Desperately Seeking Senior Living (Valerie Lynn Borgman)

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	Date	Titre	Durée
	03 Oct 2022	Ep 68 Which Senior Living Staff Member Should you Take your Complaints to?	00:12:00
Your dad finally agreed to move in to an assisted living community… you toured…found a great place… helped your dad figure out how many of his things he could bring…hired a moving company…moved.... and a month later? He’s not happy or maybe you’re not happy. In this episode we’re looking at some reasons families have been unhappy and we’re taking a close look at the staffing structure of most senior living communities so you know who to bring your complaints to … should you have them. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	13 May 2024	Ep 136 They Don't Give You a Handbook When Your Mom or Dad Isn't Safe at Home Any Longer	00:17:41
They don’t give you a handbook when your mom or dad isn’t safe to live alone any longer… This is what a family member recently said to me and while a complete handbook would be way more involved than this podcast episode…and probably not even possible… I’m going to share insights from families just like yours and give you some tips for creating your own handbook to hopefully help make your journey a little more doable. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen EVERY OTHER Monday wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	22 Jan 2024	Ep 128 What you Don't Know About the Senior Living Industry with Special Guest Melissa Fritz	00:47:55
Maybe you’ve even started to google senior living and care and maybe you’re scratching your head trying to figure out why it's so confusing! I’m your host Valerie Lynn and…in this episode I’m talking with industry professional and host of the upcoming PBS North special, Inside Senior Living, Melissa Fritz. Melissa’s series, Inside Senior Living, follows families on this journey. Her background working for Brookdale Senior Living as well as her personal experience navigating senior living for her father who had Alzheimer’s, fueled her passion for helping families understand their options and navigate those tough decisions. We discuss why the senior living industry is so complicated and confusing, we talk about some of the traps families unknowingly fall into and we offer some tips to help. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	06 Jun 2022	Ep 51 Family Talk: Dr. Delon Canterbury, Overmedicated, Asked to Leave a Care Setting and Becoming the Caregiver	00:24:31
A couple of weeks ago we talked with Dr. DeLon Canterbury about over medication in seniors… I was really taken by Dr. DeLon’s personal story so I asked him to come back on the show…. today he shares the story of his grandmother who was over medicated in a care setting causing a very difficult journey for her and their entire family…. Listen in as Dr. DeLon Shares the inspiration for his company GeriatRX…his grandma. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	05 Jun 2023	Ep 103 Loss of Independence in Senior Living	00:09:12
The time has come for your mom to move into senior living and she’s NOT happy about it. She keeps talking about how she’s losing her independence but you see it as gaining the freedom to do more since she won’t have to worry about keeping up with the house. So what’s she talking about? This week we’re looking at what this loss might look like for your loved one and ways you can help. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	04 Jul 2022	Ep 55 Keeping Couples Together when One Has Alzheimer’s	00:07:31
Mom is completely independent and doesn’t need help with anything ….except…dad… she’s been the caregiver and you know it’s wearing her down…but even the mention of moving dad to memory care… causes panic. This week we’re getting creative to help keep mom and dad together! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	29 Apr 2024	Ep 135 How to Help Your Aging Loved One Accept Care with Guest Angela Garcia	00:24:17
Has your loved one said they’re never moving from their house but they’re also refusing to let you bring in a caregiver…to help them with that shower or make that meal? Well then you do not want to miss this episode! Angela Garcia of Sunshine Care Services is here to share her secret sauce for helping seniors accept the care they need! In this episode we’re exploring pain, joy, goals, getting creative in the 4th quarter of life and bringing it all together with a little sunshine! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen EVERY OTHER Monday wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	03 Jul 2023	Ep 107 Dementia Tips with Guest Carrie Aalberts aka Dementia Darling	00:37:32
This week is our third episode in our caregiver series. I’m so excited to welcome back Carrie Alberts, a.k.a. Dementia Darling and if you’re listening right now and you’re thinking... Oh I didn’t mean to listen to a dementia episode… this episode isn’t for me… Then I definitely want you to listen in because these tips are for anyone interacting with someone who has dementia not just caregivers or people you know… and of course.. If you’re a caregiver or you work in senior living then you’re also in the right place! Carrie is a certified dementia practitioner She’s worked in senior living for a decade, has a degree in gerontology and a passion for caregivers! So listen in and share! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	13 Mar 2023	Ep 91 When Getting Around is Getting Hard - Transfers in Assisted Living	00:11:16
Last week we talked about weight in assisted living and how that affects transferring but it’s not just weight. It’s arthritis, a stroke, Parkinson’s, surgery or a fall… and no matter how much your mom or dad weighs transfer assistance can be more expensive and may not be available at every assisted living. In this episode we're talking about the different types of transferring and why you should start your call with this topic, when looking for assisted living. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com HELP US STAY ON THE AIR! Click to donate!
