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Wednesday Feb 21, 2018
Reinventing retirement: The Best is Yet for Come for Boomer Men
Wednesday Feb 21, 2018
Wednesday Feb 21, 2018
Dr. Thelma Reese, author of The New Senior Man: Exploring New Horizons, New Opportunities joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel. She is here to talk about an entirely new concept of retirement. What Baby Boomer men face when they finish working has little to do with what their fathers faced. Retirement is a far longer phase of life, and it’s filled with possibilities.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Thelma Reese discuss the following:
What prompted you to write this book? Can you talk about your experiences on book tour for your first book?
Why do men have their own set of challenges facing retirement?
Can you give a few examples of men who’ve rewritten their own playbook on retiring, and why they’re inspiring?
Why is retirement changing so much?
Did you find that men dealt with intimacy and sex differently than the preceding generation? Why?
What’s your advice for a man heading into this next phase of his life?
Live alone, or live with others? What’s the consensus among the men you interviewed?
How can men stand up to ageism — and how is it different for men than women?
Dr. Thelma Reese, author of The New Senior Woman: Reinventing the Years Beyond Mid-Life, wrote The New Senior Man to satisfy the numerous requests from men who wanted their own book. She is the creator of the blog, www.ElderChicks.com, is a retired professor of English and Education, was the spokesper for Hooked on Phonics, and has long been active in literacy and cultural initiatives in Philadelphia.
Website: www.ElderChicks.com
Saturday Dec 30, 2017
Healing Senior Depression & Becoming Socially Active Through Technology
Saturday Dec 30, 2017
Saturday Dec 30, 2017
Dr. Kerry Burnight, a Gerontologist who has served for 18 years as a Professor of Geriatric Medicine at the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine and She serves full time as Chief Gerontologist at grandPad joins eHealth Radio and the Geriatrics and Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Kerry Burnight discuss the following:
What is the single most important thing you can do to Age Well. And by aging well I mean, physical, mental, and emotional vitality.
What is the best way to foster and get the health/happiness/longevity benefits to these connections?
What does the research say about technology, is it hurting or helping our connection?
Given these challenges faced by older adults, what is the best way to reconnect my grandparents /parents (who live in another state!) back into social society so they can experience these longer and happier lives?
Is grandPad like an iPad?
What about those with cognitive impairment?
What is the best way to approach the subject of connection with your parents and grandparents?
Dr. Kerry Burnight has spent her entire professional career on a mission to improve the lives of seniors. She was a professor of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology at the University of California Irvine, and she is the founder and director of the nation's first Elder Abuse Forensic Center and the national non-profit, Ageless Alliance: United Against Elder Abuse. Kerry has spoken at The White House and as an expert on shows such as The Dr. Phil Show, CBS news, Money Matters, and The Doctors. She joined grandPad because of the firm's ability to prevent one of the most significant risk factors for elders: social isolation.
Website: www.grandPad.net
Thursday Dec 21, 2017
Seniors: Combatting Loneliness
Thursday Dec 21, 2017
Thursday Dec 21, 2017
Andrea Driggers, Regional Business Development Director and career licensed vocational nurse, specializing in geriatric care, at StoneGate Senior Living, an award-winning network of senior living and care facilities joins eHealth Radio and the Geriatric & Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Andrea Driggers discuss the following:
How big of a problem is loneliness for seniors in America today?
It’s no fun being lonely, but are there tangible impacts for seniors experiencing loneliness?
Why are so many seniors experiencing loneliness?
What can seniors do to tackle this problem?
What can neighbors, relatives, friends do to help?
Andrea Driggers is the Reginal Business Development Director for StoneGate Senior Living, an award-winning network of senior living and care facilities. She oversees the South Dallas Fort Worth market area. She has served as a licensed vocational nurse for 20 years, focusing on geriatric care and treatment.
About StoneGate Senior Living: Award-winning StoneGate Senior Living, LLC provides support services to senior living and care properties that offer skilled health care, assisted living, memory support and independent living locations in Colorado, Oklahoma, and Texas. Founded and led by a team of senior living industry veterans.
Website: www.stonegatesl.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StoneGateSL Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/stonegate-senior-living
Monday Apr 17, 2017
SAFE HOMECARE, providing high quality Support Assistance For Elderly (SAFE)
Monday Apr 17, 2017
Monday Apr 17, 2017
Jeff Krueger, CEO and Founder of SAFE HOMECARE, which provides non-medical, in-home care and companionship services that make a significant difference in the lives of seniors joins eHealth Radio and the Health News and Senior Care Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Jeff Krueger discuss the following:
Please tell us about the business of in-home care, and how you managed to break into it.
