Answers For Elders Radio Network

In this special four-part episode, Chuck Olmstead speaks with Suzanne Newman about the Top Ten Advocacy Principles as well as what Answers for Elders stands for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special four-part episode, Chuck Olmstead speaks with Suzanne Newman about the Top Ten Advocacy Principles as well as what Answers for Elders stands for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special four-part episode, Chuck Olmstead speaks with Suzanne Newman about the Top Ten Advocacy Principles as well as what Answers for Elders stands for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special four-part episode, Chuck Olmstead speaks with Suzanne Newman about the Top Ten Advocacy Principles as well as what Answers for Elders stands for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veterans Interview with Stan Solmonson at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. Stan joined the U.S. Navy in Sept. 1943 and served two years, then later was a tech sergeant in the U.S. Air Force.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Co-owner Brian Scalabrine talks about Adriana Senior Living , an independent living senior community in Des Moines, WA. He is a former Boston Celtics and Chicago Bulls basketball player.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rolland Wright is the author of The Widows Project: Serving The Widowed With The Father's Heart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve talked about how Evergreen Washelli recognizes the sacrifices caregivers make. Dan White explains that it helps to find resources to aid the grieving process. One nice resource is a newsletter, Hope after Heartache.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cathy Knight provides an overview of aging and disability services. Cathy is the Director of the Aging and Disability Services Division for the City of Seattle's Human Services Department.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cathy Knight provides an overview of aging and disability services. Cathy is the Director of the Aging and Disability Services Division for the City of Seattle's Human Services Department.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cathy Knight provides an overview of aging and disability services. Cathy is the Director of the Aging and Disability Services Division for the City of Seattle's Human Services Department.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veterans Interview with Jeanne Yoder celebrating the Veteran of the Month Award at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. Jeanne is a retired Storekeeper Third Class, U.S. Coast Guard, who joined in 1943.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tam Katzin and guests from MBK Senior Living talk about Aging in Place.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan White at Evergreen Washelli says that all senior caregivers must go through the last stage, which is the grief and loss of our loved one. What happens when a loved one passes, for you? How do you adjust?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Strand at Careage takes us through the qualification to get Home Health services. Home Health is an insurance and Medicare benefit, not just for our parents but for ourselves. It’s important to understand the vast amount of resources home care offers families. In most cases, it’s paid for by insurance and Medicare. People have to be home-bound to get home health, where it’s difficult and taxing to leave the home. There has to be a skilled need as well as a doctor’s orders. Chris talks about the qualifications for needing home health.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Carey from On The House talks about elder design and decuttering.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veterans Interview with Cassandra Pietz, retired Private 1st class, U.S. Army, at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. Cassandra joined the Army in New Hampshire when she was 17 years old.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan White at Evergreen Washelli explains that there is no better time for funeral pre-planning than when you’re diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, while you’re fully cognizant of your wishes. Get things down on paper for someone who would be coming on your behalf, so they can honor your wishes and not have to guess or make assumptions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim, Katie and Tam Katzin from MBK Senior Living explore senior living options.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements explains how siblings, the aunt or uncle of a loved one have a different role than the caregiver. They get the surprises, the cold water splashed in your face a lot, or are confronted with feelings of being inept, not knowing what to do. Even for the non-caregiving family member, it’s helpful to look and see what’s not getting done, such as weeding the garden. We talk about things you can do to be a supportive family member.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria Smith at Visiting Hooves talks about therapy animals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seahawks Legend Jordan Babineaux joins Answers for Elders to talk about his non-medical transport company, Assure Ride, which provides transportation to and from medical appointments. In Puget Sound, transportation barriers include age, mobility, disability, education, economics and employment. It enables seniors to remain self-reliant once they give up driving. To learn more and book a ride, go to https://www.assureride.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Clemons talks about Long Term Care Funding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Master Sergeant Kenneth Ellis, a 27-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force, at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about consumer rights when it comes to funeral planning, governed by the FCC. When shopping and pre-planning for either a casketed funeral or cremation is that the company is required to be able to present a general price list covering services as well as a casket price list.