	20 Jun 2022	Ep 53 When Someone is Keeping You from Selling the House with guest Lilia Anderson	00:24:21
Your mom needs more assistance and needs to sell the house to pay for it… but she doesn’t want to leave her home…or your sister doesn’t want her to sell the house…or someone else is living in the house! Over the years…we’ve heard from so many families in this situation….so what exactly are you supposed to do if someone is keeping you from selling the house? I'm excited to welcome guest Lilia Anderson with Keller Williams Realty! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	20 Dec 2021	Ep 27 All Things Moving Day	00:15:28
Moving day usually brings stress, uncertainty and lots of questions! Today we're answering your questions about moving day. From rules to what not to forget....check out our doable download for the full list of questions. Then listen in! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Have more questions about moving day? Email us! familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	01 May 2023	Ep 98 Social Isolation and Seniors	00:07:06
Saying the words I’m lonely or sad or depressed are not the usual conversation starters especially since mom or dad don’t want to be a burden. You’re more likely to hear them say they’re fine…they like being alone. So today we’re going to outline some of the signs your aging loved one might be isolating, possible objections to getting out of the house and social opportunities. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	22 May 2023	Ep 101 Why a Birthday is Way More Important than Cake	00:07:25
Do you know your Mom or Dad or Grandpa's birthday? Are you sure? This week we're talking about why a birthdate could be wrong and why it's so important for seniors! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	03 Mar 2025	EP 155 Why Do Memory Care Communities Have a Bad Reputation? Is This Just How Dementia Looks? How to tell & How to advocate.	00:24:38
Memory care can feel overwhelming—especially when you’ve heard horror stories or toured a community that didn’t feel right. But not all memory care communities are the same, and knowing what to look for can make all the difference. In this episode, I answer Jan’s question: Why do I hear so many bad things about memory care? I share real-life stories, common concerns, and most importantly—how to advocate for your loved one. We talk about creative care solutions, how to spot red flags, and why staff training is critical. You’ll learn what questions to ask, when to trust your gut, and when it might be time to walk away. Dementia care is challenging, but with the right knowledge, you can find a community that truly supports your loved one’s dignity and well-being. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Episode 62 – What a memory care community is like Episode 68 – Who to take your complaints to in a community setting Episode 99 – How to choose the right community Episode 110 – Tips for choosing a memory care community with Leslie Fuller of Inspired Senior Care Follow us on INSTAGRAM & YOUTUBE for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 New Episodes the first Monday of every month wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	27 Jun 2022	Ep 54 Does Your Senior Living Community Accept Medicaid in the Future?	00:07:39
What if you have some money … Enough to move into a community today… but not enough to last for years…How do you choose the right community and what happens after you move in…and then… your money runs out? CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	04 Apr 2022	Ep 42 Managing Pain Through Music with guest Hannah Pyett	00:15:23
Pain...Something we've all experienced and when we think about managing pain....Medication is the go to... But What about alternatives? Today we're talking with Board-Certified Music Therapist Hannah Pyett about using music to manage pain and reduce stress and anxiety. A simple playlist...a big impact! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	25 Jul 2022	Ep 58 What is Assisted Living and How do I Know I Need it?	00:08:06
You’re visiting your mom and notice she looks a little disheveled… she says she’s been bathing…but you know there’s no way… or you look in the refrigerator and there’s nothing there…you ask yourself.. has she been eating? Or the worst.....you find pills on the floor! These are signs your mom may need some assistance. So this week…we’re talking all about Assisted living! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	11 Oct 2021	Ep 17 Family Talk: Host Valerie Borgman & Guest Adrienne Glusman share their grief experiences	00:09:59
Sometimes...really great things can happen after the interview is over. You may remember Adrienne Glusman from our Family Talk interview about caregiving at a young age. After the interview, Adrienne and I found ourselves sharing our experience with loss and grief. I thought....this deserves it's own episode. For resources on grief as well as the article that Adrienne talks about...check out our doable download. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	05 Dec 2022	Ep 77 What’s Going on with Mom? Is it Alzheimer’s?	00:08:46
It was Thanksgiving Dinner… now you’re used to mom repeating herself a few times and always chalked it up to old age… but this time was different… she started doing the strangest things and it all started with the mashed potatoes. This week we’re going to take a look at some real life examples…stories families have shared with us and things we’ve experienced. Things that made everyone go … whoa.. hang on a minute… this is different…Something’s really wrong…. and what should your next steps be? CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	15 Aug 2022	Ep 61 Our Most Popular Tips from Families! From Caregiving to Finding Senior Care.	00:15:51
Last week we took at look back at our most popular Doable Tip episodes from the professionals So this week we’re checking out our most popular doable tips from families who have been through the process of finding senior living and care or being caregivers themselves. Don’t forget to click on our Doable Download where I’ll have a link to each of the full length episodes featured this week. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	30 Sep 2024	EP 146 How Do I Convince my Mom to Leave Her Home?	00:19:55
You KNOW your mom or dad isn't safe at home alone but they are refusing to leave their home so what are you supposed to do when you truly believe it’s what’s best? In this episode, we’re exploring one of the most difficult conversations many of us will face: convincing your mom or dad, to leave their home and transition to senior living. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen EVERY OTHER Monday wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	11 Sep 2023	Ep 117 The Mini Mental Exam for Alzheimer’s & Dementia	00:07:58
Has your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's or Dementia? Or have you told their Doctor you suspect they have a cognitive impairment? Then you may have heard about this test. Many families we work with are still confused about how it works and what impact it can have on finding the right assisted living or memory care. This week we're talking about how the test is scored and how senior living communities use the information. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	19 Feb 2024	Ep 130 From Hospital to Skilled Nursing Rehab...Is there Another Option?	00:19:43
Rehab…. Short term rehab…. Skilled nursing facility… SNF… Through the years, I've witnessed families struggle with tough decisions, particularly when it comes to transitioning to assisted-living or memory care following a crisis at home, often triggered by a fall or illness. Unfortunately, about 90% of the families I've worked with have faced challenges with short term rehab stays… some more serious than others. So In today's episode, we'll dive into some of these stories but also explore alternatives and discuss how to advocate for your loved ones. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	27 Sep 2021	Ep 15 Family Talk: Adrienne Glusman, Young Life Interrupted - Caregiving at a young age	00:47:58
In this episode we're talking with Adrienne Glusman who at 29 years old became a caregiver to her mother. Her mother's original diagnosis was Parkinson's and later was corrected to Multiple System Atrophy. Adrienne shares her story and her passion for giving back to other young caregivers.\ Check out our Doable Download for a bonus tip from Adrienne. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	27 Dec 2022	Ep 80 Hearing Loss and Senior Living	00:06:45
You moved your dad to senior living for his safety, to make sure he takes his medications and that someone is right there in case he falls so you weren't really focused on his hearing loss. Hearing loss is something that we just live with....I know I do...I turn the tv up or I ask "What?" or I just let things go....so it's no surprise that it's not a focus when moving to a senior living community. This week we're making it one with some tips and ideas to help make community living a better experience. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com HELP US STAY ON THE AIR! Click to donate!
