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In part two of "Green Burials," Elizabeth Fournier, affectionately called the Green Reaper, continues our discussion on planning an affordable and environmentally friendly burial. She is owner and operator of Cornerstone Funeral Services outside of...

Elizabeth Fournier, affectionately called “The Green Reaper,” is the author of The Green Burial Guidebook: Everything You Need to Plan an Affordable, Environmentally Friendly Burial. She is owner and operator of Cornerstone Funeral Services, outside...

There is still time! With annual enrollment for Medicare running from now until December 7, 2018, many people have questions about what they need to know. For instance, what is Medicare Advantage and which benefits are included? Does Original Medicare...

Kate Bodin and her team at ComForCare Home Care of West Linn are creating better days for those living with dementia. As a Registered Horticulturalist, Kate is making a difference by teaching her caregivers how Meaningful Activities bring joy and...

Medicaid in Oregon, also known as the Oregon Health Plan -- who qualifies? How do you qualify? Attorney Chris Ray of Fitzwater Law joins us to answer your questions. #Portland

We are filled with gratitude for the men and women of this great nation who have served in our armed forces. In times of war, there seems to be one factor that binds us together—music! We remember the music that connected our troops, their families,...

Lakewood is the largest arts provider in Clackamas County. We offer three primary areas of programming: theater, visual arts, and arts education. We provide a home for smaller arts, civic groups, and individuals. Our component divisions include...

What makes a great caregiver? Joanne Kantor, Administrator of ComForCare West Linn, and Caregiver Julie Carrico discuss the real worth of a highly valued caregiver. Caring is a work of art, but in the end, it is also a work of heart.

As we age, each stage has a way of presenting challenges unexpectedly; it is best to have a plan to address them. As an associate of Fitzwater Law, Anne Creasey will guide us through the legal decision-making process with knowledge, respect, and...

Steve Toll, Director of Therapeutic Music programs for ComForCare Health Care Holdings, joins us on today's show. Steve transports us back to the 1940s, reminiscing and singing the popular tunes of America's greatest moment in history. Sing along with...

Joseph Greenman of Lane Powell PC joins us on today's show as we discuss Preventing Elder Abuse. Joe is an experienced healthcare attorney who helps healthcare providers understand and improve the delivery of healthcare. He currently serves as the...

Can the brain forget how to hear? Can the brain forget to understand speech? Is there a link between hearing loss and dementia? Todd Williams from Accurate Hearing Centers joins us on the show today to discuss how hearing aids improve hearing and much...

Join the movement to cure ALS! Walk with us on Saturday, September 22 in Vancouver, WA and Sunday, September 23 in Portland, OR. Emily-Rose Witala, Special Events Director of the ALS Chapter Portland, and Jerry Landreth join us on today's show to...

Patty Cassidy (Friends of the Portland Memory Garden) and Kate Bodin (ComForCare Home Care) invite all aging people, especially those with Alzheimer's disease and other memory challenges, to learn more about how the Memory Garden is making a...

In part two of "Green Burials," Elizabeth Fournier, affectionately called the Green Reaper, continues our discussion on planning an affordable and environmentally friendly burial. She is owner and operator of Cornerstone Funeral Services outside of...

Elizabeth Fournier, affectionately called “The Green Reaper,” is the author of The Green Burial Guidebook: Everything You Need to Plan an Affordable, Environmentally Friendly Burial. She is owner and operator of Cornerstone Funeral Services, outside...

Sara Kofman, Public Policy Director for the Alzheimer's Association Oregon and SW Washington shares the latest research from the Alzheimer's Association Conference. Then Kara Griffey, Walk Director, will explain the various walks around Oregon and SW...

Music is a wonderful medium that you can use to promote rich social connections, reminiscence, physical activity, relaxation, and new learning. Neuroscientists are finding that music is connected to many broad cognitive brain functions including...

Kellie Lapp, Executive Director of Oregon Health Decisions, discusses why everyone should have an advance directive. Whether you are 18 or 80, documenting your medical wishes means your family won't have to make heart-wrenching decisions later.

POLST: Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment. Why and when should you complete this form? Dr. Susan Tolle answers these important questions. She founded and has directed the Oregon Health & Science University Center for Ethics in Health Care...

We all desire to live our lives as well as possible. That is especially most true when we find ourselves at the end of our lives. Dr. Krulewitch of Comfort Hospice shares that living as long as possible can be the antithesis to living as well as...

When it comes to finding the perfect senior housing situation for yourself or your loved one, the process can be overwhelming. In any given area, there are hundreds of options to choose from, and finding the “right” place can be challenging. At Oasis...

The body may be breaking down, but the spirit keeps on growing. Pastor Tom Schiave of Gateway Church, located in southeast Portland, addresses the spiritual changes seniors face as they grow older. For example, the spiritual focus often changes from...

You knew them as Foster Care Homes for Seniors. Today, the preferred name is Adult Care Homes. Aging in the RIGHT PLACE is the goal for our seniors. Families and seniors have many choices. Large, medium, and smaller more intimate living options...