ProAging Podcast

A discussion between Steve Gurney from Positive Aging Community and two leaders in cognitive health, Dr. Doug Elwood, Chief Medical Officer at Sunday Health, and Dr. Emer MacSweeney, founder and CEO of Recognition Health. The conversation highlights an...

A discussion between Steve Gurney from Positive Aging Community and two leaders in cognitive health, Dr. Doug Elwood, Chief Medical Officer at Sunday Health, and Dr. Emer MacSweeney, founder and CEO of Recognition Health. The conversation highlights an innovative partnership aimed at improving access to cognitive care and early detection of neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer's....

The Positive Aging Community hosted a compelling and interactive discussion with the Purple Heart Foundation, co-hosted by Jim Hatch. The event, now available to watch on YouTube, brought together experts and advocates dedicated to supporting veterans,...

The Positive Aging Community hosted a compelling and interactive discussion with the Purple Heart Foundation, co-hosted by Jim Hatch. The event, now available to watch on  YouTube , brought together experts and advocates dedicated to supporting veterans, particularly as they transition into civilian life and explore new career opportunities. Jim Hatch, representing the Purple Heart Foundation, ope...

A live and interactive discussion with one of the leading voices in elder care policy that will provide insights into the complex world of aging services during this period of policy uncertainty. Howard Gleckman, a senior fellow at the Urban Institute ...

A live and interactive discussion with one of the leading voices in elder care policy that will provide insights into the complex world of aging services during this period of policy uncertainty. Howard Gleckman, a senior fellow at the Urban Institute and author of Caring for Our Parents will provide a comprehensive analysis drawing on his expertise in tax policy, elder care, and healthcare. https...

Steve Gurney from Positive Aging Community delivered an engaging live presentation for WFAHA on leveraging LinkedIn for professional networking and community building. He emphasized the importance of having a complete and professional LinkedIn profile,...

Steve Gurney from Positive Aging Community delivered an engaging live presentation for WFAHA on leveraging LinkedIn for professional networking and community building. He emphasized the importance of having a complete and professional LinkedIn profile, likening it to dressing appropriately for a networking event. Gurney shared practical tips on optimizing LinkedIn profiles, including using tools l...

Learn tips on how to stay safe, be brave, and fall in love again! Kathleen McGuinness, a widow who began online dating at age 69 after a long marriage, is set to share her insights in a live discussion focused on online dating for seniors. Join us for ...

Learn tips on how to stay safe, be brave, and fall in love again! Kathleen McGuinness, a widow who began online dating at age 69 after a long marriage, is set to share her insights in a live discussion focused on online dating for seniors. Join us for a live & interactive discussion where she shares key tips for staying safe, being courageous, and finding love again in the online dating landsc...

Delve into the profound topic of awareness in individuals with dementia, even in the nonverbal, non-responsive, or later stages of the condition. Join us for a discussion led by the internationally renowned thought-leader and author of Journey Through ...

Delve into the profound topic of awareness in individuals with dementia, even in the nonverbal, non-responsive, or later stages of the condition. Join us for a discussion led by the internationally renowned thought-leader and author of Journey Through the Infinite Mind. Katya De Luisa brings a compassionate perspective and deep understanding of dementia, challenging conventional views on the inner...

We’ve all been aging since the day we were born, but is there a right time to start thinking about senior living? For Steve Gurney, it was in his early 40s. During a yearlong project, Steve moved into five different senior living communities to get the...

We’ve all been aging since the day we were born, but is there a right time to start thinking about senior living? For Steve Gurney, it was in his early 40s. During a yearlong project, Steve moved into five different senior living communities to get the full experience. Steve will share firsthand insight and advice about what to look for when searching for a senior living community. This is the per...

Steve Gurney from the Positive Aging Community interviewed Katie McQuaid, author of the "Everybody Loves Grace" book series, and Tyra Hunter from Care Partners. The "Everybody Loves Grace" series, initially intended for children, has found a unique pla...

Steve Gurney from the Positive Aging Community interviewed Katie McQuaid, author of the "Everybody Loves Grace" book series, and Tyra Hunter from Care Partners. The "Everybody Loves Grace" series, initially intended for children, has found a unique place in senior care. The books are used in reminiscence therapy, helping seniors recall past experiences and engage socially. The...

A live and interactive discussion with Steve Guttenberg about his new book Time to Thank: Caregiving for my Hero which discusses Steve’s journey to stardom and navigating the path he took when he dropped everything to become his father’s caregiver when...

A live and interactive discussion with Steve Guttenberg about his new book Time to Thank: Caregiving for my Hero which discusses Steve’s journey to stardom and navigating the path he took when he dropped everything to become his father’s caregiver when he was diagnosed with kidney failure. Steve Guttenberg is a beloved Hollywood actor, known for his role in films including Diner, Police Academy, S...

Learn about the innovative Namaste Care program developed by Joyce Simard which is a loving approach to caring for people, especially those with advanced dementia. Find out how Williamsburg Landing the first community in the State of Virginia to use th...

Learn about the innovative Namaste Care program developed by Joyce Simard which is a loving approach to caring for people, especially those with advanced dementia. Find out how Williamsburg Landing the first community in the State of Virginia to use the Namaste Care Program is utilizing it to improve the lives of their residents and families.  Pattie Gaudio ADC/MC, CADDCT, CDP Dementia Services Ed...

Join us for a special NRSRN Lunch that will explore Frontotemporal disorders (FTD), sometimes called frontotemporal dementia. While the most common form of dementia among all age groups is Alzheimer’s disease, Frontotemporal degeneration (FTD) is the m...

Join us for a special NRSRN Lunch that will explore Frontotemporal disorders (FTD), sometimes called frontotemporal dementia. While the most common form of dementia among all age groups is Alzheimer’s disease, Frontotemporal degeneration (FTD) is the most common for those diagnosed before age 60. It can occur as early as 21and as late as 80. FTD differs from other types of dementia in that memory...

The challenge our society faces is how to improve the health, well being and longevity of people who are already old. How can we harness the power unleashed by elders who choose to grow old rather than merely get old? Strength, purpose and belonging ar...

The challenge our society faces is how to improve the health, well being and longevity of people who are already old. How can we harness the power unleashed by elders who choose to grow old rather than merely get old? Strength, purpose and belonging are legitimate pursuits for older people. Aging is simply the name we give to growth when we are no longer young.  Dr. Bill Thomas is a prolific autho...

Listen to a recording of a live and in-person discussion that was held at the impressive JK Moving headquarters in front of their innovative training house in a warehouse. Our panel of four sharing their real-life stories of moving and downsizing exper...