Your Next Chapter Senior Living Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:33:18 -0500 https://yournextchapterseniorliving.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Your Next Chapter Senior Living yes 8e46b7fb-6ccb-5333-8114-4130fe5cf5bf Siobhan Cefarelli episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Siobhan Cefarelli https://storage.buzzsprout.com/ekinyam8e71wqlv35va8aj0pj9q2?.jpg Your Next Chapter Senior Living Moving Forward Navigating the Transition to a Senior Living Community Moving Forward Navigating the Transition to a Senior Living Community When it’s time to discuss transitioning to a senior living community, you may encounter resistance from your loved one or other family members. You will learn insights and strategies to help your senior parent overcome resistance to relocating and navigate this transition with greater ease. All attendees will receive a complimentary private consultation meeting to discuss individual situations and planning.

Resources:
Be Your Own Hero Senior Living Decisions Simplified
Amston Transition Services 

]]> When it’s time to discuss transitioning to a senior living community, you may encounter resistance from your loved one or other family members. You will learn insights and strategies to help your senior parent overcome resistance to relocating and navigate this transition with greater ease. All attendees will receive a complimentary private consultation meeting to discuss individual situations and planning.

Resources:
Be Your Own Hero Senior Living Decisions Simplified
Amston Transition Services 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-15207829 Thu, 06 Jun 2024 17:00:00 -0400 2065 full false Positive Approach to Care - Person Centered Memory Care Positive Approach to Care - Person Centered Memory Care Positive Approach to Care 

The Heights at Avery Heights was honored to speak with Teepa Snow one of the world’s leading advocates and educators for anyone living with dementia or other forms of brain change. Teepa along with Holly Taylor-Fry, our Memory Care Director gave information on the Positive Approach to Care program – the training available and how it can be applied in the senior living community environment. Also helpful tips for caregivers. 

 

Connect with Teepa and Positive Approach to Care: https://teepasnow.com

Connect with Holly Taylor-Fry The Heights at Avery Heights Memory Care: http://averyheights.org 

]]> Positive Approach to Care 

The Heights at Avery Heights was honored to speak with Teepa Snow one of the world’s leading advocates and educators for anyone living with dementia or other forms of brain change. Teepa along with Holly Taylor-Fry, our Memory Care Director gave information on the Positive Approach to Care program – the training available and how it can be applied in the senior living community environment. Also helpful tips for caregivers. 

 

Connect with Teepa and Positive Approach to Care: https://teepasnow.com

Connect with Holly Taylor-Fry The Heights at Avery Heights Memory Care: http://averyheights.org 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-13555994 Fri, 08 Sep 2023 12:00:00 -0400 2119 full false Important Questions and Answers: Senior Living and Medicaid Important Questions and Answers: Senior Living and Medicaid In this episode, we interview CT Medicaid Specialists, Kristine Talarski, founder of Connecticut Medicaid Specialists on Medicaid eligibility, do’s and don’ts, and much more.

Learn more 


]]> In this episode, we interview CT Medicaid Specialists, Kristine Talarski, founder of Connecticut Medicaid Specialists on Medicaid eligibility, do’s and don’ts, and much more.

Learn more 


]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-13493873 Tue, 29 Aug 2023 17:00:00 -0400 1411 full false What to do If your loved one is reluctant to move into a senior living community. What to do If your loved one is reluctant to move into a senior living community. This episode answers the hardest questions adult children and care givers have to face when they know a senior living community is a good choice. What to do If your loved one is reluctant to move into a senior living community. Expert Katie Krupka from Tucked In Elder Care gives valuable information and guidance. 

]]> This episode answers the hardest questions adult children and care givers have to face when they know a senior living community is a good choice. What to do If your loved one is reluctant to move into a senior living community. Expert Katie Krupka from Tucked In Elder Care gives valuable information and guidance. 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-13370571 Tue, 08 Aug 2023 12:00:00 -0400 1586 full false Stay Young, Stop Thinking Old, and Love Life Every Day - Inspiration from Author James Flaherty Stay Young, Stop Thinking Old, and Love Life Every Day - Inspiration from Author James Flaherty We all need inspiration. In this episode amazing author James Flaherty gives us wisdom through learning about his life and his words. Get the blueprint to live life to the fullest and learn from some Dear Old Friends.

Learn More

]]> We all need inspiration. In this episode amazing author James Flaherty gives us wisdom through learning about his life and his words. Get the blueprint to live life to the fullest and learn from some Dear Old Friends.

