Seniors Home Zone

 In Part 1, Colleen Feuling shared how persistent pain, unexplained symptoms, and multiple medical visits eventually led to a diagnosis of multiple myeloma. In Part 2, she takes us through the next chapter of her journey: chemotherapy, stem cell transplant, recovery, and the reality of rebuilding life after diagnosis. Colleen shares the physical challenges, emotional ups and downs, the importance...

 In this episode of Seniors Home Zone, Rebecca Finegan is joined by Colleen Feuling, a fellow Senior Home Coach™ and REALTOR® serving older adults in Northern Nevada. Before entering this work, Colleen spent years in radiology and interventional radiology, giving her a unique perspective on both healthcare and patient experiences. In August 2025, she was diagnosed with an aggressive form of Multip...

In this episode of Seniors Home Zone, I am joined by the Mama Bear Team from Colorado to talk about what families are often left to manage after a loved one passes away. Nicole Robilotto and Tasha Beckman discuss the probate process, the emotional dynamics that often arise within families, and the role of the personal representative when decisions about the home need to be made. We also talk about...

How do you know if memory changes are part of normal aging, or early signs of dementia? In this episode of Seniors Home Zone , Rebecca Finegan is joined by Tori Anderson, CDP, CADDCT , Dementia Care Specialist Program Manager with the South Carolina Department on Aging , to talk about the warning signs families often miss, what to do next, and where to find support. This conversation is for adult...

 When a wildfire hits, families do not get extra time to prepare. Decisions happen fast, emotions run high, and safety becomes the priority in seconds.  In this episode of Seniors Home Zone , we reflect on the Pacific Palisades fire and what it teaches families about aging in place, emergency planning, and protecting older adults during sudden transitions.  My guest, Michelle Boucher , shares insi...

When eating gets harder at home, families often wonder how to support nutrition without taking away independence.  In this episode of Seniors Home Zone , Rebecca Finegan is joined by Chef Maegan Horton to talk about how meals, safety, and nutrition play a critical role in aging in place. Maegan shares what she sees working directly with older adults and families, common challenges around cooking a...

Understanding the National Aging in Place Council (NAIPC): Real Guidance for Families and Caregivers   Many families want to help a loved one age safely at home, yet they often do not know where to begin. In this episode of Seniors Home Zone , listeners hear directly from two leaders in the National Aging in Place Council (NAIPC) who explain how families can access trusted support, practical resou...

Communication becomes one of the greatest challenges families face as life changes. Feelings get tangled, conversations feel heavier than they should, and even people who care deeply about each other struggle to feel heard. In this episode I talk with Mark Oelze , a marriage and family counselor with more than thirty years of experience helping couples and families restore connection. Mark is the...

In this episode, Rebecca Finegan talks with Allyson Schrier , Founder and President of ZinniaTV.com . Inspired by her husband’s dementia journey, Allyson created Zinnia TV to bring calm, comfort, and meaningful connection to people living with dementia and the caregivers who support them.  You’ll learn how this unique video platform helps reduce anxiety, encourage engagement, and create peaceful m...

 Understanding Medicare can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to make the best decision for yourself or a loved one. In this episode of Seniors Home Zone , host Rebecca Finegan talks with Lily Fasbender from David M. Gilston Insurance about how to navigate Medicare with confidence and clarity.  Lily shares what to know about Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D , how to compare Medicare Ad...

We all want to live longer—but what most of us really want is to live well. In this episode of Seniors Home Zone , Rebecca Finegan welcomes Dr. Karina Loyo, Ph. D. (Health Promotion & Gerontology), MBA , gerontologist, aging and wellness expert, and author of The Longevity Blueprint for Health, Wealth, and Purpose . Together, they explore how longevity is more than lifespan—it’s about living t...

When a loved one needs care at home, the choices can feel overwhelming. In this episode of Seniors Home Zone , Rebecca Finegan sits down with Melissa Busby , Director of Community Relations at WellHaven Home Care. Melissa shares her heart for serving families, what makes WellHaven unique, and most importantly what every family should look for when choosing a home care provider. From building trust...

What if your home could adapt to you, instead of the other way around? In this episode of Seniors Home Zone , I’m joined by Tim Kehoe , founder of Kehoe Concepts and a nationally recognized Universal Design consultant. With over 30 years of experience in construction management and award-winning Universal Living projects, Tim shares practical ways families can make their homes safer, more comforta...

 Is your home full of piles, misplaced items, or spaces you avoid because they feel overwhelming? Rebecca Finegan, Senior Home Coach™, Decluttering Coach, and Certified Aging in Place Specialist, shares how to simplify the process with Dana K. White’s proven method Decluttering at the Speed of Life . In this episode, you will learn five practical steps to clear space, organize with confidence, and...

Welcome to Seniors Home Zone , the podcast where we make sense of life’s transitions and uncover the real benefits of reverse mortgages. Hosted by Rebecca Finegan—Senior Home Coach™, Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist, and Seniors Real Estate Specialist®—each episode dives into how homeowners 62+ can use home equity as a financial tool for security, independence, and peace of mind. You’ll learn h...

In this heartfelt episode of Seniors Home Zone , host Rebecca Finegan shares a deeply personal story of how two very different parents shaped her calling to help others through life’s transitions. From the steady, guiding presence of her father to the unpredictable journey of caregiving for her mother, Rebecca explores how both experiences lit the way toward her life’s purpose. You’ll hear reflect...