Aging With Dignity

Aging With Dignity

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Aging With Dignity episodes

  • Protecting Your Brain: What the Science Says - AWD Season 5 Episode 4

    Can healthy habits reduce the risk of cognitive decline? Jade Crystal from Women's Brain Health Initiative shares the latest science on brain health, dementia prevention, and free evidence-based resources that empower Canadians to build healthier brains, one habit at a time.

     

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    If you're interested in purchasing an "Aging with Dignity" workbook, you can contact me at: [email protected]

    26 min
  • Who is AgeTECH Really Designing For? - AWD Season 5 Episode 3

    What does the future of aging look like? Join Varsha Bhat at AgeTech Discovery Days at McGill and Université de Montréal as she explores emerging technologies, aging at home, independence, and one essential question: Who is the user?

     

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    If you're interested in purchasing an "Aging with Dignity" workbook, you can contact me at: [email protected]

    27 min
  • Beyond Memory: The Future of Brain Health - AWD Season 5 Episode 2

    What if protecting your brain health starts long before symptoms appear? Dr. Ziad Nasreddine, creator of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), discusses prevention, early detection, digital innovation, and how each of us can take meaningful steps toward lifelong cognitive health.

     

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    If you're interested in purchasing an "Aging with Dignity" workbook, you can contact me at: [email protected]

    35 min
  • The South Asian Experience: Dementia Through A Cultural Lens - AWD Season 5 Episode 1

    How do culture, language, and family values shape the dementia journey? Dr. Navjot Gill-Chawla discusses dementia in South Asian communities, culturally responsive care, and practical resources that help families recognize symptoms, access support, and plan with greater confidence.

     

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    If you're interested in purchasing an "Aging with Dignity" workbook, you can contact me at: [email protected]

    45 min
  • That’s a Wrap! Where the Conversation Takes Us - Aging With Dignity Season 4 Episode 12

    Season 4 took Aging With Dignity beyond the podcast studio and into communities, conversations, events and new resources. Join Varsha as she reflects on the season’s memorable moments, introduces new Resources, and looks ahead to Season 5.

     

    Check out the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com/

     

    If you're interested in purchasing an "Aging with Dignity" workbook, you can contact me at: [email protected]

    36 min
  • Aging at Home: Care, Costs, and Tough Decisions - Aging With Dignity Season 4 Episode 11

    Exploring aging in place, downsizing, and senior care transitions in Canada with expert Matt Del Vecchio. We discuss home care costs, public vs private options, housing decisions, and practical guidance for families navigating aging and care planning.

     

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    If you're interested in purchasing an "Aging with Dignity" workbook, you can contact me at: [email protected]

    43 min
  • From Dementia to Purpose: Rebuilding Community Through Lived Experience: Aging with Dignity Season 4 Ep. 10

    Educator and founder Andrew Karesa explores his personal dementia journey and how it led to building BlueBell Village and The Dementia Collective. We discuss purpose, dignity, and how lived experience can reshape dementia care and community support.

     

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    If you're interested in purchasing an "Aging with Dignity" workbook, you can contact me at: [email protected]

    40 min
  • Staying Home Safely: The Hidden Economics of Aging in Place - Aging with Dignity Season 4 Ep. 9

    Can aging in place be safer and more affordable than assisted living? Erica Sell shares practical strategies for home safety, accessibility, and planning ahead, helping families make informed decisions that protect independence, dignity, and quality of life.

     

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    If you're interested in purchasing an "Aging with Dignity" workbook, you can contact me at: [email protected]

    37 min
  • Can Dementia Be Prevented? What the Science Is Telling Us - Aging with Dignity Season 4 Ep. 8

    Can dementia be prevented? Research suggests many risk factors may be modifiable. Dr. Stéfanie Tremblay shares the latest science on brain health, lifestyle, social determinants, and what individuals and communities can do today to support healthier aging.

     

    Check out the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com/

     

    Download your Aging with Dignity Care Toolkit for this episode: https://shorturl.at/WZoCs

     

    If you're interested in purchasing an "Aging with Dignity" workbook, you can contact me at: [email protected]

    36 min
  • What Could Go Wrong? Legal Lessons For Aging Families - Aging with Dignity S4 Episode 7

    What happens when aging plans fall apart? Litigation attorney Stewart Litvack shares lessons from real-world family disputes involving powers of attorney, capacity, estate planning, caregiving, and end-of-life decisions, and practical steps families can take to avoid preventable conflict.

     

    Check out the Aging With Dignity website to learn more about this podcast, and to connect with us! https://agingwithdignity.podbean.com/

     

    Download your Aging with Dignity Care Toolkit for this episode: https://shorturl.at/MEWsi

     

    If you're interested in purchasing an "Aging with Dignity" workbook, you can contact me at: [email protected]

    42 min

About Aging With Dignity

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Hosted by Varsha, this podcast launched in 2025 to fill a critical gap she witnessed in Montreal’s 1st & 2nd generation immigrant communities - a lack of awareness, understanding, access and dialogue around aging and end-of-life support.