Funeral Consumers Alliance helps families be prepared and protected when planning a funeral for themselves or their loved ones.
Conversation w/ Nicholas Schor, MD, Geriatric Psychiatrist, Olney Geriatric Psychiatry, LLC, www.olneypsychiatry.com, about mental health disorders among older adults, including treatment and prevention, and how misinformation and ageism impact healthcare provider attitudes towards these patients.
Conversation w/ Daniel Sanders, President/CEO, Four Sales, Ltd., about estate sale planning, hiring and working with an estate sale company, and etiquette rules for estate sale shoppers.
Conversation w/ Kathy Cameron, BS Pharm, MPH, Pharmacist and Healthy Aging Consultant, about older adult medication use, risks of multiple prescriptions and over the counter drugs, and how deprescribing and medication reviews can maximize benefits of medicines and reduce risks.
Conversation w/ Jennifer Pickett, Co-Executive Director, National Association of Senior & Specialty Move Managers, about issues older adults may face when downsizing and moving and how senior move managers can help navigate the process.
Conversation w/ Katherine Schweit, JD, Author, Attorney, Former Senior FBI Official, about becoming an author, and the benefits of creative writing for older adults and how they can get started.
Conversation w/ Sara Pappa, PhD, MCHES, Associate Professor, College of Health and Education, Marymount University, Arlington, VA, and Director, Northern Virginia Falls Prevention Alliance, about causes and risk factors associated with falls-related injuries among older adults, and falls prevention programs and projects to help prevent injury and death.
Conversation w/ Cathi Coridan, MA, Co-Founder & Co-Chair, Serving Seniors Real Estate Mastermind & Referral Network, about issues older adults face when relocating, preparation for the transition, and how a Seniors Real Estate Specialist can help.
Conversation w/ Terry Fulmer, PhD, RN, FAAN, President, The John A. Hartford Foundation, and Ken Dychtwald, PhD, Founder/CEO, Age Wave, about eldercare responsibilities related to caregiving for elder relatives, challenges facing workers who provide eldercare, and elements to be included in a work-life policy.
Conversation w/ Michael Bouchard, Management Consultant and Member, Arlington VA Commission on Aging, about the need for older adults to plan ahead when considering aging in place and selecting a housing option that helps them maintain independence as long as possible.
Conversation w/ Sophia Ross, Digital Media and Grant Program Strategist, Capitol Hill Village, and Sherrill Wayland, MSW, Senior Director of Special Initiatives and Partnerships, SAGE Advocacy and Services for LGBTQ+ Elders, about how social stigma prevents LGBTQ+ older adults from living in certain communities, receive health and social services, and find housing. Resources to address these issues are discussed.
Conversation w/ David Jara, Au. D., Clinical Audiologist, about hearing loss among older adults and what to know about hearing aids and assistive listening devices.
Conversation w/ Elizabeth Field, Chief Operating Officer, Elizabeth Dole Foundation, and Pattie Cullum, 2025 Dole Caregiver Fellow, about family member caregiver duties and responsibilities for military and veteran family members, and the mission of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation to provide support.
Conversation w/ Erica Wood, JD, Consultant on Law and Aging, about adult guardianship, what it means for a court to declare a person “incapacitated,” and duties and powers of a guardian as well as qualifications needed to serve.
Conversation w/ Suzanne Lapierre, Virginia Room Librarian, Fairfax County Virginia Public Library, about innovative programs and services being developed by libraries to meet diverse characteristics and circumstances of older adults.
Conversation w/ Rob Haynie, Managing Director, Life Insurance Settlements, Inc., about pros and cons of buying life insurance and what to know about life settlements.
Conversation w/ Jim Joseph, CFP, President, FSA Wealth Partners, about factors to consider when planning for and after retirement, hiring a financial professional, and ensuring best approaches to personal financial growth and security.
Conversation w/ Shawn Smith, Director, Virginia Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP), about the differences between Medicare fraud, abuse, and billing errors, and how SMPs help beneficiaries handle complaints related to these practices.
Conversation w/ Carter Florence, Vice President, Programs, Meals on Wheels America, and Mary Tugwell, President, Meals on Wheels of Arlington, about Meals on Wheels services, program enrollment, and volunteer opportunities.
Conversation w/ Sara Margolin, PhD, Associate Professor, SUNY Brockport, and Author, about falsehoods and myths perpetuated about aging, and the positive aspects of the aging process
Conversation w/ Jocelyn Wittstein, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon and Co-Author, about aging-related changes in older adult joints and bones due to osteoporosis and osteoarthritis, and food/beverages, dietary supplements, and exercises to help improve bone and joint health.
Conversation w/ Julius Birnbaum, MD, MHS, Associate Professor of Rheumatology, and Division Chief of Rheumatology, Mercy Hospital, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, and Author, about types of rheumatic diseases including risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and disease management.
Conversation w/ Lance A. Slatton, The Senior Care Influencer, and Host, All Home Care Matters podcast, about home-based care services, hiring and working with a home care agency, and scope of home care assistant skills.
Conversation w/ Mary Tinetti, MD, Gladys Phillips Crofoot Professor of Medicine, Yale School of Medicine, about Patient Priorities Care, a method of aligning patients’ healthcare decisions and treatment plans with their individual goals and preferences, rather than relying only on medical guidelines or treatment protocols.
Conversation w/ Hey-Jin Kong, MD, Primary Care Physician, about the physical and mental health effects of job loss on government employees and their families, and how health care providers are helping to navigate the challenges that come with unemployment.
Conversation w/ Jose Rivera, Playwright/Director, about writing the play “Your Name Means Dream,” and how artificial intelligence (AI) may enhance older adult lives and impact all people in the future.
Conversation w/ Mary Hyde, PhD, Director, Research and Evaluation, AmeriCorps, about benefits of volunteering for older adults and AmeriCorps Seniors Program services and volunteer opportunities.
Conversation w/ Brad Moore, MD, Director, Lifestyle Medicine Program, George Washington (GW) University, about basic components of lifestyle medicine, use for assessing older adult health care needs, and recommended approaches and treatments to help patients take control of their health outcomes.
Conversation w/ Emma Violand-Sanchez, Ed.D., Immigrant, Educator, and Author, Dreams and Shadows, An Immigrant’s Journey, about life in Bolivia and as a U.S. citizen, and her work as an educator of children who speak little English and students who want to overcome immigration barriers in pursuit of higher education.
Conversation w/ David Bernstein, MD, Geriatrician and Author, Senior Driving Dilemmas, Lifesaving Strategies, Second Edition, about health issues older adults face as they age, signs it’s time to stop driving, alternative transportation options, and tips for family conversations about hanging up the keys.
Conversation w/ Neil Caporaso, MD, Emeritus Professor in Public Health, about alcohol use among older adults including health risks, types of cancer linked to alcohol consumption, and ways to reduce or stop alcohol use.
Conversation w/ Stan Goldberg, PhD, Professor Emeritus, San Francisco State University, about living with Parkinson’s disease (PD), signs/symptoms, diagnosis and treatment, and how people with PD can maintain quality of life.
Conversation w/ Doug Elwood, MD, MBA, Chief Medical Officer, and Mark Hanson, PhD, Adviser, Sunday Health, about the interrelationship between biomarkers and artificial intelligence, and other promising diagnostic tools and therapies, which enhance early detection and personalized treatment strategies for MCI and mild dementia.
