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Jenny Schmidt
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Learn Gray Podcast

A podcast all about aging! We discuss current issues facing seniors, adult children, senior health, Medicare, financial and legal concerns and more. Finding the Golden Years not so golden? Let's have a real conversation about it!

Episodes

  1. 18 MAR

    Episode 8 - Finding Hope in the Shadows: Cody's Dementia Care Journey

    Welcome back to The Learning Gray Podcast!In this episode, I sit down with Cody, a devoted son navigating the turbulent terrain of supporting a parent with dementia. Through Cody's heartfelt narrative, we uncover the stark realities of his journey, including the profound struggle to find anyone willing to lend a helping hand. From grappling with the initial signs of dementia to tirelessly seeking a diagnosis, Cody shares the isolation and frustration that often accompany the quest for as...

    55 min

  2. 17/08/2022

    Episode 7 - Leading in the Background with Amber Wichmann

    Some personalities just compliment each other really well, don’t they? This is true in our personal lives, but it is also true in our work lives. Two years ago, Jenny found herself in a place where she needed to hire someone to help run things and keep organized. This is where Amber Wichmann comes in! Join us today as we talk with Amber about her journey with Black Hills Advocate. She has been such a huge support over the last 2 years, and has some very exciting news about her future!Episode ...

    36 min

  3. 10/08/2022

    Episode 6 - The World of Real Estate Auctions with Gary Messner

    In today’s episode, Jenny discusses auction services with Gary Messner - Owner/Broker Messner Auction & Land Company. Jenny and Gary have been working together on estate auctions & liquidation for 6 years.Jenny shares what a wonderful resource Gary has been to her both professionally and personally. Gary is able to empathize with people from all walks of life as he has experienced the highs and lows of life himself. From bankruptcy, gathering aluminum cans for money and li...

    30 min

  4. 03/08/2022

    Episode 5 - Aging Can Be Beautiful with Leacey Brown

    Welcome back, everyone! Today, we are so excited to have guest Leacey Brown with us! Leacey is the South Dakota State University Extension Gerontology Field Specialist. She works to bring evidence-based information about aging and older adults to communities and stakeholders that will help with decision making and planning to help South Dakota’s future flourish.Originally from Florida, Leacey studied sociology in college. Once she was finished with that, realizing that she di...

    33 min

  5. 27/07/2022

    Episode 4- Don’t Lose Sight of Your Why with Renee Sales

    Episode 3 - Don’t Lose Sight of Your Why with Renee SalesRenee Sales is a local Rapid City realtor with Remax Advantage in Rapid City. She works all over the Black Hills, helping her clients buy and sell real estate. Renee and I have been long-time friends, and I am so grateful to be able to say that we also have the privilege of working alongside each other as well! Today on the show, Renee shares her unexpected journey to real estate and the secrets that help her remain successful...

    34 min

  6. 20/07/2022

    Episode 3 - Life is Sacred and Death is Sacred - Navigating Hospice Care with Trish Kirsch

    “Life is sacred, and death is sacred.” Trish KirschToday on the show, I am sharing a conversation with Trish Kirsch. Trish has been a nurse for 27 years, primarily caring for the senior population. Currently, she specializes in hospice in Rapid City, and as you will hear through her tone in this episode, it’s truly her passion.Today Trish does a fantastic job explaining the intricacies of hospice, what to expect when hospice is on your case when to involve hospice, and even who pays for hospi...

    24 min

  7. 13/07/2022

    Episode 2 - Black Hills Advocate Attorney Drew Skjoldal

    Are you a caregiver overwhelmed by the legalities of the healthcare system? Have you ever wondered how you begin estate planning? Have you ever wondered how to make a power of attorney?When it comes to the healthcare field, caregivers, and navigating it all, it’s not uncommon to feel overwhelmed. This is another area where Black Hills Advocates wants to come alongside you and let you know that you don’t have to do it alone.Today on the show, I am interviewing my dear friend Drew Skjoldal...

    27 min

  8. 06/07/2022

    Episode 1 - The Learn Gray Podcast - An Amazing Resource for You

    Today on the show, we are sharing the story behind the genesis of Black Hills Advocate. Owner, Jenny Schmidt shares about her upbringing, and what she believes led to her heart for seniors, patient care, and advocacy.Every good business has a beautiful story and mission behind it, and Black Hills Advocate does not disappoint when it comes to that.Tune in in today to hear about Jenny’s upbringing on her grandparent's farm, her paper route full of senior friends, her leap of faith to quit her j...

    24 min

  9. 06/07/2022

    Trailer - Welcome Back to Learn Gray!

    Welcome Black to Learn Gray. I decided to take a break from the podcast to really think it through, and I decided that what I really needed most was to include all of the fantastic people I interact with within my career and share them with you.I have reworked the podcast and am thrilled to share the fantastic line-up of guests and their superpowers on the show.I hope you’ll tune in, follow the show, and share it with someone you think will benefit from it. Enjoy!Links Mentioned in Episo...

    2 min

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About

A podcast all about aging! We discuss current issues facing seniors, adult children, senior health, Medicare, financial and legal concerns and more. Finding the Golden Years not so golden? Let's have a real conversation about it!

Information

  • Creator
    Jenny Schmidt
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Learn Gray
  • Show Website
    Learn Gray

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