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Elevate Eldercare

Center for Innovation

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Let’s Elevate Eldercare Together! Every great eldercare community has a unique story, and there are many paths toward providing high-quality, person-directed services and supports for older adults. That’s why we launched “Elevate Eldercare”: to bring together thought leaders, activists, and advocates in the field of aging services and give them a space where thoughtful discourse and diverse perspectives flow freely. Join Susan Ryan, Alex Spanko, and other GHP team members every Wednesday for ...
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Eldercare Success

Nancy May, CareManity, LLC

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Join us in Doing it Best with Eldercare Success where we explore ways to relieve the stress, exhaustion and overwhelm that we all face in caring for an aging parent, frail spouse, or partner. Fear, frustration, emotional and financial strain do not have to be your MO! In this show, we dive into unraveling the tricks, traps, and gotchas that create more questions than answers while caring for those we love. Join Nancy May, and her guests as she helps relieve the pressures and delivers solid w ...
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Welcome to ElderCare Insights with Lee Berkowitz, the podcast designed to help you navigate the complex world of elder care. We know the questions and concerns you're grappling with–we've been there too. Each episode is packed with answers to your FAQs, solutions to common challenges, and the essential tools you need to make informed decisions. We'll introduce you to experts that help you navigate this important phase of life. At 'ElderCare Insights,' we believe that knowledge empowers you t ...
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Torchlight’s Eldercare Illuminated empowers family caregivers as they overcome obstacles and navigate the complexities of caring for an ill or aging loved one. Tune in for conversations with top eldercare experts, practitioners, or experienced caregivers who can provide practical advice and hands-on tips designed to help you simplify your life while meeting your loved one’s needs. Want full access to Torchlight’s online caregiving platform, including personalized action plans, eGuides, and t ...
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This episode of Eldercare Success is guaranteed to give you some useful tools to make it easier to help your loved ones be accepted and function well in your community and public social settings. Listen in as Nancy May shares the ways that Jim Magnis helped transform his community while caring for his wife with early-onset Alzheimer's Disease. Love…
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From a very young age, Paddy Moore learned the value of speaking her mind and advocating for those facing discrimination and exclusion, and she turned those lessons into a lifetime of fighting for others – whether it was creating anti-poverty programs under the federal Office of Economic Opportunity, working to de-institutionalize care for people l…
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David “Marty” Kiar is a Democratic politician who currently serves as the Broward County Property Appraiser. He was formerly the Mayor of Broward County and a Broward County Commissioner, representing the 1st District from 2012 to 2016. Marty Kiar shares personal anecdotes about his family's influence on his career, his dedication to fitness, and h…
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Balancing Acts: Ways to Still thriving in your career while caring for aging parents. It is possible to do without driving yourself to the edge! In this empowering episode of Eldercare Success, we delve into the deeply personal and challenging journey of balancing a fulfilling career, or business, with the demands of caring for aging parents. Many …
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You can’t fix what you can’t measure, and for too many years, advocates and officials have attempted to reform the nursing home system without an accurate accounting of multiple metrics – including the flow of money and the track records of owners. CFI strategic advisor Anne Montgomery joins the podcast to discuss her efforts to bring greater trans…
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Words as Bridges In this episode of Eldercare Success," host Nancy May talks with sits Dallin Candland, in a conversation that veers into the less explored corridors of caregiving, and the healing power of poetry. Dallin shares his personal journey through hardship and how he turned to poetry as a means to understand and express his emotions, provi…
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When Jennilie Brewster first started inquiring about volunteering at the Coler nursing campus on New York City’s Roosevelt Island, she never imagined that her work with the residents would have a national impact. Brewster – a writer, painter, and film producer – joins the podcast to discuss her work with OPEN DOORS NYC and the Reality Poets, a grou…
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How Tragedy Strikes: The Heartbreaking Truth About Medical Decisions in Eldercare In this episode of Eldercare Sccess, Host, Nancy May bravely shares her family's harrowing experience with the eldercare system, a cautionary tale that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about protecting your loved ones. With raw honesty and gu…