	25 Oct 2021	Ep 19 Family Talk: Host Valerie Borgman, Dementia, Hospice & The Chicago Cubs	00:31:45
I'm usually your host... but in this episode I'm sharing my story which took place long before I worked in senior living. My brothers and I watched as our father succumbed to his illness which caused dementia and hallucinations but didn't take away his sense of humor. I'm also really excited to welcome guest host Max Oppenheimer. Thanks Max, for helping me tell my story. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	04 Oct 2021	Ep 16 Using Art to Connect with those who have Dementia with guest Erica Curcio	00:26:28
Are you struggling to connect with your loved one who has dementia? Are you curious if you can reach them or to try something new? Or have you tried and can't seem to find the right way to connect? This is an episode you won't want to miss! We're so excited to have Erica Curcio from Boston, Mass. and better known as The Traveling Art Therapist, on the show. She's talking real tips, strategies and ideas for connecting with your loved one at any stage of dementia. Listen in then check out our doable download for more information. Have you had success connecting with your loved one using art? Email us your story! We'd love to share your success! familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	05 Feb 2024	Ep 129 Medicaid, The Medicaid Spend down & Implications in Senior Living	00:14:22
What is a Medicaid spend down?? Does it mean my mom is guaranteed to qualify for Medicaid after she spends down her money? If you’ve started your search for senior living and care and are concerned about finances… it’s likely you’ve heard the word Medicaid and the phrases straight Medicaid and the Medicaid spend down. But what exactly does this mean for your mom or dad?? In this episode we’re talking about Medicaid and the Medicaid Spenddown and how it could affect your search for senior living and care. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	02 Sep 2024	EP 144 The Assisted Living Community Said They Would Take Medicaid When We Need it and Now They're Saying No?	00:15:15
You toured a few assisted living communities …you were very up front with all of them about the money situation. The community your mom chose said don’t worry! When your mom runs out of money, we’ll take Medicaid. No Problem! Until it was a BIG problem. I can’t believe how many times this has happened to my clients and families I’ve met over the years. How is it possible that so many families are having the same experience? In this episode we're exploring some of these stories, discussing why it would be happening and what you can do about it. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen EVERY OTHER Monday wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	03 Jan 2022	Ep 29 The Emotional Side of Moving with guest Tina Baril	00:16:26
Moving from your home of 40+ years, downsizing your life and your memories...to move to senior living? It's no wonder it's a difficult conversation and a difficult task. Today we're talking with Tina Baril of Monarch Transitions about the emotions involved, tips and how to ease your move. Don't forget to check out our doable download for a bonus tip from Tina! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	10 Jul 2023	Ep 108 Caregiver Resources with Guest Carrie Aalberts AKA Dementia Darling	00:27:26
This is our 4th episode in our caregiver series with Carrie Alberts, a.k.a. Dementia Darling. In this episode, we're talking about all her favorite resources for caregivers. These resources are for anyone. If you know someone with Alzheimer’s or any cognitive impairment or if you’re a caregiver in memory care or a private duty caregiver. You’ll want to check out this entire series. Just key word search Carrie or Dementia Darling! And you should definitely get to know Carrie! She's a certified dementia practitioner. She’s worked in senior living for a decade, has a degree in gerontology and a passion for caregivers! So listen in and share! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	14 Feb 2022	Ep 35 The True Cost of Caring for Someone with Dementia with Co-Host Kelly Allen	00:20:15
What’s the true cost of caring for someone with dementia..…your health? Your job? Your family? Balancing your wish to care for your loved one (which may have been their biggest request) with caring for yourself can be daunting. In this episode, we’re looking at ALL the costs of care and some choices you may have. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	30 Jan 2023	Ep 85 Family Talk: Author Tracy Crump - Caregiving, Financial Concerns, In-Home Care & Assisted Living	00:40:43
This week we welcome Author Tracy Crump. Tracy had no idea that her years as an ICU nurse would prepare her for her Mother’s mysterious illness a mystery that her diligence helped solve… Tracy even preventing a potentially life threatening mistake when hospital staff attempted to give her father the wrong medication. Through everything, Tracy reminds us how important it is to advocate for your loved one. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com HELP US STAY ON THE AIR! Click to donate!
	21 Feb 2022	Ep 36 What Does Rest Actually Look Like? With Co-Host Kelly Allen	00:16:09
Are you actually able to to walk away from those dirty dishes and take a Saturday all to yourself? What about even just a couple of hours away from caregiving? Today we're looking at 4 steps to move closer to real rest...so grab your favorite drink and relax! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	06 Feb 2023	Ep 86 Showering in Assisted Living	00:10:18
I recently worked with a family whose dad was touring assisted living communities and during the tour he found himself alone with the tour guide. She later shared with me that he had some real concerns about how the whole showering thing was going to work. The first thing I thought was... wow! He didn’t feel comfortable asking his kids this question or asking the question in front of everyone on the tour. The other thing I wondered was how many other times seniors like your mom or your dad are having these same thoughts and not asking the questions… so I thought we need to have an episode just about showering! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com HELP US STAY ON THE AIR! Click to donate!
	27 Mar 2023	Ep 93 Common Signs Your Loved One May Need More Assistance - with Guest Bekah Wolken	00:12:03
We've all been asked how we're doing and most of us... at one time or another have said..."I'm fine." If you've asked your aging parent the same question? Chances are you're hearing..."I'm just fine." So this week we're talking with Bekah Wolken of Brookdale Courtyard Puyallup about some of the signs that fine...might not be fine at all. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com HELP US STAY ON THE AIR! Click to donate!
