This Day and Age
It’s true—age is more than just a number. With each year comes new challenges, new opportunities, and new experiences to navigate. In this podcast, we bring together experts in all things aging from Holland Home, Faith Hospice, and Atrio Home Care to arm you with the information you need to spark conversations with your loved ones and help make confident decisions as they go through the phases of life. Topics range from preparing for senior care both at home or in a senior living community to hospice and palliative care and maintaining wellness as you age.
Episodes
35 episodes
Healing After Loss: Carl Paganelli’s Grief Journey
Hospice is often thought of as end of life care. And while this is true to an extent, Faith Hospice offers a more holistic approach, even continuing to support the loved ones of their patients who have passed. In this episode, we’re joined by G...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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28:41
Navigating the Role of Dementia Caregiver
In this episode, we’re joined by Susan and Annie, two individuals caring for their loved ones living with dementia. They graciously share with listeners a bit about their experience–the ups and downs, joys and sorrows, struggles and triumphs. W...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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34:39
Good Ol' Fashioned Advice Part 2
We often take for granted the fact that some of society’s greatest resources are right here in our own communities. Older adults have a lifetime of experiences and years of wisdom to share, and we’re on a mission to help bring their advice to t...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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47:44
BONUS EPISODE: Letters to Grief
In this special bonus episode, we welcome back Heidi VanSledright, who graciously shared her personal journey through grief in a previous episode, “Finding Hope & Healing.” As a part of that journey, Heidi talked about how writing letters t...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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9:18
Good Ol' Fashioned Advice
We often take for granted the fact that some of society’s greatest resources are right here in our own communities. Older adults have a lifetime of experiences and years of wisdom to share, and we’re on a mission to help bring their advice to t...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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49:10
Finding Hope & Healing
On any given day, over 50% of people are grieving in some way. In this episode, we explore the healing power of bereavement care for those navigating a journey through grief. Heidi VanSledright joins to share her personal experience with loss. ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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31:34
Cultivating Resilience As We Age
What is resilience? How can we cultivate it? How can we utilize it for a more positive aging experience? In this episode, we’re joined by author and CEO/Founder of IPV Consulting, Michelle Steffes. She dives into the topic of resilience, sharin...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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39:12
Aging with a Positive Mindset
Throughout Season 3 of This Day & Age, we’re exploring how choosing to age with a positive mindset can lead to a more enriching and rewarding experience. In this episode, we talk to two Holland Home senior living residents, Carol and Judy, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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46:24
But First...A Look at Last Season
We’re excited to be kicking off Season 3 of This Day & Age, where we’ll cover topics around the theme of “The Art of Positive Aging.” But before we dive in, we wanted to share a quick recap of Season 2, in which we educated listeners on the...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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23:27
Coping with Grief as You Age
While grief is most commonly associated with the passing of loved ones, there are a number of different factors that can lead to a higher level of grieving in aging adults. From retirement to becoming empty nesters to physical or mental decline...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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36:49
Dementia Awareness & Care
There is still a lot of stigma around dementia, and the lack of awareness and understanding leads many people to shy away from those living with the disease. In this episode, we’re joined by Lois Thomas and Rosemary Apol-Hoezee of the Dementia ...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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34:23
Maintaining Your Mental Health as You Age
People often think of older adults as carefree individuals with few responsibilities and stressors in this phase of life. However, older adults can still experience mental health issues like anxiety and depression—the causes are just different....
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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29:43
Good Ol' Fashioned Advice
In this episode, we’re taking a moment to celebrate one of our community’s greatest resources: the knowledge and wisdom of the older generations. Their collection of stories, experiences, and lessons learned over a lifetime are invaluable, espe...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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27:27
The Cultural Shift in Generations
Every generation is shaped by a number of historical events and experiences that lead to shared cultural and personality traits. As more and more Baby Boomers are reaching retirement age, these characteristics are reshaping the senior living an...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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32:35
The Unexpected Keys to Healthy Aging
When it comes to healthy aging, things like eating healthy and staying active are what people typically prioritize. While these are important aspects, more and more research is pointing to other factors that profoundly impact the health of agin...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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28:10
Technology & Aging
Technology and the older generations haven’t always meshed well. Whether due to ageism, access gaps, or anxiety about its use, older adults have been impeded from utilizing modern tools. However, with an aging population, technology is and will...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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39:50
Misconceptions About Senior Living
When it comes to senior living, there’s a fair share of misconceptions. Many people still have a negative image of it—hospital-like institutions with sterile living facilities and little interaction. But that is far from the reality of the vibr...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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31:44
The Cost of Care
Whether you plan to receive help from family, move into a senior living community, or use home care services as you age, there is a lot of planning and preparation that needs to take place. One of the biggest aspects being finances. In this epi...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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32:18
Who Will Care for Future Seniors?
The Baby Boomer generation — America’s most populous generation — will soon all be 65 and older. As they continue to age, the demands for their living and care needs will too. On top of an increased life expectancy, fewer caregivers and limited...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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33:00
Advocating for Yourself as You Age
How can you prepare for the shifting aging demographics in our country? In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Carol Robinson, a speaker and consultant in healthcare advocacy. She’ll help listeners better understand the conversations they should ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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32:28
Aging in America
The baby boomer generation has brought both challenges and opportunities to our country’s economy, infrastructure, and institutions. Now, with this aging group set to make up 21% of the U.S. population by 2030, what can we expect for the future...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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32:34
Grieving Well
A recent study revealed that 57% of Americans are experiencing grief in someway. That means that one out of every two people you see is grieving. In thisepisode, Faith Hospice Bereavement Manager Janet Jaymin teams up withWOOD-TV8 M...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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40:50
Dementia: A Positive Approach to Care
How can we change the culture around dementia care? In this episode, dementia expert and founder of Positive Approach to Care® (PAC), Teepa Snow, uses real-life examples to help listeners better understand how to care for and relate to loved on...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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30:27
Expanding Possibilities and Empowering Patients
Hospice and palliative care each have a distinct purpose. In this episode, hospice and palliative care physicians Dr. Patrick Fitzgibbon and Dr. Jason Beckrow help listeners discover what that purpose is, discussing the origins, differences, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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44:43
The Science Behind Healthy Aging
What does active, healthy aging look like in senior communities? Truthfully, it varies, and some, like Holland Home, have a more comprehensive approach than others. Vibrant Living, our award-winning and research-based model, goes far beyond the...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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28:02