Aging is Living

Every year, during the month of June, we celebrate and acknowledge our LGBTQI+ community across the United States. In honor of this, Joe and Amy had the privilege to sit down with Seth Sonneville - an ordained minister, board certified chaplain, retired Naval Reserve Officer, and transgender male. Join us as we hear Seth's inspirational story and how he continues to make an impact in the LGBTQI+ community.

Every May we celebrate Older Americans Month to recognize and honor our older adults’ contributions to our communities and nation. This year's theme is “Age My Way” which is an opportunity to explore how older adults can continue to learn, enjoy hobbies, and thrive after retirement. On this episode, we sit down with three outstanding individuals from our community who are excellent examples of how to "Age My Way".

On this episode, Amy and Joe sit down with the RSVP volunteers of the Month for April, John and Kathy Kramer. Join us as we discuss the social and physical benefits of volunteering in your community. We also discuss the wide array of volunteer opportunities that are available around Wichita.

On this episode, we are celebrating National Nutrition Month and the 50th anniversary of the Senior Nutrition Program with our special guest Jane Byrnes, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Join Joe and Jane as they discuss nutrition, wellness, and the various health benefits that come with incorporating a variety of whole foods into your diet.

On this episode of the “Aging is Living” podcast we sit down with Carolyn Harrison, an independent nurse educator, to discuss the topic of advance directives. Join us as Carolyn shares important information and resources to assist individuals and families as they plan for the healthcare for yourself of family members.

The holidays are here once again! While it is great to spend time with family and family, some of the traditions that accompany the holidays can  affect our attempts to achieve a healthy lifestyle. Join us as we sit down with Mary Hiebert, a registered dietitian, as she shares tips and tricks to stay healthy for the holidays this year. She also talks about hosting for people that have diabetes and helpful advice for setting and sticking to a New Year's resolution.

In honor of National Family Caregiver Month, this episode of “Aging is Living” is all about caregivers. Join us as we sit down with two guests - Rhonda Custard, CPAAA’s caregiver program coordinator, and Anne, who is currently a caregiver for a family member. Hear about Anne’s own unique experience as a family caregiver. Also, Rhonda shares valuable resources as well as wellness tips, financial planning, and other considerations for current and future caregivers and care recipients.

On this episode of "Aging is Living" we discuss Alzheimer's disease with Denise Vann, the program specialist at the Alzheimer's Association Central and Western Kansas Chapter. Join us as we discuss how to find local resources for caregivers and individuals with Alzheimer's disease. Denise also shares ways to prevent or delay the disease and ways that you can get involved in the movement to help end Alzheimer's and raise awareness.

On this episode of “Aging is Living” we sit down to discuss lifelong learning with Dr. Lou Medvene, professor of psychology emeritus at Wichita State University. Join us as we discuss Lou's background, his intergenerational course at WSU "OK Boomer and Beyond", and what "Aging is Living" means to him. We also share many great opportunities for older adults to start their lifelong learning journey today!

Welcome to the “Aging is Living” podcast brought to you by Central Plains Area Agency on Aging. Each podcast we talk about topics of interest for older adults and caregivers. In honor of the first episode we interview Annette Graham, the Executive Director for Central Plains Area Agency on Aging, to see how she got to where she is today and what "Aging is Living" means to her.