Conversation w/ Celeste Barry, Program Associate, The Sentencing Project, and Jose Saldana, Director, Release Aging People in Prison, about characteristics of people serving life sentences in the U.S., efforts to change sentencing laws, and findings of the report, “A Matter of Life: The Scope and Impact of Life and Long-Term Imprisonment in the United States."
Conversation w/ Melissa Andrews, President and CEO, LeadingAge Virginia, about middle market member characteristics, factors preventing utilization of current care models, and development and implementation of an alternative living and care option for this population.
Conversation w/ Elexa Waugh-Quasebarth, Clinical Manager/Occupational Therapist, Safe at Home-Home Care Partners, about why older adults should plan ahead if they want to stay in their homes as they age and what to know to successfully age in place.
Conversation w/ Marcella Johnstone, Cosmetologist and Master Stylist, about specialized hair and beauty services tailored to older adult needs, effects of aging on hair, skin, and nails, and settings where beauty care services are provided.
Conversation w/ Elizabeth Gray, Attorney at Law, McCandlish Lillard, about why estate planning is recommended for older adults and how an attorney can assist in creating a plan that best reflects their wishes both before and after their death.
Conversation w/ Linda Siam, Project Director, Northern Virginia Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), and Liz Berke, PhD, Director, Program Operations - SCSEP, National Council on Aging,about current status of age 50+ adults in the workplace, challenges when seeking employment, and how SCSEP can help those who are unemployed find new jobs.
Conversation w/ Patricia D’Antonio, MS MBA, Executive Director, National Center to Reframe Aging, about how ageism impacts our society, why raising awareness of an implicit bias toward older people is needed, and how the National Center is rethinking aging in America.
Conversation w/ Maimoona Bah, LCSW, Division Director, Arlington (VA) Aging & Disability Services Division, about changes over the past decade regarding older adult needs, and how community agencies serve these residents and their families to promote healthier lives.
Conversation w/ Michelle McLeod, PhD, Director, Osteoarthritis Clinical Research Programs, Arthritis Foundation, about diagnosis, treatment, management, and prevention of arthritis, and research to find a cure.
Conversation w/ Santa Claus about aging in place with Mrs. Claus at the North Pole, toy production with elves, decision-making about who’s naughty and who’s nice, worldwide travel issues, and retirement considerations.
Conversation w/ Jack L.B. Gohn, Playwright, Critic and Author, about writing a play called Quitting Time, topics for future works, and productions featuring aging-related themes written by other playwrights.
Conversation w/ Tracey Gendron, MS, PhD, Gerontologist and Chair, Department of Gerontology, Virginia Commonwealth University, and Author, Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias and How to End It, about how aging and ageism are related, why older adults are targets of ageism, and how to reduce and eliminate it.
Conversation w/ John Kirn Wenderlein III, Hospice Chaplain and Author, Remember Me, about his experiences as a hospice chaplain, and how he and others in that role provide end of life support and help address concerns of terminally ill individuals and their families.
Conversation w/ Susan I. Wranik, MS, MA, CCC-SLP, Linguist and Speech-Language Pathologist, about problems and disorders treated with speech therapy, treatment techniques, and benefits of speech therapy for older adults.
Conversation w/ Michael DiGeronimo, CTRS, Director, Arlington (VA) Adult Day Program, and William Zagorski, CEO, American Senior Care Centers, and Board Chair, National Adult Day Services Association, about adult day program services and how the program supports family caregivers.
Conversation w/Terry Fulmer, PhD, RN, FAAN, President, The John A. Hartford Foundation, and Ken Dychtwald, PhD, Founder/CEO, Age Wave, about key findings of a national survey, “Meeting the Growing Demand for Age-Friendly Care: Health Care at the Crossroads,” and how geriatric health care can be improved.
Conversation w/ Michelle Thomas, Coordinator, Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program, about Medicare parts and enrollment, Medicare Advantage Plans, and State Health Insurance Assistance Programs.
Conversation w/ with Damon Iacovelli, MAcOM LAc, Acupuncturist and Herbalist, Alleva Acupuncture, about acupuncture therapy, how it affects the body, health conditions treated, and the therapy session experience.
Conversation w/ Stephanie Hoopes, PhD, National Director, United for ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed), and Rosie Allen-Herring, MBA, President and CEO, United Way of the National Capital Area, about ways to measure financial hardship and how United Way programs/services help ALICE older adults and families in need.
Conversation w/ Christy Cole, Vice President and Chief Philanthropy Officer, Arlington Community Foundation, about the meaning of philanthropy, suggestions for older adults to make a contribution to their communities, and creation and implementation of a strategic plan for philanthropic giving.
Conversation w/ Claire Hannah, Executive Director, Association of Immunization Managers, about Covid-19, flu, and RSV vaccines in addition to other immunizations older adults need to avoid health complications and stay healthy.
Conversation w/ Larry Payne, PhD, yoga therapist, Founder, Samata International Yoga and Health Center, and Founder, International Association of Yoga Therapists, about yoga types, how to practice yoga, and benefits for older adults.
Conversation w/ Greg Ferro, EdD, U.S. history and presidential election lecturer, about older adults’ role in previous presidential elections, and how and for whom they decide to vote; also, the 2024 election, how it differs from previous elections, and factors likely to determine the winner.
Conversation w/ Amy Sanders, MD, Dementia Neurologist, Sunday Health, and Clay Ackerly, MD, Primary Care Physician, Co-Founder. Ackerly McBride Group, and Senior Clinical Advisor, Sunday Health, about cognitive decline among older adults, cognitive assessment tests and treatment, and how the condition can be prevented.
Conversation w/ Eileen Bogdanoff, ancestry advanced researcher, about how tracing family roots through genealogy benefits older adults and their families, and ways to conduct genealogy research to ensure success in learning about one’s family history,
Conversation w/ Kira Vanderlan, CEO/ Owner, Zestful Design, and Joan Palmquist, Member, AARP Speakers Team, MN, about effective ways to declutter and downsize and how professional organizers can help.
Conversation w/ Anne Marie Farage-Smith, pet loss grief counseling professional, and author, Healing Wisdom for Pet Loss, An Animal Lover’s Guide to Grief, faragesmith.com, about emotional challenges older adults face when relocating and parting with beloved pets, and ways to adjust to life without a pet.
Conversation w/ Kelly Bulkeley, PhD, psychologist of religion and dream researcher, www.faragesmith.com, about the meaning and incidence of dreams among people of different ages, dreaming among older adults, and how dreams can help them address unresolved issues.
Conversation w/ Jessica Wynter Martin, Master AI Consultant, about why AI-enabled technology holds the potential to improve older adults’ well-being, examples of how AI currently serves this population, and pros/cons to be addressed as the technology evolves.
Conversation w/ Tish Hevel, Founder/CEO, Brain Donor Project, about neurological disorders among older adults, obstacles to discovering treatments and cures, and donation to the Brain Donor Project.
Conversation w/ Nicholas Profitt, Community Liaison Officer, VA Office of the Attorney General, and Trudy Marotta, AARP Community Ambassador and Fraud Watch Network Speaker, about scams, fraud and identity theft that scammers use to target older adults, how to avoid being a victim, and resources to protect older consumers.
Conversation w/ Aimee Halbruner, Vice President of Music Education, and Leanne Belasco, Director of Music Therapy, Levine Music, about benefits of music activities and education for older adults, impact on their lives, and available musical courses, programs, and events.
Conversation w/ Nicholas Schor, MD, Geriatric Psychiatrist, about older adult mental health problems, how misinformation and ageism impact healthcare provider attitudes towards these patients, and treatment and prevention of mental health disorders among older adults.