	12 Jun 2023	Ep 104 When Pets Become a Problem	00:08:40
How many times have you cringed watching your mom almost trip over her dog? And what happens when you’re not there? What to do with your parent's beloved cat or dog can be a brutal conversation. In this episode, we talk about knowing when it's time to have the conversation about pets and other possible options to giving them up. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	13 Sep 2021	Ep 13 Family Talk: Christine, Caregiving, moving and finding the right place	00:15:12
Christine was a caregiver by trade for 10 years so it was only natural that she would step in to care for her Father-in-law, Oliver, but when his wife died she knew it was time to find a place where he could enjoy the things he used to. In this episode, Christine shares what that experience was like for her giving over the caregiving to someone else and how they kept it a positive experience for Oliver. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	29 Nov 2021	Ep 24 Why In-Home Care? With guest Margaret Vander Hyden	00:15:06
When might you need in-home care and what exactly can they do for you? How much or how little can you sign up for? We're so excited to welcome Margaret Vander Hyden of Family Resource Home Care to the show! We're talking all things in-home care. Find out more about the show and our guest by clicking on our doable download. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	25 Jun 2021	Extended Trailer - Meet Your Host	00:01:36
Meet your host Valerie Borgman and learn more about the show! More from Valerie: Clear Path Senior Living Solutions
	11 Jul 2022	Ep 56 The Caregiving App with Guest Mike the Caregiver Guy	00:18:28
So you and your siblings are taking care of your dad…you have shifts and a group text … even though you only have a few shifts a week… it feels like you’re constantly getting those text updates…or… you hire in home care for your mom but it seems like you’re always seeing a new caregiver and have to explain again the best way to care for your mom who has Alzheimer’s…If any of this sounds familiar you won’t want to miss this week's episode! I’m so excited to welcome Mike the Caregiver Guy and founder of CareTrainr, the caregiving app helping families communicate with caregivers, Doctors and each other!!! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	06 Dec 2021	Ep 25 Family Talk: Peter - Out of State Caregiving, Difficult Conversations and Covid	00:26:24
If you live far away from your aging parents, you may have found yourself not only having difficult conversations with your parents about aging, safety and power of attorney but chances are you've had difficult conversations with yourself about moving. Are you moving closer? Should you move your parents closer? In this episode, we're welcoming back previous guest Peter Gallagher to tell his family's story. We're talking tough conversations, covid and you won't want to miss his Shirley MacLain moment! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! More from Peter: Listen to Peter's Doable Tip Episode Here! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	31 Jul 2023	Ep 111 Family Talk with Leslie Fuller - The Conversation about Moving to Assisted Living, Downsizing & Asking for Help	00:21:06
In this episode, founder of Inspired Senior Care, Leslie Fuller shares her family's story. She talks about what it was like when the strong one, the caregiver....the one no one was expecting to end up in the hospital...did. What the conversation about assisted living was like and how the process of moving was for them. Leslie has her master of social work with a focus in gerontology. She worked in senior living for many years as an executive director then a regional dementia care manager. Today, she helps senior living communities communicate with their residents and staff to create a more resident focused, positive and welcoming community. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	06 Jan 2025	EP 153 Are Assisted Living and Dementia Care Communities Safe?	00:24:29
All assisted living and dementia care communities have to be safe...right? In this episode, Valerie Lynn walks you through everything you need to know about evaluating safety in senior living—from essential physical features like fall prevention and security systems to medical care and emotional well-being because senior living communities are NOT created equal. With real-life stories and practical tips, you'll learn what questions to ask, what red flags to watch for, and how to trust your instincts to make the best decision. Whether you're starting your search or actively touring communities, this episode will empower you with the tools and confidence to find a place where your loved one can not only stay safe but truly thrive. Listen in... because this episode could help you go from desperate to doable! 00:09 - SAFETY FEATURES TO LOOK FOR 06:21 - A Family Decides Their Dad Needs a Memory Care or Assisted Living 10:30 - Physical Safety 20:23 - Emotional Safety 21:43 - State Reports & Inspections CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM and YouTube for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 New Episodes the first Monday of every month wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	19 Jul 2021	Ep 5 Family Talk: Lee, Memory Loss and Pre-Planning	00:23:57
Listen in as we talk with Lee who helped his mom move when her memory loss worsened. We talk about the creative measures he took and how her pre-planning helped! DOABLE DOWNLOAD with a BONUS TIP from LEE Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to be a guest on the show and share your story? We're looking for families who have been through the process of finding senior care and housing. Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com More from Valerie: Clear Path Senior Living Solutions
	02 Oct 2023	Ep 120 Should you Disclose Everything to a Senior Living Community or Adult Family Home?	00:23:03
Many families struggle with disclosing their loved ones care needs especially if there are behaviors they find embarrassing or if they feel no-one could possible want to care for their loved one. Other families find financial information too private to share. Some families don't know what they should or shouldn't be sharing. In this episode we're talking about why it might not be a good idea to NOT disclose and when it might be ok. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	29 May 2023	Ep 102 Googling Senior Living & Care	00:09:57
Many of our clients have told us they spent hours on the internet… which led them to countless phone calls…which led them nowhere! So why is it so hard to find what you’re looking for? Listen in! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	30 May 2022	Ep 50 From Pets to Pot, What Not to Bring to Senior Living	00:11:09
Your parents really need more assistance but getting them to leave their home…their two huge dogs…cats and birds? Well that’s going to be a challenge! Sometimes the obstacles to moving into a senior living community or an adult family home....weren’t what you were expecting! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	24 Apr 2023	Ep 97 Family Talk - Ryan Herd, Cancer, Caregiving and Tech	00:22:11
I'm excited to welcome back, Ryan Herd. You may have seen his TEDx talk about his innovative technology that helps you be a fly on the wall for your aging loved one. (Check out last week's episode to learn more about this amazing tech!) This week, Ryan is sharing his inspiration…The story about his father’s battle with cancer and how Ryan’s concern and his dad’s fight for independence led to the creation of a small non-intrusive …no cameras … technology called Caregiver Smart Solutions. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com HELP US STAY ON THE AIR! Click to donate!