Learn More

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-13325324 Mon, 31 Jul 2023 17:00:00 -0400 2521 full false All of Us Research Program All of Us Research Program At the moment, health care is often one-size-fits-all. But imagine a future where your health care is tailored to you. Learn from Katrina Yamazaki about this important research program that will change the future for healthcare. 

https://www.joinallofus.org/

]]> At the moment, health care is often one-size-fits-all. But imagine a future where your health care is tailored to you. Learn from Katrina Yamazaki about this important research program that will change the future for healthcare. 

https://www.joinallofus.org/

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-13280484 Mon, 24 Jul 2023 15:00:00 -0400 1252 full false Getting Help.... Getting Help.... In this episode you will learn what an Aging Life Care Professional is and how they can help older adults and their caregivers. 

Special Guest: Katie Krupka will guide through services provided and information on the process of working with an advocate and care manager. 

]]> In this episode you will learn what an Aging Life Care Professional is and how they can help older adults and their caregivers. 

Special Guest: Katie Krupka will guide through services provided and information on the process of working with an advocate and care manager. 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-13240533 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 17:00:00 -0400 1534 full false It’s Time to Be (Self) Centered It’s Time to Be (Self) Centered F50Woman is all about taking the risk and the steps to live “your next chapter”. Owner and founder of F50Woman, Julia Jack joins us to discuss her journey that lead her to create the company. We learn a new mindset that can empower us through the years as we begin our journey of Facing 50 and beyond…

https://f50woman.com/
https://f50woman.com/30-days-of-discomfort-challenge

 

]]> F50Woman is all about taking the risk and the steps to live “your next chapter”. Owner and founder of F50Woman, Julia Jack joins us to discuss her journey that lead her to create the company. We learn a new mindset that can empower us through the years as we begin our journey of Facing 50 and beyond…

https://f50woman.com/
https://f50woman.com/30-days-of-discomfort-challenge

 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-13201653 Tue, 11 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0400 2181 full false The Case for Age Positivity in Greeting Cards The Case for Age Positivity in Greeting Cards In this episode, we interview pro-age advocate and the founder of Age-Friendly Vibes, Jan Golden. She talks about Ageism and how her company is creating age positivity.

More Information 

]]> In this episode, we interview pro-age advocate and the founder of Age-Friendly Vibes, Jan Golden. She talks about Ageism and how her company is creating age positivity.

More Information 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-13173683 Thu, 06 Jul 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1453 full false Driving Safely for Older Adults Driving Safely for Older Adults Dr. Kevin Manning from UCONN Health Center talks about his research and information on driving safely for older adults. This episode you will learn when to take the keys, how to take the keys, and how to help your loved one keep the keys and drive safely.

More information 

]]> Dr. Kevin Manning from UCONN Health Center talks about his research and information on driving safely for older adults. This episode you will learn when to take the keys, how to take the keys, and how to help your loved one keep the keys and drive safely.

More information 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-13041140 Wed, 14 Jun 2023 15:00:00 -0400 1680 full false Welcome to the Community: What to do – What to do… Welcome to the Community: What to do – What to do… In this episode we get to know The Heights Life Enrichment Director - Theresa Guerin.  The role that activities plays in the life of a residents at a Senior Living Community.

More Information

]]> In this episode we get to know The Heights Life Enrichment Director - Theresa Guerin.  The role that activities plays in the life of a residents at a Senior Living Community.

More Information

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-13041122 Wed, 14 Jun 2023 15:00:00 -0400 1680 full false Senior Living Resources: Mom's House Senior Living Resources: Mom's House Mom’s House helps families solve one of their biggest challenges in the journey to senior care by offering a way to sell the house without repairing it, cleaning it up, clearing it out, or paying realtor fees. In this episode we learn about Mom's House and how they can help from Co-Founder, Ben Raos.

Learn More: momshouse.com

]]> Mom’s House helps families solve one of their biggest challenges in the journey to senior care by offering a way to sell the house without repairing it, cleaning it up, clearing it out, or paying realtor fees. In this episode we learn about Mom's House and how they can help from Co-Founder, Ben Raos.

Learn More: momshouse.com

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12967287 Fri, 02 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0400 1680 full false How to Pay for Your Next Chapter – Senior Living: Part #4 Veteran's Benefits How to Pay for Your Next Chapter – Senior Living: Part #4 Veteran's Benefits Patriot Angels
The Aid and Attendance benefit is a monetary benefit that helps eligible veterans and their surviving spouses to pay for senior living.  Suzette Graham founder and CEO of Patriot Angels gives insight and important information on this benefit. 