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The topic of responsibly integrating technology into eldercare communities is so rich and complex that we needed two episodes with Joe Velderman, vice president of innovation at Cypress Living in Fort Myers, Fla. to capture it all. Velderman returns to dive into the specific tech solutions that his organization has adopted across its life plan comm…
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Heidi Friedman, Esq., the compassionate heart behind Friedman Elder Law & Estate Planning Department, LLC, understands the unique challenges seniors face. As one of the select few Board Certified Elder Law Attorneys in Florida, she is deeply committed to safeguarding your hard-earned assets and ensuring dignified care in the golden years. As our lo…
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Oh no, Mom's fallen and I can't get to her! Now what? In the latest episode of the Eldercare Success podcast, Nancy May dives into the issues that every caregiver worries about - their parent's falling and getting seriously hurt. Her conversation with Dr. Shea Gregg, a trauma surgeon, and the innovative mind behind FallCall will give you key inform…
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Marvell Adams, Jr. not only talks the talk when it comes to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in eldercare – he walks the walk, holding multiple roles across the eldercare spectrum where he brings people of all ages, races, socioeconomic backgrounds, and points of view together to move the sector forward. Adams, who serves on the Center fo…
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NEVER hire only one home-care Aide: and why! In this episode of the Eldercare Success podcast, Nancy May tackles the key issues when you’re considering hiring an aide for aging parents. This includes whether to hire one or several aides and if it’s a good idea to have a full-time aide living in your parent’s home so you have greater peace of mind –…
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Reminiscent of the ageist discourse around the “silver tsunami,” the concept of people aging without the support of children or a spouse – once referred to as “elder orphans” – is far too often discussed as a problem, and not a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a new phase of life with friends, neighbors, and other people who bring us joy. Sara Geber …
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How Humor and Snark Can Save You as a Caregiver. Seriously! Welcome to Doing It Best with Elder Care Success, where we uncover how to be a more effective and resilient caregiver. In this episode, your host, Nancy May talks with with Kathryn Lang, a caregiver who found strength in learning how to use humor in tough times. you'll learn how laughter -…
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The idea that structural racism has a direct impact on all facets of American life – including the experiences of elders in care settings – shouldn’t be a controversial statement in 2024, but far too often, the question of equity and race-conscious policymaking gets wrapped up into a broader political discourse. Shekinah Fashaw-Walters, an assistan…
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Do you ever feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stressed in your caregiving role? You're not alone. As a caregiver myself, I've faced those panic moments too. Caring for an aging parent or frail spouse can put us on an emotional rollercoaster, even if we're strong! In this week’s episode of Eldercare Success, I get real about caregiver stress and anxiety…
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Naomi Feil, who originally developed the Validation method of supporting and communicating with people living with dementia, died this past December 24 at the age of 91. This week, we’re celebrating Naomi’s life with her daughter – and fellow champion for the dignity of people living with dementia – Vicki de Klerk-Rubin, executive director of the V…
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Inside the ER in a crisis with an emergency department doctor this is a must-listen episode of Eldercare Success, as Nancy May sits down with Dr. Brittany Lamb, an experienced emergency room doctor with a special interest in elderly patients and dementia care. Join us as we demystify the often-intimidating world of emergency medical care, offering …
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Tetyana Shippee first became fascinated with the power of structural forces to shape individual lives as a grad student from Ukraine studying the sociology of addiction in the United States. That academic interest soon expanded into gerontology and elder issues – including a two-year stint living in a continuing care retirement community as part of…
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Caregiver 911: Three top ways to help you avoid ER nightmares Emergencies are every caregiver's worst nightmare, but being prepared can make a world of difference. In this episode of Eldercare Success, host Nancy May gives you the top three things to do when the unthinkable happens, and you need to call 911 for elderly loved ones. From getting them…
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Artificial intelligence is the tech buzzword of the moment, but as eldercare providers know, implementing any technology in the aging space comes with its own unique set of concerns – even solutions that don’t go as far as generating complex written narratives or autonomously analyzing resident data. At Cypress Living, a senior living and home heal…
