Unyoung Heroes Podcast Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:52:06 -0400 https://unyoungheroespodcast.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Unyoung Heroes Podcast yes f0ca54ff-7b80-50fa-a60b-fc662ee909ef Megan Kent & Kelly Moran episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Megan Kent & Kelly Moran https://storage.buzzsprout.com/ntkivjexr3t5t3ogs1180da0zq5j?.jpg Unyoung Heroes Podcast Family Dynamics in Caregiving Family Dynamics in Caregiving 🎙️ New Episode: "Family Dynamics in Caregiving" – Now Live!

In this heartfelt episode of Unyoung Heroes, Kelly and Megan dive into one of the most complex and emotional aspects of caregiving—family dynamics.

Whether you're a professional caregiver or navigating the journey with your own loved one, you’ve likely seen how caregiving can bring families closer—or create unexpected tension. We explore how roles shift, how communication can either heal or harm, and what happens when past wounds surface in the midst of care.

We share real stories, honest reflections, and practical tips for navigating difficult conversations, setting boundaries, and finding common ground when the stakes are high. This episode is a must-listen for anyone supporting someone living with dementia—or supporting the supporters.

Tune in now, and don’t forget to share with families or coworkers who could use a little encouragement and perspective along the way.

🎧 Listen here
💬 Have a topic idea? We’d love to hear it—reach out anytime!

]]> 🎙️ New Episode: "Family Dynamics in Caregiving" – Now Live!

In this heartfelt episode of Unyoung Heroes, Kelly and Megan dive into one of the most complex and emotional aspects of caregiving—family dynamics.

Whether you're a professional caregiver or navigating the journey with your own loved one, you’ve likely seen how caregiving can bring families closer—or create unexpected tension. We explore how roles shift, how communication can either heal or harm, and what happens when past wounds surface in the midst of care.

We share real stories, honest reflections, and practical tips for navigating difficult conversations, setting boundaries, and finding common ground when the stakes are high. This episode is a must-listen for anyone supporting someone living with dementia—or supporting the supporters.

Tune in now, and don’t forget to share with families or coworkers who could use a little encouragement and perspective along the way.

🎧 Listen here
💬 Have a topic idea? We’d love to hear it—reach out anytime!

]]> Megan Kent & Kelly Moran Buzzsprout-17153548 Tue, 13 May 2025 14:00:00 -0400 805 full false What to Look for in a Senior Living Community What to Look for in a Senior Living Community What should you consider when searching for senior living communities for myself or a loved one? To help us answer this question, we have Beth Prentice joining Megan Kent as  co-host for this informative episode. Finding the right senior living community can be a daunting task. We will discuss some helpful tips and tricks to make the process smoother. 

]]> What should you consider when searching for senior living communities for myself or a loved one? To help us answer this question, we have Beth Prentice joining Megan Kent as  co-host for this informative episode. Finding the right senior living community can be a daunting task. We will discuss some helpful tips and tricks to make the process smoother. 

]]> Megan Kent & Kelly Moran Buzzsprout-13501731 Thu, 31 Aug 2023 02:00:00 -0400 1402 full false Our Words Matter Our Words Matter The words we use matter--let's change the way we talk about aging. This podcast episode we will explore how our language surrounding our seniors has changed over time and why it is important to be mindful of the words we choose to use. Join us in changing the face of aging. 

]]> The words we use matter--let's change the way we talk about aging. This podcast episode we will explore how our language surrounding our seniors has changed over time and why it is important to be mindful of the words we choose to use. Join us in changing the face of aging. 

]]> Buzzsprout-13413554 Thu, 17 Aug 2023 02:00:00 -0400 1185 full false What's the Difference? What's the Difference? Understanding the differences between Nursing Homes, Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care is important for your loved ones care. Joins us in the discussion about learning what each one entails and when it might be the right time to start looking for a care facility/community. 

]]> Understanding the differences between Nursing Homes, Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care is important for your loved ones care. Joins us in the discussion about learning what each one entails and when it might be the right time to start looking for a care facility/community. 

]]> Buzzsprout-13338890 Thu, 03 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400 2058 full false Meaningful Visits Meaningful Visits Learn how to have meaningful visits with loved ones who have dementia.

Our special guest, Lynsae Kammeraad, shares valuable insights on making your visits with those who are aging or have dementia more meaningful. Don't miss this informative podcast episode!

Tune in now to learn how you can improve your visits with your loved ones. #dementiaawareness #caregivingtips

]]> Learn how to have meaningful visits with loved ones who have dementia.

Our special guest, Lynsae Kammeraad, shares valuable insights on making your visits with those who are aging or have dementia more meaningful. Don't miss this informative podcast episode!

Tune in now to learn how you can improve your visits with your loved ones. #dementiaawareness #caregivingtips

]]> Buzzsprout-13257108 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0400 1767 full false The Moran Sisters The Moran Sisters Sisters share their touching story of coping with Alzheimer's in the family.

