Boomers Today: Recent Episodes
Boomers Today
Boomers Today is a talk show where experts are interviewed on many of the issues facing boomers and an aging population.
Ann Cavlovic is a Canadian author. Her novel Count On Me portrays elder abuse in a family. She was the recipient of a grant from the Canada Council for the Arts, and her work has placed in several writing contests.
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As a writer, Abbie Rosner closely follows research on psychedelics – including psychedelic-assisted therapy for end-of-life distress, expanding areas of legal access to psychedelics for “wellness” and spiritual exploration, and the growing role of spiritual leaders in supporting psychedelic experiences. Her new book, Psychedelics and the Counterculture of Aging explores how older adults are using psychedelics to reimagine aging.
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Kris Geerken advocates for increasing awareness of ageism and ableism as core pillars of her work. She is driven by a vision of an equitable world that embraces individuals of all ages, abilities, and identities. Her work with Changing the Narrative focused on raising awareness about the harms of ageism.
Kris served as an Adjunct Instructor with Metropolitan State University of Denver and co-develop the course, "Ageism and Ableism". Previously, Kris gained valuable experience working in hospice, developing a community training program in advance care planning.
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Bill Zagorski is the CEO of American Senior Care Center, Inc. overseeing Centennial Adultcare Centers’ three Adult Day Health Care centers, home care, transportation and case management services, serving adults throughout middle Tennessee. He also serves as the Research Committee Chair and is the Immediate Past Board Chair of the National Adult Day Services Association as well as the President of the Tennessee Association of Adult Day Services and the Tennessee Federation for the Aging.
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As chief programs and mission engagement officer, Katie Evans provides strategic leadership for the
Alzheimer's Association's national portfolio of programs that advance brain health and dementia risk
reduction, expand early detection and diagnosis, accelerate treatment readiness, and ensure individuals and
families receive high-quality care and support. Her work bridges science, systems change, and community
— translating research progress into scalable, real-world impact.
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Mitch Braff is the founder of LiquidView which
creates wellness-focused digital windows for
windowless spaces. The product transforms
windowless spaces like hotels, senior living
centers and office spaces into places of beauty
and tranquility.
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Russ Gaiser and Mike Hoeflich help couples transform Social Security from a risky guess into a strategic asset. They co-authored the #1 bestseller Beyond Break Even: The Essential Guide to Social Security Optimization and lead Retirement Income HQ of America, where they
build math-backed income plans that coordinate benefits, taxes, and portfolios.
Together, they teach national workshops and consult one-to-one, focusing on survivor protection, tax efficiency, and sequencing risk in retirement. Russ brings an MBA, the CFP® mark, and CSSCS expertise. Mike holds an MBA, the CSSCS and CLTC credentials, and has educated
thousands through workshops and radio. Their approach is simple and rigorous: lower the lifetime cost of retirement, safeguard the widow or widower, and turn anxiety into clarity.
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Dr. Marc Pietropaoli, Author of Repair Not Replace is an orthopedic surgeon and founder of Victory In Motion, home of Knee Repair, NOT Knee Replacement®. A former fellow of Dr. James Andrews, he has spent more than 25 years advancing regenerative and non-operative orthopedic care. He was the first surgeon in the world to perform an FDA-indicated BEAR ACL repair outside of clinical trials. His mission is bold: make the world Knee Replacement Free by 2043.
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Robert “Bob” Nations has been a Senor Helpers owner
for over 16 years. He currently serves as Board
President for two non-profits; Share the Care and Napa
Valley Support Services. He is a member of the Board of
Stewards at Crosswalk Community Church. He has
previously served on the Napa Commission on Aging,
Dementia Capable Napa Valley, and The Solano Section
on Aging. He is the author of Navigating the Art of
Aging.
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Dr. Marc Milstein is the author of the international best-selling book The Age-Proof Brain, nominated for the Next Big Idea Book Award and translated into seven languages worldwide. A leading brain health researcher and international keynote speaker, Dr. Milstein specializes in translating cutting-edge neuroscience into clear, actionable strategies to optimize brain health, lower the risk of dementia, and boost happiness and productivity. His insights have been featured by media outlets including CNBC, Oprah Daily, The New York Post, and Forbes. He has spoken for Fortune 500 companies and top associations worldwide, delivering dynamic, evidence-based keynotes that educate, entertain, and empower audiences.Dr. Milstein earned his Ph.D. in Biological Chemistry and a Bachelor of Science in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology from UCLA, where he conducted research in genetics, cancer biology, and neuroscience. His work has been published in multiple scientific journals.
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Jared Walker is the founder of Dollar For, the nonprofit dedicated to eliminating medical debt by making hospital financial assistance known, easy, and fair. Inspired by his own family’s struggles with medical bills, Jared started Dollar For. Since 2021, it has grown into a nationwide movement, erasing over $120 million in hospital debt.
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Aleece Fosnight is a board-certified physician assistant specializing in sexual medicine, women’s health, and urology. She is also a Medical Advisor at Aeroflow Urology, a subsidiary of Aeroflow Health, a leading provider of high-quality incontinence supplies through insurance.
In 2019, Fosnight opened up her own private practice, the Fosnight Center for Sexual Health, and implemented the sexual health grand rounds curriculum at her local hospital and residency program.
Fosnight is also the founder of the Fosnight Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to the education and training of professionals in the sexual health field and providing funding for access to healthcare services in her local community.
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Carleara Weiss, MD, Ph.D., MSH, RN is a Sleep Science Advisor at Aeroflow Sleep. She is also a Research Assistant Professor at the State University of New York in Buffalo, NY. Originally from Brazil, she has over 15 years of experience as an Adult-Geriatric Nurse. She was recently featured in Buzzfeed, Insider, EatingWell, Women's Health, and on the Well+Good podcast.
She provides expert advice on what impacts patients' sleep, advocates for better health and wellness care, and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion through many digital platforms. She also acts as the medical professional, cohost, and title name of our YouTube series, Weiss Words.
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Andy Brusman has been an entrepreneur and advisor to emerging growth companies for over 20 years. He currently serves as the CEO of CTH Advisors, LLC where he provides corporate finance and capital raising services to global emerging growth companies in the Sports, Media and Entertainment sectors; as founder and CEO of Silver Gen Holdings, which invests in companies providing products and services to the 55+ “Silver Generation” market.
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As co-founder of Soaring Families, Mike George transformed his personal experience into impact, helping families move from survival mode to resilience and joy. He leaned on his background in AI, process improvement, and enterprise systems to develop The Soaring Families Way™, a structured yet compassionate approach that equips families with practical tools to regain control, reduce stress, and find fulfillment.
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Dr. Crystal Cené is a General Internal Medicine physician, implementation scientist, and Professor of Medicine at UC San Diego, where she also serves as Chief Administrative Officer and Associate Chief Medical Officer for Health Equity. A nationally recognized health services and health equity researcher, she focuses on cardiovascular health, social and structural drivers of health, and patient- and family-centered care. She has led federally funded research studies and published extensively on interventions that reduce disparities and improve chronic disease outcomes.
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Tyler Zanini is the co-founder of Memoryboard. With a background in healthcare innovation and entrepreneurship, Tyler created Memoryboard alongside his father-in-law, David, after seeing firsthand how hard it can be to care for loved ones with memory loss. Together, they’re on a mission to make aging-in-place easier, safer, and more connected.
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As the Founder of Life in Order, Lisa is dedicated to helping individuals and families gain peace of mind by organizing and securing their most important information. The inspiration behind Life in Order came from her own personal experiences. After helping her mother navigate the process following her father’s passing and later supporting her sister Lori through her battle with cancer, Lisa recognized the overwhelming importance of having key documents—financial records, legal information, insurance details, and more—organized, secure, and accessible. This led to the creation of Life in Order, where the mission is to simplify life's critical information so you can focus on what matters most.
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Lauren Moore works in her family's mobility business, 4 U Mobility Solutions. They sell, install and service equipment ranging from scooters and lift chairs to stairlifts and elevators. Her favorite part of the job is finding the solution that helps the customer realize.
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Dr. Adam Solomon is a physician leader dedicated to patient-first care, quality outcomes, and collaborative healthcare partnerships. He practiced for 14 years in Salem, OR, providing the full spectrum of adult care (in-patient and out-patient) as part of a multi-specialty medical group. He became Managing Partner for the group as well as a board member and eventually President of the Independent Physicians Association (IPA). He was also President of the philanthropic foundation and a Trustee on CareMore's Mutual Employers Welfare Trust. He is now based in Los Angeles and responsible for the quality of care, patient satisfaction and overall outcomes.
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GEORGE JERJIAN is a mindset mentor, author, and speaker, who semi-
retired after being given six months to live by his oncologist. Thankfully, the diagnosis was wrong and as soon as he could, he “unretired” and set to work helping his tribe of baby boomers to do the same. George holds a business degree from Bradford University Management Centre in England, and a master’s degree in journalism from New York University. With over 40 years of business experience, he has worked as a Chartered Marketer, a partner in a US commercial real estate venture, and a nancial advisor. An Emmy-award-winning producer, a Distinguished Toastmaster and author of 12 books, George’s most recent works – Spirit of Gratitude, DARE to Discover Your Purpose and Odyssey of an Elder - form a trilogy focused on creating a new beginning after retirement.
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Barry J. Jacobs, Psy.D. and Julia L. Mayer are married psychologists and coauthors of three self-help books for family caregivers, including The AARP Caregiver Answer Book.
Patricia is the author of 14 books to date, host of the podcast When Passion Meets Profit starting its third season, and business mentor for women entrepreneurs over 50 who want to work less earn more doing what they love.
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David Cravit and Larry Wolf are the authors of The SuperAging Workbook and cofounders of the growing
online community, SuperAgingNews.com, which tracks the SuperAging revolution.
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Barry James Dyke is President of Castle Asset Management, a fiduciary advisory firm known for holistic, macroeconomic planning. With over 40 years of experience, Barry is a bold, contrarian voice in finance, exposing Wall Street's hidden risks and advocating for safer, long-term income strategies. He is the bestselling author of The Pirates of Manhattan and has been featured in major media and financial documentaries. Barry’s research-backed, client-first approach helps individuals take control of their financial future with clarity, truth, and transparency.
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Dr. Audrey Wells is a triple-board-certified physician with over 15 years of experience in sleep medicine. In addition to diagnosing and treating sleep disorders like sleep apnea and insomnia, she is a leading expert in sleep health, specializing in optimization approaches for longevity and brain health. Her approach goes beyond traditional approaches, integrating cutting-edge technology, non-pharmacologic therapies, and lifestyle interventions to help patients achieve optimal sleep.
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David T. Jones, M.D., is a neurologist at Mayo Clinic with specialty interest in cognitive and behavioral neurology, network-based neurodegeneration, and the application of multimodal neuroimaging with an emphasis on MRI and PET. He is the co-director of the Normal Pressure Hydrocephalous Clinic and a passionate advocate for these patients. Dr. Jones also has many active internal and external collaborations with investigators across the world.
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Tami Anastasia is a dementia care expert, educator, and speaker who has dedicated her career to guiding family and professional caregivers through the challenges of dementia. She works alongside those living with dementia and family caregivers, helping them navigate the emotional, practical, and relational complexities of the caregiving journey.
Her work is rooted in the belief that no one should feel alone in the caregiving journey. Through her writing, speaking, and counseling, Tami strives to create a sense of community, connection, and commitment among caregivers—values that inspired new her book, Dementia, Caregiving & Personal History: How to Help, Cope, Connect & Heal.
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Carolyn Larkin Taylor, M.D., is a seasoned neurologist who has dedicated over three decades to the practice of medicine. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame and Hahnemann Medical College, she completed a neurology residency at the University of Pennsylvania, where she was awarded the Humaneness in Medicine Award and recognized as one of Philadelphia’s Top Docs for Women. Her manuscript Through a Mother’s Eyes was awarded second place for best unpublished memoir by the Pacific Northwest Writers Association. Dr. Taylor also has authored Whispers of the Mind.
Eliezer Sobel is first and foremost a son: his mother passed after being in her 20th year of Alzheimer’s, and his late father passed away at 93 following a Traumatic Brain Injury and subsequent dementia after falling down a stairwell. Eliezer and his wife Shari Cordon moved in with his parents that same night and have managed their care ever since. He is the author of one of the first series of books designed for Alzheimer’s and dementia patients: Blue Sky, White Clouds: A Book for Memory-Challenged Adults and is also the author of numerous other books, blogs for PsychologyToday.com.
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Ashish D. Aggarwal, PhD, is the cofounder and CEO of JubileeTV, a pioneering AgeTech company redefining how families support and stay connected with aging loved ones. Under his leadership, JubileeTV has transformed the television into a hub for remote caregiving, social connection, and independence, addressing a critical need as families navigate the challenges of aging at home. With more than 80 patents filed, the company has developed innovative solutions that simplify technology for older adults while empowering their families. Before founding JubileeTV, Aggarwal was at the forefront of consumer technology innovation. He launched Violet 3D, creating the world’s first self-calibrating, wireless 3D surround sound system. He led engineering teams at Harman International, shaping cutting-edge audio and video technologies, and played a key role as an audio architect at PortalPlayer, contributing to the development of the first-generation iPod for Apple. Aggarwal holds a PhD in electrical engineering from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and continues to push the boundaries of how technology can enhance daily life for families and older adults.
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Ginger Hultin is a Seattle-based Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and owner of Dr. Ginger Hultin Nutrition Practice, a virtual concierge practice specializing in integrative oncology, gastrointestinal disease, and autoimmune conditions. Dr. Hultin is the nutrition clinic coordinator and adjunct faculty at Bastyr Center for Natural Health and hosts the Orgain Good, Clean, Nutrition podcast. She is the author of Anti-Inflammatory Diet Meal Prep and How to Eat to Beat Disease Cookbook.
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Raymond Lavine is a principal at Lavine LTC Benefits, specializing in long-term care insurance benefits for individuals, families, and businesses.
He has appeared on television, featuring on Moving America Forward. He has also been a guest on numerous podcasts, discussing topics related to long-term care insurance and other financial matters.
Raymond achieved Amazon Best-Seller Status "Empathy and Understanding In Business" alongside acclaimed author Chris Voss.
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Peter Stinson has many years of nonprofit experience including serving as Senior Director with Operation Homefront, a national military veteran’s organization and most recently as Executive Director of Greater Harleysville and North Penn Senior Services, a nonprofit that operates two senior adult activity centers. It was during his tenure at Operation Homefront that he first learned of Twilight Wish while taking part in a wish granting for a World War II veteran who wished to attend the reunion of the Sixth Marine Division one more time.
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John Kennedy spent much of his life understanding systems, building better systems, and saving some of the world’s largest companies from defective systems.
In 2007 his life took a significant turn when the US Marines asked him to develop an innovative systems-based approach to reducing casualties and restoring lives from the “wounds of war”. His innovative approach to harmoniously train the brain and body simultaneously – now called Combat Brain Training – forged an entirely new and powerful approach to significantly improving individuals, teams, and companies. High performers including Navy SEAL’s, C-level business leaders and professional athletes as well as people (and their kids) struggling with issues including ADHD, Autism, dementia, depression and anxiety. All have had their lives positively changed.
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Howard Miller is the author of Burdens & Blessings: A Lighter-Hearted Approach for Middle-Aged Folks Dealing with Aging Parents. Through humor and heartfelt storytelling, Howard shares how levity helped him navigate the challenges of caregiving and loss. He inspires audiences to embrace humor as a powerful tool for resilience—whether at home or in the workplace. As an entrepreneur and sought-after speaker, Howard connects deeply with listeners through relatable stories and practical wisdom.
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Judy Benjamin was diagnosed with Alzheimer's at age 67, and her mom passed away from the disease after a 20-year battle. Upon Judy's diagnosis, she made significant changes to her diet and lifestyle. This led to a serendipitous connection with Dr. Dale Bredesen as she became his "patient zero," embracing his revolutionary and clinically proven protocol to treat and prevent cognitive decline. Inspired by her success, she vowed to pay it forward, becoming a ReCODE-trained coach with Apollo Health and opening her thriving consulting business, Access Longevity. Wanting to continue spreading the important message of hope to those with cognitive decline, she decided to undertake a three thousand mile walk across the U.S. from San Diego, CA to St. Augustine, FL. At age 80, Judy wants to impart that we can all live healthy and productive lives at any age.
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Scott Rosen is a registered nurse with eleven years of experience, including the last nine years as a staff nurse in an emergency department. He also works as a nursing supervisor in home care. Scott is pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Population Health. Scott also owns True Emergency Education, where he provides CPR, first aid, and advanced-level courses, as well as deliver public speeches on various health and safety topics.
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Dr. Ravi D. Goel, MD is a board-certified ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon at Regional Eye Associates in Cherry Hill, NJ. He serves as Senior Secretary for Ophthalmic Practice and Trustee of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. A passionate advocate for patient education, he creates ophthalmology and cataract surgery education content at ProtectingSight.com. Dr. Goel is also Chair of the AMA Ophthalmology Section Council and an Instructor at Wills Eye Hospital. His expertise spans ophthalmic innovation and practice management.
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Alexander Pantelyat, MD, FAAN is an associate professor of Neurology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is the founder and director of the Johns Hopkins Atypical Parkinsonism Center, and the co-Founder and Director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Music and Medicine.
Dr. Pantelyat's research is focused on the diagnosis and treatment of atypical parkinsonian disorders, such as dementia with Lewy bodies, progressive supranuclear palsy, corticobasal syndrome/degeneration and multiple system atrophy; cognitive aspects of movement disorders; and music-based rehabilitation of neurodegenerative diseases
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Sara Ecklein is the Founder of Trust & Honor, a mindful fiduciary agency guiding families through the emotional and practical complexities of caring for aging parents with a heart-centered approach. Sara has been working in the private professional fiduciary profession since 2014 and has a rich and varied background in issues facing senior and disabled populations, including end-of-life care, financial abuse, and navigating challenging support systems and family dynamics.
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Dr. Todd Cevene is a leader in integrated healthcare and natural weight loss, with 25+ years of experience. Creator of the Metabolic Optimization System, he has helped 75,000+ individuals lose over 2 million pounds naturally. Dr. Cevene is a speaker and consultant and has addressed audiences of up to 5,000. Author of Business Management for Physicians, he specializes in metabolic restoration and private healthcare consulting.
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Eve Adler is the Ambassador for Education and Outreach at the Alzheimer's Research and Prevention Foundation. She is a Health Educator, Registered Nurse, Registered Yoga Teacher, Qi Gong Practitioner, Health Correspondent, and Brain Longevity Specialist. Her diverse experiences in academia, healthcare delivery, health promotion, and media outreach have provided her with opportunities to work internationally with teams of healthcare partners and educators to develop wellness promotion programs and progressive pathways to higher education and employment.
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Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is a Harvard trained and published neuroanatomist who is affiliated with the DePaul University School of Education. In 1996, Dr. Taylor experienced a major hemorrhage in the left hemisphere of her brain causing her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write or recall any of her life. It took eight years for her to completely recover. In 2008 her memoir My Stroke of Insight spent 63 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list, and her TED talk was the first to go viral. In 2021, Whole Brain Living was published.
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Sunir J. Garg, MD is a Professor of Ophthalmology at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia and a clinical spokesperson for the American Academy of Ophthalmology. His clinical interests include advanced treatments for diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, complex retinal detachments, retinal vascular diseases, and surgical diseases of the macula and retina. In addition to authoring over 500 papers and book chapters, Dr. Garg serves as an editor for the Merck Manual, Editor-in-Chief of the American Academy of Ophthalmology ONE Network, and is on the American Diabetes Association Standard of Care Committee.
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Carrie Aalberts, also known as Dementia Darling holds a Master in Science focused in Gerontology and over a decade of experience in dementia care. As Dementia Darling, Carrie has built a nurturing online community of over 60k followers, providing education, support, and a safe space for caregivers. Carrie’s goal is to enhance quality of life, encourage joy, and challenge the tragedy narrative around dementia and aging. She offers a plethora of services as a full time educator and advocate.
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Dr. Mia Yang is a geriatrician, dementia specialist, implementing innovative programs and research to benefit frail, medically complex older adults with dementia and their families. She is the Director of Wake Forest GUIDE program, House Call Program, and physician liaison for the Memory Counseling Program. She also hosts her own podcast called Ask Dr. Mia, conversations on aging well.
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Owner of a Seniors Helping Seniors home care agency serving residents from Delray Beach up to Lake Worth Florida. Seniors Helping Seniors is a peer-to-peer model and John's agency specializes in companion care. He hires active seniors with life experience and a passion for helping others and matches them with a local senior who needs help to ensure their day-to-day needs are met and they are living their best life. John is a Mental Health Counselor licensed in the state of Florida. He is a Certified Dementia Practitioner and a board member of the Partnership for Aging in Palm Beach County.
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Ben Souchek founded The Sierra Group, LLC more than 25 years ago to simplify the selling process for homeowners.
Having inspected thousands of houses and purchased more than 600 properties, he understood the challenges facing sellers, especially when downsizing. After the 2008 market correction, he created Home Downsizing Solutions to provide a more complete solution for homeowners wanting to sell a house and downsize or move to senior living.