Website: www.patriotangels.com







]]> Patriot Angels
The Aid and Attendance benefit is a monetary benefit that helps eligible veterans and their surviving spouses to pay for senior living.  Suzette Graham founder and CEO of Patriot Angels gives insight and important information on this benefit. 

Website: www.patriotangels.com







]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12967204 Fri, 02 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0400 1680 full false Early Onset Alzheimer’s - Get the Information You Need Early Onset Alzheimer’s - Get the Information You Need Alzheimer’s disease is considered to be younger-onset Alzheimer’s if it affects a person under 65. Younger-onset can also be referred to as early onset Alzheimer’s. In this episode Kristen Cusato, Director of Communications for the Connecticut Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association explains the symptoms, new research, and programs and resources for people with younger-onset Alzheimer’s. 

 More information: https://www.alz.org/ct



]]> Alzheimer’s disease is considered to be younger-onset Alzheimer’s if it affects a person under 65. Younger-onset can also be referred to as early onset Alzheimer’s. In this episode Kristen Cusato, Director of Communications for the Connecticut Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association explains the symptoms, new research, and programs and resources for people with younger-onset Alzheimer’s. 

 More information: https://www.alz.org/ct



]]> Buzzsprout-12875604 Thu, 18 May 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1680 full false How to Pay for Your Next Chapter – Senior Living: Part #3 Long Term Care Insurance How to Pay for Your Next Chapter – Senior Living: Part #3 Long Term Care Insurance Family Solutions for Care
Wendy Rinehart Family Solutions for Care ,Co-Owner/Co-Founder explains how to  obtain, use, and the do's and don'ts for long term care insurance policy. 

Website: www.familysolutionsforcare.com


 

]]> Family Solutions for Care
Wendy Rinehart Family Solutions for Care ,Co-Owner/Co-Founder explains how to  obtain, use, and the do's and don'ts for long term care insurance policy. 

Website: www.familysolutionsforcare.com


 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12874818 Thu, 18 May 2023 12:00:00 -0400 1680 full false Love in the Senior Living Community Love in the Senior Living Community Celebrating "New Beginnings" Month! 

There are many reasons older adults move into a senior living community, but is looking for love one of them? Listen to find out...

]]> Celebrating "New Beginnings" Month! 

There are many reasons older adults move into a senior living community, but is looking for love one of them? Listen to find out...

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12785361 Thu, 04 May 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1680 full false How to Pay for Your Next Chapter – Senior Living: Part #2 Bridge Loans How to Pay for Your Next Chapter – Senior Living: Part #2 Bridge Loans Second Act Financial Services
Karen Nelson, Executive Vice President of Customer Care explains how obtaining Bridge Loan can be used to pay a senior living community. Tips on how it works and resources. 

Website: www.secondact.com

]]> Second Act Financial Services
Karen Nelson, Executive Vice President of Customer Care explains how obtaining Bridge Loan can be used to pay a senior living community. Tips on how it works and resources. 

Website: www.secondact.com

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12785198 Thu, 04 May 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1680 full false How to Pay for Your Next Chapter – Senior Living: Part #1 How to Pay for Your Next Chapter – Senior Living: Part #1 Ben Rao author of Paying for Long-Term Care and Co-Founder of Mom’s House gives important information and resources.
 
 www.payingforlongtermcare.com
www.momshouse.com

]]> Ben Rao author of Paying for Long-Term Care and Co-Founder of Mom’s House gives important information and resources.
 
 www.payingforlongtermcare.com
www.momshouse.com

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12684580 Wed, 19 Apr 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1680 full false Insider Tips for Taking the Tour of a Senior Living Community Insider Tips for Taking the Tour of a Senior Living Community When you are exploring a retirement community for yourself or an older adult loved one, taking an in-person tour is the best way, without question, to decide if it is a good fit or not. This episode will give you helpful tips to make this time productive and successful. 



]]> When you are exploring a retirement community for yourself or an older adult loved one, taking an in-person tour is the best way, without question, to decide if it is a good fit or not. This episode will give you helpful tips to make this time productive and successful. 



]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12684433 Wed, 19 Apr 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1680 full false Quick and Easy Tips to Staying Healthy Quick and Easy Tips to Staying Healthy It's time for a check in on your Healthy Resolutions. In this episode we give more healthy tips to keep you moving and grooving through the year. 