Join us as we take a heartfelt journey with two sisters and learn about the emotional struggles and valuable lessons they encountered as they navigated through their mother's Alzheimer's diagnosis.

Share your own experience with Alzheimer's in the comments below.

]]> Sisters share their touching story of coping with Alzheimer's in the family.

Join us as we take a heartfelt journey with two sisters and learn about the emotional struggles and valuable lessons they encountered as they navigated through their mother's Alzheimer's diagnosis.

Share your own experience with Alzheimer's in the comments below.

]]> Megan Kent & Kelly Moran Buzzsprout-13171004 Thu, 06 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0400 3201 full false A Tale of Love A Tale of Love When we are faced with a situation so big and so overwhelming it is difficult to know what to do. The pattern of fight, flight or freeze comes into play and deciding which of these to listen to is tremendous. Hearing the story of someone who has traveled the journey and faced these situations can support us and help us move forward and navigate the rocky path. 

This episode is Part one of a two part series.

Today we welcome special guest Freddi Kilburn, a former caregiver for her husband Dan. The story she will share is heartwarming, inspiring and raw. Hopefully, we will all learn from her experiences.

]]> When we are faced with a situation so big and so overwhelming it is difficult to know what to do. The pattern of fight, flight or freeze comes into play and deciding which of these to listen to is tremendous. Hearing the story of someone who has traveled the journey and faced these situations can support us and help us move forward and navigate the rocky path. 

This episode is Part one of a two part series.

Today we welcome special guest Freddi Kilburn, a former caregiver for her husband Dan. The story she will share is heartwarming, inspiring and raw. Hopefully, we will all learn from her experiences.

]]> Megan Kent & Kelly Moran Buzzsprout-13085503 Thu, 22 Jun 2023 02:00:00 -0400 2722 full false What Would You Do? What Would You Do? Dementia has influenced so many of us. While it might not be you who has been diagnosed there are millions of people who have been affected. Whether you are a son, daughter, spouse or friend of someone living with dementia we know the impact it has had on all of you. We appreciate you listening in and allowing us in to your world as you do your best to understand this labyrinth and travel this sometimes, rocky road. 

On this episode we wanted to answer the questions you have emailed to us and have posted on our Facebook page. We appreciate every single message, and we want to make sure we cover what is important to you.

]]> Dementia has influenced so many of us. While it might not be you who has been diagnosed there are millions of people who have been affected. Whether you are a son, daughter, spouse or friend of someone living with dementia we know the impact it has had on all of you. We appreciate you listening in and allowing us in to your world as you do your best to understand this labyrinth and travel this sometimes, rocky road. 

On this episode we wanted to answer the questions you have emailed to us and have posted on our Facebook page. We appreciate every single message, and we want to make sure we cover what is important to you.

]]> Megan Kent & Kelly Moran Buzzsprout-13010638 Fri, 09 Jun 2023 16:00:00 -0400 2180 full false Aging and Hospitalizations Aging and Hospitalizations Given the growing proportion of the population, older individuals will make up an increasingly larger share of emergency department visits in the coming years. 

Armed with this information, what exactly do we need to know about visiting the hospital as an older adult or as an advocate for an old adult? Does Medicare cover all the costs? What are some of the myths surrounding hospitals and older adults.

 Today we welcome special guest Leslie Dubin, Master of Social Work who has over 25 years of experience working with seniors both in a congregate setting and in a major hospital. 

]]> Given the growing proportion of the population, older individuals will make up an increasingly larger share of emergency department visits in the coming years. 

Armed with this information, what exactly do we need to know about visiting the hospital as an older adult or as an advocate for an old adult? Does Medicare cover all the costs? What are some of the myths surrounding hospitals and older adults.

 Today we welcome special guest Leslie Dubin, Master of Social Work who has over 25 years of experience working with seniors both in a congregate setting and in a major hospital. 

]]> Megan Kent & Kelly Moran Buzzsprout-12921265 Thu, 25 May 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2160 full false Aging & Therapy Aging & Therapy For older adults living independently, a fall or injury can have devastating effects for their health and wellbeing. Is there anything we can do to prevent falls and injuries? What are the benefits of Physical, Occupational and Speech therapies? Should someone with dementia even consider receiving therapy or is only for the well elderly? You might be very surprised at the information we will discuss on this show. Join us as we learn more about the benefits of therapy and things we can do at every age to help us maintain our independence. 

]]> For older adults living independently, a fall or injury can have devastating effects for their health and wellbeing. Is there anything we can do to prevent falls and injuries? What are the benefits of Physical, Occupational and Speech therapies? Should someone with dementia even consider receiving therapy or is only for the well elderly? You might be very surprised at the information we will discuss on this show. Join us as we learn more about the benefits of therapy and things we can do at every age to help us maintain our independence. 

