Via Voices Podcast Tue, 19 May 2026 16:31:51 -0700 http://www.viavoices.com en-us © 2026 Via Voices Podcast yes Arizona, USA d7d572d6-74ca-5bb1-a47b-6818a85fba81 Via Elegante episodic false The podcast dedicated to exploring the many facets of assisted living and memory care. In Each episode we delve into a range of educational topics, featuring expert guests, real-life stories, and practical tips and guidance to empower seniors and their families. Via Voices is your trusted resource for making informed decisions when it comes to your loved ones.  

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Assisted Living and Memory Care Via Elegante https://storage.buzzsprout.com/t45wizu7rnkxthdt3lzscj24pfw7?.jpg Via Voices Podcast http://www.viavoices.com Via Voices Podcast - Dementia & Navigating Memory Related Diagnoses Via Voices Podcast - Dementia & Navigating Memory Related Diagnoses In this episode, Via Elegante's Founder and CEO Andy (Andrew) Briefer and Executive Director Shen explore the challenges families face when navigating a dementia-related diagnosis and the support resources available along the way. They discuss the importance of early planning and intervention, as well as the valuable role local Assisted Living and Memory Care communities can play in ensuring loved ones receive the appropriate level of care. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including early-stage resources, power of attorney, decision-making, future planning, and what families can expect throughout the placement process with Assisted Living and Memory Care providers. 

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]]> In this episode, Via Elegante's Founder and CEO Andy (Andrew) Briefer and Executive Director Shen explore the challenges families face when navigating a dementia-related diagnosis and the support resources available along the way. They discuss the importance of early planning and intervention, as well as the valuable role local Assisted Living and Memory Care communities can play in ensuring loved ones receive the appropriate level of care. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including early-stage resources, power of attorney, decision-making, future planning, and what families can expect throughout the placement process with Assisted Living and Memory Care providers. 

Thank you for listening to Via Elegante's Via Voices

Thank you for listening to Via Elegante's Via Voices

]]> Via Elegante Buzzsprout-19206329 Tue, 19 May 2026 16:00:00 -0700 2888 2 1 full false Via Voices Podcast - When is the Right Time for Assisted Living or Memory Care Via Voices Podcast - When is the Right Time for Assisted Living or Memory Care In this episode, we hear from two of Via Elegante's Executive Directors as they dive into the importance of communication across all facets of Assisted Living & Memory Care. This conversation covers Via Elegante's views on the importance of timing in the decision making process when deciding to move to assisted living or memory care for you or a loved one. We delve into all the steps and decision points that lead to making this important life choice.

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Thank you for listening to Via Elegante's Via Voices

]]> In this episode, we hear from two of Via Elegante's Executive Directors as they dive into the importance of communication across all facets of Assisted Living & Memory Care. This conversation covers Via Elegante's views on the importance of timing in the decision making process when deciding to move to assisted living or memory care for you or a loved one. We delve into all the steps and decision points that lead to making this important life choice.

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Thank you for listening to Via Elegante's Via Voices

]]> Via Elegante Buzzsprout-19206310 Tue, 19 May 2026 16:00:00 -0700 1371 1 6 full false Safety in Assisted Living & Memory Care Facilities Safety in Assisted Living & Memory Care Facilities In this episode, we hear from Via Elegante Partner, Chris Pendelton, retired fire chief and lifelong safety expert, and founder Andy Briefer as they dive into the importance of safety across all areas of Assisted Living & Memory Care. This conversation covers Via Elegante's focus on safety from fire protocols and training to engagement with first responders and how we strengthen those relationships to support safety. 

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]]> In this episode, we hear from Via Elegante Partner, Chris Pendelton, retired fire chief and lifelong safety expert, and founder Andy Briefer as they dive into the importance of safety across all areas of Assisted Living & Memory Care. This conversation covers Via Elegante's focus on safety from fire protocols and training to engagement with first responders and how we strengthen those relationships to support safety. 

