Your Senior Living Questions Answered: Recent Episodes
MBK Senior Living
We're here to answer all of your burning questions about senior living! What is it, who is it for, and who are the faces behind the operation?
Celebrate love with us in this special Valentine's episode as we welcome Roberta and Lee Strouse, a charming couple from McDowell Village in Scottsdale, AZ. From their unique courtship to saying "I do" at the height of COVID, their love story is one for the ages. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation filled with resilience, romance, and the power of love in unexpected times.
In this episode, Kristi Walter and Piper Daniels are joined by Jonathan Stucker, Regional Director of Sales for MBK Senior Living’s Arizona and Washington communities. Jonathan shares invaluable tips for families and potential residents on what to ask and look for during senior living tours. From understanding care needs and exploring social opportunities to evaluating dining options and assessing staff qualifications, this episode provides a comprehensive guide to making informed and confident decisions. Plus, hear Jonathan’s heartfelt success stories and advice for creating a fulfilling life in a senior living community.
Join hosts Kristi Walter and Piper Daniels for a heartwarming episode of Ageless Explorations, brought to you by MBK Senior Living. This month, we’re diving into the magic of the holiday season in senior living communities!
Our special guests, Angel Albanez, Director of Sales, and Erica Guerrero, Director of Wellness Programming at McDowell Village, share stories of togetherness, festive traditions, and the joy of celebrating with residents and team members. Discover how senior living enhances the holiday experience with meaningful connections, uplifting events, and a shared spirit of giving.
We’re excited to share our latest podcast episode, Seniors Giving Back, featuring three incredible guests from The Creekside in Woodinville, WA! Join us as Marty Scoplitte, Director of Sales, sits down with residents Jeanne Redmond and Anne Powell to explore the impact of community service among seniors.
In this heartfelt episode, Jeanne and Anne share inspiring stories of giving back through local initiatives that bring joy, purpose, and a profound sense of connection. This conversation reminds us that seniors are invaluable to community service, showing the ripple effect of kindness and the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others.
Tune in to hear more about how small acts of kindness can transform communities and enrich lives. We hope you’ll find this episode as uplifting as we did!
In this episode of Ageless Explorations, hosts Kristi Walter and Piper Daniels dive into one of the most rewarding aspects of life in senior living communities—the joy of forming new friendships. Special guest Connie Burton, a resident from Chancellor Gardens, shares her personal experiences with making meaningful connections through the Adventurer’s Club and other community events. Together with Brittany Blanch, MBK Fit Assistant Instructor at Chancellor Gardens, they explore the emotional and physical benefits of friendships for seniors, how communities foster these bonds, and offer advice for seniors looking to build new relationships later in life. Tune in for heartwarming stories and insightful tips on the importance of friendship in enhancing well-being at every stage of life.
In this episode, we are joined by MBK Senior Living's fitness extraordinaire Donal McGraw. Donal discusses and demonstrates ways seniors can improve their balance for better support with standing, getting out of chairs, walking, and other movements.
In this episode, Kristi Walter and Piper Daniels sit down with Diana "Dee" Engle, Vice President of Health and Wellness at MBK Senior Living, to discuss the sensitive topic of navigating difficult family conversations about senior living. They emphasize the importance of starting these discussions early and involving seniors in the decision-making process. Dee shares valuable insights on approaching these conversations with empathy, managing family dynamics, and understanding when assisted living or memory care is the right choice. This episode is packed with practical advice and resources to help families through these challenging decisions.
Values. We hear a lot about values from a corporate perspective, but how do we actually live and breathe these values, and what exactly do we mean? We are joined by The Palisades at Broadmoor Park's Executive Director, Fran Capritta, and The Bellettini's Executive Director, Brian Prouty, to discuss the values that are important to our MBK communities and the ways in which we exemplify them.
This month, we are honored to welcome a remarkable guest who epitomizes lifelong learning and innovation. Pat Archibald, a resident of The Reserve at Thousand Oaks, is a dedicated technology educator with a passion for teaching. Despite being in her 80s, Pat has embraced modern technology and is committed to helping others harness its potential. Join us as we explore Pat's journey with technology, her experiences as a teacher, and the invaluable insights she has gained.