]]> It's time for a check in on your Healthy Resolutions. In this episode we give more healthy tips to keep you moving and grooving through the year. 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12604594 Thu, 06 Apr 2023 18:00:00 -0400 1680 full false Welcome to the Community – The Importance of Successful On-boarding and Transitioning New Residents Welcome to the Community – The Importance of Successful On-boarding and Transitioning New Residents Roseanne Holland Resident Services Coordinator @ The Heights  gives helpful tips on transitioning to a Senior Living Community. 

]]> Roseanne Holland Resident Services Coordinator @ The Heights  gives helpful tips on transitioning to a Senior Living Community. 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12604579 Thu, 06 Apr 2023 18:00:00 -0400 1680 full false The Connecticut American Parkinson's Disease Association (CT-APDA) The Connecticut American Parkinson's Disease Association (CT-APDA) The APDA Connecticut Chapter supports  those in our community who are impacted by Parkinson’s disease. This episode we learn about this amazing organization as we speak with Holly Seymour, Program Director for the Connecticut Chapter. 

 

 


 

 

]]> The APDA Connecticut Chapter supports  those in our community who are impacted by Parkinson’s disease. This episode we learn about this amazing organization as we speak with Holly Seymour, Program Director for the Connecticut Chapter. 

 

 


 

 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12495602 Wed, 22 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0400 1680 full false Elder Financial Health with Dr. Kevin Manning Elder Financial Health with Dr. Kevin Manning In this episode we explore the importance of being informed to prevent Elder Financial abuse. Identifying unique risk profiles and factors to enhance detection, and support proactive prevention.

For more information please visit: https://health.uconn.edu/pepper-center/

 


]]> In this episode we explore the importance of being informed to prevent Elder Financial abuse. Identifying unique risk profiles and factors to enhance detection, and support proactive prevention.

For more information please visit: https://health.uconn.edu/pepper-center/

 


]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12495598 Wed, 22 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0400 1680 full false The Importance of Decluttering for Older Adults The Importance of Decluttering for Older Adults Decluttering and simplifying life is important for older adults. In this episode we learn why and how as we explore the important topic of decluttering. 

]]> Decluttering and simplifying life is important for older adults. In this episode we learn why and how as we explore the important topic of decluttering. 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12408189 Thu, 09 Mar 2023 12:00:00 -0500 1680 full false Your Next Chapter with Special Guest: UR Community Your Next Chapter with Special Guest: UR Community Listen as guest Michelle Puzzo from non-profit agency, UR Community, joins us to talk about their volunteer program for older adults. www.urcommunitycares.org

]]> Listen as guest Michelle Puzzo from non-profit agency, UR Community, joins us to talk about their volunteer program for older adults. www.urcommunitycares.org

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12408159 Thu, 09 Mar 2023 12:00:00 -0500 1680 full false Special Guest: Beth Robbins is the author of the book - a grief sublime Special Guest: Beth Robbins is the author of the book - a grief sublime Beth Robbins is the author of the book a grief sublime. She is a teacher at Waldorf High School and owner of the publishing company Keats and Co. We are hoping that this interview will give valuable and powerful information on ways of dealing with unexpected and overwhelming grief. Beth’s story is an inspiration to many as she took an unexpected tragedy in her life and did something good with it - not just for herself but for the community and possibly the world. 

]]> Beth Robbins is the author of the book a grief sublime. She is a teacher at Waldorf High School and owner of the publishing company Keats and Co. We are hoping that this interview will give valuable and powerful information on ways of dealing with unexpected and overwhelming grief. Beth’s story is an inspiration to many as she took an unexpected tragedy in her life and did something good with it - not just for herself but for the community and possibly the world. 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12348004 Tue, 28 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1680 full false Special Guest: Lisa Marshall Author of Newly Published Book "Oh Hello Alzheimer's" Special Guest: Lisa Marshall Author of Newly Published Book "Oh Hello Alzheimer's" Lisa Marshall bravely has written her book: “Oh Hello Alzheimer’s” to inform and empower others who are caring for loved ones coping with this difficult illness. Lisa knows what it is like to be suddenly thrust into the world of ALZHEIMER’S when her beloved husband Peter was struck with the illness several years ago at the age of 53 and tragically took him from her just one year ago. Her book is full of helpful tips and solution.  It bravely goes deep into many difficult aspects of caregiving while giving her reader a truly candid and intimate glimpse into her marriage and history with Peter. 


