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Informed Aging

114 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 13 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings

A podcast about health, help, and hard decisions for older adults.

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Episode 28 Hearing Aids Part 2

November 15, 2022 05:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MB

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

November 01, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Only 20% of Americans who need to wear a hearing aid are actually wearing them! Jaysee Soto from Altamonte Family Hearing guides us through the technology and the amazing advances in hearing aids. AltamonteFamilyHearing.com

Episode 27: Hearing Aids

November 01, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Only 20% of Americans who need to wear a hearing aid are actually wearing them! Jaysee Soto from Altamonte Family Hearing guides us through the technology and the amazing advances in hearing aids. AltamonteFamilyHearing.com

Episode 27 Hearing Aids

November 01, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Only 20% of Americans who need to wear a hearing aid are actually wearing them! Jaysee Soto from Altamonte Family Hearing guides us through the technology and the amazing advances in hearing aids. AltamonteFamilyHearing.com

Sex and Seniors

October 15, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

Tori Clay of Peachy Therapy joins us to discuss sex, sexuality, and seniors.  www.peachitherapy.com  https://instagram.com/peachitherapy

Episode 26: Sex and Seniors

October 15, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

Tori Clay of Peachy Therapy joins us to discuss sex, sexuality, and seniors.  www.peachitherapy.com  https://instagram.com/peachitherapy

Episode 25: Isolation and How to Have a Good Doctor Visit

September 30, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

Geriatrician Dr. Rosemary Laird continues her conversation with us, talking about the effects that isolation has on seniors and how we can all improve our doctor visits. mymemoryclinic.org

Isolation and How to Have a Good Doctor Visit

September 30, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

Geriatrician Dr. Rosemary Laird continues her conversation with us, talking about the effects that isolation has on seniors and how we can all improve our doctor visits. mymemoryclinic.org

Easing Emergency Room Stress

September 15, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Dr. Rosemary Laird visits us again. This time we tackle a trip to the emergency room, not only for the older adult but for caregivers as well.  www.mymemoryclinic.org 

Episode 24: Easing Emergency Room Stress

September 15, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Dr. Rosemary Laird visits us again. This time we tackle a trip to the emergency room, not only for the older adult but for caregivers as well.  www.mymemoryclinic.org 

A Family's Journey with Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease

September 01, 2022 04:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Edith's brother-in-law, Michael, had early-onset Alzheimer's Disease. His daughter Michelle and granddaughter Lyn take us through their journey with him, sharing the highs and lows. We can't thank them enough for sharing their stories with such honesty. Michael inspired the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center's "Michael's Mission". Part of that mission is the "Michael's Moments" support group for families caring for someone living with early onset dementia. David Kushner "Mr. Forgetable"

Episode 23: A Family's Journey with Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease

September 01, 2022 04:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Edith's brother-in-law, Michael, had early-onset Alzheimer's Disease. His daughter Michelle and granddaughter Lyn take us through their journey with him, sharing the highs and lows. We can't thank them enough for sharing their stories with such honesty. Michael inspired the Alzheimer's & Dementia Resource Center's "Michael's Mission". Part of that mission is the "Michael's Moments" support group for families caring for someone living with early onset dementia. David Kushner "Mr. Forgetable"

Talking with geriatrician Dr. Rosemary Laird

August 15, 2022 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MB

Geriatrician Dr. Rosemary Laird talks about what a geriatrician does and how caring for a younger person is much different than for an older adult. www.mymemoryclinic.org Beers Criteria / Beers List: Printable list: http://files.hgsitebuilder.com/hostgator257222/file/ags_2019_beers_pocket_printable_rh.pdf Learn more: https://www.americangeriatrics.org/media-center/news/older-people-medications-are-common-updated-ags-beers-criteriar-aims-make-sure