	23 Dec 2024	EP 152 Why Holidays are the Perfect Time to Talk Senior Living	00:09:58
Many families share that being home for the holidays prompted siblings and other family members to finally see what they were seeing all along. Mom might need more help. The holidays bring families together, making it the ideal time to start conversations about senior living. In this episode, I share why any holiday is perfect for these discussions, practical tips for approaching the topic with care, and strategies for making it a collaborative effort. From recognizing the signs of needed support to showcasing what senior living has to offer, this episode equips you with tools to navigate this journey with compassion and confidence. Listen in... because this episode could help you go from desperate to doable! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM and YouTube for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen EVERY OTHER Monday wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	30 Oct 2023	Ep 122 Who Can Help You with Your Search for Assisted Living and Memory Care?	00:23:41
You’ve made so many phone calls ... gone on tours and ultimately didn’t find what you were looking for. Let’s be honest....maybe you're not even really sure what you're supposed to be looking for or even need. So this week we’re going to talk about help you may find along the way if you or someone you know is starting this journey. We're talking about what you can expect..what should happen and what you can ask for. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	24 Jan 2022	Ep 32 Burnout, Therapy & Covid with Co-Host Kelly Allen	00:17:43
If you've worked in healthcare or have a loved one in senior care then you won't want to miss this episode! Kelly is sharing her experience working in memory care and behavioral health during Covid. She details her burnout, the therapy that helped and the break she had to take for her own self care. We also have some exciting news we share in this episode! Don't miss it! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	27 Dec 2021	Ep 28 Family Talk: Kelly Allen - Caregiver burnout, difficult conversations and saying goodbye.	00:34:27
Knowing your loved one's wishes is one thing...watching them decline and wrestling with the realization that you may not be able to grant those wishes... is another. Today, Kelly shares her family's story of watching her grandparents decline, having that difficult conversation when they could no longer stay home and saying goodbye. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	18 Sep 2023	Ep 118 Alzheimer’s/ Dementia & Driving	00:13:14
There are things in life we take for granted…like driving. We jump in our car and take off to the grocery store without a thought. Loss of independence is one of the top things seniors report they fear. Not being able to drive is one of the biggest representations of that loss. So what are you supposed to do when you fear your loved one isn’t safe behind the wheel? In this episode, we’re talking about how to approach this conversation and what other families have done. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	19 Jun 2023	Ep 105 Finding Your Community as a Caregiver with Carrie Aalberts aka Dementia Darling	00:14:10
You visit your mom once a week to fill her pill box but you worry she’s not taking her medications, so you give her a call every day just to make sure. Or maybe your dad lives with you because he just isn’t safe living alone and even though he doesn't need much help, you make his meals every day. Sound familiar? You’re a caregiver and it’s time to find your tribe! I’m so excited to welcome Carrie Aalberts aka Dementia darling to the show! If you don’t know her yet…you’ll want to! She’s worked in senior living for a decade, has a Master of Science focused in Gerontology, is a Certified Dementia Practitioner and has a passion for caregivers! This week’s episode on finding your community as a caregiver kicks off a series with Carrie that you won’t want to miss! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	14 Aug 2023	Ep 113 Will Your Independent or Retirement Living Community call 911 for Your Loved One? Some won't.	00:09:50
There are many reasons seniors decide to make the move to senior living…sometimes it’s the yard, meals, transportation or making new friends. Many times is safety. Whatever the reason…I bet you didn’t think you had to ask THIS question. In my research, I have found 3 companies...not communities but companies... with many communities... whose policy is to NOT call 911 for their independent residents. Every company has a right to their policies...and you have a right to know. Don't miss this episode!!! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	23 May 2022	Ep 49 Do You Suspect Your Loved One is Overmedicated? With guest Dr. Delon Canterbury	00:29:31
How many medications is your loved one on? 10, 20, 30? If it's more than 5 it may be too many!!! Are they experiencing new confusion? Falls? Are med reviews a quick 5 minute..."Are you still taking these meds?" If you answered yes to any of these, DON'T MISS this episode! We're talking with Dr. DeLon Canterbury with GeriatRx, a company dedicated to helping seniors reduce medications they don't need! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	01 Nov 2021	Ep 20 Why is Moving to Senior Living Such a Difficult Decision? With guest Amanda Kirilenko	00:17:26
I'm so excited to be talking with Amanda Kirilenko of Cadence Senior Living in Kent, WA about this topic! We encounter so many families who feel guilty about moving their parents from home to senior living. Why is it so hard and how will we feel someday when it's our time? Have you had these tough conversations with your parents? How did it go? Send us an email at FamillyTalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	02 May 2022	Ep 46 Family Talk: Jennifer Fink, Early Alzheimer’s, Refusing Help & Memory Care Communities	00:35:43
Do you have one parent with Alzheimer’s and the other one, their spouse… just won’t accept any help? Do you wonder if you’re going to get Alzheimer's too? I’m so excited to welcome Jennifer Fink….host of the Fading Memories Podcast…helping families and caregivers through their Alzheimer’s journey… today Jen is sharing her story. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	08 Aug 2022	Ep 60 Our Most Popular Tips Straight from the Professionals	00:15:29
Sometimes you want all the details and sometimes you just want the bullet points...well this week is a bullet point kindof episode! We're taking a look back at the past year's most popular doable tip episodes featuring the professionals and their number one doable tip! Check out our Doable Download for a link to each full length episode featured. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	08 Jul 2024	Ep 140 Family Talk with Special Guest, Patti LaFleur aka Miss Patti Cake - Finding the Right Care Setting, Dementia Caregiving & Grief - Heartbreakingly Beautiful	00:43:46
Patti LaFleur is the Lorenzo’s House Youth Initiatives and Outreach Lead. Patti is the former carepartner to her mom, Linda, who had younger-onset dementia - and a former elementary educator of over 10 years. Patti designs and leads our youth programming with intentionality, knowledge and love. Her capacity to connect with family members through lived experience and profound generosity of spirit sets the tone for how Lorenzo’s House shows up for families. Patti has a Masters Degree in Instructional Leadership and is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, has spent countless hours volunteering with people living with neurocognitive disorders, and as a community educator for the Alzheimer’s Association. In this episode, Patti shares her journey, grief at losing both parents, love and finding joy when it’s hard. This is Patti’s story. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen EVERY OTHER Monday wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	16 May 2022	Ep 48 They Asked You to Move Out Due to Memory Loss...Now What?	00:11:51
