Aging Today Podcast

A Reverse Mortgage could be the one asset you need to remain independent in your own Home. How do they work? Is it right for me? Andrew Hennen from Finance of America Mortgage will discuss how a reverse mortgage works. He will candidly address the myths and misconceptions on how to leave yourself with a viable option to remain independent in your own home.

The long and winding road of a senior can be hard. But with the right roadmap and guide, the road of seniorhood can be much smoother. That is where Troy Kindy, licensed clinical social worker, comes in to help seniors and their families navigate the pitfalls of old being a senior. Troy provides mental health services and case management services for older adults, and counseling and support for fam...

America's leading Grief Guide, Georgena Eggleston, returns to discuss the top stress points in seniors. What are the signs of depression, and how can our seniors live healthy lives?

Stress can be the precursor to depression. What are the signs? Georgena Eggleston is America's Grief Guide, and she will be discussing the signs of depression.

A Reverse Mortgage could be the one asset you need to remain independent in your own Home. How do they work? Is it right for me? Andrew Hennen from Finance of America Mortgage will discuss how a reverse mortgage works. He will candidly address the myths and misconceptions on how to leave yourself with a viable option to remain independent in your own home.

Joanne Kantor and her team of ComForCare Caregivers discuss the real value of highly-skilled caregivers. Caregiving begins as an art form to be practiced...but in the end, caregiving is a matter of the heart.

Is this really possible? An awesome day and dementia? It almost sounds like an oxymoron at first. How do you create an awesome day? Christy Turner, the Dementia Sherpa, shares how it can be done.

Christy Turner, the Dementia Sherpa, shares the secret to creating better days for those with dementia. Is it really possible to not argue? Stop by today's s program to hear Christy pinpoint 16 strategies that will change your life and the way you communicate with loved ones living with dementia.

Join our guest Matt Gannon as he utilizes his 14 years of hands-on experience in dementia care. Why do people living with dementia become aggressive and combative? Matt talks about the importance of a plan. He also talks about what to do when even the best-laid plans fail.

The holidays are supposed to be filled with family and good cheer, right? Not so fast . . . For those living with dementia, the holidays are anything but joyous. Why is that? Is there any hope to change things? Join our super guests, Matt Gannon and Christy Turner, as they discuss how you can bring a little holiday cheer back to those living with dementia.

The foundation to any relationship and especially those living with dementia is...COMMUNICATION! Christy Turner, owner of The Dementia Sherpa, joins us for a four-part which will help us to discover the right communication skills and strategies for those living with Dementia. Practice communicating respect, kindness, and love...stay calm and flexible.

Donnie Graham knows a thing or two about Smart Living. After being diagnosed and living with ALS for the past three years, Donnie has transformed his ordinary ranch style house into a Smart home. Donnie has always been intrigued by how things work. A former circuit board designer and a home remodeler, he now spends his days confined by a wheelchair in body only. Drawing upon his wisdom, he is tran...

Hear Todd Williams of Accurate Hearing Centers! While hearing devices are a necessary tool to present the brain with the auditory information that the ears won't carry naturally, this is only the beginning for our patients. We spend the majority of our time and resources after the fitting of hearing devices utilizing deliberate listening exercises aimed at strengthening the brain's cognitive abili...

Bill Cohen is a caregiver support group leader and speaker, an Alzheimer's Association volunteer, and a caregiving consultant. His loving and talented mother Sheila lost her home to Hurricane Katrina. Then she lost her health, her ability to create beautiful art, and ultimately, her life due to Alzheimer's. For almost 10 years, Bill was more than just her oldest son--he was her primary caregiver a...

Have You Heard? Ginger Skinner of Skinner Law, joins us in our discussion on Guardianships & Conservatorships. WHO is looking out for your best interests? WHO can serve in these positions? WHAT do these terms mean? WHAT are the Pros and Cons? WHAT are the Duties? WHEN are these designations necessary? Ginger's advice will help us navigate this issue!

The basic ingredients of a great estate plan. Do you have a will? A revocable living trust? Advanced directive? Power of Attorney? Beneficiary forms? Do you know where to store your documents? Ginger Skinner (attorney, farm girl, salmon fisherman, and native Oregonian) tells it like it is. You should have a plan--and she can help.

The Caregiver Training Institute is Portland's premier place to train to secure a better future for yourself in the high-demand medical field. Offering nursing assistant classes on an accelerated schedule during the day, on weekends, and online, you can find something that best fits your schedule. CNA-2 classes are also offered on day and evening schedules. In addition, you can attend medication...

Tuning in? Christy Turner, the Dementia Sherpa, has been navigating the trails of dementia care and honing her craft for the last 17 years. She helps families figure out where their loved one is in the disease process, then creates an action plan to address both immediate concerns and those that are likely to show up in the future. Learn to communicate in a way that makes sense to people living wi...

Boots were made for walking... On August 10th, our gathering of boots will walk all over Alzheimer's. Every dollar raised at the 2017 Walk to End Alzheimer's benefits those affected by Alzheimer's disease in the Portland community. Sarah Holland and Kara Griffey will talk about the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer's and the wonderful care and support resources and research that it funds! The Oregon...

Are you tuning In? Georgena Eggleston is our special guest as we discuss aging and spirituality. Do you know the difference between loneliness and aloneness? Keep living your life with a deeper connection with Almighty God. Here's the cold, hard truth. We are all going to die someday. The real question is...how are YOU Living?

The golden years are supposed to be golden, aren't they? Others find these years overwhelming. The reasons vary and include loneliness, isolation, lasting complications or pain, economic lifestyle changes, the stress of caring for a disabled spouse, the lack of the robustness of youth, or a combination of these and other factors. Friends and loved ones, as well as caregivers, should learn the basi...

Tim Bush is our remarkable guest who doesn't allow the Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy that he has lived with for 31 years impede his message of raising awareness and advocating for the disabled community. His mission is simple: educate youth on disabilities, change negative ways of thinking, create a positive outlook on life, and fight negative stereotypes. His desire is to help others access belief...

Seniors love their pets. Unfortunately, many seniors are unable to drive their beloved pets to receive veterinary care. Blue Door Veterinary Mobile care will come to your door. They have the space to perform full exams, give vaccines, microchip pets, run blood work, perform other laboratory testing as needed, take digital x-rays, and perform dental cleanings and surgeries under general anesthesia...

Are you tuning in? Meals on Wheels People has been changing lives one meal at a time since 1970. With the help of more than 5,000 volunteers, the nonprofit organization now serves 5,000 meals daily and 1 million meals each year. Behind every great community that serves, there are great servant leaders. Suzanne Washington has served as the Executive Director for Meals on Wheels People since 2014. T...

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