]]> Lisa Marshall bravely has written her book: “Oh Hello Alzheimer’s” to inform and empower others who are caring for loved ones coping with this difficult illness. Lisa knows what it is like to be suddenly thrust into the world of ALZHEIMER’S when her beloved husband Peter was struck with the illness several years ago at the age of 53 and tragically took him from her just one year ago. Her book is full of helpful tips and solution.  It bravely goes deep into many difficult aspects of caregiving while giving her reader a truly candid and intimate glimpse into her marriage and history with Peter. 


]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12347950 Tue, 28 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500 1680 full false Roommate Living for Older Adults: Why It Works.... Roommate Living for Older Adults: Why It Works.... In this episode, we learn the benefits of older adults having a roommate.  It can not only help combat loneliness and isolation but also save money. The Heights at Avery Heights introduces their new advantageous assisted living program The 200’s. Companion living and so much more. 

]]> In this episode, we learn the benefits of older adults having a roommate.  It can not only help combat loneliness and isolation but also save money. The Heights at Avery Heights introduces their new advantageous assisted living program The 200’s. Companion living and so much more. 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12204925 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1680 2 5 full false Music and Harmony Music and Harmony Tara Jenkins, of Harmony in Dementia, shares how customized music therapy can increase socialization and emotional well-being.

]]> Tara Jenkins, of Harmony in Dementia, shares how customized music therapy can increase socialization and emotional well-being.

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12204906 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1680 2 4 full false How to Pay for Senior Living Community How to Pay for Senior Living Community You may be considering moving to an assisted living community or need even more care but can’t achieve that at home. Caregivers and seniors themselves want the highest quality of care and surroundings that are both beautiful and stimulating, but aren’t sure how to afford it. This episode we are going to be speaking about what one might need to know about paying for a Senior Living Community. 

]]> You may be considering moving to an assisted living community or need even more care but can’t achieve that at home. Caregivers and seniors themselves want the highest quality of care and surroundings that are both beautiful and stimulating, but aren’t sure how to afford it. This episode we are going to be speaking about what one might need to know about paying for a Senior Living Community. 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12025194 Wed, 11 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1680 2 3 full false Solo Agers with Kathryn Freda of Sage Solutions Solo Agers with Kathryn Freda of Sage Solutions This episode we are speaking with Kathryn Freda who runs Sage Solutions LLC. 

A solo ager is a person or couple without adult children to rely on for assistance or support in the event of an emergency, a prolonged illness, or living a long life that may eventually require help to sustain.  This episode we discuss the needs and concerns of this important and growing community of people who are Solo Agers because navigating the ageing process while going it alone can present many challenges. 

]]> This episode we are speaking with Kathryn Freda who runs Sage Solutions LLC. 

A solo ager is a person or couple without adult children to rely on for assistance or support in the event of an emergency, a prolonged illness, or living a long life that may eventually require help to sustain.  This episode we discuss the needs and concerns of this important and growing community of people who are Solo Agers because navigating the ageing process while going it alone can present many challenges. 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-12025163 Wed, 11 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1680 2 2 full false Highlights from The Heights in 2023 Highlights from The Heights in 2023 Upcoming events at The Heights for 2023 and explain a little bit about our podcast calendar for the New Year as well...

]]> Upcoming events at The Heights for 2023 and explain a little bit about our podcast calendar for the New Year as well...

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-11941895 Wed, 28 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0500 1680 1 21 full false Healthy Resolutions for Seniors Healthy Resolutions for Seniors This year has taught us gratitude and how to give thanks for things we would generally take for granted. From friends and family to health, there is so much to be thankful for as we enter the year 2023. 

What’s a better way to express thanks than by using our gratitude to guide our New Year’s resolutions. 

In this episode we will cover some great topics for how to stay healthy and happy this upcoming year. Tried and true, we want to outline for our listeners suggestions as to how they can live each day more vibrantly than they might’ve even thought possible. 

]]> This year has taught us gratitude and how to give thanks for things we would generally take for granted. From friends and family to health, there is so much to be thankful for as we enter the year 2023. 

What’s a better way to express thanks than by using our gratitude to guide our New Year’s resolutions. 