No one wants to get that phone call from their Assisted Living. The one where they say....."We need to talk about your Mom." Many times those living in Assisted Living may develop memory loss making it impossible to continue living in that environment. Moving is a big deal!! What can you do to help buy some time while you look for Memory Care? CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	08 Jan 2024	Ep 127 First Responders, Caregivers & Dementia	00:17:31
Does your state...city...county require dementia training for your Police Officers and EMT's? Many do not. In this episode, we’re talking about interactions with first responders and their Dementia training or lack of dementia training and what caregivers can do to help. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	05 Aug 2024	EP 142 What's Love got to do with Assisted Living & Memory Care?	00:09:42
I’ve often heard families say that moving their mom or dad into assisted living or memory care kindof felt like dropping their kids off at daycare that first time. Why would it feel that way? The first time I dropped my son off at daycare is burned in my brain. He cried...I cried…it was terrible! I think one of the reasons moving your loved one into a senior living community feels like this is because most of the time this decision comes after you’ve taken on the roll of caregiver and you know first hand how vulnerable your loved one has become. What's love got to do with it? Maybe...Everything. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen EVERY OTHER Monday wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	12 Jul 2021	Ep 4 Does Medicare & Medicaid Pay for Assisted Living &100 Days of Rehab? With Guest Erin Dwyer	00:12:32
We're discussing one of the most confusing subjects...Medicare & Medicaid. Join us as we talk with Erin Dwyer-Busch of Senior Care Authority St. Louis, MO. and address some of the most common misconceptions of what each program covers. Click Here for our Doable Download with Full Show Notes Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	24 Jun 2024	Ep 139 Embracing Dementia and Overcoming Denial with Guest Ana Burnes	00:39:25
Ana Burnes is a seasoned marketing professional with over a decade of experience forging strong community partnerships. Her extensive background includes leadership roles and a specialized focus in the medical field, where she excels in patient care and assistance. Ana is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of those she serves, and she is passionate about helping others through coaching and mentoring. In this episode, we tackle the tough subject of denial when facing a move to memory care. How to meet our loved ones where they are on their journey and choose the right care setting. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen EVERY OTHER Monday wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	21 Nov 2022	Ep 75 When Family Members Disagree	00:09:41
Your dad’s health is declining. Your mom has been his caregiver for years and let’s face it.. She’s not getting any younger! You’re worried about her health…so when she finally agrees to let you help her find a senior living community for dad, you’re relieved. You get on the phone to tell your brother, excited about the plan… but he’s not as excited and all hell breaks loose. This week we're taking a look at what happens…when families disagree. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	16 Sep 2024	EP 145 Death is Not a Dirty Word! With Special Guest Hospice Nurse Penny	00:49:59
No one wants to talk about or even think about senior living and care and I think that goes double for death and dying. I’m so excited to welcome Penny Hawkins Smith to the show. She’s a nationally certified hospice & palliative care registered nurse with over 17 years of experience. You may know her as Hospice Nurse Penny on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook where Penny is working to dispel the mysteries around dying and the stigma of hospice. In this episode we get real about Hospice and senior living! 36:20 Questions to ask when you interview Hospice 42:50 Existential Suffering 45:08 Penny’s #1 Doable Tip CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen EVERY OTHER Monday wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	20 Sep 2021	Ep 14 When is it time to think about Assisted Living? With guest Max Oppenheimer	00:10:46
Have you been thinking it might be time for assisted living but weren't really sure? Do you sometimes feel embarrassed or bad about the care your loved one needs and wonder if you really need to tell everything? We're excited to welcome back Max Oppenheimer with The Brentmoor Retirement Community in University City, Mo. to talk about these questions and more! Don't forget to check out our Doable Download for full show notes. CLICK HERE For our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	21 Mar 2022	Ep 40 How do you Connect with those Suffering from Alzheimer’s with guest Jonathon Gerson	00:16:43
That moment you realize you can no longer communicate with your loved one the way you used to can be the most difficult part of the Alzheimer's journey. Today we’re talking with licensed mental health counselor and Alzheimer’s specialist Jonathon Gerson. Jonathon works not only with family’s but with those suffering from Alzheimer’s and dementia. Celebrating the memories they still have. We’re talking about the brain and some strategies to connect. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	27 May 2024	Ep 137 Aging, Ageism in Healthcare, Advocating & Creating a Plan for the Future with Guest Dr. Corinne Auman	00:40:38
Dr. Corinne Auman is a Gerontologist with over 20 years of experience. She has a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology with a specialty in adulthood & aging. She's an author, educator, caregiving and aging expert. Corinne’s passion for educating families comes from her own family's caregiving journey and years helping families through her care management company. She’s on a mission to change the conversation around aging with her book Keenagers. The term Keenagers describes an emerging demographic which includes those in their 50’s,60’s and beyond. Her book explores aging, ageism, caregiving and so much more. In this episode, we’re tackling some of the tough caregiving topics from having that conversation to the cost of senior living and care and the lack of training and support in the healthcare industry. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen EVERY OTHER Monday wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	15 May 2023	Ep 100 Mom’s been in Rehab too Long and Medicaid Won’t Pay to Keep her Apartment	00:07:38
21 days, 12 days, 42 days… zero days. These are just some of the states and how long they’ll hold your mom or dad’s apartment while they’re in the hospital on vacation or in a skilled nursing facility. Listen in to Sarah's story and find out what her options were! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	28 Aug 2023	Ep 115 When You Disagree with the Community’s Nurse Assessment	00:08:35
You know your loved one best but when it comes to a nurse assessment…The community is balancing regulations and liabilities. Yes, They are providing care but they are also a company. A company that is subject to annual inspection and protecting their license as well as the caregivers and other residents. There are so many variables to consider. So what if you disagree with their assessment of your loved one? Listen in and check out our doable download to find out! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	20 Feb 2023	Ep 88 Alcohol in Senior Living	00:07:12
Whether your dad is a recovering alcoholic, you're concerned about medications, memory care or your mom's right to have her glass of wine with dinner....alcohol is something that can be an issue in senior living. So today we’re talking all about alcohol! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com HELP US STAY ON THE AIR! Click to donate!
