Best Deirdre Dolan Nesline Podcasts (2025)

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39. My Elder Loved One Is No Longer Safe in Their Home, What Are My Options? 27:04

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On this Magnificent Aging podcast Deirdre talks with Diana Lopes; Community Relations Director and Lauren Stowell; Executive Director at Maplewood of Danbury, CT. If you feel your elder loved ones are not safe in their home alone anymore and you think it may be time for a senior living community, you do not want to miss this podcast! In addition to…

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38. ADVENTURES in CONNECTION with Wayne Leiss 42:11

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“The more we learn the more we grow & the more we grow the more we can serve.” Wayne Leiss ADVENTURES in CONNECTION with Wayne Leiss Deirdre and Wayne discuss how he went from banking to theater manager to writing and delivering the Adventures in Connection Mentor Program. Adventures in Connection’s next Program begins this Sunday, October 3, 2021.…

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37. The Positive Effects of Art Lessons During the COVID19 Pandemic with Pierce the HeArt 39:18

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On this Magnificent Aging Podcast Deirdre talks with Dana Christos, Director of Marketing and Business Development at River Glen Healthcare Center part of CareOne & Joanne Y. Pierce Artist in Residence & Thomas Pierce, CEO of StreamHorseTV. River Glen Series Part 4: What a difference a pandemic makes? How are we healing in this new normal in the ag…

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36. Innocence, Aging & Insight: Personal Poems from the Journey 30:46

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What an inspiring podcast! On this Magnificent Aging Podcast #36, I speak with Jerri Mannion, author of Innocence, Aging & Insight: Personal Poems from the Journey. You will hear how Jerri wrote poetry to help her through an emotional time in her life. She has so many wonderful tips to share. I hope you enjoy listening to it as much as I did, it is…

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35. Frank Magnante Explains the Benefits of Reverse Mortgages 32:41

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I wanted to speak to Frank Magnante because I see a lot of people running out of money and there is a big wait for Medicaid beds in many communities but there is a way to stay in their homes. How are reverse mortgages different now than when they were first introduced? What are some common reasons someone would pursue a reverse mortgage What qualif…

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34. River Glen Series Part 2 33:29

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River Glen Series Part 2, Deirdre talks with Dana Christos, Director of Marketing and Business Development at River Glen Healthcare Center part of CareOne Management & Lisa Perelmuter, Hospice Care Consultant with Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care. On this Magnificent Aging Podcast #34, River Glen Series Part 2, you will learn about Seasons Hospice…

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33. River Glen Series #1 24:09

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On this Magnificent Aging Podcast, #33, Deirdre talks with Dana Christos, Director of Marketing and Business Development at River Glen Healthcare Center, part of CareOne, & Chaim Gewirtzman, CEO, and owner of NCE Home Care. River Glen Series Part 1: What a difference a pandemic makes! How are we healing in this new normal in the age of Covid 19? Wh…

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32. When Colder Climates No Longer Work for You 31:23

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Step out of the cold and into the warmth of this Magnificent Aging Podcast. Listen as Deirdre talks about life in Florida with Felicia Saraceno of Felicia’s Luxury Listings, Naples, FL. Enjoy! “Florida is the healthiest, happiest and most vibrant place to live” – Felicia Saraceno Florida is not just for 65 and older. Hear why young families are flo…

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31. Donate Gardening Equipment 0:47

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By Deirdre Dolan Nesline

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30. Reward Yourself with Better HEALTH 39:32

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Joey Thurman is a health, fitness, nutrition expert, TV host and author of “365 Health and Fitness Hacks That Could Save Your Life” who shows you “A no b.s. way to learn about health and wellness.” “Reward yourself with better HEALTH” Learn to exercise without fear Learn ways to jump-start your fitness routine. Find out what keeps Joey going? Do yo…

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29. Mindfulness with Dr. Mark Sanna 33:30

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Breakthrough Coaching “Today something great is going to happen to me!” – Dr. Mark Sanna There is a lot of negativity in the world today and we are being faced with so many new and different challenges. Learning how to Break Through the negative energy and create a more positive mindfulness practice is a click away. Deirdre discusses with Dr. Mark …

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28. When the Child Becomes the Parent 28:55

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On this Magnificent Aging Podcast episode, Deirdre speaks to Pam Sheppard-Katra the Director of Social Services at Hancock Hall, a privately owned and operated skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Danbury, Ct and Kathy Berry who is a geriatric nurse helping clients of Hancock Hall navigate thru Medicare. Although caring for your aging paren…

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27. WEBA Natural's Lydia Diaz & Deirdre Discuss Helping Aging Skin 41:07

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“Moisturize – Moisturize – Moisturize” – Lydia Diaz Do you have sensitivity to your current skin products? Lydia says some of the items you put on your skin are absorbed into your body & DO NOT LEAVE? Learn about WEBA products and how using them helps you and your skin needs but our environment as well. Learn why it is so important to research labe…

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26. Liz Craven: The Importance of Self-Care 31:46