Conversation w/ Holly Garriock, PhD, Chief Cohort Development Officer, All of Us Research Program, National Institutes of Health, about issues limiting conduct of aging-related research studies, efforts to change that practice, and information older adults should know before participating in aging-related research studies.
Conversation w/ Bill Rawls, MD, Integrative Health Practitioner, and Author, The Cellular Wellness Solution, about how stress on body cells increases chronic illness risk and hastens aging, and how herbal therapy and a healthy lifestyle can aid healing and improve wellness.
Conversation w/ Emily Nabors, Senior Program Specialist, Center for Healthy Aging, National Council on Aging, about issues older travelers should handle when planning a domestic or international trip, and tips to remember during the journey to ensure a safe, fun and memorable experience.
Conversation w/ Camden Doran, Supervisor, Northern Virginia LTC Ombudsman Program, and Amity Overall-Laib, Director, National Ombudsman Resource Center, about the ombudsman program, how it addresses LTC facility resident complaints, and advice for families seeking a LTC facility for a loved one.
Conversation with Barbara Sullivan, National Director, Village to Village Network, about the village model including administration, membership, programs/services, and Wendy Zenker, Executive Director, Arlington Neighborhood Village, and Scott Parkin, President, Reston for a Lifetime, about how their organizations serve older adults in their communities.
Conversation w/ Robin Edwards, Certified Senior Advisor, CarePatrol, about enlarging the circle of care as older adults age, looking at alternative housing arrangements, and using senior placement services to help make the best choice to meet their needs.
Conversation w/ Jeannette Twomey, JD, VA Certified Mediator/Conflict Resolution Trainer, Mediate Virginia, about how elder mediation helps families successfully resolve aging transition issues and how conflict coaching can improve difficult family dialogues about aging topics.
Conversation w/ Sheila Callaham, Co-Founder/Executive Director, Age Equity Alliance (AEA), about the status and age-related challenges of age 50+ employees in the workplace, why age equity in the workplace is needed, and AEA solutions.
Conversation w/ with Marcie Campbell, Vice President, Marketing and Intake, Cherry Blossom PACE, Alexandria, VA, about PACE operations, participant qualifications and enrollment, program services, and Cherry Blossom PACE features.
Conversation w/ Lauren Dunning, JD, MPH, Director, Center for the Future of Aging, Milken Institute, and Trent Stamp, MPP, Chief Executive Officer, The Eisner Foundation, about the importance of intergenerational relationships, how people of different ages work together to address societal challenges, and intergenerational strategies to achieve a common social good.
Conversation w/ Millie Osborne, M.D., Psychiatrist and Author, Con Artist Dating, about romance and relationship scams, characteristics of con artists who prey on older adults, and how to recover from and prevent these relationships.
Conversation w/ Charles Smith, DO, Addictionologist, Recovery First Treatment Center, and Author, Understanding Addiction: Know Science, No Stigma, about alcohol use and AUDs among older adults, treatment and rehabilitation, and how to lessen incidence.
Conversation w/ Meg LaPorte and Jordan Evans, Founders, Art Against Ageism, about the relationship between aging and ageism, negative depictions of older adults in media and culture, and how Art Against Ageism is addressing this issue.
Conversation w/ Eileen West, MD, FACP, Internal Medicine and Women’s Health, and Concierge Medicine Practitioner. about concierge medicine pros and cons, how it compares to the traditional medical model, and whether it’s the right choice for personal health care needs.
Conversation w/ Hugh Willard, M.Ed., Psychotherapist, Retirement Coach, and Author, Finding Beauty in the Gray, about identifying primary elements for retirement planning, and benefits of working with a retirement coach to help prepare for post career life.
Conversation w/ Sara Zeff Geber, PhD, Author, Essential Retirement Planning for Solo Agers, and Founder, LifeEncore, about issues, challenges, and circumstances facing solo agers, and options to consider to ensure well-being and quality of a later life.
Conversation w/ Dawn Quattlebaum, Chief Executive Officer, Seabury Resources for Aging, about affordable housing availability in communities, housing options for low-income older adults, and Seabury affordable housing choices and supportive services for this population.
Conversation w/ Dianne Stone, Associate Director, National Council on Aging, and National Expert on Senior Centers, about the role of senior centers in the community, available programs and services, and benefits to older adults and their families.
Conversation w/ Lawren Bercaw, PhD, Research Public Health Analyst, RTI International Center for the Health of Populations, about nutrition for healthy aging, and how senior nutrition programs, including the restaurant program, provide meals for older adults in communities.
Conversation w/ Patti Klein, Executive Director, Rebuilding Together Arlington/Fairfax/Falls Church, about health and safety needs for older adult homes, examples of home modifications and repairs, and Rebuilding Together services and programs.
Conversation w/Michela Monday,LCSW and Omotayo Daniels,LICSW, LCSW, Human Services Clinicians, Adult Protective Services, Arlington Department of Human Services,about examples of abuse, neglect, and exploitation among older adults and the role of Adult Protective Services in helping victims.
Conversation w/ Kathleen Cameron, BSPharm, MPH, Pharmacist and Senior Director, Center for Healthy Aging, National Council on Aging, about medication-related problems, risks of multiple prescriptions, and over the counter drugs, and deprescribing medications to optimize use and improve outcomes.
Conversation w/ Aaron Guest, PhD, Socio-Environmental Gerontologist, Arizona State University, about older adult health problems caused by climate change, health provider roles to address climate change effects on patients, and raising awareness about climate change.
Conversation w/ Celeste Greene, MA, Gerontologist, Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher, and Director, Celeste Greene Laughs, about basic principles of laughter yoga, practice fundamentals, and benefits to older adults.
Conversation w/ Stacey Iden, CVA, Program Manager, Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Northern Virginia, about the value of volunteering for older adults and volunteer opportunities with local community organizations and Americorps Seniors.
Conversation w/ Stan Goldberg, PhD, Professor Emeritus, San Francisco State University, and Author of Preventing Senior Moments, about senior moment basics - myths, causes, types, and prevention strategies – and differences between senior moments and dementia symptoms.
Conversation w/ Barbara Huelat, FASID, AAHID, EDAC, Healing Design
Strategist, and Author of Taming the Chaos of Dementia, about recognition
of dementia symptoms and changing behaviors, and practical interventions
to benefit persons with dementia and their caregivers.
Conversation w/ DeShaundra Jones, Senior Director, Customer Experience & Stakeholder Engagement, Washington Gas, about applying safety and energy efficiency practices at home and winter driving tips
Conversation w/with Francine Russo, Journalist and Author, Love After 50:
How to Find It, Enjoy It, and Keep It, about concerns that prevent older adults from looking for love, dating options, and issues to consider in a new relationship.
Conversation w/ Emona Kraja, DDS and Randeep Sidhu, DDS, Primary Dental Care Providers, about dental conditions associated with aging, dental insurance coverage, and improving oral health.
Conversation w/ Marjorie Fox, JD, Certified Financial Planner and Co-Author, Women Wise: The Essential Guide to Financial and Lifestyle Decisions as We Age, about challenges older women face in their sunset years and how comprehensive and practical financial information can help prepare them for retirement.
Conversation w/ Jelena Kecmanovic, PhD, Clinical Psychologist/Founding Director, Arlington/DC Behavior Therapy Institute, about holiday blues among older adults and ways families can support them during the holidays.
Conversation with Ericka Crouse, PharmD, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacotherapy and Outcomes Science, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy, about aging and sleep, common sleep problems, and tips to get a good night’s sleep.