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Jonathan Pontell is a writer, business/political advisor, cultural commentator, and entrepreneur. He’s the person who identified, and coined the name for, Generation Jones, and is considered that topic’s global authority. He’s discussed Gen Jones on numerous TV networks, including CNN, NBC, BBC and CBS. He’s advised world leaders about Gen Jones voters, including European Prime Ministers and U.S. Presidents. He’s advised numerous Fortune 500 corporations about Generation Jones consumers and employees, including three of the world’s 10 largest corporations. Educated at Cambridge University (UK), Jonathan is a life-long student, absorbing lessons in the over 100 countries he has traveled to.
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Debbie Hampton recovered from an attempt to end her life, and the resulting brain injury to become an inspirational and educational writer. She has written for The Huffington Post, Posit Science, MindBodyGreen, and other well-known clients. On her website, "The Best Brain Possible," she shares information and inspiration on how you can better your brain and life.
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Stephen Popovich, President/CEO of Theora Care, is an innovator in the data communications field with more than 30 years of experience. Popovich is a serial entrepreneur, was Co-Founder/CEO of Inside Out Networks with USB technology products used in medical, military, and other commercial applications that he sold to Digi International (NASDAQ: DGII). In 2015, he founded Theora Care to provide caregiving solutions based on AI, neural networking and Ultra Wideband (UWB) technologies. These advanced situational awareness products maximize quality of life (QoL) for older adults as well as integrating caregiver connectivity and support into its product designs.
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Teresa Youngstrom is a seasoned Registered Nurse and Dementia Specialist. She has almost 40 years of Clinical and Leadership experience. She became intensely focused on Memory Care when it touched her own family. Teresa is a PAC Certified Independent Trainer under Teepa Snow. Her passion for improving the lives of people living with Dementia led her to start her own business in 2018, “A Better Approach to Memory Care”, where she provides staff training, family consulting, professional education and a podcast called, “Memory Care with Teresa Youngstrom.”.
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Dr. Kimberly Harms has been around the block in life. She has served as a Commissioned Officer in the United States Public Health Service, a dental school professor, a grief counselor, a death doula, a civil mediator, and many other prominent positions. She is an award-winning, best-selling author of the book, “Are You Ready?: How to Build a Legacy to Die For” as well as being an international speaker on the topics of grief, conflict and legacy planning. She has also suffered many personal losses, including the deaths by suicide of her mother and son and the death by broken heart of her husband after their son’s death. Her most important role now is mother to her two surviving children and grandmother to 6 precious grandchildren.
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Patricia Faust is a gerontologist specializing in brain aging and brain health.
She has a Master’s in Gerontological Studies from Miami University in Oxford Ohio. Patricia is certified as a brain health coach and received a certification in Neuroscience and Wellness through Dr. Sarah McKay and the Neuroscience Academy.
My Boomer Brain is the vehicle Patricia utilizes to teach, coach, and consult about brain aging, brain health, and living a brain-healthy lifestyle.
Her book, The Boomer Brain, educates boomers on strategies to live a brain-healthy lifestyle and prevent Alzheimer’s and dementia.
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In 2016, Kitty Norton left her job as an NBC assistant editor in Los Angeles to walk, stumble, crawl with her dementia mother. While doing so, she authored the dementia caregiver blog Stumped Town Dementia, writing tales of dementia life for readers around the world.
After Gloria Norton died from vascular dementia, Kitty created and directed the dementia family caregiver documentary, Wine, Women, & Dementia, in honor of her mother and to celebrate family caregivers; to let them know they are worthy of being seen, heard, and respected on this difficult road to the end of life.
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S. Jay Olshansky received his Ph.D. in Sociology at the University of Chicago in 1984. He is currently a Professor in the School of Public Health at the University of Illinois at Chicago, Research Associate at the Center on Aging at the University of Chicago and at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, and Chief Scientist at Lapetus Solutions, Inc.
The focus of his research to date has been on estimates of the upper limits to human longevity, exploring the health and public policy implications associated with individual and population aging, forecasts of the size, survival, and age structure of the population, pursuit of the scientific means to slow aging in people (The Longevity Dividend), and global implications of the re-emergence of infectious and parasitic diseases.
We’re going to talk about his recent paper titled, “Implausibility of radical life extension in humans in the twenty-first century,” which was recently recognized in the WSJ and NY Times.
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Dr. Gradman graduated from Harvard Medical School with honors. He moved to California and completed his postgraduate studies at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where he practiced vascular surgery for over forty years. His book, “The Fall Guy, How to Keep Gravity from Ruining Your Day,” is a primer on fall prevention. It blends humor, vignettes, and many anecdotes along with useful and thorough advice for adults and seniors.
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Costin Tuculescu is co-founder and CEO of ONSCREEN, Inc. with over 20 years of experience in technology. He is passionate about innovation and fostering the growth of the tech ecosystem and leads the company in providing an innovative TV-based platform that not only connects older adults with their loved ones but also enhances their well-being through automated wellness check-ins, telehealth capabilities, and an AI companion.
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Teepa Snow is one of the world’s leading advocates and educators for anyone living with dementia or other forms of brain change. Teepa is an Occupational Therapist with over forty years of rich and varied clinical and academic experience. Her philosophy is reflective of her education, work experience, medical research, and first-hand caregiving experiences. Her advocacy efforts led her to the development of the GEMS® State Model for understanding the progression of dementia and changes in abilities. She also created the Positive Approach to Care® training strategies, which are effective techniques for anyone seeking to optimize care and support for those living with brain change.
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LaToria Woods is an experienced acute care adult-gerontology clinical nurse specialist with a robust background in emergency nursing education and practice for the last 24 years. Currently serving as a Nursing Content Specialist in the Education Division at the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA), she plays a pivotal role in developing educational resources for emergency nurses. LaToria also serves as the Staff Liaison for both the Emergency Nursing Advanced Practice Advisory Council and the Geriatric Committee Volunteer Groups at ENA. Her dedication to enhancing emergency nursing education underscores her passion for ensuring that geriatric patients receive the highest quality of care, ultimately leading to optimal health outcomes.
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Dr. Edward G. Shaw, MD, MA, is dually trained as a physician and mental health counselor. He was the primary care partner for his late wife Rebecca, who was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease in 2007 at age 53 and died in 2016 after a 9-year journey. Ed was a practicing academic radiation oncologist for 23 years, specializing in the treatment of adults and children with brain cancer. In 2010, inspired by Rebecca’s journey, his medical interest shifted to dementia diagnosis and treatment, and with his additional training in mental health counseling, he founded the Memory Counseling Program in 2011, part of the Section on Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine and the Sticht Center on Healthy Aging and Alzheimer’s Prevention at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The Program serves individuals, couples, and families affected by Alzheimer's disease or another type of dementia. Dr. Shaw has also authored four books on Dementia which we will discuss shortly.
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Lisa Weintraub Schifferle is a Senior Policy Analyst in the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Office for Older Americans. The CFPB is a United States Government Agency. She leads the Managing Someone Else’s Money financial caregiving program as well as the Money Smart for Older Adults scam awareness program. She also supports the Office’s work to combat elder financial exploitation through network collaboration and age-friendly banking.
Lisa’s career in consumer protection spans more than 25 years. Before coming to the CFPB, she worked at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), where she trained consumers, business and advocates on scams, identity theft, and cybersecurity. She also served as the FTC’s Identity Theft Coordinator and litigated fraud and data security cases.
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Trent Spivey is the founder of Living Memory, where he works with families to preserve their elders' stories and legacies with the power of immersive media. By combining cutting-edge technology and a thoughtful series of personal interviews, Trent helps people tell their story in their own words while creating priceless records that families and communities will cherish for years to come.
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James Siberski, MS, CMC, is a retired assistant professor, coordinator of Gerontological Education and Director of Geriatric Care Management at Misericordia University, in Pennsylvania. He is an affiliate member of the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry, is certified in Gerontology by the National Academy of Certified Care Managers. He is an editorial advisory board member of Today’s Geriatric Medicine, a prior member of the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers, and a prior member of the Board of Directors of the Greater PA Alzheimer’s Association. He has multiple publications, lectures and consults in geriatric/psychiatric/intellectual disability populations.
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With over 15 years experience building startups, Rachel Francine has led teams and strategy for recognized leaders in technology and media including, CitySearch, Ticketmaster, and Current TV. Rachel earned her Masters degree in Long Term Strategic Planning in order to build profitable businesses that also does immense good. In 2012, Rachel co-founded Musical Health Technologies, whose debut product SingFit PRIME, mass distributes music as medicine for the first time in history.
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Sarah Hill is with East Bay Doula for the Dying and as an end-of-life doula, Sarah provides support to those who are dying, and their constellation of caregivers. Linda Suhr is with Autumn of Life Planning and after caring for her partner on his journey with Alzheimer's Disease and peaceful death at home, Linda discovered her calling as an End-of-Life Doula.
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Monique S. Nugent, MD, MPH, is a practicing hospitalist and physician leader. She completed her medical school and residency training at Loma Linda School of Medicine and her MPH from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Nugent has built her medical career around hospital-based care to include leadership and advocacy work, advocating for every patient by working to make health care equitable, safe, and high quality. She has also written the book, “Prescription for Admission,” a Doctor’s Guide for Navigating the Hospital, Advocating for Yourself and Having a Better Hospitalization.
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From his early days, John Tesh’s path to success was anything but certain. After overcoming challenges such as being suspended from college and homelessness, he began a career in journalism, including hosting CBS News and co-hosting Entertainment Tonight. John transitioned into music, creating the successful television special "John Tesh: Live at Red Rocks" and earning six Emmys, four Gold albums, and an induction into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame. He also composed the iconic NBC Sports basketball theme "Roundball Rock." In 1999, Tesh launched the self-syndicated "The John Tesh Radio Show-Intelligence For Your Life," which became internationally successful. Shortly after, he published his memoir, "Relentless" details his triumph over terminal cancer, highlighting his determination and grit.
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Anna Gelbman Edmonds is the Publisher & Managing Editor of Reverse Magazine www.reversemagazine.us. Anna created Reverse as a direct result of the years she and her siblings spent caring for their parents and the difficulty in navigating various issues along the way. As an experienced editor, copywriter, and award-winning journalist, she built this platform to provide caregivers the credible resources and information she couldn’t find during her years as a caregiver. https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/resources/boomers-today/
Lauren Mahakian founded Family Connect Care in 2008 after working with the elderly and memory-impaired for several years. Seeing first-hand examples of mistreatment and taking advantage of memory-impaired individuals, she saw the need for enhanced care management services and to assure the dignity of those who suffer from a variety of cognitive impairments.
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Mark and Mary Kay Liston went to the ER to treat Mark's nasty cough. Several hours later the ER doctor told them that Mark had lung cancer, with a ping-pong sized mass in his lung and he needed to get to an oncologist immediately only to learn 40 days later that he did not have cancer. Mark and Mary Kay Liston are co-authors of the book “Diagnosed - Inspirational Stories After an Alarming Diagnosis.” Their goal was to write a book for others who received a similar diagnosis and describe the thoughts, doctor appointments, hospital visits and emotions one will go through.
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Steve Benton helps older adults avoid the dangers of financial uncertainty and exploitation as an Elder Financial Safety Center Financial Coach and Counselor at The Senior Source. He specializes in complex cases, including fraud, scams and elder financial abuse.
Steve has been active in the financial services industry for over forty years, including participation on industry boards, business conduct committees, and as a securities industry Arbitrator.
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Bob Bacheler is the owner and managing director of Flying Angels, Inc. based out of Philadelphia, PA where he manages a team of medical escorts comprised of highly skilled nurses and doctors.
In addition to being a Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN), Bob is a Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN), a Transport Practitioner Advanced Trauma Provider (TPATC), has is certification in Travel Health (CTH) from the International Society of Travel Medicine and is a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP). For several years, Bob had the privilege to serve on the board of directors for Air & Surface Transport Nurses Association (ASTNA), where he had the opportunity to directly impact issues relating to the transportation of patients through the means of helicopters, fixed wing planes, and medical escorts.
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Mary Lou Falcone is an internationally known classical music publicist/strategist who for five decades has helped guide the careers of many prominent artists and institutions. Combining her communication skills with her background as a performer and educator, she now adds another layer: being an advocate for Lewy Body dementia (LBD) awareness. Nicholas ‘Nicky’ Zann, who died of LBD in 2020, was the inspiration for this book. A popular 1950s rock ’n’ roll musician who became a world-renowned cartoonist, illustrator, and painter, his work has been credited with being the inspiration for Roy Lichtenstein. Mary Lou and Nicky were a couple for 37 years.
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Dr. Andrew Budson is Chief of Cognitive Behavioral Neurology at the VA Boston Healthcare System, Associate Director of the Boston University Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, Professor of Neurology at Boston University, and Lecturer in Neurology at Harvard Medical School. He has written 9 books, including Six Steps to Managing Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia, Why We Forget and How to Remember Better, and his latest, Seven Steps to Managing Your Aging Memory—now in its 2nd edition—which explains how to distinguish changes in memory due to Alzheimer's versus normal aging, what medications, diets, and exercise regimes can help, and the best habits, strategies, and memory aids to keep your memory strong.
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Gregory Scott Brown, M.D., is a psychiatrist, a mental health writer and the author of The Self-Healing Mind: An Essential Five-Step Practice for Overcoming Anxiety and Depression, and Revitalizing Your Life. He also co-hosts Friday Sessions, a popular Instagram Live series about mental health. Dr. Brown is a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and is a member of the American Psychiatric Association where he serves on the Council on Communications. His commentary has been featured in The New York Times, Men's Health, and The Washington Post, as well as on The Today Show, Live with Kelly and Mark, and the PBS News Hour.
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Dr. Glenn Osborne is the Managing Director for Elder Veterans Legal Aid Group. He is a gerontologist with many years of experience in the senior living industry, and during that time Dr. Osborne learned most people either did not know about VA benefits or there was no easy way to file for them. Therefore, he decided to create a solution. Today, Glenn will explain VA benefits available to veterans and surviving spouses to help pay for needed care and how you can be an advocate and resource for, not only your clients, but your family and friends as well. Education is key in helping as many people as possible. He will also explain the services offered by Elder Veterans Legal Aid Group.
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Indigo Perry is the program director for Emergency Prep Help emergencyprephelp.org, a nonprofit that helps seniors prepare for emergencies and natural disasters. She has 30 years of experience in emergency preparedness and was burned out in a devastating wildfire in 2015. She returned to the area 18 months later and became a disaster case manager to help my community recover. That's where she saw the anxiety that seniors were experiencing, wondering when the next disaster would hit, and how they should prepare.
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Katy Crisp a board certified (mobile) audiologist licensed to practice in NC and SC. She has been pursuing audiology since she was 16. Katy graduated with a Bachelor Science in Communication Sciences & Disorders and later graduated with her doctorate in Audiology (Au.D.).
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Dr. Michael Grandner is Director of the Sleep and Health Research Program at the University of Arizona, Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Medicine in the School of Medicine, Associate Professor of Psychology in the School of Sciences, Associate Professor of Nutritional Sciences at the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and Associate Professor of Clinical Translational Science. He is also Director of the Arizona Behavioral Sleep Medicine Clinic at the Banner--University Medical Center in Tucson, which oversees the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders using non-medication approaches.
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Kelly Fortner is the owner and founder of Lifelong Legacies. She has a master's in occupational therapy, an undergraduate degree in psychology, health sciences, holds a certification in grief counseling and is trained as an end of life doula. She loves to engage with people about what they value most in life.
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Dr. Richard Restak has published 25 books on the human brain, three of them New York Times best sellers. His essays and articles have appeared in the Washington Post and New York Times, Los Angeles Times, The Huffington Post, Vogue and The American Scholar. He has been Profiled in the Washington Post, the New York Times and the Guardian. He is a past recipient of the Claude Bernard Science Journalism Award, given by the National Society for Medical Research. He served as President of The American Neuropsychiatric Association from 2005 to 2007.
He has lectured on brain and behavior to groups as varied as the Smithsonian; the 92nd Street Y; the Library of Congress; the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) at Goddard Space Flight Center; the Society of Statesmen, U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C.; the National Security Agency; the Central Intelligence Agency; the Department of State; the Foreign Service Institute, Washington, D.C.; the Pentagon; Renaissance Weekend (multiple times); Aspen Institute; Ruben Museum of Art; Brookings Institute.
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Lesley Ranft is a veteran medical journalist and publicist with over 20 years of experience. With 800 plus peer reviewed articles in medical publications worldwide, Lesley has been well recognized for her contribution to medicine and has been featured in media outlets across the US. Notably her work on informed consent, tips for selecting the right doctor, top questions for your doc, the four pillars of health, the fountain of youth, and much more has improved expectations for consumers interested in medicine worldwide.
Matt Paxton is one of the top downsizing and decluttering experts in the country. He is the host of the 2-time Emmy nominated series Legacy List with Matt Paxton on PBS and was a featured cleaner on the hit television show HOARDERS for 15 seasons. Matt is also the author of the best-selling book, Keep the Memories, Lose the Stuff. Paxton started cleaning out houses after his father, step-father and both grandfathers died in the same year and is the reason Matt has been working with families struggling with hoarding and downsizing for 20 years. Matt appears regularly as a public speaker, television guest, and radio personality helping families and companies find the upside of downsizing.
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Liz O’Donnell is the founder of Working Daughter, an organization dedicated to keeping family caregivers in the workplace by making care and career compatible. Working Daughter advises companies on how to support employees and customers who are caregivers, supports people balancing eldercare and career though its thriving online community, issues the Best Places for Working Daughters to Work list, and sponsors National Working Daughters Day.
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Dr. Alan M. Reznik, MD, MBA, FAAOS, is a Board-Certified Orthopedic surgeon specializing in Arthroscopic Surgery and Sports Medicine. Connecticut Magazine has named him a “Top Doc” for more than two decades. He is also recognized as one of “America’s Top Physicians” by the Consumer’s Research Council of America. Widely published with over sixty journal articles. Dr. Reznik is also the author of I’ve Fallen, and I Can Get Up, a guide to fall risk and prevention. He holds a number of orthopedic patents, and his personal mission is to help readers, patients and concerned family members better understand their own road to recovery by sharing decades of his orthopedic medical knowledge.
www.DrReznik.com
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Sherri Snelling is a corporate gerontologist, authorpreneur and founder/CEO of Caregiving Club. She has an expertise in caregiver wellness, well home design and brain health and Alzheimer’s. She is the author of the new book, Me Time Monday – The Weekly Wellness Plan to Find Balance and Joy for a Busy Life following her first book, A Cast of Caregivers. Snelling has served on advisory committees for the White House, the CDC, CMS and Georgetown University. She earned her master’s at USC and has master’s certifications from MIT Sloan School of Management and Harvard University.
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Bill Dooley is an accredited exercise scientist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA), author, teacher and lecturer. He has been helping people to exercise for almost 20 years through one on one, small group and online sessions. Almost 8 years ago Bill started Growing Young which is a face to face and online exercise program specifically designed by him to build and keep the 65+ers strong, upright and functioning like they’re 10 years younger!
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Walt Kasmir, Ph.D., is a gerontologist and behavioral expert who lectures, trains, and consults throughout the continental United States, Africa, and the UK on grief, eldercare, and resilience.
Dr. Kasmir developed expertise from over 25 years of clinical experience, including, hospice, psychiatry and case management. He’s helped thousands face end-of-life issues with dignity and grace. Dr. Kasmir is a Fellow of the American Academy of Grief Counseling (FAAGC) and a Certified Spiritual Life Coach. He’s known as The Neuro-Maestro® because of his Theo-centric Neurophilosophy and for his ability to transform clients’ lives using a transpersonal blend of philosophy, cognitive neuroscience, and psychology.
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With over three decades of dedication to the applied and translational research of gerontology, dementia intervention, and cognitive intervention, Dr. Camp has earned international renown for his work to improve the quality of life for persons with dementia and memory disorders.
The co-holder of two patents developed through Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR), Dr. Camp has also been appointed Principal Investigator on numerous NIH-funded projects and served as President of the Adult Development and Aging division of the American Psychological Association.
Lecturing and training across Asia, Australia, Europe, and North America on the use of Montessori Dementia Interventions – and with writings that have been translated into six other languages – Dr. Camp is a personal force for global change for persons with dementia and memory disorders.
www.cen4ard.com
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Dr. Gerda Maissel is the go-to person to repair medical nightmares. Dr. Gerda is board-certified as both a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation physician specialist and a patient advocate. She helps people with complicated medical problems, often in the hospital or rehabilitation center, get the best care possible.
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Claire Day has been on staff of the Alzheimer’s Association since 2001. She is the Chief Program Officer at the Northern California and Northern Nevada Chapter and as such, oversees all care and support operations and research initiatives. Ms. Day is a clinical social worker and received her degree from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania. She has more than twenty years of experience as a family and professional educator in dementia care and has authored two forwards to Alzheimer’s caregiver books. In 2018, Ms. Day was appointed the Chapter Lead for the US Study to Protect Brain Health Through Lifestyle Interventions to Reduce Risk (US POINTER) in California in partnership with U.C. Davis. US POINTER is a two-year clinical trial to evaluate whether lifestyle interventions that simultaneously target multiple risk factors protect cognitive function in older adults at increased risk for cognitive decline.