]]> Megan Kent & Kelly Moran Buzzsprout-12777337 Thu, 11 May 2023 02:00:00 -0400 2553 full false Ageism & Stereotypes Ageism & Stereotypes Ageism is prejudice or discrimination on the grounds of a person’s age. A stereotype is a mistaken idea or belief many people have about a thing or a group that is based upon how they look on the outside, which may be untrue or only partly true. All of us have been victim to stereotyping in one way or another, whether is was us lumping a group of people together without understanding all the facts or being lumped in to a group due to others not understanding or caring to listen to the facts. It doesn’t feel good and, in many cases, can cause pain, suffering, exclusion or bigotry.

Join us as we dig deeper into understanding ageism, the impact it has had through the generations and how media has influenced stereotypes. Are things changing for the better or getting worse? Let’s find out together. 

]]> Ageism is prejudice or discrimination on the grounds of a person’s age. A stereotype is a mistaken idea or belief many people have about a thing or a group that is based upon how they look on the outside, which may be untrue or only partly true. All of us have been victim to stereotyping in one way or another, whether is was us lumping a group of people together without understanding all the facts or being lumped in to a group due to others not understanding or caring to listen to the facts. It doesn’t feel good and, in many cases, can cause pain, suffering, exclusion or bigotry.

Join us as we dig deeper into understanding ageism, the impact it has had through the generations and how media has influenced stereotypes. Are things changing for the better or getting worse? Let’s find out together. 

]]> Megan Kent & Kelly Moran Buzzsprout-12639072 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 02:00:00 -0400 2160 full false Unraveling Nutrition & Aging Unraveling Nutrition & Aging Welcome to Unyoung Heroes, a podcast celebrating aging and dementia where we dive into topics that are interesting, relevant, randomly uncomfortable and sometimes funny! On this episode, Unraveling Nutrition & Aging , we discuss nutrition and aging, some tips for eating healthier without sacrificing the enjoyment of food and a glimpse into the challenges people with dementia may face and what causes these challenges. 

]]> Welcome to Unyoung Heroes, a podcast celebrating aging and dementia where we dive into topics that are interesting, relevant, randomly uncomfortable and sometimes funny! On this episode, Unraveling Nutrition & Aging , we discuss nutrition and aging, some tips for eating healthier without sacrificing the enjoyment of food and a glimpse into the challenges people with dementia may face and what causes these challenges. 

]]> Megan Kent & Kelly Moran Buzzsprout-12508680 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 02:00:00 -0400 2492 full false What's Next After a Diagnosis? What's Next After a Diagnosis? Welcome to Unyoung Heroes, a podcast celebrating aging and dementia where we dive into topics that are interesting, relevant, randomly uncomfortable and sometimes funny! On this episode, What's Next After a Diagnosis, we chat about next steps after receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer's and other related dementias, discuss the depth of the evaluations and advocating for yourself or your loved one. 

]]> Welcome to Unyoung Heroes, a podcast celebrating aging and dementia where we dive into topics that are interesting, relevant, randomly uncomfortable and sometimes funny! On this episode, What's Next After a Diagnosis, we chat about next steps after receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer's and other related dementias, discuss the depth of the evaluations and advocating for yourself or your loved one. 

]]> Megan Kent & Kelly Moran Buzzsprout-12508638 Thu, 30 Mar 2023 02:00:00 -0400 2123 full false Understanding Dementia Understanding Dementia Welcome to Unyoung Heroes, a podcast celebrating aging and dementia where we dive into topics that are interesting, relevant, randomly uncomfortable and sometimes funny! On this episode, Understanding Dementia, we dive into what dementia is and the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's disease. 

]]> Welcome to Unyoung Heroes, a podcast celebrating aging and dementia where we dive into topics that are interesting, relevant, randomly uncomfortable and sometimes funny! On this episode, Understanding Dementia, we dive into what dementia is and the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's disease. 

]]> Megan Kent & Kelly Moran Buzzsprout-12453454 Thu, 16 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0400 1125 2 full false The Unmasking The Unmasking Welcome to Unyoung Heroes, a podcast celebrating aging and dementia where we dive into topics that are interesting, relevant, randomly uncomfortable and sometimes funny! On our first episode, the Unmasking, we will introduce to you the hosts, explain how this podcast came to be, what we plan to accomplish and give you every reason to tune in next time! 

]]> Welcome to Unyoung Heroes, a podcast celebrating aging and dementia where we dive into topics that are interesting, relevant, randomly uncomfortable and sometimes funny! On our first episode, the Unmasking, we will introduce to you the hosts, explain how this podcast came to be, what we plan to accomplish and give you every reason to tune in next time! 

]]> Megan Buzzsprout-12365098 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 20:00:00 -0500 650 1 full false