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WOW! This podcast cast is full of helpful tips and great advice! Deirdre discusses with Liz Craven the importance of self-care and where you can go for answers to those hard questions you may have regarding Elder Care. Liz is the owner of Polk Elder Guide in Polk County, FL and hosts the Sage Aging Podcast. Below are just a few highlights – Enjoy L…

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25. Get Your Life Paperwork in Order 1:02

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Please ensure all your Life Paperwork is in order, it's the best gift you could give your loved ones after your passing. More in-depth information on Life Paperwork like wills, trusts, Power of Attorney paperwork can be found in Episode 14 where I speak with Elder Law Attorney Ann Fowler-Cruz.By Deirdre Dolan Nesline

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24. “What story do you want your photos to tell”- Cathi Nelson 24:09

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“What story do you want your photos to tell”- Cathi Nelson What a fun podcast! We all have those boxes marked “Photos” in our attic that over time we have tried to organize but just cannot seem to edit. The many vacation pictures or all the weddings you went to over the years, the list goes on. Help is a click away! Today Deirdre discusses with Cat…

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23. Baseball Reminiscence Program 26:30

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Baseball Reminiscence Program- Joe Loglisci, 203-709-0709. [email protected] The Baseball Reminiscence Program is virtual and began October 28, 2020 The Program began in 2009-UCONN Professor Michael Ego started it to help dementia patients be more engaged Michael went to Scotland to see how a similar program utilizing British FUTBOL was …

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22. Avoid Accepting Items Out of Guilt 0:43

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Thank loved ones for offering to gift you treasures from their home, if you do not want them, but do not accept them out of guilt. Honesty is always the best policy!By Deirdre Dolan Nesline

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21. What Adult Day Centers Can Offer You and Your Loved One 22:04

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Today we are talking about Caring for an Elderly Loved One at Home, whether this is new to you or you are anticipating becoming the caregiver for your loved one at home at some point in the near future you will want to listen in to Emily Slattery and I discuss what adult day centers can offer you and your loved one and 3 Tips to Caregiving an Elder…

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20. Having "The Talk" with Your Elder Loved One 32:18

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My guest today is Cynthia Perthuis who leads and owns the Senior Care Authority offices in New York City and Southwest Florida. Cynthia has a passion for helping others and advocating for those that do not have the ability to speak for themselves. Her own personal experience with her parents and her entrepreneurial background has helped so many fam…

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19. Goodbye Anxiety, Hello Freedom! 34:51

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My guest today is Stephanie Dalfonzo who has spent more than 20 years researching holistic, natural, and scientifically proven ways to more than just manage stress and anxiety but build emotional resilience and truly break free from its vice-like grip. Stephanie is the author of Goodbye Anxiety, Hello Freedom: How to Build Resilience and Overcome A…

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18. Dealing With Grief During COVID19 25:55

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“Don’t talk me out of my feelings”~Ethel Anne Roome-Certified Grief Recovery Specialist Dealing with the loss of a loved one during COVID19 Consider Creating A Second-Best Funeral Condolences and how to comfort others Lack of traditional support Ways to create the 2nd best way to comfort yourself AND honor your loved one Virtual support or support …

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17. Appreciating People’s Journeys 47:18

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“When you open yourself up to the possibility of things that could be, and the moments that they appear, there’s great joy that comes from that.” ~Tim Bailey Tim explains: how empowered he felt doing relief work what discoveries he learning from others the many facets to the term social work the importance of focusing on community efforts in needed…

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16. Soul Powered Business With Kelly Lynn Adams 22:37

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“It’s time to remodel and redesign your life the stylish, successful, and soul powered way.” Kelly Lynn Adams Together, she helps you design your work, your play, your side projects, and your shoe collection the new haute couture way so you are runway ready without all the drama. We discuss: Mindset shifts and how to better manage stress Tips to ma…

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15. 3 Categories You Can DeClutter & Address While Working From Home 24:43

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"We have to watch the THOUGHT we have about the "things" as we DeClutter." ~Christine Maziarz 3 Areas that people dread and do not know how to deal with: Pictures and other memorabilia Household Paperwork Time Management Your Empty Nest Coach, Christine Maziarz https://youremptynestcoach.com/blog/ Association of Personal Photo Organizers is now: Th…

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14. Wills, Power of Attorney with Elder Care Attorney Ann Fowler-Cruz 35:37

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“This is a gift to your loved ones…to do it the right way.” “Inheritance is a gift, not a right.” ~Ann Fowler-Cruz, Attorney In this episode Deirdre and Attorney Ann Fowler-Cruz discuss: How to find the courage to create a will How Ann chose her Elder Law career Certified Elder Law Attorney explained Why people resist created a will The reasons you…

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Magnificent Aging Podcast #13: Deirdre Speaks to Author/Speaker C J Golden About Caregiving 40:57

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“Our resolutions are only as powerful as the ways in which we tackle them. Sitting back and wishing things were different/better/happier/more peaceful doesn't cut it. Digging in an being active participants in creating the changes we aspire to in our lives and our world is the way to make our declarations move from vision to reality.” C J Golden, O…

