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Let's Elevate Eldercare Together! Every great eldercare community has a unique story, and there are many paths toward providing high-quality, person-directed services and supports for older adults. That's why we launched Elevate Eldercare—to bring together thought leaders, activists, and advocates in the field of aging services and give them a space where thoughtful discourse and diverse perspectives flow freely. Join Susan Ryan, CEO of AgingIN (formerly Center for Innovation), every Wednesd ...
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Senior Care Made Simple dives into the vital topics surrounding senior health, aging and caregiving. Hosted by Horizon Care Services CEO Andrea Albertini, each episode features expert insights, real stories, and practical advice to help families, caregivers and seniors navigate the journey of aging with dignity, independence and well-being. Brought to you by Horizon Care Services - because aging well is living well.
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Welcome to the Financial Advocate podcast. Each month, we'll simplify one financial planning topic into a quick 5-10 minute episode. Download show notes and additional resources at MarylandFinancialAdvocates.com Disclosures: Copyright © 2018 Maryland Financial Advocates. All Rights Reserved. The financial consultants of Maryland Financial Advocates are Registered Representatives and Investment Adviser Representatives with securities and investment advisory services offered through LPL Financ ...
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Welcome to Healthcare Redefined: Advocating for Aging Adults and Their Families, where we empower families to navigate the complexities of aging and healthcare. Presented by Your Nurse Advocate Consulting, we share real stories, expert advice, and practical tools to help you and your loved ones confidently navigate aging with dignity. We explore topics like creating collaborative care plans, demystifying Medicare, handling healthcare crises, and preparing for the future. Join us as we transf ...
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Care Giver Life with Dignity Podcast

Fran Piekarski and Sue Salach-Cutler

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Sue Salach-Cutler and Fran Piekarski co-host this podcast on the challenges caregivers face when helping their loved ones. Each episode is committed in ensuring that our listeners, and those they care for, live a life with dignity, no matter their mental or physical state. We advocate for our listeners in a system that grows more complicated each year. https://habaneromedia.net/
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Torchlight’s Eldercare Illuminated empowers family caregivers as they overcome obstacles and navigate the complexities of caring for an ill or aging loved one. Tune in for conversations with top eldercare experts, practitioners, or experienced caregivers who can provide practical advice and hands-on tips designed to help you simplify your life while meeting your loved one’s needs. Want full access to Torchlight’s online caregiving platform, including personalized action plans, eGuides, and t ...
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Caregiving Coach

Cheryl Gullo

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Whether you have been on a caregiving journey, you are currently on a caregiving journey or you anticipate being on one soon, Cheryl Gullo, the caregiving coach is here to encourage you, uplift you and offer you support and guidance along the way. She draws from her years of experience both professionally and personally working with families who are caring for loved ones. Her transparency is refreshing and her stories are heartfelt and relatable.
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Eldercare Success

Nancy May, CareManity, LLC

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Join us in Doing it Best with Eldercare Success where we explore ways to relieve the stress, exhaustion and overwhelm that we all face in caring for an aging parent, frail spouse, or partner. Fear, frustration, emotional and financial strain do not have to be your MO! In this show, we dive into unraveling the tricks, traps, and gotchas that create more questions than answers while caring for those we love. Join Nancy May, and her guests as she helps relieve the pressures and delivers solid w ...
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Welcome to the ElderCare Insights by Welcome Back Home Care with Lee Berkowitz, the podcast designed to help you navigate the complex world of elder care. We know the questions and concerns you're grappling with–we've been there too. Each episode is packed with answers to your FAQs, solutions to common challenges, and the essential tools you need to make informed decisions. We'll introduce you to experts that help you navigate this important phase of life. At 'ElderCare Insights,' we believe ...
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The YOGI M.D. Podcast empowers the Wise Woman to make her health a priority in order to thrive through all the stages of her life. Defining health cannot be constrained by the simplistic formula of diet and exercise alone. That’s why I interview experts, to expand her definition of health to include physical, mental, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual well being. That’s why I talk to inspiring women and men who share the lessons they’ve embraced on their journeys to holistic heal ...
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The CNBC-TV18 Special Podcast covers trends that have an impact on the daily lives of the masses. Experts from sectors like economy, healthcare, banking, finance, autos and technology will discuss the latest developments in various fields. Tune in to the CNBC-TV18 Special Podcast for more.
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The Caring Generation® | Caregiver Expert Advice & Tips

