Aging In The Willamette Valley

This week our guest is Jennifer McCammon, Editor & Publisher of 50 Plus Magazine. Jennifer joins us to talk about 50 Plus Magazine that serves people 50 to 90, and beyond in Oregon and SW Washington. The magazine provides readers with inspiring stories, helpful resources, and expert insights and provides businesses a direct connection to this vibrant community. Jennifer & her team are developing programs for support and connection, serving as the one-stop resource for services – for anything from professional services, urgent needs, support programs, and more. Don’t miss this show!

This week’s guest is a Psychotherapist and Podcaster from Zestful Aging Podcast. Nicole Christina joins us to talk about eating disorders in older women. Did you know that there is a consistent national trend showing that eating disorders in post-menopausal women are increasing? Nicole speaks with us about this new trend and how we can address this destructive phenomenon by giving examples of people experiencing eating disorders and how they worm their way into someone’s life. She also gives tips on how to discuss this issue with your loved one. Don’t miss this show!

This week’s guest is Elizabeth Regalado from ELIZABETH REGALADO PROFESSIONAL HOME ORGANIZER, LLC. She joins us to discuss decluttering and organizing things. Are you a packrat who saves everything because somebody might need it someday? Are you tired of being surrounded by so much stuff that you don't know what you have, can't put everything away, or can’t find things when you want them? Clutter drains your energy, affects your efficiency, and adds to your stress. Professional Organizer, Elizabeth Regalado helps people declutter and organize their “things” to bring peace and balance to their homes or offices. Don’t miss this show! #Salem

Our guest this week is Melissa Kidd from Cherriots. She explains senior public transportation services in the Salem-Keizer area and in Marion and Polk Counties. Melissa is the Customer Service Manager from Cherriots, the perfect person to explain the services Cherriots provides to seniors and those with mobility issues. Quite frankly, you will be amazed by some of the things they do to help seniors. She also discusses changes and enhancements at Cherriots. By the time we’re done, you’ll see that Cherriots is more than just a bus line service. Tune in for a great show with Melissa Kidd!

Our guest this week is Melissa Kidd from Cherriots. She explains senior public transportation services in the Salem-Keizer area and in Marion and Polk Counties. Melissa is the Customer Service Manager from Cherriots, the perfect person to explain the services Cherriots provides to seniors and those with mobility issues. Quite frankly, you will be amazed by some of the things they do to help seniors. She also discusses changes and enhancements at Cherriots. By the time we’re done, you’ll see that Cherriots is more than just a bus line service. Tune in for a great show with Melissa Kidd!

This week’s guest is Hannah Gallardo, the Community Relations Coordinator at Heron Pointe Senior Living. She joins us to discuss both assisted living and independent living options. Hannah starts by explaining the differences between them and what services are offered within the community. Then, she gives us some practical tips to use when shopping for a senior living community, and she also discusses the home-like environment and activities offered to residents and their families at Heron Pointe. Don’t miss this show!

This week, attorney Christopher Hamilton, Partner at McGinty Belcher & Hamilton, stops by to tell us about the most common estate planning mistakes people make and why that matters. Estate planning involves helping people prepare for issues such as who will take care of your dependents if you die or become ill. It lets you decide in advance who can make medical and financial decisions for you if you become incapacitated. And it can determine who inherits your favorite possessions, or even your home. These decisions will be made by a court, possibly contrary to what you may want unless you have prepared the necessary documents in advance. Don't miss this show!

Our guest is Alex Johnson, principal broker at TrueLife Financial Solutions. He explains changes to Medicare and upcoming enrollment dates for 2022. Alex shares his expertise to explain why you should consider adjusting your Medicare coverage to suit your needs, the differences between the Advantage and Supplemental plans in 2022, and what changes to those plans you should note. Everyone covered by Medicare needs to pay attention to upcoming decision deadlines and changes to plans. Don’t miss this important show to learn more!

Our guest, Curtis Almquist, is the Executive Director and Business Solutions Specialist on LegalShield’s National Small Business Council. With LegalShield, members get access to attorneys with an average 22 years of experience. Typically, you’ll speak to an attorney in your area who can assist you with the exact type of law for which you need help. Part of the service includes your calls being returned within four business hours. Because the law firms are prepaid by LegalShield, their sole focus is on serving you – rather than billing you! Don’t miss this informative episode. Don’t miss this show!

