Aging in Style with Lori Williams is a positive and uplifting podcast with the goal of inspiring people of all ages to live their best life. Hosted by senior living expert Lori Williams, this show provides education and resources on all aspects of senior living. You will meet inspirational seniors, who are aging with grace and making the most of their senior years. Be ready to change your bias about age, reinvent yourself, and live a more meaningful life!
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 3 days 11 hours 49 minutes
191. 6 Realistic Strategies To Help Caregivers Fight Burnout: Replay
When talking to other caregivers, I found a striking similarity: Many of us felt ill-equipped after our loved ones were discharged from rehab. After my husband suffered a stroke on Christmas Day in 2022, I learned firsthand what many of my clients experience each day. Once he was released from rehab, I was given my husband’s medicine, told to install grab bars in the shower for safety, add a shower chair, and was sent on my way...
190. Mother's Day Gifts of Love for Moms who have Dementia
Mother's Day is a special occasion to honor and celebrate the remarkable women in our lives who have lovingly served in the role of a mother figure. However, when your loved one is navigating the journey of dementia, finding the perfect gift that resonates with their unique needs and preferences becomes a heartfelt challenge...
189. Caregiving and family drama: Best strategies
How can I avoid family drama when an elderly loved one needs care? Every family has its own conflicts and drama. This truth becomes more obvious when aging parents or loved ones need care due to dementia, Alzheimer’s, or other diagnoses where they require constant care...
188. CARFIT: The free program helping seniors stay safe behind the steering wheel
How is CARFIT good for seniors?
It’s important for everyone to be as safe as possible on the road, and CARFIT helps ensure you're in the best position to stay safe in your vehicle. I had the pleasure of welcoming Amanda Mills, RN, Trauma Program Manager with Medical City Lewisville’s to learn all about CARFIT events and how they can help the senior population in particular...
Thoughts On Turning 60 And Aging Positively
'What should I know to age well?' I just turned 60, and this has brought up a lot of thoughts. You might be surprised to hear none are negative, but that’s because I honestly feel blessed to be here. (Aging isn't a guarantee!) My life has been full of ups and downs, and many of my plans didn’t go exactly the way I wanted them to. Still, I can say it all worked out in the end...
186: Everything You Need to Know About Hospice
What do I need to know about hospice? Hospice can be a scary word for people, but it’s important to understand. Karyl Thomas of Lori Williams Senior Services joins me to bring her 20+ years of expertise, including 3 years working in hospice herself. She shares 10 things you should know about hospice, many that correct common misconceptions around it! 1. Hospice doesn’t hasten death. It allows the disease to run its course but helps ensure a better quality of life as it does...
185: Dementia Friendly Nature Walks: A Guided Stroll in Nature with Persons Struggling with Memory Loss and Their Caregivers
What’s a good local activity I can do with my loved one who has dementia?
Isolation and stress are common issues for caregivers and their loved ones with dementia. One great solution to this? “Wellness in Nature” walks with Dementia Friendly in Denton County, Texas.
To support this, the Denton County’s chapter offers nature walks in a program called “Wellness in Nature” in the fall and spring...
184: Are Prices in Senior Housing Negotiable? 8 Insider Tips to Help You Get a Better Price
Can I negotiate pricing in Senior Living?
As an expert in the field of aging, I often come across common questions about senior housing and one that stands out is: 'Are prices in senior housing negotiable?' The answer is yes, in most cases!
Research Comparable Communities
When it comes to finding the right senior housing option, the key is to research comparable communities. It's essential to compare apples to apples and not apples to oranges...
183: Are Unlicensed Care Homes Legal? Scams, Red Flags, and How to Vet Licensed and Unlicensed Care Homes Even if You Have A Small Budget
How can I find a reputable residential care home?
It’s a horrible topic we don’t want to discuss, but it’s an important one: caregiver abuse. In Texas, there’s an investigation into alleged abuse occurring at residential care homes called Love and Caring for People. Police are now looking into the deaths of 13 people who have died in the care of a woman who owns a string of homes in the Dallas / Arlington / Grand Prairie area, the result of suspected abuse and neglect...
182. Should grandma and grandpa move in with your family? Pros and Cons of this big decision
Should I move an elderly family member in with me? Or should we look into senior living?
This is a question I receive a lot. Before I dive in, it’s important to remember that every situation is different. Be sure to do what’s best for you and your family. But to gauge what’s right, I have a list of pros and cons for you to consider.
Pros:
· Living with your loved one can help connect the family...