Conversation w/ Eric Anderson, MD, Director, Interventional Pulmonology, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and Associate Professor Georgetown University, about lung cancer prevalence, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
Conversation w/ Michelle Thomas, Coordinator, Virginia Insurance Counseling & Assistance Program (VICAP), about the Medicare program, Medicare Open Enrollment opportunities, and VICAP services.
Conversation w/ Phyllis Wilson, President, and Marilla Cushman, Senior Advisor to the President, Military Women’s Memorial, about the history of women in the U.S. Military, their expanded roles in recent conflicts, and the Military Women's Memorial, a tribute to America's Servicewomen.
Conversation w/ Maria Spetalnik, Board Certified Professional Organizer and Founder/CEO, Conquer the Clutter, about causes, risk factors, treatment, and prevention of hoarding.
Conversation w/ Brian Taylor, AuD, Audiologist and Senior Director of Audiology, Signia, about age-related hearing loss and hearing aid styles/types/costs and how they work.
Conversation w/ Georges Benjamin, MD, Executive Director, American Public Health Association, about the new COVID-19, flu, and RSV vaccines and why older adults need them to avoid health complications and stay healthy.
Conversation w/ Ali Walker, Project 2025 Chair, and Keith Tate, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Chair/Board Member, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention National Capital Area Chapter, about risk factors, intervention, and prevention strategies for older adults at risk of suicide, and available resources to support family members affected by suicide.
Conversation w/ Sara Williams, President, Funeral Consumers Alliance, about goods, services and logistics associated with funeral planning, and how the Funeral Consumers Alliance helps consumers be prepared and protected when planning a funeral for themselves or loved ones.
Conversation w/ Sara Pappa, PhD, MCHES, Coordinator, Northern Virginia Falls Prevention Alliance, and Rainie Ames, Executive Producer, Saving Claire Falls Prevention Project, about falls-related injuries and prevention programs for older adults, and the Saving Claire Falls Prevention Project.
Conversation w/ Diane Kresh, Director, Arlington Department of Libraries, about how libraries are developing services to meet the diverse characteristics and unique circumstances of older adults and how Arlington Public Library is creating a user-friendly experience for older patrons.
Conversation w/ Kathryne Fassbender, Gerontologist and Certified Dementia Communications Specialist, about dementia, coping with the disease, stigmas and stereotypes about people living with dementia, and work of Reimagining Dementia Coalition.
Conversation w/ Edwin Fontanez, Author, One Last Song For My Father: A Son’s Memoir, about his relationship with his father from childhood to adulthood, the struggle to find a connection, and what he learned during his father’s 16-year long journey with senile dementia.
Conversation w/ Michael Westerman, MD, Geriatric Medicine and Palliative Care Specialist, and Kristin Nannetti, MSN, RN, CHPN, Palliative Care Coordinator, Virginia Hospital Center, about types of and eligibility for palliative care, when and where it’s provided, palliative care team members, and hospice care transition.
Conversation w/ Charlene Rothkopf, MA and Colette Edwards, MD, MBA, Co-Authors, Navigating Your Healthcare Journey, Lessons Learned to Get the Care You Need & Deserve, about how the healthcare system works, who the players are, and managing personal health needs.
Conversation w/ Reverend Christine Dunn, MPA, MDIV, Director, Community Engagement, Lutheran Social Services National Capital Area, about arrival and resettlement of immigrants and refugees, needed services, and volunteer opportunities.
Conversation w/ Cathi Coridan, SRES and Certified Professional Coach, about post-pandemic real estate market changes, future relocation outlook, and how an SRES can help older adults make life changing decisions.
Conversation w/ Yolanda Stevens, PhD, Policy Analyst - Older Adults, National Alliance to End Homelessness, and Katherine Skiba, Journalist and Author, about why older adults are homeless, challenges they face, and solutions to help them stay securely housed.
Conversation w/ Wendy Rinehart, Co-Owner and Co-Founder, Family Solutions for Care, about pros and cons of purchasing long-term care insurance, policy coverage, and assistance with filing a claim.
Conversation w/ Erika Schwartz, DPM, FACFAS, Podiatric Physician and Surgeon, Foot & Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, about common foot conditions among older adults and how to keep feet healthy.
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, James Owen, Author, Just Move! A New Approach to Fitness After 50, talks about benefits of functional movement and fitness for older adults, and new habits and techniques to become and stay healthy.
Conversation w/ Lisa Muras, RDN, CDCES, Diabetes Educator, Outpatient Diabetes & Nutrition Program, Virginia Hospital Center, about diabetes - types, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, management - and resources to help live with the disease.
In this CLASSIC episode, Chicky Dadlani, MD, Dermatologist, Dermatology Associates of McLean, talks about skin changes accompanying aging, older adult skin conditions and diseases, and ways to protect and preserve aging skin.
Conversation w/ Sydney Palinkas, LMSW, CDP, Dementia Education and Outreach Coordinator, Regional Older Adult Facilities Mental Health Support Team (RAFT) about how the RAFT program can help older adults with dementia, their care partners and families better manage their lives.
Conversation w/ Barbara Green, retired CPA and Daily Money Manager, and pancreatic cancer patient, about her diagnosis, living with a terminal illness, having support from family and friends, and facing death.
Conversation w/ Rebecca Roskey-Brunner, RN, CEO, Complete Care Strategies, and President-Elect, Mid-Atlantic Chapter, Aging Life Care Association, about hiring aging life care professionals and services they provide.
Conversation w/ Mary Kay Buysse, Co-Executive Director, National Association of Senior & Specialty Move Managers, about senior move management, hiring a senior move manager and benefits of using one, and services they provide.
Conversation w/ Rachel Bonner, FNP, Holistic Nurse Practitioner, Rachel B Well, about the menopause experience for women including physical changes, signs and symptoms, common health risks, treatment options, and tips to help women manage this life transition.
In this CLASSIC episode, Zachary White, PhD, Co-Author, “The Unexpected Journey of Caring: The Transformation from Loved One to Caregiver” and Terri Corcoran, Public Relations Chair, Well Spouse Association, and former spousal caregiver, talk about the impact of becoming a spousal caregiver, how caregiving changes priorities, and finding and providing support.
Conversation w/ Amir Rashidian, DC, Chiropractor, Mid-Atlantic Chiropractic Centers, about how chiropractic care differs from traditional medical practice, health conditions chiropractors treat and adjustment techniques they use, and what to know when seeking chiropractic care.
Conversation w/ Steve Cone, Chief of Philanthropy, Marketing, and Communications, Capital Caring Health, about how palliative care and hospice care differ and information about hospice benefits, services, eligibility, care providers, payment, and care locations.
Conversation w/ Richard Hilburn, MD, General Internal Medicine and Geriatrics, about basic components of holistic healthcare, how it’s used to assess older adult health care needs, holistic healthcare providers, and common treatments.
Conversation w/ Neil Caporaso, MD, Emeritus Professor, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, about prevalence, causes, and consequences of obesity among older adults; also, medication treatments and weight loss tips.
Conversation w/ Paul Barnett, JD, Elder Law Attorney and Principal, Manning, Murray, Barnett & Baxter, about hiring an elder law attorney and types of legal matters elder law attorneys handle for their clients.
Conversation w/ Kristina Pestana, MS, CNS, LDN, Nutrition and Wellness Services Director, Juno Wellness, about dietary supplements, including ingredients, health risks, benefits, Food and Drug Administration regulations, and recommendations for older adults.
