Fitness and Wellness

Falls Prevention

Falls Prevention

By Linda Sherman / November 8, 2024

In this special Falls Prevention show, we had two featured speakers and five pre-scheduled expert commenters on stage. September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month. The National Council on Aging led 17th annual Falls Prevention Awareness Week was September 18-24, 2024. GaitBetter, a medical device, transforms treadmills into smart gait training systems, improving balance and cognitive…

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MiM, MemoMate, 1 True Health, Ventus Concierge

Wellness with MiM, MemoMate, 1 True Health, Ventus Concierge

By Debbie Howard / November 7, 2024

In this engaging discussion, we heard about three innovative AI-driven products and one high touch analog service – each of which contributes to wellness in its own way. Recorded on August 29, 2024, this episode is part of the Fitness and Wellness and the Project Updates Series. Speakers are listed in order of appearance. David Bosnak,…

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News for the Ages Life Expectancy Study Healthy Aging Focus 11-5-24

Life Expectancy Study Healthy Aging Focus, How to Lower Dementia Risk 11-5-24

By Linda Sherman / November 6, 2024

Discussion hosted by Linda Sherman, Ray Gordon and Debbie Howard. Articles are listed in the order they were presented and discussed, followed by Debbie’s summary of this show. Presented by Ellen Khalifa, Habits Coach for Healthspan and Wellspan Neuroscience News 10-7-24 Life Expectancy Growth Slows, Focus Turns to Healthier Aging Nature 10-7-24 Study Implausibility of Radical Life Extension in…

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Wellness

Wellness with Amy Li

By Debbie Howard / November 5, 2024

We continued with our recognition of August as National Wellness Month, hearing the fascinating story of Amy Li and her Dance4Healing. We also heard a bit more about the wide aspects encompassed by self-care and wellness from our co-hosts Debbie Howad and Linda Sherman, who are passionate advocates for leveraging creativity and thoughtful design to…

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Wellness with Elise Marie Collins and Ellen Khalifav

Wellness with Elise Marie Collins and Ellen Khalifa 8-8-24

By Debbie Howard / November 4, 2024

Continuing with our recognition of August as National Wellness Month, our guests shared their observations on taking small actionable steps for behavioral change, as well as on being experimental (and brave!) in exploring the options that will best work for YOUR needs. Recorded on August 8, 2024, this episode is part of the Fitness and…

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Caregiver Selfcare with Sherri Snelling and Ellen MacKay

Caregiver Selfcare with Sherri Snelling and Ellen MacKay

By Debbie Howard / November 3, 2024

Kicking off August as National Wellness Month, our guests offered valuable insights and practical advice for caregiver wellness, providing actionable steps for caregivers to enhance their mental and physical health. Recorded on August 1, 2024, this episode is part of the Fitness and Wellness Series. Speakers are listed in order of appearance. Sherry Snelling, CEO…

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Self-Care Planning, Respite and Ayurvedic Practice

Self-Care Planning, Respite and Ayurvedic Practice

By Debbie Howard / November 2, 2024

In this episode, we learned about the importance of planning for all aspects of caregiving as part of ensuring your own self-care needs as a caregiver (or caregiver to be), Ayurvedic nutrition and lifestyle practice as a proven tool for self-care, and dementia-friendly cruise travel as a respite option that benefits both caregivers and care…

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Caregiver Friendly Products CareGlider Adaptive Equipment Corner Remember2

Caregiver Friendly Products with CareGlider, Adaptive Equipment Corner and Remember2

By Debbie Howard / November 1, 2024

In this episode, we heard about a new light-weight mobility option that makes it effortless for caregivers to push their care receivers without injury (even uphill!), along with a variety of physical therapist recommended innovations, and a new AI-generated caregiver support assistant. Recorded on July 18, 2024. This episode is part of the Caregiver Friendly…

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Fitness Over 50

Fitness Over 50 with Jim Brown, LudicaPro for Rehab, Vivo Exercise for Mental Health

By Linda Sherman / October 28, 2024

Our conversation emphasized the physical, mental, and social benefits of regular exercise for adults over 50, including improved circulation, increased strength and confidence, and reduced fear and shame associated with starting an exercise program. Recorded on May 30, 2024, this episode is part of the Fitness and Wellness Series. Speakers are listed in their order…

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Parkinson’s Products and Advocacy

Parkinson’s Products and Advocacy with APDA, SteadiSpoon, Comfort Linen, Rebloom Center

By Linda Sherman / October 22, 2024

This episode is a continuation of our April 11th episode focused on products and advocacy for Parkinson’s disease in honor of Parkinson’s Awareness Month and Parkinson’s Day. Desiree Mearns discussed the American Parkinson’s Disease Association’s (APDA) efforts, including a live well symposium in Boca Raton. Raleigh Dewan introduced SteadySpoon, a mechanical utensil stabilizer with 95%…

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