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RJ Devick, Partner, is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and has been a financial advisor for more than 25 years, specializing in investment management, sustainable, responsible and impact (SRI) investing, and retirement planning. RJ joined Penny Bond & Associates in 1993 and became partner of Bond & Devick in 2001. RJ received the Cetera “Quality of Life Award” for his commitment to the profession, his clients, and his volunteer activities. Currently, RJ is on the University of Minnesota Adoption Medicine Clinic Advisory Board, The People Serving People Board, and a member of The Minneapolis Foundation’s Professional Advisory Committee. He is also mentoring businesses through his affiliation with the Minnesota Black Chamber of Commerce.
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Jay H. Sanders, M.D. is President and CEO of The Global Telemedicine Group, Professor of Medicine at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (Adjunct), and a Founding Board Member of the American Telemedicine Association. Dr. Sanders has spent the majority of his professional career involved in teaching, patient care and health care research. He has spent over 50 years in the development and implementation of telecommunications and information technologies as a means of addressing the problems relating to quality, cost and access to care that now plague our health care system. Dr. Sanders was involved in the first statewide telemedicine program in the country and in coordination with Georgia Tech, provided the first Tele-homecare technology application in the United States named the “Electronic House Call.”
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Dr. James Dunnick is board certified in internal medicine and cardiology. He is a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) and is also certified in Health Care Quality and Management (CHCQM) by the American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians (ABQAURP).
Dr. Laura Dunnick is licensed through the FSBPT (Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy), specializing in Parkinson’s treatment and is working directly with patients with Parkinson's disease and strokes.
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Eme McAnam has worn many hats: She certified fitness instructors, was a financial advisor, ran an assisted living facility, and even had a song on The Top 100 Country Billboard chart. But above all, she has lived life passionately and now has a critically-acclaimed debut novel that captures some of her life's experiences in “Freefalling, A Novel of Senior Romance.” She writes about romance, life, and reality blended with life’s messy parts. Romance allows difficult stories to have hopeful endings.
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Mitchell Clionsky, PhD is a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist with 45 years of experience evaluating and treating patients with cognitive impairment, dementia, ADHD, and traumatic brain injury. Together with his wife Emily, who is a Medical Doctor, they developed the Memory Orientation Screening Test (MOST), which has been used by hundreds of doctors. They have also co-authored a book, “Dementia Prevention - Using Your Head to Save Your Brain.”
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Leslie Robinson is a therapist in private practice, who spent 30+ years working in many diverse capacities within underserved and marginalized communities. In 2009, Leslie founded Trance4mation Games. She just launched REMEMBRANCE – a resource to help people to process and to heal grief and loss of a loved one with friends, family and loved ones. This Restorative Communication Game providea safe, structured spaces to have engaging and profound conversations, generating understanding, empathy, healing and LOVE!
Leslie has developed and facilitated workshops on leadership development, diversity and inclusion, mental health, professional development, veteran reintegration and service learning on college campuses nationwide. She has appeared on PIX 11 News, Good Day New York, Al-Jazeera America, The Security Brief series on Reelz TV, WBAI’s On The Count, and numerous national radio broadcasts and podcasts.
Deb Johnstone is the founder of Transformational Pathways Australia and Women Reinventing MidLife. She is also the creator of her signature program HER Rediscovery and signature product Your Success Planner.
Deb is the creator and host of the Women Reinventing MidLife Summit Series and has a global vision to build a connected community for women in middle life and beyond to transition their lives feeling confident, visible, vibrant and free to be their true selves. After initiating the summits in 2020 she saw a great need to develop even more resources for women in midlife. This prompted the launch of The Women Reinventing MidLife Club and more recently the YouTube channel Women Reinventing MidLife TV.
Patti Temple Rocks is an Author, Speaker, Business Leader, Mentor and Storyteller. After a career in marketing and communications, she became an author and her first book, “I’m Not Done: It’s Time to Talk About Ageism in the Workplace” was ranked as one of the 9 books Every Professional Should Read in 2019 by INC Magazine. Her work has been featured in Fast Company, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, Inc. Magazine, CEO World, Market Watch, AARP Magazine, Chicago Tribune Syndicate, WTTW News Broadcast and whole lot of podcasts.
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Amy Schenk, RN, BSN, MSEd, CDP, Community Engagement Lead, The Neuropsychiatric Research Center of Southwest Florida Amy began her career as a Registered Nurse in Neurology in Northwest Ohio. After obtaining her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Toledo she has held a variety of senior leadership roles in health care organizations. Since moving to Florida, she has held positions in the Senior Living industry, including independent and assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing. Prior to joining the Neuropsychiatric Research Center of Southwest Florida, she was the Program Manager for Southwest Florida with the Alzheimer’s Association. Amy is also a Certified Dementia Practitioner.
Marcy Baskin, owner of the Senior Care Authority franchise in San Francisco North Bay, is an advocate for families offering them strategies to calm the very difficult communication issues inherent with cognitive decline and to simplify their decision-making process. Her own experience of caring for her mother who had Alzheimer’s Disease as well as her father with multiple physical ailments and cognitive disorders launched her into a later in life education and career change.
Marcy studied Healthcare Navigation at Sonoma State University and holds certifications as a Certified Senior Advisor, Certified Dementia Practitioner and Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer.
As a support group facilitator for the Alzheimer’s Association, she is grateful for the opportunity to use her education, facilitation skills, personal experience, and knowledge of available resources to assist people with ongoing family caregiver challenges, particular strategies of how to communicate lovingly and with patience, even when it feels like the “end of the rope”.
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Peggy Sarlin wrote Awakening From Alzheimer's, the first book to investigate alternative remedies for Alzheimer's, which she just updated for the third edition. Peggy's three video series on dementia have garnered over five million views and helped to spread the word about safe, natural options for cognitive health. She lives in New York where she is a health coach and singer-songwriter.
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Liz O’Donnell is the founder of Working Daughter, which supports women balancing eldercare, career, and more. An award-winning writer, her book, Working Daughter: A Guide to Caring for Your Aging Parents While Earning A Living, was named one of the Best Books of the Year by Library Journal. In 2020, she launched National Working Daughters Day. She also created a list of the Best Places to Work for Working Daughters and published the top companies in 2022.
She has written on the topic for many outlets including The Atlantic and Harvard Business Review. She has been featured in The Wall Street Journal , Oprah Magazine and Health.
https://workingdaughter.com/
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Peter Gordon is the president of New York Financial Organizers, Inc. (NYFO). After learning to navigate the tricky waters of Medicare, Medicaid, community trusts and estate planning for his own parents, Peter began NYFO in 2015 with the goal of helping others gain peace of mind and security with their families, or their own, financial affairs. Peter works closely with his clients other trusted advisors, often acting as POA, Executor or Trustee.
Website - https://nyfo.nyc/
Email - peter@nyfo.nyc
Blog - blog.nyfo.nyc
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Karen Cassel is the President and CEO of MedicAlert, a nonprofit organization founded in 1956, with a mission of saving and protecting lives by sharing its members’ vital health information with first responders and medical providers in an emergency. Karen brings over a decade of experience in senior care and caregiving to her role at MedicAlert and is using that expertise to further improve health outcomes by selectively introducing technology to a tried, true and trusted service.
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After being a primary caregiver for her mother for over six years, author Lynn Abaté Johnson understands the typhoon of emotions and responsibilities that come with caring for a loved one. Like most caregivers, Lynn juggled caregiving duties with a full-time career. In her daily life, she’s a business consultant and global community builder. Her book, “Out of Love: A Daughter's Journey With Her Mom To The End,” provides care for family caregivers by giving them the emotional and logistical support they need, even when they are working in high-pressure.
Free Chapter: https://www.lynnabatejohnsonbook.com/freechapter
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Jessica Bibbo is a Ph.D. and is a Research Scientist in the Center for Research and Education at Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging, where she works on research and evaluation studies to better serve older adults and their caregivers. Dr. Bibbo’s research focuses on aging, caregiving and human-animal interaction. Their work investigates the impact of pet ownership and the human-animal bond on the lives of older adults and their families.
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Max Lambright is an 8 time CEO, who, until 3 weeks ago, was too old to hire and too young to retire. Now focused on coaching and mentoring current service C-suite executives as well as the next generation of small and medium business leaders, Max has partnered with 4 other ex-C suite entrepreneurs to form The Executive's Chair, a virtual community where leaders come to grow. Over the past 50 years in business, and 35+ years in executive leadership positions, Max has led, turned-around, and grown companies in such diverse industries as custom electrical components, food processing, steel fabrication, and commercial cleaning equipment.
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Laura Davis has 22 years of experience working with seniors and their families in assisted living, including independent communities, skilled nursing, memory care, rehabilitation, Hospice, and In-home care solutions. She is experienced with helping people through both planned and unplanned life changing events, and approaches every situation with patience and understanding.
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Bruce Nathanson, MBA, CDP, has over 20 years of experience working with seniors in the healthcare and senior housing industries. He assists seniors and their families with finding the best assisted living or memory care communities based on their needs, is an advocate of Senior Care Authority’s EASE program, and works directly with professionals in his field to develop referral partner relationships. Bruce lives and works in New York, and supports families across the US.
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Gary Small, MD, is Chair of Psychiatry at Hackensack University Medical Center. Dr. Small is a co-inventor of the first PET scanning method that provides images in living people of the physical evidence of Alzheimer’s disease. In addition to testing compounds that may benefit cognitive abilities and possibly delay the onset of Alzheimer's disease symptoms, Dr. Small has studied and developed lifestyle and memory training programs for improving cognition and healthy aging. Dr. Small has authored over 500 scientific works and received numerous awards and honors, including the American Psychiatric Association’s Weinberg Award for Excellence in Geriatric Psychiatry. Scientific American magazine named him one of the world’s top 50 innovators in science and technology. He is the author of 12 popular books, including The New York Times bestseller, The Memory Bible.
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Mary L. Flett, PhD is a keen observer of what it means to be an aging adult and offers her unique perspective on embracing the shift that aging brings. She is a passionate and engaging speaker on all things related to aging, and is known for her unique ability to bring humor and compassion to complex and emotionally challenging topics. She published a three-book series, “Aging with Finesse” in 2021, containing selections of blogs she has been writing since 2018. She offers retirement coaching services, along with workshops, courses, and seminars on aging. She lives in Sonoma Valley, CA. After over 30 years of working with elders as a licensed clinical psychologist, Dr. Mary now offers consultation on how to age-in place, how to manage life transitions, and how to adapt to the changes life presents as we age.
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Dr. John Neustadt is the founder and president of Nutritional Biochemistry, Inc and has spent two decades as a clinician, researcher, writer and entrepreneur creating solutions that improve people’s health. His products have been shipped to people in 15 countries, he’s published more than 100 research reviews, lectures frequently at medical conferences, received a dozen US FDA Orphan Drug Designation for the potential treatment of rare diseases and was recognized as one of the Top Ten Cited Authors in the world for his work. His latest book is, “Fracture-Proof Your Bones: A Comprehensive Approach to Osteoporosis”. Receive a book discount at nbihealth.com and type in the code NB130.
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Dr. Rob Winningham received his Ph.D. in neuroscience from Baylor University. He joined the faculty at Western Oregon University in 2000 where he served as a Professor
of Psychology and Gerontology. He helped create the Gerontology Department, served as the Dean
of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and is currently the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Western Oregon University. His scholarship has focused on memory and aging for the past 30 years. He has trained thousands of professionals to offer high quality cognitive rehabilitation and therapy programs. In Addition to publishing many peer-reviewed articles in the area of human memory and aging, Dr. Winningham has been invited to give well over 1500 invited presentations
about memory and aging at various conferences and workshops. His book, “Train Your Brain: How to Maximize Memory Ability in Older Adulthood” and his latest book is entitled Cranium Crunches, both of which can be found
on Amazon.
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Nick Mengerink is Managing Director of HearUSA and responsible for strategy and execution within HearUSA’s 360 hearing centers, including external partnerships and benefits administration. As Managing Director, Nick is focused on achieving HearUSA’s ambition to change one million more lives by 2028 through Simply Excellent Hearing Care.
Nick began his career in healthcare nearly two decades ago with Johnson & Johnson Vision Care. He spent 16 years with global vision care leader EssilorLuxottica in a variety of roles of increasing responsibility across sales, consulting, sales management, and key accounts, ultimately serving as Sr. Vice President, Managed Care. In this role, Nick led EssilorLuxottica’s managed care strategy and relationship with medical and vision plans.
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Dr. Rob Winningham received his Ph.D. in neuroscience from Baylor University. He joined the faculty at Western Oregon University in 2000 where he served as a Professor of Psychology and Gerontology. His focus has been on memory and aging for the past 30 years. He has trained thousands of professionals to offer high quality cognitive rehabilitation and therapy programs. In addition to publishing many peer-reviewed articles in the area of human memory and aging, Dr. Winningham has been invited to given well over 1500 invited presentations about memory and aging at various conferences and workshops. His book, Train Your Brain: How to Maximize Memory Ability in Older Adulthood and his latest book, Cranium Crunches, both can be found on Amazon.
Dr. Mike Studer has been a Physical Therapist since 1991, a board certified innneurologic Physical Therapist in 1995, and a private practice owner since 2005. Dr. Studer has been an invited speaker covering 50 states, 10 countries, and 4 continents speaking on topics ranging from cognition and psychology in rehabilitation, aging, stroke, motor learning, motivation in rehabilitation, balance, dizziness, neuropathy and Parkinson Disease. Dr. Studer is a co-founder and co-owner of Spark
Rehabilitation and Wellness in Bend, Oregon.
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Marianne Troy is a Family Consultant for the Alzheimer’s Support Network. She is a great listener and has a wealth of knowledge and skills in all things elder care. She honed these skills over a lifetime of involvement in elder concerns. She is a previous owner of a home health care company and worked at Loyola Medical Center outside Chicago in Radiology Administration. It was there she saw the difficulty our elders experience in hospitals and she created an Ombudsman program to increase communication and assistance for elderly patients. In her earlier years she was also a Sister of Charity for 14 years.
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Kimberly Best, RN, MA, is a Civil and Family Mediator. Her practice focuses on Family Mediation, Health and Elder Care Mediation, Civil and Business Mediation, and Conflict Coaching. She is a working member of the Association of Conflict Resolution Elder Mediation Professional Development Group as well as a working member of Mediators Beyond Borders, International, and a member of the American Bar Association Dispute Resolution development committee. She is passionate about helping others resolve conflicts by using mediation, facilitation and collaborative problem solving to find optimal solutions for all parties. Kim is the author of “How to Live Forever, A Guide to Writing the Final Chapter of Your Life Story."
Lauren Snedeker is a licensed clinical social worker, an Assistant Professor of Teaching, and the Coordinator for the MSW Certificate in Aging and Health Program at Rutgers School of Social Work. Her areas of practice and scholarly interests focus on the aging experience, mental health during older adulthood, and caregiving experiences. Educating students about the rich, clinical opportunities that exist in gerontological social work, mentorship and building community for MSW students are Lauren’s passions. Along with esteemed colleagues, Lauren is leading efforts at Rutgers New Brunswick that focus on anti-ageism and age inclusivity.
Josh Sapan is the former President & Chief Executive Officer of AMC Networks Inc. where, since 1987, he oversaw the creation and growth of entertainment brands including AMC, BBC AMERICA, IFC and SundanceTV and signature series including “Mad Men,” “Breaking Bad,” “The Walking Dead" and “Killing Eve.” Sapan also oversaw the creation of the film production and distribution company IFC Films as well as AMC Studios and AMC Networks International. Now, after 35 years with AMC Networks, 25 as CEO and currently Executive Vice Chairman, Sapan is embarking on a third Act of his own, one sure to entail moves in more creative avenues. Josh has also authored his new book called, “The Third Act, Reinventing Your Next Chapter."
Ryan Frederick focuses on the intersection of place and healthy longevity. He is the author of Right Place, Right Time: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Home for the Second Half of Life. He advises real estate, health organizations and institutional investment firms on how to create better places to help people thrive and provides regular content for consumers to make wise choices about place to live a long, healthy and financially secure life.
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Kerry Byrne, PhD, is a researcher, collaborator and entrepreneur in aging, care and connection. She is the Founder of The Long Distance Grandparent, a mission driven business helping grandparents strengthen relationships with their grandchildren – no matter the distance between. Kerry is focused on improving intergenerational relationships within families, because these relationships impact everything from mental health to ending ageism. She shares practical, research backed strategies through her blog, email newsletter, speaking engagements and membership program.
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Gregg Levoy is the author of 'Vital Signs: The Nature and Nurture of Passion' and the bestseller 'Callings: Finding and Following An Authentic Life'. He is a regular Keynoter/Featured Speaker at aging-industry conferences around the country, including the International Conference on Positive Aging and the International Council on Active Aging Conference. Gregg has appeared on ABC-TV, CNN, NPR and PBS. He has also written for the New York Times Magazine, Washington Post, Omni, Psychology Today, Fast Company, Reader’s Digest, and many others.
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Dr. Nancy A. Taylor is founder and CEO of Taylormade Senior Advocacy and Consulting LLC. As an advocate she helps older adults and their families navigate the complex maze that is our national healthcare system. She provides a guiding hand with Medicare Education including choosing drug plans, Provider and Care Coordination, Comprehensive Clinical Medication Reviews, and Medication Therapy Management. She retired as a pharmacist after over a decade in community pharmacy and started her company to better serve her aging patients. The transition from pharmacist to advocate was natural and empowering for both Dr. Taylor and those she serves.
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Darra Wray is a business professional, senior care consultant, and software developer with more than 30 years of practical business and finance experience and an MBA from the Anderson School at UCLA. She also has over 30 years of personal experience as a family caregiver and patient advocate and has had a life-long interest in healthcare.
An unexpected family medical crisis made her realize that her family was completely unprepared to manage the business of life in a digital world. In the wake of this family crisis, Darra set out to find a tool to help bridge this digital divide, and when she couldn’t find one, she created one. She then launched My Care Companions, helping individuals and families more effectively navigate and manage the family caregiving process.
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Mike Briggs is with Keystone Hospice has been working in healthcare since March of 2004. He loves to provide solutions to patients and families that need help in the community he loves. Mike is extremely passionate about hospice care and enjoys helping people understand why it’s such a great benefit.
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Jaime Sarche’s goal is helping people be less afraid of death. A seasoned speaker, Jaime brings deep experience in death care to a broad range of audiences around the country, sharing insights and approaches on how to have those difficult conversations and how to address sensitive issues. Extending well beyond death and dying, her message resonates across industries and individuals, bridging her passion to demystify death while enlightening communicators on overcoming challenging conversations.
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Odelia Goldberg, Esq. was born in Israel and moved to the United States when she was six years old. She was educated in the United States and received her Juris Doctorate and graduated Cum Laude. Odelia regularly lectures to attorneys, CPAs and seniors throughout New York State and South Florida on Elder Law and how to protect your assets and leave money to heirs. She has established herself as a noted authority in the area of Estate Planning, Trusts and Estates, Probate and Contracts.
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Deborah Carr is a professor of sociology and director of the Center for Innovation in Social Science at Boston University. She is author of more than 100 academic articles and chapters, and several books including the award-winning 'Golden Years? Social Inequality in Later Life.' She studies end-of-life issues including bereavement, advance care planning, and death quality. She has also written widely on families in later life. Dr. Carr is former editor-in-chief of Journal of Gerontology: Social Sciences.
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Professor Wendy Moyle’s research focuses on finding evidence for best practice in care of older people and those with dementia. She has a keen interest in technologies, and, within a social robotics laboratory, she develops and evaluates assistive technologies and social robots. She works with a multidisciplinary team of researchers from Australia and internationally, from the UK and Japan. She has received several awards and leads a technology collaborative “The Australian Aged Care Technology Collaborative” that aims to increase efficiency, effectiveness and quality of care of older adults in ageing services through identification and adaptation of existing technologies and development of new technologies.
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Keren Etkin is the best-selling author of The AgeTech Revolution - a book about the intersection of technology and aging. Etkin is the founder of TheGerontechnologist.com, a media platform that covers the global agetech ecosystem and The AgeTech Academy which offers online AgeTech education for entrepreneurs and elder care professionals. Etkin is a sought-after public speaker and advisor to AgeTech startups, investors in the longevity economy, care providers and organizations who work on innovation in aging. She holds an M.A. in Gerontology and a B.Sc. in Life Sciences from Ben-Gurion University.
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Dr. Amanda Leggett is an Assistant Professor in the Institute of Gerontology and Department of Psychology at Wayne State University and an adjunct Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan. She received her M.S. and PhD in Human Development and Family Studies from Penn State and is a Fellow of the Gerontological Society of America. Her research program focuses on the dementia caregiver stress process and mental health in late-life. Dr. Leggett serves on the editorial board for the journals Innovation in Aging and Research on Aging and is a seven-year Hospice volunteer.
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Jackie Cara is the founder and owner of Cara Law. Based on Long Island in New York, Cara Law provides clients with highly personalized estate planning and elder law services. With over 30 years of experience, Cara Law brings clients the options and tools they need to protect themselves, their families and their assets.
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Kevin Svagdis spent most of his career helping clients and his team members to live their best lives. It’s how he has managed high performance teams and it’s why he founded Nurizon at Home.