Pamela D Wilson | Caregiver, Elderly Care, & Caregiving Expert

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Caregiver tips and caregiver support from Pamela D. Wilson, caregiving expert. Tune in for caregiver advice, eldercare solutions, senior care tips, and proven advice. Gain knowledge to overcome the challenges of navigating healthcare, planning for the financial costs of care, aging and health, identifying legal strategies to support elder rights, and managing complex family relationships. Wilson's 25-year career as an expert witness, geriatric care manager, professional fiduciary, and owner ...
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What if you could eliminate the guilt of putting family or work first, the overwhelm of all the things, and the stress of disintegrating boundaries—while breaking the glass ceiling in whatever shoes you choose? Job sharing is a partnership between two people to share the responsibilities of one full-time position. Whether you’re looking to work differently for true work-life balance or an employer looking to retain and recruit diverse talent, you’re in the right place. Melissa Nicholson, for ...
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GSA on Aging

The Gerontological Society of America

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The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) brings together educators, clinicians, administrators, researchers, and students who share their experiences, expertise, and innovations in aging. The GSA On Aging Podcast series covers a wide range of topics related to aging and gerontology. It features interviews with experts and discussions on research papers published in various GSA journals. The series explores various aspects of aging, including dementia, technology, ageism, age-friendly comm ...
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Each episode Dan speaks with an interesting person in some interesting discipline, getting them to say interesting things. Then the funny happens. Or the depth. Did he or his guest get it wrong? Go on the podcast and correct his crazy ways and understand your point of view. He's up for the chat! Dan is a centrist by nature, occasionally taking sides on either side of the political spectrum. Old-school definitions call this "critical thinking", or perhaps "willing to compromise". Modern spin ...
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In our final replay of 2025's most popular conversations, Lisa McCracken, head of research and analytics at the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care (NIC), sits down with AgingIN CEO Susan Ryan to discuss her organization's work to demystify the financial side of eldercare with data. In what was a clear-eyed forecast of the year, M…
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In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with the Development Director of the Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) to uncover the powerful work happening behind the scenes of one of the region’s most impactful nonprofits. For nearly 60 years, OACAC has been quietly transforming lives—helping individuals and families break cycles of pove…
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IT'S PART II! Sex and intimacy don’t have an expiration date—but they do change over time. In this candid and educational conversation, Dr. Maureen Whelihan joins Senior Care Made Simple to break down the myths surrounding sex after 70, explain what’s normal, and offer practical advice for seniors, caregivers, and adult children navigating this oft…
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75% of family caregivers are women—and it's daughters carrying the burden. They lose $300,000 on average in lifetime earnings. This one is deeply personal. My mom came into my care with Alzheimer's overnight during the 2021 snowpocalypse. Nearly five years in, and here's what I've learned: Without accessible eldercare support, your day can turn on …
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70% of women who took career breaks struggle with decreased confidence when trying to re-enter. Add in ageism, the motherhood penalty, and AI screening resumes? People are hitting their heads against the wall in this brutal job market. But what if you could bypass the nail-biting interviews altogether? Here's job sharing's best-kept secret for care…
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Avoiding one elder care crisis after another is possible when younger generations initiate conversations with aging parents about family caregiving expectations and support. Younger generations can miss noticing the aging and health issues of grandparents or aging parents while focused on their own lives. Yet a single elder care crisis—such as a fa…
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In this episode of Healthcare Redefined, hosts Pam Dunwald and Linda Kritikos guide aging adults and their families through four key areas that shape a safe, purposeful, and well-supported start to 2026: winter safety, social connection and purpose, advanced life planning, and preparing for possible relocation. They discuss how aging adults often s…
