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All Things Seniors: A Podcast For Caregivers

In this podcast we talk with experts about ‘All Things Seniors’ – Transportation, Food, Housing (Downsizing, Retirement Communities, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Personal Care Homes etc.), Health (Dementia, Alzheimer, Arthritis, Parkinson, Posture, Hearing Loss, Blindness etc.), Abuse, Loneliness, Isolation and much more.

The purpose is to provide information and learning for Caregivers about these challenges. Most caregivers end up in the role of Family Caregiver for the first time in their lives – they crave this knowledge.

Most caregivers are from a Sandwich generation, where on one hand they have their own life (kids, jobs, wife, their own health etc.) and on the other hand they also have older parents to take care of.

These sandwich generation caregivers crave for these knowledge nuggets, as to how to support Mom/Dad, to be able to provide better care to their loved ones.

If you would like us to address a topic that you currently don’t find in any episodes, let us know and we will address your questions with a relevant industry expert. You can connect with us at Rafiq@SeniorsPodcast.com.

Latest Episodes:

Episode 10: Preserving Dignity In Dementia - the DAWN Method Jan 17, 2020

Show notes

Did you know that family caregivers of people with dementia are often called the invisible second patient? The effects of being a family caregiver though sometimes are positive, are generally negative with high risk of emotional burden, social isolation, physical ill-health, and a lot of financial hardships.

Thankfully, there are callers, professionals, and educators around the world that are working hard to bring new approaches of care.

Today we have Judy Cornish, an elder law attorney, author, and founder of the Dementia and Alzheimer's Wellbeing Network (DAWN). She is best known for creating the DAWN method, dementia care that supports the skills not lost to dementia.

Topics:

What she meant by preserving dignity in dementia
The DAWN approach
The 7 skills and how it applies to the relationship between caregiver and the person receiving the care
Her suggestions to caregivers
What is strength base care
Judy’s books

Links:

Host’s email: Rafiq@SeniorsPodcast.com
Sponsor’s Link - Right at Home
All Things Senior’s Facebook: www.facebook.com/AllThingsSeniors
Judy’s TEDx Talk Link: https://www.ted.com/talks/judy_cornish_the_dawn_of_dementia_care
Judy’s Website: https://thedawnmethod.com/
Judy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judycornish/
Judy’s Twitter: @theDAWNmethod
Judy’s Instagram: thedawnmethod
Judy’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theDAWNmethod/
Judy’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8UbxgQFYpSvJtaYmAF8wOw
Judy’s Email: Judy@theDAWNmethod.com

Judy’s Books:

Did You Know Segment: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3181916/

Episode 9: The Power Of Music In Dementia Care Jan 10, 2020

Show notes

Did you know that there are close to 10 million cases of dementia worldwide? That is one case of dementia every 3 seconds. Suffice it to say, it’s no longer just a challenge specific to a country but it has become a worldwide phenomenon.

Today we have Mary Sue Wilkinson, an educator and a professional musician. She is the author of “Songs You Know By Heart: A Simple Guide For Using Music In Dementia Care.” Mary Sue is also a public speaker and trainer. She leads hundreds of music sessions each year for seniors and has recorded two sing-along CDs.

Topics

How her journey started towards dementia care
How music helps dementia patients
Five reasons why she thinks music is a tool in dementia care
How family caregivers can figure out what kind of music their parents enjoyed when they were young
How someone working at assisted living facilities or retirement homes can incorporate music
Her works and CDs

Quote:

“Someone who is singing with you or to you is probably not there to hurt you.”

Links:

Host’s Email Address: rafiq@SeniorsPodcast.com
Sponsor’s Link - Right at Home
All Things Senior’s Facebook: www.facebook.com/AllThingsSeniors
Mary Sue’s Website: www.SingingHeartToHeart.com
Mary Sue’s Email Address: MarySue@SingingHeartToHeart.com
Mary Sue’s Twitter: @YoungatHeartMus
Mary Sue’s Instagram: singing_heart_to_heart
Mary Sue’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8Mhx0bIjD03YXHsAcwUt-A/featured
Mary Sue’s CD1: Songs You Know By Heart: https://singinghearttoheart.com/songs-you-know-by-heart-cd
Mary Sue’s CD2: Sing Along With Mary Sue: Folk Song Favorites For Young And Old - https://singinghearttoheart.com/sing-along-with-mary-sue-folk-song-favorites-for-young-and-old
Mary Sue’s Book: Songs You Know By Heart: A Simple Guide For Using Music In Dementia Care - https://singinghearttoheart.com/songs-you-know-by-heart-a-simple-guide-for-using-music-in-dementia-care--2
Research Link: https://musicandmemory.org/music-brain-resources/current-research/
Did You Know Segment: https://www.alz.co.uk/research/statistics

