Informed Aging

Episode 62: Social Security

Mark Hendelson 407-451-5089 [email protected] www.ssa.gov

Episode 61: Finding a Cure

www.charterresearch.com Clinical Trials Finder ‘RSSVERIFY’

Episode 60: Assistance for Aging Veterans

Kim Lee, Flourish In Place VA Aid and Attendance   877-222-8387 RSSVERIFY

Episode 59: Dementia Insights

Joshua Freitas The Dementia Concept Joining Grandma's Journey Dr. Bill Thomas Changing Aging Tom Kitwood Dementia Reconsidered: the person comes first

Episode 58: Shopping for Assisted Living and Memory Care

Premier Senior Consultants Phone: (407) 703-7022

Episode 57: Help at Home, what Medicare will (and won't) cover

Amy Anglin 407-421-0373 https://www.pinnaclehomecare.net/ Kepro Consumer Reports article on Medicare Advantage Plans

Episode 56: Gift Ideas

These links aren't meant to endorse any particular product but are a way to guide your shopping. Please do your research and shop smart! Digital photo frames Reviews Example of a digital photo frame Article on using Alexa with seniors NY Times Birthday Book Magnifying Glass with Light Magnifying Glass worn around the neck Article on recording your family member's memories Reviews on Robot Vacuums Reviews on Key Finders Blanket Poncho 200 Conversation Starters for Grandparents Temp...

Episode 55: Ageism

Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center

Episode 54: I've Fallen, and I Can't Get Up

Dr. Amber Steckel ByrdNest PT

Episode 53: Fall Prevention (and making friends with the floor)

Dr. Amber Steckel ByrdNest PT The Beers Criteria for Potentially Inappropriate Medication Use in Older Adults Medications linked to falls

Episode 52: Trouble Sleeping

Patti Cantillo-Kodzis, NP, sub-investigator for ClinCloud Clinical Research

Episode 52: Trouble Sleeping?

Patti Cantillo-Kodzis, NP, sub-investigator for ClinCloud Clinical Research

Episode 51: Preparing for Emergencies

Patti Cantillo-Kodzis, NP, sub-investigator for ClinCloud Clinical Research Florida Do Not Resuscitate Order 

Informed Aging Episode 50: One couple, one diagnosis of Young-Onset Alzheimer's, Part 3

The original article in the Orlando Sentinel about Pako and Zahydie: https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2023/06/05/early-onset-dominantly-inherited-alzheimers-couple/?share=nenatl0eh2rtnnhta22e  Their journey on Instagram @inolvidable.mente TikTok @unforgettablemind Facebook.com/ConversationsWithDrZ

Informed Aging Episode 49: One couple, one diagnosis of Young-Onset Alzheimer's, Part 2

The original article in the Orlando Sentinel about Pako and Zahydie: https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2023/06/05/early-onset-dominantly-inherited-alzheimers-couple/?share=nenatl0eh2rtnnhta22e  Their journey on Instagram @inolvidable.mente TikTok @unforgettablemind Facebook.com/ConversationsWithDrZ

Untitled EpisInformed Aging Episode 49: One couple, one diagnosis of Young-Onset Alzheimer's, Part 2

The original article in the Orlando Sentinel about Pako and Zahydie: https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2023/06/05/early-onset-dominantly-inherited-alzheimers-couple/?share=nenatl0eh2rtnnhta22e  Their journey on Instagram @inolvidable.mente TikTok @unforgettablemind Facebook.com/ConversationsWithDrZ

Episode 48: One couple, one diagnosis of Young-Onset Alzheimer's, Part 1

The original article in the Orlando Sentinel about Pako and Zahydie: https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2023/06/05/early-onset-dominantly-inherited-alzheimers-couple/?share=nenatl0eh2rtnnhta22e  Their journey on Instagram @inolvidable.mente TikTok @unforgettablemind Facebook.com/ConversationsWithDrZ

Episode 47: Aging and Your Home

We talk about selling your home quickly when a homeowner needs to immediately move into assisted living, memory care, or a nursing home. Alan also covers what it may cost for renovations to age in place, home maintenance, and how to pay for it—great information for any homeowner.   Alan Trauger Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) CRE 407-834-7714 [email protected] https://totalcommercial.com/agents/9165

Episode 46: Dignity and Dementia

In this episode, we talk about treating people who are living with a dementia diagnosis with dignity. They are not just their disease, they are people who deserve respect and kindness. Beth Davalos of Sunshine Senior Counseling joins us for this important discussion.

