Home Designs For Life: Remodeling Ideas To Increase Safety, Function, And Accessibility In The Home.
My podcasts offers solutions to help older adults stay in their homes for as long as possible.
We explore creative home modification solutions and talk to experts in the building and healthcare industry to help older adults and their caregivers navigate how to create safer, more attractive, and comfortable spaces while simultaneously increasing their home value.
Let us educate you on creating a home that changes with you, so you can live your best life at any age!
Episodes
102 episodes
Learn How a Real Estate Professional Can Help You Navigate The Biggest Transitions in Life: Moving!
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Cathi Coridan, a senior real estate specialist, who shares her insights on helping seniors navigate the complexities of life transitions, particularly in real estate. Ca...
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Season 7
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Episode 103
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46:40
Universal Design Is the Key to Aging In Place
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Scott and Sarah Pruitt, co-founders of the UD Project, focusing on the importance of universal design in creating accessible homes. They discuss their mission to increas...
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Season 7
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Episode 102
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53:49
The Impact of Ageism on Older Adults and the Importance of Home Modifications for Aging In Place.
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Eve Hill, an aging in place specialist realtor, and founder of Customized Aging
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Season 7
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Episode 101
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52:25
Making Homes Accessible for Everyone
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Jamal Stevenson, the key sales officer at We Hear You,...
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Season 7
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Episode 100
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35:26
Transforming Bathrooms for Independence with Occupational Therapist and Toilet Expert Maria Lindbergh
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel and Maria Lindberg, OTR/L, discuss the importance of home modifications, particularly in the bathroom, for older adults. ...
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Season 7
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Episode 99
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51:22
Comfort Meets Safety: The SENSTEC Showerpan
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Mark Conacher, Managing Director of SENSTEC USA, about his extensive career in the...
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Season 7
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Episode 98
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54:16
Multi-Generation Living & Home Design
SummaryIn this conversation, Daniel Fuchs shares his insights on multi-generational living, drawing from his personal experiences as a caregiver for his father with Alzheime...
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Season 7
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Episode 97
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49:44
Planning for Aging In Place with Nancy Griffin
In this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Nancy Griffin, CEO and founder of Glowing Older, about her journey in the
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Season 7
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Episode 96
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48:49
Navigating the Reverse Mortgage Landscape with Michael Pankow, CEO of Veterans Mortgage of America
SummaryIn this conversation, Janet Engel interviews Michael Pankow, a retail mortgage executive and CEO of Veterans Mortgage o...
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Season 7
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Episode 95
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54:16
Educating Homeowners About the Benefits of Modifications with Top Podcaster & General Contractor Chris Lalmolia
Chris Lalomia, CEO of The Trusted Toolbox, discusses his business and the challenges and benefits of home renovations for older adults and peop...
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Season 7
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Episode 94
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47:37
A Conversation with Katherine Ambrose: Founder of Senior Home Coach & Senior Industry Influencer
SummaryKatherine Ambrose, founder of America's Senior Home Coach, shares her journey...
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Season 6
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Episode 93
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46:35
Curbless showers provide accessibility and aesthetic benefits compared to traditional showers with curbs.
SummaryJoseph Erlbach, co-owner of Rapid Recess Systems, discusses the benefits and installation process of curbless shower systems. He explains that the idea for t...
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Season 6
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Episode 92
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37:25
Navigating Insurance and Financing for Aging in Place Modifications
Ali Sultani, owner of Handy Pro Services, and Melissa Bresler, outreach coordinator and occupational therapist, discuss their business and the services they provide for people with disabilities and those who want to age in place. They o...
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Season 6
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Episode 91
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51:34
Enhancing Senior Safety and Peace of Mind with Caregiver Smart Solutions
Ryan Herd, CEO of Caregiver Smart Solutions, shares his journey from the tech industry to founding his company, and discusses the develop...
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Season 6
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Episode 90
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41:32
Author, Scott Fulton on his New Book WhealthSpan: More Years, More Moments, More Money
Scott Fulton, an expert in health and housing, discusses his book 'WealthSpan' and the key factors for aging well. He emphasizes the importance of asking the right quest...
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Season 6
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Episode 89
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55:14
The Story of the Lotus Ring: A Revolution in Smart Home Technology
SummaryDeval Patel, CEO of Lotus, shares the story of developing the Lotus ring, a wearable device that controls home appliances. The ring eliminates the need for ...
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Season 6
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Episode 88
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46:01
Home Modifications for Aging in Place Can Be A Lucrative Business With the Right Partnerships
SummaryNick Middleton, a general contractor and certified Aging in Place specialist, discusses Knoxville Aging in Place and their partnership with Habitat for Humanity.
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24:45
Melissa Hladek, Expert on Hoarding Disorders Talks About Addressing Hazards In the Home & Aging In Place
Melissa Hladek, a hoarding remediation expert, shares her career journey and insights into hoarding disorder. She explains that hoarding is a result of one decision at a time and a lack of follow-through. Hoarding disorder is a ...
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Season 6
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Episode 87
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39:14
The Importance of Proper Lighting in Home Design
SummaryMaria Szeglowski the kitchen and bath sales designer for Richelieu, discusses the company's advanced li...
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Season 6
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Episode 86
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29:03
The Mailbox is Now Suited for Aging in Place: MB Sentinel's Founder, Jeff Kutas, Discusses His Innovative Approach to Mail Delivery Systems
Jeff Kutas, founder of MB Sentinel, discusses his aging in place product, the Box G...
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Season 6
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Episode 86
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27:24
The Impact of Adaptive Equipment on Mobility with Co-Founders from Adaptive Equipment & Caregiving Corner
Christina and Cindy, co-founders of the Adaptive Equipment and Caregiving Corner, started their
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Season 6
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Episode 85
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38:34
Benefits of Joining the Aging In Place Directory
Janet and Esther discuss their new website, the Aging in Place Directory, which connects homeowners and caregivers with aging in place professionals. They explain how the idea for the directory came about and the benefits it offers to b...
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Season 6
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Episode 84
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32:14
Revolutionizing Home Access: Jared Chevraux on Beautiful Design, Industry Trends, and Smart Tech Innovations
Jared Chevraux, CEAC the executive vice president of Jtek Solutions Group and owner of Jared Chevraux C...
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Season 6
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Episode 83
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29:36
Empowering CAPS Specialists & Homeowners: Tom Jameson on Transforming Lives with the Federal Home Loan Bank Grant Program
Tom Jameson discusses the Federal Home Loan Bank Grant program and the specific program he created in West Lafayette, Indiana. The program provides grant dollars to qualified homeowners for home modifications and repairs. Tom ex...
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Season 6
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Episode 82
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47:41