Episode 8: Ageism Jan 03, 2020

Show notes

According to a few research done by AARP, 64% of older adults in the United States have seen or experienced age-based discrimination. Unfortunately, it’s no longer a problem that’s prevalent in the United States alone. In fact, ageism is now regarded as the most wildly experienced form of discrimination in Europe.

Ageism also exists in social platforms like Facebook groups. In addition, the median age of employees at Apple, Google, and Facebook are 33, 31, and 26 respectively.

Today's guest is Ashton Applewhite. Ashton is the author of the book “This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism.” Ashton is an internationally recognised expert on ageism. She has spoken on the topic at various venues including the TED main stage and the United Nations.

Ashton has also written for Harper's, The Guardian, and The New York Times. Ashton is also the voice of "Yo, Is This Ageist?" Ashton is considered the leading spokesperson for the emerging movement against discrimination on the basis of age.

Topics:

What ageism is
Why ageism was reported as the top form of discrimination most people encounter
Why age is a real number
Negative messages about asking for help
Why she started "Yo, Is This Ageist?"
On her TED Talk
Seeing ageism’s effect in different parts of the world
Her take on the issue of climate change
When she started becoming an activist for ageism

Links:

Host’s email: Rafiq@SeniorsPodcast.com
Sponsor’s Link - Right at Home
All Things Senior’s Facebook
Ashton’s Website: www.thischairrocks.com
Ashton’s TED Talk: https://bit.ly/38OWPDQ
Ashton’s Twitter: @thischairrocks
Ashton’s Instagram: thischairrocks
Ashton’s Facebook: www.Facebook.com/ThisChairRocks
Ashton’s Book: https://amzn.to/35B9zfq
Ashton’s Blog: https://thischairrocks.com/blog/
Ask her a Question: https://yoisthisageist.com/
Did You Know Segment: https://brandongaille.com/44-shocking-ageism-statistics/
Age Discrimination Canadian Information: http://www.agediscrimination.info/international-age-discrimination/canada

Episode 7: Entrepreneurship After 65, a.k.a. “Senior Entrepreneurs” Dec 27, 2019

Show notes

Did you know that 61% of baby boomers would want to work after their formal retirement? This finding is also evident in the Babson College report as it revealed that 51% of small businesses are owned by people over the age of 50.

Today's guest is Paul Tasner. Paul is the CEO of PulpWorks, Inc., a company that designs and manufactures biodegradable packaging for consumer goods. Paul is also the co-founder of Sort Inc. Paul has a unique thing about entrepreneurship and he highly encourages everyone to watch his TED Talk on how he became an entrepreneur at age 66.

Topics:

How his journey as an entrepreneur started
Things to take into account when launching a business
What he would have done differently as an older entrepreneur
What people can learn from his experience in terms of finding capital
His response to people who ask why he’s still working instead of relaxing
His advice to older people who would like to start a business

Quote:

"If you really want to live a long rich life, do something entrepreneurial."

Links

Host’s email: Rafiq@SeniorsPodcast.com
Sponsor’s Link Right at Home: www.rightathomecanada.com
Paul’s TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/paul_tasner_how_i_became_an_entrepreneur_at_66?language=en
Paul’s Website: http://www.pulpworksinc.com/
Paul’s LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paultasner/
Did You Know segment: https://www.businessinsider.com/seniors-realize-their-small-business-dreams-2019-8
Email Address: paultasner@gmail.com

Bonus Holidays Travel Episode: Practical Travel Tips For Seniors Dec 23, 2019

Show notes

A new study conducted by the Transportation Research Board on the issues impacting seniors indicated that these so-called “ignored and invisible” population has a lot to worry about from a travel standpoint. Four of the biggest challenges faced by seniors are wayfinding, fatigue, technology, and amenities. In short, travel can be stressful for them.

Carla McDonald will discuss how to plan better and reduce the travel stress for seniors. Carla has 4 decades of experience with airlines. She has worked at the frontlines of airports checking in passengers, departing hundreds of flights, and boarding thousands of passengers in her career. She retired in 2017 but decided to continue servicing people who experience challenges that airlines are not able to address.

