Aging With Dignity

What does the future of aging look like? Join Varsha Bhat at AgeTech Discovery Days at McGill and Université de Montréal as she explores emerging technologies, aging at home, independence, and one essential question: Who is the user?   Check out the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com/   If you're interested in p...

What if protecting your brain health starts long before symptoms appear? Dr. Ziad Nasreddine, creator of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), discusses prevention, early detection, digital innovation, and how each of us can take meaningful steps toward lifelong cognitive health.   Check out the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingw...

How do culture, language, and family values shape the dementia journey? Dr. Navjot Gill-Chawla discusses dementia in South Asian communities, culturally responsive care, and practical resources that help families recognize symptoms, access support, and plan with greater confidence.   Check out the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwit...

Season 4 took Aging With Dignity beyond the podcast studio and into communities, conversations, events and new resources. Join Varsha as she reflects on the season’s memorable moments, introduces new Resources, and looks ahead to Season 5.   Check out the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com/   If you're intereste...

Exploring aging in place, downsizing, and senior care transitions in Canada with expert Matt Del Vecchio. We discuss home care costs, public vs private options, housing decisions, and practical guidance for families navigating aging and care planning.   Check out the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com/   Downloa...

Educator and founder Andrew Karesa explores his personal dementia journey and how it led to building BlueBell Village and The Dementia Collective. We discuss purpose, dignity, and how lived experience can reshape dementia care and community support.   Check out the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com/   Download...

Can aging in place be safer and more affordable than assisted living? Erica Sell shares practical strategies for home safety, accessibility, and planning ahead, helping families make informed decisions that protect independence, dignity, and quality of life.   Check out the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com/  ...

Can dementia be prevented? Research suggests many risk factors may be modifiable. Dr. Stéfanie Tremblay shares the latest science on brain health, lifestyle, social determinants, and what individuals and communities can do today to support healthier aging.   Check out the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com/   Do...

What happens when aging plans fall apart? Litigation attorney Stewart Litvack shares lessons from real-world family disputes involving powers of attorney, capacity, estate planning, caregiving, and end-of-life decisions, and practical steps families can take to avoid preventable conflict.   Check out the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://a...

How do you care for someone you love while helping them continue to truly live? Colin Acheson shares his deeply personal journey caring for his wife through dementia, offering heartfelt lessons on love, resilience, dignity, adaptation, and knowing when it's time to seek additional support. Check out the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://ag...

Celebrating one year of Aging With Dignity, this special anniversary episode reflects on a year of conversations, connections, and lessons about caregiving, aging, and dignity. Join Varsha Bhat as she shares highlights, gratitude, and the vision ahead.   Checkout the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com/   If you'...

Kevin lived a full and meaningful life with Down syndrome before developing Alzheimer's disease. His sister, Colleen Kelly, shares their family's caregiving journey, the importance of compassionate healthcare, and lessons that inspire families and professionals alike.   Checkout the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbea...

What does the future hold for Alzheimer's care? Julia Cappelli from the Memory Clinic explores earlier diagnosis, emerging treatments, clinical research, and what today's advances mean for older adults, caregivers, and families seeking answers, support, and hope.   Checkout the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com...

What happens when retirement plans meet the reality of needing care? In this episode, Raymond Lavine joins Aging With Dignity to discuss family conversations, care planning, financial preparedness, and practical steps that help protect dignity, choice, and peace of mind.   Checkout the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.pod...

In this powerful Season 4 opener, Claire Webster shares her insights on dementia education, caregiver burnout, and the urgent need for stronger community and institutional support for caregivers navigating the emotional realities of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.   Checkout the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity...

In this Season 3 finale, we join the Alzheimer Society of Montreal Walk to hear powerful stories from families, caregivers, volunteers, and community leaders. A moving reminder of the hope, resilience, and connection that help us navigate the dementia journey together.   Checkout the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbe...

Avi Parmar shares his journey as an only child navigating his mother’s illness and loss, while now caring for his father living with early dementia—revealing the evolving reality of grief, responsibility, and choosing to live fully within caregiving.   Checkout the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com

Charlie Pechousek shares his caregiving journey supporting both parents as their needs evolve into separate living arrangements. A story of difficult decisions, cultural expectations, and carrying responsibility largely alone while balancing work, family dynamics, and identity.   Checkout the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdign...

Three sisters share their family’s caregiving journey: supporting their mother through dementia until her passing, and now caring for their father in early stages. A story of love, loss, cultural expectations, and what it means to show up for family.   Checkout the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com

Jerry Godinho shares his caregiving journey as an only child supporting aging parents from a distance—navigating dementia, cultural expectations, and loss. A deeply human story about duty, family, and what care looks like when you’re not nearby.   Checkout the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com

Seventeen years, two young children, and a mother with dementia - Karine Saba shares her journey as a caregiver, the toll of burnout, and the lessons that inspired Care4giver. Healing, resilience, and self-care for caregivers.   Checkout the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com

Caregiving is not one story. It’s many; shaped by family, culture, system gaps, and identity shifts. This episode offers a reflective entry point into upcoming caregiver journeys across Canada, revealing the unseen realities behind everyday care.

In this episode, Camille Isaacs Morell and Hope for Dementi’s founder Parsa Famili share how their personal caregiving journeys sparked a movement focused on prevention, advocacy, and system change - and what must happen next to better support families across Canada.   Download your Aging with Dignity Care Toolkit for this episode: https://tinyurl.com/ymxydzw3

Selling a longtime home later in life can be emotional and complex. Real estate broker Suzanne Larmour shares practical guidance on preparing for this transition, while her client joins us to share how she came to the decision to downsize and what it feels like to be at the very beginning of that journey. Download your Aging with Dignity Care Toolkit for this episode: https://tinyurl.com/55rcmcmz

Discover how Tamara Williams of Innergetic helps Older Adults and the sandwich generation “future-proof” their health. Learn low-impact, brain-boosting strategies for balance, mobility, neuroplasticity, and independence.   Checkout the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com/ Download your Episode Care Toolkit  here!