In this episode we will cover some great topics for how to stay healthy and happy this upcoming year. Tried and true, we want to outline for our listeners suggestions as to how they can live each day more vibrantly than they might’ve even thought possible. 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-11941837 Wed, 28 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0500 1680 2 1 full false The Power of Purpose The Power of Purpose F. Scott Fitzgerald’s often pondered the importance of purpose. He felt the need to encourage people to find their own life’s meaning no matter what their age. 

He said:

“It’s never too late, or in my case too early, to be whoever you want to be. There’s no time limit. Start whenever you want. You can change or stay the same. There are no rules to this thing. We can make the best of the worst of it. I hope you make the best of it. I hope you see things that startle you. I hope you feel things you’ve never felt before. I hope you meet people who have different points of view. I hope you live a life you’re proud of and if you’re not, I hope you have the courage to start over
again.”

In this episode, we talk about the Power of Purpose for older adults. We discuss how to find your purpose as life progresses and not lose sight of "why you are here?". 

]]> F. Scott Fitzgerald’s often pondered the importance of purpose. He felt the need to encourage people to find their own life’s meaning no matter what their age. 

He said:

“It’s never too late, or in my case too early, to be whoever you want to be. There’s no time limit. Start whenever you want. You can change or stay the same. There are no rules to this thing. We can make the best of the worst of it. I hope you make the best of it. I hope you see things that startle you. I hope you feel things you’ve never felt before. I hope you meet people who have different points of view. I hope you live a life you’re proud of and if you’re not, I hope you have the courage to start over
again.”

In this episode, we talk about the Power of Purpose for older adults. We discuss how to find your purpose as life progresses and not lose sight of "why you are here?". 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-11874084 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 16:00:00 -0500 1680 full false Living Your Next Chapter - Life On Purpose: Jeffrey Schlichter Living Your Next Chapter - Life On Purpose: Jeffrey Schlichter Today we are starting a new section of our show called “Living Your Next Chapter - Life on Purpose. Each month we will have a guest that will tell us how they are still living their purpose or have found their purpose in life as an older adult. 

Today we welcome our guest Jeffrey Schlichter, Videographer who launched a full-time business, Cameo Video during his retirement years. He’s also had a successful career as an actor, singer, musician, director, set designer, acting coach, and theatrical sound technician. This episode will inspire and motivate!1

]]> Today we are starting a new section of our show called “Living Your Next Chapter - Life on Purpose. Each month we will have a guest that will tell us how they are still living their purpose or have found their purpose in life as an older adult. 

Today we welcome our guest Jeffrey Schlichter, Videographer who launched a full-time business, Cameo Video during his retirement years. He’s also had a successful career as an actor, singer, musician, director, set designer, acting coach, and theatrical sound technician. This episode will inspire and motivate!1

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-11874065 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 16:00:00 -0500 1680 1 19 full false The Heights 101 The Heights 101 Everything you want to know about our amazing Continuum of Care Retirement Community. 

]]> Everything you want to know about our amazing Continuum of Care Retirement Community. 

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-11804237 Fri, 02 Dec 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 full false Answers to Important Questions: Memory Care Answers to Important Questions: Memory Care The possibility that a loved one may be developing Alzheimer’s disease or another memory impairment can feel overwhelming. With age, a reduction in cognitive ability naturally occurs, but more significant declines in memory are cause for concern. Moreover, if you are already caring for someone with a progressive neurodegenerative condition, you understand how challenging it can be. Given the physical and emotional toll of such a responsibility can cause many challenges for a caregiver; it is no surprise that many begin to seek out options for support. This episode we have a special guest The Heights Memory Care Director Holly Taylor-Fry who will be providing expert advice and guidance to help keep those in need informed as they search for the best possible options.

]]> The possibility that a loved one may be developing Alzheimer’s disease or another memory impairment can feel overwhelming. With age, a reduction in cognitive ability naturally occurs, but more significant declines in memory are cause for concern. Moreover, if you are already caring for someone with a progressive neurodegenerative condition, you understand how challenging it can be. Given the physical and emotional toll of such a responsibility can cause many challenges for a caregiver; it is no surprise that many begin to seek out options for support. This episode we have a special guest The Heights Memory Care Director Holly Taylor-Fry who will be providing expert advice and guidance to help keep those in need informed as they search for the best possible options.

]]> Siobhan Cefarelli Buzzsprout-11804229 Fri, 02 Dec 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 1 17 full false The Heights Senior Living Community The Heights Senior Living Community If you or a loved one is hesitant about moving to a senior living community, ease your mind by listening to Bill Englehart, Director of The Heights’ Senior Living Community. Learn about how the right senior living community can open a whole new world of opportunities.