Conversation w/ Nancy Long, RN, CRNP, Annapolis Volunteer Market Coordinator, National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC), about ovarian cancer types and stages, risk factors, symptoms, screening, treatment, and prognosis; also, NOCC programs and services.
Conversation w/ Deputy Chief Wayne Vincent, head of the Community Engagement Division, Arlington County Police Department, about police community outreach units, police training, and how police address older adult issues to prevent harm and ensure wellbeing.
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, host Cheryl Beversdorf talks with David Bernstein, MD, Geriatrician and Author of Senior Driving Dilemmas: Lifesaving Strategies, about warning signs for older adults to stop driving, and having the conversation with older relatives about turning over the keys.
Conversation w/ Julie Norstrand, PhD, MSW, MSc, Adjunct Professor, Regis College and Founder, Help My Aging Parents, about preparing for caregiving responsibilities, including having family conversations and identifying relevant issues and available community resources.
Conversation w/ Celina Gorre, Chief Executive Officer, WomenHeart: National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease, about risk factors, common symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiovascular disease in women; also, rehabilitation and prevention.
Conversation w/ Deborah Lewis, MBA, CPA, Professional Certified Financial Planner, about retirement planning steps and stages, mistakes to avoid, and follow-up after retirement to ensure financial stability.
Conversation w/ Rachel Coates, MA, Bureau Director, Arlington County Aging and Disabilities Services, and Helen King, MSW, Director, Arlington Agency on Aging, about community Area Agencies on Aging, programs/services for older adults/caregivers, and Arlington’s Agency on Aging program offerings.
Conversation w/ Susan Ryan, CEO, The Green House Project, about current nursing home care,resident quality of life, and how the Green House Project differs from the traditional nursing home model.
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, host Cheryl Beversdorf talks with Michelle Sosa, LCSW, Kinship Navigation and Outreach Coordinator, Arlington County Department of Human Services, about circumstances requiring kinship care, placement arrangements, caregiver rights and responsibilities, and community resources.
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, host Cheryl Beversdorf talks with Shira Lotzar, Chief Engagement Officer, Purposeful Hire, and Co-Founder, Boomerworks.org, about the current status of older workers in the workplace, exploring alternative employment, and how to effectively achieve employment goals.
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, host Cheryl Beversdorf talks with Priyanka Kanth, MD, Gastroenterologist and Director, Gastrointestinal Cancer Prevention Program, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, about signs and symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic screening, and treatment for colorectal cancer, and lifestyle changes to reduce risk
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, host Cheryl Beversdorf talks with Peter Karacki, MD, Hospitalist, Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group, about hospital medicine and how hospitalists provide and coordinate comprehensive medical care of hospitalized patients.
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, host Cheryl Beversdorf talks with Tania Bougebrayel Cohn, Community Engagement and Resilience Manager, Arlington County Department of Public Safety Communications and Emergency Management, about preparation for disasters and emergencies, and Arlington Emergency Management programs, services, and resources.
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, host Cheryl Beversdorf talks with Jelena Kecmanovic, PhD, Clinical Psychologist/Founding Director, Arlington/DC Behavior Therapy Institute, about holiday blues among older adults and ways families can support them during the holidays.
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, host Cheryl Beversdorf talks with Jelena Kecmanovic, PhD, Clinical Psychologist/Founding Director, Arlington/DC Behavior Therapy Institute, about holiday blues among older adults and ways families can support them during the holidays.
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, host Cheryl Beversdorf talks with Maestro Thomas Colohan, Artistic Director and Conductor, Washington Master Chorale about history and origins of traditional and modern Christmas carols and favorite holiday songs sung most often.
Conversation w/ Amy Bernstein, Au.D., FAAA, Audiologist, Lesner Hearing Center and Bonnie O’Leary, Certified Peer Mentor and Outreach Manager, Northern Virginia Resource Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Persons, talk about benefits/limitations of wearing hearing aids, and pros and cons of OTC and prescription hearing aids.
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, host Cheryl Beversdorf talks with Sara Pappa, PhD, Coordinator, Northern Virginia Falls Prevention Alliance, Marymount University, and Jade Bender-Burnett, PT DPT NCS, Lecturer, Marymount University Malek School of Health Professions, about causes/risks of falls and falls prevention programs.
Conversation with Michelle Thomas, Coordinator, VA Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program (VICAP) and Mary Beth Donahue, President/CEO, Better Medicare Alliance, about Medicare basics, enrollment, VICAP services, and types of Medicare Advantage Plans.
Conversation w. Ricki Fairley, triple negative breast cancer survivor and Co-Founder/CEO, TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance (BBCA), about risk factors, symptoms, types, diagnosis/treatment of Black breast cancer, and TOUCH BBCA activities and programs.
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, host Cheryl Beversdorf talks with Eric Anderson, MD, Director, Interventional Pulmonology, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and Professor, Clinical Medicine, Georgetown University, about lung cancer, including risk factors, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
Conversation with Dr. Yabo Beysolow, MD MPH, Owner, YB Consultants, and Technical Consultant on Immunizations and Vaccines, about COVID-19 vaccine updates, other vaccines older adults need, and racial and ethnic disparities related to getting vaccines.
Conversation w/ Kirstan Fuller, Social Innovation Manager, Seabury Resources for Aging, about consequences of social stigma and prejudice against LGBTQ older adults, problems seeking services and housing, and resources to help live long and healthy lives.
Conversation w/ Christine Dolan, MBA, Daily Money Manager, C. Dolan & Associates, about hiring and working with a daily money manager and services provided.
Conversation w/ Sal Selvaggio, DDS, Primary Dental Care Provider, Washington, DC, about dental health conditions, dental insurance, and preventive oral health care.
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, host Cheryl Beversdorf talks with Rohit Satoskar, MD, Director, Medical Services, MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute, and Medical Director, Liver Transplantation, about liver diseases and liver transplant process.
Conversation w/ Matt de Ferranti, JD, Arlington County Board member, about Arlington’s aging population, their needs for affordable housing, and how the County’s Missing Middle Housing Study will impact this population.
Conversation w/ Elizabeth Landsverk, MD, Geriatrician and Author of “Living in the Moment: Overcoming Challenges and Finding Moments of Joy in Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias,” about steps family members need to take regarding care when a loved one is diagnosed with dementia and how to provide best quality of life as the disease progresses.
Conversation w/ Lindsey Vajpeyi, Director, Early Stage Programs, Insight Memory Care Center, about dementia types, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and community resources for individuals diagnosed with dementia and their families.
Conversation w/ Mike Studer, DPT, Clinical Specialist, Neurologic Physical Therapy, about exercise and physical activity benefits for older adults, why geriAthletics is becoming popular, and how to participate.
Conversation w/ David Bernstein, MD, Geriatrician and Author of Senior Driving Dilemmas: Lifesaving Strategies, about warning signs for older adults to stop driving, and tips for families needing to “have the talk” with older relatives about safe driving.
Conversation w/ Terrence Roberts, PhD, Member, Little Rock Nine, about his experience as a Little Rock Nine member, and how that experience influenced his career, his Civil Rights Movement participation, and his dedication to equality for all Black Americans.
Conversation w/ Gramps Jeffrey, Author, I Don’t Want to Turn 3, about characteristics of grandparents, changing roles and responsibilities, and building healthy relationships with grandchildren.
Conversation w/ Marjorie Fox, JD, Certified Financial Planner and Co-Author, Women Wise: The Essential Guide to Financial and Lifestyle Decisions as We Age, about challenges older women face in their sunset years and how comprehensive and practical financial information can help prepare them for retirement.