	28 Mar 2022	Ep 41 Family Talk: Jonathon Gerson - Caring for a Spouse with Alzheimer’s	00:13:58
Studies have shown that caring for those who have Alzheimer’s is one of the most difficult caregiving jobs. Watching your loved one decline…you lose them as they lose themselves….Today I'm excited to welcome back licensed mental health counselor and Alzheimer’s specialist, Jonathon Gerson who cared for his husband for 6 years. It started with cancer then progressed to Alzheimer’s. Today Jonathan shares his story. A story of love, staying in the moment and a little help from friends. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	25 Apr 2022	Ep 45 Family Talk: Jodie - Denial, Separating Spouses, Transitional Trauma & Therapeutic Lying	00:34:27
How do you get your loved one help when they insist they don't need it? What are some signs that it's time to make some really tough decisions about moving? We're excited to welcome back Jodie Condie Finney, DPT and Co-Founder/Director of the Caregiver Club to share her family's story of her mom's journey through Alzheimer's. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	15 Apr 2024	Ep 134 Family Talk with Sharon Miller - Losing a Loved One to Dementia, Rehab & Adult Family Homes	00:24:32
In this episode, Sharon opens up about her journey alongside her husband, Loyd, as they navigate life with Dementia. From those heart-sinking moments of noticing Loyd's memory and ability to communicate slip away to caregiving, strong views about skilled nursing & rehab and finding the right adult family home. This is Sharon's story. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen EVERY OTHER Monday wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	11 Nov 2024	EP 149 Should I Give My Phone Number to the Senior Living Communities I Call & Tour?	00:14:42
You’re struggling to manage caring for mom or dad. You’re juggling work, trying to manage the dwindling finances that are necessary to care for your aging parent or loved one and the pressure of it all is dizzying. The push to answer questions and make decisions you’re not ready to make can leave you feeling boxed into a corner. And why won’t the phone stop ringing!? In this episode, we're answering a simple question that can have big consequences. Should you give out your phone number when you call or tour a senior living community? Listen in... because the answer could help you go from desperate to doable! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM and YouTube for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen EVERY OTHER Monday wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	04 Mar 2024	Ep 131 Advocating for the Things Your Loved One Loves or Used to Love	00:18:43
Some of my favorite stories in senior living have come from finding that thing…that activity…that spark.... that makes this really difficult transition… a little more personal. Many seniors express that moving to senior living is where they're going to die or that you...their loved one or caregiver are just going to drop them off...or another phrase I've heard is you're going to dump me at a senior living community. So how do you move past these fears? Because the other thing I've heard from seniors, after sometimes years of acclimating is.... I wish I would've done this earlier. What made that shift? My guess is that making friends and finding purpose are key. What if you could speed up this process by digging deeper….getting creative...moving past the activity calendar and advocating for those things that used to spark joy in your loved one? You just may find that you not only improve your loved one's experience...but you open the door to changing the energy, spirit and focus of the entire community. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen EVERY OTHER Monday wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	16 Aug 2021	Ep 9 Family Talk: Donna & Sharon, A father’s memory loss, his dog Theo and his final days	00:22:42
In this episode, sisters Donna & Sharon recount how tough it was as their father's memory was declining while he still lived on his own. They discuss their many conversations with 911 and the folks at Life Alert and how happy they were with the home they moved their father into. They also share their father's final days and moments. Click below for this episode's Doable Download and a special list of bonus tips! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD and Full Show Notes Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to be a guest on the show and share your story? We're looking for families who have been through the process of finding senior care and housing. Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com More from Valerie: Clear Path Senior Living Solutions
	20 Mar 2023	Ep 92 Understanding Denial in Aging	00:07:41
Are you the one trying to convince your family that your Mom needs more help? Or are you the family member that just doesn't see it. Denial is something we hear families talk about, admit to and think a family member might be in. The most important thing about denial is that it's normal. If you’ve been told you’re in denial, you are not alone. If you're the one trying to convince someone else they are...you're not alone. So listen in! In this episode, we’re talking about the signs you might be in denial, why you might be in denial, and the implications. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com HELP US STAY ON THE AIR! Click to donate!
	07 Feb 2022	Ep 34 Toilet Talk! With guest Maria Lindbergh	00:20:06
Does your loved one complain of back pain? Have they had a recent surgery or fall? These are signs that they might be having trouble in the bathroom! I'm so excited to welcome Maria Lindbergh, Occupational Therapist and owner of Stay At Home Solutions to Talk A-Booty It! Also the title of her class on bathroom techniques to help keep your loved one's safe and independent longer. Don't miss this episode!! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	11 Apr 2022	Ep 43 Easier Outings with Someone Suffering from Alzheimer’s or Dementia with guests Alicia & Jodie	00:20:11
Are you getting anxious just thinking about taking your loved one out to dinner? Or have you stopped going out at all? Today we've got a great tool to help you have a better outing!! I'm so excited to welcome cousins Alicia & Jodie to talk about their company, The Caregiver Club. They help you communicate discreetly with those you're interacting with....letting them know that you're with someone who needs a little extra patience and understanding.....someone extraordinary. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	14 Mar 2022	Ep 39 Family Talk: Mike & Liz - Alzheimer’s & Traveling, Family Dynamics & Guilt	00:34:04
What do you do when you need to move your loved one with Alzheimer’s closer to you? Dealing with family members you’ve never even met? Not to mention all that guilt everyone is feeling. How do you get them to agree to move? What’s that flight going to look like? In this episode, Mike and Liz share their story about a very long flight from Virginia to Seattle and finally finding the right care environment for Mike's dad. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	13 Jun 2022	Ep 52 What if You Can’t Afford Senior Living?	00:10:56
Many of the families we work with are facing this exact issue! Their loved one may only be getting social security or a very small pension and neither are enough for that senior living community down the street. In this episode, we're looking at possible programs, assistance and ideas that may help. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	09 Aug 2021	Ep 8 Letting go of your Home to Move to Senior Living with Guest Peter Gallagher	00:10:09
Moving is hard at any age but it's even harder when you've lived in your home for 40 years. In this episode we're talking about selling your home to move to senior living. We're joined by Peter Gallagher with Sash Realty. Peter has helped hundreds of families through this process and offers some great insight and advice. For more information as well as a bonus tip from Peter, click below for our doable download. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	28 Jun 2021	Ep 1 Family Talk: Floy, Executor, POA & Trustee	00:24:25
Listen in as Floy describes what it was like being Executor for her brother Dale and sister-in-law June's estate and then years later, POA and Trustee for June after her brother passed away. Click here for this episode's DOABLE DOWNLOAD worksheet Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to be a guest on the show and share your story? We're looking for families who have been through the process of finding senior care and housing. Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com More from Valerie: Clear Path Senior Living Solutions
	22 Aug 2022	Ep 62 What is a Memory Care Community Like?	00:11:07
We’ve worked with so many families who tour memory care communities and leave feeling defeated and no matter what their loved one’s level of memory loss…feel there’s no way they would place them there. Today we’re taking a look at why families have such strong reactions to memory care communities and what exactly you can expect. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	11 Dec 2023	Ep 125 Behind the Scenes of A Senior Living Community with Executive Director Tina Nutt	00:24:28
Have you ever wondered what it takes to run an assisted living community? Should you ask to meet the person in charge and is there anything you should be asking them? Who exactly IS the person in charge and what should you expect from them when your mom or dad lives there? In this episode, we’re talking with Executive Director Tina Nutt ... that person in charge...about what it takes to run a successful independent and assisted living community. From dining to care to a day in the life.... you don't want to miss this episode! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	15 Nov 2021	Ep 22 That First Phone Call to a Senior Living Community	00:09:14
If you've already made several first phone calls to several senior living communities....that's ok! This episode can still help you save time and get you the information you need! In this episode I outline why it can take so many phone calls and so much time to find the right fit and offer some strategies to help you in your search. Check out our doable download for everything we talk about in this episode. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	23 Jan 2023	Ep 84 Food in Senior Living - The Dining Experience	00:11:11
What if I told you …that for the rest of your life you could only eat at one place…what would you say? I’m actually surprised we don’t hear more about how important food is to the seniors we help… even though care and location are arguably more important…food is often one of the reasons seniors want to move out of their current community. So this week we’re going to talk about how dining works in a senior living community versus an adult family home How communities can differ from each other Special diets And what to do if you don’t like the food CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com HELP US STAY ON THE AIR! Click to donate!