]]> If you or a loved one is hesitant about moving to a senior living community, ease your mind by listening to Bill Englehart, Director of The Heights’ Senior Living Community. Learn about how the right senior living community can open a whole new world of opportunities.

]]> Siobhan Buzzsprout-11746706 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 1 14 full false Continuing Care Retirement Communities Continuing Care Retirement Communities Why Choose a Continuing Care Retirement Community? Listen and learn from expert, Bill Thompson, Director and Vice President of Avery Heights, as he talks about how these communities offer everything from independent and assisted living to a full range of short-term and long-term healthcare services.

]]> Why Choose a Continuing Care Retirement Community? Listen and learn from expert, Bill Thompson, Director and Vice President of Avery Heights, as he talks about how these communities offer everything from independent and assisted living to a full range of short-term and long-term healthcare services.

]]> Siobhan Buzzsprout-11746701 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 1 13 full false Chocolate Good For the Soul.... Chocolate Good For the Soul.... We all know that chocolate is comforting to the soul, but it may also be just as good for your body and mind. In this episode we discover the good news about this  yummy treat!

]]> We all know that chocolate is comforting to the soul, but it may also be just as good for your body and mind. In this episode we discover the good news about this  yummy treat!

]]> Siobhan Buzzsprout-11746683 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 1 16 full false The Myths About Senior Living The Myths About Senior Living If you are currently considering a senior living community for yourself or a loved one, you are in the midst of one of the most important decisions you will ever make—how and where to spend your next chapter. It will be important for you to sort out the myths from the truths to avoid being confused or overwhelmed. In this episode we dispel the most common misconceptions or myths when it comes to senior living.

]]> If you are currently considering a senior living community for yourself or a loved one, you are in the midst of one of the most important decisions you will ever make—how and where to spend your next chapter. It will be important for you to sort out the myths from the truths to avoid being confused or overwhelmed. In this episode we dispel the most common misconceptions or myths when it comes to senior living.

]]> Siobhan Buzzsprout-11746657 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 1 15 full false Five Wishes and Advance Care Planning Five Wishes and Advance Care Planning In this episode, Siobhan Cefarelli, with years of experience in hospice, talks about the importance of advance care planning. Listen and learn about the Five Wishes program and how they help over 40 million Americans make the process of advance care planning easier.

]]> In this episode, Siobhan Cefarelli, with years of experience in hospice, talks about the importance of advance care planning. Listen and learn about the Five Wishes program and how they help over 40 million Americans make the process of advance care planning easier.

]]> Siobhan Buzzsprout-11746647 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 1 11 full false Caregivers “Taking Care of YOU!” Caregivers “Taking Care of YOU!” Almost one in three adults in the United States are caregivers, providing care for a loved one. Caregiving can be rewarding but it can also be stressful, bringing about feelings of anxiety, fatigue, sadness, and trouble sleeping. Listen as we talk about the importance of caregivers taking care of themselves and the repercussions when they ignore the warning signs.

]]> Almost one in three adults in the United States are caregivers, providing care for a loved one. Caregiving can be rewarding but it can also be stressful, bringing about feelings of anxiety, fatigue, sadness, and trouble sleeping. Listen as we talk about the importance of caregivers taking care of themselves and the repercussions when they ignore the warning signs.

]]> Siobhan Buzzsprout-11746613 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 1 12 full false Exercising the Brain Exercising the Brain Older adults often fear losing their memory function. Listen as we explore ways to exercise your brain to help improve its function and participate in our brain exercise competition for a chance to win a complimentary luncheon or dinner for two at The Heights.

]]> Older adults often fear losing their memory function. Listen as we explore ways to exercise your brain to help improve its function and participate in our brain exercise competition for a chance to win a complimentary luncheon or dinner for two at The Heights.

]]> Siobhan Buzzsprout-11746603 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 1 10 full false The Alzheimer’s Association: Care – Support – Research – The Fight for the Cure The Alzheimer’s Association: Care – Support – Research – The Fight for the Cure Over six million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. Listen as guest, Kristen Cusato, Director of Communications, Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter and Graham Kobs, Manager of the Greater Hartford Walk to End Alzheimer’s, talks about the Alzheimer’s Association and the role they play in the community and the important work they do in providing Alzheimer’s care, and support and accelerating research to find the cure and more.