Where do you see the in-home care industry going in the future?
What separates in-home care from home health care?
Where do you currently have franchises? Where would you like to expand?
With so many crazy things making news of caregivers abusing the elderly, how do you make sure that this does not happen with SAFE HOMECARE?
Jeff Krueger is a tenured business professional with a track record of success, growth and expansion spanning 40 years. He has held positions as CEO, COO, CFO and Corporate General Counsel for various entities, both public and private, with annual revenues ranging to over $200 million. Mr. Krueger recognized the emerging need of seniors and launched SAFE HOMECARE to provide high quality Support Assistance For Elderly (SAFE).
Website: www.safehomecare.com | www.safehomecarefranchise.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/safehomecare Twitter: @safe_homecare
Saturday Apr 01, 2017
Preventing Caregiver Burn-out with Dr. Nikki Martinez
Saturday Apr 01, 2017
Saturday Apr 01, 2017
Dr. Nikki Martinez, Psychologist and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor again joins eHealth Radio and the Health Care, Health News & Psychology Channels to discuss preventing caregiver burn-out.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Nikki Martinez discuss the following:
We think a great deal about the patient with the chronic illness, but why is it so important to think about the caregiver as well?
What are signs of caregiver burn-out?
What can we do to help support the care-giver and prevent burn-out from happening?
What is the grieving process that many caregivers go through?
In what ways can the caregiver ask for help? Health Psychology is one of your specialties. How can someone reach you for help?
Dr. Nikki Martinez received her Masters and her Doctorate from Illinois School of Professional Psychology, and completed her pre-doctoral and post-doctoral fellowship at Gateway Foundation in Lake Villa, Illinois.
She is the Head of Clinical Development for www.DrNikkiMartinez.com, where she can be reached if you are interested in individual or couples work with her. She is an Adjunct Professor for 2 graduate programs, a Blogger for the Huffington Post, Everydaypowerblog, Older Dating, Success Stories, Sivana Spirit, Proud Stories, and a Contributor for the Chicago Tribune. She just published her first 8th book through Amazon.com.
Website: www.DrNikkiMartinez.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-martinez-35b36231 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrNikkiMartinez Twitter: @DrNikkiMartinez
The views and opinions expressed on any program are those of the persons appearing on the program and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the eHealth Radio Network.
Saturday Feb 25, 2017
How Technology Can Help the Elderly Age in Place
Saturday Feb 25, 2017
Saturday Feb 25, 2017
Jorge Perdomo, Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Development for Home8care, which provides low-cost, next-generation solutions for elder care and monitoring joins eHealth Radio and the Senior Care and Technology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Jorge Perdomo discuss the following:
Is the elder care market growing? Do you have any statistic to bear this out?
How can technology help older people live at home longer?
What was the reason behind creating Home8care?
Outline the different elements/products under Home8care.
All the products under Home8care use video verification. Why is this important and what are the advantages of this technology in terms of response in a health emergency?
Summary: If you have someone who is elderly and wants to continue living at home, there are a wide variety of technological options to help you accomplish this goal.
Jorge Perdomo joined Home8care as their new Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy & Development, having over 19 years of experience in the wireless industry. Before joining MivaTek, Mr. Perdomo was the Lead Business & Market Development for Digital Life International at AT&T. Prior to that he was Senior Strategic Product Marketing Manager for Worldwide Peripheral Products at ADT Security Services, Division of Tyco International. He also served as Vice President of Business Development for Generation One, Inc., a remote managed Healthcare solution. Prior to joining GenerationOne, he served as Senior Intellectual Property Licensing & New Business Development for Motorola, where he worked for 11 years in a variety of positions after being recruited into the prestigious Motorola Engineering Rotation Program.
Website: www.home8care.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/home8care Twitter: https://twitter.com/Home8care
Sunday May 01, 2016
Group Homes Australia, a new concept in aged care
Sunday May 01, 2016
Sunday May 01, 2016
Tamar Krebs, Founder and CEO of Group Homes Australia, a new concept in aged care, dementia care which offers a social, supportive and welcoming environment that values independence and living life to the fullest, and feels like home joins eHealth Radio and the Health Care, Mental Health & Senior Care Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Tamar Krebs discuss the following: How is Group Homes Australia different from other aged or dementia care providers in Australia?Why did you start Group Homes Australia?What questions should one ask when they are looking for an aged/dementia care home/environment?Does Group Homes Australia offer high care? How many residents are there and how many care givers?Does the person need to move when they become more frail?Why should a family choose Group Homes Australia for their loved one?