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Elder Romance Scammers: Safeguarding Hearts, Wallets, and even Grandchildren! In this eye-opening episode of Eldercare Success, Nancy May delves into the alarming world of elder romance scams, with her guest, James Feldman a fully accredited Professional Relationship Coach and romance scam protection expert. In our conversation, we dive into this $…
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As non-profit nursing home operators continue to shutter their doors and cede ground to for-profits, one organization in New England is helping mission-driven organizations honor their unique legacies while providing vital, centralized logistical support. Legacy Lifecare chief philanthropy officer/founding executive Barry Berman and chief operating…
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Ways you can help identify, question, and begin to resolve concerns about a love scam that might be happening to your parent. In this episode of Eldercare Success, your host, Nancy May explores three essential considerations for adult children worried about their aging parents' new love interests, especially in cases where loneliness may make them …
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Individuals and companies frequently develop new solutions to make life easier for elders and caregivers, but not all of them have what it takes to actually make the jump from theory to widespread practice. In Australia, that’s where ARIIA – Aged Care Research & Industry Innovation Australia – comes in. Since 2021, ARIIA has funded a host of projec…
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In this episode of Eldercare Success, Nancy May deals with the issue of caregiver Fear. Fear is common among all caregivers. It's unavoidable, but not insurmountable. This episode doesn't just acknowledge that fear is part of the caregiver's experience; it focuses on practical strategies to manage and mitigate this fear. Whether it's the anxiety of…
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Michael Brevda, Esq. is a trial lawyer and managing partner at Senior Justice Law Firm. He focuses his practice on representing victims of nursing home abuse, serious personal injury, wrongful death, and medical malpractice. Over the years, Mr. Michael Brevda, Esq. has recovered tens of millions of dollars for his clients and their families. Michae…
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In an eldercare field that’s populated with unseen and unsung heroes, family members of people living with dementia can often feel the most isolated and underrepresented. In the Greater Manchester area of the United Kingdom, Empowered Conversations creates safe, brave spaces for small cohorts of people on the caregiving journey to take a step away …
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What happens when you leave your loved one behind in a care facility? In this eye-opening episode of Eldercare Success, Nancy May, alongside eldercare expert Eilon Capsis PhD, unveils the hidden realities of eldercare facilities. Eilon, with his extensive background, brings to light the often-overlooked pitfalls and alarming practices within these …
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Far too often, people – even well-meaning folks who work in the field – fail to see nursing home residents as humans capable of the same growth, creativity, and fulfillment as people living in private homes. In fact, this ageism and ableism is a major reason why our imagination around reforming communal care settings is so narrowly focused on indiv…
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Navigating the Storm of Caregiver Anger with Eldercare Success In this emotionally insightful episode of the Eldercare Success Podcast, host Nancy May kicks off the New Year 2024 by addressing, head-on, a critical emotion in the caregiving journey: anger. This episode, part of the Eldercare Success Winter Shorts series, is specially designed to hel…
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As eldercare CEOs and women of color, Anita Holt and Frances Salinas are relative rarities in a sector that’s supposed to serve people of all races and backgrounds equally. They join the podcast this week to discuss their work at their respective communities – Holt at The Forest at Duke in Durham, N.C. and Salinas at Wesley Willows in Rockford, Ill…
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Sounds That Can Heal: Brainwave Entrainment Tools In this episode of Eldercare Success, Nancy May engages in a fascinating discussion with Morry Zelcovitch, a Brainwave Entrainment Engineer, and creator of The Morry Method. Morry has used this innovative tool to help save his own life and help others with less complex issues. Their conversation del…
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Brett Feldman is a passionate advocate for improving accessibility for individuals with mobility challenges. Frustrated by the outdated options provided by Medicare, he set out to make a change. Through his company, Brett distributes the Feather brand of lightweight wheelchairs, providing a more manageable and convenient solution for users and care…
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Revisiting the Teaching Nursing Home was designed to pair Pennsylvania nursing homes with area schools of nursing, introducing up-and-coming nurses to careers in eldercare while also infusing age-friendly care practices into the communities’ operations. But according to Nancy Zionts, the primary investigator on the project – as well as the chief op…
