7 DEC 2023 · Too often, veterans and their spouses or families are unaware of eligibility for financial assistance from the government through the VA. Recent stats show that roughly 25% of Americans over 65 y/o can qualify, but many are unaware. On today’s show, Brian and Eric vanGoethem discuss this important benefit for the men and women who sacrificed for our country.

29 NOV 2023 · Ozempic is the latest craze for quick weight loss... but is it healthy? And is it right for seniors?

22 NOV 2023 · Funeral planning is inevitable, whether you are ready or not, and it should be a part of the estate planning process. Logan Roberts, Social Worker, discusses how to make funeral planning less scary.

15 NOV 2023 · Tina Thompson, Director of Sales And Business Development with Amatus Hospice shares how keeping a positive outlook, even when terminally ill, can help you find purpose.

25 OCT 2023 · Our world is looking a lot more like the Jetsons every day. Robot vacuums, 3D printers, drones, and all of these wonderful technologies make our lives even better. ‘Age tech’ is also gaining some steam and companies are coming up with innovative solutions to help seniors stay in their homes longer. However, there is a major problem with this…of all of the solutions out there, how does one know which ones will work best for your loved one? Laurie Miller joins me today to discuss some really amazing technologies and how she curates them for her clients.

18 OCT 2023 · Billy Chemirmir was found convicted for murdering two seniors and is suspected in the murder of two dozen others. Today, we are joined by Robert MacPhee, son of one of the victims and Partner with Secure Our Seniors Safety, an organization that works with legislatures to improve safety for seniors.

4 OCT 2023 · Before signing up for your Medicare services, always consult an expert. Commercials aren't always what they appear.

27 SEP 2023 · Being a patient in a hospital or healthcare environment can feel a lot like being a passenger who’s simply along for the ride. Multiple departments and specialties, confusing paperwork, sometimes conflicting medical advice, errors, etc. all can contribute to increased stress, and in some cases, poor outcomes. Today’s guest, Priscilla Romans, has built a company to help families address these issues by helping them navigate and advocate for themselves in these situations.

13 SEP 2023 · Study finds that older people who report feeling run down are more likely to die within 2 1/2 years. On today's show, we discuss this, the importance of dementia screening, and caregiver training.

6 SEP 2023 · Most people when asked would prefer to live a longer life. However, an important factor with aging should be quality of life. In today's episode with Dr. Thomas Johnson, we discuss keys and variables to successful aging.