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In this insightful episode of Unlocking Senior Resources Podcast , I sit down with Monica Ruela, a seasoned elder law attorney with a deep passion for helping seniors and their families navigate the complexities of aging. Monica shares her journey from a 16-year-old file clerk to a trusted legal expert specializing in estate planning, Medicaid planning, and special needs trusts. We dive into criti...

In this insightful episode of Unlocking Senior Resources, we sit down with Kim Kuester from 101 Mobility West to explore the world of home modifications and mobility solutions for seniors. Kim shares her personal journey from being a primary caregiver for her family to leading a business that helps others age in place safely and comfortably. Together, we dive into the practical challenges seniors...

In this episode of Unlocking Senior Resources , I sit down with Renata Glaz, founder of Ageless Living, to discuss her unique approach to helping seniors navigate life transitions. From downsizing and home organization to safety-focused home modifications and interior design, Renata blends functionality and aesthetics to create spaces that feel like home. We explore the emotional and practical cha...

In this episode of Unlocking Senior Resources , I sit down with Vincent Giacalone, also known as “The Organized Guy.” Vincent is a professional organizer with nearly a decade of experience helping individuals, especially seniors, create strategic solutions to declutter and simplify their living spaces. We explore the emotional and practical aspects of organizing, why clutter accumulates, and how V...

In this heartfelt and insightful episode of the Unlocking Senior Resources podcast, I sit down with Nicole Christensen, the compassionate founder and CEO of Care Answered, a leading patient advocacy and care coordination service. Nicole shares her incredible journey from working in senior advocacy to becoming a fierce advocate for patients navigating the complexities of the healthcare system. Thro...

In this episode of the Unlocking Senior Resources podcast, I sit down with Gregg Balbera of Right at Home Nassau-Suffolk. Gregg shares his journey from Wall Street to senior care, motivated by personal experiences with family members affected by dementia. We discuss the challenges and rewards of providing quality in-home care, the importance of matching caregivers with clients, and the invaluable...

Welcome to the first episode of Unlocking Senior Resources with your host, Larry Wagner. With over 30 years of experience working with seniors, Larry dives into the intricacies of senior transitions alongside guest Diana Zagariello from Caring Transitions of Long Island. Diana shares insights into her company’s services, which range from downsizing, space planning, and moving assistance to managin...