Duration: 8:16
Our commitment at GHA and to each resident is to walk the entire journey each day, from beginning to end.
Our mission is to ensure that people living with dementia also live with dignity.
We achieve this by providing homes that look like, smell like and are like real homes.
Group Homes Australia recognises that today's generation of older Australians want something more than traditional aged care homes. They, and their families, want accommodation that provides high levels of respect and personal care combined within a warm, friendly environment.
Because we limit resident numbers in each of our houses to between 6 and 10 people, we are able to deliver care ratios that are usually one carer to every three residents, which is far higher than most aged care facilities are able to provide.
In this environment, we focus on our residents' abilities, not disabilities. Our residents go on accompanied visits to local shopping centres; they visit hairdressers, buy food and, if they wish, may use our fully equipped kitchens to make favourite dishes – all with carer assistance.
These nurturing factors fit with our philosophy which is to provide new – and better – choices for older Australians; something we have been doing successfully since we opened in 2011.
Group Homes Australia provide a safe, pleasant, and enjoyable environment for every resident. To that end, we stimulate resident interest, personal satisfaction and well-being … and we encourage independence by showing respect for each individual's dignity and pursuit of enjoyable living.
Above all, we provide peace-of-mind to both our residents and their loved ones.
Website: www.grouphomes.com.au
Social Media Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Group-Home-Australia
Twitter: @GroupHomesAus
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Wednesday Sep 23, 2015
Power in Unity: Griswold Home Care Introduces an Interactive Map to Find Charity Walks
Wednesday Sep 23, 2015
Wednesday Sep 23, 2015
Sara Price, Marketing Coordinator at Griswold Home Care, a non-medical in-home caregiver referral service joins eHealth Radio and the Senior & Health Care Information Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Sara Price discuss the following: Tell us about the Charity Walks Map you created at griswoldhomecare.com/charity-walks.What organizations are you involved with that host these charity walks?So what type of services does Griswold Home Care provide, other than creating cool charity walk maps?A lot of places rotate caregivers between clients, do you do that?
Duration: 5:16
Founded by Dr. Jean Griswold to help elderly and disabled members of her parish, Griswold Home Care has helped hundreds of thousands of seniors and disabled individuals to age in place. The company refers experienced caregivers for personal care, homemaking, companionship, and other vital services to an ever-growing population of seniors and disabled adults.
Today, Griswold Home Care has more than 200 locations throughout the United States, referring over 10,000 caregivers per year. Since its foundation, Griswold Home Care has received dozens of industry and community awards and has grown to become one of the nation’s leading non-medical in-home care companies.
Show Links:
Charity Walks Map: http://www.griswoldhomecare.com/charity-walks
Website: http://www.griswoldhomecare.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GriswoldHomeCare
Twitter: @GriswoldCares
Tuesday Jun 23, 2015
Tuesday Jun 23, 2015
Diane Carbo RN and CEO of MyVitalAlert.com and CareGiverRelief.com who works with seniors to remain at home for as long as possible joins eHealth Radio and the Senior Care and Travel Health Care Channels. She and her team identified a need for a simple to use Medical ID system that provides specific health information for aging seniors.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Diane Carbo discuss the following:Can you tell me why personal health information is important when traveling?What is considered important personal information? What important information should be included? Who do you share your personal medical information with? How should a person store their personal health information?
Duration: 9:35
My name is Diane Carbo. I’m a licensed registered nurse with over 39 years experience practicing in a variety of organizations and community settings and as an advocate for older adults and their families.
My passion is to help people plan for long term health care needs.
This includes helping families with crisis management that requires
long term health care. The goal is to assist these individual’s to
remain independent and in their homes or a familiar surrounding for as
long as possible.
My commitment to enhance the lives of aging adults comes not only
from clinical experience, but from personal experience while caring for
my father and mother in law.
I was a very young woman, when I saw the mental and emotional decline
that occurred in my grandmother when my father and his brothers decided
it was time to place her in a nursing home. I vowed to do everything in
my power to assist my aging loved ones to stay at home as they aged.