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Magnificent Aging Podcast #012: Deirdre Gives 5 Tips to Help You Prepare For a Move 8:15

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Listen in for an explanation of each tip. Here are your 5 tips to prepare for a move: Assess your abilities Invite a trusted friend or professional to help you Be honest with yourself regarding how much you can handle Start with one very small area of your home, especially if you are decluttering on your own Give yourself double to triple the amoun…

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Magnificent Aging Podcast #011: Deirdre and Marsi Beck, Staying Safe, Independent & Dignified In Our Own Homes 27:31

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“My number one safety tip is being proactive and anticipating and heading off accidents and falls before they happen.” “We sell independence, safety, trust and dignity, keeping someone’s dignity is invaluable.” ~Marsi Beck Today I speak with Marsi Beck of On The Mend Medical Supplies and Equipment about Safety in the home Independence Keeping our d…

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Magnificent Aging Podcast #010: Deirdre and Taylor Burke, What Do I Do With My Aging Hair? 26:54

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“The older women are who sit in my chair, I feel the more confident they are.” “We want to push you out of your comfort box but we don’t want you running for the hills either. “ “I’m the type of stylist that encourages people to embrace their hair, I hate when people keep fighting it. It’s in your DNA to flatter you.” ~Taylor Burke Hairstylist Tayl…

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Magnificent Aging Podcast #009: Deirdre and C. Norman Shaffer, Understanding Long Term Care Insurance 32:57

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“You want to get the (Long Term Care) insurance when you don’t need it so you have it when you do need it.” “Helping people live life on their terms.” ~Norman Shaffer In this podcast I interview C. Norman Shaffer an Agent with New York Life helping individuals and business owners to create, build, and preserve wealth who educated me on Long Term Ca…

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Magnificent Aging Podcast #008: Deirdre & Isaac Schwartz, In-Home Care Explained 29:29

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“We are satisfied when we send someone to a client’s home that we would want in our home” ~Isaac Schwartz Have you ever wondered if you should use an agency or a registry when exploring in-home care? When should you reach out? What impacts the success of in-home care? Do you need medical or non-medical personnel to help you or your loved one? Isaac…

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Magnificent Aging Podcast #007 Deirdre and Candee Caldwell, Makeup and What Really Makes You Beautiful 49:14

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“I believe in bringing out your (inner) beauty because your inner beauty is what everybody is attracted to.” “It isn’t always about makeup…sleep is #1 and your water intake.” ~Candee Caldwell Makeup Artist Candee Caldwell talks to Deirdre about the importance of self-care before you put on any makeup. Which feature Candee feels is the most importan…

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Magnificent Aging Podcast #006 Deirdre and Karen Yankovich, Tips to Using LinkedIn, An Expert's View 31:37

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“It’s the story of you. The days of us starting a job at 20 and retiring from it are over.” “I want you to love to do find what you would do if no one paid you and build your life and business from that place.” Karen Yankovich A profitable digital and social media strategy starts with a strong personal brand, and LinkedIn is the place to achieve th…

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5. The Truth is in Your Genes with Gen Genie Julie Dixon Jackson 37:08

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“I was a search angel for a little while…It gave me a new purpose and makes me feel good to be able to help other people…I learned a new skill so let’s spread the job a little bit.”~Julie Dixon Jackson Have you ever wondered what consumer DNA testing can do for you- beyond telling you your ethnicity? Are you an adoptee- or someone who has an unknow…

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Magnificent Aging Podcast #004 : Deirdre and Image Consultant Scarlett DeBease, Are You Ready to Discover How to Get the Image Confidence You Crave 34:39

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“Are you ready to discover how to get the confidence you crave with a look that shows off your talent and personality? If your answer is yes, let’s set up a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation.” ~Scarlett DeBease At almost 50 Scarlett decided she wanted to do something specific to help women so she started Scarlett Image. Deirdre and Scarlet…

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Magnificent Aging Podcast #003: Deirdre and Amber Chapman of Brandywine Living, How to Decide if Living in an Assisted Living Community is For You 28:11

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“It’s really important to start having conversations before a crisis occurs” Amber Chapman Brandywine is located in the Litchfield Hills of CT in the heart of Litchfield What to look for as you look at a community to live in What type of questions should you ask when exploring a community? Advantages of assisted living community Lots and lots of ev…

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Magnificent Aging Podcast #002: Deirdre and Tracy Brady of BrightStar Care Naples, FL, The Advantages of Seniors Aging In Place 26:33

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“If we don’t take care of ourselves first we cannot take care of others” ~Tracy Brady As a caregiver, always schedule time for yourself Agency vs registry-which would work for you? Services provided by non-medical agencies Keep people socially engaged Importance of agency employees: safety, health, respite How to deal with guilt and/or fear in orde…

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1: Introduction to the Podcast with Deirdre Dolan Nesline 2:42

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I am Deirdre from DeClutter By Deirdre, A Senior Move Management Company and your host for the Magnificent Aging Podcast. I see people, myself included, trying to navigate the challenges of aging: we are being diagnosed with debilitating diseases, our children are leaving to start college and their own families, our parents are needing more and mor…