The GERO-Juice: Hot Spot for Aging News

Check out this reply of Atlanta male educators: Dr. Darrell Groves and Rev. Darnell F. Marshall!!

Personal trainer to seniors, Sheila McCoy, talks about her fitness journey and why she loves training older adults. Learn a ways to recognize seniors on National Senior Citizen's Day, and what are the issues affecting the nation's older adults. And who is the second oldest person in the nation?

Mari K. Bell, founder of No Ma'am Nation talks about entering older adulthood, middle-age triumphs, and caregiving. Find out how grandparents can support their children and grandchildren throughout the school year with some great back-to-school ideas for the whole family. Find out how an older couple in Taiwan is changing the game in fashion. And join us as we pay tribute to DJ Casper, creator of...

Dr. Glenna Brewster, assistant professor at the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University, shares her research on sleep distubances among individuals with cognitive impairment. Summer 2023 has seen record breaking numbers in temperatures, but how does extreme heat affect adults over 50? Also, who is Everett Kalin? What does the front porch culture mean in Black and Southern commu...

LCDR Israel Cross gives us the 411 on how his military background and caregiving experience have shaped his journey in the field of aging. Professional staff in long term care settings may need to modify how they create activities for men living with dementia with special attention to his background and form career. China has released a global invention to help prevent fall injuries.

Chairman Jeffrey E. Turner shares the joys and jewels of Clayton County Georgia. Lamar Odom is changing the game in affordable senior living. AARP lists a few ways couples can live peacefully in retirement. Who know Janet Jackson sampled a 1969 hit from Diana Ross and the Supremes.

Great news coming from the FDA with the drug Lecanomab receiving traditional FDA approval. How will this affect those diagnosed with early Alzheimer's and caregivers? Many older adults are choosing to remain in their homes and age-in-place, how can families make huge adjustments on a budget? Guess which Dutch supermarket has changed the game in checkout lanes to address senior loneliness and isola...

July kicks off the GERO-Juice summer music series starting off with recognition of hip hop's pioneers such as Sugar Hill Gang and Doug E. Fresh. AARP republishes an article exposing seven common grilling mistakes and how to practice backyard bbq food safety. Nelson Heard shares his Peachtree Road Race experience and how to prepare for the race. July is minority mental health month and

Closing out the month of June with a replay of the June 2022 interview with Dr. Fayron Epps, Founder of Alter. Dr. Epps reminds listeners in this clip of the benefits to becoming an Alter partner and the "why" behind Alter. Also, listen to how Medicare supports those recipients who suffer from mental health disorders. What coverage can Medicare recipients expect from Part A-D? And name that tv sho...

Dr. Vonetta Dodson talks about living a brain healthy lifestyle with tools from her program: Cerebrofit Integrated Brain Health. Can laxatives and herbal supplements be harmful to your kidneys? Listen in to find out which medications may be harmful to your kidneys, and who is more vulnerable to developing kidney disfunction. Also, find out how Rick Ross is giving back to his community and the five...

Chat with Pastor Martin Jakes about what fathers really want for Father's Day. June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Find out how you can advocate for victims of elder abuse, and why is elder abuse underreported? Also, how can you ease the task of bathing your loved one who has dementia? Listen to bathing tips by @dementiadarling.

Author, dementia educator, and licensed gerontological social worker, Dr. Macie P. Smith talks about her book and her new television show, Demenia Divas. And, what are you doing with those annoying Medicare marketing flyers? Find out what to keep and what to throw away. Also, wrapping up our talk on being kind to your brain. Who is your biggest brain advocate?

June jumps off so many great celebrations!!! GERO-Juice is happy to introduce Alzheimer's and brain awareness month with tips on how to be kind to your brain. How can you show your grandparents you care for National Care for your Grandparents month? If you don't have a clue or ran out of ideas, listen in as your favorite host, Adrianne D. Jones, gives you a few suggestions on how to give back and...

Torrence Mack is making his way from Florida to Georgia to decrease the senior technology divide. On this show he gives listeners the 411 on how his company, TDM Technologies Intl, LLC is educating seniors on computer and smartphone use. Kay Sibetta, associate director of community outreach for AARP Georgia talks about creating sustainable age-friendly communities. Dr. Sumi Ittan, center medical d...

Aging Unbound is not only for older adults! Find out how millennials view older adulthood, as we speak with Justus Wiseman, founder of "Talk Yo Talk Tuesdays". And listen to community partner Adah Silver give the 411 on aging unbound from the lens of a Black Women in America. Also, find out where are retirees moving to next? Florida? Texas? California? And why are retirees selling their homes? Als...

Last minute Mother's Day ideas that will not break the bank! Also, listen as one Alter church partner shares her thoughts on how the dementia education program has helped her church and community. And as we honor nurses for national nurses month, the GERO-Juice sends a big shoutout to Alter founder and nurse scientist, Dr. Fayron Epps.

The GERO-Juice celebrates one year anniversary!! This year the theme for Older American's month is Aging Unbound. What does that mean? How can we amplify all senior experiences. In recognition of mental health month, Ginger L. Wilkerson, LMFT gives us the 411 on establishing healthy boundaries in middle adulthood. And learn ways on how to plan large events post pandemic

Did you know a person's negative view of aging can have a negative affect on their cognition? Listen for some ways promote positive aging thoughts. Also, find out how to how to support minority adults diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease.

Medication reminders and common medication mistakes with John L. Webb, Jr., Founder of Medication Call Reminder. The Georgia Department of Human Services Senior Hunger and Nutrition Coordinator, Dr. Temitope Walker gives the 411 of how senior hunger is being addressed in Georgia.

April is Jazz Appreciation month, listen to sounds from Dianne Reeves and Gerald Albright. Aging While Black is sensitive, yet necessary subject. On this episode Raymond Jetson, the force behind Aging While Black, gives us the 411 on how to amplify the voices of Black older adults by using three pillars. And find out how one Colorado city is changing the scope of multigenerational communities.

April is Parkinson's Awareness month. This episodes gives the 411 on Parkinson's Disease: the symptoms, risk factors, treatment. Also, what are the importance of senior centers to some older adults? A Florida study shares the outcomes of why seniors attend their local senior center. And how can families spice up their Easter holiday with fun activities for the whole family?

Catch throwback interviews from guests Ashley Stevens, "The Dementia Guru", Matt Golden, co-founder of MapHabit, and Christina Peoples, creator of GERO_What.

Talking with Christina Peoples, gerontologist, and founder of GERO-What about ageism and preparing for an age inclusive culture. Also, how do aging leaders stay relevant in an everchanging industry? And learn about how to cope with hoarding in dementia patients.

Paul Pelt, EVP, of Sales and Marketing for Keenly Health talks about technology in long-term care and the ever-growing, virtual medical assistant. This device has proved to be a life-saver among caregives. And, how about the word, "auntie"...is it endearing and respectful or does it have a negative connotation? Some celebrities are shying away from the word, but why? Also, how do you incorporate m...

March Madness continues with senior in the spotlight, Terrie Montgomery, as she shares her inspirational story of living with dementia and overcoming other health obstacles. Also, learn the risk factors of malnutrition in oder adults and diagnosing ADHD in seniors.