Aging Today Podcast

This week, nutrition experts Don Fries and Bev Bow (co-founders of Healthy World Sedona) shared tips about eating super-healthy whole foods and plant-based meals while traveling. In this era of mobility, eating out can play havoc with our nutritional discipline, especially for anyone who wants to maintain the integrity of a whole-food regimen. Don and Bev are often on the road and have faced these...

This week, Attorney Joe Greenman takes us through the many forms of elder abuse and updates us on what victims and concerned family members can do to make their voices heard. Sadly, elder abuse can take many forms and can happen in many places that seniors call home. Joe is a champion of older generations and believes our elders must be honored. He generously shares his insights on how to recogniz...

Retired judge Carolyn Miller Parr of ToughConversations.net joins us for Part 2 of a conversation we started last week. We discuss her newest book, Loves Way: Living Peacefully with Your Family as Your Parents Age. This week, she shares her insights on how families can get along in a healthy, loving way as Mom and Dad age. Retired judge and author, Carolyn Miller Parr is back to share her insights...

This week, Carolyn Miller Parr joined us. She is a Retired Judge, Mediator & Author who shares her insights about how families can live in peace as their parents' age. In her newest book, Love’s Way: Living Peacefully with Your Family as Your Parents Age, she outlines the positive ways adult children can deal with their aging parents. It is a practical handbook that helps us all understand the imp...

This week, Kara Griffey, Walk Director, and Matt Gannon, Program Specialist, from the Oregon & Southwest Washington chapter of the Alzheimer's Association joined us to talk about putting an end to Alzheimer’s. Nationally, the Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization offering care, support, and research for those with Alzheimer’s disease. Kara and Matt are from the regio...

This week, Dr. Warren Wolf talks about the challenges of caregivers and the attributes that make the most successful ones. It’s a demanding profession because it’s a life spent in two worlds simultaneously. That may be why only one percent of our population are professional caregivers. As our world ages around us, where are we going to find enough caregivers for our aging population? And who are t...

This week, Don Fries and Bev Bow, co-founders of Healthy World Sedona, tell us how to add years to your life and life to your years Part 2 – and many of the solutions are delicious. If you have ever been curious about what a plant-based diet might mean to your health and longevity, this is your chance to find out. Don and Bev Fries talk about the benefits of plant-based nutrition to prevent -- and...

This week, Don Fries and Bev Bow, co-founders of Healthy World Sedona, tell us how to add years to your life and life to your years – and many of the solutions are delicious. If you have ever been curious about what a plant-based diet might mean to your health and longevity, this is your chance to find out. Don and Bev Fries talk about the benefits of plant-based nutrition to prevent -- and in man...

This week, Steve Toll talked with us about Boomers, the largest generation in history, coming of age. Music plays a powerful role in our lives at every age, but for Boomers, everything about music changed in their generation. As Boomers age, that groundbreaking music triggers memories of simpler times and carefree days, and it plays a significant role in helping the Boomer population to age gracef...

This week, Steve Toll, Care Enhancement Program Director from ComForCare Home Care, joins us for a program called “America the Beautiful,” a celebration of the nation’s inspiring patriotic songs. All of us at Aging in Portland honors those who have, through patriotism and dedication, contributed to our country, and we salute them together through the power of music. It’s an uplifting discussion an...

In Part 3 of Parkinson's Awareness month, JJ Flentke of Boomerang Therapy Works, shares how they are making a difference for those living with Parkinson's. Exercise is Medicine! They are the first and only wellness center in Vancouver and Portland Metro Area which is focused on specialized Parkinson's treatments. JJ's energy is contagious, motivating, and she will get you moving.

This week, Alyssa Elting McGuire, Consultant and Training Specialist from Oregon Care Home Consulting, joins us to discuss the opportunities and licensing steps required to turn a home or property into an Adult Care Home for the elderly. Oregon Care Home Consulting provides support, training, and resources for people who want to convert the use of their home or real estate investment. Don't miss t...

Dementia care is never easy. However, a highly trained caregiver can help create better days for those living with dementia. Kate Bodin, DementiaWise Coordinator, and Caregiver Kayla McGranahan of ComForCare Home Care of West Linn share how they are training caregivers to create better days for their clients. Making a difference and helping people to live their best lives is how ComForCare caregiv...

Our guest, Joe Greenman of Lane Powell is the chair for the Governors Commission on Senior Services. The commission is coming to West Linn, June 13 to address everything Senior. The public is invited to the meeting and all attending are welcome to share ideas to help Seniors live their best life possible.

When it comes to the environment, we Americans love to volunteer. Millions of us recycle, grow our own vegetables, and even clean our beloved hiking trails. But have you given much thought to the ultimate act of environmental volunteerism? You know, the one gift you give... after you die? We love to be eco-friendly at Cornerstone Funeral in Boring, Oregon.

Emily-Rose joins us for our last ALS program in the month of May. Creating a world without ALS requires advocates. There are 4 main events for you to show your support. The Bicycle Ride, The Walk, Skiing, and next years Gayla. Learn how you can make a difference.

The month of May is ALS Awareness. Who better to have on the show than Lance Christian, Executive Director of the ALS Association of Oregon and SW WA. Together we can create a world without ALS.

May is ALS Awareness Month. Stephanie Rudeen, Director of Donor Engagement, ALS Association of Oregon and SW WA is in the studio. Since the Ice Bucket Challenge 5 years ago...ALS Association wants to keep challenging us. 'CHALLENGE ME' We won't rest till ALS is defeated. Join us in Creating a World without ALS!

There is a new group of leaders and innovators forming in Portland, led by Ted Hillison, chapter Ambassador. It's Aging 2.0! Founded in 2012, Aging2.0 strives to accelerate innovation to address the biggest challenges and opportunities in aging. Aging2.0’s international, interdisciplinary and intergenerational community has grown to 40k+ innovators across 20+ countries. The mission is simple...LEA...

In Part 3 of Parkinson's Awareness month, JJ Flentke of Boomerang Therapy Works shares how they are making a difference for those living with Parkinson's. Exercise is Medicine! They are the first and only wellness center in the Vancouver and Portland Metro Area which is focused on specialized Parkinson's treatments. JJ's energy is contagious, motivating, and she will get you moving.

Part 2 in our series on Parkinson Disease. Dr. Deborah Bier, Decoding Dementia, joins us to discuss this movement disorder. Living with Parkinson's can be a challenge, but it is not the end. Connect with the right Neurologist, develop a life plan and live your best life possible. Stay active.

The month of April is Parkinson awareness month. Steve Toll, ComForCare joins us on today's program explaining this movement disorder, the medications applied and several non-pharmacological methods to treat Parkinson's. Physical activities are very important to living your best life possible

Activities of Daily Living (ADL's) will keep people alive. However, it is Meaningful Activities that create a life that's worth living. Steve Toll of ComForCare Home Care joins us on the show today to discuss that the real passion in our lives comes from Meaningful Activities. Research supports promoting activities in to the daily routine of those living with dementia.

Dementia care is never easy. However, a highly trained caregiver can help create better days for those living with dementia. Kate Bodin, DementiaWise Coordinator, and Caregiver Kayla McGranahan of ComForCare Home Care of West Linn share how they are training caregivers to create better days for their clients. Making a difference and helping people to live their best lives is how ComForCare caregiv...

"The ache for home lives in all of us, the safe place where we can go as we are and not be questioned"...Families and those living with dementia have the need to feel safe. A feeling of safety often begins with Caregivers. Steve Toll of ComForCare shares some very important principles on creating a safe environment for those living with dementia.