His devotion to caring for and serving people was first ignited as a 16 year-old, working in food service at a local hospital. From there he took on the first of many leadership roles, progressing through the hospitality ranks in acute-care hospitals. In 2004, Kevin was appointed president of one of the nation’s most successful senior living hospitality services providers, overseeing dining, environmental and plant operations services for more than 500 retirement communities in 38 states.
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Miryam Rabner is the Cultural Sensitivity Liaison & Outreach Coordinator for MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care. She was born and raised in Switzerland in a multilingual family. She is a graduate of Yeshiva University (B.A.) and the City University Graduate Center (M.Phil.). A resident of Riverdale, NY, she has worked in this field in Manhattan and the Bronx for the past 16 years.
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Larry Gifford is President and Co-Founder of PD Avengers. He was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson’s disease in August 2017 at the age of 45. Larry is active with the Parkinson’s Society British Columbia and sits on the board of directors for the Pacific Parkinson’s Research Institute. He believes in the power of storytelling hosting, "When Life Gives You Parkinson’s," a podcast that documents his experience living and working with PD, which was a finalist for the Canadian Podcast Awards.
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Ellen Belk is a Silver Living strategist, with over 20 years of operational experience in Senior housing as a holistic Dementia expert, author, trainer and influencer. She brings a unique blend of proficiency in operations, sales, team building, resident experience and innovation to her clients.
A dynamic speaker and recognized expert in aging and Dementia, Ellen moves seamlessly from the C-Suite to the frontlines of care, captivating audiences with her authentic stories from personal experience in the trenches of elder care. Her TEAM™ approach to achieving Championship level outcomes resonates with both professional and family caregivers alike.
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Dr. Gary Kaplan, DO, is the founder and medical director of the Kaplan Center for Integrative Medicine, and author of Total Recovery: A Revolutionary New Approach to Breaking the Cycle of Pain and Depression as well as his soon to be released book, Why You Are Still Sick.
Dr. Kaplan is one of only 19 physicians in the country to be board-certified in both Family Medicine and Pain Medicine. He created the Kaplan Medical Center to offer patients suffering with chronic pain and illness a more effective model of medical care. The Center’s physicians, nurses, psychotherapist, dietitian, and physical therapists collaborate closely on patients’ progress to ensure the best outcome for each patient. This coordinated, multidisciplinary approach has proved to be highly effective for patients suffering with complex and long standing medical problems.
Bradley Schurman, is an expert on demographic change and how it disrupts social, cultural, political, and economic norms across the United States and around the world. His deep understanding of population shifts, coupled with his grasp of emerging trends, makes him an authoritative voice into the future of everything in our aging world. He’s the author of THE SUPER AGE: DECODING OUR DEMOGRAPHIC DESTINY and the founder and CEO of the global research and advisory firm, The Super Age www.thesuperage.com. He’s written for Newsweek, been quoted by The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and USAToday.
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Over the past five years, Mike and Kim Barnes found themselves navigating problems they never saw coming from their parents including Alzheimer's, pacemakers, COVID, pneumonia, and the tough decision to move parents into senior living communities.
They've learned to balance the many facets of parenting aging parents, including medical, financial, and everyday-life decisions, emotional rollercoasters, protecting their parents from scams, and more, all while parenting their college-age kids, and building their careers.
That's why they created Parenting Aging Parents to provide information, resources, and support.
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Dean and Kristin Sposato of Orchid Island Management Group have been assisting seniors and their families with bill paying, property management and coordination of daily services through an outsourced model and a professional network. Families of seniors want to enable their loved ones to remain in their properties for as long as possible, yet they are not here to oversee their day-to-day challenges. OIMG's Senior Affairs Program provides peace of mind for these families and their loved ones. In addition, when these seniors are faced with transitioning from their homes and can no longer live on their own, Dean and Kristin assist in facilitating this process on behalf of the family.
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For over 30 years, Amy Temperley has committed her work to improving the lives of older adults in some form or fashion. and has served caregivers, individuals with dementia and disabilities, and nonprofit leaders.
Amy and her husband, Damien, founded Aging is Cool in 2016 with the dream to create smart, engaging, fun activities for older adults, being passionate about issues related to living a full life, active aging and ageism. In 2020, Aging is Cool partnered with Heart and Soul Care to create and launch, A Mighty Good Time, a website and one-stop-shop for engaging activities for older adults nationwide.
www.amightygoodtime.com
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Michael Gelfgot is the Chief Operating Officer for Activate Brain & Body. His drive to be a different kind of a health club started 20 years ago. Between Gelfgot and his partners, they operated 23 health clubs.
Now Mike and his partners are opening first of its kind, Activate Brain & Body, a cutting-edge brain & fitness think-tank growing into a chain of brain health studios. Combining brain training and physical training, Activate Brain & Body is looking to re-engineer fitness as upstream preventative healthcare.
www.activatebrainandbody.com
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Aviva Black is the founder of Family Love Letters. As her family was going through their father’s papers a few days after he passed away, her and her siblings found a sealed letter he’d left for them in the top drawer of his desk. His letter became the inspiration for Family Love Letters.
Aviva continues to enjoy her role as a mother, coordinator of her temple's Intergenerational Connect program and as the daughter of a rabbi.
https://familyloveletters.com/
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Mike Maccioli grew up in a home where the kitchen was the center of life for his family. With a kitchen always filled with both familiar and exotic aromas, Mike learned to appreciate many types of cuisines through his travels to Paris, Italy, Germany, South America and Eastern Europe. He loves the fact that Chefs for Seniors allows him and his chefs to bring their knowledge of food and nutrition into the kitchen of seniors and create meals that they love along with laughter and conversation.
https://chefsforseniors.com/
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Joan Price calls herself an advocate for ageless sexuality. She has been called other things by the media: “senior sexpert,” “the woman leading a sex revolution for seniors,” and—her favorite— “wrinkly sex kitten.” Joan is the author of four books about senior sex, including the award-winning Naked at Our Age: Talking Out Loud about Senior Sex and Sex after Grief: Navigating Your Sexuality after Losing Your Beloved. An internationally popular public speaker and sex educator, Joan has been writing and speaking about senior sex since 2005.
Website: https://www.joanprice.com
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Tami Anastasia is a dementia consultant, educator and speaker. She is the author of Essential Strategies for the Dementia Caregiver: Learning to PACE Yourself. Tami holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling, a Certificate in Gerontology, and a Certificate in End of Life. She is an Evergreen Certified Dementia Care Specialist and Certified Senior Advisor. Tami is a sought-after speaker, frequently presenting before audiences at professional meetings, senior retirement centers, memory care and assisted living communities, health and wellness conferences, local colleges and universities, and public health organizations.
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Linda Barrett has a long-term commitment to the field of aging. She is an honors graduate of Miami University where she earned a Master of Gerontological Studies degree. Linda has held many diverse positions in management, public relations, and training. After a 33-year career with the Social Security Administration, she taught gerontology courses at Miami University from 2008-2018. In 2019, Linda founded DiverseAGE, LLC whose mission is to “shed light on workplace communication, cultural diversity, and navigating issues of aging”.
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Sharona Hoffman is the author of Aging with a Plan: How a Little Thought Today Can Vastly Improve Your Tomorrow. She is a Professor of Law and Bioethics at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio and is Co-Director of the Law School’s Law-Medicine Center. Prior to becoming an academic, Ms. Hoffman was a Senior Trial Attorney at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in Houston, a litigation associate at O’Melveny & Myers in Los Angeles, and a judicial clerk for U.S. District Judge Douglas W. Hillman (Western District of Michigan).
Professor Hoffman has published over seventy articles and book chapters on health law and civil rights issues as well as two books. Her work has appeared in the Georgetown Law Journal, Harvard Journal of Law and Technology, Yale Journal of Health Policy, Law and Ethics, and many other publications. In 2021 Professor Hoffman won the Case Western Reserve University Faculty Distinguished Research Award, and in 2016 she won the Case Western Reserve University School of Law Distinguished Research Award. Professor Hoffman has lectured throughout the United States and internationally and has very frequent appearances in local, national, and international media. For more information see her website http://sharonahoffman.com/.
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Dr. Judson Brandeis is an award winning urologist and sexual medicine expert, clinical researcher, physician educator, and a caring clinician and surgeon. Over the course of his 25-year career as a board-certified urologist he has performed thousands of surgeries and pioneered surgical robotics. In February of 2019, he opened BrandeisMD, a national leader in technology and sexual medicine innovations for men. He brings this wealth of expertise and care to his first book, The 21st Century Man: Advice from 50 Top Doctors and Men’s Health Experts to Help You Feel Great, Look Good and Have Better Sex.
https://brandeismd.com/
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Jamie Blumenthal, MA, MT-BC is a Board Certified Music Therapist. Since 1982, Jamie has worked in hospitals, schools, nursing homes and community settings, providing music therapy for clients throughout the lifespan with developmental disabilities, acute and chronic psychiatric needs, medical needs, issues of aging and hospice, grief and loss, as well as offering sessions for wellness, personal and spiritual growth. Jamie has extensive experience working with older adults in all levels of care in community and a variety of facility settings. In addition, she worked as a department head, supervisor, program developer and trainer.
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Michael Ellenbogen was diagnosed with Young-Onset Alzheimer's Disease at the age of 49. Prior to his diagnosis, he was a network operations manager for a Fortune 500 financial institution. Difficulty with work-related tasks eventually led to his early retirement. As a world-renowned International Dementia Advocate & Connecter, he has been featured in nationally syndicated TV, radio and other media outlets. He has written for blogs, newspapers, journals and websites and shared his personal perspective as a guest speaker. Michael served on the PA Alzheimer's Disease Planning Committee and other advisory councils. He testified before the government, and has three letters published in the U.S. Congressional Record. He was a regular speaker at NAPA and was featured in the ADI’s 2012 World Alzheimer's Report. He represented the U.S./World for people living with dementia at the World Health Organization in Geneva. He is interested in motivating those with Alzheimer’s to raise their voices and reduce the stigma surrounding the disease. Michael wrote about his journey with the disease in his book entitled “From the Corner Office to Alzheimer's.”
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Wendy Rinehart is Co-Founder of Family Solutions for Care, a leading consumer claims benefits company. She has been in the long-term care insurance industry for over two decades, part of that time with General Electric Capital Assurance. Together with her husband David, they launched the consumer claims assistance industry and with their team they have helped thousands of families receive over $300,000,000 of long-term care insurance benefits. Wendy Rinehart is Co-Founder of Family Solutions for Care, a leading consumer claims benefits company. She has been in the long-term care insurance industry for over two decades, part of that time with General Electric Capital Assurance. Together with her husband David, they launched the consumer claims assistance industry and with their team they have helped thousands of families receive over $300,000,000 of long-term care insurance benefits.
www.FamilySolutionsforCare.com
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Lisa Rehburg is President of Rehburg Life Insurance Settlements, a life insurance settlements broker and has been in the health and life insurance industries for over 30 years. Lisa started her company five years ago because she discovered that over 500,000 seniors a year walk away from their life insurance policies, with little or nothing. She is passionate about helping clients benefit better from their unwanted, unneeded or unaffordable life insurance policies.
www.rehburglifesettlements.com
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Today’s guest, Dr. Jonathan Baktari, is a healthcare CEO, a vaccine and COVID-19 expert, and a physician with specialties in internal, pulmonary, and critical care medicine. He and his team at e7 Health specialize in preventative medicine, vaccinations, and testing for viruses. In short, Dr. Baktari was an expert on COVID, before COVID even existed.
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Dr. Stana Martin earned her PhD from University of Texas at Austin in Communication Studies. In 2006 she left university teaching to specialize in long term care planning as a result of both her grandmothers going through extended care. She teaches required continuing education courses for attorneys, trust officers, and financial professionals and has authored two books published on Amazon. One is a step-by-step guide on “How to File a Claim Successfully” and the second is called “Handing Down the Kingdom.” a “how to” guide on getting your legal, financial and other parts of your “kingdom” organized. www.mrsltc.com
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Dr. Richard G. Caro is co-founder of Tech-enhanced Life https://www.techenhancedlife.com/, a Public Benefit corporation with the mission of improving the quality of life of the aging and their families. He is also CEO of TangibleFuture, Inc., an interventional management consultancy. Richard has been responsible for development of a number of successful products; has 24 issued patents; and received a Ph.D in Physics from Oxford University, where he was a Rhodes Scholar. He is an active member of several Silicon Valley angel investor groups, with a particular focus on the intersection of healthcare, aging, and technology.
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Jason Neufeld, Esq. is the founding partner of Elder Needs Law, PLLC which focuses on a variety of Florida Elder Law matters including Estate Planning, Medicaid-Planning, probate and guardianship matters. Jason is consistently recognized as a top lawyer among his peers in Super Lawyers Magazine and Florida Trends Legal Elite. Jason is an author and on the board of the Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys and Co-Chair of the Broward County Bar Association Elder Law Section.
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Margie Hackbarth has worked in healthcare communications and administration for more than 30 years and calls herself a cheerleader for older adults. Margie authored, Amaging™ Growing Old On Purpose. It’s about re-framing our attitudes on aging and focusing on the amazing potential of older adults. She introduces a framework for affirmations to help older adults achieve goals, and discusses the need for affirmations due to age bias in our culture – and in our own minds.
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Andy Robin is an author, speaker, Executive Coach and Life Coach, also serves on the Board of a foundation in Palo Alto and a NYC hedge fund, and enjoys day-trips, lectures, and concerts around the San Francisco Bay Area and Silicon Valley. He wrote "Tapas Life" to do some good for others who haven't yet come to grips with their likely extended longevity, and the need to assemble a new type of life to make those bonus years rich and rewarding.
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Jim Sloan is a 24 year financial advisor and six-time author. His books were written to help investors become financially informed and make decisions that are in their best interest. Jim has been featured in or seen on local and national media outlets for his perspective on financial topics pertaining to baby boomers and retirees, such as The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Fox Business, MarketWatch, Reuters and others. Jim is an educator and an Investment Adviser Representative of Foundations Investment Advisors, a SEC Registered Investment Adviser.
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Dr. Ardeshir Z. Hashmi MD, FACP, Section Chief of Geriatrics at Cleveland Clinic and is the Endowed Chair of Geriatric Innovation and Section Chief/ He is Assistant Professor of Medicine at the Case Western Reserve University and the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine. He has conducted lectures and workshops in geriatrics nationally and internationally. Under Dr. Hashmi’s leadership Cleveland Clinic Geriatrics has garnered the following milestones; Age Friendly Health Systems Committed to Care Excellence designation via the Institute for Healthcare Improvement; highest Geriatrics US News and World report national rankings in Cleveland Clinic history; national accreditation as a top tier Level 1 Geriatrics Emergency Department by the American College of Emergency Physicians. Dr. Hashmi’s niche area of interest is the intersection of affordable technology solutions and geriatric population health in the service of our most vulnerable populations.
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Lisa Gates has worked within the senior living industry for eight years. She has been an Administrator of an adult day health program and worked in numerous senior living communities including independent living, assisted and memory care. She also has 40 years of marketing experience and 10 years of specializing in events and promotions. In 2019, she opened a nonprofit, Metamorphosis-3 serving seniors and caregivers and offering intergenerational programs.
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Noha Waibsnaider is the Co-Founder and CEO of GatheringUs, www.GatheringUs.com, a company that brings communities together after the death of a loved one to support each other and celebrate their life together. Noha has been recognized as a White House Champion of Change, Women Presidents Organization’s 50 Fastest, JWI Woman to Watch, Columbia Business School’s Distinguished Alumna, and received the Ecademy Award for Entrepreneurship. At GatheringUs, she has helped over 100,000 people celebrate the life of a loved one remotely and has advised many organizational leaders on grieving virtually.
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Shari Haber is a former Communications Executive who led consumer technology product launches for Sony and helped Amazon, Priceline and LendingTree pioneer e-commerce. In 2017, after attempting to write a script for a TV show about Baby Boomer life, Shari founded Great Goodbyes www.GreatGoodbyes.com to inspire and empower people to die well, with a plan for a better end of life experience and a more meaningful goodbye.
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Debra Hallisey is a past and present caregiver. Currently caregiver to her mother, Deb lost her job due to caregiving issues and as a result, founded her company Advocate for Mom and Dad. She writes on caregiving issues for adult children of aging parents at her website www.AdvocateforMomandDad.com. Deb is the author of Your Caregiver Relationship Contract, a practical, step-by-step guide for discussing relationship issues that arise between caregivers and their care partners.
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Lynda Anello is a Community Liaison for VITAS Healthcare in Cincinnati, where she is responsible for community outreach and marketing. This position combines her love of community outreach, which has been a central aspect of her professional roles throughout her career, with her passion for the mission-centered work of hospice, an industry that mirrors her values in holistic, self-determined living and dying.
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Following an executive career in life sciences, Richard Haiduck has had an active
retirement. His interests include cycling, hiking, volunteering, reading and family. He has recently interviewed 75+ retirees, as the basis for his book, "Shifting Gears; 50 Baby Boomers Share Their Meaningful Journeys in Retirement."
Sponsor: www.BeyondDrivingwithDignity.com
Sarah Nord is an occupational therapist, Certified Dementia Practitioner & founder of Sensory for Dementia. She is passionate about supporting the sensory, cognitive, & emotional regulation needs of people across the lifespan.
Sarah has over 7 years of clinical experience with specialty training in sensory processing through the STAR Institute. She recognizes how sensory health impacts function, behavior, & relationships. She raises awareness about all 8 sensory systems & equips you with a sensory lens so you can get curious about behavioral expressions from a different perspective.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
As president of Safe Harbor Retirement Planning, Mark has served as a relentless retirement guide to thousands of individuals since 1986.
The secret to his longevity has been asking the questions other advisors simply don’t ask; it allows him to make the best decisions for each client’s unique situation and ensure retirement success.
Mark is a former radio talk show host, is an author, and has become the go-to financial educator in the media. His most recent book Don’t Outlive Your Money in Retirement! 7 Key Steps, unveils the step-by-step process used to help maximize the retirement journey.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Katharine Esty, PhD, 86, is a best-selling author, practicing psychotherapist, a widow, a mother, a grandmother, and an activist for aging well. She’s on a mission to dispel myths about old age and to end ageism, which limits and undermines the most experienced among us. She lives in a retirement community west of Boston. We’ll also discuss her recent book, Eightysomethings- A Practical Guide to Letting Go, Aging Well, and Finding Unexpected Happiness.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Dr. Francisco Contreras serves as director, president and chairman of Oasis of Hope Hospital. A distinguished surgical oncologist, Dr. Contreras is renowned for combining conventional and alternative medical treatments with emotional and spiritual support to provide patients with the most positive treatment
experience possible.
Dr. Contreras has authored numerous books concerning integrative therapy, cancer and heart disease prevention and chronic illness, including “The Hope of Living Cancer Free,” “The Hope of Living Long and Well,” “Beating Cancer” and “Dismantling Cancer.” His newest book, “The Art & Science of Undermining Cancer,” was released in October, 2020.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Ben Rao is a life-long entrepreneur, philanthropist and senior care advocate who lives in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. Ben has published a book called Paying For Long-Term Care, which offers a comprehensive roadmap for families transitioning a senior into long-term care.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Wendy Boglioli is a featured speaker, long term care expert, healthy aging advocate and an Olympic gold medalist. Wendy brings professional versatility and captivating insight to audiences and clients across the country. Wendy’s message encourages everyone to take a holistic approach to their financial and physical outlook while her riveting personal story resonates and persuades.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Tara Faquir is Co-Founder and COO of Trustate. Tara earned her B.S. in economics from the University of Miami and her M.B.A. from Fox School of Business at Temple University. Tara has spent the past decade working at a variety of companies from Fortune 500s to Billion-dollar start-ups and with her she brings to Trustate a deep understanding of sales, operations, and team management along with a passion for learning and entrepreneurship.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Erin Galyean is a pharmaceutical sales trainer, professional speaker, and published author. In 1997, Erin lost her father, Mike, to Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma and in 2018, she lost her sister, Meghan, to a rare lung disease. These heartbreaking life events, combined with her professional experience, taught Erin how to effectively advocate for a patient. As a result, Erin’s vision in life is to share her knowledge with others so they can do the same. In 2020, Erin published her first book Badass Advocate: Becoming the Champion Your Loved One Deserves.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Dr. Judith Carney is a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in mental health and well-being. She completed her master’s and doctoral degree at Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia and has worked with individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds to address a wide range of clinical issues.
Dr. Carney is also a certified specialist in retirement transition, striving to help individuals make healthy adjustments in response to changes in areas that include career, health, family, leisure and social interests. Her pursuit is to help people build greater fulfillment and satisfaction in the retirement phase of life.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Terri is the Founder and Owner of Terri K. Echarte Consulting and has over 30 years of experience in business, real estate finance, banking and client relations. Giving back to the community is an important initiative for Terri. She is a co-founder of 100+ Women Who Care – Miami Chapter. These giving circles raise money to bestow grants to local non-profits providing much needed programs and services throughout Miami Dade County. Terri is a proud member of AADMM (the American Association of Daily Money) and is insured as a Daily Money Manager through Lloyds of London.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
With 50 years of clinical experience, Dr. Dorian Mintzer is an experienced therapist; retirement transition, money, relationship, and executive coach; consultant; speaker; and writer. Dorian has authored and co-authored several books and has been featured in a variety of media such as the NY Times, WSJ, USA Today, CNN Money, Forbes, NPR, ABC Evening News and the Today Show and has given a Ted X talk focused on “Embracing your Bonus Years: A Time to Learn, Grow and Evolve.”
