Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• The concept of music as medicine (0:07)
• Andy’s background and experience in the space (1:07)
• How Andy became connected with music therapy (2:18)
• The SingFit method (7:50)
• The impact of music on the brain (9:36)
• Rhythm and its therapeutic effects (15:12)
• The success and scale of therapeutic music (19:22)
• Essential elements of a music therapy program for cognitive decline (21:44)
• The importance of music therapy (24:53)
• AI and music therapy (27:21)
• Innovative technologies in healthcare (30:32)
• The future of music prescription (32:21)
• Personal experience of aging (35:01)
• Connecting with Andy and final takeaways (38:22)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com. 

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Abby’s background and motivation for her work (0:29)
• Defining Longevity Tech (4:43)
• Investment Areas (7:18)
• Challenges in the Healthcare System (11:16)
• Preventative Measures and Individual Behavior (12:43)
• Gamification and Engaging Older Adults (19:38)
• Financial Savings and Design (23:59)
• Reliability and Customer Satisfaction (26:56)
• Immersive Embedding and User-Centric Product Development (28:04)
• Trends in Longevity Tech (31:21)
• Challenges and Opportunities in Aging Space (34:58)
• Workforce Longevity and Housing Solutions (36:11)
• Questions on Abundant Aging for Abby (42:04)
• Connecting with Abby and final takeaways (43:33)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com. 

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• The journey of a care partner (0:07)
• Discovering the power of art (2:19)
• The Maude’s Awards initiative (9:15)
• Application and selection process (13:23)
• Impactful programs funded by Maude’s Awards (14:27)
• From caregiver to care partner (15:41)
• Supporting those in the early stages of dementia (22:06)
• Embracing joy and happiness (23:07)
• The importance of meaningful connections (24:16)
• Innovative approaches in dementia care (25:20)
• Challenges in dementia care (28:35)
• Human-centered approach in dementia care (32:30)
• Inspiration for aging with abundance (37:40)
• Future initiatives and inspiration (41:48)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com. 

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Introduction of Lauren and Caitlin (1:11)
• The background of the Milken Institute (1:53)
• Milken’s activities and focus on research (3:16)
• The Work of the Center for the Future of Aging (4:17)
• Collaboration and partnerships in addressing change (8:14)
• Four Focuses of the Center for the Future of Aging (10:13)
• Exploration of systemic and personal challenges in long-term care (16:20)
• Societal shifts, financial burdens, and housing challenges for older adults (19:45)
• Technology's Role in Healthcare and Home Care (22:52)
• Affordable Housing and Care Solutions (25:48)
• Middle-Income Housing and Financing Challenges (27:48)
• Virtuous Circle of Housing and Health (29:05)
• Innovation and Technology in Care Solutions (33:08)
• Partnership for Aging Innovation Collaborative (38:05)
• Future Vision and Impact of Recommendations (39:32)
• Personal Growth and Reflection on Aging (43:03)
• Abundant Aging and Intergenerational Relationships (47:18)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com. 

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Building Trust with Your Workforce at Times of Change (1:55)
• Tina’s Passion for Senior Living and Aging Services (2:44)
• Overview of Forest Hills of DC (4:29)
• Challenges of Operating in Washington D.C. (6:20)
• Tina's Approach to COVID-19 Communication and Education (13:44)
• Understanding Different Learning Styles (16:10)
• Addressing Workforce Concerns and Decision-Making Styles (18:08)
• Implications of COVID-19 Vaccination on Workforce and Community (20:26)
• Creative communication strategies (23:46)
• Achieving herd immunity (24:40)
• Approach to education and decision-making (26:38)
• Values and crisis management (28:53)
• Preparing for the future (32:53)
• Honoring frontline workers (35:09)
• Personal growth and purpose (37:39)
• Inspiring resilience (39:45)
• Connecting with Tina and Final Takeaways (42:51)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com. 

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• The meaning of ageism (1:14)
• Experiencing ageism (3:18)
• Adapting to aging (6:37)
• Retirement and freedom (8:08)
• Life review and adaptation (11:30)
• Overcoming self-limiting beliefs (14:55)
• Abundance and facing reality (19:25)
• Dreams and messages (21:32)
• Dreams and Timeless Messages (24:46)
• Contemplative Prayer and Inner Reflection (25:41)
• Importance of Dream Work (26:56)
• Active Wisdom and Mastery (29:19)
• Life Review and Recycled Experiences (32:35)
• Hope and Purpose in Aging (33:21)
• Reflections on Aging and Connecting with Others (35:21)
• Inspirational Figures in Aging (37:19)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com.. 

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Sky’s Motivation Behind the Film (2:35)
• Stories of Resilience and Wisdom (5:45)
• Intergenerational Connections (9:48)
• The Impact of Lived Experience (16:44)
• The Power of Everyday People's Stories (20:42)
• Listening to People's Stories (22:07)
• Mochitsuki Ceremony (24:21)
• Intergenerational Work (26:29)
• Abundant Aging Questions for Sky (27:29)
• Connecting with Sky and final remarks (32:23)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com. 

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Ageism in Birthday Cards (2:46)
• Vision for Age-Friendly Vibes (8:23)
• Challenges in the Greeting Card Industry (13:55)
• Positive Messages in Age-Friendly Vibes Cards (18:07)
• Response and Future Plans (19:32)
• Expanding Beyond Birthday Cards (20:59)
• Humor and Ageism (22:57)
• Impact of Humor on Aging (25:02)
• Unpacking Ageism (26:56)
• Self-Acceptance with Age (29:25)
• Surprises of Aging (30:07)
• Inspirational Aging Heroes (31:02)
• Connecting with Jan and Final Takeaways (32:55)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com. 

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Dr. Robert’s background and research (1:06)
• Environmental Gerontology and Aging (3:30)
• Universal Design and Aging (5:32)
• Proactive Aging and Design Philosophy (7:59)
• Dr. Robert’s Passion for Dementia Care (10:35)
• Challenges in Care Settings (14:37)
• Dementia Villages and Agency (20:00)
• Dementia Villages and Sense of Place (22:48)
• Humanity in Cognitive Decline (24:04)
• Active Aging for Life Framework (28:59)
• Intergenerational Initiatives (32:10)
• Challenges in Care Centers (34:58)
• Abundant Aging Questions with Dr. Roberts (37:50)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (40:49)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com. 

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Erhardt’s background and passion for healthcare (0:07)
• CareSource's market and expansion (3:01)
• Understanding Medicaid and Medicare (4:18)
• Managed care and holistic models (6:17)
• Challenges of holistic care adoption (9:58)
• The Partnership with United Church Homes (12:31)
• Long-term impact and policy influence (13:59)
• Nonprofit differentiation and innovative approaches (19:45)
• Breaking down silos and financial coordination (23:50)
• Investing in Technology and Monitoring (26:53)
• Future of Healthcare and Aging (27:51)
• Dynamic Care Management and Predictive Analytics (29:38)
• Spiritual Component in Health and End of Life (33:02)
• Erhardt’s Personal Growth and Wisdom in Aging (35:14)
• Final thoughts and connecting with Erhardt (38:30)

Abundant Aging is a podcast series presented by United Church Homes. These shows offer ideas, information, and inspiration on how to improve our lives as we grow older. To learn more and to subscribe to the show, visit abundantagingpodcast.com.