]]> Over six million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. Listen as guest, Kristen Cusato, Director of Communications, Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter and Graham Kobs, Manager of the Greater Hartford Walk to End Alzheimer’s, talks about the Alzheimer’s Association and the role they play in the community and the important work they do in providing Alzheimer’s care, and support and accelerating research to find the cure and more.

]]> Siobhan Buzzsprout-11746594 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 1 9 full false Making Friends in a Senior Living Community Making Friends in a Senior Living Community When moving into a senior living community, often people are not only seeking a more relaxing, simplified lifestyle and perhaps medical support, but also a life with friends, companions, and socialization. Listen as we talk about the importance of socialization and provide tips for making new friends that will help make your life rich and enjoyable.

]]> When moving into a senior living community, often people are not only seeking a more relaxing, simplified lifestyle and perhaps medical support, but also a life with friends, companions, and socialization. Listen as we talk about the importance of socialization and provide tips for making new friends that will help make your life rich and enjoyable.

]]> Siobhan Buzzsprout-11746589 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 969 1 8 full false The Dining Experience The Dining Experience The dining experience at a senior living community is one of the top things people inquire about when looking to start their next chapter. Listen as Chef Tim Barber, Director of Dining Services at The Heights, talks about how important the dining experience is – from offering a variety of heart- and brain-healthy, gourmet meal options to making the dining room itself a comfortable place where residents can socialize.

]]> The dining experience at a senior living community is one of the top things people inquire about when looking to start their next chapter. Listen as Chef Tim Barber, Director of Dining Services at The Heights, talks about how important the dining experience is – from offering a variety of heart- and brain-healthy, gourmet meal options to making the dining room itself a comfortable place where residents can socialize.

]]> Siobhan Buzzsprout-11746586 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 1 7 full false Senior Living Community Moving Day Senior Living Community Moving Day Listen to Guest Andrew Jambor of Amston Home Transition Solutions as he shares tips for preparing for a move to a senior living community.

Learn more at https://guidingthemove.com/.

]]> Listen to Guest Andrew Jambor of Amston Home Transition Solutions as he shares tips for preparing for a move to a senior living community.

Learn more at https://guidingthemove.com/.

]]> Siobhan Buzzsprout-11746572 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 1 6 full false Your Next Chapter with Special Guest: For All Ages Your Next Chapter with Special Guest: For All Ages Listen as guest Deb Bibbons from non-profit agency, For All Ages, joins us to talk about their programs that help older adults struggling with loneliness, isolation, and more. Learn more about For All Ages at https://forallages.org.

]]> Listen as guest Deb Bibbons from non-profit agency, For All Ages, joins us to talk about their programs that help older adults struggling with loneliness, isolation, and more. Learn more about For All Ages at https://forallages.org.

]]> Siobhan Buzzsprout-11746548 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 1 5 full false Where it Begins: The Search for Senior Living Where it Begins: The Search for Senior Living Beginning your search for a senior living community can be overwhelming. Listen as we provide tips and guidance, including important steps to take during your search.

]]> Beginning your search for a senior living community can be overwhelming. Listen as we provide tips and guidance, including important steps to take during your search.

]]> Siobhan Buzzsprout-11746461 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 1 3 full false The Blue Zones in Senior Living The Blue Zones in Senior Living The Blue Zones are areas in the world where people age gracefully. They live happy, full lives throughout their aging years. Listen as we explore the Blue Zones and show how moving to a senior living community can give you all the advantages of healthy Blue Zone living.

]]> The Blue Zones are areas in the world where people age gracefully. They live happy, full lives throughout their aging years. Listen as we explore the Blue Zones and show how moving to a senior living community can give you all the advantages of healthy Blue Zone living.

]]> Siobhan Buzzsprout-11746447 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 1 2 full false The “What Ifs” of Senior Living The “What Ifs” of Senior Living When starting the search for senior living, whether it is for yourself or for a loved one, there are many ‘what if’ questions. As we age, it is very challenging to have a crystal ball - figuring out what could go wrong, and how it will be handled. Listen and learn about potential solutions to answer the 'what ifs’ and help ease your mind.

]]> When starting the search for senior living, whether it is for yourself or for a loved one, there are many ‘what if’ questions. As we age, it is very challenging to have a crystal ball - figuring out what could go wrong, and how it will be handled. Listen and learn about potential solutions to answer the 'what ifs’ and help ease your mind.

]]> Siobhan Buzzsprout-11746444 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1680 1 1 full false