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, host Cheryl Beversdorf talks w/ Teri Deal, PT, Vestibular Therapist, about the relationship between balance problems and falls, causes and risk factors, and activities to prevent them.
Conversation w/ Lexi Bingnear, NP, Nurse Practitioner, OrthoVirginia, and Sean Cone, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist, Joint Replacement Center, Virginia Hospital Center, about common joint conditions, non-surgical treatment measures, and joint replacement surgery.
Conversation w/ Fonya Helm, PhD, Clinical Psychologist and Psychoanalyst, about older adults seeking new relationships and dating, and tips for meeting new people.
Conversation w/ Miren Schinco MD, Director, Trauma Services, Virginia Hospital Center (VHC) and Courtney Caton, MSN, RN, Director, VHC Trauma Program, about causes and long-term effects of trauma in older adults and key issues when providing care and treatment.
Conversation w/ James Owen, Author, Just Move! A New Approach to Fitness After 50, about benefits of functional movement and fitness for older adults, and new habits and techniques to get and stay healthy.
Conversation with Ericka Crouse, PharmD, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacotherapy and Outcomes Science, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy, about how aging affects sleep, getting a good night’s sleep, and common sleep problems.
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, host Cheryl Beversdorf talks with Michael Atkins, MD, Deputy Director, Georgetown-Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Georgetown University, and Ami Aronson, MPH, melanoma survivor, and Executive Director, Bernstein Family Foundation, about melanoma types, causes/risk factors, and treatment options; also a physician/patient story of survival and recovery.
In this CLASSIC Aging Matters episode, host Cheryl Beversdorf talks with Keith J. Kowalczyk, MD, Director, Urologic Oncology, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, about a healthy prostate and prostate problems, including causes/risk factors, signs/symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
Conversation w/ Millie Osborne, MD, Holistic Psychiatrist and Author, “Fit to Eat: How Industry Is Making Us Sick and What to Do About It,” about effects of current nutritional guidelines on chronic diseases incidence and new approaches for prevention
Conversation w/ Terri Corcoran, Public Relations Chair, Well Spouse Association, and former spousal caregiver, and Zachary White, PhD, Co-Author, “The Unexpected Journey of Caring: The Transformation from Loved One to Caregiver,” about impact of becoming a spousal caregiver, how caregiving changes priorities, and finding and providing support.
In this CLASSIC episode of Aging Matters, Cheryl Beversdorf talks with Andrea Singer, MD, FACP, CCD, Chief Medical Officer, Bone and Osteoporosis Foundation, about causes/risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of osteoporosis
In this classic episode of Aging Matters, Cheryl hosts a conversation with Shannon Burton, ACNP, SCRN, Nurse Practitioner, Stroke Center, MedStar Washington Hospital Center & Lee Stroy, stroke survivor and Ambassador, American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, about causes/risk factors, signs/ symptoms, and treatments for a stroke; also recovery, rehabilitation, and prevention.
Conversation w/ Claudine Isaacs, MD, Professor of Medicine and Oncology, Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Georgetown University, and Clinical Oncologist, Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, about risk factors, common signs, diagnosis, and treatment for breast cancer
Conversation w/ Tori Goldhammer, MS, OTR/L, Owner, Living at Home Consultations, about how to age in place successfully
Conversation w/ Brian Isaac, Artistic Director, Encore Creativity for Older Adults, about benefits of singing as an older adult and details about the Encore organization.
Conversation w/ John Lehr, President/CEO, Parkinson’s Foundation, about causes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment, and living with Parkinson's disease
Conversation w/ Rev. Michael Morse, retired minister, United Church of Christ, about advance care planning, advance directive, and end-of-life options including medical aid in dying and other alternatives.
Conversation w/ Jennifer Verbesey, MD, Director, Living Donor Kidney Transplantation, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital Transplant Institute, about kidney disease and aging, and kidney transplantation including donor/recipient evaluation, compatibility, and eligibility.
Conversation w/ Gerald Marti, MD, Retired Commander, U.S. Public Health Service, and Past President, MD Chapter, American Society of Addiction Medicine, about alcohol use disorders among older adults including risk factors, warning signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and reducing incidence.
Conversation w/ Chicky Dadlani, MD, Dermatologist, Dermatology Associates of McLean, about skin changes accompanying aging, older adult skin conditions and diseases, and ways to protect and preserve aging skin.
Conversation w/ Priyanka Kanth, MD, Gastroenterologist and Director, Gastrointestinal Cancer Prevention Program, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, about signs and symptoms, risk factors, diagnostic screening, and treatment for colorectal cancer, and lifestyle changes to reduce risk
Conversation w/ Tracey Gendron, Ph.D., Gerontologist, Chair, Dept. of Gerontology, Virginia Commonwealth University, and author of “Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias and How to End It,” about how aging and ageism are related, examples of age stereotypes, and ways to reduce ageism
Conversation w/ Matthew Mintz,MD,Primary Care Physician and Internist, and author of Medical Marijuana and CBD: A Physician’s Guide for Patients,about medical marijuana and related products, what to know before using, and where to find and purchase them.
Conversation w/ Jim Morris, Taxaide, AARP Taxaide Program & IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, about federal and state tax information updates and free tax preparation services for older adults.
Conversation w/ Stuart Henochowicz, MD, Internist/Allergist-Immunologist, Assistant Professor, Medical Education, University of Virginia Medical School, and Vice-Chair, Steering Committee, immunizevirginia.org, about current and future status of COVID-19 vaccines, and other vaccines recommended to keep older adults healthy as they age
Conversation w/ Michelle Sosa, LCSW, Kinship Navigation and Outreach Coordinator, Arlington County Department of Human Services, about circumstances requiring kinship care, placement arrangements, caregiver rights and responsibilities, and community resources
Conversation w/ Nicholas Joseph MD, Executive Director, Cherry Blossom PACE, about PACE eligibility, enrollment, operations, and services
Conversation with Shunaka White, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist and Owner, For Safety’s Sake LLC, about OT role in home, residential and health care settings, and key practice areas to promote productive aging
Conversation w/ Julie Becker, MA, PhD, MPH, Senior Public Health Scholar and Climate Change Advisor with Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania, and Rose Schneider, MPH RN, Senior Public Health and Climate Change Advisor, about causes of climate change, health impacts on older adults, and solutions to reduce climate change effects
Conversation w/ Tania Bougebrayel Cohn, Community Engagement and Resilience Manager, Arlington County Department of Public Safety Communications and Emergency Management, about preparation for disasters and other emergencies, and Arlington Emergency Management programs, services, and resources
Conversation w/ DeShaundra Jones, Senior Director, Customer Experience & Stakeholder Engagement, Washington Gas, about ways to increase safety and energy efficiency at home and winter driving tips
Conversation withChris Clough, Certified Personal Trainer, about exercise and physical activity benefits for older adults and how a personal trainer can promote and maintain wellness
Conversation with Jenny Inker MBA PhD LALFA, Assistant Professor & Co-Director, Assisted Living Administration Specialty Area, Virginia Commonwealth University, about definitions of aging and elderhood, ageism, and navigating the aging process
Conversation with Maestro Thomas Colohan, Artistic Director, Washington Master Chorale and Conductor, Fairfax Choral Society Symphonic Chorus, about history and origins of traditional and modern Christmas carols and favorite holiday songs sung most often
Conversation with Jelena Kecmanovic, PhD, Clinical Psychologist and Founding Director, Arlington/DC Behavior Therapy Institute, about prevalence of holiday blues among older adults and ways families can keep loved ones’ spirits up during the holidays
Conversation with Jay White, EdD, MSG, Gerontologist and Director of Advocacy and Education, The Longevity Project for a greater Richmond, about athazagoraphobia, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis/treatment, and living with phobias