Episode 22: Talking with geriatrician Dr. Rosemary Laird

August 15, 2022 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MB

Geriatrician Dr. Rosemary Laird talks about what a geriatrician does and how caring for a younger person is much different than for an older adult. www.mymemoryclinic.org Beers Criteria / Beers List: Printable list: http://files.hgsitebuilder.com/hostgator257222/file/ags_2019_beers_pocket_printable_rh.pdf Learn more: https://www.americangeriatrics.org/media-center/news/older-people-medications-are-common-updated-ags-beers-criteriar-aims-make-sure

Gratitude (aka Improving Your Life in 5 Minutes a Day)

August 01, 2022 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

Dr. Lezlie Laws lezlielaws.com Dr. Rick Hanson Overcoming the Negativity Bias Arthur C. Brooks book From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life Podcast  M&Ms for the Soul Join Dr. Lezlie Laws for one hour each month as she leads caregivers through this stress-reducing, health-increasing, monthly workshop. Learn to move your body more and increase mindfulness in everyday life. M&Ms for the Soul is held on the first Monday and the fo...

Episode 21: Gratitude (aka Improving Your Life in 5 Minutes a Day)

August 01, 2022 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

Dr. Lezlie Laws lezlielaws.com Dr. Rick Hanson Overcoming the Negativity Bias Arthur C. Brooks book From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life Podcast  M&Ms for the Soul Join Dr. Lezlie Laws for one hour each month as she leads caregivers through this stress-reducing, health-increasing, monthly workshop. Learn to move your body more and increase mindfulness in everyday life. M&Ms for the Soul is held on the first Monday and the fo...

Meditations, the whys and hows

July 15, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Dr. Lezlie Laws (LezlieLaws.com) Altered Traits: Science Reveals How Meditation Changes Your Mind, Brain, and Body by Daniel Goleman and Richard J. Davidson https://adrccares.org/adrc-events/

Episode 20: Meditations, the whys and hows

July 15, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Dr. Lezlie Laws (LezlieLaws.com) Altered Traits: Science Reveals How Meditation Changes Your Mind, Brain, and Body by Daniel Goleman and Richard J. Davidson https://adrccares.org/adrc-events/

Estate Planning, Life Insurance and More

July 01, 2022 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

What is estate planning? Should you get life insurance? Selling your life insurance and when NOT to give cash to your kids. Tony Perrone is back with more information you need to hear. https://www.drophelp.com/team/tony-perrone-clu Tony Perrone offers products and services using the following business names: Estate & Business Planning Group – insurance and financial services | Ameritas Investment Company, LLC (AIC), Member FINRA/SIPC – securities and investments | Ameritas Advisory Services...

Episode 19: Estate Planning, Life Insurance and More

July 01, 2022 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

What is estate planning? Should you get life insurance? Selling your life insurance and when NOT to give cash to your kids. Tony Perrone is back with more information you need to hear. https://www.drophelp.com/team/tony-perrone-clu Tony Perrone offers products and services using the following business names: Estate & Business Planning Group – insurance and financial services | Ameritas Investment Company, LLC (AIC), Member FINRA/SIPC – securities and investments | Ameritas Advisory Services...

Aging and Quality of Life

June 15, 2022 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Guest April Boykin, MSW, LCSW https://counselingresourceservices.com/ The Humming Effect https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781620554845

Episode 18: Aging and Quality of Life

June 15, 2022 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Guest April Boykin, MSW, LCSW https://counselingresourceservices.com/ The Humming Effect https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781620554845

Incontinence

June 01, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

https://seni-usa.com Why do the products you use for incontinence matter so much? We're diving into incontinence issues, and why it's a significant health issue.

Episode 17: Incontinence

June 01, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

https://seni-usa.com Why do the products you use for incontinence matter so much? We're diving into incontinence issues, and why it's a significant health issue.

Retirement Part 2 with Tony Perrone of Estate & Business Planning Group

May 15, 2022 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

Our conversation with Tony Perrone, president and founder of Estate & Business Planning Group, continues. We're talking 401ks, budgeting, bonds, and more! https://www.drophelp.com/ Pick up his book "I Didn't Know You Could Do That" Tony Perrone offers products and services using the following business names: Estate & Business Planning Group – insurance and financial services | Ameritas Investment Company, LLC (AIC), Member FINRA/SIPC – securities and investments | Ameritas Advisory Services...

