Aging (R)Evolution

In this episode, Ty Mynes is joined by Tom Torrance, an Army Veteran and caregiver. We discuss Tom's experience in the military and the State Department as well as his journey as a caregiver for his late husband. If you are a caregiver looking for support go to https://www.jabacares.org/caregiver-support Aging (R)Evolution is a podcast about caregiving, living with disabilities, and the aging jour...

In this episode, Ty Mynes is joined by Suzanne Malm from NAMI to discuss her personal and professional experience with mental health and caregiving. Learn more about NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Aging (R)Evolution is a podcast about caregiving, living with disabilities, and the aging journey, produced by JABA. JABA is a private, non-profit Area Agency on Aging serving adults (6...

Dr. Melissa Alemán is a Graduate Director for the Communication and Advocacy Master’s Program at James Madison University. She has done extensive research in multicultural caregiving and family communication. Recently, she was the keynote speaker at JABA's inaugural Embrace Every Season, a speaker and lunch event in support of JABA programs and services. There, she discussed the importance of care...

Dr. Essie Knuckles is an author and a retired Psychologist who spends her time traveling the world, teaching, and writing about living in the Jim Crow era South. We got the chance to speak with Dr. Knuckles about her life, her writing, and Black history in Louisa County, Virginia. Get her book: My Children's Minds Will Not Be the Devil's Workshop: P. Knuckle, Dr. Essie: 9781969644245: Amazon.com :...

In this episode, Ty Mynes is joined by Sonja Schiable from Virginia Assistive Technology System (VATS). Together, they discussed assistive technology and how it can help everyone. Learn more about VATS: Assistive Technology - DARS Aging (R)Evolution is a podcast about caregiving, living with disabilities, and the aging journey, produced by JABA. JABA is a private, non-profit Area Agency on Aging s...

Dale Payne is one of the first Female Army Reserve Enlistees in Central Virgina along with two of her friends. She shared stories of her time in the Reserves with us. This International Women's Day, we celebrate and honor all women who came before us. JABA (Jefferson Area Board for Aging) is a private, non-profit Area Agency on Aging serving adults (60+), adults with disabilities, caregivers, and...

In this episode, Ty Mynes is joined by Margaret DiMeglio, one of JABA's Aging Services Coordinators. Together, they discuss what an Aging Services Coordinator is and how they can help you live better, longer. Learn more at https://www.jabacares.org/podcast . Support starts here: GET HELP NOW — JABA Aging (R)Evolution is a podcast about caregiving, living with disabilities, and the aging journey, p...

In this episode, Ty Mynes is joined by Emily Foreman, Director of Wellness Services at JABA. Together, they discuss JABA's Respite and Enrichment Centers and how the JREC helps members and caregivers. Learn more at https://www.jabacares.org/podcast . Learn more about JABA's Respite and Enrichment Centers: Respite & Enrichments Centers (REC) — JABA Aging (R)Evolution is a podcast about caregivi...

In this episode, Lisa Murray from JABA is joined by Jane Colony Mills, Executive Director of Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry, Rhonda Oliver, Director of Feeding Greene, Hanna Strauss, from Move2Health Equity and the Blue Ridge Hunger Action Coalition, and Emily Foreman, Director of Wellness Services at JABA. Together, they discuss food insecurity, food pantries, and solutions for food access for a...

In this episode, Ty Mynes is joined by Randy Rodgers from JABA's Insurance Counseling Program to discuss Medicare and Open Enrollment. Find more information at https://www.jabacares.org/podcast JABA offers free, unbiased Medicare counseling and educational presentations on Navigating Medicare with Confidence. With support, you can make the best insurance choices. Learn more by calling 434-817-5248...

In this episode, Ty Mynes is joined with Tish Blackwell, JABA's Chief External Affairs Officer and Ernie Reed, Nelson County Central District Supervisor, to discuss some of the issues rural areas like Nelson County are facing. Find more information at https://www.jabacares.org/podcast Ernie Reed is running for reelection as Central District Supervisor of Nelson County. Learn more about Ernie by go...

In this episode, Ty Mynes talks about voting rights for individuals with disabilities with REV UP Virginia. Find more information at https://www.jabacares.org/podcast REV UP Virginia is the local chapter of the national nonprofit organization REV UP, which focuses on increasing civic engagement and improving accessibility in elections for people with disabilities. Its mission is to build the power...

In this episode, Ty Mynes talks about end-of-life caregiving and hospice with Hospice of the Piedmont. Find more information at https://www.jabacares.org/podcast About Hospice of the Piedmont: Since 1980, Hospice of the Piedmont has been leading families in Virginia through the experience of serious illness and death. They are a nonprofit with the mission to guide life’s final journey with experti...

In this episode, Ty Mynes discusses Older Americans Month, Ageism, and intergenerational relationships with Marta Keane, retired (reinvented) CEO of JABA. Find more information at https://www.jabacares.org/podcast Aging (R)Evolution is a podcast about caregiving, living with disabilities, and the aging journey, produced by JABA. JABA is a private, non-profit Area Agency on Aging serving adults (60...