Not Ready Yet: Curating Conversations for the Aging Journey
Not Ready Yet: Curating Conversations for the Aging Journey
Podcast Description
Helping to change the conversations we have with our loved ones about aging and life decisions. Each episode contains information to help you and your family work through the "not ready yet" conversation of aging.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on topics related to aging, family dynamics, and planning for the future. Episodes delve into specific issues such as the importance of legal documentation for aging individuals, understanding ADHD in seniors, and engaging in meaningful conversations about legacies and belongings. Examples include discussions on how proactive conversations can lead to better outcomes and the emotional complexities involved in moving for seniors.

Helping to change the conversations we have with our loved ones about aging and life decisions. Each episode contains information to help you and your family work through the “not ready yet” conversation of aging.
In this episode of Not Ready Yet: Curating Conversations for the Aging Journey podcast, host Lisa Harper speaks with Scott Fischer, a leader in senior care, about the complexities of aging and the importance of having open conversations about senior living options. Scott shares his personal journey into the field, the nuances of placement in senior living, and the critical need for families to engage in discussions about aging before crises arise. The conversation emphasizes acceptance, preparation, and the emotional challenges families face as they navigate the aging process together.
Takeaways
- Scott Fischer has over 30 years of experience in healthcare and senior care.
- Placement professionals help families find suitable senior living options.
- Senior living encompasses various types of care, including independent and assisted living.
- CCRCs require a significant upfront fee for future healthcare needs.
- Families should start conversations about aging before a crisis occurs.
- Acceptance of aging is crucial for families to navigate the process.
- The importance of understanding the financial implications of senior living options.
- Families often face emotional challenges when discussing aging and care.
- It's essential to have a plan for aging to avoid urgent crises.
- Scott emphasizes the need for compassion and ethics in senior care.
Resources
National Placement and Referral Alliance (NPRA)
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