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In this special Christmas episode closing out Season 8 of Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas reflect on eight years of conversations that have helped shape the senior living industry. From humble beginnings to nearly 600 episodes and millions of impressions, they look back on the relationships, stories, and mission that continue to drive the platform f…
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Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, A Registered Investment Advisor. Member FINRA/SIPC. The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future result…
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Find out how YouTube and short-form content are reshaping the way consumers discover and understand new age products. Through the story of Deconstruct, we unpack how creators and smart digital storytelling simplify the user journey. Watch Malini Adapureddy CEO Deconstruct & Prateek Jain CBO Deconstruct along with Dr. Aanchal to see how platforms li…
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In this heartfelt episode of In Good Company, we sit down with Casey Cordell, Admissions Director at James River Nursing and Rehabilitation in Springfield, Missouri, to explore what compassionate, personalized care really looks like during one of life’s most challenging transitions. With five years of experience in healthcare admissions, Casey has …
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What happens when fashion meets tech, creators, and a whole lot of digital magic? Join RJ Abhinav as he steps inside the world of AJIO — where trends are born, creators rule the runway, and YouTube Shorts fuels the next big fashion wave. From decoding how brands build authenticity with creators to discovering the real algorithm of style, this one’s…
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This week's replay, one of the most popular episodes of 2025, features a profound conversation between Barry Barkan, visionary eldercare advocate and Pioneer Network co-founder, and AgingIN CEO Susan Ryan. These longtime friends discuss reimagining aging and the transformative potential of community, spirit, and consciousness. Barkan shares his jou…
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Episode Overview Sex and intimacy don’t have an expiration date—but they do change over time. In this candid and educational conversation, Dr. Maureen Whelihan joins Senior Care Made Simple to break down the myths surrounding sex after 70, explain what’s normal, and offer practical advice for seniors, caregivers, and adult children navigating this …
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In this episode of Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Ashley Luchsinger of Aline at the LeadingAge conference in Boston to explore how AI and CRM innovation are reshaping senior living sales and operations. Ashley shares insights into Aline’s evolving mission of “elevating aging,” driven by new leadership, a renewed focus on customer alig…
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Most families have no idea that they can qualify for Medicaid… and still lose their home care services because of one misunderstood question. In today’s eye-opening episode, longtime caregiver and Director of Home Care Amanda Presley at Haven Home Health and Hospice, reveals the hidden pitfalls in Medicaid reassessments, the mistakes people make ou…
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As we continue to replay the most popular episodes of 2025, this week's features an insightful interview by AgingIN CEO Susan Ryan as she sits down with senior living innovator Andy Carle, consultant and founder of UniversityRetirementCommunities.com. Andy shares his personal journey into eldercare and the bold moves he's made to elevate the field,…
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Caring for elderly parents with dementia presents unique challenges for family caregivers, especially as memory loss progresses and decision-making becomes more complex. In this episode, caregiving expert Pamela D. Wilson shares vital caregiver tips and support strategies to help you navigate difficult choices when your aging loved ones can no long…
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Many families wait until a crisis forces action. This episode helps listeners recognize the warning signs sooner and take proactive, informed steps—protecting both their loved ones and themselves from unnecessary stress and risk. Noticing changes in a parent’s memory, behavior, or physical health can be overwhelming—and knowing what to do next isn’…
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Hosts Pam Dunwald and Linda Kritikos welcome death doula Crystal Flores, Founder of The Grateful Death, to the show to explain what a death doula is and the dignity and compassion they can bring to end-of-life care. There are misconceptions and plenty of questions surrounding end-of-life experiences, which Crystal very openly and candidly answers f…
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This week on Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Traci Bild, Chief Visionary Officer at Bild & Co. Traci shares actionable insights on how senior living operators can redefine sales, optimize marketing, and fill communities faster with a segmented approach. Learn why the traditional salesperson role may be disappearing, how to manage leads…