Curtis Almquist, Executive Director from LegalShield, joined our show to explain how, as a LegalShield member, you’ll get access to attorneys with an average of 22 years of experience at a surprisingly affordable cost. You will speak with an attorney in your area who can assist you with the exact type of law for which you need help, and your calls will always be returned within four business hours. Because the participating law firms are prepaid, their sole focus is on serving you rather than billing you. Don't miss this show! #Salem

WindSong at Eola Hills is the first-ever Memory Care Community to become fully credentialed in the Montessori Lifestyles approach. The Montessori-inspired lifestyle method of care is a person-centered approach that focuses on muscle memory and the five senses, building on existing skills, interests, and abilities. In this program, residents participate in familiar tasks that encourage them to be active in the memory care community. Rebecca Allen, Community Relations Director from WindSong at Eola Hills, joins us this week to explain the Montessori Lifestyles approach to memory care. It’s fascinating. Don’t miss this show!

WindSong at Eola Hills is the first-ever Memory Care Community to become fully credentialed in the Montessori Lifestyles approach. The Montessori-inspired lifestyle method of care is a person-centered approach that focuses on muscle memory and the five senses, building on existing skills, interests, and abilities. In this program, residents participate in familiar tasks that encourage them to be active in the memory care community. Rebecca Allen, Community Relations Director from WindSong at Eola Hills, joins us this week to explain the Montessori Lifestyles approach to memory care. It’s fascinating. Don’t miss this show!

When it comes to understanding the complex details associated with Medicare, Social Security, and many other aspects of aging, information can be confusing or difficult to find. But, aging successfully is a challenge we all face. So, after helping family members navigate the process, Cindy Easton and Phil Kilcoin co-founded Aging Energized, an educational resource that offers tools like online classes, e-books, and a community for your questions and suggestions to make the journey of discovery more enjoyable and successful for everyone. Listen in to earn more! #Salem

As the Manager of Strategic Health Programs for ComForCare Home Care, Stephanie Wierzbicka is an expert on why older adults fall and what options are available to manage that risk. She encourages everyone to be proactive because most seniors do not realize that they are at risk of falling. Tune in to Part 2 of this series to learn about falls, fall prevention, resources you can use for determining and reducing your fall risk -- and why caregiving is a team sport! Don't miss this valuable advice – it’s a show worth catching!

You might be surprised to know that most older adults don’t know why they have fallen. This week, Stephanie Wierzbicka, Manager of Strategic Health Programs for ComForCare Home Care, talks about why older adults fall and what options are available to manage that risk. She says it’s necessary to be proactive because most seniors do not realize that they are at risk of falling. Tune in to Part I of a two-part series to learn about falls, fall prevention, and why caregiving is a team sport. Don’t miss this show!

Manny Martinez, President of Copa Wealth Strategies, is our guest this week. As a Senior Financial Advisor, he puts his MBA and 32 years of experience, including time as an investment banker, to work during our show. He knows how the uber-wealthy grow their wealth and protect it. He’s here to show us “average” folks how to use similar tactics to grow and protect our own financial assets. Manny talks about how to protect your family, income, and retirement nest egg. Don’t miss this show!

In his work at Pikes Northwest Real Estate, Shawn Sibon routinely helps seniors when it’s time to sell their homes and transition to something smaller or even to assisted living. Senior Real Estate Specialists like Shawn understand that this type of life transition is more than a home sale – it’s a complex project involving lots of related tasks and sometimes family complications. He joins us today to share his tips about downsizing and moving and remind us that in times of transition, it’s wise to work with a specialist who knows how to help. Don’t miss this informative show!

Steve Toll of ComForCare Home care joins us this week to talk about conditions that are labeled “reversible” dementia. Some forms of cognitive impairment mimic dementia but are actually treatable, and these are referred to as “reversible.” It’s a term that applies to any type of dementia caused by a condition that can be controlled, cured, or improved by treatment. As a Care Enhancement Specialist, Steve supplies all the details. Don’t miss this show!

This week, Nadine Grzeskowiak, the gluten-free RN, joins us to explain celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity, and gluten-free diets. She explains how you can modify your lifestyle to live with celiac disease, starting by switching to foods without gluten. Nadine also talks about getting tested for celiac disease and how gluten-free eating can be yummy! She’s an expert consultant, author, podcaster, professional speaker, and research enthusiast, so you know this will be good! Don’t miss the show! #Salem

Amy Schmidt is the Managing Partner and Publisher (a.k.a. “Queen Bee”) of Retirement Connection. She discusses the organization’s retirement guide, which provides resources for those who want to age in place, as well as their families and friends who want to help. She’ll explain how the guide works and how you can get a free copy. Yes, it’s FREE! Don’t miss this informative episode!