	09 Dec 2024	EP 151 Family Talk with Guest Ginni Ryan: Hospice, Family Dynamics, Guardianship & Self Care	00:31:12
I was so excited to welcome back Ginni Ryan, who worked in the senior living industry has for over 25 years. She is currently with Revel Communities. We had such a great conversation in my previous episode, about making that move to an independent living community and how difficult the decision can be, but also all the benefits of making the move. It’s a really great episode so be sure to check it out if you haven’t already. This was one of those interviews that ended up being an interview inside an interview and that was because Ginni started sharing her own personal experiences with her parents, her in-laws and those family dynamics. I knew immediately that I had to have a separate family talk episode with Ginni. We’re talking hospice, family dynamics, denial, Dementia, guardianship and self-care. Don't miss this episode! 03:13 - Hospice 05:59 - Family Dynamics 17:00 - Dementia Moving - Packing & Navigating the Airport 19:13 - Dementia & Denial 20:08 - Guardianship CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM and YouTube for more doable tips! Need help finding senior living or care? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! We can help with your search for senior living & care wherever you live! www.clearpathsls.com Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at connect@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com ————————————— Hit subscribe ✅ and spread the word! 📣 Listen EVERY OTHER Monday wherever you listen to podcasts! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! A BIG THANK YOU for listening in 🎧commenting, liking 👍, telling others 📣about the show!! www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com @desperatetodoable #desperatetodoable
	27 Feb 2023	Ep 89 Call Systems in Assisted Living	00:10:46
One of the things that families tell us they find most frustrating, is when their mom or dad pushes the call button and it takes forever for a staff member to answer that call. This can be a big deal! What if they're needing help to the restroom or had a fall? In this episode we're talking about the call system in assisted living and memory care. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com HELP US STAY ON THE AIR! Click to donate!
	22 Nov 2021	Ep 23 Can You Compare the Cost of Assisted Living Apples to Apples?	00:11:41
If you've ever tried to compare assisted living pricing you've probably been a little frustrated. The truth is....it looks more like apples to oranges...Today we're looking at why it can be so difficult and some strategies for making it a little easier. Don't forget to check out our doable download for a bonus tip! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	24 Jul 2023	Ep 110 Language Matters in Assisted Living and Memory Care with Guest Leslie Fuller	00:25:23
Have you ever toured a senior living community… and it just didn’t feel right? Did you hear things or see things that made you feel like this was an institution and not a community? If you're not getting that warm welcoming feeling.. how can you be sure your mom or dad will? In this episode, we’re talking with the founder of Inspired Senior Care, Leslie fuller about what language to look for when you tour a senior living community. Leslie has her master of social work with a focus in gerontology. She worked in senior living for many years as an executive director then a regional dementia care manager. Today, she helps senior living communities communicate with their residents and staff to create a more resident focused, positive and welcoming community. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	14 Nov 2022	Ep 74 What is a Respite or Short Term Stay in Assisted Living?	00:09:08
We’ve been focused on family caregiving for the last couple of episodes and one of the things we see so often is the caregiver getting sicker than the one they’re caring for. So this week we’re going to talk about one option for taking a break, the respite or short term stay. We're also going to look at some other reasons you may want to consider one. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	25 Dec 2023	Ep 126 The Home Visit from a Senior Living Community	00:10:27
When you toured a community you most likely gave them your phone number and most likely your Mom gave them hers. When you do that you’re going to get follow up phone calls. That call is to check in and see where you’re at in the process and how things are going. From this call the home visit is born. In this episode we're talking about what exactly a home visit is and why it can be a helpful resource for families. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Need help with your situation? BECOME A CLIENT TODAY! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	01 Aug 2022	Ep 59 What is Skilled Nursing?	00:10:31
Has your mom or dad or grandparents ever said…"Whatever you do…you better never put me in a nursing home!"? Well That might be because.. when they were looking for assistance for their parents…Nursing Homes were the only option outside of family caregivers and visiting nurses. This week we’re talking all about Skilled Nursing…the new Nursing Home. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	08 Nov 2021	Ep 21 Family Talk: Angie - Nursing Home Roommates and Living Apart from Your Spouse	00:17:09
Have your parents had to separate because one needed more care and couldn't stay home? Angie's family went through this exact situation. After more than 50 years of marriage, her mom had to move to a nursing home leaving her dad home alone. They also found themselves in a situation where her mom has to have a roommate....some have been good and some not so much...Check out our doable download for a summary of the show and a bonus tip from Angie! CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com
	05 Sep 2022	Ep 64 What are CCRC’s or a Buy-in Campus?	00:08:51
Wouldn’t it be great if you could know that your parent's future care needs were completely taken care of? That they could plan financially and not have to worry if something were to happen with their health? That you didn’t have to keep touring different communities as their needs increased? Oh wait … there is! This week we’re looking at the CCRC and while this option may not be for everyone...it can be a great option for those wanting to invest and plan for the future. CLICK HERE for our DOABLE DOWNLOAD with FULL SHOW NOTES Follow us on INSTAGRAM for more doable tips! Would you like to share your story and be a guest on our show? Email us at familytalk@desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com www.desperatelyseekingseniorliving.com

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