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*In this Quickcast, we break down what you really need to know about Parkinson’s disease — from early symptoms to breakthrough treatments — and highlight the incredible work being done right here in our community by the Parkinson’s Group of the Ozarks (PGO). Parkinson’s is far more than tremors. It affects movement, sleep, mood, speech, and day-to-…
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Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, a registered investment advisor. Member FINRA/SIPC. This information is not intended to be a substitute for specific individualized tax or legal advice. We suggest that you discuss your specific situation with a qualified tax or legal advisor.…
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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Cory Davis, a courageous man living with Parkinson’s who opens up about his personal journey — the fear, the faith, the setbacks, and the moments that pushed him to keep going. His message to anyone facing the disease is simple but profound: never give up. We also highlight the incredible work of the Parki…
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This week's episode is a replay of one of the most popular of 2025. It features a conversation with policy experts Joe Angelelli and Anne Montgomery as they discuss the EINSTEIN Option (which is now known as Connected Communities), a collaborative effort of eldercare changemakers dedicated to advancing a comprehensive plan to reimagine the entire c…
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Guest: James A. Cioffi, Esq. In this important episode of Senior Care Made Simple, we sit down with James A. Cioffi, Esq., one of South Florida’s leading elder law and estate attorneys, to uncover the growing and often hidden issue of caregiver fraud. Whether it involves financial exploitation, misuse of personal information, or manipulation of vul…
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In this episode of Bridge the Gap, we sit down with returning guest and industry leader Heather Tussing, President of The Aspenwood Company, to explore what it takes to build thriving, scalable, luxury senior living communities. Heather shares updates from her three-year leadership journey: from launching successful urban infill developments in Nas…
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Daniel Göhlen, CEO of Black Horse One, talks with Tamara McCleary, CEO of Thulium, to share his motivation and journey merging tradition with technology to transform equestrian events improving the sport and the sporting experience for athletes and audiences, winning over even the most traditional participants.…
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What’s the hidden side of senior living that families don’t see? In this episode of In Good Company, Sales Director Emily Christopher pulls back the curtain on what really happens inside senior living communities—and why the journey into eldercare is far more emotional, meaningful, and human than most people realize. Emily’s path is anything but ty…
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This week marks our first of four encore episodes this month – the most popular of 2025. As we close out the year, we are happy to present @AgingIN CEO Susan Ryan's interview with Village to VillageNetwork national director Barbara Sullivan. The Village to Village Network works to create durable webs of support in communities all across the country…
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Mothers earn 15% less per child under 5. They're 6x less likely to be recommended for hire. And 8.2x less likely to be promoted. This isn't about capability—it's about the "maternal wall" bias that assumes mothers can't possibly be both good mothers and good employees. What if there was a way to bypass this penalty entirely—to keep your demanding c…
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Are generational caregiving expectations straining your relationships with elderly parents and siblings? Family caregiving often involves complex dynamics that can make providing eldercare more challenging than it needs to be. In this episode, caregiving expert Pamela D. Wilson discusses the lasting effects of adverse and positive childhood experie…
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In a revealing episode of the Senior Care Made Simple podcast, Andrea Albertini and guest co-host Lucy Torres delve into the often-overlooked issue of hidden fees in Assisted Living Facilities. This episode uncovers how seemingly minor costs—such as laundry services, medication administration, and transportation—can quickly add up, blindsiding fami…
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Hosts Pam Dunwald and Linda Kritikos set the record straight on what hospice is and is not about in this episode. They address the top ten misconceptions people have about hospice care, misconceptions that hold people back from choosing hospice for themselves or loved ones. Pam and Linda both have practical experience in hospice and share stories f…
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This week, Josh and Lucas sit down with Lina Ren, an emerging leader in senior living whose journey into the industry has moved at remarkable speed. Lina shares how her graduate studies at USC, a personal family experience with dementia, and a pivotal scholarship opportunity through NIC opened doors she didn’t even realize existed, ultimately conne…