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]]> Kristyn Buzzsprout-17668135 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 17:00:00 -0700 1132 full false Meet the Chefs! Meet the Chefs! In this episode, we hear from Via Elegante's Directors of Culinary and Facilities, Crystal Vargas and Jeremy Montoya, and founder Andy Briefer as they dive into the importance of food and the overall culinary experience as it relates to the enjoyment of a resident's experience in Assisted Living & Memory Care. This conversation covers Via Elegante's passion for providing a premiere experience when it comes to the meals that our residents enjoy from the normal meal options to specialty holiday menus.  

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]]> In this episode, we hear from Via Elegante's Directors of Culinary and Facilities, Crystal Vargas and Jeremy Montoya, and founder Andy Briefer as they dive into the importance of food and the overall culinary experience as it relates to the enjoyment of a resident's experience in Assisted Living & Memory Care. This conversation covers Via Elegante's passion for providing a premiere experience when it comes to the meals that our residents enjoy from the normal meal options to specialty holiday menus.  

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]]> Kristyn Buzzsprout-17668134 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 17:00:00 -0700 1680 full false Hospice and Palliative Care Hospice and Palliative Care In this episode, we hear from Via Elegante's Executive Directors, Ira Branson and Amy Shuman, and founder Andy Briefer as they dive into the difficult subject of Hospice and how families can navigate this challenging part of life's journey. This discussion covers topics from initial admission into hospice, the various benefits that are impacted by hospice, and what remains covered when a person is on hospice, to the process of medication stop process.   

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]]> In this episode, we hear from Via Elegante's Executive Directors, Ira Branson and Amy Shuman, and founder Andy Briefer as they dive into the difficult subject of Hospice and how families can navigate this challenging part of life's journey. This discussion covers topics from initial admission into hospice, the various benefits that are impacted by hospice, and what remains covered when a person is on hospice, to the process of medication stop process.   

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]]> Kristyn Buzzsprout-17668119 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 17:00:00 -0700 1001 full false Finding the Right Fit for Assisted Living or Memory Care Finding the Right Fit for Assisted Living or Memory Care In this episode, two of our Executive Directors tackle one of life's most difficult discussions; when is the right time to look for Assisted Living or Memory Care. This conversation shares thoughts from Via Elegante's Executive Directors and Founder on what families should be looking for when searching for and touring care facilities for their loved ones.  

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]]> In this episode, two of our Executive Directors tackle one of life's most difficult discussions; when is the right time to look for Assisted Living or Memory Care. This conversation shares thoughts from Via Elegante's Executive Directors and Founder on what families should be looking for when searching for and touring care facilities for their loved ones.  

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]]> Kristyn Buzzsprout-17668087 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 17:00:00 -0700 1076 full false Community Communications in Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Communications in Assisted Living & Memory Care In this episode, we hear from two of Via Elegante's Executive Directors as they dive into the importance of communication across all facets of Assisted Living & Memory Care. This conversation covers Via Elegante's views on communication, from the importance of the day one connection to families as they begin engaging with a care provider, to the consistent regular communications that a care provider should share to with the families to remain intouch and engaged in the life of their loved ones.  

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]]> In this episode, we hear from two of Via Elegante's Executive Directors as they dive into the importance of communication across all facets of Assisted Living & Memory Care. This conversation covers Via Elegante's views on communication, from the importance of the day one connection to families as they begin engaging with a care provider, to the consistent regular communications that a care provider should share to with the families to remain intouch and engaged in the life of their loved ones.  

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]]> Kristyn Buzzsprout-17668051 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 17:00:00 -0700 1116 full false Arizona Long Term Care (ALTCS) with Andy Briefer & Dave Huntoon Arizona Long Term Care (ALTCS) with Andy Briefer & Dave Huntoon In this episode, Via Elegante's Founder and CEO, Andy (Andrew) Briefer, & ALTCS/Medicaid expert, Dave Huntoon, discuss all the nuances navigating the Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) when looking into Assisted Living and Memory Care. Covering a wide range of topics from the ALTCS application process to spend down and move in. 

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]]> In this episode, Via Elegante's Founder and CEO, Andy (Andrew) Briefer, & ALTCS/Medicaid expert, Dave Huntoon, discuss all the nuances navigating the Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) when looking into Assisted Living and Memory Care. Covering a wide range of topics from the ALTCS application process to spend down and move in. 

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