Elizabeth Marcus is a former architect and current freelance writer. Her essays have appeared in The New York Times, The Boston Globe and on online magazines. Her book Don’t Say a Word!: A Daughter’s Two Cents, is coming out soon. The book is a memoir about her struggles to make sense of the strange last years of her parents’ lives, when they cut loose and seemed to make a complete about-face.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Kit Pappenheimer and Lynnea Brinkerhoff are co-founders of Heartfelt Memorials,LLC. Lynnea is an ordained Interfaith Minister, a Disaster Chaplain, and "End of Life Doula". Kit is a former educator, teaching and running public schools and a long time hospice volunteer. Both are ICF certified Executive Coaches, employing heart-based, body-oriented and trauma-informed practices with a fierce belief in the resilience of the human spirit to face and honor the end of life with dignity and grace.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Julie Sursok is an inspiring breakthrough author of the best-selling book “I’m Now called a Senior WTF”. Julie is a senior herself. She has run her own successful businesses, performed on stage and television and is an award-winning recording artist. Julie emigrated from South Africa to Australia mastering the challenges of losing everything to rise back up again. And now with laughter, humility and life experience she is passionately inspiring seniors to stand tall and feel relevant again. Laugh at senior travels and senior moments and separate bedroom syndrome. Relate to medical checks and downsizing and technical faux pas. In this heart-felt and honest commentary on senior life, you will feel quite at HOME.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Over the last decade Tzivya Green has worked with Seniors in different settings. She has worked as a Social Service Coordinator in a Skilled Nursing Facility and held a weekly dementia caregiver support group. Most recently, she obtained her Personal Care Home Administrator license and worked as an Executive Director at a Personal Care Home. Knowing that many are unaware of the eligibility, policies and process surrounding Medicaid, Tzivya spent a significant amount of time learning about Medicaid in all 50 States and started her own Medicaid planning company, Sensible Senior Planning.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Daniel E. Kennedy is a healthcare executive, counselor, author and filmmaker. His passion for disease prevention was ignited professionally while working with thousands of cancer patients at Oasis of Hope Hospital, and personally, by witnessing the cancer and heart disease related deaths of his grandmother, uncle, aunt, and father.
Through the process of writing and ghostwriting 12 books on cancer and heart health, Daniel honed the skills necessary to create, write, and direct the 8-episode Healthy Long Life documentary series. His relationships with researchers and clinicians, developed over the last three decades, have given him access to the world’s top experts on healthy life expectancy.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Kim Callinan is the President and CEO of Compassion & Choices, where she has had a leadership role in authorizing medical aid in dying into five new jurisdictions. She launched the Finish Strong initiative, which includes a book and suite of new tools to empower patients to take charge of the final chapter of their lives. Kim is frequently invited to speak at conferences, testify before state legislatures, conduct policy briefings and serve on committees as an expert on end-of-life care options.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
As founder and CEO of Keeping Us Safe, Matt Gurwell’s mission is to provide strategies and guidance to seniors that will help them to continue driving safely until the decision is made to retire from their driving career. He also provides an excellent array of services and resources for both families and professionals as they deal with this very sensitive issue. Matt currently lectures throughout the United States on topics related to the aging process and its adverse effects on driving skills.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Tim Sutton is a 31 year veteran police officer who has worked with hundreds of families dealing with cognitive issues. He has traveled the country for 12 years educating audiences on understanding the behaviors related to Dementia with his goal to promote peaceful interactions for positive outcomes.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Mexican-born Zarela Martinez rewrote the story of Mexican cuisine in the U.S. when she opened her game-changing New York restaurant “Zarela” in 1987. This legendary dining spot replaced culinary stereotypes with brilliant, fearless explorations of regional Mexican specialties embedded in their own distinctive contexts.
Martinez is the author of Food from My Heart), The Food and Life of Oaxaca, and Zarela’s which was also the companion to a 13-part PBS television series.
In 2013 she was inducted into the James Beard Foundation’s Who’s Who of Food and Beverage in America. In the same year Harvard/Radcliffe’s Schlesinger Library acquired her unpublished papers, an invaluable documentation of a lifetime dedicated to enlightening food-lovers everywhere about Mexican cuisine and culture.
Together with her son, prizewinning chef Aaron Sanchez, she is now conducting a podcast series for Heritage Radio Network titled “Cooking in Mexican from A to Z,” meant to introduce cooks to the brilliant spectrum of key Mexican ingredients.
Zarela was diagnosed with Parkinson's about a decade ago and we’re going to talk with her about how she’s dealing with the disease and its effect on her life.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Shayne Silver is co-owner of an award-winning real estate sales team. As a Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES), Shayne has been specifically trained to address and meet the concerns and needs of baby boomers and beyond.
She understands that this may be a stressful time for families and she addresses the emotions and challenges one faces when deciding to sell your home, or find a home that better meets your specific needs. Shayne applies her expertise, professional network, and passion to insuring that every transition is a seamless and positive experience. With Shayne you get a proven, dedicated Real Estate professional to provide you with the extra skills and personal service you deserve.
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Anthony Park is a professional executor for Solo Agers and estates across the country. He's the author of legal guidebooks such as "The Solo Ager Estate Plan" and "How Probate Works." He's been a practicing probate attorney in New York for over 20 years, and has settled hundreds of estates.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Holly Simpson is an experienced Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney in North and South Carolina. Prior to obtaining her law degree, she was a licensed family therapist and helped hundreds of families navigate various life difficulties. Holly graduated at the top of her law school class while juggling the demands of her 6 children. She started Simpson Law Firm because she wanted to continue helping families by creating plans to protect their assets and their loved ones.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
William Wright is the founder & president of Financial Professionals Group and has been helping individuals, couples, and families … plan and protect their loved ones.
He is a thought leader in the financial services industry and a sought- after speaker for educational events and conferences. He has a vast understanding of the core fundamentals that accelerate the financial planning process, including the required elements to addressing key financial concerns including longevity, legacy & long-term care. William has been recognized as an “astute and gracious collaborator” as his primary focus and the measurement of his own success are based on the achievements and value he brings to others.
Free eBook: www.fpgonline.com/BoomersToday
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Candace Williams is the Director of Clinician Development for WellQor, the nation's leading provider of behavioral health services for Seniors. Candace has spent over 20 years in the field developing unique interventions to better the lives of her clients. Throughout her time in the field, Candace has worked as a certified geriatric social worker, certified mediator, crisis management specialist, and family development specialist. At WellQor, Candace has created an extensive clinician training program, and continues to oversee the professional development and training of new clinicians. She also moderates their unique Clinician Connect platform, where psychologists and social workers collaborate to identify the appropriate interventions for older adults who are in need of support.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Larry Nisenson is the Senior Vice President, Chief Commercial Officer for Genworth U.S. Life Insurance Segment, including CareScout® Caregiver Support Services, an innovative program designed to provide expert guidance and personal support for those struggling to find the right help for their loved one.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
DR. JOE NIEUSMA is the CEO and Chief Toxicologist at Superior Toxicology & Wellness, an international scientific consulting firm that he founded. For the past 30 years, Dr. Joe has been active in toxicology research. He has assisted private clients to review their medical records and help them to eliminate unnecessary prescription drugs from their profile.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
David E. Frost is a certified Master Fitness Trainer, a rowing coach, a champion competitor, and award-winning adjunct professor.
After decorated careers in the US Navy and business world, he founded Well Past Forty LLC to promote wellness and longevity.
He specializes in nutrition, endurance, and strength training; adapting sessions for people dealing with cancer, MS, Parkinson’s, Cerebral Palsy, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome.
His writings about 21st century knowledge workers became a chapter in: Advances in the Technology of Managing People: Contemporary Issues in Business and Education.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Kelly O’Connor is an elder care consultant and started a Senior Care Authority franchise in the Denver area and has become known as SeniorCareKelly. Prior to that, Kelly cared for older and ailing family members and was responsible for making critical healthcare and estate decisions during a time of crisis. She then dedicated her life to supporting families throughout the elder care journey. She worked in almost every area of the senior care field - independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, hospice and home care – before starting Senior Care Authority in 2015.
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Sara Finkelstein was educated on the east coast with a degree in Business Management. She joined the financial arena in 1996 and her financial industry experience encompasses employment with a major insurance company and banks.
In 2018 she published her first book, “Wi$dom for Women, Discover the Challenges you Must Overcome to Live the Life and Retirement You Deserve.”
Sara works together with her husband Paul in helping clients reach their financial needs, goals, and dreams.
Sponsor: SeniorCareAuthority.com
@JodiGlacer is the local owner of Senior Care Authority, a Senior Placement and Elder Care Consulting Agency in South Florida. She is a Certified Senior Advisor and Certified Dementia Practitioner who is dedicated to helping local seniors. With her experience and knowledge of the Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care options available in North Broward and Palm Beach Counties, Jodi has consulted and mentored with families and assessing their needs. She assists them through the process of selecting the best community or residential care home based on the family’s requirements, and supports them in making the best, and most informed decisions.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Patricia Daiker is a registered nurse, board certified nurse coach specializing in Diabetes Burnout and author of the online eCourse "Better Diabetes Life". She has been an RN for 35 years, practicing bedside at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas for 15 years - Primarily in the Emergency Department and credentialed as a Certified Emergency Nurse. She currently is the CEO and founder of Better Diabetes Life, a company whose mission is to deliver support and services to people with diabetes and other chronic illnesses who are experiencing the psychosocial burden, we know as "burnout".
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Erin Dwyer owns and operates Senior Care Authority in St. Louis, Missouri, is a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) and a Beyond Driving With Dignity professional. Erin has always had a career in the helping professions, spending 17 years working with children and adults as a speech-language therapist in private practice, school systems, and outpatient clinical settings in the St. Louis area. She has experience with treating clients who have had strokes, traumatic brain injuries, swallowing disorders, & aphasia, among many others.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Bill Vicary is the founder/ president of Vicary Management Group, LLC (VMG) in Greenville, SC. He created Just Call Bill, Technology Service Provider to Senior Adults in 2017. He has developed classes & programs to teach seniors on how to use technology to become better connected to their family and friends. In addition to his programs, Just Call Bill also provides technology move-in and IT services to seniors in their homes. His passion is to connect family and friends by utilizing technology.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Spiro Koulouris is a leading gout diet expert, author, and blogger. He’s dedicated his life to inspiring people to obtain a healthy lifestyle and living a gout-free life.
Spiro has battled with the disease for years and has dedicated himself to become educated and informed on the subject. He has become an expert in the different home remedies, medicines, health practices and experiments from around the world. As the founder of GoutandYou.com Spiro is intent on educating the gout sufferer in hopes of beating this terrible disease for good.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Brad Brewer is the Vice President of Legacy Kept, a social enterprise dedicated to preserving family stories and bridging the generation gap. After serving for over 15 years as a leader in small business startups and higher education community engagement, Brad is now on a mission to honor older adults in America and strengthen family relationships.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Janet Gallin has been producing and hosting a talk show called Love Letters Live since its inception on KUSF in 2005 and has written a column for the Examiner.com by the same title. She also leads workshops and provides consultation to private and corporate clients. Janet is very grateful in letting others shine and has been able to translate this into her life's work.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Michele Molitor is the founder and CEO of Nectar Consulting Inc., and co-author of the best-selling book “Breakthrough Healing.” She works with executives and entrepreneurs bringing over 25 years of experience, intuitive insights and strategic business savvy to their success.
Michele’s unique Rapid RewiringTM approach is a culmination of years of study in the realms of emotional intelligence, neuroscience, organizational psychology and Rapid Transformational Therapy.
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Cynthia Perthuis leads and owns the Senior Care Authority offices in New York City and Southwest Florida. Cynthia has a passion for helping others and advocating for those that do not have the ability to speak for themselves. Her own personal experience with her parents and her entrepreneurial background has helped so many family members with the stress of helping and caring for aging loved ones.
Connect to Cynthia at www.seniorcare-nyfl.com
On this special podcast, Marcy Baskin and Frank Samson, senior executives at Senior Care Authority, discuss how families can get help now. Families confronted with difficult situations and trying to access eldercare resources can get support and real-time information from a local advisor.
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(888) 809-1231
Cathy Sikorski is an Elder Lawyer and caregiver promoting financial and legal preparation in the aging crisis. Her first book, Showering with Nana: Confessions of a Serial (killer) Caregiver and Cathy’s #1 Amazon book, Who Moved My Teeth? Is a practical and legal guide for the aging crisis. She has been on Huff Post, AARP and is a SheSource expert for the Women’s Media Center.
Gina March has been the Director of Community Relations at the Mary Culver Home for Visually Impaired Women in Kirkwood, Missouri since January of 2019. Before joining the staff, she served on their board of directors for over seven years and was an active volunteer. In addition, her mother was a resident at the Home in 2012. Before coming to the Home, Gina was the Executive Director of the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce.
Suzanne Paolucci is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has dedicated her career spanning three decades to the field of geriatrics and life care planning. Suzanne's Advocacy Company, NY Care Consultants, LLC is a sought after company with professionals and patients due to her proven record of ensuring that her clients receive the best care possible and obtaining, when required, 24-hour live-in personal, or skilled care services through Medicaid Managed Care and Long-Term Care Insurance. In the past two yers alone, she has secured over 1 million dollars in care benefits for the clients she has worked with.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Janice King, co-founder and CEO of TRI-OLOGY, a breakthrough oral
health product focused on strengthening oral health for overall systemic health. Janice
is a 20-year researcher in the area of oral health and the oral-systemic connection, a
formulator with three U.S. patents and co-founder of NOWsystem, Inc. With a grant
from the National Science Foundation, Janice and co-founder Dale Winetroub are
currently researching the risk factors relative to age-related Alzheimer’s Disease.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Marc Glickman is CEO and founder of www.buddyins.com, a community of long term care planning experts. Marc is also an Actuary by profession and a licensed insurance agent. His mission is to help families across the country get a Long-term care plan and to help to support the 44 million caregivers in the United States.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Stephanie Raffelock is a graduate of Naropa University’s program in Writing and Poetics. She’s worked as a freelance writer for publications that include The Rogue Valley Messenger, Nexus Magazine, Omaha Lifestyles, and SixtyandMe.com. As host for the podcast, Coffee Table Wisdom, Stephanie promotes embracing the accumulating years with purpose, intention and joy. She is the author of the book “A Delightful Little Book on Aging.”
Patricia Greenberg is a working wife and mother and has 30 years of experience as a Certified Nutritionist, Chef, and Wellness educator. Patricia runs The Fitness Gourmet, a wellness consulting firm that specializes in teaching seminars nationwide. She has a special interest in enhancing the education of the general public, providing accurate nutrition and health information to today’s consumer which has had an impact on the lives and health of thousands of people.
Patricia has authored several books…her most recent is Eat Well, Live Well, Age Well!
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Brian Andrew Tully is the founder of Tully Law, PC. He is Certified as an Elder Law Attorney and has been practicing elder care law and estate planning since 1998. Tully Law offers a comprehensive service called Life Care Planning which combines asset protection, Medicaid planning and applications, care coordination, nursing home advocacy and crisis intervention. Brian was inspired by his own family’s caregiving and aging challenges and entered the field of elder care right after law school. He has advocated for and helped caregivers and their aging parents ever since.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Frank Samson, host of Boomers Today and founder of Senior Care Authority, takes on a different role and is interviewed by Marcy Baskin, Managing Director of Senior Care Authority. The company is celebrating it's 10 year anniversary in helping seniors through consultation on senior housing and a myriad of other services to help alleviate the stress on families.
In addition, Samson discusses how he has expanded through a franchise model and providing these services throughout the United States and Canada.
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Dr. James Rosen is Professor Emeritus of Psychology and clinical psychologist. A leader in the field of health psychology, Dr. Rosen has helped hundreds of people in his research and clinical practice to start exercising. His approach to an exercise habit is based on science, but he does not talk psychology from the armchair only. Dr. Rosen relies on lessons from his patients and personal experience as a competitive athlete. Dr. Rosen is the author of the self-help book: “How to make yourself exercise. Creating a lasting habit.”
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Rachel Kodanaz is a heart-minded professional helping her audiences to Embrace Life’s Challenges. Rachel has been speaking passionately to national audiences for over 20 years, addressing all aspects of change, growth, and acceptance that comes with embracing life challenges.
Rachel has published numerous articles and has appeared on Good Morning America. Her books, Finding Peace, One Piece at a Time: What to do with yours or a loved one’s personal possessions, best-selling Living with Loss One Day at a Time, and Grief in the Workplace have received international acclaim.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Kari Rogenski is Director of the Hummingbird Project by Sage Eldercare Solutions. Kari combined her passion for eldercare and the creative arts by becoming a licensed marriage and family therapist and registered drama therapist working with elders. She is also co-creator of Joyful Moments: Meaningful Activities to Engage Older Adults. She is a proud advocate for the importance of finding and embracing joy throughout life.
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Mary Marita is Senior Vice President and COO at Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging. She has 22+ years of executive and administrative leadership in the aging field including long-term care and community-based organizations and is a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator. In 2012, Marita was recognized by Crain's in the 40 Under 40 awards and was honored as a YWCA Woman of Professional Excellence.
Lisa Weitzman is the Benjamin Rose Institute Care Consultation Manager of Business Development. She holds an LISW-S license and Dementia Care Specialist certification. She has a passion for social justice and the social determinants of health as they pertain to older adults aging well in the community
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Greg McIntyre is VA Certified and an Elder Law Attorney based in North Carolina. He became a lawyer to fight courtroom battles which he did for years. However, after working in an environment where the focus was always on the next billable hour, he started McIntyre Elder Law practice because he was interested in being more than just a lawyer. Greg was interested in making a difference in his clients’ lives.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Louise Aronson is a geriatrician, writer, educator, and professor of medicine at the University of California, San Francisco where she directs UCSF Medical Humanities. A graduate of Harvard Medical School and the Warren Wilson Program for Writers, Dr. Aronson has received the Gold Professorship in Humanism in Medicine, the California Homecare Physician of the Year award, and the American Geriatrics Society Clinician-Teacher of the Year award. She is the author of the PEN America debut fiction award finalist, A History of the Present Illness, and the forthcoming non-fiction Elderhood: Redefining Aging, Transforming Medicine, Reimagining Life.
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Dale Drury is with Senior Care Services Group and has been navigating senior’s financial care for 10 years. He assists the senior community with health and wealth preservation and protection. His joy is helping families achieve peace of mind when they no longer have to worry about their parent’s money running out.
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Leigh Hilton is an attorney and Accredited Estate Planner and has helped over 6,000 families protect the assets that they leave to loved ones from divorce, creditors, lawsuits and predators. She is the author of the books “Who Gets Your Stuff When You Die”, “You’re Not Alone: Living with Alzheimer’s Disease” and “You’re Not Alone: Living as an Alzheimer’s Caregiver."
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Bill Diles is an audiologist and 4th generation hearing care professional. Bill and his wife Christine, who is also an audiologist, own 5 clinics in Sonoma County California. Besides running the local clinics, Bill consults with private practices around the country representing the family business known as Pivot Hearing. Bill is often a guest speaker at regional and national meetings. His passion is bringing optimal hearing solutions to those who suffer from hearing loss.
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Attorney Daniel J. Umlauf is a noted speaker on estate planning. Born in Texas, he attended Texas A&M University before meeting his wife in Switzerland and following her back to North Carolina. He was introduced to estate planning and elder law in law school at Wake Forest University when he wrote a grant to help small farmers in North Carolina who were losing family farms in part due to poor estate planning. He began his own firm, Salem Law, in 2010, and practices exclusively in the areas of estate planning, probate, guardianship, and elder law. Daniel serves as a Deacon at Salem Presbyterian Church, and is the Vice President and President-Elect of the Stratford Rotary Club.
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Cate Steane leads an organization by the name of Make It Happen Preparedness Services. She enables businesses to outsource emergency preparedness planning & training.
Cate spent 12 years practicing law, representing the City of Oakland Hills Fire litigation, training in Community Emergency Response Teams, Wilderness First Aid, & project management.
She spent over 20 years leadership in risk management, facilities and human resources responding to the Loma Prieta Earthquake, Oakland Hills and Wine Country Fires.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
In 1983, Dr. Josef Arnould opened Strength for Life® Health & Fitness Center, in which he integrates the healing arts of exercise, nutrition, and chiropractic as completely as possible. In 2005, he authored Stronger After 40, a 600-page text on strength training for adults from 40 to 100.
Now in his ?Os, Dr. Arnould released two new books on exercise in 2018: Neck Strength for Life and Abdominal Strength for Life. In March 2019, Morgan James published his latest book, American Diet Revolution!
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Dr. Michael Weisberg has been a practicing gastroenterologist for over 28 years in Plano, Texas. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology.
He has been recognized as a ‘Super-Doctor’ by Texas Monthly and named to D Magazine’s list of best doctors eight times. Dr. Weisberg also serves as a board member of Digestive Health Associates of Texas.
The Hospitalist was Dr. Weisberg’s first novel. He also did a TED talk based on ‘how the art of medicine has become a business in the 21st century’. We’ll be discussing his second novel, which is called In The End.