Conversation with Eric Anderson, MD, Director, Interventional Pulmonology, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and Professor, Clinical Medicine, Georgetown University, about lung cancer including risk factors, diagnosis, treatment and prevention
Conversation with Albert Rizzo, MD, Chief Medical Officer, American Lung Association, about respiratory diseases, and Gelareh Bassiry, Outreach Specialist, Arlington Agency on Aging (AAA) about AAA resources for family caregivers and their families
Conversation with Neeraj Mendiratta, MD, Assistant Physician-in-Chief, Kaiser Permanente/Volunteer Medical Expert, American Heart Association (AHA), and Donna Gayles, Washington, D.C. Senior Client Relations Executive, Capital Caring Health/family caregiver, about AHA study findings supporting palliative care for heart failure patients
Conversation with Michelle Thomas, Coordinator, Virginia Insurance Counseling & Assistance Program (VICAP) about the Medicare program, Medicare open enrollment, and VICAP services
Conversation with Robin Edwards, Certified Senior Advisor, CarePatrol, about alternative living arrangements for older adults and how senior placement agencies help families navigate best options
Conversation with Drew Martin, Nurse Practitioner, Cardiology Physician Group, Virginia Hospital Center, about the aging heart and cardiovascular diseases among older adults, including risk factors, signs/symptoms, treatment, and prevention
Conversation with Claudia Fine, Chief Professional Officer, eFamilyCare, about digital technology for the family caregiver
Conversation with w/ Kristin Zimmerman, PharmD, and Emily Peron, PharmD, Associate Professors, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Pharmacy, about polypharmacy, causes/risks of multiple prescriptions and over the counter medications, deprescribing medications, and medication management
Conversation with Ali Walker, Chair, and Keith Tate, Treasurer, Board of Directors, National Capital Area Chapter, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, about risk factors, intervention, and prevention strategies for older adults at risk of suicide, and resources for family members affected by suicide
Conversation with Kendra Farrow, Interim Project Director, Older Individuals who are Blind Technical Assistance Center, about age-related eye diseases causing low vision, rehabilitation services, vision technologies, and educational resources.
Conversation with Rohit Satoskar, MD, Director, Medical Services, MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute, and Medical Director, Liver Transplantation, about liver diseases - risk factors, signs/symptoms, diagnosis/treatment, and liver transplant process
Conversation with Jamie Beversdorf MD, Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Hospital and Palliative Care, UnityPoint Health, about end-of-life care in the ICU, treatment choices, and role of patient, care partners, family, and health provider team in care-related decisions
Conversation with Teri Deal, Physical Therapist, Board Certified Geriatric Specialist, and Vestibular Therapist, The Balance Center, about the relationship between balance problems and falls in older adults, causes and risk factors, and exercises/activities to prevent them.
Conversation with Margaret Gloria, MD, Medical Director, Palliative Care, and Hospice, Goodwin House, and Rene Laje, Ph.D., Program Coordinator, Mental Health Services, Jewish Social Service Agency, about why post-pandemic re-entry may be more troubling for older adults, emotions they may experience, and strategies to reduce anxiety.
Conversation with Shira Lotzar, Chief Engagement Officer, Purposeful Hire, and Co-Founder, Boomerworks.org, about the current status of the 50+ community in the workplace, exploring alternative employment, and how to effectively achieve employment goals.
Conversation with Chris Clough, Certified Personal Trainer, about exercise and physical activity benefits for older adults and how a personal trainer can promote and maintain wellness
Conversation with Beth Anton, Leader, GriefShare, and Cindi Uncles, widow, and GriefShare participant, about grief and loss of a family member, impact on survivors, and assistance and support provided by a grief recovery support program.
Conversation with Linda Kelleher, Chair, Arlington VA Commission on Aging, and Cynthia Davis, Chair, Age-Friendly Arlington Task Force, about needs of aging Arlington residents and what domains of livability are required to create an age-friendly community
Conversation with Rachael Sussman, MD, Assistant Professor, Urology & OB-GYN, Medstar Medical Group, about kidney and bladder problems including types, risk factors, causes, and symptoms; also, treatment options and lifestyle changes to prevent these conditions
Conversation with Lisa Fikes, Acting President/CEO, Leadership Center for Excellence/Volunteer Arlington, about the value of volunteering for older adults and volunteer opportunities in the community
Conversation with Jeannette Twomey, J.D., VA Certified Mediator, Mediate Virginia, about how elder mediation and conflict coaching help navigate the challenges of the aging process.
Conversation with Andrea Singer, MD, FACP, Director, Women's Primary Care, and Ryan Hankins, MD, Assistant Professor of Urology, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, about age and gender-related physical and sexuality changes, factors impacting sexuality, and ways to enjoy a healthy sex life
Conversation with Jennifer Collins, 55+ Program Manager, Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation, about activities and services, affordable meals, and travel programs offered to adults age 55 and older at Arlington community centers and other area sites
Conversation with Mary Jo Deering, President, Washington Area Village Exchange, about the 'village' movement and aging in place, services and programs, volunteer opportunities, and DC metropolitan area villages
Conversation with Patti Klein, Executive Director, Rebuilding Together, about home repairs, modifications, and upgrades to improve health, reduce safety hazards, and enhance home design for older adults and help them age in place
Conversation with Patrick Maiberger, MD, FACS, otolaryngologist, ENT Medical Group of Washington, about hearing loss among older adults including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention; also, advice about hearing aids and assistive listening devices.
Conversation with Michael Atkins, MD, Deputy Director, Georgetown-Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Georgetown University, and Ami Aronson, MPH, melanoma survivor and Executive Director, Bernstein Family Foundation, about types of melanoma, causes/risk factors, detection, and effective treatment options; also a physician/patient story of melanoma survival and recovery.
Conversation with Shannon Burton, ACNP, SCRN, Nurse Practitioner, Stroke Center, MedStar Washington Hospital Center & Lee Stroy, stroke survivor and Ambassador, American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, about causes/risk factors, signs/ symptoms, and treatments for a stroke; also recovery, rehabilitation, and prevention.
Conversation with Peter Karacki, MD, Hospitalist, Virginia Hospital Center Physician Group, about the role of hospitalists and how they collaborate with health team members and patients' families to provide care and coordinate comprehensive needs of hospitalized older adults
Conversation with Andrea Singer, MD, FACP, CCD, Chief Medical Officer, National Osteoporosis Foundation and Director, Women’s Primary Care, Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, about causes/risk factors for osteoporosis, diagnosis and treatment options, and how to manage and prevent osteoporosis
Conversation with Joseph Ferguson, MD, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, about common spine conditions affecting older adults, treatment options, and how to keep our spines healthy as we age
Conversation with Carol Burnett, long time Arlington, VA resident, and Makayla Andrews, MS, Health Educator, Department of Health, St. Petersburg, FL, about coping during the pandemic, changes and challenges, current status of receiving the vaccine, and thoughts about the future
Conversation with Lisa Muras, RD, CDE, Diabetes Educator, Outpatient Diabetes & Nutrition Program, Virginia Hospital Center, about sodium intake for older adults, health diseases caused by too much salt, and tips about sodium levels in packaged and restaurant food, reading food labels, and reduced salt diets
Conversation with Eric De Jonge, MD, Chief of Geriatrics, Capital Caring Health, about home-based primary care programs, including patient eligibility, services provided, health providers who deliver care, and support for patients, their care partners, and families
Conversation with Sharon Terry, Chief Executive Officer, Genetic Alliance, about the influence of genetic factors and genetic disorders on health promotion, disease prevention, and human longevity, and how the Genetic Alliance engages individuals, families, and communities to transform health.
