Sage Aging

Show Notes Receiving a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease can be devastating. It's not a disease the average person knows very much about so the initial emotions coupled with the lack of knowledge about what comes next can be really overwhelming. In this episode Ginny Wolfe, a Parkinson's and Alzheimer's Educator, gives us a good overview of what Parkinson's is and shares great resources as well. Li...

This Week There is much to consider when planning for the later years of life and it feels overwhelming to some, but it doesn't have to be! In this episode, TL Johnson shares his 8 step plan. Bookmark this episode - there are a lot of easy and practical steps you will want to apply to your own life plan! ( Full Blog Post ) Links and Resources We Mentioned Polk ElderCare Guide Rath Senior Connectio...

To say that Medicare is confusing would be an understatement. The options are many, and it can be difficult to navigate the maze and choose the plan that's right for you. The good news is you don't have to navigate Medicare on your own. In this episode we cover the basics of Medicare with guest Jennifer Mullins, a licensed insurance agent with Humana. Links & Resources About Jennifer Mullins &...

About This Episode Caring for an aging loved one is not for the faint of heart. Having said that, it is one of the greatest honors and privileges to show that kind of love and compassion to one that you hold dear. Susanne White, Caregiver Warrior, shares her caregiving story and gives us some practical, sage caregiver advice. She was a lovely guest and I know you will enjoy her light spirit a...

Probate. Now there’s a term that affects many, but is understood by few. What is probate? Is it a good thing or a bad thing? Should I try to avoid it or can it be a good tool? If you are looking for an understanding of what probate is and what it does, then you'll want to listen to this episode! Here's What We Cover What is Estate Administration What is probate Does every estate go through probate...

70% of people over the age of 65 will need long term care and support in their lifetime. With the high cost of care, how can you prepare in advance? Will Medicaid cover the cost of care? What benefits do you have access to as a veteran or spouse of a veteran? If you need answers about Medicaid planning and Veteran’s benefits then this is the podcast episode for you. This is episode 13 and the four...

About This Episode This is the second episode in a five-part series on Elder Law. In episode 10 we discussed the basic elements of estate planning and why it's important. If you missed that, be sure to double back and give it a listen because it was packed with a lot of great unnecessary information. In this episode we discussed guardianship. Planning ahead legally for the later years of life with...

Elder Law Explained: Estate Planning, is the first episode of a five-part series addressing the legal side of the aging process. We've all heard that saying "Nothing is sure but death and taxes", but I'd argue that confusion surrounding legal matters as we age is a pretty sure thing. Did you know that less than 40% of adults aged 50 and older have an estate plan in place? Are you aware that an est...

The Baby Boomer generation, 73 million strong, are entering the 65+ age group at a rate of 10,000 per day in the United States. By the year 2030, all Baby Boomers will have joined the 65+ club placing a lot of stress on the senior housing industry. So what does senior housing of the future look like and what changes are coming to accommodate the rapidly growing need? A 30 minute podcast episode is...

Navigating the aging journey for yourself or a loved one can be overwhelming. It’s difficult to know where to begin and the fear that you are missing something very important always lingers. You are not alone. In episode 6 we discussed Home Care options (if you missed that you can find episode 6 at SageAging.us along with our whole catalog of shows). The option we will discuss in this episode Is a...

If you’re a family caregiver or anyone engaged in senior care for that matter, chances are you’ve had some confusion about the types of in-home care available at one point or another. And that is totally understandable. You’ve probably heard terms like, homemaker companion, personal care aide, home health aide, in-home care, nurse registry, and the list goes on. Confusing right? You’re wondering,...

About This Episode What is Sage-ing? Simply put, Sage-ing is a different, more positive approach to growing older. It’s about walking in mindfulness and looking at the things in your life and trying to harvest our life's wisdom. Chuck Warren shares the history of Sage-ing and the positivity it has brought to his life. About Chuck Warren Chuck grew up in north Florida and spent most of his working...

About Nicole Ramer Nicole, a Professional Organizer and Certified Senior Move Manager® is the owner of Organized Haven. She and her team have been serving the Central Florida area since 2013, assisting seniors and their families with the emotional and physical challenges of decluttering, downsizing, and moving, or aging-in-place. Nicole has been a member of Better Living for Seniors Polk since 201...

Building on last week's discussion, Coping With Stress and Anxiety in Uncertain times (listen here: Bit.ly/SageEp1)Kathy Black, PhD, professor of Social Work and Aging Studies at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee discusses social isolation and the effect it can have on both our physical and mental well-being. Listen to this episode to get a better understanding of what social isolat...