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The holidays often overwhelm us, caregivers, especially if we are the primary caregiver. As a result, we often forget or forgo our own wants and needs. In this episode of Eldercare Success, I give you several ways to tap into what YOU want and need -- physically and emotionally. And, no, it is not selfish at all. In fact, asking for what you want –…
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Rita Grandelis is a key member of Unicity Geriatric Care Management. Her personal and professional life is deeply intertwined with geriatric care, especially since her father was diagnosed with dementia nearly a decade ago. Melissa Weiss Bressler is the Director of Business Development for Unicity Healthcare. She has a Master's degree in social wor…
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Robert Kramer – the founder of think tank Nexus Insights, as well as the co-founder and former CEO of the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care (NIC) – returns to “Elevate Eldercare” for another stimulating discussion on the big-picture future of eldercare. As providers and advocates focus on the individual issues facing the sector,…
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Shari Geller, the founder of Senior Options and a Certified Life Care Manager, has been a member of the Aging Life Care Association since 2005. Shari holds a Master of Social Work, a Certificate in Aging and Gerontology, and is a Certified Geriatric Care Manager. With a deep understanding of the area’s senior resources, Shari empowers seniors by pr…
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This is the 100th Celebration Episode of Doing it Best with Eldercare Success! Caring for an aging parent is not easy: it can take up much time, effort, and even money. But when your job as their caregiver ends, it often stops abruptly. For many of us, it becomes one of the most difficult transitions we'll go through in our caring journey, especial…
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Every December, we use the last “Elevate Eldercare” episode of the year to take stock of the previous 12 months and make some predictions for the year ahead. CFI logged substantial milestones in 2023: celebrating 20 years of Green House homes, taking the modelinternational with the opening of new homes in Australia, further integrating the GHP and …
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Jaimee Friedlander is a dedicated professional who found her passion for working with seniors during her graduate studies in social work. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Case Manager (CCM). Growing up with a close relationship with her grandparents and witnessing the challenges of the sandwich generation, Jamie knew sh…
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In this episode of Eldercare Success, I dive into how to help your parents adjust to change(s) without it becoming a stubborn battle of wills. Most of us know that change is a constant, and quite often necessary part of living. Yet sometimes we forget this when change becomes dramatic, such as when we see our parents or loved ones become older, tra…
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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine shook the eldercare world in April 2022 with a scathing report on the nation’s broken nursing home system. Less than two years later, the Moving Forward Nursing Home Quality Coalition – formed in the wake of the NASEM report to operationalize its conclusions – has made substantial progre…
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Kellie Camp-Thomas is the Community Engagement and Business Development Manager at John Knox Village of Florida, Inc. Kellie Develops, expands, improves, and grows all part of my business development strategy at John Knox Village. She continues to connect with hospital systems, including CEO’s, clinical directors, and physicians to expand the servi…
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Patricia Gouldbourne is a dedicated and compassionate home health care aide, known for her outstanding service and care for her clients. Originally from Jamaica, Patricia has been volunteering for the elderly since she can remember. Patricia has been a Caregiver since 2005 and currently is a coordinator at Welcome Back Home Care. Patricia is very a…
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As Caregivers, we're all under tremendous pressure and sometimes that leads us to say things we regret. S#*-T happens and it can lead to short and long bouts of anger. However, anger doesn’t just happen, it grows from something small, lingers, takes over, and can blow up suddenly. Anger begets more anger. Sometimes the parents we love and care for …
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As we navigate a holiday season set against the backdrop of global and domestic conflict, this 2021 interview with Dr. Edith Eger feels even more vital than ever. A psychologist and a Holocaust survivor, Dr. Eger has 96 years of direct experience with navigating troubled times – both for herself and in service of others – and her ability to find li…
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This is my Eldercare Success holiday gift to you who have been here with me and others while caring for your mom, dad, spouse, or partner. It's a short episode on how to get better, more restful sleep. As caregivers, we all typically have far too many worries or issues running through our minds about what to do next, or what might happen next to ou…
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