Manchester Living Podcast

Manchester Living Podcast

Manchester Living Podcast offers insight to families trying to navigate the complex maze of challenges facing our aging community and their families.

  1. Episode 62: Hoarding: Stuff Matters

    MAR 12

    Episode 62: Hoarding: Stuff Matters

    Tonia Tomlin and Holly Clapp join host Brian Levy to shed light on the complexities of hoarding disorder, a serious mental health issue often misunderstood by the public. Drawing from their personal and professional experiences, they explore the emotional challenges, the long journey toward recovery, and the critical role of empathy and therapy in supporting affected individuals and their families. http://www.ManchesterLivingPodcast.com

    27 min
  2. Episode 61: End-of-Life Ethics & Elder Decision-Making: Dying On Your Own Terms

    FEB 19

    Episode 61: End-of-Life Ethics & Elder Decision-Making: Dying On Your Own Terms

    What if you could choose the time, place, and company for your final moments—ensuring a peaceful, dignified death on your own terms? Dr. Robert L. Fine, Director, Office of Clinical Ethics and Palliative Care, Baylor Scott & White Health, unpacks the complex realities of medical aid in dying (MAID), hospice, palliative care, and end-of-life decision-making. Dr. Fine sheds light on how individuals can navigate end-of-life decisions with dignity, legal clarity, and compassion while addressing common misconceptions and ethical challenges surrounding MAID. Join Dr. Fine and host Brian Levy as they explore a topic that hits close to home for so many, including a few personal examples from Dr. Fine's illustrious career.

    52 min
  3. Episode 60: Care, In Isolation - A Son’s Story of Resilience and Reconciliation

    FEB 2

    Episode 60: Care, In Isolation - A Son’s Story of Resilience and Reconciliation

    Josh Hickman, author of Forgetting, shares the raw and heartfelt journey of caring for a difficult parent with dementia in this deeply personal episode of The Manchester Living Podcast. Host Brian Levy and Josh explore the complexities of caregiving when the loved one’s personality challenges intersect with cognitive decline. From the early signs of cognitive decline to the isolation of being a caregiver to managing guilt and resentment of your loved ones, Josh dives deep into his experiences and the lessons he learned.

    32 min
  4. Episode 59: Elder Living Choices

    11/20/2025

    Episode 59: Elder Living Choices

    In this episode of The Manchester Living Podcast, host Brian Levy is joined by senior care experts Godwin Dixon (co-founder of Teresa’s House, an assisted living and memory care community) and Melissa Orth (President & CEO of Legacy Senior Communities) to explore the full spectrum of elder living options. They break down key terms and choices — from independent living and assisted living to memory care, continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), and more. Our guests share expertise and real stories to help families and caregivers navigate these complex decisions. Whether you’re planning ahead or facing an urgent need, this discussion offers clear, practical insights. http://www.ManchesterLivingPodcast.com

    55 min
  5. Episode 58: PET THERAPY

    10/23/2025

    Episode 58: PET THERAPY

    Therapy dogs can spark joy and connection where words sometimes can’t. In this episode, Brian Levy speaks with Jennifer Hudson, PhD and Cathy Zelzer about their experiences bringing dogs into elder care settings. Discover how these visits help lower anxiety, encourage social interaction, and bring meaningful moments to seniors and their families. http://www.ManchesterLivingPodcast.com

    23 min
  6. Episode 57: The Top Drawer In The Kitchen with Teepa Snow

    09/26/2025

    Episode 57: The Top Drawer In The Kitchen with Teepa Snow

    World-renowned dementia expert Teepa Snow returns to The Manchester Living Podcast with fresh insights into dementia care. In this episode, she offers practical advice for families and caregivers navigating the challenges of cognitive change.  Drawing from more than four decades of experience, Teepa shares her expertise and her signature positive approach to care — emphasizing effective strategies, compassionate communication, and the importance of person-centered support.

    55 min
  7. Episode 56: The Father of Aerobics: Dr. Kenneth Cooper’s 8 Steps to Living Longer

    09/02/2025

    Episode 56: The Father of Aerobics: Dr. Kenneth Cooper’s 8 Steps to Living Longer

    In this episode of the Manchester Living Podcast, host Brian Levy talks with Dr. Kenneth Cooper, founder of the Cooper Aerobics Center and widely known as the “Father of Aerobics.” Now in his 90s, Dr. Cooper shares his eight healthy steps for living longer, the importance of preventive medicine, myths about aging, and personal stories from decades of research and patient care.

    46 min
  8. Episode 55: Loving Hard to Love Parents

    08/04/2025

    Episode 55: Loving Hard to Love Parents

    What do you do when your aging parent becomes difficult, controlling, or emotionally draining? On this episode of The Manchester Living Podcast, host Brian Levy sits down with Dr. Paul Chafetz and life coach Alison Goldberg to explore why this happens—and what adult children can do to cope. From long-term personality challenges to dementia-related changes, they offer practical ways to manage the relationship without burning out. http://www.ManchesterLivingPodcast.com

    25 min
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Manchester Living Podcast offers insight to families trying to navigate the complex maze of challenges facing our aging community and their families.

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  • Creator
    Manchester Living Podcast
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    64
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Manchester Living Podcast
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