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Many of us today are living in blended families. With blended families come all kinds of complications leading to unintended consequences. That’s why planning ahead and making time for estate planning matters.

John shares his view on the Dos and Don’ts of Medicaid Planning. We all desire to avoid costly mistakes that could expose us to unnecessary expenses. Concerns over not having enough to pay for our care is the primary concern of retirees today.

As a practicing attorney and the Managing Shareholder of Myatt & Bell, PC, Justin Martin knows that effective estate planning begins with intentional communication among the generations.

As co-directors of the Brain Health and Alzheimer Prevention Program at Loma Linda University Medical Center, Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai have created the 30-Day Alzheimer's Solution: The Definitive Food and Lifestyle Guide to Preventing Cognitive...

As co-directors of the Brain Health and Alzheimer Prevention Program at Loma Linda University Medical Center, Drs. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai have created the 30-Day Alzheimer's Solution: The Definitive Food and Lifestyle Guide to Preventing Cognitive...

Are you a caregiver to an aging relative and wonder if you’re doing all you can to support them? And what about you? Are you concerned about your own aging process and worried that you won’t have the care and assistance you may need? This week,...

The studio’s full today as I interview Rich Ward, Connie Powell, and Ian Duckworth from ComForCare of West Linn. They explain how caregivers support independent living at home. Indeed, the real value of a highly-skilled caregiver is how much they...

Neil Nathan, MD, joins us to explain why mold toxicity may be the cause of many chronic diseases as we age. In fact, Dr. Nathan literally wrote the book on this subject. When we think of obstacles to aging well, mold toxicity probably isn't at the...

Did you know that 13% of today's population are seniors? That’s 42 million people, and over the next 12 years, that number will grow to 76 million – one-fifth of the US population. With this trend comes many challenges, and it compels us to look at...

Comedienne/singer Joan Freed of the Lakewood Theatre Company is our special guest today, and she previews their latest online musical revue. Click https://goo.gl/hb12V9 today to listen! If you’re searching for a special way to celebrate Valentine’s...

Caregiving is becoming a pressing national issue as our population continues to age. One of the greatest challenges is that there are not enough caregivers to meet the growing demand. That is where Karina Tama-Rutigliano of Senior Care Clicks steps in...

This week Breanna Dickinson of Oasis Senior Advisors joined us to discuss personalized housing options. Coming to terms with the fact that you or a loved one needs outside care can be difficult. You want to be sure you’ll be comfortable and retain a...

For this week’s episode of Aging in Portland, I was joined by Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation’s Reverse Mortgage Planner Michelle Zafiris, MBA, CSA, and National Reverse Mortgage Director Harlan Accola. They shared Reverse Mortgages: A...

Did you know that the process of learning improves memory as we get older? Or that people who spend time around greenery outdoors live an average of twelve years longer? Were you aware that a sedentary lifestyle weakens muscles, including the heart...

Pastor Tom Schiave of Gateway Church launches us into the new year with a message of hope and inspiration on today’s episode of Aging in Portland. Looking back upon 2020, most of us won’t recall a more challenging year in our lifetimes. Looking...

Pastor Tom Schiave of Gateway Church brings us a message of hope in uncertain times. And we’ve had plenty of those in 2020! Have you ever had that conversation with someone that begins, "Where were you when...?" We can remember exactly where we were...

It’s a great crowd on Aging in Portland as I interview Matt Ganon, Rich Ward, and Megan Cable from ComForCare. If 2021 is the year you’ll look for a caregiver, tune in to learn how from the experts. Matt is the Director of Care Services, Rich is the...

Why is the music surrounding the holidays so impactful and memorable in our lives? The 1940s especially produced significant holiday music from songwriters like Irving Berlin, crooners like Bing Crosby, and big bands like the Glenn Miller Orchestra,...

Christy Turner is the owner of The Dementia Sherpa...and yes you can live with dementia without mind-altering drugs! Christy discusses the difference between hallucinations, delusions, and how high anxiety fits into the mix.

Tom Woodruff, an independent Medicare insurance specialist, joined us to spell out the options for Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D. The countdown is on because the deadline is just around the corner — open enrollment for Medicare ends on Monday,...

Neil Nathan, MD, joins us to explain why mold toxicity may be the cause of many chronic diseases as we age. In fact, Dr. Nathan literally wrote the book on this subject. When we think of obstacles to aging well, mold toxicity probably isn't at the...

Don Tonole, retired American fighter pilot, joins us to honor those whose sacrifices have protected our lives and liberty. Click https://goo.gl/hb12V9 today & listen! America is an idea of the pursuit of Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness....

Our good friend, Steve Toll, the Care Enhancement Specialist from ComForCare Home Care, joined us this week to celebrate and honor the men and women of our great nation with the music that shaped our American heritage. As America began to take shape,...

Jesse Gamez, the Intermountain Region Market President of Humana, joined us to navigate the options for your Medicare coverage. Every year, there’s a narrow window during which you can sign up for Medicare coverage or change the plan you already have....