Carla started her own companion travel company business called The Travelling Guardian. The Travelling Guardian helps relieve the stress and worries of travelling alone with their travel chaperone service. Carla offers travelling companions for children, elderly individuals, mobility impaired individuals, as well as a nanny air service for parents.

Topics:

The biggest senior-related travel issue
Things that can help in planning your travel better
- Medical clearance
- Travel insurance
- Carry-on bag size and dimension
Difference between personal items and carry-on
Incorrect names can disrupt your travel
Questions most asked by seniors
About Travelling Guardian

Quote:

"The airlines aren't going to say NO to you. They just want to make sure that your parent is fit to travel."

Links:

Host’s email: Rafiq@SeniorsPodcast.com
Sponsor’s Link Right at Home: www.rightathomecanada.com
Carla’s Website: www.TheTravellingGuardian.com
Email address: TheTravellingGuardian@Gmail.com
Instagram: TheTravellingGuardian
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheTravellingGuardian
Did You Know Segment:
- https://bit.ly/35OI9Tl
- https://bit.ly/374NDtz

Episode 6: Using A Positive Approach To Dementia Care Dec 20, 2019

Show notes

Over half a million Canadians are currently living with dementia. Unfortunately, at least 10% of Canadians with dementia are being cared for in hospitals even though it’s not the ideal location for them. Dementia is not just a Canadian challenge, it's also a global issue and a complex one as well. It affects families financially, emotionally, and culturally. In short, it affects their overall lives in general.

Fortunately, there are some great people around the world who are spearheading movements to empower families affected by dementia. With us today is the world's most renowned speaker and educator on the subject of dementia, Teepa Snow.

Teepa is an occupational therapist with 40 years of clinical and academic experience. She presents with extraordinary expertise and humor to audiences large and small throughout the world.

Topics:

What Teepa meant by positive approach
When people have shortcomings
How dementia can differ depending on the patient’s personality
On getting connected before care
One of our biggest mistakes people commit
Why it’s hard for family caregivers
The importance of getting good and credible information early and throughout the diagnosis and progression of the condition
Some symptoms of dementia that needs to get a diagnosis
Gaps in the ability of family and professional caregivers to provide quality care for people with dementia

Quotes:

"There's almost always a solo person who thinks they know the person better, who believes they are the better caregiver."

"What I thought was gonna be the case may not turn out to be how it works."

"We start off as a human being first and foremost."

Links:

Teepa’s Website
Email address: pollyl@teepasnow.com
Twitter: @teepasnow
Instagram: teepasnows_pac
Facebook: www.facebook.com/teepasnow.dementiaexpert
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/teepasnow
Host Mentioned: https://www.aging2.com/
The AD8 - Dementia Checklist
Did You Know Segment: https://alzheimer.ca/en/Home/About-dementia/What-is-dementia/Dementia-numbers
Consulting - consulting@teepasnow.com
Products - https://teepasnow.com/product-category/all-products/
Coupon code - ALLTHINGS19

Episode 5: “Co-Housing”, an alternate option for Retirement Living Dec 13, 2019

Show notes

Cohousing originated in Denmark in the 1960s. Today some 50,000 people in Denmark are cohousing. In Canada, we have less than 20 cohousing projects and they are mainly in BC.

There are however over 150 such projects in the US (and maybe more now). Building communities and avoiding loneliness is something we all need to address as a society and cohousing definitely helps.

Today, our guest is Grace Kim. Grace is an architect with over 20 years of experience under her belt. She is also an internationally recognised expert in cohousing. Grade had a great TED Talk where she talked about how cohousing can make people happier (and live longer).

Topics:

What cohousing is
What makes cohousing different from a traditional condominium or single family home development
The benefits of cohousing
How some people approach cohousing
The biggest reason people don't prefer it
How cohousing helps people to live more happily
What we can do to share the message about choosing
How seniors can be supported in cohousing
What the mode of communication will be
The pros and cons of cohousing
What she does on her spare time

Quotes:

"Having a strong social connections and strong relationships are the most important things that would help longevity of life."

"Cohousing helps us to remember the humanity in all of us and to really be connected with each other in a more meaningful way."

