Moments That Matter from the Voyage Fri, 29 May 2026 13:56:23 -0500 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2569451 en-us © 2026 Moments That Matter from the Voyage yes bb23116b-14bf-527b-bdcf-6c636c8405d1 Melise Oakley episodic false "Moments That Matter," from the Voyage Senior Living, hosted by Melise Oakley, is a life‑giving space where we celebrate laughter, connection, and the moments that truly matter. Each episode invites listeners to slow down, breathe in the joy around them, and remember that life is meant to be lived fully.
Through real stories, shared wisdom, and genuine conversation, this podcast becomes a gentle reminder that even in challenging seasons, there is beauty worth noticing and moments worth holding close.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Melise Oakley https://storage.buzzsprout.com/0pidekeg0a2exvvnj9on19f49c5i?.jpg Moments That Matter from the Voyage Tom Mann The Silver Tsunami- The Voyage Senior Living Podcast The Silver Tsunami- The Voyage Senior Living Podcast Stephanie Lawrence with Realty 618 joins host Melise Oakley with a conversation that more families need to be having—the Silver Tsunami.

By 2030, one in five Americans will be over the age of 65. That shift is already happening, and it’s changing everything—from housing to healthcare to how we plan for the future.

But this isn’t just about getting older…It’s about being prepared.

At Voyage Senior Living, we see every day how important it is to plan ahead—not just for care, but for the life transitions that come with it.

Because these conversations… these decisions…these are the moments that matter.



]]> Stephanie Lawrence with Realty 618 joins host Melise Oakley with a conversation that more families need to be having—the Silver Tsunami.

By 2030, one in five Americans will be over the age of 65. That shift is already happening, and it’s changing everything—from housing to healthcare to how we plan for the future.

But this isn’t just about getting older…It’s about being prepared.

At Voyage Senior Living, we see every day how important it is to plan ahead—not just for care, but for the life transitions that come with it.

Because these conversations… these decisions…these are the moments that matter.



]]> https://voyageseniorliving.com Melise Oakley Buzzsprout-19176650 Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500 858 Voyage Senior Living, Silver Tsunami, Senior Living, Retirement, Retirement Community, 1 12 full false Stroke Awareness Month- Moments That Matter by the Voyage Senior Living Stroke Awareness Month- Moments That Matter by the Voyage Senior Living On this 11th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Jessie Henson and Courtney Thomas from Deaconess Illinois . 

This episode is one that truly matters—because it can save a life.
May is Stroke Awareness Month, and we’re taking a few minutes together to talk about something that affects so many families, yet often catches people off guard.

A stroke can happen suddenly. It doesn’t wait. But the good news is—knowing what to look for and what to do can make all the difference.
At Voyage Senior Living, we care deeply about not just our residents, but the families and communities around them. Education is part of how we serve—and today is about equipping you with knowledge you can carry with you.

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

https://voyageseniorliving.com

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> On this 11th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Jessie Henson and Courtney Thomas from Deaconess Illinois . 

This episode is one that truly matters—because it can save a life.
May is Stroke Awareness Month, and we’re taking a few minutes together to talk about something that affects so many families, yet often catches people off guard.

A stroke can happen suddenly. It doesn’t wait. But the good news is—knowing what to look for and what to do can make all the difference.
At Voyage Senior Living, we care deeply about not just our residents, but the families and communities around them. Education is part of how we serve—and today is about equipping you with knowledge you can carry with you.

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

https://voyageseniorliving.com

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> https://voyageseniorliving.com Melise Oakley Buzzsprout-19086900 Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500 991 Stroke Awareness Month, Voyage Senior Living, Seniors, Retirement, Retirement Community, 1 11 full false The Power of Music-Moments That Matter By The Voyage Senior Living The Power of Music-Moments That Matter By The Voyage Senior Living On this 10th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Deborah Hogg and producer Moments That Matters's producer Tom Mann . Our subject is "The Power of Music" healing through harmony.  How music can transform memories, emotions and quality of life for seniors.
 
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Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice

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]]> On this 10th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Deborah Hogg and producer Moments That Matters's producer Tom Mann . Our subject is "The Power of Music" healing through harmony.  How music can transform memories, emotions and quality of life for seniors.
 
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Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice

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]]> https://voyageseniorliving.com Melise Oakley Buzzsprout-19018616 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 941 Power of Music, Seniors Music, Voyage Senior Living, Seniors, Retirement, Retirement Community, 1 10 full false What Comes After Diagnosis?- Moments That Matter From The Voyage Senior Living What Comes After Diagnosis?- Moments That Matter From The Voyage Senior Living On this 9th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Jessie Henson and Courtney Thomas. Our subject is "What Comes After The Diagnosis?"
 
Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

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Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> On this 9th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Jessie Henson and Courtney Thomas. Our subject is "What Comes After The Diagnosis?"
 
Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

https://voyageseniorliving.com

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> https://voyageseniorliving.com Melise Oakley Buzzsprout-18934736 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 898 dementia, dementia diagnosis, retirement, retirement community, senior health, senior mental health, 1 9 full false Aging & Care Giving- Moments That Matter from the Voyage Senior Living Aging & Care Giving- Moments That Matter from the Voyage Senior Living On this 8th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Jessie Henson and Courtney Thomas. Our subject is "Aging and Care Giving."
 
Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

https://voyageseniorliving.com

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> On this 8th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Jessie Henson and Courtney Thomas. Our subject is "Aging and Care Giving."
 
Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

https://voyageseniorliving.com

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> https://voyageseniorliving.com Melise Oakley Buzzsprout-18844287 Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 967 aging, caregiving, Senior caregiver, Voyage Senior Living, retirement, retirement caregiving, retirement communities, 1 8 full false Your Voice Matters-Planning, Communicating, and Documenting Your Wishes-Moments That Matter from the Voyage Senior Living Your Voice Matters-Planning, Communicating, and Documenting Your Wishes-Moments That Matter from the Voyage Senior Living On this 7th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Dr. Cindy Davis a Family Nurse Practitioner. Our subject is "Your Voice Matters- planning, communicating, and documenting your wishes."
 
Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

https://voyageseniorliving.com

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> On this 7th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Dr. Cindy Davis a Family Nurse Practitioner. Our subject is "Your Voice Matters- planning, communicating, and documenting your wishes."
 
Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

https://voyageseniorliving.com

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> Melise Oakley Buzzsprout-18761252 Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600 1145 1 7 full false Caring With A Purpose-Moments That Matter From The Voyage Senior Living Caring With A Purpose-Moments That Matter From The Voyage Senior Living On this 6th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Dr. Cindy Davis a Family Nurse Practitioner. Our subject is "Caring With A Purpose."
 
Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

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Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> On this 6th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Dr. Cindy Davis a Family Nurse Practitioner. Our subject is "Caring With A Purpose."
 
Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

https://voyageseniorliving.com

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> Melise Oakley Buzzsprout-18672749 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 1069 1 6 full false Compassionate Touch- Moments That Matter from the Voyage Senior Living Compassionate Touch- Moments That Matter from the Voyage Senior Living On this 5th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Deborah Hogg about "Compassionate Touch."
 
Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

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Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> On this 5th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Deborah Hogg about "Compassionate Touch."
 
Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

https://voyageseniorliving.com

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> Melise Oakley/Tom Mann Buzzsprout-18597073 Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 773 Voyage Senior Living, Compassionate Touch, Dementia, Moments That Matter, 1 5 full false Navigating Financial Resources- Moments That Matter from the Voyage Senior Living Navigating Financial Resources- Moments That Matter from the Voyage Senior Living On this 4th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Jessica Gibson about "Navigating Financial Resources."
 
Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

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Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> On this 4th episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley talks with Jessica Gibson about "Navigating Financial Resources."
 
Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

https://voyageseniorliving.com

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> https://voyageseniorliving.com Melise Oakley Buzzsprout-18519217 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0600 883 Navigating Financial Resources, Senior Finances, Voyage Senior Living, Seniors, Retirement, Retirement Community, 1 4 full false Pet Therapy-Moments That Matter from the Voyage Senior Living Pet Therapy-Moments That Matter from the Voyage Senior Living On this 3rd episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley interviews Jessica Gibson.  Melise and Jessica discuss Pet Therapy.  
Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

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Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> On this 3rd episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley interviews Jessica Gibson.  Melise and Jessica discuss Pet Therapy.  
Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

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Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> Melise Oakley Buzzsprout-18503063 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0600 939 1 3 full false Dementia & Alzheimer's- Moments That Matter from the Voyage Senior Living Dementia & Alzheimer's- Moments That Matter from the Voyage Senior Living On this 2nd episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley interviews Deborah Hogg.  Melise and Deborah discuss dementia and Alzheimer's.  And, they share their personal stories of caring for loved ones and the moments that matter.  

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

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Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> On this 2nd episode of Moments That Matter from the Voyage, Host Melise Oakley interviews Deborah Hogg.  Melise and Deborah discuss dementia and Alzheimer's.  And, they share their personal stories of caring for loved ones and the moments that matter.  

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

https://voyageseniorliving.com

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> Melise Buzzsprout-18462911 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0600 1174 1 2 full false Deborah Hogg's Story-Moments That Matter from the Voyage Senior Living Deborah Hogg's Story-Moments That Matter from the Voyage Senior Living In the very first episode of "Moments That Matter" from The Voyage, host Melise Oakley sits down with Deborah Hogg for a conversation that lingers long after it ends. Deborah shares her life with honesty and grace, discussing what it means to continually choose joy, purpose, and connection while facing significant health challenges. 

Her courage, laughter, and unwavering love for the world around her serve as the inspiration for this entire podcast. Deborah reminds us that even during the toughest seasons, there are still moments worth cherishing—moments that shape us, ground us, and help us remember who we truly are.

This episode is a tribute to her spirit and to everyone who continues to show up with heart. It reminds us that the most meaningful stories often come from those walking alongside us.


Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

https://voyageseniorliving.com

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

]]> In the very first episode of "Moments That Matter" from The Voyage, host Melise Oakley sits down with Deborah Hogg for a conversation that lingers long after it ends. Deborah shares her life with honesty and grace, discussing what it means to continually choose joy, purpose, and connection while facing significant health challenges. 

Her courage, laughter, and unwavering love for the world around her serve as the inspiration for this entire podcast. Deborah reminds us that even during the toughest seasons, there are still moments worth cherishing—moments that shape us, ground us, and help us remember who we truly are.

This episode is a tribute to her spirit and to everyone who continues to show up with heart. It reminds us that the most meaningful stories often come from those walking alongside us.


Moments That Matter from the Voyage is a production of the Voyage Senior Living.

https://voyageseniorliving.com

Moments That Matter from the Voyage is produced by Tom Mann/Mannvoice.

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