77 episodes

Let's get smarter about growing older - a podcast to answer all your questions on aging.

Seniority Authority Cathleen Toomey

    • Self Help

Let's get smarter about growing older - a podcast to answer all your questions on aging.

    From the Vault - Services for Older Adults and How to Access

    From the Vault - Services for Older Adults and How to Access

    From the Vault: This episode is back by popular demand! Our listeners loved the tips and stories shared by this guest about aging well, so tune in and share with your friends.

    What happens if you're an older adult and have run out of resources? In today's episode, Cathleen speaks to Carissa Elphick, the Director of Human Service Programs at Partnership for Public Health, who also oversees ServiceLink offices for Belknap and Carroll County in New Hampshire. Carissa manages operations for the Community Health Services Network, an integrated network of medical behavioral health and substance abuse disorder, as well as social service providers in the Winnipesaukee region.

    • 25 min
    Depression, Dementia and Delirium in Older Adults – How to Tell the Difference

    Depression, Dementia and Delirium in Older Adults – How to Tell the Difference

    Delve into the often-misunderstood world of dementia, delirium, and depression in older adults with psychiatrist Dr. Sarah Slocum. Learn how to identify these conditions, their treatments, and the importance of staying active and engaged for mental health.

    • 42 min
    From the Vault - Solo Agers: The Keys to Planning Your Life in Retirement

    From the Vault - Solo Agers: The Keys to Planning Your Life in Retirement

    From the Vault: This episode is back by popular demand! Our listeners loved the tips and stories shared by this guest about aging well, so tune in and share with your friends.

    Want to learn valuable information and suggestions for how to age safely and happily, even as a solo ager? With a growing number of people opting out of having children, how we age has changed the scope of life in retirement. The prevalence of solo agers means that community life and building a social network have newfound importance.

    In today’s episode, Cathleen speaks to Dr. Sara Zeff Geber, an author, certified retirement coach, and professional speaker on retirement and aging. Sara shares tips on how to build your community, avoid loneliness and isolation, and stay mentally healthy as a solo ager. Having developed a niche specialty as an expert in solo aging, Sara is on a mission to guide people who have no children or who are aging alone to have a safe and fulfilling life in their retirement years. If you are concerned about making the most of your Golden Years, don’t miss this episode.

    • 40 min
    Living a Tapas Life

    Living a Tapas Life

    Discover the concept of a 'tapas life' with author Andy Robin and learn how to create a fulfilling, dynamic post-retirement lifestyle by exploring new interests, passions, and opportunities.

    • 40 min
    How Stretching Can Help Strengthen – At Any Age

    How Stretching Can Help Strengthen – At Any Age

    Embrace the benefits of yoga and mindful movement as you age with expert Will Thomas. Learn how stretching and strengthening can alleviate aches, improve overall health, and enhance your quality of life in your golden years.

    • 35 min
    A Supreme Fitness Strategy : RBG’s Personal Trainer Shares Tips

    A Supreme Fitness Strategy : RBG’s Personal Trainer Shares Tips

    Uncover the secrets behind Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's fitness routine with her personal trainer, Bryant Johnson. Learn about functional fitness and how to overcome your 'prison anchors' to age gracefully and healthily.

    • 36 min

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