Links:

Grace’s TED Talk
Grace’s Website
Grace’s LinkedIn
Grace’s Facebook
Contact Grace: info@schemataworkshop.com
How to find CoHousing options for you: http://cohousing.org/ and https://cohousing.ca/
Did You Know Segment

Episode 4: Quality Aging, Anywhere Dec 13, 2019

Show notes

Did you know that in Canada the average cost of living, whether it’s assisted or going to retirement homes with dementia suites can go up to 1.5k-6k dollars a month and the country has recorded a great increase of seniors in the last years.

Today we have Tony Weeks, the president and CEO of York Care Centre and also part of the Centre for Innovation and Research in Aging in New Brunswick. He also previously operated his own health consulting firm, served as a hospital CEO, and worked in senior provincial health and long-term care executive roles in Ontario, Saskatchewan, and Alberta.

Given that New Brunswick has the highest percentage of seniors, serving seniors and researching in better ageing solutions is very close to his heart. In this episode, he shares his thoughts on the retirement living facilities and his endeavour to help seniors improve their quality of life.

Topics:

Tony’s thoughts on the cost of living and the facilities of retirement living
His take on what we could do to do better in Canada
The 2 or 3 different types of facility life
The advocacy that needs to happen to empower people in their own homes
What and where to look for information for family caregivers to make the right decisions and to have the right perspective in mind
How to make the experience of moving to a retirement living or assisted living as best as possible
His thoughts on how as a society we can tap on the experiences of older adults and try to bring the purpose back to their life
The role technology plays in their activities and how to engage older adults in technology
Tony’s background and his organisations or institutions
The kind of collaborators and work they are looking for

Links:

Right at Home
Tony's Twitter
Tony's LinkedIn
Tony's Email: tweeks@yorkcarecenter.ca
Centre for Innovation and Research in Aging
York Care Centre
York Care Centre's Facebook
Age Well Canada

Episode 3: Aging In Place: Growing Older, Staying At Home Dec 13, 2019

Show notes

As of July 2019, there are more than 10,000 Canadians over the age of 100 and over 80% of those centenarians are women. Also, 16% to 17% of the people who are over the age of 65 today that is part of the population by 2031 will become 23%. Another 6% to 7% of Canadians will enter age 65 and above and by 2039, there will be another 4 million people.

We have Margot McWhirter with us today to talk about her insights on aging populations. Margot is a registered occupational therapist and has over 25 years of experience in the industry. She is also the founder of Inclusive Aging.

Topics:

How she sees the aging population in Canada
Reflecting on what aging means to us
What occupational therapist means and what they do
What successful aging in place means
How end-of-life planning doesn't need to be a difficult, painful, or awkward conversation
How an occupational therapist can help people to stay in place
How people usually pay for modifications in accessibility, safety, and quality of life
What Inclusive Aging is and what they do

Quote:

"Success is person-based, so what success is to you might be different than what success looks like to another individual."

Links:

Profiles:

Margot's Website
Margot's Email: info@inclusiveaging.com
Twitter: @InclusiveAging
Instagram: inclusiveagingca

Episode 2: How Much Do I Need For My Retirement Dec 13, 2019

Show notes

A Canadian Income survey conducted in 2017 revealed there’s close to quarter of a million seniors living in poverty in Canada and most of them are women. A 2016 data also indicated that 2/3 of the people in Canada who are over the age of 85 are women. To help us understand how seniors are living in poverty and how the age and gender thing works, we have Doug Buss with us today.

Doug is a financial planner and has more than 30 years of experience in the financial service industry. He has encountered countless different client situations (both business and personal) and has used his knowledge and experience to provide unique solutions. Doug is also the author of the book "Life Balance: The Secrets to Managing Your Personal Journey."

In this episode, he shared his thoughts from the financial planning perspective and provided recommendations in terms of financial planning.

Topics:

What financial planning is
When should people do financial planning
How to be budget-conscious
The 4 areas to focus on when working with a financial planner
What people should expect from their financial planners
What financial literacy means
Long-term care insurance
What he sees in housing options
His advice to listeners on what they should do today so they can change the direction of their financial planning
What he does on his free time
On his book “Life Balance: The Secrets to Managing Your Personal Journey”
How people can connect with him

Quote:

"The more you ask, the more you learn.”

Links:

Right at Home
Doug's Company Website
Doug's Book
Doug's Facebook
Doug's Twitter
Doug's Email: doug@yourstylefinancial.ca
Office number: 2044742929

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