Conversation with Jim Morris, Tax-Aide, AARP Tax-Aide Program/IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program, about information taxpayers need to know when preparing their 2020 tax return, and community tax assistance programs for older adults
Conversation with Andrea Singer, MD, FACP, CCD, Director, Women’s Primary Care, Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Medicine, Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, about physical changes and signs/symptoms of menopause and treatment; also tips to help women manage this life transition
Conversation with Keith J. Kowalczyk, MD, Director, Urologic Oncology, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, about better prostate health and common prostate problems including causes, risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments
Conversation with Shawn Smith, Director, Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP), about the difference between Medicare fraud, abuse, and errors, and how the Virginia SMP helps beneficiaries handle complaints related to these practices
Conversation with M. Norman Oliver, MD MA, Virginia Health Commissioner, about the Virginia Statewide Vaccine Pre-Registration System, and Yabo Beysolow, MD, MPH, former Medical Officer, Immunization Services Division, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about other vaccines for older adults.
Conversation with Dana Parsons, Vice President & Legislative Counsel, LeadingAge Virginia, about nursing home vulnerability during COVID-19 and use of infection control, prevention measures, restricted social activities, and vaccinations to prevent infections and protect residents.
Conversation with Erika D. Williams, MD, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist, MedStar Health, and Susan Paisner, an experienced triathlete, about being and staying healthy before and during training and competitions, triathlon basics, best training regimens, and race tips.
Conversation with Anthony Nunez, Visionary and Founder, INF-Care, about how robotics such as Rudy the Robot, and care tablets are helping expand older adults' lives.
Conversation with Lora Pollari-Welbes, Executive Director, and Thomas Adams, President, Board of Directors, Encore Learning, about membership, educational courses, and social activities of Encore Learning; also, course instructor and volunteer opportunities.
Conversation with Kenneth Vaz, MD, Hip and Knee Replacement Surgeon, Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, about joint conditions and treatments including joint replacement surgery.
Conversation with Jennifer Kanarek, Program Manager, NV Rides, and Carol Edelstein, Secretary, Board of Directors, Shepherd's Center of Arlington, McLean, and Falls Church, about transportation needs for older adults and related services offered by these organizations in the community.
Conversation with Jim Joseph, President, Financial Services Advisory, about selecting a financial professional, maintaining financial stability during the pandemic, and current economic indicators and financial market expectations with the new Federal Administration.
Conversation with Karen Love, Executive Director, Dementia Action Alliance (DAA) and Chuck McClatchey, DAA Advisory Board Member living with dementia, about diagnosis and management of dementia symptoms, effects of the pandemic on people living with dementia, and how DAA can help them, their care partners, and families.
Conversation with Jecoliah Ellis, Manager, Media Relations & Communications, Washington Regional Transplant Community, and Betty Graves-Bender, spouse of kidney transplant recipient, about eligibility requirements for organ donation, organ transplantation information, and personal account of spouse's kidney transplant
Conversation with Santa Claus, North Pole, about life at the North Pole, how Santa's spouse and elves help prepare for his annual journey, traveling issues on Christmas Eve, and reflections about Christmas
Conversation with Mitch Opalski, Certified Dementia Practitioner/Owner, SYNERGY HomeCare, about in-home care services adjustments during COVID-19, and ways adult children can observe changes in the status of their aging loved ones during holiday in-person and online visits.
Conversation with Stephen Izaguirre, Community Outreach Coordinator, Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, about scams, identity theft, and fraudulent schemes, how older adults can avoid being victims, and ways the Attorney General's Office can help.
Conversation with David Mog and Jan Greenberg, Volunteers, Elders Climate Action (ECA), about ways to reduce the devastating effects of climate change and ECA's actions to address issues related to this crisis.
Conversation with Natalie Talis, MPH, Population Health Manager, Alexandria VA Health Department, about local public health efforts to limit new COVID-19 cases, vaccine distribution plan preparation, and Thanksgiving activities to stay healthy.
Conversation with David Remick, Executive Director, Alexandria/Arlington Regional Workforce Council and Emily Hoban, Disability Resource Coordinator, Arlington Employment Center, about issues older workers, currently face in the job market and how these organizations can help
Conversation with Michelle Thomas, Coordinator, and John Glowacky, Medicare Counselor, Virginia Insurance Counseling & Assistance Program (VICAP), about Medicare program parts, eligibility, enrollment, 2021 updates, and VICAP services.
Conversation with Thomas Heckman, DO, Attending Physician, MedStar National Rehabilitation Network, about chronic pain, including types, causes, risk factors, therapies, and pain management programs, and COVID-19 impact on chronic pain management and treatment.
Conversation with Sara Pappa, PhD, Coordinator, Northern Virginia Falls Prevention Alliance, Marymount University, and Dr. Jade Bender-Burnett, PT DPT NCS Lecturer, Marymount University Malek School of Health Professions, about causes and risks of falls, and exercise programs to prevent injury and death.
Conversation with Cathi Coridan, Realtor/Seniors Real Estate Specialist, KW Metro Center, about current real estate market status and useful home sale strategies for older adults.
Conversation with Colleen Duewel, Aging Life Care Manager, Lionheart Elder Care, and Lisa Householder, Client Care Director, Home Helpers of Northern Virginia, about nursing homes/assisted living facilities COVID-19-related issues, decisions about caring for loved ones at home, and home health care provider assistance to help families make choices.
Conversation with Marta Hill Gray, Executive Director, Culpepper Garden, about Culpepper Garden retirement community features and precautions employed to protect residents during the pandemic
Conversation with Marilee Fitzgerald and Robyn Wagman, Co-Founders, Estate of Mine Organizers, about organizing financial documents and personal information, addressing relevant issues, and using effective tools to accomplish the goal.
Conversation with Diane Murphy, Ph.D., Director, School of Technology and Innovation, Marymount University, about the digital divide, digital technology problems, and how digital technology can benefit and enhance the lives of older adults during COVID-19.
Conversation with Joan Porte, President, League of Women Voters of Arlington, about voting in Arlington County Virginia, including voter registration, mail-in, absentee and in-person voting, and ensuring every vote counts.
Conversation with Steven Lo, MD, Neurologist and Movement Disorders Specialist, Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, about neurological diseases among older adults and neurological complications related to COVID-19.
Conversation with Carleigh Berryman, Founder/CEO, Viva Vita, about what virtual reality is and how it works, uses and applications, and benefits to older adults.
Conversation with Lisa Muras, Registered Dietitian/Certified Diabetes Educator, Outpatient Diabetes and Nutrition Program, Virginia Hospital Center, about causes/risk factors, types, signs/symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of diabetes, disease management during COVID-19, and resources to stay healthy.
Conversation with Reshma Katira, MD, Ophthalmologist, The Retina Group of Washington, about eye issues related to COVID-19, virus protection strategies, and eye care professional practice updates
Conversation with Carol Burnett, older Arlington, VA resident, and Makayla Andrews, MS, Certified Health Education Specialist, and recent Marymount University graduate, about how they and their peers are coping with COVID-19, their attitudes about the virus, and thoughts about the future.