LightAtTheEnd.com Podcast
LightAtTheEnd.com Podcast
Podcast Description
On the LightAtTheEnd.com Podcast, we talk to experts in healthcare, deathcare, legal, financial, and other related disciplines to get their insights and perspectives on these universal, yet still rarely talked-about topics around end-of-life.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on end-of-life issues, incorporating themes like grief processing, caregiver challenges, and alternative burial methods. Episodes spotlight unique topics such as navigating anticipatory grief, exploring green burial options, and practical healing strategies for trauma. For example, discussions include Jennifer A. O'Brien's insights on caregiving through art and Susan Hannifin-MacNab's tools for healing from grief.
On the LightAtTheEnd.com Podcast, we talk to experts in healthcare, deathcare, legal, financial, and other related disciplines to get their insights and perspectives on these universal, yet still rarely talked-about topics around end-of-life.
Navigating Aging: Ensuring Independence, Safety, and Quality of Life
In this insightful episode of the LightAtTheEnd.com Podcast, host Kevin Berk sits down with Jacqueline Silverman, a certified senior advisor and founder of AgingAdvisoryServices.com. Jacqueline shares her wealth of knowledge on aging in place, addressing common challenges such as home safety and medication management, and explains the critical roles of Certified Senior Advisors (CSAs) and Certified Aging in Place Specialists (CAPS). The discussion covers proactive planning to maintain independence, the importance of having critical documents like a Power of Attorney, and the need for a supportive network. Whether you're planning for yourself or assisting a loved one, this episode provides invaluable advice on how to navigate the complexities of aging gracefully and safely.
00:00 Introduction
02:29 Challenges and Decisions in Aging
05:56 The Importance of Planning Ahead
15:14 Home Safety Tips for Aging in Place
25:16 Legal and Financial Preparations for Aging
29:40 The Importance of Medication Management
32:43 Cost Considerations for Home Care
36:28 Navigating Resources and Support Systems
40:20 Balancing Independence and Safety
49:44 Choosing the Right Aging Specialist
53:27 The D.N.A. of Aging in Place
54:44 Synergy Between Aging in Place and Senior Living
57:05 Mindset and Proactive Aging
Resources Referenced:
– LightAtTheEnd.com (our platform for guidance on end-of-life planning and support)
– AgingAdvisoryServices.com (Jacqueline's business site for aging-related consulting)
– Certified Senior Advisors (CSA) Certification – https://www.csa.us/
– Certified Aging-in-Place Specialists (CAPS) Credentialing – https://www.nahb.org/education-and-events/credentials/certified-aging-in-place-specialist-caps
– Area Agencies on Aging – https://acl.gov/programs/aging-and-disability-networks/area-agencies-aging
Disclaimer
This podcast’s information is provided for general reference and was obtained from publicly accessible sources. The Podcast Collaborative neither produces nor verifies the content, accuracy, or suitability of this podcast. Views and opinions belong solely to the podcast creators and guests.
For a complete disclaimer, please see our Full Disclaimer on the archive page. The Podcast Collaborative bears no responsibility for the podcast’s themes, language, or overall content. Listener discretion is advised. Read our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for more details.