Aging in Style with Lori Williams

When women turn 60, they often feel invisible. But this shouldn’t be the case. More and more, women are unafraid to start new businesses, change careers, and make empowering decisions about their lives. One way women can feel more empowered is to dress in styles that reflect their taste and help them feel confident. There’s never an age where you’re “too old” to enjoy fashion! Susan Bauermeister o...

Two years have flown by! Senior Services Expert Lori Williams reflects on the past 100 episodes of Aging in Style with her producer, Ana Xavier. Born from a passion for helping others, this podcast has shared important information for people of all ages in Dallas, Texas and beyond about senior housing and resources. They’ll pull back the curtain and give you a behind-the-scenes peek at making this...

There are some topics that are awkward and uncomfortable as we discuss aging. With the right speakers, though, it can become lighthearted and fun! Occupational Therapist Maria Lindbergh is one of these people, and she specializes in helping people clean their bottoms after using the toilet. She created a course called, “Hard Time Wiping? Let’s Talk A-Booty It.” She shares toilet techniques and fou...

Have you visited a parent over the holidays and realized they would benefit from senior living? Maybe they need more socialization and prepared meals, so independent living would be a good option - or maybe they need assisted living for even more help. No matter which senior community you’re leaning toward, Senior Living Expert Lori Williams has 8 tips for you to keep in mind when it comes to tour...

It’s tough to grieve when a loved one passes unexpectedly, but it’s next-level stressful if you don’t know where your loved one’s important documents are. Burial plans, mortgages, car titles, insurance policies, social security cards - not to mention passwords to utility websites and phone plans - the list of important information you’ll need feels endless! This makes it a struggle to plan a funer...

What if I told you some people diagnosed with dementia may not have dementia at all? Surprisingly, it’s estimated that 5 percent of people institutionalized for dementia actually have Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH). NPH looks similar to Parkinson’s or forms of dementia such as Alzheimer’s, but it’s actually treatable. It’s caused when normal production of spinal fluid goes awry and builds up...

We hear about childproofing a home, but there’s another level of difficulty when you add years of experience of using common household items. That’s why it’s important to make your home safe if you’re caring for a senior with dementia. They’re often able to operate appliances, but their judgment is impaired - leading to home and personal safety issues. Megan Rowe joins Senior Services Expert Lori...

If you have a stroke or a traumatic brain injury, you might find yourself visiting a speech-language pathologist. Depending on your injury, this professional helps with different areas of cognition and executive functioning, like decision-making and problem-solving skills. Together you’ll work to restore communication – and become as independent as possible in the meantime. Francine Waskavitz is a...

The top 2 reasons why someone would move into senior housing are needing help with using the bathroom due to incontinence and changing clothes. Jimmy Zolo’s company Joe & Bella addresses both, and returns to the podcast to discuss new adaptive clothing from Joe & Bella. Joe & Bella began during the pandemic, so people in senior living communities wouldn't lack essentials. However, once...

Residential homes are great alternatives to large senior living facilities. They feel like a home because they actually are houses rather than a resort or hotel atmosphere, and there’s often a better ratio of caregivers to residents. There are many reasons why you might choose a residential home over another type of senior living, but Hal Cranmer adds even more to the experience. Based in Arizona,...

It’s always good to stay hydrated in the heat of summer, but it’s especially important for seniors. A UCLA study found that 40% of seniors may be chronically under-hydrated, with adults age 65 and above having the highest hospital admission rates for dehydration. There are a few reasons seniors tend to struggle with hydration. Some seniors may have a decreased sense of thirst as they age, and othe...

There are an estimated 2.7 million LGBTQ people over the age of 50. With Alzheimer’s projected to affect 13 million people by 2050, we can anticipate this impacting many members of the LGBTQ population. In honor of Pride Month, Megan Rowe joins Senior Living Expert Lori Williams to explain how Alzheimer’s uniquely impacts this population. As the Senior Program Manager for the Alzheimer’s Associati...

Katharine Esty likes to joke that she has “peaked at 87.” A psychologist and activist for aging, she’s also the author of Eightysomethings: A Practical Guide to Letting Go, Aging Well, and Finding Unexpected Happiness. The book contains insights from her interviews with 128 people aged 80+ from all around the country about what it means to age. Katharine explains how the world becomes smaller in y...