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nikki Leith from Wall Group Law in Edmonds, WA talks about senior legal matters that affect the family. The firm handles estate planning, elder law and probate. Oftentimes you're not dealing just with the client, but also the client's family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nikki Leith from Wall Group Law in Edmonds talks about senior legal matters that affect the family. The firm handles estate planning, elder law and probate. Oftentimes you're not dealing just with the client, but also the client's family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Lt. Colonel Frans Doelman, a 31-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force, at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. He also interviewed his two daughters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Home health is medical or rehabilitative care in the home, so it varies dramatically from what we call home care. Chris Strand at Careage provides an overview of Home health, explaining how it encompasses physical therapy, nursing, occupational therapy, speech therapy, social work, and a bathing assistant. Those services are available just by asking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephanie Haslam is an elder law and estate planning attorney with Compassionate Legal Care. January is a time for new starts, and it's a good time to review your estate planning documents to make sure they're all in order. If you don't have them, then to learn about the types of documents that could become important, such as power of attorney, to have someone who can help you make decisions if you're not able to do that by yourself. If you've made a will or trust, is it up to date? Are your assets properly titled in the trust? Are your healthcare directives up to date, based on the current condition of your health? It's time to take stock of these items.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wendy Davis and Pam Nagel at Careage talk about the qualifications for veterans benefits. Families might not know that mom or dad served during wartime and would likely qualify for veterans benefits relating to activities of daily living, an amazing resource. Wendy talks about the activities a senior would need help with in order to qualify for these benefits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wendy Davis and Pam Nagel at Careage describe the aid and attendance benefits pension benefit, which began in 1951, but isn’t always understood. It is for veterans who have served during a time of war. They didn’t need to be wounded or have served overseas. It is for veterans, spouses or widows of veterans who are receiving assisted living benefits, either skilled nursing or in an assisted living situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kim Spencer at Serengeti Care discusses Nutrition and Meal Planning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Business Development Manager Kim Spencer at Serengeti Care discusses business connecting. Those with senior loved ones should establish relationships ahead of time, up front, with certain businesses, in preparation for the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan White at Evergreen Washelli talks about religious preferences and memorial services. Churches have different protocols or traditions that they follow. All have their intricacies and special requests. We are there to help serve the pastor, minister, priest — whoever is in charge of the service.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veterans Interview: Dennis Boyd talks with Major General John Hemphill at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. After graduating from West Point, he served 34 years in the U.S. Army, and was awarded two Purple Hearts during the Korean War.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seahawks Legend and former safety & punt returner Nesby Glasgow joins Answers for Elders for the 12 Days of Goodness. “It’s uplifting to a lot of the seniors we visit....See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria Smith at Visiting Hooves talks about her senior visits during the 12 Days of Goodness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Days of Goodness, with Joe TafoyaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seahawks Legend and former wide receiver Paul Skansi joins Answers For Elders and the 12 Days of Goodness. "It's just a great time to connect with our community. All the seniors that we usually talk to know the era that we played in, so it's fun to meet with them."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seahawks Legend and former offensive guard Edwin Bailey joins Answers for Elders and the 12 Days of Goodness. "I had a great time, I love talking to the people, I met one of the first African-American mayors. Meals on Wheels was outstanding. Everybody I met, they all invite you to come sit down, and the next thing you know we're there 30 minutes! They just want somebody to talk to."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seahawks Legend and former safety Jordan Babineaux joins Answers For Elders and the 12 Days of Goodness. “When I think about serving seniors now, it goes back to when I...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Suzanne Newman and Chuck Olmstead update us on events for the second week of 12 Days of Goodness, 2017.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veterans Interview: Former Seattle Seahawk Dennis Boyd talks with Chief Warrant Officer Alvin Overacker, a 23-year veteran of the U.S. Army, at Patriot’s Landing in DuPont, Washington. Overacker served in World War II, at the recruiting station in Seattle, and in the Army Counter Intelligence Corps.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do we avoid stress? Daphne Davis at Pinnacle Senior Placements says the most important thing is to plan and communicate. We get caught up in creating the perfect holiday season, which adds to the stress. The perfection of the holiday season is going to be in the memories. Keep things as consistent and calm as possible.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seahawks Legend and former quarterback Dave Krieg joins Answers For Elders and the 12 Days of Goodness. "Obviously it's putting an emphasis on doing good things for other people. It's not what you get, but about giving back to those who aren't as fortunate than you. I'm their connection to the King Dome Days and the '80s days, but if that can bring a smile to somebody's face, all the better."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Suzanne Newman and Chuck Olmstead update us on events for the first week of 12 Days of Goodness, 2017.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The original #12: Seahawks Legend and former quarterback Sam Adkins joins Answers For Elders and the 12 Days of Goodness. "My mom has severe Alzheimer's so I understand what the elder generation and elder care is all about."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Days of Goodness, with Seahawks Legend Dennis Boyd.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Suzanne Newman and Chuck Olmstead introduce Answers for Elders' 12 Days of Goodness Overview, Part 2.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.