My father was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer at the age of 72. When
he was told that hospice was his only option, he was devastated. My
father was man of modest means, but he had a timeshare in Hawaii. He
saved and planned his vacation there every other year. This was the year
he was to go to Hawaii. His first thoughts were that he would have to
cancel his trip.
I asked my father to wait and see how he was feeling before he
cancelled his trip. I explained the role of hospice was not so much
about dying, as it was about how you chose to live your life before you
die.
A few weeks later, my father spent 6 weeks in Hawaii on hospice. His
mental, emotional and physical health improved so much the first week
that the nurses felt that he did not require their services. My dad
started feeling sick they & just before he was to return home to the
mainland. He died at home several weeks later surrounded by his family
and friends. I believe he lasted as long as he did because he was
mentally, spiritually and emotionally uplifted by his ability live out
his dream of taking his last trip.
I have a passion for helping aging adults realize their goal of remaining at home as they age.
I have a strong belief that aging adults do better, live longer and
healthier lives surrounded by their loved ones and familiar
surroundings. My work in senior behavioral health, Assisted Living, Long
Term Care and Home care made me aware of the struggles family members
caring for some one at home with dementia struggle and feel
misunderstood, alone and unsupported.
I came to experience and understand the frustration so many
experience along the caregiving journey. From this knowledge and my
passion to help others, it is the goal of this site to help family
caregivers and individuals suffering from dementia have an experience
that will enhance the care partner/care recipient relationship. As the
dementia progresses, it is my goal to develop a trust and confidence in
the care partner so that they will communicate effectively to build the
dementia patient’s sense of well being. Person centered care,
activities, mindfulness and validation therapy are all effective
approaches to use as the increasing challenges of communicating. The
person with dementia progressively loses the ability to remember
things, to organize, or even to express their thoughts. I look forward
to working with you to make your caregiving journey the best possible
experience it can be. Please do not have delusions, there are some very
difficult times ahead. Together, we can create an experience that will
enhance the relationship you and for your family member with dementia.
Websites: MyVitalAlert.com | CareGiverRelief.com
Monday Nov 17, 2014
Oplink Connected, an In-home Medical Alert monitoring service
Monday Nov 17, 2014
Monday Nov 17, 2014
Matt Wisk, Senior Vice President of Business Development of Oplink Connected, a division of Oplink Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: OPLK), offering an In-home Medical Alert monitoring service joins eHealth Radio and the Healthcare and Technology Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Matt Wisk discuss the following: We hear all these terms like Smart Home, Connected Home and IoT. What is it all about and how does it apply to health care?What has oplink providing that will allow people to enhance health care?Describe your solution and how it works.How will this product enable people to have a better quality of life?What can we expect next from Oplink Connected and where can listeners buy the products & or get more information?
Duration: 7:34
Matt Wisk has nearly 30 years of general management and marketing experience. He served as President for MyPoints.com, a subsidiary of United Online, from 2008 to 2013. He was promoted into that role after serving as Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President for United Online consumer brands, including Classmates.com, NetZero and Juno from 2005 to 2008. He was also responsible for marketing within the Communications segment including operating responsibility for the broadband and web hosting product lines.
Mr. Wisk served as Chief Marketing Officer and Senior Vice President of TiVo in 2004 and 2005. Prior to TiVo, he served as the Chief Marketing Officer at Herbalife International. In 1994 Mr. Wisk joined Nokia. Over a nine year period he moved up through the marketing organization to become Vice President of Marketing, North and South America, providing leadership, strategic marketing vision, and broad executive management for the international marketing of its mobile phone division. He moved to Europe to run global marketing for Nokia Networks from 2000 to 2002.
At Nokia, he was a key executive in the marketing team that helped establish Nokia as a global leader in wireless communications equipment. Under his leadership, Nokia grew from having single-digit brand awareness to being the most considered and preferred brand in the category. He serves as board member for Storage Appliance Corporation and is an advisory board member at Trueffect, BlurbIQ and Underground Cellar. He was named one of the 'Top 100 Marketers of 1999' by Advertising Age and 'Grand Marketer of the Year, 2000' by Brandweek, was also awarded the Gold Effie Award for Advertising Effectiveness in 2001. Mr. Wisk is a Henry Crown Fellow, Class of 2002, from the Aspen Institute's Henry Crown Fellowship Program. Mr. Wisk received his BA and MBA from Michigan State University.
Website: www.oplinkconnected.com