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In this episode of In Good Company, John and I dive into the heart of the holidays — the traditions, the memories, and the moments that remind us how important family truly is. But we’re also tackling a conversation that so many families avoid… until it becomes urgent. 🦃 Thanksgiving is often the first time all year we see our aging parents or gran…
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In this eye-opening conversation, we sit down with Ryan Horn — veteran, funeral director, and co-founder of Eden Cremation Services — to explore a cultural transformation: why more Americans are choosing cremation over traditional funerals, and what that shift really means for families, values, and the end-of-life industry. What you’ll discover in …
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This week on Elevate Eldercare is an encore episode with former U.S. Surgeon General and current AgingIN Board Member, Joycelyn Elders, MD. In honor of the Thanksgiving holiday, we thought this very special discussion, in which AgingIN's Susan Ryan and the late Alex Spanko (who served as director of communications from 2021 to 2024) engage Dr. Elde…
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In this heartfelt episode of Senior Care Made Simple, we welcome Dr. Priscilla Marotta, a distinguished psychologist and expert in senior emotional wellness. Together, we explore why the holiday season—often seen as joyful—can instead be a time of grief, loneliness, and emotional stress for many older adults. Dr. Marotta offers compassionate insigh…
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In this episode of Bridge the Gap, Josh and Lucas sit down with Jessica Wesley, Head of Vayyar Care North America, to explore how technology is transforming senior living. She discusses the evolution of senior care expectations, why technology has shifted from a “nice to have” to a “must have,” and how Vayyar’s sensor-based platform helps communiti…
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What happens when you stop avoiding the hardest topic of all — your own mortality? In this raw and deeply human episode, John Ray, Spencer Ernst, and Executive Producer Alex Wallace sit down to have the conversation most people never do — about death, legacy, and the relationships that shape who we are. This episode explores the Hospice Foundation …
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In this week's episode of Elevate Eldercare, AgingIN CEO Susan Ryan welcomes Bob Chapman, CEO of Barry-Wehmiller and a global ambassador for human-centered leadership. Chapman shares how he transformed a struggling $20 million family business into a thriving $4 billion enterprise by embracing a simple but radical idea: leaders have a profound respo…
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76% of workers are more stressed than two years ago. 50% of working women report deteriorating mental health. And here's what should make you furious: The #1 cause of burnout isn't personal issues—it's unmanageable workloads. What if everything your employer is offering—the wellness stipends, the meditation apps, the mental health days—is treating …
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Elder abuse—including financial exploitation, neglect, power and control, and emotional manipulation—is a serious and often hidden issue in families caring for aging loved ones. Family caregivers and siblings witnessing abuse frequently feel unequipped to intervene due to a lack of caregiver education, support, and strategies. In cases where elderl…
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Mayo Clinic has announced that starting January 1st, 2026, it will leave most UnitedHealthcare and Humana Medicare Advantage networks. For thousands of seniors across the Midwest, Mayo will no longer be “in-network.” In today’s episode of In Good Company: Eldercare in Your Backyard, host Spencer Ernst breaks down exactly what this means—clearly and…
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Episode Description: In this episode of Senior Care Made Simple, we’re joined by the expert team from Vital Care of West Palm Beach to explore a rapidly growing option in modern healthcare: receiving infusions in the comfort of your own home. Howard Singer and Joshua Vinson break down how home infusion therapy works, what conditions it can support,…
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Hosts Pam Dunwald and Linda Kritikos discuss the issue of hospital readmissions, why they occur, and how they can often be prevented. Hospital readmission is defined as a return to the hospital within thirty days of the patient’s discharge. Often, readmissions occur due to miscommunication, misunderstanding, or medication changes. Advocates, like t…
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In this episode, we sit down with Josh Studzinski, Chief Growth Officer at CarePredict, to explore how data-driven technology and AI are reshaping the senior living industry. We discuss how operators can evaluate, implement, and measure the ROI of technology solutions—and why success starts with aligning organizational goals from the top down. In t…
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