Episode 45: Grief

Beth Davalos, MSW, LCSW, of Sunshine Senior Counseling talks to us about helping others who are grieving and helping ourselves through the process. She also talks about a few other forms of grief with some thoughts on losing pets and helping children with loss. If you are in crisis, please call or text 988. 988 is now the three-digit dialing code that routes callers to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (or 988 Lifeline). When people call, text, or chat with the 988 Lifeline, they are conne...

Episode 45: Sex, Death, Money and More (a sampling of some of our favorite episodes)

We're revisiting some of our past episodes, for a very good reason! If you listened to Episode 23: A Family's Journey with Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease, you heard Michelle pour her heart out to us as she took us through her father's experience and how it impacted her family. Happier days are here for Michelle and she's getting married! Edith is out of town for the wedding, so we bring you some summer reruns.   Episode 4: Health insurance for older adults, legal advice for everyone Kathlee...

Episode 44: Sex, Death, Money and More (a sampling of some of our favorite episodes)

We're revisiting some of our past episodes, for a very good reason! If you listened to Episode 23: A Family's Journey with Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease, you heard Michelle pour her heart out to us as she took us through her father's experience and how it impacted her family. Happier days are here for Michelle and she's getting married! Edith is out of town for the wedding, so we bring you some summer reruns.   Episode 4: Health insurance for older adults, legal advice for everyone Kathlee...

Episode 43: Dementia & Bathing

https://www.scrubzz.com/ Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center 

Episode 42: Music and Dementia

Instruments mentioned by Ashley: Rhythm Sticks Frame Drum Tongue Drum Tambourine Egg Shakers Caxixi Wooden Frog Video on the Muisc Box Initiative: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxSg6TcD4bk

Episode 41: When Issues Arise with the Assisted Living Facility

Our guest, Tom Campbell https://tomcampbellalftrainer.com/ From the Florida Ombudsman website If you have concerns about the quality of life and care of a loved one residing in a long-term care facility, several resources are available to you. Please contact us at [email protected]. Below is a listing of state government organizations that may be able to assist you. Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program A volunteer-based advocacy organization seeking to improve long-term care faci...

Episode 40: Behind the scenes of assisted living facilities

Tom Campbell https://tomcampbellalftrainer.com/ Florida Health Finder www.floridahealthfinder.gov or https://quality.healthfinder.fl.gov/index.html

Episode 39: Aging Successfully -- What does that mean and how do you predict it?

Our return guest, Nikki Dawson, has some SERIOUS credentials: BS, Bachelor of Science, Sports Medicine, Baldwin-Wallace College MA, Master of Arts, Adult Development & Aging Psychology, Cleveland State University MPT, Master of Physical Therapy, Ohio University PT, Licensed Physical Therapist Ph.D., Doctor of Philosophy, Adult Development & Aging Psychology, Cleveland State University GCS, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist Emeritus in Geriatric Physical Therapy Associate Professor, Divisi...

Episode 38: Widowhood and Divorce

Terri Shayne Misek has lost two husbands, one through divorce and one through death. Listen to the lessons she's learned and the advice she gives to any married woman. https://terrimisek.watsonrealtycorp.com/ https://beforeallissaidanddone.com/

Episode 37: Maybe you don't need that pill. A discussion of seniors and medications.

Our guest, Nikki Dawson, has some SERIOUS credentials: BS, Bachelor of Science, Sports Medicine, Baldwin-Wallace College MA, Master of Arts, Adult Development & Aging Psychology, Cleveland State University MPT, Master of Physical Therapy, Ohio University PT, Licensed Physical Therapist Ph.D., Doctor of Philosophy, Adult Development & Aging Psychology, Cleveland State University GCS, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist Emeritus in Geriatric Physical Therapy Associate Professor, Division of P...

Episode 36: Living Longer, Part 2

Edith continues to take us through the Blue Zones, explaining what they are and why they are important in knowing how to live a happier, longer life. www.bluezones.com

Episode 36 Living Longer, Part 2

Edith continues to take us through the Blue Zones, explaining what they are and why they are important in knowing how to live a happier, longer life. www.bluezones.com

Episode 35 Living Longer, Part 1

Edith takes us through the Blue Zones, explaining what they are and why they are important in knowing how to live a happier, longer life. www.bluezones.com

Episode 35 Living Longer

Edith takes us through the Blue Zones, explaining what they are and why they are important in knowing how to live a happier, longer life. www.bluezones.com

Episode 35: Living Longer, Part 1

Edith takes us through the Blue Zones, explaining what they are and why they are important in knowing how to live a happier, longer life. www.bluezones.com

Episode 34: Artificial Intelligence Comes to Senior Care

Edith and Robin were blown away when they heard about Sensi.Ai and they wanted you to know about this great company too! Sensi "listens in" to a senior's environment to identify problems, but does it without a human ear listening in. An affordable and practical way to allow an older adult to age in place! Find out more at www.sensi.ai. Thanks, Nick Jaffe for being our guest!