Episode 16: Retirement Part 2 with Tony Perrone of Estate & Business Planning Group

May 15, 2022 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

Our conversation with Tony Perrone, president and founder of Estate & Business Planning Group, continues. We're talking 401ks, budgeting, bonds, and more! https://www.drophelp.com/ Pick up his book "I Didn't Know You Could Do That" Tony Perrone offers products and services using the following business names: Estate & Business Planning Group – insurance and financial services | Ameritas Investment Company, LLC (AIC), Member FINRA/SIPC – securities and investments | Ameritas Advisory Services...

Episode 15: Retirement Part 1 with Tony Perrone of Estate & Business Planning Group

May 01, 2022 04:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

How much money will you need to retire? Who needs a financial advisor and how do you find one? https://www.drophelp.com/team/tony-perrone-clu Tony Perrone offers products and services using the following business names: Estate & Business Planning Group – insurance and financial services | Ameritas Investment Company, LLC (AIC), Member FINRA/SIPC – securities and investments | Ameritas Advisory Services (AAS) – investment advisory services. AIC and AAS are not affiliated with Estate & Busin...

Retirement Part 1 with Tony Perrone of Estate & Business Planning Group

May 01, 2022 04:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

How much money will you need to retire? Who needs a financial advisor and how do you find one? https://www.drophelp.com/team/tony-perrone-clu Tony Perrone offers products and services using the following business names: Estate & Business Planning Group – insurance and financial services | Ameritas Investment Company, LLC (AIC), Member FINRA/SIPC – securities and investments | Ameritas Advisory Services (AAS) – investment advisory services. AIC and AAS are not affiliated with Estate & Busin...

Episode 14: Dementia-Friendly Dining & Cruising

April 15, 2022 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Dennis Dulniak, a former spousal dementia caregiver, talks about giving back to the community. Discover the concept of dementia-friendly dining out and an amazing way to enjoy cruising with dementia. Dennis also speaks about his work in leading men-only caregiver support groups. https://www.centralfloridadementia-friendlydining.com/ https://themeatballstoppe.com/ https://www.elitecruisesandvacationstravel.com/ https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Hotel-News/Universal-Orlando-quiet-room

Dementia-Friendly Dining & Cruising

April 15, 2022 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Dennis Dulniak, a former spousal dementia caregiver, talks about giving back to the community. Discover the concept of dementia-friendly dining out and an amazing way to enjoy cruising with dementia. Dennis also speaks about his work in leading men-only caregiver support groups. https://www.centralfloridadementia-friendlydining.com/ https://themeatballstoppe.com/ https://www.elitecruisesandvacationstravel.com/ https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Hotel-News/Universal-Orlando-quiet-room

Episode 13: Senior Scams

April 01, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MB

Speaking with Mark Batchelor, a cyber security expert, talks to us about the scams that are out there, how to avoid them and what to do if you have been scammed. https://scamspotter.org/ https://www.ic3.gov/ Internet Crime Complaint Center

Senior Scams

April 01, 2022 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MB

Speaking with Mark Batchelor, a cyber security expert, talks to us about the scams that are out there, how to avoid them and what to do if you have been scammed. https://scamspotter.org/ https://www.ic3.gov/ Internet Crime Complaint Center

Episode 12: Paying for Care with a Reverse Mortgage

March 15, 2022 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

Senior care can be quite expensive. Check out this episode of Informed Aging to learn how to use your home's equity to pay for care. www.aag.com [email protected]

Paying for Care with a Reverse Mortgage

March 15, 2022 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

Senior care can be quite expensive. Check out this episode of Informed Aging to learn how to use your home's equity to pay for care. www.aag.com [email protected]

Episode 12, Paying for Care with a Reverse Mortgage

March 15, 2022 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

Senior care can be quite expensive. Check out this episode of Informed Aging to learn how to use your home's equity to pay for care. www.aag.com [email protected]

Episode 11 Preventing Alzheimer's and other dementias

March 01, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

Learn what you can do to decrease your risk of getting dementia and simple ways to implement the ideas.

