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This Is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World Podcast with Dr. MELISSA BATCHELOR

Dr. MELISSA BATCHELOR
Alzheimer's Disease
Dementia
Caregiving
Dementia Care
Long-Term Care
Vision Zero
Nursing Home
Eating Challenges
Home Care Services
Assisted Living Facilities
Traffic Safety
Aging
Traffic Fatalities
Medicare
Medicaid
Veterans
PTSD
Anxiety
Depression
Speed Management

Getting older? Guess what - so is everyone else! But aging doesn't have to mean slowing down or settling for less. Because aging isn't a problem to fix - it's an adventure to embrace! 🎙️ Welcome to This is Getting Old: Moving Towards an Age-Friendly World, the podcast that flips the script on what it means to grow older - and let's be real, this show is for ANYONE BORN BEFORE 1997 (yes, that's yo... more

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Language and imagery shape how aging is perceived, influencing public opinion, policies, and community support. In this episode of This Is Getting Old: Moving Toward an Age-Friendly World, Dr. Melissa Batchelor and Hannah Albers from the National Cen... more

By 2030, adults over 65 will outnumber children in the U.S., yet only one percent of homes meet basic accessibility standards. What does that mean for the future of aging in our communities? In this episode, AARP's Shannon Guzman explains why most ne... more

By the end of this decade, one in five Americans will be over 65—and for the first time in U.S. history, older adults will outnumber children. In this episode of This Is Getting Old, futurist and author Bradley Schurman explains why ageism is bad for... more

What if one of the best solutions to America's biggest challenges—like health, loneliness, and the economy—was as simple as letting people work longer if they want to? In this episode of This is Getting Old, Tim Driver shares why extending opportunit... more

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Alison Barkoff
Professor of Health Law and Policy at George Washington University, former head of the Administration for Community Living
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Episode: EP: 216 - Why the Administration for Community Living Matters—And What Happens If It's Gone
Howard Gleckman
Senior Fellow at the Urban Institute, columnist for Forbes.com on aging policy issues
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Nancy Zients
Chief Program and Strategy Officer of the Jewish Healthcare Foundation
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Episode: EP: 215 - The Teaching Nursing Home Collaborative
Kim Ratliff
Director of Nursing at Wesleyan Hans Living Main Line
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Episode: EP: 215 - The Teaching Nursing Home Collaborative
Taylor McMahon
Director of Nursing at The Willows, Presbyterian Senior Care Network
Presbyterian Senior Care Network
Episode: EP: 215 - The Teaching Nursing Home Collaborative
Cameron Huddleston
A financial expert dedicated to helping older adults protect their money and independence.
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Episode: EP: 214 - Protecting Your Money: How to Stop Financial Exploitation
Nancy Nelson
Also known as Dangle, diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's and co-founder of Dangle & Dot
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Episode: EP: 211 - Dementia Care: Rediscovering Love When Words Fail with Dangle & Dot

Host

Dr. Melissa Batchelor
Aging expert and nurse practitioner with nearly 30 years of experience caring for older adults, who has established herself as a credible voice on issues regarding aging and health.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Great podcast

    A fantastic podcast that talks about things that matter to older adults, their caregivers and the general public. Melissa breaks things down and has interesting guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kelly5432
    United States2 years ago

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EP: 191 - The Future of Care: Care Yaya Matches Healthcare Students with Older Adults
Q: How has the academic school year impacted the program?
About 80% of students go home for summer, but the remaining 20% often increase their hours, leading to a wash in caregiver availability.
EP: 191 - The Future of Care: Care Yaya Matches Healthcare Students with Older Adults
Q: Do the families pay a fee to sign up?
Families do not pay any fees, and CareYaya covers the costs of background checks and operational expenses through funding and grants.
EP: 191 - The Future of Care: Care Yaya Matches Healthcare Students with Older Adults
Q: What level of care are people that are working with you?
We provide companion level care only, which includes non-clinical assistance like preparing meals and providing companionship.
EP: 191 - The Future of Care: Care Yaya Matches Healthcare Students with Older Adults
Q: How do you identify the students and the universities that you're going to work with?
We work primarily with pre-health careers advisors at universities who connect us with students who need experience in caregiving.
EP: 195 - How to Choose the Best Home Care for an Older Adult
Q: How do you decide if someone can continue to live at home safely?
Asking the individual directly about their needs is often the best way, though some may not acknowledge their need for help.

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The content emphasizes the various facets of aging, focusing on innovative strategies, inspiring personal narratives, and expert insights that reframe aging as a journey rather than a hurdle. Topics include the importance of brain health, caregiving tips, age-friendly initiatives, and discussions surrounding Alzheimer's disease and dementia care. Unique to this series is its candid tone, humorous delivery, and the host's dual perspective as a caregiver and aging expert, making the discussions relatable for both those aging and their caretakers.

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