Aging in Place is a Team Sport

Physical therapist Dave Jeter explains why movement, strength, balance, and consistency are often the smartest first steps for managing pain, preventing falls, and staying independent. Chris and Dave discuss why physical therapy may be worth trying before injections or surgery—and how starting early can improve long-term health.


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Caregiving gets chaotic fast - and the same leadership skills that steady executives in crisis can help families survive it. Executive coach and PhD researcher Avy Leghziel joins Chris Moore to unpack what actually works when a loved one’s health changes overnight and everyone around you is suddenly operating in uncertainty.

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What if the thing that broke you could become the thing that heals you? Dave Mowry went from running six restaurants to fourteen lost years of depression, anxiety, and hospitalization - and found his way back through stand-up comedy, reframing, and radical honesty.

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What happens when "aging in place" doesn't mean staying in a house?

In this eye-opening episode of Aging in Place Is a Team Sport, Chris Moore sits down with Linda Bryant of Road Life Hub, who began her journey documenting life on the road, only to discover a growing population of older adults living in their vehicles—many by necessity, not by choice.

Together, they discuss the unique challenges these individuals face, the gaps in traditional senior services, and why meeting people where they are has never been more important.

This conversation will change the way you think about aging, housing, and what it truly means to support older adults with dignity and compassion.

💬 We'd love to hear your thoughts. What can communities do to better serve older adults living outside traditional housing?

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Are you losing muscle as you get older—or is there something you can do about it?

In this episode of Aging in Place is a Team Sport, Chris Moore sits down with Robert Linkul, founder of Training the Older Adult, to discuss how strength training can help adults stay independent, prevent falls, and enjoy a higher quality of life well into their later years.

They explore why muscle loss isn't just a part of aging, how just a few minutes of consistent movement can make a difference, and why it's never too late to start building strength.

Whether you're over 50, caring for aging parents, or working with older adults, this conversation offers practical advice backed by years of experience.

In this episode, you'll learn:
-Why strength training matters more than cardio as you age
-How muscle loss (sarcopenia) affects independence
-The best exercises for healthy aging
-Why consistency beats intensity
-How to stay motivated when exercise feels difficult
-The surprising truth about rebuilding strength after taking time off
-Practical tips to reduce fall risk and maintain mobility

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00:00 Introduction
00:43 Meet Robert Linkul
02:15 The Most Important Movements for Healthy Aging
03:53 Is Muscle Loss After 35 Inevitable?
06:35 Why Consistency Beats Intensity
08:13 Can Just a Few Minutes of Exercise Make a Difference?
10:20 How Fast Do We Lose Muscle?
13:03 Why Most People Quit Too Soon
14:56 The "Arthritic Grace Period"
20:12 Why Coaching Makes a Huge Difference
21:56 Online vs. In-Person Training
25:26 How Often Should Older Adults Strength Train?
26:59 Why Robert Chose to Work with Older Adults
29:00 Why Older Adults Need Better Coaches

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What happens when a nurse spends over 15 years inside the healthcare system and begins to question everything she once believed?

In this powerful episode of Aging in Place is a Team Sport, Chris Moore sits down with Registered Nurse Tiffany Smith, author of Broken and Brave: The Fight to Heal American Healthcare, to discuss the realities caregivers face when navigating today's healthcare system.

From patient advocacy and informed consent to caregiver burnout, treatment decisions, and understanding your rights as a patient, this conversation sheds light on challenges many families experience but few are prepared for.
Whether you're caring for an aging parent, supporting a spouse through illness, or simply want to become a better healthcare advocate, this episode offers valuable insights that could help you make more informed decisions.

🔹 Why caregivers often become the real "quarterbacks" of healthcare
🔹 Understanding informed consent and patient rights
🔹 How to ask better questions before major treatments
🔹 The emotional burden of caregiving and medical decision-making
🔹 Why communication matters in healthcare

📚 Learn more about Tiffany Smith and Broken & Brave Health:
https://brokenandbrave.org

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00:00 Meet Tiffany
02:46 Broken System
05:10 Broken & Brave
08:08 Sick Care vs Healthcare
11:19 Caregiver Challenges
14:08 Navigating the System
16:52 COVID's Impact
19:30 Empowering Caregivers
24:57 Advocacy Matters
26:03 Patient Rights
27:43 Informed Consent
29:43 Tough Decisions
31:27 Caregiver Support
33:31 Personal Choice
35:29 Different Perspectives
37:18 Decision Burden
39:27 Better Communication
41:02 Quality of Life
42:58 Making a Difference
45:00 Final Thoughts

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What if you could preserve the voice, wisdom, memories, and life story of someone you love forever?

In this heartfelt episode of Aging in Place is a Team Sport, Chris Moore sits down with Meme Mulugeta, founder of The Legacy Project and The One and Only Publishing Company, to discuss the power of storytelling, preserving family history, breaking generational cycles, and creating meaningful legacies before it’s too late.

Meme shares the emotional story that inspired The Legacy Project — after helping an elderly woman write her life story, the woman passed away before seeing the finished book. When her estranged daughter finally received the recordings years later, she said something unforgettable:

“I wish I could have seen her face when she told those stories.”