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Phyllis Ayman is an Eldercare Consultant, Advocate, Speaker and Speech & Language Pathologist who brings an insider's view into the nursing home industry after working in 40+skilled nursing/short-term rehabilitation facilities for over 25 years. Phyllis is the author of “OVERDUE Quality Care for Our Elder Citizens”, published February 8, 2019and her first book “Nursing Homes to Rehabilitation Centers…What Every Person
Needs to Know” was published in December 2017.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
After a successful 35-year Wall Street career, James P. Owen found new purpose in being an author, inspirational speaker, and social entrepreneur. His book, Cowboy Ethics, a best-seller with more than 150,000 copies in circulation, and two follow-up volumes, Cowboy Values and The Try, put a spotlight on the importance of shared values and personal character in our society. Jim’s books and speeches also launched a grassroots movement that has reached thousands of businesspeople, educators, students, and parents around the country. Now Jim has expanded his focus, becoming a passionate evangelist for fitness as a way of life. Jim shares this message in his newest book, Just Move: A New Approach to Fitness After 50.
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Attorney Roy Johnston practices estate planning, real estate law, and business law. He received his Juris Doctorate from Empire College of Law, and his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Wyoming. He is an active member of the Probate Section of both the California State Bar and the Sonoma County Bar Association.
A spirited mother and civic activist, Martha Maddux had just turned 50 when she was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's in 1997. Her husband Carlen was a career journalist, editor, and magazine owner in the Tampa Bay area who also was Martha's primary caregiver for 17 years. Carlen is the author of the book, A Path Revealed: How Hope, Love, and Joy Found Us Deep in a Maze Called Alzheimer's
Carlen Maddux joins us on Boomers Today.
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Carmen Davailus Buck creates magic with images helping us stand out in the world. She left her career as a nurse practitioner to document the lives of families impacted by dementia and authored Just See Me-Sacred Stories from the Other Side of Dementia. She is a consultant and photographer for businesses and individuals who want to leave a remarkable legacy. She uses photography as an Alzheimer's Advocate knowing less fear = more love, compassion and kindness.
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Sherry Cormier, PhD is a psychologist, consultant and public speaker. Formerly on the faculty at the University of Tennessee and West Virginia University, she is the author of Counseling Strategies and Interventions for Professional Helpers and coauthor of Interviewing and Change Strategies for Helpers. She has co-written and co-produced more than 50 training videos for Cengage Learning. Her new book is Sweet Sorrow: Finding Enduring Wholeness After Loss and Grief.
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Ty Takayanagi is VP of Marketing at Triple W, an innovator of connected health devices, and the company developed DFree®, the first wearable device for urinary incontinence. He has an extensive background in consumer tech with industry leader, Sony.
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Lisa Marsh Ryerson is president of AARP Foundation, the charitable affiliate of AARP. A bold, disciplined and collaborative leader, she sets the Foundation’s strategic direction and steers its efforts to realize an audacious vision: a country free of poverty, where no older person feels vulnerable. Since she took the helm, AARP Foundation has developed pioneering initiatives, explored new avenues for collaboration, and secured unprecedented funding to support programs that truly change lives.
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Millie Abrams has worked in the senior living and telecommunications industries for over 20 years. Millie joined Brookdale Senior Living Corporate in March of 2015 and works closely with Brookdale’s business development, marketing, cross-functional teams, executive leadership and strategic partners to build strategies that optimize program experiences.
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MITCHELL I. KITROSER is the founding managing attorney of Kitroser and Associates, a south Florida law firm focusing on elder law, estate and trust administration and litigation, guardianship and Medicaid planning. He is AV rated by Martindale Hubbell, the highest possible rating for an attorney.
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Katlyn Clifton is an Aging Educator and Death Doula in the greater Nashville, TN area. She currently sits as the Executive Director of CT and M, which is an independent retirement campus that strives to add intentional strategy and positivity for a more successful journey of aging.
Carole Hirsch is a board-certified patient advocate and owner of Prepare to Care – Emergency Companions. Carol has her
MBA in Emergency Planning and has spent 24 years of
advocating for Seniors.
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Lisa Marsh Ryerson is president of AARP Foundation, the charitable affiliate of AARP. A bold, disciplined and collaborative leader, she sets the Foundation’s strategic direction and steers its efforts to realize an audacious vision: a country free of poverty, where no older person feels vulnerable. Since she took the helm, AARP Foundation has developed pioneering initiatives, explored new avenues for collaboration, and secured unprecedented funding to support programs that truly change lives.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Dr. Stephanie Gray is the author of the bestselling book “Your Longevity Blueprint” and the owner of the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic based in Hiawatha, Iowa where she practices.
From gut to hormone health, optimizing your nutritional status to your genetics, and even detoxing the body, Stephanie is
excited to share her expertise with the world.
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Christopher MacLellan is the founder of The Whole Care Network and has written a powerful and compelling book, "What's The Deal With Caregiving" that informs caregivers about how to deal with the challenges they will encounter, regardless of sexual orientation, family situation or age.
Chris and his partner, Richard Schiffer were chronicled in a Pulitzer Prize nominated story “In Sickness and In Health: A Couple’s Final Journey” about their journey of caregiving.
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Don Tiegs joined the ECA Marketing Team as a Life Insurance Wholesaler in January of 2015 after having eight years of experience as a field agent. This experience is evidenced in the relationships he builds with the insurance agents he supports as well as his own client base. He holds his Life, Accident and Health; and Property and Casualty insurance licenses.
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Dr. Michelle Dhanak is an MD and has been in clinical practice for almost 25 years as an Internist and Geriatrician. Dr. Dhanak has extensive experience caring for people living with dementia. She believes in a holistic approach and the importance of partnering with patients and their families. Dr. Dhanak joined the ElderConsult Team in 2017.
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Annamarie Pluhar, founded Sharing Housing, Inc. a nonprofit organization to promote the idea of shared housing for adults and to teach people how to find and keep good housemates. She is the author of Sharing Housing, A Guidebook for Finding and Keeping Good Housemates which gives a step by step process for screening potential housemates. https://sharinghousing.org
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Shira Gill is the founder of Shira Gill Home, a lifestyle consultancy with a "less is more" philosophy. She offers on-site and virtual home organization, as well as online resources to help you design a clutter-free life. Since founding her company, she has transformed hundreds of homes across the United States and her work has been featured in Parents Magazine, Sunset Magazine, C Magazine, Apartment Therapy and more. You can visit her at www.shiragill.com.
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Dr. Joseph Christiano is a naturopathic doctor, certified nutritional counselor and certified nutritional health professional and has spent more than 50 years both personally and professionally in natural health, including: exercise/diet, pain management, anti-aging and stem cell therapies and treatments. He is the best-selling author of Bloodtypes, Bodytypes and YOU and His new book, Stem Cell Revolution, describes how stem cell therapies, treatments and activators are becoming game changers in the world of natural health.
personally and professionally in natural health, including: exercise/diet, pain management, anti-aging and stem cell therapies and treatments. He is the best-selling author of Bloodtypes, Bodytypes and YOU and His new book, Stem Cell Revolution, describes how stem cell therapies, treatments and activators are becoming game changers in the world of natural health.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Kathy Shoaf is a Travel Expert with 20+years of clinical and management experience in Geriatric, Rehabilitation, and Neurology as an RN and ATP (Adaptive Technology Professional).
Her passion is founded in overcoming challenges such as mobility deficits, memory issues, pain, and the simple reality of walking more slowly.
Kathy is uniquely qualified to understand travel challenges and create rational solutions. Her passion is to deliver, Safe, Fun, Adventures that can be Multi-generational or Single experiences.
Dr. Travis Zigler is an optometrist and entrepreneur. Travis and his wife Jenna have been actively involved with Volunteers for Optometric Services to Humanity, which is a group that travels worldwide to give eye examinations to people who cannot afford nor obtain such care. They have made trips to Ecuador, Peru, and Jamaica twice, and have plans to participate in future missions. Dr. Travis Zigler is on a mission to end preventable blindness.
During his career, Dean Zellers has been a Financial Advisor, Estate Planner and independent producer to offer clients access to all types of Insurance Policies. His expertise today lies in Health Insurance and the nuisances of Medicare where he has been advising families on for over 20 years and is one of the top selling agents in Northern California for Medicare Advantage plans.
Lyn Widmyer is the author of Chasing Pills: I Must be Old, I Have a Pill Dispenser is a humorous guide to overcoming the pitfalls of aging—like unwanted body noises and the fear of dementia.
For the past 15 years, she has shared humorous thoughts and observations about living on a farm, parenting, travel, serving as an elected official and growing older. Her columns have appeared in various newspapers around West Virginia and Maryland.
Michelle is an entrepreneur with a passion for social impact. She built and runs an international organization transforming health and the economy through the science of Nutrigenomics. Her passion is helping people biohack the aging code, extend health span and live this one incredible life we have been given to make a difference in the world and live your greatness.
Fred Bartlit is a trial lawyer considered by Chambers USA Legal Rankings 2017 as, "arguably the best trial lawyer in the United States."
He is also the only trial attorney to have been selected by two U.S. Presidents from two different parties for representation on cases. Fred co-founded StrongPath.com and co-authored Choosing the Strongpath--both created to educate adults on how strength training can help combat disease.
Christopher Sarantopulos has been in the insurance industry since 2004 and well versed in all lines of insurance, auto, home, commercial lines, employee benefits, life and disability. In recent years, Chris has been specializing in life and disability insurance, offering life insurance with chronic, critical and terminal illness riders.
Steve Moran is a celebrated publisher, writer and speaker who is known for his passion and commitment to the field of senior living. Through Senior Housing Forum, an extremely popular blog in our field, he takes on the tough topics that most others won't. More importantly, he elevates our field by talking about the positive contributions individuals and organizations are making to improve the lives of elders and team members.
Dr. Thelma Reese, author of The New Senior Woman: Reinventing the Years Beyond Mid-Life, and also wrote The New Senior Man to satisfy the numerous requests from men who wanted their own book. She is the creator of the blog, www.ElderChicks.com, and is a retired professor of English and Education.
Pete Shrock is Co-Founder & Chief People Officer at Legacy Navigator and for the past 15 years, Pete has served as an emotional first responder in situations of grief, trauma, and crisis both locally and on a national level. His early contributions in social work led to a 10-year career as the Chief Program Officer for Comfort Zone Camp, a bereavement camp for children. Most recently, Pete partnered with Craig Shealy and Matt Paxton to create Legacy Navigator, a full-service estate management company. Pete brings a deep understanding of the grief that accompanies death or other difficult transitions like downsizing or divorce. In 2017 Pete was named one of Richmond’s Top 40 Under 40.
Eliezer Sobel is the author of one of the first series of books designed for Alzheimer’s and dementia patients: Blue Sky, White Clouds: A Book for Memory-Challenged Adults and is also the author of numerous other books, blogs for PsychologyToday.com.
Eliezer is first and foremost a son: his mother is 94 and currently in her 18th year of Alzheimer’s, and his late father passed away at 93 following a Traumatic Brain Injury and subsequent dementia after falling down a stairwell. Eliezer and his wife Shari Cordon moved in with his parents that same night and have managed their care ever since.
Lynne Lancaster’s career spans the creation of two companies dedicated to bridging the generational divide. She is an award-winning keynote speaker, a teacher, trainer, writer, and frequent expert commentator in the media. Lynne is co-author of the best-seller When Generations Collide: Who They Are. Why They Clash. Her most recent book, The M-Factor: How the Millennial Generation is Rocking the Workplace garnered a gold medal from the Axiom business book awards for its portrayal of this newest cohort.
Elizabeth A. Landsverk, M.D. is a triple board-certified Geriatrician, Internist and Palliative care physician, with extensive experience in addressing complex medical and psychosocial issues in the older individual. Her expertise is addressing complicated medical and psychological conditions, with particular emphasis in dementia and agitation, helping her to improve systems of care for the most challenging patients.
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Emma Pearson, Editorial Director at Franchise Business Review interviews Frank Samson, Founder of Senior Care Authority. He discusses the growth of the senior placement services sector as well as how gratifying, both on a professional and personal level, it is to help seniors and their families. The site can be viewed at www.SeniorCareAuthority.com/franchise
Ira Pastor is the Chief Executive Officer of Bioquark Inc., a life sciences company, a company involved in the regeneration and repair of human organs and tissues. Ira has over 30 years of experience across multiple sectors of the pharmaceutical industry including pharmaceutical commercialization, biotech drug development, managed care. He also sits on the Board of various companies focused on regenerative healthcare interventions and is a member of the Executive Council of the World Academy of Medical Science.
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For the past 9 years, Lee Mowatt has been watching, studying, and writing about how we age as a culture and as individuals. His is the producer of a podcast titled "The Inner Game Of Aging," which was initially started as a research tool for his upcoming book - "Mastering Your Aging Process." Lee's passion and energy for changing the perception of aging inspires a fresh approach as we watch ourselves get older.
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Carolyn Hobbs, LMFT, nationwide private practice based in Durango, Colorado for 35 years, International Author, Workshop Leader, Therapist & former College Professor. Carolyn has been a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist since 1986.
Carolyn is the Author of 'JOY, No Matter What: Make 3 Simple Choices to Access Inner Joy" and her new book is "FREE YOURSELF: 10 Life-Changing Powers of your Wise Heart."
SPONSOR: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Jon Braddock is an entrepreneur, author, speaker and the founder and CEO of My Life and Wishes, an education and digital planning platform with a mission to help at least one million families become “thoughtfully prepared” for the inevitable, their own death.
Jon was featured on MSNBC and is also a regular contributor to Success.com, Inc.com, and Business Insider. He is the author of “Advisor or Vendor”, “RetireEase” and the “My Life and Wishes Organizer” and his most recent release, “Click Here When I Die” is an Amazon Best Seller.
SPONSOR: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Lisa Cini is an award-winning, internationally-recognized senior living designer with more than 25 years’ experience.
Lisa is also the Founder of www.BestLivingTech.com, think Sharper Image meets AARP! She searches the world for the best products to Embrace Living as we age. Her design company, Mosaic Design Studio, is the nation’s leading provider of design services for senior living.
"Busy in Business" Podcast with Adam Clatsoff & Brian Leonard interviews Frank Samson, CEO of Senior Care Authority. Frank discusses with Adam and Brian how the changes in family structure affect senior care and how that creates an opportunity for franchises that serve the senior care market. Frank explains the business model of Senior Care Authority and how franchising works.
Rebecca Hahessy graduated Cum Laude from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor’s degree in Child Development and Family Relations and a concentration in Gerontology and Psychology. Rebecca has been working in the not for profit field for 15 years and in the medical arena more than 10 years. Currently, she is the Program Director at the American Parkinson Disease Association, South Florida Chapter. She manages all their support groups and health and wellness activities and is responsible for providing education, assistance and resources to the community.
Lola Fraknoi is the creator of an Art Kit for people with memory loss and a professor of art in the Older Adult Program at the City College of San Francisco, and at the Older Adult Lifelong Learning program of San Francisco State University. With more than 25 years of experience in the aging field, Lola is trained as a professional artist and has always found ways to bring art, music, and creativity of all kinds into the programs she has led.
www.arttimeprograms.com
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Steve Villa started a niche company in the senior market, referred to as senior placement or referral. The model is now growing nationwide. Steve talks about senior placement and why his service is benefiting so many families.
Sheila Malkind has worked in the field of Aging for 50 years and started Legacy Film Series, a company distributing and renting short films on aging. She discusses aging, how elders are looked at and the mindset of seniors.
Mike Miles is the Executive Director with Dallas Area Parkinsonism Society where he works with very dedicated professionals, a strong and caring Board of Directors, and to lead a phenomenal group of volunteers to make a significance difference in the lives of others. Mike discusses both the challenges and advancements with Parkinson's Disease.
Denette Mann is a licensed professional counselor based in Dallas who integrates mindfulness into her counseling practice. This is reflected in the name of her website: LivingBetterWithMindfulness.com. Her belief is that mindfulness can help baby boomers with stage of life issues which Denette will tell us more about.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Dr. Michael Weisberg has been a practicing gastroenterologist for over 23 years in Plano, Texas. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. Dr. Weisberg also serves as a board member of Digestive Health Associates of Texas.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
S. Jay Olshansky received his Ph.D. in Sociology at the University of Chicago in 1984. He is currently a Professor in the School of Public Health at the University of Illinois at Chicago, Research Associate at the Center on Aging at the University of Chicago and at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, and Chief Scientist at Lapetus Solutions.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Rob Novick is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience working with adults and seniors, specifically in the mental health industry in Dallas, TX. Rob started Full Circle Advisors, which is dedicated to assisting individuals and families with mental illness, as well as planning and preparing for the care of aging loved ones.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Amy Panza has her Doctor of Pharmacy and has held many positions within the profession that has fueled her entrepreneurial spirit. She saw the growing need for patients to have an informed and complete knowledge of their medications and created MedFormation. Throughout her career, Amy has seen firsthand the dangers that exist in the pharmacy marketplace. Amy has always risen to the top in her industry because being a pharmacist is not only her career, but her passion.
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Marypat Habermas is a Doctor of Pharmacy and a Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, Certified MTM pharmacist. She has 20 year history of older adult medication expertise and specializes with older adults, diabetes, fall risk reduction, hospital admission risk reduction and nursing home admission risk reduction.
Marypat is a clinical pharmacist who works with older adults to ensure medications are safe, effective, and optimal for individual health.
Sherry Picker, MSW is has been working in Elder Care Services for 15 years. Her background includes counseling, support group facilitating, Geriatric Care Management and she currently works in Home Care at Paradise Home Health Care and All the Best (Medicare Agency). She is also a volunteer with the South Palm Beach County Chapter of the National Parkinson Foundation.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Paul Hynes is a Certified Financial Planner, and after 22 years at a large Wall Street investment firm, Paul left to form HearthStone, a Private Wealth Management firm.
Paul is a member of the Financial Planning Association (FPA), National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA), and the Estate Planning Councils of San Diego and North County. Paul has set up a website and blog called Senior Safe & Sound. The goals are to educate and protect seniors while helping prevent the incidence of elder financial abuse.
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Gloria Dunn-Violin spent 25 years in the workplace providing services in training, coaching, and consulting in the field of Organizational Development and Behavior, and was a professional speaker through her own business: Wiser Ways to Work. She also authored a book, From Making a Living to Having a Life. Her book on the other side of that journey is, Revivement: Having a Life After Making a Living.
Dr. Emilia A. Ripoll, M.D. has practiced urology and urologic oncology in the Denver metro area for more than 25 years. As an American Urological Association Foundation Scholar, Dr. Ripoll researched genetic predisposition and the role of proto-oncogenes in the development of prostate cancer.
Mark B. Saunders is a writer, editor, publisher, public speaker, and 11-year prostate cancer survivor. As an “active surveillance” patient, instead of receiving traditional treatments like surgery or radiation, Mark dramatically overhauled his lifestyle, and the cancer became undetectable — and hasn’t returned since.
Nadine Roberts Cornish founded The Caregiver’s Guardian, LLC in 2009. She has an extensive background in public health education and served as an independent consultant for 15 years with California’s Department of Health Services where she provided expertise on some of the state’s most innovative social marketing campaigns. Nadine’s most important role was as a 15 year caregiver to her mother. Those experiences were the catalyst for her inaugural book, “Tears In My Gumbo…The Caregiver’s Recipe for Resilience.”
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Deborah Myers is the Founder and Director of Health at Your Fingertips and works with people who want to feel healthier, be stronger and increase their vitality. She is passionate about empowering others to live in a balanced and healthy way. In her private practice, she assists individual clients in their search for stress reduction, pain relief and healing. Deborah is a Certified Acupressurist and Jin Shin Jyutsu practitioner and has been seeing clients for over 20 years.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Sara Zeff Geber has a Ph.D. in Counseling and Human Behavior and is the founder of LifeEncore. She is also a certified retirement coach and a recognized expert in motivating baby boomers to plan for the next phase of life.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Kimberly McGhee is an elder law attorney who focuses her practice on advocating and protecting her clients’ best interests. She possesses a broad range of experience in the areas of estate planning, elder law, long-term care planning, asset protection, retirement planning, banking, real estate and legal ethics. She is a member of the State Bars of California and Nevada and a Board member of the Southern California National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.
www.TheAgingBoomers.com
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Jane Wolf Waterman is an attorney that practices psychotherapy. For decades she’s counseled individuals and families to successfully resolve their biggest challenges – be they emotional loss, practical, relational or stage of life. She discusses parenting your parent and many of the issues and challenges related to this stage in life.
Sponsor: www.seniorcareauthority.com
Bridget Mackay has been practicing law for over 20 years. She spent 10 years as a Deputy District Attorney and then began her own practice in Estate Planning and Medi-Cal (Medicaid) Benefits Planning. She is a member of the American Association of Estate Planning Attorneys, National Association of Elder Law Attorneys, California Association for Nursing Home Reform.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Author Clay G. Small, a former Senior Vice President and Managing Attorney for PepsiCo Inc.
He is a professor at SMU (Southern Methodist University) located in Dallas, Texas. He teaches classes within the Cox School of Business and is also a member of the Law School Executive Committee. Clay has also carved out time to write his first novel, "Heels Over Head."