Episode 34 Artificial Intelligence Comes to Senior Care

Edith and Robin were blown away when they heard about Sensi.Ai and they wanted you to know about this great company too! Sensi "listens in" to a senior's environment to identify problems, but does it without a human ear listening in. An affordable and practical way to allow an older adult to age in place! Find out more at www.sensi.ai. Thanks, Nick Jaffe for being our guest!

Episode 33: Seniors and Driving, Part 2

Rocky Graves Senior Care Authority, Central Florida https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/locations/central-florida/ "Beyond Driving with Dignity" [email protected] 407-338-4807 Jordan Wetter Driveology22 www.driveology22.com [email protected] 407-394-9476 Florida Highway Patrol: Report an Unsafe Driver Form 72190

Episode 33 Seniors and Driving, Part 2

Rocky Graves Senior Care Authority, Central Florida https://www.seniorcareauthority.com/locations/central-florida/ "Beyond Driving with Dignity" [email protected] 407-338-4807 Jordan Wetter Driveology22 www.driveology22.com [email protected] 407-394-9476 Florida Highway Patrol: Report an Unsafe Driver Form 72190

Episode 32: Seniors and Driving, Part 1

As we age, our bodies change. Those changes also impact how we drive. When do we know it's time for our older loved ones to stop driving, or at least change how much they drive? Stephanie Malally, Clinical Social Worker with the AdventHealth Memory Care Clinic, returns to talk about this touchy subject. Florida Highway Patrol website

Episode 32 Seniors and Driving, Part 1

As we age, our bodies change. Those changes also impact how we drive. When do we know it's time for our older loved ones to stop driving, or at least change how much they drive? Stephanie Malally, Clinical Social Worker with the AdventHealth Memory Care Clinic, returns to talk about this touchy subject. Florida Highway Patrol website

Episode 31: Caregiver Resolutions

Being a caregiver is hard work. Here are 5 "resolutions" to make things easier for you.

Episode 31 Caregiver Resolutions

Being a caregiver is hard work. Here are 5 "resolutions" to make things easier for you.

Happy Holidays!

Episode 30: Recap of 2022

Our producer, Kyle Cassandra, pops in to review what we've learned this year. https://www.digitalbroadcastingcompanyfl.com/ Dr. Rosemary Laird www.mymemoryclinic.org Questions or ideas for a podcast episode? [email protected]

Brain Donation to The Florida Brain Bank

You've probably heard of donating organs. You can specifically donate your brain to the Florida Brain Bank. They accept donations of healthy brains and brains that have had a diagnosis of some sort of dementia. Learn how the process works and how it is helpful for future generations. Alexandra Garnier-Mercier is our guest. [email protected]

Episode 29: Brain Donation to The Florida Brain Bank

You've probably heard of donating organs. You can specifically donate your brain to the Florida Brain Bank. They accept donations of healthy brains and brains that have had a diagnosis of some sort of dementia. Learn how the process works and how it is helpful for future generations. Alexandra Garnier-Mercier is our guest. [email protected]

Episode 29 Brain Donation to The Florida Brain Bank

You've probably heard of donating organs. You can specifically donate your brain to the Florida Brain Bank. They accept donations of healthy brains and brains that have had a diagnosis of some sort of dementia. Learn how the process works and how it is helpful for future generations. Alexandra Garnier-Mercier is our guest. [email protected]

Episode 28 Hearing Aids Part 2

We continue our conversation with Jaysee Soto of Altamonte Family Hearing. We dive into our new ability to buy hearing aids over-the-counter and the pros and cons of this new choice.

Hearing Aids Part 2

We continue our conversation with Jaysee Soto of Altamonte Family Hearing. We dive into our new ability to buy hearing aids over-the-counter and the pros and cons of this new choice.

Episode 28: Hearing Aids Part 2

We continue our conversation with Jaysee Soto of Altamonte Family Hearing. We dive into our new ability to buy hearing aids over-the-counter and the pros and cons of this new choice.