Unlock the complexities of dementia and gain invaluable insights with our special guest, Eric Portnoff, on our latest podcast episode. Join us as we delve into understanding the behaviors associated with dementia, exploring the intricacies of this condition and its impact on individuals and their loved ones. From coping strategies to fostering empathy, this episode offers a compassionate and informative discussion aimed at shedding light on a topic often misunderstood. Tune in as we navigate the nuances of dementia with expertise and empathy.
It's spring and we're thinking about spring cleaning! This episode of Ageless Explorations focuses on downsizing tips for seniors. MBK Senior Living's Kristi Walter chats with special guest Connie DeLost from The Montera about how to make downsizing easier and some of the amazing resources available to you.
The debut episode of the Ageless Explorations Podcast, "Ageless Explorations: Spring Into Active Living," dives into the concept of ageless exploration and its role in promoting active living among seniors. Hosted by MBK Senior Living's Kristi Walter with special guests Vice President of Health and Wellness, Dee Engle, and VP of Sales and Marketing, Becky Price, the episode explores the vitality, longevity, and cultural exploration that aging can offer.
In this episode, Regional Director of Sales Jonathan Stucker discusses his tenure at MBK Senior Living, and why he has proudly called MBK his forever company. Listen to insight from a team member's perspective on why MBK Senior Living is a leader in the industry for residents and team members alike.
In this episode, Memory Care expert Eric Portnoff discusses all things dementia and memory care. Eric provides invaluable insight for family members struggling to communicate with a loved one who has dementia, and how to navigate challenges that may arise.
In this episode, MBK Fit Director Donal McGraw delves into the importance of exercise, particularly for seniors, and common obstacles that seniors face when introducing exercise into their routine. Today's episode will get your blood pumping and motivate you to get out of your chair!
MBK Senior Living strongly believes that happy team members = happy residents. So, how do we recruit and retain those outstanding team members? Special guests Ashley Furtado, Director of Talent Acquisition and Kirsten Van Holt, Learning and Development Specialist, discuss this topic and more on today's episode.
On today's episode we have special guests Dan Williams and Autumn Wright, Regional Directors of Health and Wellness, providing insight on the care services that MBK Senior Living provides, and how we prioritize the health of our residents beyond medication management.
On this episode, we are joined by MBK Senior Living's National Director of Dining Services, Matt Perez. Matt is in charge of all things food in the world of MBK and shares his passion and vision for a healthy, flavorful, and beautiful future for the dining experience in senior living.
At some point, you've probably asked yourself this question. On this episode, we welcome Jennifer Crick, LVN, Nurse Manager of the Allen Flores Consulting Group, to help us answer this question! MBK Senior Living partners with the Allen Flores Consulting Group to provide clinical care for its residents.
On this episode, we welcome Susan McKeever, MBK's Organizational Development and Leadership Consultant to discuss MBK's Executive Director in Training (EDIT) program. The MBK EDIT program is MBK's programmatic commitment to providing a clear path for career advancement for every team member. Part of MBK's Principles and Core Values is creating Inspired People, which is a daily commitment to ensure team members feel supported and encouraged in their job. Because we ultimately know that happy team members equals happy residents.
If you've ever wondered what goes into renovating a senior living community, this episode is for you! On this episode, we are joined by Roger Green, Vice President of Development and Renovations, Jonathan Lorenzen, Senior Project Manager, and Kevin Hanlon, Renovation Project Manager. They discuss all things renovating and remodeling an MBK community and why we invest so heavily back into our properties.
We welcome back Diana "Dee" Engle, Vice President of Health and Wellness at MBK Senior Living, to continue the conversation about senior living. In this episode, we discuss the impact of having a loved one with care needs on the family, both emotionally and financially, and how families can be actively involved in the care of their loved ones should they decide to move-in to a senior living community.
Join us for an in-depth conversation with senior living wellness expert and overall wonderful human being, Diana "Dee" Engle. Since the recording of this episode, Dee has been promoted to Vice President of Health and Wellness at MBK Senior Living. Dee is not only passionate about senior health and wellness and an advocate for those with memory loss, she is incredibly knowledgeable and has decades of experience serving seniors and their families. You won't want to miss this episode.
On this episode, we delve deeper into MBK's roots, specifically our Japanese roots and explore the philosophy of Yoi Shigoto further. Learn what drives MBK Senior Living.
Welcome to Your Senior Living Questions Answered, the MBK Senior Living podcast. We're hear to answer your burning questions about senior living: what it is, what it's really like, what does a day in the life of a senior living resident look like, and who are the team members that make it all happen.