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Carol Giuliani is the founder of Senior Travel Companion Services, LLC, a business providing customized trip planning and travel escort for individual seniors or couples. She is a former attorney with 34 years of experience as a caregiver and 23 years as a professional fiduciary and guardian for the elderly.
Sponsor: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Neal Mallam is a Regional Manager for the Medical Air Services Association (MASA), a pre-paid medical transportation solutions provider. He has been an EMT Firefighter and airline pilot prior to joining the MASA team.
Janet Bryant is the Director of Operations for MASA Medical Transport Solutions, a division of MASA Global. Janet has been influential in spreading the word to baby boomers across the country concerning
the potential gaps in their insurance coverage, whether through private insurance or Medicare, in regards to Emergency Medical Transportation.
Sponsor: Senior Care Authority www.SeniorCareAuthority.com
Marlena Hemenway is the Director of three residential care homes in the Twin Cities of Minnesota by the name of Geneva Suites’, which provides assisted living in small, family settings for seniors. Marlena has been an influential person at The Geneva Suites due to her strong customer service coupled with her creativity and strong empathy for seniors.
Dr. Alexander Peralta is a pharmacist and a physician as well as the Chief Operating Officer for Peralta Enterprises. He is also President of Palliative Medicine Consulting Services and Chief Medical Officer and Director of Palliative Care Services for Compass Hospice in Dallas and Director of Palliative Care for Prestonwood and Denton Rehabilitation and Nursing Centers.
After 12 years of successfully treating neurological and other disorders as a Physical Therapist and an Occupational Therapist, Ed Gray and his wife, Jodi, opened a clinic in Boynton Beach, FL, then a second clinic in Boca Raton and branded both clinics as Florida Movement Therapy Centers for Excellence. Ed has become a nationally recognized lecturer and noted expert in the field of movement disorders.
Emma Pearson, Editorial Director at Franchise Business Review interviews Frank Samson, Founder of Senior Care Authority. He discusses the growth of the senior placement services sector as well as how gratifying, both on a professional and personal level, it is to help seniors and their families. The site can be viewed at www.SeniorCareAuthority.com/franchise
Sponsored by www.SeniorCareAuthority.com - S. Jay Olshansky received his Ph.D. in Sociology at the University of Chicago in 1984. He is currently a Professor in the School of Public Health at the University of Illinois at Chicago, Research Associate at the Center on Aging at the University of Chicago and at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, and Chief Scientist at Lapetus Solutions.
Sponsored by: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com David Cronin has been involved in elder care institutional services for 47 years. He was born into the health care industry since both his parents were Registered Nurses, and they opened a highly regarded skilled nursing facility in Orinda, CA in 1967. David received his Hospital Administrator’s license and worked in that capacity until the facility was sold in 2014. Since that time he has been involved with Indeelift, a human floor lift, designed to pick people up off the floor and avoid injury after a fall.
Sponsored by: www.SeniorCareAuthority.com Cheryl Jones is the host of the radio show Good Grief. She is also a grief counselor, cancer educator and is Manager of Professional Education at the Women’s Cancer Resource Center (Oakland, CA), where she developed, manages and teaches in their Continuing Education program.
Jennifer Harris and Jeremy Knopow each have over 20 years of design and consumer product experience. Inspired by the mobility needs of their parents to design and engineer a new device that would enhance the end user’s lifestyle, they are the founders of Motivo.
motivolife.com
Karin Kidd RN, BS, Co-leader for the greater northern bay area for the organization "Compassion & Choices.” Karin has been a registered nurse for 45 years with a focus Oncology, Reconstructive surgery, Medical Ethics and Palliative care.
Dennis Pocekay, MD, MPH practiced at Kaiser Permanente in the Bay Area for 28 years, is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, Preventive Medicine, and Occupational Medicine.
For more information contact:
Stefanie Elkin selkin@compassionandchoices.org
Dr. Benjamin A. Bensadon is a licensed clinical geropsychologist, Associate Director of the Internal Medicine Residency Program’s Geriatrics & Palliative Care rotation, and Assistant Professor of Clinical Biomedical Science in the Department of Integrated Medical Sciences at Florida Atlantic University’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine.
Stan Goldberg, PhD, is Professor Emeritus of Communicative Disorders at San Francisco State University, and author of the new book, Loving, Supporting, and Caring for the Cancer Patient (Roman & Littlefield, October 2016). He is a prolific award-winning writer, editorial consultant and recognized expert in the area of cancer support, end-of-life issues, caregiving, chronic illnesses, aging and change.
Wendi Burkardt is the CEO and co-founder for Silvernest (www.silvernest.com), an online home sharing service for the 50+ crowd that is redefining the meaning of “roommates.” Silvernest uses the power of technology to tap into the sharing economy and offer an “aging in place” alternative – so older homeowners can stay in the home they love longer and renters can more easily find a home to love as they age. Wendy is going to be talking to us about a term called Gerontechnology.
Sponsor: Senior Care Authority (www.SeniorCareAuthority.com)
Nicole Rennie is regarded as an expert in the realm of older adult fitness and has over 20 years of experience as a Physical Therapist and is a Geriatric Certified Specialist in physical therapy.
Sponsor: Senior Care Authority (www.SeniorCareAuthority.com)
Board-certified general surgeon Bardia Anvar, M.D. is founder and president of Skilled Wound Care in West Los Angeles. Through his leadership, Skilled Wound Care has grown from a small practice to the nation’s leading wound care group servicing nursing homes throughout the U.S. His expertise includes Medicare compliance, wound dressing selection, chronic wound care, remote electronic medical recording, and delivery of mobile health care services.
Sponsor: Senior Care Authority (www.SeniorCareAuthority.com)
Denette Mann is a licensed professional counselor based in Dallas who integrates mindfulness into her counseling practice. This is reflected in the name of her website: LivingBetterWithMindfulness.com. Her belief is that mindfulness can help baby boomers with stage of life issues which Denette will tell us more about.
Bruce Graf is going to expand our knowledge on the growth and popularity of Aging-in-Place. Bruce is a third generation contractor and is certified by NARI, the National Association of the Remodeling industry and is a National Association of Homebuilders Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist. He and his team work on a variety of home remodeling projects.
Robert Hall is a noted author, consultant and speaker on relationships. His book is This Land of Strangers: The Relationship Crisis that Imperils Home, Work, Politics and Faith. As co-founder and CEO of an international relationship management firm, he consulted for over 20 years with major corporations on customer and employee relationships. Ernst and Young named him a finalist for Entrepreneur of the Year. He has authored more than 100 published columns, articles, and research studies on the topic of relationships. Robert helps us connect-the-dots on the larger narrative around our society-wide relationship crisis. He is a regular contributor to the Huffington Post.
Dr. Sonia Mosch is a Board Certified Clinical Neuropsychologist (by the American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology) working in the Twin Cities for the past 15 years doing diagnosis and treatment of dementia. In addition to dementia, her specialties include MS, Parkinson’s disease, Concussion, and Sports/Performance Psychology.
Dr. Huntington Potter is Professor of Neurology, member of the Linda Crnic Center for Down Syndrome and Director of the Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Disease Center at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. He is devoted to studying the mechanistic relationship between Alzheimer’s Disease and Downs syndrome.
Dr. Josh Luke is a best-selling author, healthcare futurist, thought-leader and international motivational speaker. He is an experienced hospital CEO, health system Vice President and nursing home administrator. He is regarded as a "futurist" on the Affordable Care Act and how it will shape the continuum of care.
Dr. Josh Luke is a best-selling author, hospital CEO, healthcare futurist, thought-leader and international motivational speaker. He is an experienced hospital CEO, health system Vice President and nursing home administrator. He is regarded as a "futurist" on the Affordable Care Act and how it will shape the continuum of care.
Deborah Richman is the Vice President, Education and Outreach for the Alzheimer’s Association Minnesota-North Dakota. She is certified as an Activity Consultant/Educator with the National Certification Council of Activity Professionals (NCCAP) and is certified by the Alzheimer’s Association to offer Foundations of Dementia Care.
Michael Molland is a highly rated trial attorney and elder advocate committed to ensuring that elders and their families are treated fairly by those they trust with their health and money. He uses his trial skills as a corporate lawyer to help the most vulnerable in our communities: seniors and the families who care for the them.
Dr. Michael Weisberg has been a practicing gastroenterologist for over
23 years in Plano, Texas. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and
Gastroenterology. Dr. Weisberg also serves as a board member of Digestive Health Associates of Texas.
Nina Angela Downie has been a practicing Physical Therapist since 2003.
Prior to that work in cardiac rehabilitation, neurologic rehabilitation with specialties in spinal cord injuries, stroke and brain injury.
Bridget Mackay has been practicing law for over 20 years. She spent 10 years as a Deputy District Attorney and then began her own practice in Estate Planning and Medi-Cal (Medicaid) Benefits Planning. She is a member of the American Association of Estate Planning Attorneys, National Association of Elder Law Attorneys, California Association for Nursing Home Reform.
Carolyn Hobbs is an Author, Licensed Therapist, Lecturer, Workshop Leader and College Professor who is passionately committed to giving people quick, practical ways to bring freedom and inner peace into their busy lives.
Sherri Snelling founded and currently serves as CEO of Caregiving Club, a consulting service and digital content company focused on the nation’s 65 million family caregivers.
She is the author of A Cast of Caregivers – Celebrity Stories to Help You Prepare to Care and is a contributing columnist on caregiving for PBS Next Avenue, Forbes.com, Huffington Post and USA Today.
Odell Glenn is an author and a public health advocate for asthma, Alzheimer’s disease and traumatic brain injury related diseases. Odell is also a minister and currently the community outreach coordinator for the “South Carolina Diversity Program.”
Peggy Martin has been in the financial services industry since 1977. She is with Family Wealth Consultants, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisory Firm as a Wealth Manager and with Legacy Planning Across Generations. She currently holds the role of CFO for the Morgan Hill Branch of the American Association of University Women.
Ryan McEniff is the owner of Minute Women Home Care, a private home care company located in Lexington, MA. Started in 1969, by his Aunt, Ryan purchased Minute Women in 2011 after caring for his mother in her battle with cancer. During that time Ryan experienced how home care and hospice help families and decided to help others the way his family was helped.
After working within the healthcare industry for over 15 years as a senior-level executive for Amgen and Merrill Lynch, Sherwin Sheik found himself the go-to person to solve many of the problems his
family was encountering in caring for two family members.
Out of this challenging time, Sherwin decided there had to be a better way and he founded CareLinx in 2011. CareLinx's mission is to improve the accessibility and affordability of quality home care.
Elece Hempel, is Executive Director of Petaluma People Services Center. PPSC is dedicated to improving the social and economic health of our community by providing programs that strengthen the dignity and self-sufficiency of the individual.
In 2012 she was honored by the North Bay Leadership Council with the “We’re All in this Together, Community Building Award”; and was named California Woman of the Year for 2014, Assemblyman Marc Levin, representing Assembly 10th District. Senator Wolk, 3rd District representative also named her California Woman of the Year 2015.
Jude Bijou, MA, MFT, is a respected psychotherapist, professional educator, and workshop leader. She discusses how to best deal with the fact that families can’t help but experience emotions when through the aging process together including emotions of sadness, anger, and fear.
Michael D’Agostino is the Founder/ Owner of MDCaregiving, a caregiver training and medical equipment resource. Michael is also a licensed Occupational Therapist and has been a practicing therapist for over 16yrs in various settings including: Skilled Nursing, Acute Rehab, Assisted Living, and Home Health Therapy for nearly five of those years.
Valerie Richards is a certified Advance Care Planning Facilitator and provides education for the community to improve understanding and interactions with the person with dementia, and coaching for families to help them maintain their relationships in a positive way.
John Grayson Heide is the author of new book called "The Flight of the Pickerings." It’s a soulful love story about aging and dying. John has dedicated the book to people all over the world who are dealing with end of life issues. John discusses his vision of a future society where individuals are naturally granted the right of self-determination and always guided by a deep love of life.
Ronnie Genser founded Bereavement Navigators to help widows, widowers, adult children, and other relatives who have lost a loved one, in hopes that her knowledge will make this process and the journey ahead easier for them.
Susan Miedzianowski, PhD, CPC, CSA, has more than 45 years of experience in the healthcare industry, and in her educator role focuses on the philosophy that education should always be a fun, experiential, empowering and meaningful process. Susan received her PhD in Human Services at the age of 63.
Vickie Dellaquila is a Certified Professional Organizer and the owner of Organization Rules®, a company specializing in residential organizing, working with the chronically disorganized, senior downsizing, move management services and clients who have issues with hoarding.
Debbie Rosas is the creator and co-founder of the global fitness and lifestyle practice, Nia, which is based upon The Body’s Way: a system used to live, move and feel great at any age. She is the author of The Nia Technique and Non-Impact Aerobics. Her work is featured in over 800 publications and used by over 65,000 people weekly in over 51 countries, taught by 2600 teachers.
Martin Pazzani is the Founder of Act!vate Brain & Body, a revolutionary approach to fitness for the baby boomer generation that is focused on radically improving the trajectory of aging to enable people to live happier, healthier, and longer lives. Check out Martin's run up the Empire State Building to raise funds for the Challenged Athletes Foundation at http://goo.gl/ME92eh
Gloria Bernard has been designing residential and commercial interiors for over 35 years. She brings her expertise, style and passion to support aging with dignity.
Gloria is also a college instructor for Interior Design. This keeps her current with today’s trends, technology, and social issues that affect seniors.
Valerie Richards is a certified Advance Care Planning Facilitator, family coach and educator to improve understanding and interactions with the person with dementia.
Rachelle Lavalier has worked in various roles in Senior Care throughout the years, including some therapeutic approaches there were to treating Alzheimer’s and other forms of Dementia. She took that knowledge into sales and marketing and currently works in that role at Brookdale Senior Living, a Specialized Alzheimer’s and Dementia care community.
Trisha Torrey is an author, speaker, and patient advocacy consultant. With a background prior to her advocacy work in teaching and marketing, in 2009 Trisha founded AdvoConnection.com, a directory that helps patients and caregivers find private patient advocates who can help them get the good healthcare they deserve. She discusses patient advocacy and the future of our health care system.
Olivia Mastry is the founding partner of The Collective Action Lab, a unique collaborative forum that fosters cross-sector, systems and social change in the health, older adult service and disability arenas. As part of her work, Olivia is guiding Dementia national collaboration involving public and private Friendly America (DFA), a national collaboration
organizations seeking to foster dementia friendly involving over 50 public and private organizations communities across the U.S.
Ken Rader is Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Pacific Modern Homes, a company having a series of Pre-Engineered home plans that are designed for Aging in Place, helping transition people throughout all of life's stages. Ken discusses about new developments in this growing market.
Susan Macaulay lived in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, for 18 years. She had a successful business as a public speaking coach and trainer. Like many people who care for loved ones with dementia, Susan Macaulay was drafted into a role she never imagined she would be doing. She left what she loved behind to care for her mom who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Four years later, Susan is still getting on with it…
Phil P. Lindsley is a widely recognized elder and special needs law attorney. His practice is limited to Medi-Cal and public benefits planning, special needs planning, "Life Care" planning, asset protection, probate and trust administration, and conservatorships and their alternatives.
Victoria Collier founded The Elder & Disability Law Firm of Victoria L. Collier, P.C. to serve the legal needs of senior citizens when their health care needs increase. Victoria is a Certified Elder Law Attorney through The National Elder Law Foundation and has been named as “Fellow” of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA). She is the author of 47 Secret Veterans Benefits for Seniors and Paying for Long Term Care – Financial Help for Wartime Veterans: The VA Aid & Attendance Benefit.
Mike Good is the founder of Together in This, an online resource helping family members caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or other dementia. Through short, informative articles and easy-to-use tools, such as his Introductory Guide to Alzheimer’s, he helps caregivers take control and have peace-of-mind that they are doing the right things.
Lisa Dougherty is the founder of the Medical Fitness Network, a volunteer driven organization providing a free national fitness and health care referral service for those with (chronic) medical conditions, including but not limited to: Alzheimer's, Arthritis, Cancer, Diabetes, Fibromyalgia, Heart Disease, Mental Disorders, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, Pre & Postnatal Care, Respiratory Disease and Stroke.
David Stitt is Chairman and CEO of EnterAct Software, LLC, a firm dedicated to providing comprehensive financial planning tools and services to professional financial planning firms.
His writings are published by Prentice Hall in “The Expert’s Guide to Managing and Marketing a Successful Financial Planning Practice," and most recently authored “Federal Income Tax for Age 65 and Older” used in the Certified Senior Advisor certification study materials. David has also hosted a radio talk show, “Money Talks.”
After a 30-year career as a writer, photographer and video maker, Bonnie Durrance has spent hundreds of hours interviewing people about their lives and work and what’s important to them.
Now, Bonnie is a Certified Life Coach, writer, photographer and director of The Story Comes First® a company dedicated to helping people to tell and share the stories that have changed their lives.
Holly Eide, Area Manager for HealthStar Home Health and Lori La Bey, founder of Alzheimer’s Speaks, are dedicated to providing education and support for those dealing with Alzheimers disease and other dementias. They also discuss on new movie on the subject matter, titled "His Neighbor Phil."
Mike Miles is the Executive Director with Dallas Area Parkinsonism Society where he works with very dedicated professionals, a strong and caring Board of Directors, and to lead a phenomenal group of volunteers to make a significance difference in the lives of others. Mike discusses both the challenges and advancements with Parkinson's Disease.
Steve Wagner is the founder of Rightcare Foundation and has a mission of enhancing senior care with respect to resuscitation. Steve has a passion for senior care and the need for education of immediate resuscitation through training at Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing locations.
John Dornheim has had a distinguished career in non-profit and fundraising. John is currently doing consulting and volunteer work with several companies and nonprofit organizations, including Green Oaks Hospital, National Alliance on Mental Illness, Mental Health America of Dallas and APAA (Association of Persons Affected by Addiction. John discusses mental health issues facing boomers, the elderly and our society.
BJ MILLER, MD, has been the Executive Director of the San Francisco’s Zen Hospice Project (ZHP), a unique residential home for palliative approach to end-of-life care, since 2011. BJ, along with his staff and volunteer caregivers, has been providing individuals and their loved ones the comfort, connection, and healing that are much needed by the healthcare system.
Michele Sanchez has worked for the past 23 years with the senior population. She discusses a program she developed, a therapeutic, research-based Memory Enhancement Program that has expanded from one location to nine locations throughout St.Johns County ,Florida.
Shelley Wagner RN-BC has over 30 years of psychiatric nursing experience in a variety of settings including inpatient, outpatient and community, public health, and case management. She discusses the key differences between various types of mental illness and dementia.
Amie Taggart Blaszczyk, Pharm.D., CGP, BCPS, FASCP, is an Associate Professor of Geriatric Pharmacy Practice and the Division Head of Geriatrics at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Pharmacy. She discusses the various types of medications that can have both positive and negative effects for the treatment of dementia.
Shannon Mackenzie has extensive hands on experience in home health care leadership and discusses the benefits of memory screening, memory cafes and the Retrogenesis Theory for those with dementia.
Jane Wolf Waterman is an attorney that practices psychotherapy. For decades she’s counseled individuals and families to successfully resolve their biggest challenges – be they emotional loss, practical, relational or stage of life. She discusses parenting your parent and many of the issues and challenges related to this stage in life.
Leslie Brown and Renee Baribeau have spent several years in the geriatric industry and together provide expertise in the areas of nursing, rehabilition, patient liason, health and wellness. They discuss rehabilitation and the benefits of a Transitional Care Unit (TCU).
Seth Sternberg is the Co-Founder & CEO of Honor. Prior to Honor, Seth was the Co-Founder and CEO of Meebo, which brought instant messaging to the web. At 200 people and $50M in revenue, reaching close to half the US internet population, Meebo was acquired by Google. Seth discusses utilizing his knowledge in technology and combining it with in-home care.
The Walk to End Alzheimer’s, the Alzheimer’s Association signature fundraising event is held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide. We learn about Alzheimer's, other types of dementia and more information on this important event.
Steve Sisgold is a successful Author, Speaker, Trainer and Executive Coach and has spent the pst 25 years studying and teaching the relationship between beliefs held in the body and success. Steve highlights his new book, "Whole Body Intelligence" and how to best manage stress.
Sheila Malkind has worked in the field of Aging for 50 years and started Legacy Film Series, a company distributing and renting short films on aging. She discusses aging, how elders are looked at and the mindset of seniors.
Phillip P. Lindsley is the senior attorney and founder of San Diego Elder Care Law and a Certified Elder Law Attorney and Certified Legal Specialist, Estate Planning, Trusts and Probate. He discusses several issues including Veteran's long-term care benefits, Medicaid/Medi-Cal, Life Care Planning and spousal protection. Very educational!
Lori Alford is the Chief Operating Officer for Avanti Senior Living, which owns, develops and operates senior living communities that empower older adults while providing freedom of choice and sophisticated living that defy conventional standards.
John Lehman has created vintage music for memory therapy for both groups and individuals. He discusses why this type of therapy has been so effective for the elderly.
Ian Kremer became the LEAD Coalition’s (Leaders Engaged on Alzheimer's Disease) executive director in 2012, and has worked on dementia policy for nearly two decades. He discusses what our society faces and what is being done about this growing disease.