That moment changed everything.

Now, Meme and her team travel to families across the United States creating cinematic documentary-style legacy videos and keepsake books that preserve stories, wisdom, love, and healing for future generations.

This conversation also dives into:
• Aging with purpose and vitality
• Grief, regret, and healing
• Family estrangement and reconciliation
• Breaking generational curses
• The importance of recording loved ones while we still can
• Why everyone’s story matters
• Chris Moore’s personal story of losing his wife
• Preserving family history before it disappears

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About the Podcast:
Aging in Place is a Team Sport with Chris Moore explores how we can live safer, healthier, more meaningful lives as we age — with insights from experts, caregivers, innovators, and inspiring individuals making a difference.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to The Legacy Project
01:37 The heartbreaking story that started it all
04:26 Family estrangement and emotional healing
06:00 Preserving photos, memories & keepsakes
06:45 Why people wait until the end of life
08:09 The emotional power of saying “I love you”
10:07 Why everyone’s story matters
12:17 Helping people see the value of their story
13:39 Aging, purpose & living fully
15:35 Launching The Legacy Project in 2026
18:43 Why in-person storytelling matters
20:58 Faith, purpose & trusting the process
22:08 Seeing loved ones again through video
22:50 Chris shares the story of losing his wife
26:11 Regret, grief & cherishing the present
27:10 How storytelling can break generational cycles
30:16 Addiction, family history & legacy
31:29 Healing through difficult life experiences
33:01 How to connect with The Legacy Project
34:17 Why visiting loved ones matters
36:53 Final thoughts & closing message

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Planning for the future can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.

In this episode of Aging in Place is a Team Sport, Chris Moore sits down with estate planning attorney Sarah Bidwell of Wills on Wheels to break down the legal documents every family should understand — including wills, trusts, power of attorney, probate, living wills, guardianship, and more.

Sarah explains how mobile estate planning works, why having these documents in place early matters, and the costly mistakes families often make by waiting too long.

Whether you’re planning for aging parents, protecting your own future, or simply trying to understand estate planning in plain English, this conversation is packed with practical advice and real-world examples.

Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to Mobile Estate Planning
02:31 – Understanding Essential Legal Documents
05:25 – The Importance of Power of Attorney
08:19 – Guardianship & Conservatorship Explained
09:31 – Trusts and Their Benefits
14:03 – Living Wills & Advanced Medical Directives
18:40 – Communicating Medical Wishes
23:45 – Executors, Probate & Estate Responsibilities
26:19 – When to Update Estate Planning Documents
32:53 – Why People Avoid Estate Planning
36:03 – Final Thoughts & How to Contact Sarah

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Aging in place is more than just staying at home — it’s about maintaining independence, dignity, safety, and quality of life.

In this episode of “Aging in Place is a Team Sport,” Chris Moore sits down with Wendy Adlerstein, co-owner and Executive Director of FirstLight Home Care of West Suburban Boston, to discuss the realities families face when caring for aging loved ones.

Wendy shares valuable insights from decades of experience in the aging and home care field, including:
• The difference between home care and home health care
• Why most families wait until a crisis happens
• The emotional challenges seniors face when accepting help
• How caregivers support independence and dignity
• The growing need for aging-in-place services
• Technology, safety, and the future of home care
• Tips for finding a trustworthy home care provider

This conversation is filled with practical advice, compassionate perspectives, and important reminders for anyone navigating aging, caregiving, or planning for the future.

If you or a loved one are thinking about aging in place, this episode is a must-watch.

⏱️ CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Aging in Place
01:19 Understanding Home Care vs. Home Health Care
05:43 The Importance of Planning Ahead
09:20 Navigating Family Dynamics in Caregiving
10:00 Challenges of Home Environments
13:45 Misconceptions About Home Care
16:16 Emotional Challenges of Accepting Help
18:20 Building Trust with Caregivers
21:59 Vetting Caregivers for Quality Assurance
23:36 Funding and Socioeconomic Considerations
26:01 Future of Home Care Services
28:21 Leveraging Technology in Home Care
37:57 Finding Reliable Home Care Services

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What if “accessible homes” were just… normal homes?

In this episode of Aging in Place is a Team Sport, Chris Moore sits down with interior designer and accessibility advocate Maegan Blau, founder of Blue Copper Design, to talk about universal design, aging in place, and why accessibility should never feel like an afterthought.

Maegan shares her personal journey as a quadriplegic, how her experience transformed the way she sees spaces, and why thoughtful design creates independence, dignity, and freedom for everyone — not just people with disabilities.

From zero-step entries and seamless accessibility to the deeper conversation around inclusion, this episode explores how homes can be designed to work better for every stage of life.

Topics Covered:
• What universal design actually means
• Why accessibility should feel invisible
• ADA vs Universal Design
• The emotional impact of “separate” accessibility
• Designing homes for real people, not checklists
• Why accessible design benefits EVERYONE
• The future of aging in place and inclusive homes

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Instagram & TikTok: @bluecopperdesign

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