Episode 11: Preventing Alzheimer's and other dementias

March 01, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

Learn what you can do to decrease your risk of getting dementia and simple ways to implement the ideas.

Preventing Alzheimer's and other dementias

March 01, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

Learn what you can do to decrease your risk of getting dementia and simple ways to implement the ideas.

Interview with dementia expert Teepa Snow Part 2

February 15, 2022 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

How did Teepa go from being good at her job to becoming a worldwide dementia expert? Also, words of wisdom for someone who has just learned that their loved one has dementia and finding support.

Episode 10 Interview with dementia expert Teepa Snow Part 2

February 15, 2022 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

How did Teepa go from being good at her job to becoming a worldwide dementia expert? Also, words of wisdom for someone who has just learned that their loved one has dementia and finding support.

Episode 10: Interview with dementia expert Teepa Snow Part 2

February 15, 2022 05:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

How did Teepa go from being good at her job to becoming a worldwide dementia expert? Also, words of wisdom for someone who has just learned that their loved one has dementia and finding support.

Interview with dementia expert Teepa Snow Part 1

February 01, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

Teepa Snow is a rock star of the dementia world -- and she's now gone viral on TikTok!  Listen in to hear how she became one of the world's leading advocates and educators for anyone living with dementia or other forms of brain change. https://www.tiktok.com/@teepasnow https://teepasnow.com/understanding-the-changing-brain-book/

Episode 9 Interview with dementia expert Teepa Snow Part 1

February 01, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

Teepa Snow is a rock star of the dementia world -- and she's now gone viral on TikTok!  Listen in to hear how she became one of the world's leading advocates and educators for anyone living with dementia or other forms of brain change. https://www.tiktok.com/@teepasnow https://teepasnow.com/understanding-the-changing-brain-book/

Episode 9: Interview with dementia expert Teepa Snow Part 1

February 01, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

Teepa Snow is a rock star of the dementia world -- and she's now gone viral on TikTok!  Listen in to hear how she became one of the world's leading advocates and educators for anyone living with dementia or other forms of brain change. https://www.tiktok.com/@teepasnow https://teepasnow.com/understanding-the-changing-brain-book/

Episode 8: Hospice

December 15, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

Death and dying. Take a deep breath -- you can handle this episode. Really! Learn how hospice care helps the patient, the family, and even the wallet. Thanks to Sarah Garcia of AdventHealth Hospice for all the great information. http://www.planforhospice.com

Hospice

December 15, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

Death and dying. Take a deep breath -- you can handle this episode. Really! Learn how hospice care helps the patient, the family, and even the wallet.  Thanks to Sarah Garcia of AdventHealth Hospice for all the great information. http://www.planforhospice.com

Episode 8 Hospice

December 15, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

Death and dying. Take a deep breath -- you can handle this episode. Really! Learn how hospice care helps the patient, the family, and even the wallet. Thanks to Sarah Garcia of AdventHealth Hospice for all the great information. http://www.planforhospice.com

Senior Living Options

December 01, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

So it's time to move to a new home. Ignacio Quinones of North Star Senior Advisors guides us through the options, the pricing, and how to find the best fit for you or your loved one. Independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing are all covered so tune in to learn more.

Episode 7: Senior Living Options

December 01, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

So it's time to move to a new home. Ignacio Quinones of North Star Senior Advisors guides us through the options, the pricing, and how to find the best fit for you or your loved one. Independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing are all covered so tune in to learn more.

Episode 7 Senior Living Options

December 01, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

So it's time to move to a new home. Ignacio Quinones of North Star Senior Advisors guides us through the options, the pricing, and how to find the best fit for you or your loved one. Independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing are all covered so tune in to learn more.