Shirley Krohn has devoted a major part of her volunterrism career being a Senior Assembly Member with the California Senior Legislature. In this capicity, she has written legislation around elder financial abuse issue and has successfully had five signed into law. She discusses this important subject of helping to protect seniors from financial abuse.
Osteoporosis will be responsible for approximately three million fractures and $25.3 billion in costs each year, effecting 1 in 2 women and 1 in 4 men. Dr. Phil Dieter talks to us about Osteoporosis, risk factors and prevention.
Kim Butrum, SVP of Clinical Services at Silverado, discusses the development of NEXUS, a new program created specifically to help residents in the early stages of dementia build and maintain cognitive ability.
Jeff Zimmerman is the founding principal of Zimmerman & Associates and has has led the planning and design of more than
10,000 dwellings in communities throughout the United States and Canada, collecting numerous national and local awards. Jeff discusses the past, present and future of senior living.
Remar Sutton’s Washington Post column on health was syndicated by United Features in many of the nation’s top 100 newspapers, including the Los Angeles Times, The Dallas Times Herald and The Miami Herald. He will discuss and explain why people in the Blue Zones reach age 100 at 10 times the average rate.
Gay Powell Hanna, Ph.D., M.F.A., an arts administration leader with 30 years management experience in the arts, education and health related program services, is the executive director of the National Center for Creative Aging (NCCA). Dr. Hanna talks to us about Creative Aging, the current state of arts and aging in America today and NCCA's Creative Caregiving initiative.
Patricia Spilman is a Neuroscientist with over 20 years of experience in neurodegenerative disease research has devoted her career to the discovery of an effective treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease. She discusses how more people could prevent the onset of cognitive decline.
Matt Gurwell is the founder & CEO of Keeping Us Safe, LLC and currently lectures throughout the United States on topics related to the aging process and its adverse affects on driving skills. Matt discusses strategies and guidance for seniors that will help them to continue driving safely until the decision is made to retire from their driving career.
Carol Marak is an advocate for older adults and family caregivers by writing on tough topics like chronic issues, senior care and housing. She discusses the misconceptions of aging.
Catherine Thurston holds a masters degree in social work andis the Senior Director for Services and Training at Services & Advocacy for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender Elders (SAGE), where she oversees all social services and community-based programming. Catherine has overseen the launches of both the nation’s first federally-funded National Resource Center on LGBT Aging as well as the nation’s first senior center devoted to LGBT older adults.
Paula Scoglio was a member of the Palliative Committee which created protocols for palliative sedation and drugs and became experienced in the hospice side of palliative patients. She now have a position with Optimal as a Clinical Nurse Liaison and community educator.
Laurie White has been a dementia specialist for 30 years, discusses her new book, "Coping with Behavior Change in Dementia: A Family Caregiver's Guide." She discusses the challenges for both spouses and adult children to communicating with their loved one with dementia, but why it is so necessary.
Susan Frazier, BSN, MA, has over 25 years of nursing experience with a predominant concentration in the field of gerontology and Alzheimer’s/dementia care. Susan discusses the Green House Project which assists elders and others enjoy excellent quality of life and quality of care.
Carolyn Rosenblatt, RN, Attorney, Mediator has over 40 years of combined experience in her professions of nursing and legal practice. She has worked extensively with geriatrics and legal issues of aging. Carolyn has also authored her new book, "The Family Guide to Aging Parents :Answers to Your Legal, Healthcare and Financial Questions." A must listen to!
Kay Bransford created a system that would help families organize important documents, accounts and assets as well as navigate some legal roadblocks. She discusses these as well as her book, MemoryBanc: Your Workbook to Organizing Life.
Mara Maitlin Botonis is the Author of the booke, "When Caring Takes Courage." She is also a Speaker, Alzheimer's Family Caregiver Advocate and Alzheimer's Awareness Supporter. Mara discusses interactive tools for caregivers.
Dan Ritchie, PhD and Cody Sipe, PhD have been at the forefront for over 15 years of developing innovative, effective and science-based training programs for their older clients. They share their unique philosophies, techniques and insights on fitness.
Dr. Joshua D. Luke is a seasoned hospital CEO, and Founder of the National Readmission Prevention Collaborative and author of the Best Selling Book of the Year on Readmission Prevention. Dr. Luke discusses this subject as well as the future of our health care system.
Gordon Kesier is a health researcher, author and communicator. discusses what can happen when you discover what makes us sick, fat and old and set about making life style changes to allow the body to fix itself.
The latest research confirms that there is a lot we can do to boost our memory and keep our brains young. Dr. Gary Small and Gigi Vorgan’s discuss their newest book, 2 Weeks to a Younger Brain which translates the latest brain science into practical strategies and exercises that yield quick and long-lasting benefits.
Tina Cheplick has been registered nurse and certified case manager in the field of geriatrics for over 30 years. She discusses several issues including how the boomer generation looks at aging compared to previous generations.
Stacy Lynch began specializing in aquatic therapy in 2005 and was integral to the first published case review on Aquatic Therapy and Alzheimer's Disease. He continues to work with the development of Aquatic Programs for Residents with Dementia in the Long Term Community and discusses the expansion of his program.
Gene Lennon from Right At Home, an experienced Home Care Agency, discusses important points you need to understand before hiring and agency or individual caregiver. A must listen to!
Carolyn Hobbs is an Author, Licensed Therapist, Lecturer, Workshop Leader and former College Professor. Carolyn discusses how Boomers can hold their fears around aging, body pains and limitations, and loss of faculties in Compassion.
Mary Hulme is the founder of Moonstone Geriatrics and has over 18 years of experience working in the fields of geriatrics, dementia and healthcare advocacy. She recently co-authored an e-book called “The Home That Watches Over Your Parents: Activity Tracking Home Sensor Systems," a new technology to help keep seniors safely at home. Mary talks about both geriatric care and when it also may be prudent to consider a home sensor system.
Janet Valencia has been a Registered Nurse for 20 years and owns two 6-bed residential care homes in the SF Bay Area. She also became president of 6Beds, Inc., an advocacy group for adult and senior residential care. Janet discusses the advantages of these homes for many seniors as well as the challenges they face to stay profitable.
Brian May has a heart to help seniors and their families which led him into the Life Settlement industry. Learn how families can pay for a loved one's care by actually selling a life insurance policy. A must listen to!
Over a period of more than 25 years, Dr. Jim McCabe has assisted hundreds of families in the areas of eldercare and long term care planning. He discusses some of the challenges and solutions of long-distance caregiving.
Martin Pazzani is a corporate executive turned entrepreneurial CEO who is in process of re-engineering the fitness business as upstream preventive healthcare for ages 50+. A must listen to!
Carolyn Brent is a nationally acclaimed author, speaker and caregiver advocate, and she lectures throughout the country about the importance of adult siblings and their parents having what she calls “crucial conversations” in preparation for the end-of-life issues they may face.
Jill Dellich discusses Validation Therapy, which teaches that by allowing a dementia patient some measure of control will aid in self-worth and will reduce the occurrence of negative behaviors. A must listen to!
In 2005, Bob Miess had a massive heart attack and the doctors and nurses worked frantically to keep Bob alive after he that had already killed part of his heart. Bob underwent a year-long intensive program at Health Coach Training, and shares what he learned about living after a heart attack in a respectful, gentle, caring, and effective way.
Karl and Katherine Winkelman, who are the owners of Senior Care Authority in the South Bay of Northern California, not only discuss their business but also talk about working together as husband and wife...a must listen to!
Christina Irving is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Family Caregiver Alliance, providing individual, supportive counseling to family caregivers in their various caregiving roles. Christina discusses some of the innovative technology available to assist caregivers in caring for their loved ones. She even provides websites to go to learn more!
Dinah Bailes began working in assisted living in the assisted living industry in 1985 and received national recognition in 2008 for forming the Assisted Living Federation of America in Tennessee and successfully advocating for resident centered regulations. She was also honored as Executive Director of the year with the California Assisted Living Association in 2011. Dinah discusses the past, present and future of assisted living.
Dr. Eric Freitag is a licensed clinical psychologist and an expert in the assessment and treatment of dementia, traumatic brain injury and sport concussion. He discusses brain capacity, different types of capacity and how capacity is evaluated.
Laurie White has been a dementia specialist for 30 years and discusses some of the challenges facing families in caring for a relative with memory loss. She also talks about some of the behaviors, causes and strategies to try.
Andy Cohen is the CEO of Caring.com and discusses many of the issues we face in an aging population and whether those providing services to this group are prepared for what's to come.
Curtis Golden is a Senior Electronic Life Consultant and Silicon Valley professional with over 25 years of experience in computer technology and training. He discusses how he helps seniors gain an understanding with today’s technologies.
Jim Hurley, franchise owner of Home Instead Senior Care, discusses some recent trends going on with In-home care and also provides advice on selecting the best caregiver for your loved one.
Teepa Snow has over 33 years experience in geriatrics and a strong and varied clinical and teaching background. She has presented over 350 programs each year for the past 6 years to a wide variety of audiences across the continent. Teepa discusses Lewy Body Dementia, compares it to Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia and talks about the diagnosis to managing symptoms to treatment options. A must listen to!
Tami Anastasia M.A., is an author, health and wellness counselor, Alzheimer's caregiver support group facilitator and exercise specialist for people of all ages, sizes and fitness levels. Tami discusses the ways to help people break through the barriers that prevent them from achieving their goals.
Virginia Morris, an award winning jounalist and author of "How to Care for Aging Parents," discusses many tips on best communicating with an aging parent, including discussions on in-home care, moving and driving. A must listen to!
Frank Samson and Marcy Baskin reflect on the past year of work done for seniors, their families and others. They discuss the love of what they do and appreciation to those in the senior care industry.
Paul Harlin, founder of Lift and Accessibility Solutions, works closely with elderly and disabled clients to allow them to maintain a comfortable lifestyle in their home. Paul provides advice as to the recommened steps regarding the design and installation of equipment, creating a safe environment for you the elderly.
Lois is the Director of Geriatric Care Management at the Law Office of Roy W. Litherland, an estate planning and elder care law firm and author of the book "What to do with your Stuff." Lois discusses the process and decisions about personal possessions as you age.
Mickey Batsell discusses long-term care financial options in this informative interview. He is an experienced financial industry professional, specializing in long-term care and surrounding issues including Medicare, Medicaid, home healthcare, nursing homecare, wealth transfer, and the selection of long-term care facilities.
Tiffany Matthews is the founder of Live Better Boomer!, providing Healthcare Access & Advocacy Services. She explains how Boomers and others can get the best healthcare experience by teaching them to advocate for themselves.
Pamela Spahr, the creator of the “Caregiver’s Survival Toolkit” ebook, discusses behavioral techniques to effectively manage those with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
Larry Storti owns a Hallmark Homecare affiliate company, an organization that assists families through the process of hiring their own caregiver. Larry discusses the differences of the traditional home care agency model versus hiring a caregiver.
David Knepler, Sales Director of Drake Terrace (part of Kisco Senior Living) discusses the choices that exist in Senior Living, from the over 55 independent living communities all the way to full-service care communities.
Robert L. Kane, MD directs the University of Minnesota's Center on Aging and has authored 31 books and more than 480 journal articles. Dr. Kane discusses the future of long-term care and helping to prepare family caregivers.
When holidays are approaching, peoples thoughts are often accompanied by difficult feelings such as depression, frustration and anxiety. Jude Bijou, MA, MFT, a respected psychotherapist, professional educator and workshop leader, discusses nine simple and practical ways to make for a saner holiday.
What was born from a restaurant napkin scribble, Boomeon has grown into a full-fledged online community. Bill Murphy, founder of Boomeon discusses this how it started and continued expansion.
Dr. Samuel Gontovsky led the development of the Cognitive Therapeutics Method and in-home activities program for people with cognitive deficits. A must listen to!
Dr. Stephen Cain has focused his studies and his practice on brain health and performance. He discusses approaches to creating and strengthening the most important connections in your brain.
Carolyn Hobbs is an author, therapist and teacher and discusses blending Buddist wisdom with Body-Centered Therapy in her new book, "FREE YOURSELF: 10 Life-changing Powers of Your Wise Heart.
Though the far majority of people want to live the rest of their lives at home, statistics show that will not become reality. Harriett Tramer, a journalist, college instructor and author discusses the best ways families should deal with this.
Jeffrey D. Bernstein is a Researcher in the Stanford Center for Memory Disorders Stanford School of Medicine, Department of
Neurology and Neurological Sciences. Jeffrey discusses his work with volunteers and patients in current studies. For more info, go to www.neurology.stanford.edu/labs/kerchnerlab
Steve Villa started a niche company in the senior market, and the model is now growing nationwide. Steve talks about senior placement and why his service is benefiting so many families.
Steve Sisgold is a stress management, peak performance expert and author of the book, "What's Your Body Telling You?" Steve discusses how best to manage your stress through body intelligence.
Viki Kind is a clinical bioethicist, medical educator and hospice volunteer. She discusses with us about important issues with health care directives as well as best ways to approach family conversations regarding care and end-of-life.
Bob Nations is the CEO of Senior Helpers based in Napa, CA and discusses some of the challenges and solutions in receiving assistance to help pay for in-home care.
Ann Kositsky, a Nurse Practitioniner specializing in Geriatrics and dementia care, discusses types of dementia helping distinguishing the differences between normal forgetfulness or signs of dementia.
Vanessa Kettler is an experienced educator in the field of fall prevention and balance improvement. She discusses the ways to help seniors improve their balance and prevent having falls.
Award-winning journalist Beth Baker discusses the future of boomer retirement living and efforts of new ways of banding together to help each other through old age.
Why are Death Cafes opening up all over the country? Karen Van Dyke talks about how these cafes help to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their lives.
G. Allen Power, M.D. is the author of the groundbreaking and award winning book "Dementia Beyond Disease." Dr. Power joins us on The Aging Boomers once again and discusses another eye-opening interview on how to improve the lives of people with dementia and those who care for them.
Jude Bijou is a resepected psychotherapist and professional educator. She discusses her award winning book, Attitude Reconstruction, a system for navigating around emotional roadblocks.
Richard Forhez, CEO of OptionOne Care at Home, discusses the various in-home care options and provides his expertise to families who are looking to hire a private caregiver or an in-home care agency.
Gerald Kiner is the author of "How to Eat, Live & Play After Age 40: Key Principles for Protecting the Most Precious Years of Your Life." He encourages people to live holistic lives which is the key trait most super centenarians possess.
WebCam Physical Therapy is an innovative concept practiced by Nina Angela Downie. She provides consultation and modified therapy sessions without the client ever having to leave the comfort of their own home. A must listen to!
Marilyn Brown Ross is a reverse mortgage specialist and discusses the main reasons seniors would consider taking out a reverse mortgage including turning the equity in their home into tax free income without having to sell.
Mark Nilsson is the Executive Director of Sonoma Hills Retirement Living and discusses options for seniors who want live independently in a location which offers amenities, activities, and other services.
Carolyn Rosenblatt, attorney & registered nurse and Dr. Mikol Davis, clinical psychologist, are co-founders of AgingParents.com and have helped resolve family conflicts since 2006. They discuss causes of these conflicts and ways to prevent them.
Sanford Horowitz is an attorney who has concentrated almost all of his practice on Elder Abuse and Neglect Litigation. Mr. Horowitz discusses how family members should interact with ownership and staff in order to ensure best outcomes for their loved ones at assisted living communities, residential care homes and skilled nursing facilities.
Jamie Watson is an Elder Law Attorney with Gaw Van Male, specializing in Estate Planning, Medi-Cal Planning, Veteran's Benefits and Special Needs Trusts. He discusses the importance of having a well-drafted, Power of Attorney.
Roy Litherland is an attorney and has practiced law for the past 38 years with emphasis on elder law, special needs,and estate planning. He discusses how to qualify for government medical benefits legally and ensure their estates are preserved for their families, instead of their nest egg being wiped out by high nursing home expenses.
Adult Day Programs, a/k/a adult day care, can be beneficial for the senior and also provide the needed break for family caregivers. Amy Andonian, Vice President of Home Care & Support from the Institute on Aging (IOA), discusses about how family caregivers can successfully transition older loved ones into adult day programs.
Nancy Proctor has had more than 20 years experience in hospice and Geriatric care. She explains why someone would benefit from hospice, what the eligibility is and how these services are paid for.
Shelley Dombroski and Mindy Wright discuss the early warning signs of dementia and Alzheimer's, how to get support and how to get involved with the Alzheimer's Walk in your area.
When Plato was asked to sum up his life’s work, he simply stated, “Practice dying.” Judith Redwing Keyssar, author of "Last Acts of Kindness," talks about her extensive experience in the field of palliative care--providing nursing experience along with emotional and spiritual guidance. A must listen to!
A Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) is a specialist in their respective field but have supplemented their knowledge by understanding the multiple processes of aging. Curtis Petersen joins us from the Society of Certified Senior Advisors to tell us more.
Dr. Ethelle Lord, a pioneer in Alzheimer’s coaching, discusses the newly formed International Caregivers Association (ICA), creating a revolutionary dementia-care program that will reduce the cost of caring for patients with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias while simultaneously improving their quality of life.
Christopher Westfall is an expert on Medicare, Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement insurance and trains agents nationwide. He provides an excellent explanation of these options and talks about the effect the Affordable Health Care Act will have on Medicare.
Albert DeSilver, owner of Visiting Angels homecare in the Bay Area, discusses important safety tips in keeping seniors safe, especially during hot summer days when seniors are more prone to heat stroke and heat-related stress.
Janice Fincher and Andy Block with Opes Advisors have together 48 years experience in the real estate and mortgage industries. They present a clear understanding of reverse mortgages and how this may be a good option for you to have access to money in your later years.
Fred Weinberg reinvented himself in his 50's, 60's, 70's and now is still very active in his 80's. A remarkable story about someone who never gave up and has made a great contribution to society.
William H. Fisher, CEO of the Alzheimer's Association's largest chapter located in Northern California and Northern Nevada, discusses what effect Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia are having on our country and the steps being taken to help in preventing this disease.
S. Jay Olshansky, Ph.D., is an author, professor and worldwide expert on the subject of an aging. He discusses recent research on aging and how you can get a much better idea of your life expectancy.
Sheri Snelling, author and nationally recognized expert on family caregivers, discusses tips to assist those part of the "sandwich generation," those responsible for raising their own children and for the care of their aging parents.
Marcy Baskin, CSA, is a Certified Senior Advisor, Elder Care Manager and an author. She discusses the types of questions families should ask when considering assisted living or a smaller care home for a loved one.
With about 20 percent of the boomer population not having children, who is going to take care of this aging population? Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, PhD, focuses on the notion of “solo aging” and the caregiving options that are available to those who have chosen to remain childless.
Daniel Zwilling, PhD discusses unimaginable opportunities that could become reality in helping to cure psychiatric disorders and nuerodegenerative disease including Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.
Mary Radu is a life coach and contributing editor to "Live Smart After 50! The Experts Guide to Life Planning for Uncertain Times." She discusses keys to being healthy and happy as we get older and enter the second half of life.
Erik Aho, JD, CFE, provides forensic accounting services focusing on embezzlement, fiduciary misconduct and elder financial abuse. He answers many of the questions regarding managing your parents' money.
Katheryn Mehl Miller, PhD, communicates to seniors that you're never too old to love and be loved. Through some of her own experiences, she discusses her new book, "Love Comes at Twilight: A Love Story for Seniors." She talks about intimacy, losing a loved one and coping with health issues.
When a parent or other loved one gets to the point where driving is not safe anymore, it becomes very difficult for adult children to take the keys away. Learn what to do and how to keep your loved one safe.
If you're thinking about Long-term care insurance or just want to learn more about it, Leslie Whiting provides an easy to understand explanation to the benefits and trends of LTC Insurance.
Dr. Andrews-Zwilling discusses more about dementia, Alzheimer's and what to expect in the coming years. She has established her own research program to develop drugs that block the detrimental effects of apoE4 on nerve cells in collaboration with Dr. Robert W. Mahley at the Gladstone Institute.
Joy Loverde is recognized as one of the leading experts on successful aging and eldercare. She discusses important points of her best selling book, "The Complete Eldercare Planner," reflects the depth of her understanding and compassion for the needs of older Americans.
Learn more from Kira Reginato what an Elder Care Manager does and how they can assist with some of the challenges that families are faced with as parents and other loved ones age.
Marc Mendelsohn is considered one of leading experts in the country in healthy & affordable solutions for safe and independent living and discusses this very subject.
About 70 percent of individuals over the age of 65 will need some sort of long-term care services during their lifetime. Between 2000-2010, there was a 68 percent increase of deaths attributed to Alzheimer's disease. Costs are skyrocketing. Frank Samson will discuss what you need to know should this need arise within your family.
My guest, Art Maines, is a Licensed Professional Counselor and expert in frauds and scams against the elderly. Art is the author of Scammed: 3 Steps to Help Your Elder Parents and Yourself. A must listen to if you want to help prevent a loved one get scammed.
Bob Nations, CEO of Senior Helpers in the North Bay of Northern California discusses what to look for when hiring in inhome care organization or caregivers.
Francine Toder is a psychologist, emeritus university faculty member, writer, lecturer and author of three books. She discusses her research which shows that fine arts may be the best way to stimulate the brain and how those 60 years and older can rediscover themselves through the arts.