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month – AAPI for short. To observe it, Tanesha Tyler-Carr returns to the podcast to discuss Alzheimer’s stats as they pertain to the AAPI population. As the programs and services coordinator for the Alzheimer's Association: Dallas and Northeast Texas chapters, she brings her expertise to discuss unique challenges within this group. According to t...

It’s a beautiful thing when we cater to people with different needs – and can help make daily life enjoyable for everyone. The Alzheimer’s Association estimates 6.5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s today, and with Alzheimer’s being as prevalent as it is, it’s important that businesses and pillars of our community recognize and understand the disease. This is why Erin Caston has worked...

With the right tools and support, anyone can overcome barriers and have a life worth living. That’s the goal of occupational therapists – like guest Heidi Huynh, OTR, CTRS. Heidi is an occupational therapist that has spent years working with adults in their 50s and into their 100s in a variety of settings, including senior living. Occupational therapy involves helping you do anything you want or n...

I have an announcement to share with you, and I hope you’ll be as excited as I am. If this podcast has a theme, it’s that you’re never too old to try something new and find your purpose. That purpose will sustain you and create a ripple effect of good in the world. I’m finding myself having to practice what I preach as I start my newest journey: writing a book. There are now nearly 100 episodes of...

Anxiety can happen to anyone, regardless of age. However, it can show up in different ways, in different intensities, at different times, among different genders. The conversation around anxiety has also become much more open in newer generations than in the past. Still, anxiety isn’t discussed often enough – particularly in senior circles. That’s why Senior Living Expert Lori Williams invites ‘Th...

It’s here - the Alzheimer’s Association has released the 2022 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures . This annual report is released every March and serves as a statistical resource detailing the prevalence of the disease, as well as surrounding context. Tanesha Tyler-Carr from the Alzheimer’s Association: Dallas and Northeast Texas chapter returns to the podcast to provide an overview of the 2022...

Remember the old Life Alert commercials - “Help, I’ve fallen, and I can’t get up”? The tool remains groundbreaking and provides peace of mind for many seniors and their loved ones - and now technology has advanced even further to help seniors remain safe and independent. Bonnie Resnick-Destruel is the owner and president of Family Care Services Inc. They provide GPS fall alert medical alarms and m...

It’s estimated that Parkinson’s disease affects 1 million Americans. Ninety-six percent are diagnosed after age 50, and the incidence of disease increases with age. Since April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, Senior Services Expert Lori Williams welcomes the CEO of the Parkinson’s Foundation, John Lehr. John discusses: - What Parkinson’s disease is + the symptoms - The potential causes - Treatment...

Planning a funeral may not be the most fun topic to bring up, but it’s such an important gift for your loved ones. Having a plan helps take care of those who live on after you die, and that generous labor of love is the focus of The Love Always Project. Dean Lambert founded Love Always with a team of experienced subject-matter experts after 30 years of working alongside funeral professionals. The...

Two-thirds of people diagnosed with dementia are women. Plus, 13 million women in the U.S. either live with Alzheimer’s themselves or are caring for someone who has it. Dementia and Alzheimer’s expert Tanesha Tyler-Carr is back to discuss these statistics during Women’s History Month. As programs and services coordinator for the Alzheimer’s Association Dallas and Northeast Texas Chapter, she draws...

Lao Tzu once said the journey of 1,000 miles starts with a single step. This aligns perfectly with the belief system and practices of Dr. Rosie Kuhn, author of Aging like a Guru: Who, Me? As a transformational coach and the principal of the Paradigm Shifts coaching group, she empowers aging adults to step out of their comfort zone by making small, conscious choices. Rather than fearing old age, Dr...

Fall prevention is key for seniors to keep their independence, but it may feel overwhelming to “senior proof” a home. Thankfully, there are many steps you can take in only one weekend to start yourself (or your loved ones) on a strong path to safety.  Senior Services Expert Lori Williams welcomes back Sydney Hughes, the owner of Senior Proof – a turnkey safety-proofing company for independent seni...